There are two new handsets coming out on or around April 12th (1) A new camera flip phone from Samsung the u340 Snap which is similar to T-Mobile's t619. It will be $9.99 with a $10 mail-in rebate on a 24-month agreement and $79.99 on a 12-month contract. (2) And The Samsung r510 Wafer which has EV-DO, Celltop and a mini-SD slot. It is like Samsung's Trace on T-Mobile. It will be $69.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate and $179.99 on a 12-month contract. It is thinner than the RAZR and the LG AX8600.
Damn! Hope it's true. That would tip my decision towards AllTel even more. You got links for your info?
Yeah I saw these on cnet when they review the CTIA stuff... or something like that. The u340 is already being carried by Verizon Wireless. The r510 is basically the Trace aka (SLVR Clone) I wonder if this means Alltel wont be getting the Moto SLVR. I saw that Verizon had it listed on their website.. so either they will get the SLVR and Alltel will get the r510 or Verizon will go ahead and get the r510 as well later and have the SLVR to. That would kinda figure seeing as there is nothing about Alltel getting the Moto RAZR Maxx and Verizon is getting that exclusive for 6mons starting April 24. Wonder what else Alltel has on the path for us over the next few mons.. hopefully some good phones. I bet they phase out one of the older Samsung phones as soon as these two come out.
Wirelessly posted (Ironwalt's v3c: MOT-GATW_/00.62 UP.Browser/6.2.3.4.c.1.112 (GUI) MMP/2.0) It looks like the phones are going to be delayed until May 3rd. As soon as i learn more i will post it.
If that is true that would not shock me in the least little bit. If there is one thing Alltel is known for actually getting right and that you can count your stake on its that they can, do, and usually will find a reason to delay releasing a phone. More times out of non they choose to delay them right before the actual release date. Sometimes it is software issues, other times they are doing it as a ploy to get more money or something... either way all I can say is BOOOOOO! why dont you break out of the mold this time and actually release these things when your stores were first told and have been telling ppl they would be released... pretty soon no one is going to believe a word AT says when they tell ppl they are releasing a new phone.
Alltel Corp. has added a news release to its Investor Relations website. Title: Alltel Wireless Introduces One of the Thinnest Phones in the U.S. - The Wafer(TM) Date: 5/3/2007 8:23:00 AM New Ultra-Thin Phone from Samsung Exclusively Available at Alltel LITTLE ROCK, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 3, 2007--Alltel Wireless, America's largest network, today announced The Wafer(TM), one of the thinnest, sleekest phones available on the U.S. market today, is now available exclusively at shopalltel.com and Alltel Wireless retail locations. The Wafer (SCH-r510) by Samsung, offers customers the cool features they have come to expect out of their wireless phones in a quarter-inch form that can slip easily into a pocket, purse or the palm of your hand. The Wafer, weighing only 2.7 oz., features XM Radio Mobile, Axcess TV and Axcess Mobile Guide. The Wafer is preloaded with Axcess Search, which allows customers to search for ringtones, wallpaper or other information on their phones by simply holding down the pound key. Other features include a 1.3 megapixel camera with video capabilities, an MP3 player, an expandable memory slot, Stereo Bluetooth Headset capability and Alltel's award-winning Celltop technology. "Alltel is committed to accommodating our customers and their always-on-the-go lifestyles," said Wade McGill, senior vice president of product management for Alltel Wireless. "The Wafer delivers an amazing array of fashion, functions and features in a groundbreaking ultra-thin form." "The Wafer represents the new era of form and function for phones in the United States," said Peter Skarzynski, senior vice president of Samsung Telecommunications America. "The handset demonstrates that a phone as thin as a few credit cards can deliver all of the features that consumers have come to expect of today's high-end phones." The phone is equipped with Alltel's exclusive Celltop technology, which is free-of-charge and features 11 pre-installed and downloadable "cells." Each cell is a category-specific half screen comprised of graphics and text that provides shortcuts for wireless users to navigate through information and applications including: call log, weather, news, baseball, basketball, football, rodeo, stocks, text messaging inbox and ringtones. Celltop recently was named "Best in Show" at the Second Annual Emerging Technology (E-Tech) Awards at CTIA Wireless 2007, the world's largest event for the wireless industry. The Wafer is now available at Alltel Wireless retail stores and at shopalltel.com for $49.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate. This discounted price is available when new customers sign-up for a two-year service agreement as well as existing eligible customers on qualifying rate plans. Customers who purchase The Wafer and are on a qualifying calling plan are able to join "My Circle," Alltel's exclusive feature that allows customers to choose who they call for free - any 10 numbers, any network. Alltel Wireless also offers Anytime Plan Changes, giving customers the flexibility to change their rate plan any time, without extending their contract. Alltel (NYSE: AT) is owner and operator of the nation's largest wireless network and has 12 million customers. For more information about Alltel, please visit www.alltel.com. 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 www.samsungwireless.com. About Samsung Electronics Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2006 parent company sales of US$63.4 billion and net income of US$8.5 billion. Employing approximately 138,000 people in 124 offices in 56 countries, the company consists of five main business units: Digital Media Business, LCD Business, Semiconductor Business, Telecommunication Network 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 www.samsung.com. CONTACT: Alltel Wireless Dale Ingram, 501-905-6078 Vice President - Public Relations dale.ingram@alltel.com or Scott Morris, 501-905-4094 Manager - Corporate Communications scott.l.morris@alltel.com or MWW Group for Samsung Kimberly Walton, 972-301-5402 kwalton@mww.com SOURCE: Alltel Wireless
