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Mobile Broadband: ATT Discontinues Unlimited Data Plan

Jun 7, 2010 by Ben Hainsworth in Apple iPad, iPad 3g, iPad Cost
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ATT have sparked controversy this week with the news they will be discontinuing their unlimited mobile broadband plan for the iPad 3G from June 7th.

Up until this point AT&T offered customers a choice of two data plans: $14.99 for 250 MB of data per month or $29.99 per month for Unlimited data. But just over 1 month since the launch of the iPad 3G on April 30th, this has been revised significantly. Starting today the unlimited data plan has been removed and replaced with 2 GB for $25 per month. Whilst for the average consumer this is a significant amount, for many it is seen as another reason of justification for Apple to move away from AT&T as their sole US data partner for the iPad and iPhone.

However, there is a clause that may offer some comfort to users. Those who have bought or ordered their iPad 3G before June 7th can still sign up to the Unlimited plan including purchases from Apple’s Online Store. Those who have bought after the 11.59 PM cut off will not have the option of this plan.

Many see this as a prime example of the real need for multiple data partners in the US to trigger competitive pricing like in other countries. The UK for example has 4 different carriers allowing users real choice and an option to suit everyone. Something that is very much lacking in the US.

One has to wonder what Apple’s thoughts are on this issue. Steve Jobs himself described the two plans as a “real breakthrough” when he unveiled the iPad back in January. I don’t imagine he envisaged the breakthrough to last only 38 days.

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iPad International launch delayed to end of May, 500,000 iPads sold in first week

Apr 15, 2010 by Philip Lam in iPad, iPad 3g, iPad Cost
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Due to ‘surprisingly strong US demand’, Apple has officially delayed the international iPad launch by a whole month, now at the end of May. Apple also revealed that more than 500,000 iPads were sold in its first week of launch in the US, which was “far higher” than they have anticipated. Furthermore, Apple will announce the pricing and begin to take iPad pre-orders for international customers on May 10.

In addition, it looks like Vodafone, O2 and Orange will be carrying the iPad in the UK, Australia, Germany, Italy and Spain.

Or you can simply get one on eBay like now.

CUPERTINO, Calif., April 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ —

Apple today released the following statement:

Although we have delivered more than 500,000 iPads during its first week, demand is far higher than we predicted and will likely continue to exceed our supply over the next several weeks as more people see and touch an iPad™. We have also taken a large number of pre-orders for iPad 3G models for delivery by the end of April.

Faced with this surprisingly strong US demand, we have made the difficult decision to postpone the international launch of iPad by one month, until the end of May. We will announce international pricing and begin taking online pre-orders on Monday, May 10. We know that many international customers waiting to buy an iPad will be disappointed by this news, but we hope they will be pleased to learn the reason-the iPad is a runaway success in the US thus far.

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Rumored iPad Shortage to Cause Limited Launch? (Updated)

Mar 1, 2010 by Philip Lam in Buy iPad, iPad, iPad Cost
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Update: An Apple spokesperson told Wired that iPad release is on track for late March.

Apple may have plans for a limited or delayed launch of the iPad due to an inventory shortage, says analyst Peter Misek of Canaccord Adams.

“The upcoming iPad launch may be somewhat limited as a manufacturing bottleneck has impacted production of Apple’s newest device,” Misek says. “An unspecified production problem at the iPad’s manufacturer, Hon Hai Precision (or better known as Foxconn), will likely limit the launch region to the US and the number of units available to roughly 300K in the month of march, far lower than the company’s initial estimate of 1,000K units.” [Apple Insider]

The Wifi iPad is expected to go on sale later this month, and a shortage of iPad at launch could mean long lines.

iPad Pre-Orders to begin This Week?

Feb 21, 2010 by Philip Lam in Buy iPad, iPad, iPad Cost, iPad Price
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Get your credit cards ready. If this latest rumor is true, Wi-Fi iPad pre-orders could begin as soon as Thursday, February 25th, according to AppAdvice. Citing a “reliable source”, they also say that the pre-sale will be available to the US only. This would put the pre-sale about 30 days before the scheduled release of non-3G version of the iPad.

But before any ’selling’, the iPad must first pass the FCC. So that would mean we’ll see the FCC approval of the Wi-Fi iPad sometime this week. And the 3G Models on a later date.

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iPad to Launch In February Of 2010?

Sep 14, 2009 by Philip Lam in Buy iPad, ipad battery, iPad Cost, iPad Release Date
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According to Steve Chuang from Cens, the imminent launch of the Apple iPad is set to be around February of 2010 and priced at $799-$999, which sounds just about right from the other rumors so far. Steve also got the scoop on a couple of Taiwanese suppliers that will be responsible for supplying parts for the Apple iPad.

First off, DynaPack International Technology Corp. will be supplying up to 300,000 of these supposedly long lasting batteries for the Apple iPad per month. Where as Wanshih Electronic Co., Ltd. will be supplying the mini coaxial cables for the iPad. And lastly, both Layers Scientific-Technics Co., Ltd. and Wintek Corp. will be supplying the Power Chokes and the lovely 9.7 incher Touch Panel.

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