Everyone seems to want in on the action now that the Apple iPhone device has lived up to all of the hype. But where was Verizon when they were offered the deal with Apple? I don't think this is as easy as everyone wants to make it sound. From what I read in the blogosphere at the time, Verizon wasn't willing to let Apple dictate how the visual voicemail would work. It was about who controls the way the platform works. Maybe it's true, maybe it's not. But undeniably, the iPhone is making an impact on the way consumers want access. The whole telecommunications industry is scrambling. I think this is just the beginning. Way to go Apple!
But let's get real. AT&T has enough money and political influence (said nicely) to keep their monopoly on the iPhone for at least a while. Oops! Did I use the "M" word?
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