14 DAY TRIAL // As expected, US Cellular has just announced that it will start selling both iPhone 5s and 5c beginning November 8. All versions will be available for purchase via US Cellular’s store, as well as online, and there’s no pre-order period for any of them.
According to the carrier, iPhone 5s will be available for $200 (€150) for the 16GB model, $300 (€220) for the 32GB model and $400 (€295) for the 64GB model.
The iPhone 5c will be available for $100 (€75) for the 16GB model and $200 (€150) for the 32GB model. There’s more to it, as US Cellular has also announced that the iPhone 4s will be available for $.01.
Those who purchase either of the two new iPhone devices via US Cellular will be able to choose from one of the carrier’s recently launched Shared Data plans, for which they will receive unlimited minutes and messaging.
In order to purchase a smartphone data plan, customers will need to commit to a new two-year agreement and pay a $35 activation fee.
“We are thrilled to bring iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c to our loyal customers and to the U.S. Cellular high-quality network, so iPhone fans can experience it along with our industry-leading rewards program.
“At U.S. Cellular, we provide a better wireless experience, and the new iPhones give our customers great options to fit their needs,” said Joe Settimi, vice president of products, pricing and innovation for U.S. Cellular.
On a side note, Boost Mobile has also confirmed that it will bring Apple fans in the United States the iPhone 5s and 5c, but they will be much more expensive due to the fact that they are offered without contract.
Boost Mobile will offer the iPhone 5s for $550 (€405) for the 16GB model, $650 (€480) for the 32GB model and $750 (€555) for the 64GB model. iPhone 5c will be available for $450 (€330) for the 16GB and $550 (€405) for the 32GB.