LG Optimus M Brings Android to MetroPCS

Today, wireless carrier MetroPCS has announced the release of its first Android-based mobile phone, the LG Optimus M. The new handset should become available for purchase at the wireless carrier on November 24, both via MetroPCS stores, as well as via the wireless carrier's website.

The new LG Optimus M comes to the market with a vibrant 3.2-inch touchscreen display that offers users the possibility to do more via a wide range of applications available for download on this handset.

Moreover, the wireless carrier announced that the new LG Optimus M sports the new Android 2.2 Froyo operating system, and boasts fast access to the Android Market, from where users can download any of the over 100,000 applications available for download there.

The handset will prove a great option for MetroPCS users when coupled with the $50 per month no annual contract plan at the wireless carrier, which offers nationwide unlimited talk, text and web services.

“This holiday season, we're giving customers what they've wished for - an affordable Android smartphone with a full spectrum of applications and unlimited services to do more like never before,” said Roger Linquist, chairman, president and CEO of MetroPCS.

“LG Optimus M opens a path to the growing Android market and takes us one step closer to providing a full-service, postpaid experience while maintaining the affordability, flexibility and predictability of our Wireless for All services.”

At MetroPCS, the new LG Optimus M was made available for purchase with a price tag of $229 attached to it, on the aforementioned price tag.

Some of the main features that it offer customers include:

- Games, ringtones and wallpapers, easily accessible through the @metro App Store
- 100,000+ applications in the Android Market to do, enjoy and share, and nearly 60 percent of Android Market apps are free
- The latest Android 2.2 operating system to access Google mobile
- Text, e-mail, IM, blogs and streaming video to express yourself whenever, wherever
- A first-class device with superior, high-end champagne finish
- Brilliant 3.2" tempered touchscreen with virtual QWERTY keyboard, Swype embedded
- Easy Wi-Fi connectivity - for incredibly simple and swift connections to Wi-Fi networks
- Multi-app screens to organize your content and access your stuff quickly and easily

The mobile phone also comes with a 3.2-megapixels photo snapper on the back, complemented by the possibility to share photos fast via social media networks.

“LG and MetroPCS have come together to offer consumers the first no annual contract Android smartphone at an exceptional value,” said Tim O'Brien, vice president of consumer and trade marketing for LG Mobile Phones. “LG Optimus M is an easy-to-use handset with the capabilities of the latest Android technology and features to enhance the consumers' experience.”