AT&T announces iPhone 3G plans, 8 a.m. launch on July 11th AT&T said Tuesday that iPhone 3G calling plans will start at $70 for a plan that includes 450 monthly minutes. It also announced a series of "tips" on how to be "iReady" when the new touch-screen handset goes on sale at AT&T retail stores at 8 a.m. local time on Friday, July 11.

Pricing and Eligibility

iPhone 3G will be available for $199 for the 8GB model and $299 for the 16GB model.

Both prices require two-year contracts and are available to the following customers:

iPhone customers who purchased before July 11

Customers activating a new line with AT&T

Current AT&T customers who are eligible, at the time of purchase, for an upgrade discount

Existing AT&T customers who are not currently eligible for an upgrade discount can purchase iPhone 3G for $399 for the 8GB model or $499 for the 16GB model. Both options require a new two-year service agreement. In the future, AT&T will offer a no-contract-required option for $599 (8GB) or $699 (16GB).

Current customers may also choose to wait until they become eligible for an upgrade discount. Eligibility is generally determined by amount of time remaining on a current contract and payment history. Customers can check their upgrade eligibility and other wireless account information at www.att.com/iphone. The site also includes a series of "Get iReady" tips and frequently asked questions.

Current AT&T customers who are upgrading to iPhone 3G will be forced to pay an $18 upgrade fee and new AT&T customers will be forced to pay "the standard $36 activation fee." For complete details click here .

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  ¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 7/01/2008 10:29:00 AM