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iPhone's arrival in Russia confirmed

by Dave Caolo Aug 29th 2008 at 9:30AM

Earlier this week, Russian communications company VimpelCom announced their intention to bring the iPhone to Russia, the first company to do so. The particulars aren't available yet, but VimpelCom representatives said they hope to be selling the iPhone "...later this year."

Earlier rumors were pointing to this announcement. Last week, Reuters reported on a rumor about a deal that would bring the iPhone to Russia, identifying Mobile TeleSystems as the carrier. That rumor suggested an October launch. Also, when Steve Jobs spoke with CNBC shortly after the launch of the 3G iPhone, he said that a deal with Russia would likely happen "...later this year."

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John.B

Will this just be Russia proper, or will it include all the neighboring states as they invade them?

August 29 2008 at 12:57 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
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andrey

no need to worry, john.b. it'll be whatever area russia chooses to cover. south ossetia and abkhazia will sure be covered by russian communication companies.

August 29 2008 at 4:47 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Josh

Hey, check out VimpelCom's website, they have coverage in Georgia!

August 29 2008 at 9:21 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
gordon.child

Is everyone's face in Russia fuzzy from radiation?

August 29 2008 at 12:13 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
andrey

no official price details here in moscow yet. only rumours. they say it's on sail in the beginning of october and the unlocked version is approximately $1000. no details on contracts. at all.

August 29 2008 at 10:44 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
tommy

In Russia, iPhone waits in line for you.

August 29 2008 at 10:08 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Ryan

Holy crap! Checking my feeds this morning and I see my photo on TUAW!! You could have asked for my permission but I don't mind...if anything I'm flattered. :)

August 29 2008 at 10:01 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Jash Sayani

Any ideas on the price...?
And will it be locked with the carrier or will it be unlocked and sold at a higher price...?

August 29 2008 at 9:51 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
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