Samsung Announces Axle Clamshell for U.S. Cellular (Updated)

Samusung has announced the Samsung SCH-R311 Axle clamshell for U.S. Cellular.

The entry-level clamshell features a VGA camera with zoom, external display, Bluetooth, speakerphone and access to easyedge mobile internet services.  The phone is currently available in U.S. Cellular retail stores.

Update: U.S. Cellular has issued pricing and online availability information on the Axle.

The phone will be priced at $99.99 after new 2 year agreement before an additional $50 mail in rebate, with current customers who upgrade paying $89.99 before the same $50 mail-in rebate, bringing the totals to $49.99 and $39.99 respectively.

The phone will be made available online starting on Friday.