T-Mobile Network Expansion:T-Mobile today announced the expansion of its 4G mobile broadband network to eight additional metro areas including Detroit, Mich.; Grand Junction, Colo.; Harlingen, Texas; Lafayette and South Bend, Ind.; Montgomery, Ala.; Roanoke-Lynchburg, Va. and Youngstown, Ohio.
With typical download speeds that are on par with or faster than competing 4G technologies, T-Mobile customers with the latest 4G devices in more than 80 metropolitan areas around the country can now enjoy blazing fast Web browsing, uninterrupted video streaming and quicker downloads at no additional cost.
Continuing the aggressive expansion of the company’s 4G network, T-Mobile is on pace to expand its HSPA+ footprint to reach 200 million people by the end of this year – with plans to move to faster speeds (42Mbps) in 2011.
For more information on T-Mobile’s network, please visit http://t-mobile-coverage.t-mobile.com/coverage.
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| Tmobile G2 | iPhone 4 | myTouch HD |
| Manufacturer | HTC | Apple | HTC |
| Carrier | T-mobile | AT&T | T-mobile |
| OS | Android 2.2 | iOS 4.1 | Android 2.2 |
| CPU | 800 MHz MSM 7230 Qualcomm | 1 GHz Apple A4 processor | 1 GHz MSM 8255 Qualcomm |
| RAM | 512 MB | 512 MB | 768 MB |
| ROM | 4 GB | 16 GB/32 GB | 1.2 GB |
| Expandable Memory | up to 32GB | can’t | up to 32GB |
| Display Screen | 3.7 inches WVGA 480 x 800 pixels | 3.5 inches 640 x 960 pixels | 3.8 inches WVGA 480 x 800 pixels |
| Dimensions | 4.6 x 2.3 x 0.57 inches | 4.5 x 2.3 x 0.37 inches | 4.8 x 2.2 x 0.42 inches |
| Weight | 6.3 ounces | 4.8 ounces | 5 ounces |
| Camera | 5 Megapixel with auto focus, geo-tagging and LED flash | 5 Megapixel with auto focus, LED flash and front-facing camera | 5 Megapixel with auto focus, LED flash and front-facing camera |
| Battery | 1300 mAh | 1420 mAh | 1400 mAh |
| Talk Time | up to 400 mins on WCDMA up to 590 mins on GSM | 7 hours on 3G 14 hours on 2G | up to 390 mins |
| Standby Time | up to 430 hours | up to 300 hours | up to 288 hours |
| Keyboard | Slide-out QWERTY + software | Software | Software with SWYPE |
| Video Capture | Yes, 720p | Yes, 720p | Yes, 720p |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| GPS | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI | Yes | No | Yes |
| Price (AmazonWireless) | $529 | $749 | N/A |
Tethering and Wi-Fi Sharing Add-On Feature Launches November 3
Overview
On November 3, T-Mobile will launch a tethering and Wi-Fi sharing add-on feature. This feature will allow customers to use their phone as a modem, enabling them to connect a computer or Wi-Fi capable device to the Web using our 3G or HSPA+ network.
By adding this add-on feature, which will cost $14.99/month, customers will gain access to the Web when they are on the go and wherever T-Mobile has coverage. Although most customers will use their laptop to access our network through their device, they will also be able to connect using any Wi-Fi capable device, like gaming devices, non-T-Mobile tablets like the iPad, and music players. Customers can make the phone-as-modem connection using a USB cable, Bluetooth, or Wi-Fi sharing.
Requirements
* Customers must have a 3G or HSPA+ compatible device to utilize the Tethering/Wi-Fi sharing feature.
* Customers must have an Unlimited Web feature with an MRC of $19.95 or higher.
* Customers must add the $14.99 Tethering/Wi-Fi add-on feature.
* This is a separate add-on feature and in addition to the Unlimited Web feature.
* Available for postpaid and FlexPay customers. Note: FlexPay customers will need to change their Unlimited Web feature in order for the new tethering add-on feature to work.
Right fitting
Tethering/Wi-Fi sharing will be ideal for customers who:
* Need occasional access to the Web using a PC or other device.
* Want a connection to the Web on-the-go, wherever T-Mobile has coverage.
* Don’t see the need or want the expense of a complete mobile broadband experience, like T-Mobile’s webConnect. Note: customers who intend to use their laptops to access the Web frequently, or use a high amount of data, should consider a webConnect plan.
Additional Details
* Customers who purchase a T-Mobile mobile broadband product like the upcoming Galaxy Tab should activate with a webConnect plan to ensure the best experience.
* The set-up process will be determined by the type of device customers own and will be different for every manufacturer.
* The data accumulated while tethering will count towards customers’ 5GB data speed reduction threshold limit.
* Because T-Mobile Terms & Conditions have not permitted tethering in the past, those customers who have configured their device for tethering will receive a message on their handset advising them they will need to add the new add-on feature to continue using their device as a modem.
Action
* Be aware dealers can begin selling the Tetherng/Wi-Fi add-on feature beginning November 3.
* Review the Grab & Go for additional information.
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| Tmobile G2 | myTouch Slide |
| Manufacturer | HTC | HTC |
| Carrier | T-mobile | T-mobile |
| OS | Android 2.2 | Android 2.1 |
| CPU | 800 MHz MSM 7230 Qualcomm | 600 MHz ARM Processor |
| Dimensions | 119 mm x 60.4 mm x 14.16 mm | 114 mm x 59 mm x 15 mm |
| Weight | 180 g | 167 g |
| Display Screen | 480 x 800 3.7 Inches WVGA | 480 x 320 3.4 Inches HVGA |
| Keyboard | Software + Slide-out QWERTY Keyboard | Software + Slide-out QWERTY Keyboard |
| ROM | 4GB | 512 MB |
| RAM | 512MB | 512 MB |
| Memory (Pre-Installed) | 8GB | 8GB |
| Expandable Memory | up to 32GB | up to 32GB |
| Camera | 5 Meapixel with flash and autofocus | 5 Megapixel with single LED flash |
| Video | HD Camcorder at 720P | Yes |
| Network | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 UMTS 900/1700/2100 | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 HSDPA 900/1700/2100 |
| Battery | 1300 mAh | 1300 mAh |
| Talk Time | up to 400 mins on WCDMA up to 590 mins on GSM | up to 400 mins on WCDMA up to 450 mins on GSM |
| Standby Time | up to 430 hours on WCDMA/GSM | up to 660 hours on WCDMA up to 420 hours on GSM |
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS | Yes, with A-GPS |
| USB | microUSB v2.0 | miniUSB 2.0 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 2.1 + A2DP | Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR, A2DP |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11b/g/n | 802.11b/g/n |
| Headset Jack | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Price | $79 (AmazonWireless) | $0.01 (AmazonWireless) |