The Samsung Propel Takes off with AT&T

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The Samsung Propel™ Takes off with AT&T

Slider Phone with Full QWERTY Keyboard, Multiple Messaging Options and Video Share Keeps You Connected

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile)1 announced today the availability of the Samsung Propel™, a fun and trendy messaging phone available in multiple color options.

Exclusive to AT&T, and available in four color options – red/white, apple green/black, blue/black and a red/black version exclusive to RadioShack – the Propel is a messaging master. Vertically sliding open the phone, which features a large 2.2” display screen, reveals a fully integrated QWERTY keyboard, with a dedicated one-touch messaging key, making text messaging, instant messaging and Mobile E-mail quick and simple.

"The Propel is a stylish way to stay connected," said Bill Ogle, Chief Marketing Officer, Samsung Telecommunications America. "With a full QWERTY keyboard, multimedia features and four color options, this handset has something for everyone."

The Propel supports the AT&T Mobile Music suite of services, including full music downloads from Napster Mobile™ and eMusic Mobile, XM Radio Mobile™, and MusicID song recognition service. This stylish handset is also packed with a robust entertainment and multimedia feature set including AT&T Video Share, MobiTV, CV and AT&T Navigator2.

Additional key specifications of the Samsung Propel include a 1.3 megapixel camera with video capture, stereo Bluetooth® technology and a microSD™ memory card slot, supporting up to 8GB. Weighing just 3.79 ounces and measuring 3.85 x 2.33 x .58”, the Propel also includes dual-band 3G connectivity and quad-band GSM technology, which allows users to make calls in more than 200 countries and download data in more than 150.

Pricing & Availability

AT&T has priced the Propel for $79.99 with a two-year service agreement and after mail-in rebate. The Propel will be available through select AT&T retail locations or at Cell Phones and Cell Phone Plans from AT&T, formerly Cingular Wireless beginning October 25. For additional information on the Samsung Propel, please visit Samsung Mobile News Room.

1. Samsung Mobile is proud to provide ENERGY STAR-qualified power adapters with its mobile phones and accessories. ENERGY STAR qualified products use less energy, save money, and help protect the environment. Products that have earned the ENERGY STAR meet strict energy-efficiency guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency and the US Department of Energy.

2. AT&T Navigator is available with a 30-day free trial.

About Samsung Telecommunications America

Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC, a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., researches, develops and markets wireless handsets and telecommunications products throughout North America. For more information, please visit Welcome to Samsung Mobile USA.

About Samsung Electronics

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2007 consolidated sales of US$103.4 billion. Employing approximately 150,000 people in 134 offices in 62 countries, the company consists of five main business units: Digital Media Business, LCD Business, Semiconductor Business, Telecommunication Business and Digital Appliance Business. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, memory chips, mobile phones and TFT-LCDs. For more information, please visit SAMSUNG United States - Main.