If I'm not mistaken Apple approached numerous carriers, many of them turned their noes up to requests Apple made so specific iPhone features could function as i

If I'm not mistaken Apple approached numerous carriers, many of them turned their noes up to requests Apple made so specific iPhone features could function as intended, such as visual voice mail and more importantly, complete freedom with the AppStore. For all its faults... prior to the AppStore, mobile software and distribution was a complete joke. While AT&T service leaves much to be desired, they took a risk and therefor should be rewarded appropriately IMO. For years consumers have been at the mercy of non-innovative phone manufactures and subpar mobile service. Apple + AT&T is a driving force, this is one of those times the gov't should just leave capitalism alone.