I do not think that Apple is really itching to go with VZ. They have a great deal with AT&T. Market share is not everything. The profits they make with the AT&T deal are outragious.
I agree. It's much more important to make good products (quality), build solid relationships with customers and business partners (loyalty) and maintain a sound business model (profitable) than it is to be gobble the most market share. I am not an Apple customer, but they appear to be on the right track. Of course, if you can do 'em all...