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Apple iPhone 3G - no longer a network exclusive?

Posted: 25 August 2009

The Apple iPhone 3G S and its predecessors have been something of a coup for O2 in the UK as since the very first model appeared in 2007 they have remained network-exclusive. However, reports are starting to emerge that would suggest this may be about to change.

In November that year, O2 announced that the deal to distribute the new and much-anticipated gadget would allow it to boost its workforce in the UK by around 1,427 people. It was estimated that 700 new employees would be needed to cope with the extra level of customer support while a further 727 would be recruited for the network's retail across the nation.

Mark Stansfeld, sales director of the carrier, explained that the firm was dedi ...

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