If you live in the UK and are intending upon getting in on the iPhone 3G action come launch day, you might keep an ear out for news about early registration. According to rumors, the company may be allowing customers to sign up for contracts before the launch date, thus alleviating some congestion on July 11th.

If the rumor is to be believed, starting July 1st, you’ll be able to walk into the store and sign up for your iPhone 3G contract. You’ll then be able to pick up your shiny new phone on July 11th and enter a registration number, which would then activate your new account.

I’m really not sure what I think of this practice. On one side, it would certainly get customers in and out of the store in a timely manner. However, those not in the know might not be able to get their hands on a phone come launch day, as they could potentially be sold out before the 11th. We’ll keep an eye out for any official word from O2.

[via MacRumors]