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Apple in Tablet Discussions with Both AT&T and Verizon

Fox News reports that Apple is in last minute negotiations with both AT&T and Verizon to provide wireless service for their upcoming tablet device. Support for both networks suggests that Apple will be producing two versions of the device to support the different wireless standards:

Nevertheless, Apple is in talks with both AT&T and Verizon to support the tablet, according to sources within the companies: One version of the device will run on CDMA networks such as Verizon's, and one will operate on GSM networks like that owned by AT&T.

The upcoming Apple tablet is expected to have Wi-Fi connectivity, but has also been said to have optional 3G service for internet use when away from a hotspot. Even if deals are reached by next week's event, Fox News does not believe data pricing plans will be settled by that time.

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27 months ago
I doubt there would need to be two versions. It seems like it would be big enough to fit both cdma and gsm chips. and whats with all the fox news articles lately?
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27 months ago
I would like this for the simple convenience of having everything on one account.
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27 months ago
Once again, your source in Apple news: Fox News.
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27 months ago
I think I'm going to be waiting for version 2 of this thing. Just too many things that need to be worked out. One thing that I hope happens is for wireless providers to offer a discounted package if you have both an iPhone and a tablet with them. Paying for all these separate data services each month is really starting to get expensive.
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27 months ago

I doubt there would need to be two versions. It seems like it would be big enough to fit both cdma and gsm chips. and whats with all the fox news articles lately?


Yes, i too believe there would be just one version initially like the original iPhone and it may go the kindle way of paying for the bandwidth if you access content from their store while you needing to pay only for the content. This will make more and more people read news, do whatever on the Tablet.
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27 months ago
I know this isn't completely related, but it's sort of on subject, and I really want to know the answer.

Is it actually possible that we will see a VZN phone this year? I mean... does ATT run through 2010, or does it end in June? Also if we do get a VZN iPhone, do we keep ATT too? Sorry if it sounds like a dumb question, I just need to know?
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27 months ago

I know this isn't completely related, but it's sort of on subject, and I really want to know the answer.

Is it actually possible that we will see a VZN phone this year? I mean... does ATT run through 2010, or does it end in June? Also if we do get a VZN iPhone, do we keep ATT too? Sorry if it sounds like a dumb question, I just need to know?


Yes, ATT won't go away.
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27 months ago
I'll be so mad if I need to sign another 2 year commitment with ATT for $30 a month for the tablet. That is nothing short of rape
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27 months ago

I doubt there would need to be two versions. It seems like it would be big enough to fit both cdma and gsm chips. and whats with all the fox news articles lately?


Agreed. Anyone buying a Tablet should be able to use it in either, or BOTH, networks.
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27 months ago
Not another device that comes with a mandatory monthly payment.

It's the only dealbreaker.
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