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iPhone's arrival in Russia confirmed
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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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Jash Sayani said 9:51AM on 8-29-2008
Any ideas on the price...?
And will it be locked with the carrier or will it be unlocked and sold at a higher price...?
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Ryan said 10:12AM on 8-29-2008
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. :)
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tommy said 10:27AM on 8-29-2008
In Russia, iPhone waits in line for you.
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righto said 10:45AM on 8-29-2008
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.
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gordon.child said 12:14PM on 8-29-2008
Is everyone's face in Russia fuzzy from radiation?
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John.B said 1:02PM on 8-29-2008
Will this just be Russia proper, or will it include all the neighboring states as they invade them?
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righto said 4:47PM on 8-29-2008
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.
Josh said 9:21PM on 8-29-2008
Hey, check out VimpelCom's website, they have coverage in Georgia!