The Samsung Galaxy Mega is the borderline tablet phone that outsizes the flagship Galaxy Note 3, but brings in smaller specs as well. Pushing a 6.3-inch screen, 1.7 GHz dual-core processor, 8MP rear camera, 1.9MP front facer, and a 3200 mAh battery. It offers some of the same features as all the other Samsung flagships such as Multi-Window and Air View as well.
Part of the holiday promo is what brings the price down. MetroPCS is offering a $100 instant rebate for the phone, which will actually cost $499 to purchase. New customers also get an additional $50 off for starting service.
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MetroPCS Introduces Samsung Galaxy Mega, Supersizes its Lineup with New 6.3-inch Smartphone
Fifteen new markets begin rollout of “$40, period†brand value starting today
BELLEVUE, Wash. (November 21, 2013) – Consumers deciding between a smartphone and a tablet now have the best of both worlds with the introduction of the Samsung Galaxy Mega™ from MetroPCS, a brand of T-Mobile US, Inc. (NYSE: TMUS). The Galaxy Mega brings the convenience of a smartphone together with the display power of a tablet for as low as $349 plus tax, after instant rebates, making it easily affordable to have a phone and computer in one without paying the price for both. The smartphone will be available on November 25 in MetroPCS stores and online, including in 15 new MetroPCS markets that are launching today, giving even more consumers access to nationwide 4G LTE at a tremendous value.
Riding on T-Mobile’s nationwide 4G LTE network, the new Galaxy Mega can be paired with any of MetroPCS’ affordable unlimited data, talk and text service plans starting at just “$40, period†– taxes and regulatory fees included. Consumers in all 45 MetroPCS markets will be able to take advantage of MetroPCS’ unlimited no annual contract wireless service and great phones like the Galaxy Mega to get even more from their wireless service.
“MetroPCS wants consumers to get the most for their money, and by eliminating the need and cost of two separate devices and delivering a premium 4G LTE mobile experience for as low as $40 a month, we’re providing quality and value in a mega way,†said Tom Keys, COO and executive vice president of MetroPCS. “The Galaxy Mega offers a large screen experience on-the-go with the portability of a smartphone and the larger viewing display of a tablet and we’re delivering it on an advanced nationwide 4G LTE network.â€
To celebrate the holiday season, MetroPCS will offer a $100 instant rebate on the Samsung Galaxy Mega’s $499 price tag at launch, so consumers can walk out with a great phone for just $399 plus tax. New customers purchasing the Galaxy Mega in-store can also take advantage of an additional $50 instant rebate, dropping the price even more to the low cost of $349 plus tax. Both rebate offers are available for a limited time and are a part of MetroPCS’ holiday promotion that starts today.
With a 6.3-inch HD Super Clear LCD screen, the Galaxy Mega packs a number of innovative features Samsung Galaxy users have come to expect into its sleek body, including:
- A 1.7 GHz dual-core processor delivers quick application response and smooth video playback.
- The 8 megapixel rear camera with flash and 1.9 megapixel front camera let users choose the best shooting mode for every photo, including panorama for beautiful landscapes or Drama Shotâ„¢ to capture action.
- 1080p video recording and playback with plenty of screen room let users see all the details.
- WatchONâ„¢ allows users to control their television using the Galaxy Mega as a remote control. Users can share content from the Galaxy Mega to a TV effortlessly, as well as look for something to watch in a new way that lets them browse by genre, search by title or receive recommendations based on their interests.
- Multi Window takes advantage of the large screen to have more than one window open at a time, so users can view two different apps at once. For instance, taking notes while watching a video or looking up an address in Google Maps while reading a text or email.
- Multi Window™ makes multitasking simple by placing videos, applications and other information all across the same screen – a great benefit of a sizeable screen.
- Air Viewâ„¢ lets users preview content like email, photos and video just by hovering a finger over the screen.
- The robust 3200 mAh battery keeps entertainment and the crystal clear screen powered for extended use on a single charge.
Today’s brand expansion into 15 new markets brings MetroPCS’ plans and services available to value-conscious consumers in 45 total markets across the country. All markets also have access to T-Mobile’s advanced nationwide 4G LTE network and legacy markets have seen average 4G LTE data speeds up to 7X faster than previously experienced.
