The Wal-Mart iPhone: Expect it on 12/28, But Not at $99

Looks like we finally have a confirmation, not of Wal-Mart selling the iPhone, that was already known, but of the exact date: 12/28. And it looks like that $99 Wal-Mart iPhone rumor, was just a rumor.

December 28th was the most rumored date, and Engadget has a shot of a pilot launch letter (above, click to enlarge in separate window) confirming that date, and also indicating that the phones Wal-Mart will sell will be priced at $197 (8GB) and $297 (16GB) with no $99 4GB model in sight.

Yet. There are still rumors about a 4GB model showing up later.

Still, for now, the only thing this gets you is availability at the nation's largest retailer, and a few bucks off. Sales will start at 9 AM, and let's hope there are no more trampling incidents.