It’s not the news that AT&T will sell refurbished iPhones that is surprising, it’s the specific part of the rumor that says the 4GB iPhones will again be available, after being discontinued when Apple announced the slash in the price of the 8GB version.

The source of this rumor is Boy Genius Report, which have proven to be reliable with Apple rumors in the past. Armed with an internal memo from Apple…

March 1, 2008

Refurbished iPhones at COR Stores. For a limited time, select COR stores in the New England Market will offer refurbished iPhones (both 4GB and 8GB) for a special price. These devices are good as new and give customers the opportunity to experience the revolutionary iPhone with big savings. New activations only, upgrades with Manager approval. Refurbished iPhones will only be available to purchase in select COR stores across the Northeast Region and will be available while supplies last. Please reach out to customers that have recently purchased an iPhone to see if they are interested in activating an additional iPhone at a discounted equipment cost. Please note no in-store sales materials should be created. This is to be sold as a closing tool only. Product is available while supplies last from initial shipment. Failure to follow this communication will result in a Code of Business Conduct violation

… they send us this good news: “$199 for the 4GB, (wait, 4GB?) and $249 for the 8GB.” That is a big price difference from the new $399 8GB iPhone and so unlike Apple.

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