iPhone Makes Waves

The Apple iPhone made its first appearance at Macworld in January 2007 and survey conducted to gauge early interest levels and the potential impact the device would have on the cell phone industry.

Participants were asked how likely is it that you will buy an Apple iPhone for yourself when it becomes available?

Nearly 1-in-10 respondents (9%) said they were likely to buy the new iPhone product when it becomes available -- 3% said they were very likely to purchase one and 6% said they were somewhat likely to do so.

So, Apple iPhone is set to Roil Telecom Industry and there is strong evidence that Apple should exceed its iPhone sales goals for 2008."

The iPhone is likely to have a big impact on smartphone makers such as Nokia (NOK), Motorola (MOT) and Palm (PALM), which will need to respond to the Apple phone's innovative design and features."

The combination mobile phone, Internet device and widescreen iPod media player has been the talk of the tech world since Apple Chief Executive Steve Jobs unveiled it in January, wrote Investor's Business Daily.

Other respondents pointed to the innovative features, such as a 3.5-inch touchscreen display, and Apple's brand reputation as the main selling points.

With the iPhone poised to hit the shelves on June 29 2007, there will be the accompaniment of extremely high levels of consumer excitement.

While no one is certain how the iPhone story will ultimately play out, surveys have shown the huge potential impact on the cell phone industry

Once the product is released, be on the lookout for the results of a Apple July earning announcement.