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    http://www.reuters.com/article/idCN...806?rpc=44

    Later this month, according to the article.

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    Interesting. Thanks for sharing.

    I have a blackberry bold through docomo.

    I was checking the iphone 4 the other day at the au shop. I have never been that interested in the iphones, but it was actually really cool.. It just seems like so much more functionality then the blackberry.

    I may be switching in the near future.

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    I love my iPhone; I didn't realize Au already had it. Looks like Softbank has lost its monopoly.

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    Does AU really have it??? I would love to get the IPhone now if that is the case!!!
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    My mistake. Your right it was Softbank.

    I was with a friend when they we're handling there issues, so I got them mixed up.
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    Well, now that Docomo has it, it will be "everywhere".

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    How is Docomo's service compared to SoftBank?

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    Docomo has the largest network in Japan so I would think that it has the best overall coverage throughout all of Japan.

    One thing to keep in mind if you are considering using the iphone on the docomo network via the JCOMM program is that you will NOT get an ___@docomo.ne.jp email address for your phone, however you can setup/receive your hotail, yahoo, gmail, et al through the phone. Finally, you will need a credit card for the monthly bill to be charged to.

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    today, AU mentioned that they sell Iphone5 from november .

    I'm AU user, I was going to switch over to Softbank to use iphone . so i thought yes !

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    Awesome! As far as I know, this is the first "official" confirmation anywhere in the world about product roll-out. Everything else has been rumor so far. Apple is planning a media event I think next week; everyone expects it to be iPhone 5, but they always keep it a secret.

    Let us know if you hear about Softbank offering iPhone 5! I'm on a month-to-month contract now with my old 3GS, waiting to upgrade. Thanks!

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    Well, Apple made their announcement yesterday. The new iPhone 4S is coming (not 5??) It's released on Oct 14th, pre-sale on Oct 7th. Since my poor ol' 3GS is pretty beat-up & on month-to-month now, I'll be placing my pre-order on Friday. I'll be lovin' that iOS 5.

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    Posted By ThaiGuy on 10-05-2011 6:57 PM
    Well, Apple made their announcement yesterday. The new iPhone 4S is coming (not 5??) It's released on Oct 14th, pre-sale on Oct 7th. Since my poor ol' 3GS is pretty beat-up & on month-to-month now, I'll be placing my pre-order on Friday. I'll be lovin' that iOS 5.


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    I have a question not sure if it should go here but I want an iPhone 4s and cannot imagine living without an iphone. Why do all the phones seem to cost a 1000$ and what are the international plans like? If I can only use the phone for japan calls and text it seems pointless I mean why not just have an itouch??

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    Posted By kristinah83 on 10-06-2011 3:11 AM
    I have a question not sure if it should go here but I want an iPhone 4s and cannot imagine living without an iphone. Why do all the phones seem to cost a 1000$ and what are the international plans like? If I can only use the phone for japan calls and text it seems pointless I mean why not just have an itouch??

    weak dollar isn't helping the historically expensive Japanese products.

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    I had a question about phone coverage in Ikego?? Which is better Softbank or Docomo?? I had Softbank in Misawa Japan and it did not work on certain parts of the base. Since I dont plan on getting a house phone I need to make sure my cell phone will work at home!

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    Kristina, I have been following ThaiGuys research and postings on another thread... If you search for iPhone, the thread comes up. Basically, for SoftBank, a new 8 GB iPhone 4 and a 16GB phone 4s are free when you get the required plans with their discount. I am looking at the 64GB 4S, and you pay a little extra each month, on a 24 month contract, but overall, you are looking at about $275 for a 64GB 4S over 2 years with no money down required at all! There are also stories that say Siri should be coming to Japan iPhone 4s's in the near future.
    Another reason the cost is down is that the iPhone has really good competition from other phones. Some are waterproof. Some have capability to have your subway account on the phone so you can electronically pay for trains and taxis. iPhone requires a separate module to for digital TV, too..
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    Autocorrect sucks! *...search for the iPhone thread....

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    Where is the docomo store at in Yokosuka or Ikego? Just curious before my wife get's the softbank. Looking foward to your response.

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    Don't think Docomo actually got the iphone if that is what you are interested in, AU however does/will shortly. The main AU store is two doors down from the large Softbank off base in Yokosuka. (Just past the midway point of the Mikasa mall on blue street.)


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    Thanks Amy! Will do some shopping tomorrow.

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    Got the iPhone 4s. I'll post my comments in the other thread http://www.japanbases.com/forums/aft/1877.aspx.

    I don't like posting here because of the outdated title about Docomo. That was last year's news, but not true for the new crop of phone. The 4s is available at Au and Softbank.

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    hi

    so we have finally got here! could some one please give me directions to the docomo store on blue street? I'm trying to compare plans etc between softbank au and docomo but can't seem to find the store - any thoughts on 1 over the other would also be appreciated - i'm looking for 1 smart phone and 2 'reg' phones for the kids -
    thanks tons, eileen

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    Is Docomo another cell provider?

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    One of the largest in Japan. (33.71% government-owned)

    "do communications over the mobile network"

    The company's mascot is Docomodake, a mushroom.

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    Posted By GM1sHoney on 01-21-2012 7:16 PM
    Is Docomo another cell provider?

    Yes, it's another provider (also known as NTT).  I think they do NOT have the iPhone 4s.  As far as I know, you can only get the 4s from Softbank and AU.  I could be wrong, but I never see the 4s in Docomo stores.

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    I can live with out an Iphone 4s : )
    Do you know where a docomo store is near base?

    thanks!

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    Posted By ThaiGuy on 01-21-2012 8:12 PM
    Posted By GM1sHoney on 01-21-2012 7:16 PM
    Is Docomo another cell provider?

    Yes, it's another provider (also known as NTT).  I think they do NOT have the iPhone 4s.  As far as I know, you can only get the 4s from Softbank and AU.  I could be wrong, but I never see the 4s in Docomo stores.

    That is correct. Only Softbank (used to be Vodafone) and AU are the carriers of iPhone4s. 

    I decided to going with the Softbank service as opposed to AU. I think the Softbank teller is still on the 2nd floor of the MCX in Iwakuni. 
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