T-Mobile Launches New Lineup of Android-Powered Smartphones and Data Service Plans

                      T-Mobile USA, the U.S. wireless operation of Deutsche Telekom, announced the introduction of new products and service plans designed to help families stay connected without busting their holiday budgets.
According to T-Mobile, the company is planning to offer a variety of new Android smartphones, including the T-Mobile Comet, LG Optimus T with Google and Motorola Defy with Motoblur, each for less than $100.
                      "We're heading into this holiday season with our strongest and most affordable lineup ever of Android-powered smartphones," said Cole Brodman, chief marketing officer, T-Mobile USA. "Combine that with low-cost data service plans and even easier ways to give T- Mobile products as gifts, and we believe families will make the move to smartphones -- enriching how they communicate in the new year."
T-Mobile's suite of Android smartphones appeals to each member of the family, even first-time smartphone users. In addition to providing access to the mobile Web while on the go, Android-powered smartphones provide customers with one-click access to their favorite Google services, such as Google Maps, Gmail, YouTube, and over 100,000 applications in Android Market.
                      T-Mobile customers can purchase any of the following devices during the holiday season:
-The T-Mobile Comet offers a compact form factor, 528 MHz processor, 2.8-inch full touch screen display and a 3.2 megapixel camera. Perfect for customers who are ready to make the transition to their first smartphone, the T-Mobile Comet is also available for prepaid customers at less than $200 (plus taxes and fees), the lowest-priced 3G Android smartphone in the T-Mobile portfolio. The T- Mobile Comet is available in a black finish.
                      -The LG Optimus T is a smartphone with a user customizable home screen, 600 MHz processor, 3.2-inch full touch screen display and a 3.2 megapixel camera with video capture. Featuring Voice Actions for Android pre-loaded on the device, the LG Optimus T allows customers to perform commands through voice entry, such as calling, texting, e- mailing and navigating to a specific destination. The LG Optimus T is available in a burgundy or titanium finish.
                      -Slim and pocket-able, the Motorola Defy is equipped to withstand all that life throws your way. The Defy is scratch- and water- resistant, as well as dust-proof, combined with Motoblur, an 800 MHz processor, a 3.7-inch full touch screen and a 5-megapixel camera with flash and video capture. The Motorola Defy is available in a black and linen finish.
                      -The Motorola Charm with Motoblur features a full QWERTY keyboard for easy messaging, a 2.8-inch touch screen paired with a Backtrack pad for navigation, and Motoblur. Also featuring a 600 MHz processor and a 3 megapixel camera, the Motorola Charm is available in a golden bronze or cabernet finish.
                      The T-Mobile Comet, LG Optimus T and Motorola Defy are available immediately at T-Mobile retail stores, select dealers and online. The T-Mobile Comet will also be available as a prepaid Android smartphone at Best Buy, Radio Shack and Target. T-Mobile expects its new mobile data plans and tethering service plan will be available this holiday season.