MetroPCS Adds Samsung Galaxy Admire 4G To Its Collection Of Powerful And Affordable 4G LTE Smartphones

DALLAS, Dec. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for the holiday season, MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (NYSE: PCS) is welcoming a new member of the Samsung Galaxy portfolio with the introduction of the Galaxy Admire™ 4G* from Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile) ¹.

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This new smartphone is an enhanced version of MetroPCS' popular Galaxy Admire™ and features a faster processor, larger battery, bigger screen, the addition of a front facing camera and of course, the 4G ^LTE connectivity that gives consumers the ability to quickly navigate the Web, stream multimedia and stay connected with friends and family. Beginning today, the Galaxy Admire 4G is available online at www.metropcs.com and in MetroPCS stores for $169 plus tax.

With tax and regulatory fee-inclusive 4G ^LTE service plans beginning at $30 per month, for a limited time, MetroPCS is offering consumers an unmatched value without being shackled by a long-term contract. For consumers interested in unlimited talk, text and 4G ^LTE data, MetroPCS delivers with the $55 per month promotional plan, which is perfect for unlimited 4G ^LTE browsing, content streaming and application interaction.

Samsung Galaxy Admire 4G Features at a Glance

• 3.65" HVGA TFT screen
• 1 GHz processor for multitasking and quick navigation
• Android™ 2.3 (Gingerbread) operating system with access to Google Play™
• Support for MetroPCS 4GLTE Mobile Hotspot service (available for an additional monthly charge)
• joyn ™- capable for an intuitive way to unify mobile-to-mobile communications and use enriched services like integrated instant messaging or chat, WiFi and video calling and simplified content sharing. The official joyn app can be downloaded via Google Play and the @metro App Store™.
• 3MP rear facing camera and VGA front facing camera allowing for easy video capture and chatting

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Details on rate plans and service features:  www.metropcs.com/plans  MetroPCS Terms and Conditions of Service: http://www.metropcs.com/metro/tac/termsAndConditions.jsp?terms=Terms%20and%20Conditions%20of%20Service  Press resources:  www.metropcs.com/presscenter   Follow MetroPCS on Twitter:  www.twitter.com/metropcs Become a fan of MetroPCS on Facebook: www.facebook.com/metropcs  View MetroPCS' latest videos:  www.YouTube.com/metropcs

Samsung, Galaxy and Galaxy Admire are trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.  Android is a trademark of Google Inc.  Other company names, product names and marks mentioned herein are property of their respective owners and may be trademarks or registered trademarks.

*4G used in connection with the Samsung Galaxy Admire 4G product refers to the fact that this device is capable of operating on the MetroPCS 4G ^LTE network.

¹ Samsung Mobile is the No. 1 mobile phone provider in the United States based upon reported shipment data, according to Strategy Analytics, North America Handset Vendor Marketshare, Q3 2012.

About MetroPCS Communications, Inc.

Dallas-based MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (NYSE: PCS) is a provider of no annual contract, unlimited wireless communications service for a flat rate. MetroPCS is the fifth largest facilities-based wireless carrier in the United States based on number of subscribers served. With Metro USA(SM), MetroPCS customers can use their service in areas throughout the United States covering a population of over 280 million people. As of September 30, 2012, MetroPCS had approximately 9.0 million subscribers. For more information please visit www.metropcs.com.

About Samsung Telecommunications America

Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC, (Samsung Mobile) a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., researches, develops and markets wireless handsets, wireless infrastructure and other telecommunications products throughout North America. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. creates more possibilities for more people, in more countries, than any other technology company. Samsung has become the global leader in consumer electronics and their components by bringing relentless innovation to a product portfolio that includes televisions, smartphones, personal computers, printers, cameras, refrigerators and memory chips. To discover more, please visit www.samsung.com.

SOURCE MetroPCS Communications, Inc.

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