Apple iPad 3G service plans on AT&T will cost $29.99
Apparently Apple’s authorities are not willing to listen to Apple fans and AT&T enemies.
iPad, the newest tablet computer, is radically transforming the hi-tech world. Rumor has it that it will become an extremely popular and successful device among the members of the Apple community.
Still, Apple’s fans and followers are highly disappointed since the Apple named AT&T as the U.S. 3G network provider for the new iPad despite iPhone’s users numerous complains.
Many experts and bloggers have warned, grumbled and complained about AT&T’s deficient service. Such is the case of Jason Kincaid at Techcrunch, who said that “AT&T… has been absolutely notorious for already being unable to cope with the 3G data usage of the iPhone. This sure isn’t going to help things.â€
Why did Apple decide to stick to a company that is a pain in the neck? Philip Redman, an analyst at Gartner explains that the company had already done the design work for AT&T’s GSM/WCDMA network on the iPhone. So, sticking to the partnership will make them save both time and money.
In fact, Timothy Cook, Apple’s chief operating officer, has recognized that AT&T’s mobile broadband network is slower than AT&T would like in cities with high concentration of iPhones.
Pricing scheme
As you may know, the iPad will have 6 different price levels. Some of them only have Wi-Fi access while others also include 3G.
From the ones that only have Wi-Fi, you can find a 16GB version at $499, a 32GB version at $599 and a 64GB version at $699.
The 3G ones are available with the same capacity levels but the pricing varies: $629, $729 and $829, respectively.
Whereas 3G is available for some carriers, why release something so great under AT&T again? Will we be able to use our 3G for Ipad and iphones? I don’t think so…
Actually, Apple iPad 3G service plans on AT&T will cost $29.99 a month for unlimited data and $14.99 for up to 250 MB.
The activation process is on the device without visiting any store or making phone calls. By the way, there isn’t any contract involved, so you can cancel anytime. In addition, take into account that the iPad is fully unlocked, so if you want you can use your GSM carrier. Maybe, it can work for you.
Remember that although the product is not available yet, you can get notified!
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