[kellybrf]

the only difference between the vzw, sprint and alltel touches is the casing. all have the same hardware inside, and save some carrier customizations (like sprint tv) the software is nearly identical as well.

vzw is charging $350 after mir, yes, but those signing up for the unlimited data plan (so most everybody) will get a $100 instant rebate as well bringing it down to $250 after the $50 mir.