Apple sold one million iPhone 3GS devices during its launch weekend, leading many to wonder whether the iPhone is recession-proof. Although it's not clear how many of those phones went to consumers who canceled wireless contracts with companies like Verizon and Sprint to get in on the exclusive AT&T deal, it's clear that many people may be ready to purchase an iPhone.
Specifically, four out of 10 BlackBerry and other smartphone users would switch to Apple's iPhone as their next smartphone purchase, according to a survey by Crowd Science. On the other hand, only 14 percent of non-BlackBerry smartphone users would switch to a BlackBerry for their next purchase. Meanwhile, 82 percent of iPhone users are loyal to Apple's device.
"These results reflect the great challenges BlackBerry faces in stemming the iPhone stampede," said John Martin, CEO of Crowd Science. "In the days ahead, we'll lean on our research platform and continue to gauge the mindset of smartphone users and address the changing mobile landscape, including the Palm Pre, the iPhone 3GS, and other up-to-the-minute developments."
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