APPLE'S hotly anticipated iPhone could cost as much as $US3000 ($3548) with a required two-year service contract, but a handful of eager fans have still lined up early to spend their money.
Buyers of the iPhone must commit to a two-year contract with AT&T. The device combines a wireless phone, music, video and web browsing, and will be sold exclusively through AT&T for at least two years.
Apple and AT&T on Tuesday outlined three iPhone rate plans that will be available, from $US60 per month for the most basic to just under $US100 per month for more talk time. AT&T said iPhone customers could also choose other AT&T service plans listed on its website.