Actually, it has ALWAYS been standard policy for AT&T to test ANY new device for an additional 400 hours on their network, with their technicians. The delay is more than likely due to the amount of new devices launching this quarter (and therefore being tested) and the amount of qualified testers. Not to mention that the Oct. 2nd launch was announced by RIM, NOT AT&T.
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Actually, it has ALWAYS been standard policy for AT&T to test ANY new device for an additional 400 hours on their network, with their technicians. The delay is more than likely due to the amount of new devices launching this quarter (and therefore being tested) and the amount of qualified testers. Not to mention that the Oct. 2nd launch was announced by RIM, NOT AT&T.
It's possible RIM is delaying it because they don't want to tarnish their reputation with a substandard network.