Verizon Wireless and Samsung announced the new Samsung SCH-u620, the first mobile phone to support Verizon Wireless' new V CAST Mobile TV service. Available in select markets today, the Samsung SCH-u620 features a vibrant two-inch QVGA 240 x 320 pixel LCD screen, a dedicated V CAST Mobile TV key and a retractable V CAST Mobile TV antenna for optimum viewing.

Key features of the SCH-u620 include:

• 1.3 Megapixel digital camera with flash
• Camcorder with MMS length or full-length capabilities
• V CAST-capable o V CAST Mobile TV – check out the latest streaming television programs on your wireless phone
• microSD memory card slot
• Advanced speech recognition with dictation
• Bluetooth
• Dimensions: 3.76” x 1.86” x .85”
• 3.7 ounces with standard battery
• QVGA display (240 x 320)
• Bilingual user interface: English and Spanish
• Speakerphone
• Personal organizer with calendar, calculator, to-do list, currency converter, alarm clock, world time, and a stop watch
• File viewer for DOC, XLS, PPT, PDF, TXT, HTM, and image files (like JPEG and BMP)

The Samsung SCH-u620 is available in select Verizon Wireless Communications Stores, including those in Circuit City, where the company’s V CAST Mobile TV is available for $149.99 after $50 mail-in rebate and a new two-year customer agreement.