Telecom Lead America: MetroPCS Communications has
associated with Huawei to offer Activa 4G smartphone to MetroPCS
customers.
With this new smartphone, MetroPCS Communications is
expanding its 4G LTE portfolio available to MetroPCS customers.
The Activa 4G smartphone is Huawei’s first 4G LTE
offering in the United States. The smartphone has a 3.5-inch HVGA capacitive
touchscreen and is powered by the Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) OS and GCT’s
GDM7240 single-chip 4G LTE solution.
“MetroPCS is committed to bringing 4G LTE handsets
to consumers with a range of price points and features to ensure that 4G LTE is
available to everyone and offers the experience that is right for them. The
addition of Huawei as a new 4G LTE handset provider is a great step for us as
we continue to expand our portfolio of affordable, feature-rich 4G LTE devices
at an exceptional value,” said Tom Keys, president and chief operating officer
of MetroPCS.
In addition, the 4G ready smartphone is equipped with a
5.0 megapixel camera with single LED flash and front-facing VGA camera.
The Huawei Activa 4G is available in stores and online for
$149.
“MetroPCS is committed to providing customers with
advanced, flexible and affordable smartphone options through its no-annual
contract services, and is the ideal partner for Huawei’s entrance into a new
era for smartphones and handsets,” said Michael Chuang, executive vice
president of Huawei Device USA.
ZTE launches ZTE Score M for MetroPCS Communications
Earlier, ZTE announced the availability of the ZTE Score
M, the first ZTE Android smartphone for MetroPCS Communications.
The Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) Score M is convenient for
customers to carry and operate with its 3.5-inch HVGA TFT display and 4.8
ounces weight.
