It might sound far-fetched, but the pieces are in place for Apple Computer to become a phone company. It could happen later this summer Forbes speculates

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Apple is already developing a hybrid iPod/cell phone with handset maker Motorola.

Companies ranging from the Virgin Group to The Walt Disney Co. are proving that a new network model can allow all kinds of businesses to easily enter the mobile market.

Since Apple already specializes in making cool, user-friendly handheld gadgets, and has sold over 15 million iPod music players to date the leap to wireless seems possible for Apple reports Forbes