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Originally Posted by Andybaby
I'm not that wrong on price, because they get a % of the subscription fees. I saw projections as high as 1200 (399 for the phone, and 400 a year per contract) and that was all the way back for the first 4gig models. I'm sure its changed a bit now.
its 700 hardware, (that has a $500 subsidy) but they do also get a percentage on the subscription. 70 a month, per phone. times 24 is another 2 grand about (fees and stuff too) even 10% of that 2,000 per phone is about 200 bucks. but I think its more. and I'm almost sure its over 15% as high as 20%.
that's the only reason apple is staying with at&t because the are making boat loads from the subscription fees too
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"subscription fees" ??? I have no idea what you are talking about. And, I was wrong on the price, as of the 19th, the 8G iPhone 3G will be $99.
As mentioned, I do not have a contract. So, I don't see how anything times 24 is applicable. I pay the same amount to AT&T every month as I did when I had a non-Apple produced phone.
So, I guess I am missing whatever point you are trying to make. The most expensive iPhone is $700 .... without a two year contract. If you do opt for the contract, it is a lot less expensive.
If you could be a little more clear, I might be able to understand you, but I can't say I do at the moment. From my perspective, your math makes no sense.