Gearing up for the launch of iPhone 3G

All the gadget freeks and iphone 2G holders are gearing up for the launch of new iPhone 3G at WWDC Keynote on July 11 starting from $199.The new 3G iPhone will be integrated in the usual marketing systems of carriers, with point-based trade-ups, discounts for carrier switchers and other service-based subvention packages.

Apple has sold 6 million first-generation iPhones since the launch slightly more than a year ago. The new version is cheaper — $199, from an original $599.

Here are all of the other iPhone 3G details you’ll need:

1. Launch Time for the iPhone 3G is 8 AM local time
2. The $199 and $299 pricing requires a two-year contract
3. Those not eligible for upgrade pricing will pay $399 for the 8GB model and $499 for the 16GB model
4. All customers upgrading will be required to pay an $18 upgrade fee while new customers will pay a $36 activation fee
5. In the future, AT&T will offer a no-contract-required option for $599 (8GB) and $699 (16GB)

Plans have also been announced and start at $69.99 per month:

* $69.99 per month: 450 anytime minutes and 5,000 night and weekend minutes
* $89.99 per month: 900 anytime minutes and unlimited night and weekend minutes
* $109.99 per month: 1350 anytime minutes and unlimited night and weekend minutes
* $129.99 per month: unlimited anytime minutes

Lets all set for the launch of iPhone 3G on the day of the launch, I am waiting to get one on my hand. and the launch will be covered in Holy Maru.