Tag: "cost"

Why do mobile networks charge so much for the iPhone?

Why do mobile networks charge so much for the iPhone?

The day before the iPhone 4 was launched I had a very insightful conversation with a member of the Vodafone UK web relations team. Whilst his call was to offer me an iPhone 4 pre-order (despite a proper facility not existing) we had a lengthy chat about various topics including jailbreaking and the costs involved in iPhone ownership.

iPhone 4 pre-order shenanigans

iPhone 4 pre-order shenanigans

Yesterday, the world woke up and in their droves attempted to pre-order the new iPhone. The net result was Apple pulled the sale from their on-line store due to demand exceeding web provisions.

iPhone 4G / HD prices

iPhone 4G / HD prices

Some early indicators have suggested that we’ll see the new handset available to consumers from June 21st. One question on many consumers lips right now is, “How much will the new iPhone cost?”