Rumor: BestBuy, RadioShack to sell iPhone 3G

Boy Genius Report is reporting that Apple may allow sales of the iPhone at BestBuy and RadioShack retail stores in the U.S. This, of course, is in addition to it being sold at Apple and AT&T stores.

This would be the first time since the iPhone's introduction that a third-party reseller would be able to sell the iPhone. These rumors are definitely unconfirmed at this point so we don't know if this will happen in time for the retail giants to get in on the July 11th introduction sale.

[via MacNN]

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Boy Genius Report is reporting that Apple may allow sales of the iPhone at BestBuy and RadioShack retail stores in the U.S. This, of...

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Daniel

CTIA Wireless reported it this morning, that's where BGR got his news

Also check bloginity.com

They have same news just gave credit to CTIA

August 13 2008 at 2:03 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

Sam

Doubtful considering not even 3rd party AT&T stores are getting them. Also, I really can't see Apple jumping into bed with the likes of Radio Shack.

July 07 2008 at 2:50 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

Clint

I bought my first Mac several weeks ago. Shopped at BestBuy but was too crowded on the weekend. Went back during the week when things were quieter but nobody there could answer my questions about Mac. Fortunately, found an Apple store. Prices were the same but the staff there were great. Answered all my questions and of course, had the free workshops and tech help on the spot. Would never go back to BestBuy again to shop for Apple products.

July 03 2008 at 12:54 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

EMoShunz

can anyone tell me, if i buy this at radio shack without a contract for $699 or whatever for the 16gb, will i still have access to the app store/etc via wifi only, and, to the gps?

July 03 2008 at 7:42 AM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

Jash Sayani

Well, there is no 3G and GPS service in Inida so I'm happy with my current iPhone...
Just waiting for 2.0 firmware...

July 03 2008 at 5:42 AM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

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Brian

Mmmmm.... do you not have sky in India. I always thought that GPS was a sat system so could be used anywhere in the world.

* Nips off to check now as feels worried his smart ass reply isn't correct *

July 03 2008 at 6:49 AM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

Josh Herrick

Hi There,
I just got off the phone w/ Wal-Mart Connections, and they will also be launching the iPhone in Canada

July 03 2008 at 4:44 AM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

Nathan Sweeney

Best buy seems plausible since they already sell macs at my nearby store. I think it would be a smart move.

July 03 2008 at 2:51 AM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

Spencer McManus

Well, activation needs to take place in AT&T or Apple stores for the 3G version in order for them to work (no iTunes activation). How would this work if RadioShack or Best Buy sells them?

July 03 2008 at 1:03 AM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

JKT

If we assume this is true, maybe we all should decide just who it is we want performing credit checks on us and activating our phones. Hmmm...
Me? I'll stick to the Apple and AT&T stores. I am not giving my SS# to anyone at Best Buy or Radio Shack. Sorry.

July 03 2008 at 12:06 AM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

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Huh?

Technically, you aren't giving your ssn to Best Buy. We use a program, provided by AT&T, that sends that information directly to them. Best Buy doesn't retain or use your ssn for any reason other than to run your credit as they do at the Apple and AT&T stores. Besides, what's the difference in giving your ssn to Apple and AT&T stores and not another store such as Best Buy or Radio Shack?

July 06 2008 at 6:06 AM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

eric

I work at a RadioShack as a sales rep, and though unconfirmed, I have heard the same rumor from a "higher up".

July 02 2008 at 11:59 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

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My mom was asking about the "new iPhone" Best Buy, and the employee said they didn't have them yet, but would on July 11th. I hate Best Buy, but the more venues to purchase the phone @ the smaller the lines....

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