IPhone SA launch (cash vs contract)

[iWish]

Remind me again, did the 4 and 4S launch with contract deals only or were the phones also available in cash from day 1 on their launch day in SA?
I don't think the 5 will launch with significant specials, thus considering upgrading my contract now (contract without handset - VC smart standard R260 pm) and buying the 5 cash. Any opinions out there?

 

[bwana]

I'm not sure but I really hope FNB decides to carry the new iPhone.

 

[Ecco]

When phones lauch they normally only available on contract

 

[iWish]

When phones lauch they normally only available on contract

Not what I was hoping for. Contract ends 1 October so I'll have to think fast.

 

[bwana]

Not what I was hoping for. Contract ends 1 October so I'll have to think fast.

I think you'll have a bit of time before it arrives in SA.

 

[AlmightyBender]

Not what I was hoping for. Contract ends 1 October so I'll have to think fast.

Why not just let your contract go month to month and then change it when you need to?