There are only two more days before the Verizon iPhone launch for Verizon Wireless customers, and we have rounded up the latest news and tips for Verizon customers who would like to be among the first to receive a Verizon network iPhone 4.
First, let's look at the facts. There is a pent-up demand for Verizon customers who have been waiting a l-o-n-g time for an iPhone from Verizon. When you call your local Verizon store, there is a prerecorded message that includes the following information:
- The Verizon iPhone is in limited supply and available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
- Presales start on February 3rd for Verizon customers only.
- All presales for preorders will only be accepted online for Verizon customers who are logged into their account.
- Customers are directed to the Verizon Wireless website for Verizon iPhone 4 FAQ and to see if they are eligible for an upgrade.
- Verizon and phone representatives have no more information at this time.
Update 02/03/11 - We've reviewed all the reviews and comparisons for the Verizon iPhone 4 Review of Reviews.
Update 02/2/11: Verizon has announced that all preordered iPhone 4 smartphones will be shipped to arrive on or before Feb. 10.Verizon customers have received an email stating that the only way to preorder is online and that the process will be available starting Feburary 3, at 3 am EST.
We know many readers who were able to get the Droid or iPhone of their dreams by logging in at first chance. Even during the last Apple iPhone system overload, our iPhoneaholic friend, at the stroke of midnight in California, put in his preorder and received his iPhone on the day of launch.
If you really want an Verizon iPhone, a late night visit to the Verizon website may be your best bet.
If you get a "busy signal" when trying to preorder, be sure to refresh your browser to reconnect to the sever. Sometimes your browser will cache a page and not try to load it again. You should also take screenshots or make copies of your order as a backup for evidence. Get your mouse ready, set your alarm, and you may be able to boast being one of the first Verizon iPhone 4 owners in the country.
In Verizon iPhone 4 update news, Apple has already released an update to the Verizon iPhone 4, that ships with iOS 4.25, as an update to iPhone iOS 4.2.6. The update is 652MB and adds mobile hotspot capabilities to the new Verizon iPhone. If you are lucky enough to be one of the first to get an iPhone 4 from Verizon and want to use the hotspot features, be sure to check the version of your software.
- Download iOS 4.2.6 for Verizon CDMA iPhone.
Analyst Will Power from R.W. Baird found in a survey that 29%, around 19 million, Verizon feature phone users said they'd switch to the iPhone when it's released. He predicts that Verizon will sell 23.8 million iPhones this year.
Digitimes in December reported that 5-6 million CDMA iPhones were going to be shipped in first quarter of 2010. If all the people actually upgrade who say they want to switch to an iPhone 4, there may be a shortage.
Yesterday Verizon started a February sweet deals sale on smartphones and reduced the price of many Android an' Droid smartphones.
The Verizon iPhone 4 is almost the same as the iPhone for AT&T except that it has a CDMA optimized antenna and Wi-Fi personal hotspot capability (for up to 5 connections). Side buttons are in slightly different places than the iPhone 4 for AT&T. Voice and data can not be used at the same time.
The iPhone 4 for Verizon is priced at $199 for 16GB and $299 for 32GB with a contract. You must agree to a two-year contract voice plan and unlimited data plan ($29.99 a month). Tethering as a modem and Wi-Fi hotspots will cost an additional $20 for 2GB. Voice plans start at $39.99 a month.
iPhone 4 features a 5-megapixel camera with LED flash, HD video recording, Apple's A4 chip, a 3-axis gyro, and a beautiful glass and stainless steel design like no other mobile phone. iPhone 4 also comes with iOS 4, which includes multitasking, folders, Game Center, AirPlay and AirPrint wireless printing. iPhone 4 customers have access to the Apple App Store with more than 300,000 apps. The iPhone 4 also features a high resolution 940x640-pixel (326 pixels per square inch) retina display.
First-look reviews of the iPhone 4 were positive. Verizon holiday phone buyers are eligible for a $200 gift card when paying full price for the iPhone 4.
- Verizon's online exclusive deals.
- Verizon Wireless new products page.
- Along with free shipping, there's an added bonus if you order online from Verizon using the Wireless and Mobile News coupon-link - get an Instant Phone Rebate Only Available with Online Purchases.
Really good point. I have a question, the case for Verizon iPhone 4 is different from others or not?
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