Apple has started the iPhone Developer University Program.This FREE program is open to higher education institutions looking to start to develop for the iPhone. The University Program gives it’s users a wealth of development resources, sophisticated tools for testing and debugging, and the ability to share applications within the same development team (up to 200 students) . Institutions can also submit applications for distribution in the App Store.
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Silicon Alley Insider reported yesterday that the waiting list to be accepted into the iPhone developer program is six months long. However, insiders say that the App Store approval process is “surprisingly” efficient, and that the beta period may be drawing to a close. Apple could throw the doors wide open when the beta period ends July 11, meaning no waiting list at all.
» AppStore – Waiting-list for the iPhone Developer Program 6 months !