While several technology circles are abuzz with the prospect of Verizon offering an iPhone option when the AT&T / Apple exclusivity agreement matures in May(?) of 2010, here is an interesting opinion why such a move will not happen soon, if ever. There aren’t any reference links in the post to substantiate the author’s mathematical conclusions, but if the numbers are reasonably accurate, this is a well-thought-out and reasonable guess. Guess.
The truth is, the iPhone has fundamentally altered the mobile phone space and many of the norms for how business is conducted in these markets has been changed forever. My contention is that the only people who have an idea of whether or not an iPhone device via Verizon is possible are the executives of those companies. Be suspicious of analysts who claim to have “the inside dope”. Wait for the press release.
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