The recently released Apple iPhone is described as having a fully capable browser, iPod features, display turning capability and fancy touch navigation making thousands of techies drool - one step closer to an end all device. If only it had GPS…

The challenge for us is that it’s only available with AT&T service within the United States. We use the other GSM provider and have been happy with the service. Plus we want a phone we can use when we travel internationally.

Enter the recent iPhone unlock options. A college bound teenage boy, George Hotz, discovered a two-hour hardware unlock method. Also, several individuals going by the name of iPhoneSIMfree.com team claim they have found a software unlock. The information appears at PQ blog and indicates except for visual voicemail all the iPhone features work following the unlock conversion.

If these work out, it would make it possible to purchase the iPhone for use with GSM service in the United States and abroad. It could be a practical tool for those of us who work remotely.