Reports confirm that the 3G iPhone will not be available on pay as you go until Christmas, this following huge demand from current and new customers on a contract basis.

O2 had divided its iPhone stock between new customers and current O2 customers requesting free upgrades and had sold out of its allocation of the 16GB handset within hours.

Any remaining stock coming through had already been allocated to pre-orders for existing and new O2 contract customers. Despite O2 investing heavily in their website to cope with demand their site crashed on the day of launch for periods. O2 commented “there has been phenomenal interest in the new 3G iPhone” 

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Carphone Warehouse are now accepting pre-orders for Apple’s new 3G iPhone, Carphone Warehouse are currently guaranteeing free delivery for the 11th July (the official launch date), demand is expected to be huge both online and in the high street.

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Apple iPhone 3G now in stock with Carphone Warehouse

Apple have announced the release of their new iPhone 3G, the UK launch date has been scheduled for 11th July 2008, industry rumours of the new iPhone started back in April as we reported O2 had reduced the price of the current iPhone model.

The official announcement from Apple pitches the iPhone as “Twice as fast, Half the price” , this will delight many of us who have been eagerly anticipating its arrival that finally addresses key issues such as battery life, cost and the long awaited 3G functionality, it will also be available in white as well as black.

Current O2 iPhone customers can upgrade to the brand new iPhone 3G absolutely free by agreeing a new 18 month contract, for others the cost of the new iPhone’s are expected to be £99 (8gb) and £169 (16gb) however depending on your tariff choice you can get the handset free, tariffs are expected to range from £30 - £75 a month.

So what’s new in Apple’s new iPhone 3G?

3G Technology, faster access to the Internet and email, the official word is you can expect access to be 2.4x more than the 2G Edge networks enabling you to do more on the move, surf, download email, get directions, watch a video.

Maps with GPS, on foot or driving around you’ll never be lost again, get directions, fast fix on your location and interactively track your progress as you go.

App Store, accessing the App Store offers applications in a host of categories, games, business, entertainment all available to download and access straight away.

Microsoft Exchange, with the introduction of iPhone 2.0 software the iPhone now supports Microsoft Exchange, push email, calendar, and contacts, it also gives mobile users secure access to corporate resources with VPN and network services.

We will have the latest Apple iPhone 3G deals on site ready for the 11th July release, meanwhile keep an eye on our Apple iPhone 3G reviews as they come in.

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Apple iPhone 3G now in stock with Carphone Warehouse

Well this will certainly put the rumour mill into overdrive with regards to the iPhone. O2 have slashed the price on the 8GB iPhone from launch price in November of £269 to £169 - a reduction of £100.

It will come with the same tariff’s that O2 originally released but the 16GB iPhone will remain the same price of £329 for the time being.

What this will engage is further rumours in the industry that the iPhone in 3G format is due in the next 2-3 months. Apple would appear to be trying to shift on the previous model as much as possible in order to release the 3G version.

It is great news for anyone who wants to get their hands on a brand new iPhone.

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Apple iPhone 3G now in stock with Carphone Warehouse

Well as everyone certainly expects, the Apple iPhone 3G version could just be around the corner. Already it is gaining momentum by the day that the 3G version is due to be announced.

Many felt it was a let down that Apple did not release a 3G version of the iPhone first time of asking.

Well according to iPodobserver.com there are a few possible changes to the current iPhone.

It will still come in the lower 8GB version but the back of the phone will be glossy black replacing the current nickel finish. Also gone by the wayside is the black plastic which covers the antenna.

As said until Apple’s Steve Jobs lets us know the whole truth and nothing but the truth - this will be nothing than a rumour to go with the many already out there.

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For all the furore surround Apple’s iPhone about whether it has been a success or a flop the figures speak for themselves. Apple has now positioned itself 3rd in the world ranking of smartphone sales during Q4 of 2007.

Apple shipped 2,320,840 iPhone’s putting itself 3rd beating Motorola who shipped 2,301,260. It highlights the recent struggles that Motorola is now having.

Apple did not just beat Motorola but also Palm and all other Windows Mobile device suppliers in the market.

In first though came Nokia with 18,802,480 devices shipped followed by RIM who shipped 4,046,860 of their popular Blackberry device.

This shows clearly Apple still has a long way to go if it is to catch the leading pack now who combined have over 64% of the market.

Apple’s strength in sales have been in the US where it has struggled in Europe.

The journey for Apple has clearly started but it has a long way to go with still many opting for devices which pack more punch in terms of hardware but it will be interesting in the months to come should Apple introduce features such as 3G.

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Apple has announced that with immediate effect (though not shown on their website yet) the 16GB iPhone is available in the UK.

It will cost UK consumers £329 whilst the 8GB iPhone remains £269. This comes hot on the heels that O2 increased allowances on their iPhone tariffs earlier this month.

The Apple iPhone is still exclusive to O2, Carphone Warehouse and its very own Apple stores. The new iPhone already comes automatically with the latest software updates recently released.

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