When the iPhone's specifications were announced, there were many who made comparisons - generally unfavourable - with it and many of the advanced handsets available in Japan, along with the prediction that, style notwithstanding, the relatively archaic connectivity would see it a commercial failure there. However, a recent survey by Mitsubishi Research Institute and Rakuten Research has found that a surprising 27.6-percent of Japanese mobile phone users would buy an iPhone if it were to become available in the country.
That figure breaks down into 5.2-percent "very willing" to spend their own money on the iPhone, and a further 22.4-percent "somewhat willing" to do so, out of 2,200 people questioned. 11.8-percent expressed willingness to switch providers should it be necessary in order to buy Apple's cellphone. In a country where advanced functionality such as electronic "cashless" wallets, ultra-high-speed mobile broadband and unbelievable levels of customisation are par for the course, it's impressive that the iPhone concept could make such an impact.
Apple is yet to make any announcements regarding the iPhone reaching the Japanese market.
[via SlashPhone]
This iPhone reminds me of my second wife . She had me at the hankie drop ! . Before I met her I had it made . I had a dame that could really cook. Slice and dice , find my socks , she spoke 4 languages and had a huge extended family . she was great on the road , in the office , and she was good in bed . But then I got a glimpse of you know who . What a rack ! And she new how to use it ! It’s like I’d been swimming with one arm tied behind my back . Not to say my first love didn’t have a touch screen ; she did , ahhh but thats all behind me now . I gave it all up for for ..wait shhh ! I think she’s learning to voice record !! Come on sweetie I know you can ……. Hey ..show my friends your cartwheel oo oo watch this she’s incredible !