It had to be Texas...
The first documented public sighting of Apple's iPhone has finally happened! WooHoo! Unfortunately, it happened in the state of Texas. I'll let TUAW.com give you the report:
On May 12, Stan Sigman, CEO of AT&T Wireless (Cingular), was the commencement speaker at West Texas A&M University in Canyon, Texas. He graduated from WTAMU in 1970. He spoke at 2 ceremonies. The big news is that he presented the president of WTAMU, Dr. O'Brien, with what he claimed was "the first iPhone in Texas." Dr. O'Brien even held the iPhone up for the crowd to see at the ceremonies.
A video was later posted of the graduation announcement. As you can see below, it's not much to look at.
Validity has not been confirmed (anyone know somebody at WTAMU? Anybody ever heard of WTAMU? HA HA!) However, I haven't heard anyone say it's an outright lie yet... 3 days after the initial report.
The buzz on the iPhone is incredible. It looks probable that I'll have access to a batch when they are released. I've already gotten a couple product requests from friends/associates. If you want me to get you one (at whatever discount I can get - once again, not sure) let me know and I'll be sure to keep you in the loop.
I want one! I want one! Just reminding you. hehe Have you heard anything about a release date?
Posted by: Kathleen Finley | 2007.05.14 at 09:27 PM
I've heard speculation and logical guesses. There are a number of outside factors that point to a June 11-15th launch. Because it's Apple, when I know the rest of the world will know.
Posted by: Jeff Reed | 2007.05.14 at 09:37 PM