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What is the current availability of iPhone 3G in AT&T stores?

• As of August 19, iPhone 3G is now in stores. We have both 8GB and 16GB (black & white) in stock and available in all AT&T stores.

• Customers who ordered via direct fulfillment can check the status of their order by visiting https://www.wireless.att.com/order_status/.

How much will I pay for iPhone 3G?
For specific pricing details please see:
New to AT&T
Current AT&T Customer

What types of plans are available for iPhone 3G?

What are my options for text messaging?

Can I use my iPhone 3G while traveling internationally?
Yes. Outside of the U.S, voice and data usage, including data usage incurred from delivery of Visual Voicemail messages, will be charged at international rates. AT&T offers four discount international data packages that can significantly reduce the cost of using data abroad. See att.com/worldpackages for details and international roaming rates.

Where can I buy iPhone 3G?
iPhone 3G is available for purchase at any Apple or AT&T store. Find a store near you.

What is the Enterprise Data plan?
Customers interested in using iPhone to access corporate email, business applications or corporate intranet will activate with an Enterprise Data Plan for iPhone. Learn more at att.com/iphoneforbusiness.

How can I maximize my battery life on my iPhone?
There are a number of ways customers can maximize the battery life on iPhone. Apple has compiled these tips on their website.

What is the return policy and process for iPhone 3G?
The AT&T Returns Policy provides information about equipment and services purchased directly from AT&T.

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How much will I pay for iPhone 3G?
If you are upgrade eligible and your account is in good standing, you will pay $199 for 8GB (black) and $299 for 16GB (black or white). Two-year contract required.

If you are not currently eligible, you may have the option to purchase an early upgrade priced at $399 for 8GB (black) or $499 for 16GB (black or white). Two-year contract required.

In the future, AT&T may offer a no-commitment option of $599 for 8GB and $699 for 16GB.

Check upgrade eligibility

Is there an upgrade fee?
Yes. There is an $18 upgrade fee which will be billed to your account.

How do I transfer my information, music and data from my current iPhone to iPhone 3G?
iPhone syncs with applications on your Mac or PC, allowing you to transfer your calendar, contacts, email, photos and music seamlessly to your iPhone 3G. Learn more.

What do I do with my current iPhone?
Hand it off to a friend or family member. Learn how to activate.

How do I clear my current iPhone to hand off the phone to my friend?
Your phone can be cleared from within iTunes in just a few simple steps.

I have an original iPhone and would like to activate it. How does the monthly service cost?
A two-year service agreement is required to use the original iPhone or if you are already an AT&T customer, a renewed two-year service agreement.

Plans start at $59.99 and include Visual Voicemail, Unlimited Data (email and web), and 200 SMS text messages – for use in the U.S. Add more text messages for just a little more per month. You can browse the Internet and send emails as often as you like without being charged extra.

I currently have an original iPhone and love it. Is there anything new available?
iPhone 2.2 software is available as a free download from iTunes. With support for Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync, iPhone delivers push email, calendar, and contacts. And it uses enterprise-grade networking with Cisco IPSec VPN and WPA2 Enterprise support. So now the most revolutionary mobile device ever is also the ideal phone for business.

You will have access to the App Store where you'll find applications in every category—from games to business, education to entertainment, productivity to social networking. Applications for iPhone take advantage of its groundbreaking features such as Multi-Touch, GPS, and the accelerometer. Some are even free. And they can all be downloaded wirelessly to your iPhone.

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What will I pay for iPhone 3G?
$199 for 8GB (black) and $299 for 16GB (black or white). Two-year contract required.
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I have service with another wireless carrier. Can I keep my current phone number?
Yes, it's easy! All you need is the following information as it appears on your current account - account number, name and address of account holder, account holder's SSN or Tax ID and PIN or password (if applicable). Check port eligibility now to get started.

Is your number eligible for transfer? If so, see the Consumer Porting Checklist to help guide you through the steps to easily completing the transfer of your port.

Need help with porting your number? Check out our Local Number Portability (LNP) FAQs for answers to common portability questions.

Is a credit check required?
Yes, a credit check is required. Come prepared with photo ID and Social Security Number. A deposit may be required at time of purchase, upon credit review. An activation fee of $36 will be billed to your account. Two-year contract is required.

Can I activate iPhone 3G on GoPhone Prepaid service?
No. GoPhone Prepaid is not available for iPhone 3G at this time.

How do I transfer my information, music and data from my current iPhone to iPhone 3G?
iPhone syncs with applications on your Mac or PC, allowing you to transfer your calendar, contacts, email, photos and music seamlessly to your iPhone 3G. Learn more.

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