T-Mobile Makes The Samsung Galaxy S Relay 4G Official, Available 'In The Coming Weeks'

At the beginning of August, we heard about a Samsung device heading for T-Mobile that was then called the Galaxy S Blaze Q. The name later changed to Galaxy S Relay 4G, and now it's official.

T-Mobile just announced this QWERTY-packing handset for its HSPA+ 42 network, and it appears to be a fairly solid mid-range device:

• 4" Super AMOLED display
• 1.5GHz dual-core Snapdragon S3 processor
• 5MP rear shooter, 1.3MP front camera
• slide-out QWERTY
• SAFE (Samsung Approved for Enterprise)
• Android 4.0

Neither pricing nor availability is available at this time, only that it will be available online and at T-Mobile retail locations "in the coming weeks."

BELLEVUE, Wash. Sept. 6, 2012 T-Mobile USA, Inc., the No. 1 mobile operator brand in Samsung Galaxy S sales, and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile), the No. 1 mobile phone provider in the U.S.¹, today announced the upcoming availability of the Samsung Galaxy S Relay 4G a T-Mobile exclusive and the newest smartphone to join T-Mobiles popular Galaxy S portfolio. Powered by Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, the Galaxy S Relay 4G leverages T-Mobiles fast 4G (HSPA+ 42) network, allowing consumers to quickly and efficiently balance business productivity with entertainment and play on one device.

The Galaxy S Relay 4G is also a SAFE (Samsung Approved for Enterprise)-designated device that offers a full portfolio of enterprise-ready features and capabilities. Samsung SAFE offers comprehensive IT Policy support for top-tier mobile device management (MDM) solutions, on-device AES-256 bit encryption, and enhanced support for Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync, as well as integrated support for a range of virtual private network solutions. The Galaxy S Relay 4G also boasts a full 5-row QWERTY keyboard and 1.5-GHz Dual-Core Qualcomm Snapdragon S3 processor that enables business customers to accurately and quickly view and edit documents and share files instantly. The smartphone also features Wi-Fi Calling and support for Smartphone Mobile HotSpot for up to five devices with a qualifying rate plan.

Consumers are increasingly looking for a powerful device that makes it easy to integrate their busy work and personal lives, said Andrew Morrison, vice president of product management, T-Mobile USA. The Galaxy S Relay 4G is the perfect addition to T-Mobiles popular Galaxy smartphone lineup, providing our customers with a reliable and business-centric Android experience and the easy access to entertainment for which Galaxy devices are known.

In addition to its business features, the Galaxy S Relay 4G makes it easy to enjoy entertainment on its 4-inch, Super AMOLED screen. The new smartphone includes a number of compelling features, such as T-Mobile TV in mobile HD² for watching live TV programming, Samsung Media Hub for renting and buying the latest movies and TV shows, and Google Play Music for streaming and purchasing music. The Galaxy S Relay 4G also makes capturing photos and HD videos a breeze with its 5-megapixel rear camera, a 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera and 720p HD camcorder (1280x720) resolution.

Availability

The Samsung Galaxy S Relay 4G is expected to be available nationwide at T-Mobile retail stores, select national retailers and dealers, and online via www.T-Mobile.com in the coming weeks. For more information, visit www.T-Mobile.com.