Dan Poarch

Apple Confirms: No Online iPhone 3G Sales, In-Store Activation Only

Unlocking was to work around the fact that the iPhone wasn't available in other countries, to use it as a wi-fi iPod, and to use it on other carriers. Most of these issues have been resolved, with the exception of using it on another carrier. I see nothing wrong with Apple/ATT making you pay them through the nose to use their device in a manner that they don't intend or support.

Not being able to buy the phone online is definitely a PIA. I doubt there's any primary interest in a halo effect, I think this partially ATT trying to get Apple traffic into their stores, with the other intention being an anti-unlocking maneuver. Hope ATT has hired a whole new retail staff... Because their store attendants are idiots at best.

AT&T CEO Promises 3G iPhone Soon - Will it Freeze Demand?

Look, the iPhone is so good that most people live happily knowing that is EDGE is all that's wrong with it that it's not the end of the world. As well, every iPhone owner I know plans to upgrade their iPhone the moment a 3G iPhone drops. That's $800-$1000 in one year's time, on a cell phone. Sounds crazy right? But that's how much people love the iPhone.

There's a lot of expensive tech out there that just doesn't deliver. People love the iPhone because it delivers.

Slowly. Over. The. ... ED---GE. Network.

Verizon Finally Unveils iPhone Competition, Or "iPhone Equalizer"

Mr. Sullivan once again provides patently false information on Apple. Seriously, don't waste your time debating this guy. He always misrepresents Apple in his pieces. He's just flaming to up his hit count.

What Does Verizon Have In The Wings?

I don't know Todd personally, so I hate to bust his chops, but is he is consistently off-base on Apple. Reverse barometer.

What Does Verizon Have In The Wings?

I doubt Verizon has anything up its sleeve. Not that it won't try to compete, they just won't be highly strategic or try to compete on the same playing field. I could be wrong, but Verizon's vision, in my opinion, is to be the big corporation. I've never seen evidence that they desire to be light, agile, competitive. Their strategy is growth and dominance.

Also, I don't think people should force too many expectations on a Google phone. It'll be brilliant and smart, without question, but I'm betting it won't be the wunderkind that the iPhone is. Might be more capable, but I doubt it would be as elegant or more advanced. I see something very rough around the edges with great potential for those willing to dive in. Just like Google. As well, I don't expect them to compete, other than the fact that they're both cell phones.

Baird: AT&T Reps Leaving iPhone Out of Sales Pitch

Well, we now know that Apple has hit the 1 Million mark on iPhone sales, so they're healthy. Apple just doesn't have the top-of-mind with average AT&T reps. A problem? Yes, but only so much. Once Apple announces various models and upgrades the line there will more to talk about and the reps will have more to chew on. Right now, these guys have been selling Moto, RIM, etc. for years and just don't know what to make of Apple. This will change.

Will The iPhone Being Unlocked Mean More or Less Revenue for Apple?

Unlocking the iPhone, while fun and challenging, is nonetheless a likely violation of the user agreement. This is an activity limited to only the most cutting edge of iPhone users. I doubt it will have any effect on revenue as the iPhone itself is one part of the Apple puzzle, a small one at that. However, being that any press is good press, it's just more free marketing for Apple.

iPhone Madness: Is Verizon Eating Its Heart Out?

This is AT&T's to lose. The hardware is holding up, the network isn't. This will be OK for early adopters, but won't last the year if they don't start making real changes to their network. I'm an AT&T customer and I'll tell you that in the Balt/DC area they have horrible coverage.

iPhone: Prelude To An Unlocked Phone Revolution

What PARC had, it sat on. Jobs didn't steal it, he put it to work. He knew that it existed and that it would work for the consumer. He then researched, designed, and developed an operating system. Gates, on the other hand, saw what Jobs was doing with it and made a shell for his operating system that would compete with Apple. Jobs stole an undeveloped idea and made it real, Gates stole everything and ruthlessly marketed it.

Is AT&T the iPhone's Weakest Link?

AT&T needs to get their act together. I do think it was wise of Jobs to partner with a weaker carrier that they could get compliance from and then drive to improve their service. Wise in the "lesser of two evils" way. Yes it would be great if they had Verizon or SprintPCS coverage, but those companies wouldn't allow Apple to be Apple.

So yes, I think AT&T is the weak link and the short-term loser here. However, a year from now they could look very different. Assuming they're smart and aggressive. We'll see.