Neowin spoke to Nokia and EE and have got this clarification about the Lumia 920 situation:
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Will it be possible to buy a Lumia 920 off-contract?
Yes. Phones4U will sell the device without a SIM card for those who don?t require a contract. However, Phones4U will be selling what?s been described to us ?an EE variant of the Lumia 920? that will only work with Orange, T-Mobile and EE SIM cards. As previously reported, this off-contract 920 will be sold by Phones4U for ?459.95.
Can I buy the Lumia 920 from somewhere other than Phones4U or EE?
No. EE is the exclusive carrier and Phones4U the exclusive retailer for the device in the UK.
Will there be an end to this exclusivity arrangement?
Nokia says that it will review the current arrangements ?later this quarter?.
If the Lumia 920 is exclusive to EE, does that mean I have to get a 4G tariff?
No. EE has confirmed to us that the 920 will also be offered through its 3G carrier brands, Orange and T-Mobile.
How much will the Lumia 920 cost on a 3G tariff?
Customers on Orange will be able to purchase the device for ?49.99 upfront on the Panther Extra plan at ?36 per month; T-Mobile customers can get one for ?49.00 upfront on the ?36pm Full Monty tariff. T-Mobile?s Full Monty tariff also include unlimited data. Other price plans are available on both carriers; upfront device charges may vary.
When will the Lumia 920 be available to buy?
You can order a Lumia 920 on contract from Phones4U right now, for delivery on 6 November. Orders are available via EE?s website right now, offering delivery within two business days. T-Mobile and Orange will begin offering the device on 9 November.
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