According to previous rumors, Japanese Softbank will start to distribute Apple iPhone 3G cell phones from July 11. The pricing of the handset will be a bit higher than American AT&T's. The 8GB model will cost about $215 USD, while the 16 GB model will cost about $323 USD, as opposed to the American $199 and $299 USD prices. The handset will be available in a number of tariff packages, the "White Plan" will offer free minutes between 1 AM and 9 PM along with free email. Besides the basic fee package, iPhone users will also have to order the unlimited Internet package for $56 USD, so iPhone will be available for $67 USD at least. It is not yet known if the unlimited data package will be mandatory in all countries.
Translated by Szaszati
