I would bet that Apple would release their iPhone through Verizon before they released it in Europe. No offense to our friends across the pond, but look at Apple's history with stuff like iTunes and the iPod, which took a little while to get over there (IIRC). I think this has more to do with Apple's business with Cingular and Verizon's likely king-of-the-hill reticence ot make a deal with Apple on Apple's terms. I seriously doubt Apple cares much if Verizon or Cingular have the best etworks or consumer approvals. They'll release this thing through Podunk Phone if they give them the best overall terms and audience.
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