Information Madness

Research In Motion(RIM)'s much hyped, so called iPhone-killer, surePress technology equipped BlackBerry Storm was launched in the end of 2008 in USA at a price tag of $199. The Blackberry Storm was also announced to be launched by Vodafone Brings Blackberry at a price tag of Rs. 27,000.

Within few months after the launch, Blackberry storm has slashed its price in US market. Now Amazon is selling a blackberry storm 9530 for only (with Verizon Wireless - 2 year contract). Is it because the phone was not able to live upto its expectations?

There is a $250 conditional discount though..in fine prints.

if you deactivate this device, cancel your line of service, or reduce the value of your service plan within 181 days of the activation of your service, you will be subject to a charge of up to 0, plus tax

Does it mean that Vodafone India will also reduce the price for BlackBerry Storm in India?