mobilecrunch speculates on changes they've seen in upgrade eligibility dates on at&t's wireless site. 1 of readers claimed upgrade eligibility date moved 11/21 6/21. of course, speculation leads them down various theories, though suspect reading it.
upgrade eligibility has been hot topic whenever apple introduces new iphone, it's no surprise customers looking ahead in anticipation of new iphone release. wireless carriers, at&t subsidizes cost of iphone when customers sign 2 year contract. because of up-front discount, customers expected stay contract or alternatively pay termination fee. "upgrade eligibility" date date customer released obligation, , again qualify new subsidized phone without penalty.
last year, at&t explained what factors go determining how long before customer becomes eligible again.so paying higher monthly plans become eligible earlier. earliest at&t offers iphone 3gs customers chance upgrade without penalty june 21, 2010. significance of date 12 months (to business day) following launch day of iphone 3gs.
current eligibility dates listed in wireless at&t account, though caution getting worried @ time. last year, at&t modified eligibility dates @ last minute accommodate more customers.
apple expected announce next iphone @ wwdc 2010 in june.
article link: at&t upgrade eligibility questions raised ahead of next iphone
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wow, 6mo on 11-year contract? imagine having same phone in 6/21, ancient!
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