did you see the upgrade pricing for existing contracts?

You only pay through the nose if your contract time is under 18 months.

Lance is one of the lucky ones (again).

well, i'm now considering not purchasing the new 3GS. I **want** it very badly, but I am not sure I can justify the cost when i'm this broke

You've had your phone longer than 18 months, though, I thought?

Well, your service, that is, not necessarily your phone.

i've been with AT&T for almost 3 years, but I signed a new contract last summer for my 3G. I don't mind paying more for the upgrade, but

i don't think I can swing the $200 or $300 for the 3GS. We'll see. I'm still thinking about it LOL

Have you gone to their eligibility page? It'll tell you precisely what's required.

it keeps telling me i can't check online, that i will have to call in to find out. i just haven't done it yet.

That's weird.