Apple has announced in two separate press releases, that the iPad is coming to both AT&T and Verizon retail stores starting on October 28th.
AT&T will be carrying the three iPad Wi-Fi + 3G model in their 2200 retail. This of course gives Apple another distribution channel, while it gives AT&T a chance to sell 3G data service plans.
“We can’t wait to showcase the amazing features of iPad Wi-Fi + 3G in our stores across the country just in time for the holidays,” said Glenn Lurie, AT&T President of Emerging Devices, Resale and Partnerships, AT&T Mobility and Consumer Markets. “With our breakthrough iPad data plans starting at just $14.99 and access to AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Spots around the country at no extra cost, our customers will have the best of both worlds.”
“We look forward to expanding the reach of iPad, allowing even more customers to experience the magic of iPad for themselves,” said Tim Cook, Apple’s COO. “As we approach the holiday season, we are very happy that customers will now be able to buy iPad Wi-Fi + 3G at AT&T Stores.”
More interestingly, Verizon will begin offering all three of the Wi-Fi only iPad model in their 2000 retail stores, both as a standalone purchase, and packaged with Verizon’s MiFi 2200 mobile hotspot device to provide internet service when away from a Wi-Fi hotspot. The bundles will cost $629.99/$729.99/$829.99 for each of the corresponding Wi-Fi iPad models. Verizon will also offer a 1GB data plan for iPad customers priced at $20 a month.
“This is the perfect pairing for holiday travels,” said John Stratton, chief operating officer for Verizon Wireless. “iPad together with the nation’s largest and most reliable 3G data network allows customers to easily connect on the go wherever they are.”
“We’re thrilled to be working with Verizon Wireless to get iPad into the hands of even more customers this holiday season,” said Tim Cook, Apple’s COO. “iPad allows users to connect with their apps and content in a more intimate, intuitive and fun way than ever before, and together with Verizon Wireless we’re offering an easy way to stay connected wherever you go.”
So, the iPad is now available at Target, Best Buy, Wal-Mart, (soon) Sam’s Club, AT&T and Verizon. Apple wants this in the hands of consumers.
More importantly, if Apple is currently working with Verizon on the iPad, you can bet they are working together to bring both the iPad and the iPhone to Verizon’s network.
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