Experts warn iPhone hopefuls to wait a while
While they might have a hard time convincing the people already queuing in line at some of the busier AT&T and Apple Stores across the United States, some experts have warned consumers to wait a while before parting with cash and signing up for an iPhone.
Todd Dagres, from Spark Capital, who specialise in wireless and media investment, said that he predicted a new iPhone would offer twice the performance of the first generation one coming out tomorrow, and cost half.
Charles Golvin, from Forrester, thinks that the current iPhone model will retail at $299 once a newer, advanced, possibly 3G model is launched next year.
It's the dilemma of technology. Do you buy the hottest new products now, knowing that they could be cheaper, more feature-laden, and more reliable, six months down the line. Or does your gadget lust and fear of looking enviously at fellow commuters and friends who have bought the gadget get the better of you?
The iPhone will always evolve and improve, just as the iPod has, and Apple's computers, and surely the currently lacklustre Apple TV will - as well as countless products from other manufacturers.
Go on, admit it - if you're an Apple freak, you want one. And you want it now.
I bet half of those analysts will be parting with their cash come launch day, too.
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