Apple iPhone to launch June 15th?
While everyone knows that the Apple iPhone is coming out in June, there has been a significant amount of speculation as to its precise date of release. Apple has been elusive as usual on the matter, stating only that the phone is "scheduled to ship in late June." The Boy Genius Report received an interesting piece of information at our world headquarters today, and it may shed some light on the iPhone release date confusion. According to an official letter sent to all corporate AT&T employees, the Apple iPhone launch will take place on June 15th with the launch period extended until the 15th of July. AT&T isn’t even approving their employees from taking any vacations during that timeframe, due to what the company is referring to as "the biggest selling period we have seen in a few years." Way to be humble, AT&T! The reality is an iron-clad contract with Apple dictating the launch, so not even AT&T could screw this one up. Now that that’s settled, why doesn’t everyone sit back, buy an accessory or two, and practice some deep breathing for the sales floor rush on June 15th. Take a gander at the full email after the jump!
Thanks, Luis
To: All Company Owned Retail Employees
From: [Name removed]
Subject: iPhone Launch Period
Date: May 4, 2007
As previously announced, Apple and AT&T will soon debut the iPhone,
which combines a mobile phone, a widescreen iPod with touch controls, and
breakthrough internet communications into one small and lightweight
handheld device. The new AT&T has a multiyear, exclusive agreement to
provide U.S. service for the iPhone.
To ensure proper staffing during the product launch period, Sales personnel
planning to take approved time off are encouraged to schedule their
vacations before June 15 or after July 15 to participate in the iPhone
launch.
Previously approved vacation will be allowed where voluntary rescheduling
is not feasible
No additional vacation requests will be approved during the launch period
(6/15 – 7/15).
I want to thank you in advance for your understanding as this is likely to
be the biggest selling period we have seen in a few years.
Happy Selling,
[Name removed]
On May 5, 2007 @ 2:26 pm, Spencer J Said:
Thanks for the information. I find it strange that I am so excited about a phone that will cost me my first born.
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On May 5, 2007 @ 3:48 pm, Charles Atkeison IV Said:
This will be a very dynamic and useful media pda! That alone is enough to get excited about… I do feel strongly that the at&t retail stores will only get a few in during that first week.
Also, with June 15th as a Friday, that will make for a fun weekend as we cram in all the I-Phone’s workings and our contact lists before work on Monday.
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On May 5, 2007 @ 6:57 pm, josh Said:
Will there be any courtship by ATT for new customers here. if we didn’t like the Iphone and sold the Iphone could we switch to regular service with a diff phone. Just some thoughts…
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On May 5, 2007 @ 7:43 pm, Brian Said:
I won’t even bother getting one (if I play with it and decide its for me) before August. It will just be insane and I’m not about to step on anyone for this device.
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On May 6, 2007 @ 2:31 am, Rod Said:
Is anyone going to camp-out with me at a store the night before launch?
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On May 6, 2007 @ 4:40 am, iPhone Shop Said:
do somebody knows when we get iPhone in europe? What is the basic charges for AT&T per month? Can i buy the iPhone in usa without domicile in America? Thanks for answer. bye
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On May 6, 2007 @ 8:08 am, green Said:
It will be cool to have it’s functions.
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On May 6, 2007 @ 5:30 pm, Treo Guy Said:
I’ve been a treo guy for years & currently use the 750. thought I’m also extremely excited about the iphone as well its going to be hard to let go of the treo. Any comments on whether the switch will be worh it?
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On May 6, 2007 @ 10:35 pm, zr Said:
COR employees, if you wanted to take some time off around July 4th… TOO BAD… You need to be here to sell this phone… really, it is that important. Trust us.
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On May 7, 2007 @ 2:21 am, iphone-fan Said:
Still looking forward to this phone, also I know I have to sell my girlfriend to buy one
More news on the iphone: http://www.iphone-updates.com.
1.5 month and the waiting ends!
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On May 7, 2007 @ 1:58 pm, dropjes Said:
signing up for foreigners is going to be impossible. att has ridiculously high deposit demands even for its own citizens; you need a really solid, long US credit history, social security number and yes, domocile in US.
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On May 8, 2007 @ 7:17 am, Andy Said:
Remember, the day these go on sale, they will be sold at both cingular/att stores AND apple retail stores. I plan to stay the night in NYC and hopefully with the sheer number of att stores and the 5th ave store being 24 hours i should be able to get one. Now, i guess some people are going to have the same idea as me, i just hope i get 2 phones the first day so my girlfriend isn’t waiting for hers while i have mine. Happy hunting!
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On May 8, 2007 @ 3:44 pm, AJ Said:
I doubt there will be long lines on this phone, even iPOD fanatics will not consider on buying this phone, it’s not 100% complete and missing a few functions here and there. So all the people who plan on camping it is a waste of time and energy, I bet you if you go anytime during the day there will still be instock. In a way this phone is highly over rated, and plus, it’s not a PS3 or XBOX or Wii. Think clearer guys.
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On May 9, 2007 @ 5:15 am, yacine Said:
bonjour suis homme arabic algeriè et je travaill ou cyberje cherche logiciels pour tèlèchargè et merci a vous by
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On May 9, 2007 @ 6:29 am, Andy Said:
Missing important features? Like what? The whole phone is software based. I would love to hear your explanation!
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On May 9, 2007 @ 6:48 am, Andy Said:
You know it really annoys me that biased (sometimes based on one’s employer) inputs on these kinds of sites really does not help anyone, all it does is cause confusion for the readers. The only thing missing from the iPhone is my hand around it making a call. It has features that no other mobile phone has, and could, with more battery and slightly more powerful cpu, come to replace the smaller laptops some folks use. I often forget something and i can’t get the info on my phone, so i wait till i get home to use my iBook or such. I can’t imagine how much more efficient my day to day activities will be when i can check my favorite sites from anywhere whenever i want/need. Gone will be the days of waiting at home for an e-mail to arrive! If you watched the iPhone intro at the MWSF 2007 keynote, you’ll see how amazing this device really is. And, jobs said there will be more of this type of device in the future from apple. While people are entitled to their opinion, misleading and obviously false information should be deleted as to save people time from reading the useless drivel.
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On May 9, 2007 @ 8:21 am, jwheels Said:
Remember with most people Apple is a love/hate thing. I am considering not just ditching my BB plans but my future PC plans as well if I go with the Iphone. I may become a .mac geek.
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On May 9, 2007 @ 8:39 am, yacine Said:
bonsoir
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On May 9, 2007 @ 3:23 pm, iphone Said:
This is an obvious sign, that the iPhone will be released at the 15th of june, isn`t it?
iPhone news in german language: http://www.iphone-weblog.de
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On May 9, 2007 @ 4:46 pm, Rick Said:
How much for your girlfriend?
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On May 11, 2007 @ 9:16 pm, The big meowski... Said:
Just wondering if the iPhone will be Nike+ compatible?
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On May 12, 2007 @ 12:19 pm, G Webster Wormleigh Said:
You’ll love being a mac Geek! All the babes are attracted to us. It is almost as if PC wonks smell bad or something……maybe they do!
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On May 13, 2007 @ 9:24 pm, Bob Said:
Will the iphone be available to alltel services
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On May 15, 2007 @ 11:15 am, Fred A. Said:
No, The iphone is only in the US and is only with Cingular & AT&T
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On May 20, 2007 @ 3:12 am, sir izaac Said:
Yes. If you are camping out at one of the Apple Stores in the East Bay, I’ll be there also with a few friends, portable chairs, perhaps a tent, and a PowerBook or two.
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