Samsung announced Monday the addition of the Samsung Contour to MetroPCS’ lineup of affordable feature phones. While the Contour is short on bells and whistles, it will certainly be a great option for customers who make value a priority. MetroPCS offers contract-free unlimited plans for as low at $40 per month including taxes. Samsung’s Contour compliments the carrier’s affordable monthly plans nicely, featuring a clamshell form factor, a VGA camera, a basic Web browser and 3G connectivity. The Samsung Contour is available immediately online and in MetroPCS stores for $49. Hit the jump for the full press release.
Samsung Contour™ (SCH-r250) Available at MetroPCS Colorful, slim clamshell design with access to mobile E-mail and Bluetooth® capabilities
The Samsung Contour™ (SCH-r250) features a colorful, slim, clamshell design that comes in bright red and is equipped with an integrated VGA camera, convenient internet access through MetroWEB® and offers messaging options such as text messaging (SMS) and multiple messaging (MMS). The Contour comes equipped with Bluetooth® Wireless technology, making it ideal for hands-free calling and staying connected while on the go. Contour users can stay organized with the Iron Carousel feature, which offers access to one-touch messaging, one-touch calendar and one-touch speakerphone technology. Users can personalize their Contour with a variety of applications including access to unlimited e-mail, downloadable ringtones, wallpapers, games and other applications.
KEY FEATURES
•VGA Camera •Colorful, Slim Clamshell Design •Easy-to-Use Interface •Icon Carousel, Featuring – One Touch Messaging, One Touch Calendar and One Touch Speakerphone •Bluetooth® Wireless Technology •Metro Applications, Including – MetroWEB® Internet Access, Metro 411 Directory Assistance, MetroBACKUP, mail@metro® Unlimited E-mail and MyMetro Account Manager •Text Messaging (SMS), Multimedia Messaging (MMS) •Speakerphone •Voice Commands
SPECIFICATIONS
•CDMA 800MhMHz/PCS 1900 MHz, AWS Band 1700/2100 MHz •Dimensions: 1.7”L x .54”W x 4.2”H •Weight: 3.04 ounces •Main Display Type(s) & Resolution: 2.0” QQVGA TFT Sub Display :1.07” CSTN •Talk Time: Up to 3.3 hours* and Standby: 200 hours* •Memory (FLASH/RAM): 1G + 512
