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MetroPCS Adds Samsung Galaxy Admire 4G to its Collection of Powerful and Affordable 4G LTE Smartphones
New 4G LTE version of popular Galaxy Admire delivers versatility and high performance with incredible value
DALLAS, Dec. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for the holiday season, MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (NYSE: PCS) is welcoming a new member of the Samsung Galaxy portfolio with the introduction of the Galaxy Admire(TM) 4G* from Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile)(1).
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This new smartphone is an enhanced version of MetroPCS' popular Galaxy Admire(TM) and features a faster processor, larger battery, bigger screen, the addition of a front facing camera and of course, the 4G(LTE) connectivity that gives consumers the ability to quickly navigate the Web, stream multimedia and stay connected with friends and family. Beginning today, the Galaxy Admire 4G is available online at http://www.metropcs.com and in MetroPCS stores for $169 plus tax.
With tax and regulatory fee-inclusive 4G(LTE) service plans beginning at $30 per month, for a limited time, MetroPCS is offering consumers an unmatched value without being shackled by a long-term contract. For consumers interested in unlimited talk, text and 4G(LTE) data, MetroPCS delivers with the $55 per month promotional plan, which is perfect for unlimited 4G(LTE) browsing, content streaming and application interaction.
Samsung Galaxy Admire 4G Features at a Glance
-- 3.65" HVGA TFT screen
-- 1 GHz processor for multitasking and quick navigation
-- Android(TM) 2.3 (Gingerbread) operating system with access to Google
Play(TM)
-- Support for MetroPCS 4G(LTE) Mobile Hotspot service (available for an
additional monthly charge)
-- joyn(TM)- capable for an intuitive way to unify mobile-to-mobile
communications and use enriched services like integrated instant
messaging or chat, WiFi and video calling and simplified content
sharing. The official joyn app can be downloaded via Google Play and the
@metro App Store(TM).
-- 3MP rear facing camera and VGA front facing camera allowing for easy
video capture and chatting
For more information, please visit:
Details on rate plans and service features: http://www.metropcs.com/plans
MetroPCS Terms and Conditions of Service: http://www.metropcs.com/metro/tac/termsAndConditions.jsp?terms=Terms%20and%20Conditions%20of%20Service
Press resources: http://www.metropcs.com/presscenter
Follow MetroPCS on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/metropcs
Become a fan of MetroPCS on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/metropcs
View MetroPCS' latest videos: http://www.YouTube.com/metropcs
Samsung, Galaxy and Galaxy Admire are trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Android is a trademark of Google Inc. Other company names, product names and marks mentioned herein are property of their respective owners and may be trademarks or registered trademarks.
*4G used in connection with the Samsung Galaxy Admire 4G product refers to the fact that this device is capable of operating on the MetroPCS 4G(LTE) network.
(1 )Samsung Mobile is the No. 1 mobile phone provider in the United States based upon reported shipment data, according to Strategy Analytics, North America Handset Vendor Marketshare, Q3 2012.
About MetroPCS Communications, Inc.
Dallas-based MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (NYSE: PCS) is a provider of no annual contract, unlimited wireless communications service for a flat rate. MetroPCS is the fifth largest facilities-based wireless carrier in the United States based on number of subscribers served. With Metro USA(SM), MetroPCS customers can use their service in areas throughout the United States covering a population of over 280 million people. As of September 30, 2012, MetroPCS had approximately 9.0 million subscribers. For more information please visit http://www.metropcs.com.
About Samsung Telecommunications America
Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC, (Samsung Mobile) a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., researches, develops and markets wireless handsets, wireless infrastructure and other telecommunications products throughout North America. For more information, please visit http://www.samsung.com.
About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. creates more possibilities for more people, in more countries, than any other technology company. Samsung has become the global leader in consumer electronics and their components by bringing relentless innovation to a product portfolio that includes televisions, smartphones, personal computers, printers, cameras, refrigerators and memory chips. To discover more, please visit http://www.samsung.com.
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CONTACT: Media, Drew Crowell, GolinHarris for MetroPCS, dcrowell@golinharris.com, +1-972-341-2581, or Martha Thomas, MWW for Samsung Mobile, +1-214-414-3335, mthomas@mww.com, or Investor Relations, Jim Mathias, Director, Investor Relations, +1-214-570-4641, investor_relations@metropcs.com
Web Site: http://www.metropcs.com
MetroPCS Adds Samsung Galaxy Admire 4G to its Collection of Powerful and Affordable 4G LTE Smartphones
New 4G LTE version of popular Galaxy Admire delivers versatility and high performance with incredible value
DALLAS, Dec. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for the holiday season, MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (NYSE: PCS) is welcoming a new member of the Samsung Galaxy portfolio with the introduction of the Galaxy Admire(TM) 4G* from Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile)(1).
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121206/DA24862)
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100714/DA34639LOGO-b)
This new smartphone is an enhanced version of MetroPCS' popular Galaxy Admire(TM) and features a faster processor, larger battery, bigger screen, the addition of a front facing camera and of course, the 4G(LTE) connectivity that gives consumers the ability to quickly navigate the Web, stream multimedia and stay connected with friends and family. Beginning today, the Galaxy Admire 4G is available online at http://www.metropcs.com and in MetroPCS stores for $169 plus tax.
With tax and regulatory fee-inclusive 4G(LTE) service plans beginning at $30 per month, for a limited time, MetroPCS is offering consumers an unmatched value without being shackled by a long-term contract. For consumers interested in unlimited talk, text and 4G(LTE) data, MetroPCS delivers with the $55 per month promotional plan, which is perfect for unlimited 4G(LTE) browsing, content streaming and application interaction.
Samsung Galaxy Admire 4G Features at a Glance
-- 3.65" HVGA TFT screen
-- 1 GHz processor for multitasking and quick navigation
-- Android(TM) 2.3 (Gingerbread) operating system with access to Google
Play(TM)
-- Support for MetroPCS 4G(LTE) Mobile Hotspot service (available for an
additional monthly charge)
-- joyn(TM)- capable for an intuitive way to unify mobile-to-mobile
communications and use enriched services like integrated instant
messaging or chat, WiFi and video calling and simplified content
sharing. The official joyn app can be downloaded via Google Play and the
@metro App Store(TM).
-- 3MP rear facing camera and VGA front facing camera allowing for easy
video capture and chatting
For more information, please visit:
Details on rate plans and service features: http://www.metropcs.com/plans
MetroPCS Terms and Conditions of Service: http://www.metropcs.com/metro/tac/termsAndConditions.jsp?terms=Terms%20and%20Conditions%20of%20Service
Press resources: http://www.metropcs.com/presscenter
Follow MetroPCS on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/metropcs
Become a fan of MetroPCS on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/metropcs
View MetroPCS' latest videos: http://www.YouTube.com/metropcs
Samsung, Galaxy and Galaxy Admire are trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Android is a trademark of Google Inc. Other company names, product names and marks mentioned herein are property of their respective owners and may be trademarks or registered trademarks.
*4G used in connection with the Samsung Galaxy Admire 4G product refers to the fact that this device is capable of operating on the MetroPCS 4G(LTE) network.
(1 )Samsung Mobile is the No. 1 mobile phone provider in the United States based upon reported shipment data, according to Strategy Analytics, North America Handset Vendor Marketshare, Q3 2012.
About MetroPCS Communications, Inc.
Dallas-based MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (NYSE: PCS) is a provider of no annual contract, unlimited wireless communications service for a flat rate. MetroPCS is the fifth largest facilities-based wireless carrier in the United States based on number of subscribers served. With Metro USA(SM), MetroPCS customers can use their service in areas throughout the United States covering a population of over 280 million people. As of September 30, 2012, MetroPCS had approximately 9.0 million subscribers. For more information please visit http://www.metropcs.com.
About Samsung Telecommunications America
Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC, (Samsung Mobile) a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., researches, develops and markets wireless handsets, wireless infrastructure and other telecommunications products throughout North America. For more information, please visit http://www.samsung.com.
About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. creates more possibilities for more people, in more countries, than any other technology company. Samsung has become the global leader in consumer electronics and their components by bringing relentless innovation to a product portfolio that includes televisions, smartphones, personal computers, printers, cameras, refrigerators and memory chips. To discover more, please visit http://www.samsung.com.
SOURCE MetroPCS Communications, Inc.
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Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121206/DA24862
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MetroPCS Communications, Inc.
CONTACT: Media, Drew Crowell, GolinHarris for MetroPCS, dcrowell@golinharris.com, +1-972-341-2581, or Martha Thomas, MWW for Samsung Mobile, +1-214-414-3335, mthomas@mww.com, or Investor Relations, Jim Mathias, Director, Investor Relations, +1-214-570-4641, investor_relations@metropcs.com
Web Site: http://www.metropcs.com