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Kyocera Laylo Entry Level Slider Revealed for MetroPCS

Humberto Saabedra — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 03:41:27 +0000

The first promotional images of the Kyocera Laylo entry-level slider phone destined for MetroPCS have surfaced since being announced at CTIA earlier this year.

The Laylo will feature a 2.4 inch QVGA resolution display, Bluetooth 2.0, tri-band CDMA/AWS support, 1.3 megapixel camera and speakerphone. There is currently no pricing or availability informnation at this time, but the phone is currently available from regional carriers Bluegrass Cellular, Pocket Communications and Revol.

Huawei M750 for MetroPCS Launching This Week (Updated)

Humberto Saabedra — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 20:09:00 +0000

The Huawei M750 touchscreen device has surfaced for MetroPCS, with launch set for today or tomorrow depending on market.

The M750 was previously revealed by the FCC earlier this year and features tri-band CDMA support, Bluetooth and a 1.3 megapixel camera along with microSDHC expansion slot. Pricing is set at $199.99.

Update: MetroPCS has launched the phone online at the aforementioned price.

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MetroPCS Launches Samsung Code

Humberto Saabedra — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:38:50 +0000

Following up on previous articles, MetroPCS has launched the Samsung Code after months of speculation and anticipation.

The device features Windows Mobile 6.1 Standard, QVGA landscape display, EVDO data access, microSDHC expansion slot, speakerphone, 2.0 megapixel camera with video recorder and QWERTY keyboard.

MetroPCS has also customized the Code with the WizPro™ user interface as well as the full Windows Live suite of services. The phone is available now for $299.99 online, with retailers and authorized dealers offering an additional $50 mail-in rebate, bringing the total to $249.99.

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Samsung Code Pricing and Launch Info for MetroPCS Surfaces

Humberto Saabedra — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 02:00:24 +0000

The pricing and launch details for the forthcoming Samsung Code Windows Mobile smart device have surfaced.

According to multiple dealers and subsequent confirmation, the Code is now expected on October 20th at $299.99 before an additional $50 mail-in rebate.

Dealer cost on the devices has also been revealed to be $235.00 per unit, again reflecting the deep subsidy provided by the carrier.

The $249.99 pricing after rebate suggests that MetroPCS is heavily subsidizing the device and expects it to be a big seller, as evidenced by the popularity of flashed smart devices from HTC and Samsung on the carrier.

MetroPCS and Virgin Mobile USA in Court Over MetroFLASH

Humberto Saabedra — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 19:54:04 +0000

MetroPCS and Virgin Mobile are currently in a court battle over the popular MetroFLASH CDMA handset unlocking service offered by the regional carrier.

Virgin initiallly filed legal motions after discovering that the MetroPCS MetroFLASH service was allowing Virgin Mobile customers the ability to take them to MetroPCS locations with MetroFLASH for use on their network. As Virgin Mobile heavily customizes and subsidizes handsets for use on its service, the carrier recovers handset subsidies through its customer base.

For its part, Virgin has demanded MetroPCS cease offering MetroFLASH due to its belief that it prevents the company from recovering subsidies on its handsets. MetroPCS has countered with its own claims disputing Virgin Mobile’s case, with one claim already dismissed by judge Sidney Fitzwater and stating that Virgin may have certain rights regarding its trademarks once the phone is flashed over to MetroPCS service as it involves violations of said trademarks.

First Live Images of Samsung Code for MetroPCS

Humberto Saabedra — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 05:34:29 +0000

The above is the first live image of the as yet unannounced Samsung SCH-i220 Code for MetroPCS, which will be the regional flat-rate carrier’s first Windows Mobile smart device.

The device features Windows Mobile 6.1 Standard, QVGA landscape display, EVDO data access, microSDHC expansion slot, speakerphone, 2.0 megapixel camera with video recorder and QWERTY keyboard.

It is expected to be released sometime next month according to the most recent information available. The device was first outed by the FCC this past June

MetroPCS Launches Samsung Messager II

Humberto Saabedra — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 05:21:14 +0000

After first being outed on Samsung’s official site two months ago, MetroPCS has launched the successor to the hit Messager in the Messager II.

The Messager II features a redesigned bodyshell, Bluetooth with stereo audio support, triband CDMA support for roaming, 2.0 megapixel camera with video recorder along with speakerphone, media player, sliding QWERTY keyboard, QVGA display, microSDHC expansion slot, and EVDO data access.

The phone is now available online for $149.99 and will be available in retail stores this Friday.

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MetroPCS Offering Mister Cartoon Limited Edition Samsung Messager via Auction

Humberto Saabedra — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 16:06:08 +0000

MetroPCS will be offering a Limited Edition version of the popular Samsung Messager with a custom design by renowned tattoo/graphic artist Mister Cartoon.

The phone will be limited to 30,000 copies and will be launched via auction in four days, with the first 10 of the 30,000 total units featuring stickers of authenticity.

Proceeds generated from the auction will fund Los Angeles based community centers, at-risk youth outreach programs and art supplies for schools in the Los Angeles area.

Samsung Reveals New Messaging Phone for Metro PCS

Humberto Saabedra — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 13:44:46 +0000

Samsung has revealed the currently unannounced and forthcoming successor of the venerable Samsung Messager on Metro PCS.

The phone is tagged with the SCH-r560 Vice model name and FCC documents list a variant with a tri-band CDMA radio for use on Cricket and MetroPCS with bespoke branding in the image.

The phone is currently available in Canada and features Bluetooth and a 2 megapixel camera along with speakerphone, media player, sliding QWERTY keyboard, QVGA display, microSDHC expansion slot, and EVDO data access.

No pricing or release details are known at this time.

MetroPCS Announces Unlimited International Calling

Humberto Saabedra — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 19:10:47 +0000

MetroPCS has announced that it has begun offering a new calling plan add-on for customers from different parts of the world that routinely call home and are tired of dealing with international calling cards and separate PINs.

The Unlimited International Calling add-on can be added for an additional $5 per month to the $40, $45 and $50 service plans, and allows for unlimited calling to 100 countries spread over 1,000 different locations in Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, India, the Middle East and the Pacific Islands, along with Mexico, Canada, and South America.