T-Mobile USA announces T-Mobile G2

T-Mobile G2

T-Mobile USA today announced the T-Mobile G2 with Google, its first HSPA+ smartphone.

“T-Mobile ignited the spark that set the Android world ablaze two years ago with the launch of the world’s first Android-powered mobile phone, the T-Mobile G1, which remains an important milestone for both T-Mobile and the Android operating system,” said Cole Brodman, chief technology and innovation officer, T-Mobile USA. “Now, with the launch of the T-Mobile G2, we are re-teaming with our partners at Google and HTC to provide T-Mobile customers with another first – the first Android smartphone designed to deliver 4G speeds on our new network.”

T-Mobile G2 specifications:

  • Processor: 800MHz Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM7230
  • Operating system: Google Android 2.2
  • Connectivity: Quad-band GSM / dual-band (1700/2100MHz) HSPA+
  • Other connectivity: GPS, Bluetooth
  • Display: 3.7-inch
  • Input: Slide-out QWERTY keyboard, Swype keyboard
  • Storage: 4GB onboard / microSD cards up to 32GB (8GB card included)
  • Camera: 5MP camera with auto-focus, LED flash and 720p HD video capabilities
  • Connectors: 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Battery: 1300mAh

The T-Mobile G2 will be available later this month for current T-Mobile customers. Stay tuned for pricing information.

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