Telstra to Sell iPhone 3G in Australia Too?

Of course they're going to sell it.

They own all the infrastructure here which is why competition is so difficult and they're the most money-grubbing company in the country so they'd be mad not to try and squeeze as much money out of the iPhone as they can.

It'd be sweet on their network though, fast and the coverage is massive - shame it's Telstra though. Their prices suck and the service is worse.

I wouldn't mind telstra, i am currently with them because of the 1c text messages between telstra mobiles, so it is good cheap way to text. So if the iPhone were with telstra then people would be able to text me cheaper

Telstra isn't the best company, but like it matters to me.

I suppose I should mention that Telstra's CEO (the American one) hates Apple. And if Telstra is involved you could almost bet they wont be offering the iPhone without a contract, even though it'd be pretty much open as there's already two networks with deals.

it would be interesting to see how this could impact the data plan prices here.

Also Telstra's Next G coverage would be a bonus too...

>I suppose I should mention that Telstra's CEO (the American one) hates Apple

This claim would be based on what? (other than hot air and unconfirmed rumors)

Telstra made only one "knitting" comment about Apple and it wasn't even Sol Trujillo. So what are you talking about?

Telstra may be the most expensive carrier but they do have the best coverage. If they are going to sell the iphone then we really don't have much to complain about. 3 carriers to choose from with different pricing structures and you can choose the one that suits you best. I'm looking forward to July!

And I read at Gizmodo that 3 are also likely to announce, so thats going to be a real price war (I hope).

And I read at Gizmodo that 3 are also likely to announce, so thats going to be a real price war (I hope).

Didn't Telstra buy up 3 a couple of years ago.
To be expected if one then both.

Who really cares? Telstra is utter garbage!

Anyone that signs with them needs to research the market!

Just have a look at the difference in internet pricing. I get 5G/month on ADSL2+ for $40 from my ISP, no extra charges. Telstra's ADSL2+ starts at $60 for 600MB! Moreover, most Telstra plans have further charges for downloads! LOL

Furthermore, their service and quality is very poor. Regarding the iphone, why the hell would someone take Telstra when there is Vodaphone?

Punkybadhip

..........Telstra made only one "knitting" comment about Apple and it wasn't even Sol Trujillo. So what are you talking about?............

The three amigos AKA the holy trinity. Only one has to say it, they all think the same evil thoughts.:p

...........I get 5G/month on ADSL2+ for $40 from my ISP, no extra charges. Telstra's ADSL2+ starts at $60 for 600MB! Moreover, most Telstra plans have further charges for downloads! LOL................

??? 5G a month for $40. Did you leave a zero off the 5G? If not, you might want to check here for a better plan
http://whirlpool.net.au/

Might be worth waiting a few weeks to see what sort of iPhone deals appear.
I'm hoping for a no contract/unlocked model

Didn't Telstra buy up 3 a couple of years ago.
To be expected if one then both.

Nah they don't: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_mobile#Australia_2

But I've read somewhere that Telstra maintains 3's 3G network. Also where there's no 3G coverage you'll just roam on Telstra's GSM network.