Vodafone UK offers SIM-only option, caters to iPhone users
updated 03:00 pm EST, Fri February 12, 2010Vodafone hopes to draw unlocked iPhones

Vodafone UK ended its week by extending its SIM-only options for service with a unique spin for iPhone users. A new £25 ($39) monthly plan gives those with unlocked phones both 600 minutes as well as 1GB of data, unlimited messaging and free access to BT's Wi-Fi hotspots. The strategy lets iPhone users on "other networks" switch to Vodafone without necessarily taking a step backwards, Vodafone says.

The pitch is an unusual one as it depends on iPhone owners having an unlocked version.