SMF Notes Apple: A China Telecom deal is imminent

 - Ticonderoga (390.57 +1.70) -Update-
Ticonderoga notes this week, the Chinese Character version of Sohu.com reported that China Telecom (CHA) is expected to offer two versions of the Apple (AAPL) iPhone as early as the end of October. Essentially, Sohu.com indicates that China Telecom has reached a "preliminary agreement" with Apple. Firm says tis article further supports their contention that a deal between China Telecom and Apple will be struck by the end of this year, paving the way for the carrier to participate in the iPhone 5 launch in the fall.