vIndianz.com (17 Mar, 2010) — Google’s Nexus One has gone head-to-head with Apple’s iPhone as its latest version now sells on the 3G network of mobile carrier AT&T Inc.
The original version of Nexus One which is still available in the market, worked on T-Mobile’s 3G network as well as At&T’s older network. However, the new version which operates on the faster network and supports At&T’s different 3G frequencies, might give the iPhone a run for its money.
Even though iPhone has a deal with AT&T, making the latter an exclusive carrier, AT&T has figured out that the exclusivity wonÆt last forever. This has prompted the company to extend its services to Android OS-powered phones and Palm Inc. produced phones.
However, AT&T is not selling Nexus One at a subsidized price. It will continue to cost the buyer a full price of $529 which is much higher than the $179 for the T-Mobile subsidized Nexus One and the $99 AT&T subsidized iPhone. Both the deals come with a two year contract period.
AT&T seems open to accepting a compatible device on their network hasnt thrown any light on whether they had discussed the new phone with Google.
Google’s foray into the mobile phone market has definitely troubled the bosses at Apple. HTC Corp, the manufacturer of Nexus One was sued earlier by Apple, citing patent infringement. Although Apple did not name Google in the suit, analysts reckon that the lawsuit could mean a battle on the sidelines between the two companies.
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