Question about use of iPhones in Russia

[Alexandar Mihailovic]

Has anybody on this list had experience using iPhones within Russia?  I am
considering buying an iPhone 4.  It seems that one can easily obtain the
right kind of SIM-card (known as a 'micro' card) from the Russian carriers
MTS and Билайн.  The AT & T representative told me that switching the cards
would not present a problem.  I was wondering if people have experienced
problems of any kind with connectivity, dropped calls, etc.  It also seems
that the iPhone 4 is still very expensive and scarce in Russia, which could
make it a significant temptation for theft.  On the MTS website (for
example), the iPhone is listed for sale, yet 'нет в наличии'.  Replies on or
off-list would be appreciated.

Alexandar Mihailovic
Professor of Russian and Comparative Literature
Director of the Graduate Program in Comparative Arts and Culture
Calkins Hall, room 312b 
[Graduate program mailbox: Calkins Hall, room 206]
Hofstra University
Hempstead,  NY 11549
(516) 463-5435
FAX: (516) 463-7082 
E-mail:  cllazm at hofstra.edu    

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