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This just goes to who that we are now in the fabled post-pc world that everyone has been talking about for the last 10 years or so. I disagree that the iPhone

by vparikh 15y ago

This just goes to who that we are now in the fabled post-pc world that everyone has been talking about for the last 10 years or so. I disagree that the iPhone is at a lower price point -- if you factor in the cost of a data plan on a 2 year contract you can easily purchase a macbook pro and an iPad for the same amount.

mikeash 15y ago
A great many iOS devices do not require a data plan. Most of those can't even use a data plan.
- sjmulder 15y ago
  Does any iOS device require one at all? The iPhone works fine without data and I’ve been without a data plan on a few occasions.
  - rdouble 15y ago
    Only if you want the subsidized price... or data.
  - mikeash 15y ago
    The iPhone required one in the US, in the sense that you had to sign up for one when you bought it. That's no longer the case, if you're willing to spend $600+ on an unlocked one.