iPhone

Making the switch to 3G

With the release of the 3G iPhone some will be very tempted to upgrade. However, making the switch may not be all that easy. TUAW reports all activation will be done in an Apple or AT&T store and not through iTunes.

For current iPhone users this presents a problem. With all iPhone activations taking place in store, it may be harder for them to activate their iPhones. Apple and AT&T are forcing you to renew your contract, and may not let you out of the store without signing up for a two year contract. It won’t be as simple as switching out the SIM cards, that’s for sure.

First Generation iPhone users may have to wait a while after launch for apps like ZiPhone and PWNAGE Tool to be updated before they will be able to activate a new iPhone with their current SIM card, allowing them to keep their current plans and not extend their contracts. However, if you must activate your phone before leaving the store, this may not be possible.

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