http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/11/l...est&refresh=60
11:10AM "We're incredibly pleased to give Verizon's customers the choice we've been waiting for. We've designed an iPhone 4 which connects to the CDMA network -- and it has all the features that you'd expect. Like FaceTime. Features like Apple's stunning Retina Display."
Well that sucks. It's a CDMA phone.
11:17AM $199 for the 16GB, $299 for 32GB -- mobile hotspot included! Up to 5 devices.
11:17AM "On February 3rd our existing customers will have an opportunity to pre-order... on February 10th, everyone will be able to order online, in stores, or in Apple stores."
There it is... I just need the hotspot app...
Question from Ars Technica: what happens when you're on a call and need to use data?
Dan: Same as a CDMA device.
So... you don't.
Me: Greaaaaaaaaat.
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Q: Why didn't you go the LTE route?
Tim: Two reasons -- the first gen LTW chipsets force design changes we wouldn't make. And Verizon customers told us they want the iPhone now. I can't tell you the number of times we've been asked 'when will it work on Verizon.'
So they're available to buy today.... but you won't get them until February 10... lol
Can you at least PM some of us that are interested in looking at your apps to see if we will find them useful?The ones that pay our bills.
I can't imagine not being able to use something simple like GPS while talking.
No data while talking and can't use in Europe. Staying AT&T I will be...
Which is what I've said all along about CDMA. I've had to look up emails, maps and other things while on a phone call. Nice not to have to say, "Let me call you right back."
Also, if you ever travel to Europe, it's nice to have a working phone and not a $200 paperweight.
Actually, the Euro part is debatable if you actually ever tried to do that and find out how much AT&T charges you for using it overseas in general. Whenever I travel outside the US, I use the iPhone in wifi with Skype, where wifi is available, or simply borrow/buy a cheap ass cell with some minutes for local calls.
But yeah, CDMA is not cool.
Finding WIFI in europe is a on top of it they love to charge out the ass for it too...
Still cheaper than what AT&T wants to charge you for international roaming... I think the few exceptions are canada and mexico...
But I know what you mean. With the Euro exchange rate and everything it can be costly if you want to use it in a train, or something like that.
Most decent hotels do offer complimentary wifi though.
Honestly visiting europe, i've yet to visit a hotel yet that didn't charge for wifi.
$20 on top of data per month.There it is... I just need the hotspot app...
Wow... that's bs
how m uch is it outright unlocked?
i know they priced about 800-1000 for the 16gb down here...and in asia...
Verizon Sells Out of iPhone 4 Preorders
10:30 a.m. | Updated Included reports from Verizon customers that their iPhone orders have been processed and are shipping.
Despite getting off to a slightly bumpy start, Verizon sold all the iPhone 4s the company made available for current Verizon customers in less than a day.
Verizon said demand for the iPhone 4 surpassed all of its previous smartphone debuts, including high-profile phone releases like the Motorola Droid and Droid X.
“In just our first two hours, we had already sold more phones than any first day launch in our history,” said Dan Mead, the president and chief executive of Verizon Wireless, in a statement. “When you consider these initial orders were placed between the hours of 3 a.m. and 5 a.m., it is an incredible success story.”
The company did not offer specific sales figures, but Mr. Mead said the speedy sell-out sets “the pace for next week when we open up sales to everyone.”
Some customers are already reporting that they have received notifications from Verizon that their iPhone orders have been processed and will be shipping soon.
Apple and Verizon’s online shops show that the version of the iPhone 4 tailored to run on Verizon’s network is no longer available for order. Both Web sites urge customers who want to buy a Verizon iPhone to return at 3 a.m. on Feb. 9 to place an order. Apple and Verizon will also sell the iPhone in their retail locations, as well as at Best Buy and some Wal-Mart stores.
The Verizon iPhone has received largely positive reviews from multiple technology and gadget reviewers. David Pogue of The New York Times said “the Verizon iPhone is nearly the same as AT&T’s iPhone 4 — but it doesn’t drop calls,” a problem that has long frustrated many AT&T customers.
In addition, on Thursday Verizon released a new 30-second commercial that played up the company’s much-touted network strength. The commercial seems to take a swipe at AT&T’s beleaguered network, ending with a voiceover that says, “Yes, I can hear you now.”
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