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MetroPCS Intros 4G LG Phone

January 31, 2013 |
DALLAS -- MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (NYSE: PCS) is going big in 2013 with the launch of the Spirit™ 4G, a 4.5-inch touchscreen Android™ smartphone from LG Electronics. The Spirit 4G packs top-of-the-line features in its sleek and stylish frame with a crystal-clear screen and 4G LTE connectivity for $199 plus tax after mail-in rebate – all with no annual contract.

The LG Spirit 4G builds on MetroPCS’ success with other LG 4G LTE models – the Esteem, Connect 4G and Motion 4G – by taking features and ease of use to the next level:

  • Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
  • 4.5-inch touchscreen with Corning Gorilla Glass® beautifully displays pictures, video and other content
  • 1.2GHz dual-core processor and powerful 2150mAh battery provides easy multitasking throughout the day
  • 5MP rear camera with helpful features like LED flash, Cheese Shutter, & Time Catch Shot to capture the right pictures at the right moments
  • 1080p True-to-Life HD video recording for life’s moving moments
  • 1.3MP front camera for video chat
  • QuickMemoâ„¢ for convenient on-screen notation to express and share ideas
  • joynâ„¢ by MetroPCS capability delivers a unified and intuitive way to share content with enriched services like integrated instant messaging or chat, WiFi and video calling. The official joyn app can be downloaded via Google Play and the @metro App Storeâ„¢.
  • MetroPCS’ 4G LTE Mobile Hotspot service support (for an additional monthly charge)


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