The long wait for many is over. Verizon recently announced the addition of the Apple iPhone to it extensive product line. The Verizon iPhone Hotspot feature will be discussed along with other comparisons with the AT&T iPhone.
History of the Apple iPhone
The day finally arrive on June 29, 2007. The first iPhone went on sale after months of anticipation. Starting at $499 for a 4 Gb model the price dropped to $180 by the end of the year.
The iPhone 3G became available about a year later on June 11, 2008. Just three weeks later Apple had sold a million units. June 24th 2010 marks the date that the Apple iPhone 4 was added to the Apple inventory. Verizon customers are doomed to wait a long time for the device.
When will the iPhone be available from Verizon?
Verizon’s press release proclaimed existing Verizon customers may pre-order an iPhone on-line starting on February 3rd. New customers can pre-order starting on February 10 either in-store or on-line.
The Apple iPhone
Video calls, HD video, MicroSIM cards, and thousands of apps. Just a few reasons the popularity of the Apple iPhone is on the rise. The 3.5 inch widescreen, multi touch display, and 800:1 contrast ratio supply a few more reasons to choose this device.
The outstanding audio capability combined with a H.264 video display up to 720p and 30 frames/sec give the TV and video performance an extra edge.
Verizon’s Price vs. AT&T
Price for the iPhone 4 model is comparable among both carriers. Staring at $199 for the 16 Gb model and $299 for 32 Gb. Data plans will be announced soon. AT&T still offers the 3G model for $49.
Hotspot Feature
Turns your iPhone into a WiFi Hotspot. The Hotspot allows connection of up to five devices. Droid users have enjoyed having Hotspot capability for a long time. The Verizon iPhone has a special OS version that allows the Hotspot to be created.
Conclusion
It will be great to see how well the Hotspot thing works out. Since the Verizon iPhone uses a 4G connection and supplies 3G connections to the Hotspot it should work as well as normally expected.
The main winner of the Verizon iPhone vs. the AT&T iPhone in reality is the Apple Corporation. The new Verizon iPhone is a clear winner waiting to happen. Apple’s sales of the iPhone devices is set to take off to a new level.
“iPhone 4. Verizon. It Begins”. verizonwireless.com
