Drew Crowell
GolinHarris for
MetroPCS
Tel :
972-341-2581
Email : dcrowell@golinharris.com
Mitch Peterson
ZTE USA
Tel: 913-706-9529
Email: mitchell.peterson@zteusa.com
MetroPCS Adds ZTE Anthem™ 4G to its Expanding 4GLTE
Smartphone Portfolio
Anthem 4G is first ZTE 4G LTE AndroidTM smartphone
in the U.S.
September 20, Richardson, TX – MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (NYSE: PCS) and ZTE Corporation (H share
stock code: 0763.HK / A share stock code: 000063.SZ) (“ZTE”), a publicly-listed
global provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions, today
announced the availability of the ZTE Anthem™ 4G, the first 4G LTE Android™
smartphone from ZTE available in the United States. The Anthem 4G will be
available at MetroPCS stores and online in the coming weeks.
The ZTE Anthem 4G features 4G LTE connectivity, a dual-core 1.2 GHz Snapdragon™
processor and a 4.3” WVGA capacitive touchscreen, making it an ideal choice for
the style-conscious consumer who also demands speed, performance and ease of
use. Available with any of MetroPCS’ tax and regulatory fee-inclusive 4G LTE
service plans ranging from $40 - $70 per month and including the new $55
unlimited 4G LTE promotional plan, the ZTE Anthem 4G makes it possible for
value-conscious customers to experience the power of MetroPCS’ 4G LTE
network.
“As our first U.S. 4G LTE smartphone, we’re proud to launch the Anthem 4G
with our long-time partner MetroPCS because we share their goal of providing
consumers with outstanding value and a strong 4G LTE experience,” said Lixin
Cheng, CEO, ZTE USA, and president, North America Region, ZTE.
The ZTE Anthem 4G offers an exceptional user experience for customers who
want to do more with their smartphones, such as share multimedia content in the
moment. The Anthem 4G features HD video output via a HDMI connector, which
makes on-the-go HD video playback a reality. Consumers can connect the Anthem
4G to a television or computer monitor via the HDMI port to share their
favorite HD videos and films on the big screen with family, friends and
colleagues, and with Dolby® Surround Audio, the multimedia playback
experience becomes more realistic and immersive.
The Anthem 4G also features dual microphones with noise cancellation,
delivering impressive sound quality by extracting surrounding noise from the
primary microphone. The smartphone runs on Android™ 2.3 (Gingerbread).
The Anthem 4G will be available in the coming weeks for $219 plus tax after mail-in-rebate for
a limited time at local MetroPCS stores or online at www.metropcs.com. The ZTE Anthem 4G
supports MetroPCS’ 4G LTE Mobile Hotspot service for an additional monthly
charge.
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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 June 30, 2012, MetroPCS had approximately 9.3 million subscribers. For
more information please visit www.MetroPCS.com.
About ZTE USA
ZTE USA is a subsidiary of ZTE
Corporation (H share stock code: 0763.HK / A share stock code: 000063.SZ), a
leading global provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions.
ZTE USA is dedicated to making quality communications technology accessible to
all. The company draws on more than 25 years of experience and research
investment to deliver smart, affordable, quality choices for infrastructure and
mobile data device customers nationwide. For more information, visit www.zteusa.com and follow @ZTE_USA.
About ZTE
ZTE is a publicly-listed global
provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions with the most
comprehensive product range covering virtually every sector of the wireline,
wireless, service and terminals markets. The company delivers innovative,
custom-made products and services to over 500 operators in more than 140
countries, helping them to meet the changing needs of their customers while
achieving continued revenue growth. ZTE’s 2010 revenue led the industry with a
21% increase to USD10.609 billion. ZTE commits 10 percent of its revenue to research and
development and takes a leading role in a wide range of international bodies
developing emerging telecoms standards. A company with sound corporate social
responsibility (CSR) initiatives, ZTE is a member of the UN Global Compact. ZTE
is China’s
only listed telecom manufacturer, publicly traded on both the Hong Kong and
Shenzhen Stock Exchanges (H share stock code: 0763.HK / A share stock code:
000063.SZ). For more information, please visit www.zte.com.cn.