It would features a 1Ghz Snapdragon processor, 512MB of RAM and 8GB of on-board storage, 4.3 inches with a 720p enabled, 5 megapixel camera on the back, a front facing 1.3 megapixel camera for video chat. The Esteem is priced at $349 with a $100 mail-in-rebate.

[via AndroidCommunity]

The Admire features a 3.5″ display, 3.2 MP camera, and an 800 Mhz CPU. It runs on Android 2.3 Gingerbread. The release date and pricing is yet to be announced. But we expect to see the device hitting the shelves for $149.

[via AndroidCommunity]

The Glory features a 4-inch 854×480 pixel resolution display, a 8-Megapixels camera on the back, and 2 GB of memory inside along with a microSD card slot. It has 1900 mAh battery. As for the thickness, Huawei Glory is 9.7mm thick. The device is pre-paid smartphone in US. It hits Cricket on November this year.

[via SlashGear]

[via SlashGear]

Press Release

METROPCS AND SAMSUNG MOBILE UNVEIL THE SAMSUNG GALAXY INDULGE, THE WORLD’S FIRST COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE 4G LTE ANDROID SMARTPHONE

Consumers can have it all – apps, entertainment and organization tools with lightning fast speeds – at about half the price of other 4G smartphone service plans

DALLAS– February 9, 2011 – MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (NYSE: PCS), the nation’s leading provider of unlimited, no annual contract, flat-rate wireless service, and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile), the number one mobile phone provider in the U.S. 1, today introduced the world’s first commercially available 4GLTE enabled Android™ smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy Indulge™.

At about half the cost of other 4G smartphone service plans today, consumers can truly have it all with MetroPCS’ $50 and $60 4GLTE smartphone service plans, which include all applicable taxes and regulatory fees. MetroPCS is delivering this unmatched value with unlimited talk, text and 4G LTE Web page browsing, along with data access to streaming audio, video and gaming content, downloads and Android applications.

“Our commitment to offering premium, feature-rich smartphones was once again fulfilled today with the introduction of the Samsung Galaxy Indulge, which will allow consumers to experience the vast benefits of both MetroPCS’ 4GLTE services and the Android operating system,” said Roger D. Linquist, president, CEO and chairman of MetroPCS. “Mobile consumers no longer have to choose between low cost service and high-end Android handsets. Instead, they can truly have it all by being able to select from a full spectrum of feature and smartphones paired with 4GLTE services at an unmatched value.”

Powered by Android 2.2 (Froyo), the Galaxy Indulge is the perfect smartphone for those who want to manage every aspect of their lives from a mobile device. MetroPCS’ 4GLTE service delivers lightning fast Web page browsing and also allows customers to watch and listen to exclusive entertainment and multimedia content from their favorite shows through the MetroSTUDIO application. Quick access to the Android Market™ provides more than 100,000 applications to consumers’ fingertips and Android’s intuitive user interface with Samsung TouchWiz enhancements makes customizing the device’s home screens simple and easy. The Galaxy Indulge’s combination touch screen/QWERTY keyboard means consumers can send messages via e-mail, SMS or social media channels through whichever input method they choose.

“The Galaxy Indulge integrates two of Samsung’s core product investments; the Android platform and bringing powerful and intuitive 4G-enabled devices to the U.S. market,” said Omar Khan, chief strategy officer for Samsung Mobile. “The Galaxy Indulge is loaded with the speed of the Android OS, true mobile broadband connectivity and a 1GHz processor with rich multimedia features for premium movie and TV content.”

The Galaxy Indulge provides complete access to Google Mobile services, including Google Search™, Google Maps™, Gmail™ and YouTube™. This sleek smartphone features a 3 megapixel camera and camcorder with auto-focus, music player, Stereo Bluetooth® capabilities and expandable memory storage up to 32GB. Additionally, the Galaxy Indulge includes a 4GB microSD™ card, preloaded with the action film “IRONMAN 2,” produced by Paramount Pictures2.

The Samsung Galaxy Indulge is the second LTE-enabled mobile phone offered by MetroPCS, following the Samsung Craft TM which was introduced in late 2010. The Galaxy Indulge will be available in MetroPCS stores and online later this week with a suggested retail price of $399 plus tax.

Visit www.metropcs.com for store location information or to purchase the Samsung Galaxy Indulge online and sign up for service plans. To find out more information on the Samsung Galaxy Indulge, please visit www.samsungwireless.com or www.samsungusanews.com.

Featuring a 5 megapixel camera, Android 2.2.1 OS and a 1GHz processor as the rumor said. Samsung added their custom TouchWiz UI on the Forte. MetroPCS yet to announce the release date and pricing for the smartphone.

[via Engadget]

MetroPCS is currently offering the 4G LTE service in Boston, Dallas-Fort Worth, Detroit, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, New York City, Philadelphia, Sacramento and San Francisco. It expects to expand the network to Atlanta, Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando and Tampa this year.

Press Release

MetroPCS’ New 4G LTE Plans Offer Unprecedented Value and Choice with Prices Starting at Just $40

$40, $50 and $60 plans include unlimited talk, text and Web browsing on 4G LTE handsets; Allow consumers to select data access levels to meet their lifestyle

DALLAS – (January 3, 2011) – MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (NYSE: PCS) today announced its new 4G LTE no annual contract service plans that deliver unmatched value to consumers who demand more service flexibility with their entertainment and Web experience.

Starting at just $40 per month, all three 4G LTE rate plans offer affordability, flexibility and predictability with unlimited nationwide talk, text and Web browsing, with all applicable taxes and regulatory fees included. With the $50 and $60 service plans, consumers have more data access service choices to better fit their actual usage of certain streaming audio and video content, real-time Internet gaming, music and video downloads and other media applications. MetroPCS’ other current service plans remain unchanged and continue to offer unlimited talk, text and Web browsing services.

Each of the three 4G LTE service plans offers unique options and features:
· The $40 service plan offers unlimited talk, text, 4G Web browsing with unlimited YouTube access.
· The $50 service plan includes the same unlimited talk, text, 4G Web services and unlimited YouTube access as the $40 plan. Additional features include international and premium text messaging, turn-by-turn navigation with MetroNAVIGATOR™, ScreenIT, mobile instant messaging, corporate e-mail and 1 GB of additional data access, with premium features available through MetroSTUDIO™ when connected via Wi-Fi, including audio capabilities to listen and download music and access to preview and trial video content.
· The $60 service plan provides the same premium features as the $50 plan, plus unlimited data access and MetroSTUDIO premium content such as 18 video-on-demand channels and audio downloads.

“Our customers told us they wanted more video, more sharing of their content and more Web browsing capabilities – they want to have it all with the value and no annual contract that only MetroPCS can deliver,” said Roger D. Linquist, president, CEO and chairman of MetroPCS. “Our 4G LTE network can deliver unlimited voice and mobile broadband data services and, with these new service plans, consumers are in the driver’s seat on how much additional data access and real-time entertainment content they want to pay for on a monthly basis.”

The new 4G LTE rate plans are available in the nine metropolitan areas where MetroPCS currently offers 4G LTE services, including Boston, Dallas-Fort Worth, Detroit, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, New York City, Philadelphia, Sacramento and San Francisco. MetroPCS plans to expand its 4G LTE services into more metropolitan areas in 2011, including Atlanta, Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando and Tampa, and will continue the build-out of its existing 4G LTE metropolitan areas through the year.

[via SlashGear]

The device features 3.2-inch HVGA display, 600MHz processor, 3.2 megapixel camera, and Android 2.2. MetroPCS launching the device on November 24th. Pricing at $229 contract-free with a $50 per month plan that includes unlimited talk, text, and data.

Press Released:

MetroPCS Launches Its First No Contract Android Smartphone with the LG Optimus M™

More than 100,000 apps at your fingertips with nationwide unlimited talk, text and web for just $50 per month

DALLAS – (November 22, 2010) – Just in time for holiday shopping, MetroPCS Communications Inc. (NYSE: PCS) and LG Mobile Phones announced today the launch of LG Optimus M™, the first Android smartphone from MetroPCS. Available in MetroPCS stores and online starting November 24, LG Optimus M; is a sleek Android device with a vibrant 3.2 inch touchscreen that allows consumers to do more with quick access to today’s expanding number of applications.

With the LG Optimus M, MetroPCS introduces consumers to the growing Android Market™ by helping them stay connected and entertained while on-the-go. With multi-app screens and the Android 2.2 operating system (“Froyo”), LG Optimus M provides instant access to more than 100,000 of the latest applications to fit anyone’s lifestyle. For just $50 per month no annual contract plan, consumers also can take advantage of Metro USA? nationwide unlimited talk, text and web services.

“This holiday season, we’re giving customers what they’ve wished for — an affordable Android smartphone with a full spectrum of applications and unlimited services to do more like never before,” said Roger Linquist, chairman, president and CEO of MetroPCS. “LG Optimus M opens a path to the growing Android market and takes us one step closer to providing a full-service, postpaid experience while maintaining the affordability, flexibility and predictability of our Wireless for All? services.”

“LG and MetroPCS have come together to offer consumers the first no annual contract Android smartphone at an exceptional value,” said Tim O’Brien, vice president of consumer and trade marketing for LG Mobile Phones. “LG Optimus M is an easy-to-use handset with the capabilities of the latest Android technology and features to enhance the consumers’ experience.”

LG Optimus M will be available from MetroPCS for $229 with a $50 monthly service plan. Key features include:

Games, ringtones and wallpapers, easily accessible through the @metro App Store™
100,000+ applications in the Android Market™ to do, enjoy and share nearly 60 percent of Android Market apps are free
The latest Android 2.2 operating system to access Google mobile
Text, e-mail, IM, blogs and streaming video to express yourself whenever, wherever
A first-class device with superior, high-end champagne finish
Brilliant 3.2” tempered touchscreen with virtual QWERTY keyboard, Swype embedded
3.2 MP camera for sharing pics on social media networks
Easy Wi-Fi® connectivity – for incredibly simple and swift connections to Wi-Fi networks
Multi-app screens to organize your content and access your stuff quickly and easily

To learn more about Metro USA nationwide service and Wireless For All plans and devices, please visit www.metropcs.com.

[via Android Community]

The launch of commercial LTE service in the DFW metroplex follows Las Vegas as cities where MetroPCS is offering 4G LTE service, with additional major metropolitan areas to follow later this year and in early 2011.

The device will cost around $300 and as we can see on the pictures, the device has a QWERTY keyboard and a camera flash. Also, it will features a toucscreen display, 3MP camera, and Bluetooth. There are no further information but we will keep eyes on it.

[via samsunghub]

We’re saying supposedly because this is just a rumor right now. Of course, as many sites will say, they’re sources are generally pretty reliable (or they wouldn’t be sources for long), and so AndroidGuys is taking this one pretty seriously. According to the source, MetroPCS is getting their own Android-based device. No word on a release date, but the source does have a few pieces of information about its specifications.

It’ll be running Android 2.1, and the newer version of Motoblur. It will also feature a full QWERTY keyboard that slides out, along with a 3MP camera. Under the hood, you’ll find a 600MHz processor. Basically, it sounds like it’s an amalgamation of many Motorola devices out there, and that’s the only reason we’re taking this rumor seriously at all. If Motorola was going to launch a device on a carrier like MetroPCS, something unlike all the other devices out there, but not necessarily the highest of the high-end, would make the most sense. As soon as we know more, we’ll pass it along.

[via AndroidGuys]