is twice as fast* as the first generation iPhone, built-in GPS for expanded location-based mobile services, and iPhone 2.0, software which includes support for Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync and runs hundreds of third-party applications available through the new App Store.

“We are happy to offer iPhone 3G to our customers. Its introduction to our product portfolio provides users with unique advantages. As the only 3G network operator on the Czech market, and because O2 has the country’s most extensive wireless network for WiFi internet connectivity, we are giving our customers an exclusive opportunity to enjoy all the benefits that iPhone 3G  offers,” says Salvador Anglada, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer Telefónica O2 Czech Republic.

iPhone 3G will be available at all brand stores from August 22. For O2 business customers, iPhone 3G will be offered via O2's business partners. Customers who are interested in the new iPhone 3G, including pricing details should visit http://www.o2iphone.cz/. Once customers have registered their interest, they will receive all the latest news about iPhone 3G as soon as becomes available.

Pricing and availability details will be announced at a later date.

*Based on 3G and EDGE testing. Actual speeds vary according to network conditions.

About Telefónica O2 Czech Republic

Telefónica O2 Czech Republic is a major integrated operator in the Czech Republic operating the largest fixed and mobile network including a 3rd generation network, CDMA (for data), and UMTS, enabling voice, data and video transmission. Telefónica O2 Czech Republic is also a provider of ICT services.

About Telefónica Europe

Telefónica Europe is a business division of Telefónica comprising mobile, fixed, and DSL operations in the UK, Ireland, the Isle of Man, Germany, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia. With the exception of Isle of Man, all the operating businesses use 'O2' as their consumer brand. Telefónica Europe also has 50% ownership of the UK and Irish Tesco Mobile and German Tchibo Mobilfunk joint venture businesses. Telefónica Europe is headquartered in Slough, UK.

Information Source:    Telefónica O2 Group