DoCoMo, Softbank vie for iPhone contract in Japan
 

*Source: BetaNews (http://www.betanews.com/article/DoCo...n/1197997745)*
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Apple's hardball tactics on revenue sharing seem to be a sticking point with both companies, although moving into the market is extremely important for the iPhone's success.

With 100 million cellular phone customers and the Japanese consumer's penchant for high-end and feature-heavy phones, Japan is a key market for the iPhone to break into.

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