Verizon Wireless won't sell the 3G version of the iPad that can connect to cellular networks.
Verizon Wireless is only getting the Wi-Fi version because its network technology isn't compatible with the cellular technology that the iPad rides on. Apple isn't changing its device for Verizon.
Verizon Wireless is also offering a data plan with a 1 gigabyte cap for $20 a month. The carrier will also sell the iPad by itself.
An AT&T representative declined to comment on Verizon selling the iPad.
Apple selling the iPad through both carriers only widens its distribution ahead of the introduction of rival devices.
Apple on Thursday announced that it plans to sell its iPad tablet computer through both AT&T and Verizon Wireless retail stores. Verizon Wireless will sell the iPad bundled with a MiFi hotspot creator.
Thursday's announcement that Verizon Wireless will offer the Apple iPad at its retail stores is a bit of a surprise, to say the least.
Verizon Wireless and AT&T stores will begin selling the Apple iPad on October 28. Nothing about the iPad has changed. AT&T will sell the iPad Wi-Fi 3G, according to Apple. It will offer the iPad with two wireless plan options, $15 for 250MB and $25 for 2GB. Both plans also offer free access to AT&T's Wi-Fi hotspot network. Prices of the iPad Wi-Fi 3G remain consistent at $630, $730, and $830.
Verizon Wireless, however, will sell the Wi-Fi version -- but it will be packaged with the Novatel MiFi 2200 mobile hotspot device. The cost breakdown at Verizon Wireless stores for the iPad is: $630 for iPad Wi-Fi 16GB MiFi, $730 for iPad Wi-Fi 32GB MiFi and $830 for iPad Wi-Fi 64GB MiFi. Those prices reflect what the iPad Wi-Fi 3G cost
Verizon Wireless is offering a monthly access plan to iPad customers for up to 1GB of data for $20 per month. Verizon Wireless is also selling the Wi-Fi iPad without a MiFi.