Firstly – here’s the iPhone software version 2.0 for those who want it:
(link removed – software is now available directly through iTunes).
The guys from iFixit are here in New Zealand to tear it down. The results will be posted as they do.Vodafone New Zealand’s iPhone site can be found here:
Use iTunes 7.7 to sync music, video, and more with iPhone 3G, and download applications from the iTunes Store exclusively designed for iPhone and iPod touch with software version 2.0 or later. Also use the new Remote application for iPhone or iPod touch to control iTunes playback from anywhere in your home — a free download from the App Store.
Currently not showing up in Software Update or on apple.com’s download page, so grab it here.
From the ‘will it blend’ camp.
Looks to be a great idea for the iPhone.
Upset by the 3G iPhone price?
If you really don’t like the pricing of the iPhone in New Zealand, complain to Vodafone by all means – but if you really want some impact, let Apple know how you feel.
Comments
6 responses to “3G iPhone. Here it is.”
Let em know alright
I filled in the Apple form. $1000 for a phone that costs $200 to make is ridiculous!
I was bemused by all the fuss going on over this – the phone was never going to be cheap as it’s an Apple and there are dedicated fans who’ll pay pretty much anything and it’s Vodafone. It’s been pretty obvious for a while now they’ve taken over Telecom’s mantle as the monopoly abusers.
I think these hit the nail on the head for a couple of reasons.
Yes, Apple products are quality first and foremost – as such they are never going to be as cheap as bargain basement specials. The benefit of this is that there is an expectation of quality and service that goes with it, and Apple recognise this and attempt to deliver on these fronts.
As for new technology, there are research and development costs and tooling costs that have to be covered, and prices earlier on reflect this. Once these costs have been amortised prices drop as there are less start up costs to cover, and it’s more about the actual unit cost of production.
What you’re saying makes sense if the demand was low, and ramped up but everyone wants an iPhone. Apple could sell more and Vodafone could get more people to switch over from Telecom if they dropped the prices some.
People would pay a premium for it but not what those two are charging!
Can’t see peeps paying anything for them when the not even working sweet!