I know how you feel. To be honest, if Apple brought out a dog turd I'd probably buy it, I'm hopelessly besotted with their products.
But I've decided to stick with my iPod Touch (the greatest invention since the wheel ) and my trusty Nokia 6230i, or whatever it's called. I've had fancy phones in the past and they let me down a bagful, all I want is one that is gimmick-free and WORKS!
And apart from anything the Irish charges/tariffs for the iPhone are so outrageous, compared to the rest of the world, I'll be happy not to sign up to such a swindle.