3G iPhone Due July 11th - $199

[Wondermonkey]

Gizmodo seems to think so. WWDC sold out for the first time ever this year, so it seems plausible that a 3G iPhone may be for sale the moment that thing wraps.

There are plenty of rumors as to whether or not it will AT&T Exclusive, as some of the rumor sites say that Apple will sell it unlocked for full price, while AT&T will offer it subsidized for $99 with a 2 year contract.

WWDC is right around the corner, so we'll have to wait and see!

Best phone I've ever had.

[Nuklhed]

If they make one for the Verizon network, I will be all over it.

[CoryB23]

I've been keeping tab on the rumors for the sake of my employer, AT&T. I'm hoping we keep it exclusive for awhile longer, at least until we've built out our 3G network to the extent the recent auctions provide. I think we'd see fewer comments like Nuklhed's Verizon one above were that the case. For now, I'm carrying my Samsung a737 and an iPod Touch for my wireless application needs.

[blastbeat 2]

I'm with Nukl, if there was a Verizon version available I would be all over an iPhone. AT&T is terrible here, or that's who I would have my phone through.

[Wondermonkey]

Originally Posted by CoryB23

I've been keeping tab on the rumors for the sake of my employer, AT&T. I'm hoping we keep it exclusive for awhile longer, at least until we've built out our 3G network to the extent the recent auctions provide. I think we'd see fewer comments like Nuklhed's Verizon one above were that the case. For now, I'm carrying my Samsung a737 and an iPod Touch for my wireless application needs.

I just wonder if Apple is realizing finally how much they are making off the unlocked iPhones. I've been pleased with AT&T, especially Visual Voicemail, which I absolutely love. If they plan to upgrade their 3G network like they say they will, I may even upgrade to the 3G phone at some point, although to be honest, I don't really think I need it.

[CoryB23]

The ratio of iPhones sold to those activated through AT&T is definitely a much smaller percentage than AT&T would like - no doubt about it.

It's definitely interesting to hear of the regional variances in service though, as I've converted a number of people to AT&T's wireless services, from Verizon, T-Mobile and most predominantly Sprint. Everyone I've convinced to switch is happy they did, but they're also mostly from the Midwest.

But back to the iPhone discussion. Because I don't need the data plan now, that's really all that is stopping me from considering the 3G iPhone when released. Someday in the future I see myself having one. Not sure my fiance does though

[Epyon MX]

My guess is that Jobs announces the 3G iPhone at WWDC and it'll be available in stores two weeks later.

I've been waiting a year for this. I already have the store that I'm going to wait outside of, my sleeping bag and more. I've never camped out for anything before, but I will for a 3G iPhone.

CANNOT. WAIT.

[Wondermonkey]

Originally Posted by Epyon MX

My guess is that Jobs announces the 3G iPhone at WWDC and it'll be available in stores two weeks later.

I've been waiting a year for this. I already have the store that I'm going to wait outside of, my sleeping bag and more. I've never camped out for anything before, but I will for a 3G iPhone.

CANNOT. WAIT.

You may want to be ready in a store when WWDC. Case makers were told to have cases on hand that day. I don't know if that means it will be available that day, but I think it's highly likely.

That, coupled with the absolute iPhone shortage in NYC right now, makes me think they're coming sooner than later.

[dmiller68]

Originally Posted by Nuklhed

If they make one for the Verizon network, I will be all over it.

I don't think you will see it in Verizon anytime soon much like you don't see Nokia phones there. You have to build your phone for Verizon. Where as Sprint, AT&T and T-mobile can use interchangable phones. It is the way it is Verizon wants to be "special" for "special" people.

[MadBryan]

The iphone has been out of stock at the online store for quite sometime. Somethings gonna happen for sure

[KEEZY]

Damn, that is right around the corner. $99 for the 3G with contract? That is a sweet sweet deal!

[Peench]

Cory - Sorry for all the AT&T bashing (in other threads). Don't hate me because I can't stand your employer.

Very interesting. If I didn't love my current phone I'd consider one of these if they had a version available for T-Mobile.

[MadBryan]

All you gotta do is jailbreak it Peench.

[CoryB23]

Originally Posted by Peench

Cory - Sorry for all the AT&T bashing (in other threads). Don't hate me because I can't stand your employer.

No worries. It's all relative. Like I said, the major complaints are very regionalized and there are a number of initiatives going to curb those kinds of negative experiences. I take no offense, but if you have an issue you need help with, PM me. I might be able to change your opinion of AT&T

[Nuklhed]

I switched from AT&T to Verizon. The service is leaps and bounds better out where i live. very few dropped calls and "More bars" But if they are working on it, that is good. Only makes both services strive to be better.

[MadBryan]

I've never understood all the AT&T hate around here. We've never had a problem in about 8 yrs.

[Wondermonkey]

Originally Posted by MadBryan

I've never understood all the AT&T hate around here. We've never had a problem in about 8 yrs.

I think a lot of it is location. We've had them for only a year but never had any problem, and it's nice to see that when you switch plans on the website, it says right there that it doesn't extend your contract. That's very cool.