Everybody knew why Apple went with AT&T
and he knew why as well.

I believe these are his words back in 2008

"Verizon reportedly turned down the chance to carry the original iPhone over distaste for the revenue-sharing agreements that Apple insisted on for its early launch partners"

Verizon CEO: iPhone success a 'conspiracy' | Apple - CNET News

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