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Apple details what you need to bring for iPhone purchase

by Cory Bohon Jul 8th 2008 at 10:30AM

Apple has posted some information regarding where to buy the iPhone 3G and what to bring to the store so you can get up and running. According to Apple, in-store activations will occur at Apple's retail stores.

"Let a Specialist help you choose your iPhone, check the network coverage where you live, select a rate plan, review the contract terms, and - best of all - activate your new iPhone in just a few minutes," the Apple page explains.

Apple suggests having the following information handy to make the activation process speedy:
  • Credit card
  • Social security number
  • Valid government-issued photo ID
  • Current wireless account number and password or PIN (if you're new to AT&T)
Apple also provides information for new iPhone owners on how to organize their data to make it ready for the iPhone. All of this information can be found on Apple's Where to Buy website.

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lyoko

If I were to purchase the Iphone at a retail store like Best Buy, would they still require a CC?

September 07 2008 at 12:02 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
chris

I'm starting a new account, but in my father's name to get his discount. I plan to pay for it with my own credit card. Will they allow this even though the card isn't in his name?

July 10 2008 at 1:49 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Patbon

WHAT IS THE PIN NUMBER ARGHHH I HAVE VERIZON WHERE CAN I FIND IT

July 08 2008 at 11:02 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
LarsonEthan

So my parents have a family 550 plan and they want to add me as a new line. Would it only cost an additional $10 per month plus the data plan?

July 08 2008 at 9:08 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Rudy

i think im just gonna wait until they make this available to purchase online because this crap is ridiculous.

July 08 2008 at 4:21 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Steven C. Chang

Anyone know if the account holder can upgrade a family plan phone to an iPhone and an iPhone 1.0 to 2.0 at the same time without the other family member being present?

July 08 2008 at 2:09 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Matt

Will you be able to use a debit card instead of a credit card?

July 08 2008 at 1:20 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Justin

I still don't understand what the PIN or password is. I talked to someone at AT&T and they were no help. I am currently with Verizon. The AT&T employee said it was not the alpha-numeric password I used to log-in to the website and pay my bill and it's not the numerical 6-digit PIN I use to get my voicemail. So what the heck is it?

July 08 2008 at 12:34 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
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Jason

I have the same question. Is this just so I can port my number? If so, I don't need it because I want to get a new number. Anyone know if this is unnecessary?

July 08 2008 at 12:49 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Norm

According to what I've read online, the iPhone 3G is just being treated by AT&T like any other smartphone (they list some example plans, but these aren't the only options available). You can buy the unlimited 3G data plan for $30 added onto almost any voice plan. You can also still get the $20 2G data plan for a 2G iPhone. The 550 minute family plan is only available in some areas, but if that's what you've got now you'll be able to replace a 2G iPhone with 3G for $10 extra per month (plus $18 activation fee, $199/$299 charge for phone, and taxes.).

July 08 2008 at 12:23 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Rafael Oliveira

I am Brazilian, live in Brazil, but I'd like to have a US phone (and the 3G iPhone would be the first option), since I come often and have friends in the US. But since I have no SSN, it means that can't happen, right?
Just as a curiosity, do other phones carry the same restrictions (ie, non-nationals cannot buy one?)
Thanks!

July 08 2008 at 12:18 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
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