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A European 3G version of the iPhone will be launched Monday in the UK on Vodafone, T-Mobile Germany, and virtual network operator Carphone Warehouse. Shipment of the device, which hit stores in the US today, is expected by the end of the year.
The iPhone has faced some criticism in the US for only being available on AT&T, whose network is not highly regarded for its high speed capabilities. iPhone, with its heavy focus on multimedia, is designed to work best on faster networks. Thus, the European strategy is a sharp contrast, offering multiple carriers and taking advantage of the higher quality data network enjoyed by those across the pond.
The American version of the iPhone utilizes 2G technology.