Some IPhone Customers Put on Hold

July 1, 2007 By MAY WONG, AP Technology Writer
Some IPhone Customers Put on Hold (AP)

The new Apple iPhone is seen Friday, June 29, 2007 in New York. (AP Photo/Jason DeCrow)

(AP) -- While many who snapped up Apple Inc.'s iPhone were using the latest must-have gadget even before leaving the store, some buyers were put on hold as they experienced frustrating delays in activating their cell phone service.



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