We've just received some exciting news for our UK readers from an O2 insider. It seems that O2 is really taking advantage of the iPhone and giving their customers some real value. Unfortunately AT&T in the US doesn't seem to be as aggressive with their plans.
O2 in conjunction with BTOpenzone and The Cloud are creating a Wifi "wireless mesh network" across London and other UK metropolitan areas. The coverage is supposed to rival the coverage of cell phone towers. iPhone users should be able to use this network seamlessly. Also, O2 customers will be able to log into this mesh with their laptops or desktops.
The 3G iPhone isn't SIM replaceable. The SIM card is put in the phone as part of the manufacturing process and is not replaceable by the user. This will certainly curtail unlocking efforts. According to our source, you CAN remove the SIM "with a hammer"
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