Most of the world probably missed this stunt because of how short lived it really was (thanks, NYPD!), but at any rate, we found it wacky enough to pass along. Back in late November, a few
Peek faithful donned prisoner uniforms and walked around chained to
BlackBerry Storms on the day Verizon launched the touchscreen RIM device. Naturally, Verizon officials were none too pleased, and everyone involved in the protest was asked to leave shortly after they arrived. Thanks to the wonders of YouTube (vid's after the break), you'll be able to watch it over, and over, and over again. Death to contracts... er, something!
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Read - Peek's take on the event
Read - YouTube video of the prank
posted Dec 9th 2008 6:56AM
I was at the Bryant Park location that day, it was cold and boring, and depressing when they ran out. Peek could've done us a favor and put some cuter "prisoners" out there for our entertainment. Tangentially I believe i will me exchanging my storm in today for the Omnia.
No more contracts = no more subsidized phones.
Take your pick: $500 phones or the ability to jump between carriers?
I'll take my subsidized phone with contract please.
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