If you want an iPhone and use it outside the US, you could check that forum: Hackint0sh.org

But you will require an iPhone (of course), a Sim Card reader/writer, a Silvercard, an old Sim Card and to download some programs.

If you have tested that procedure, tell us the results for you.

This document describes the security content of iPhone v1.0.1 Update, which can be downloaded and installed via iTunes as described below.
For the protection of our customers, Apple does not disclose, discuss, or confirm security issues until a full investigation has occurred and any necessary patches or releases are available. To learn more about Apple Product […]

It is the first update for the iPhone, announced by Apple today. It is very simple to enable, “You can manually obtain the update via the “Check for Updates” button or menu choice in iTunes.”