No s3 for metro...?? Wait

[nuttmeg]

there is a straight talk well 2 of them close by where im at and you can get pretty decent phones including the nexus and a couple of ics devices that runs on att/tmobile network and was told i could get one and take it straight to t-mobile and activate. :smokingsomb: But the downfall is you pay the price for the phone...Not to bad (IMO)

 

[mike28]

there is a straight talk well 2 of them close by where im at and you can get pretty decent phones including the nexus and a couple of ics devices that runs on att/tmobile network and was told i could get one and take it straight to t-mobile and activate. :smokingsomb: But the downfall is you pay the price for the phone...Not to bad (IMO)

I rather do t Mobile prepaid service next year have an L T E N H S P a way better than straight Talk

 

[mrpnut]

I rather do t Mobile prepaid service next year have an L T E N H S P a way better than straight Talk

No need to go to t mobile anymore, next year metro will be share network with them

 

[mike28]

No need to go to t mobile anymore, next year metro will be share network with them

Well what I meant is that instead of straight Talk maybe once tmobile takes over their pre paid plan might look good with lte /Hspa offers the thing about straight Talk is that they are strict with the data usage and I don't want limitations

 

[nuttmeg]

Well what I meant is that instead of straight Talk maybe once tmobile takes over their pre paid plan might look good with lte /Hspa offers the thing about straight Talk is that they are strict with the data usage and I don't want limitations

no was saying you can buy a phone from straight talk cheaper than t-mobile contract phones and take them straight to t-mobile and get it activate, just like if you buy a g nexus. Never sign up with Straight Talk...

 

[blaxican25]

http://www.metropcs.com/metro/aboutus/did you guys check out the metro site


. What was announced October 3, 2012?


We announced that MetroPCS has entered into a definitive agreement to combine our business with T-Mobile USA to create the leading value carrier in the U.S. wireless marketplace.
This combination will deliver a better experience for our customers through a wider selection of affordable products and services, while leveraging the latest 4G mobile technologies, deeper network coverage and a clear-cut technology path to one common 4G LTE network.
Upon completion of the transaction, which we expect to occur in the first half of 2013, MetroPCS and T-Mobile USA will create a new company that will be called T-Mobile, which will continue to operate MetroPCS and T-Mobile as separate customer units.


2. How does this transaction benefit MetroPCS customers?

We believe that this combination will best position MetroPCS for long-term success, supported by the best talent in the industry.
We are confident that, through this combination, we can offer customers a wider selection of affordable products and services, deeper network coverage and a clear-cut technology path to one common 4G LTE network – in even more cities. We expect to improve your mobile experience by:
 Creating a faster, broader, higher capacity 4G network ;  Offering wider handset choice and lower costs by building on our combined portfolio of cutting-edge products and services; and  Enhancing our national footprint, and offering international roaming options
Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile have announced publicly that they intend to grow the MetroPCS brand, both through extension into new geographic areas and through the introduction of a broader product portfolio into our existing network. Importantly, MetroPCS and T-Mobile have the same network strategies and LTE networks in the same spectrum bands, which we believe will accelerate the deployment of advanced services to our customers.


3. Will the MetroPCS name or branding change?

Upon completion of the combination, the new combined company will be called T-Mobile, and will continue to operate MetroPCS and T-Mobile as separate customer units.
Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile have announced publicly that they intend to grow the MetroPCS brand, both through extension into new geographic areas and through the introduction of a broader product portfolio into our existing network.


4. When will the transaction be completed? What can customers expect in the interim?

We expect the transaction to be completed in the first half of 2013, subject to approval by MetroPCS stockholders, regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions. Until the transaction closes, MetroPCS and T-Mobile will be, and continue to operate as, independent companies.
Our commitment to you is unwavering, and we will continue to be the nation’s leading provider of no annual contract, unlimited, flat-rate wireless communications services. Rest assured that we will continue to work hard to exceed your expectations.


5. Will my coverage, reception or service change as a result of this announcement? Will MetroPCS continue to offer prepaid, flat-rate and no contract services?

Your service, reception and coverage will not change as a result of this announcement. Our commitment to you is unwavering, and we will continue to be the nation’s leading provider of no annual contract, unlimited, flat-rate wireless communications services. Rest assured, we will continue to work hard to exceed your expectations.
Keep in mind that, until the transaction is completed, MetroPCS and T-Mobile will be, and continue to operate as, independent companies.
Through this combination, we expect to offer a wider selection of affordable products and services, while leveraging the latest 4G mobile technologies, deeper network coverage and a clear-cut technology path to one common 4G LTE network.


6. Can I still use my current cell phone?

The cell phone you currently use with MetroPCS will continue to function and receive a signal as it always has.


7. Will you be changing the cell phones covered under the MetroPCS network?

As part of this transaction, we expect to offer a wider selection of affordable products and services, while leveraging the latest 4G mobile technologies, deeper network coverage and a clear-cut technology path to one common 4G LTE network, which means more options for our customers.


8. Where can I find additional information?

As we move through this process, we will continue to keep you updated on important developments. We value our relationship with you and appreciate your business. If you have further questions, please feel free to contact or visit any MetroPCS store location.


Additional Information and Where to Find It
This question and answer document relates to a proposed transaction between MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (“MetroPCS&#8221 and Deutsche Telekom AG (“Deutsche Telekom&#8221 that will become the subject of a proxy statement to be filed by MetroPCS with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC&#8221. This question and answer document is not a substitute for the proxy statement or any other document that MetroPCS may file with the SEC or send to its stockholders in connection with the proposed transaction. Investors and security holders are urged to read the proxy statement and all other relevant documents filed with the SEC or sent to stockholders as they become available because they will contain important information about the proposed transaction. All documents, when filed, will be available free of charge at the SEC’s website (www.sec.gov). You may also obtain these documents by contacting MetroPCS’ Investor Relations department at 214-570-4641, or via e-mail at investor_relations@metropcs.com. This communication does not constitute a solicitation of any vote or approval.

Participants in the Solicitation
MetroPCS and its directors and executive officers will be deemed to be participants in any solicitation of proxies in connection with the proposed transaction. Information about MetroPCS’ directors and executive officers is available in MetroPCS’ proxy statement dated April 16, 2012 for its 2012 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. Other information regarding the participants in the proxy solicitation and a description of their direct and indirect interests, by security holdings or otherwise, will be contained in the proxy statement and other relevant materials to be filed with the SEC regarding the proposed transaction when they become available. Investors should read the proxy statement carefully when it becomes available before making any voting or investment decisions.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This question and answer document includes “forward-looking statements” for the purpose of the “safe harbor” provisions within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. Any statements made in this question and answer document that are not statements of historical fact, including statements about our beliefs, opinions, projections, and expectations, are forward-looking statements and should be evaluated as such. These forward-looking statements often include words such as “anticipate,” “expect,” “suggests,” “plan,” “believe,” “intend,” “estimates,” “targets,” “views,” “projects,” “should,” “would,” “could,” “may,” “become,” “forecast,” and other similar expressions.
All forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements, many of which are generally outside the control of MetroPCS, Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile USA, Inc. (“T-Mobile&#8221 and are difficult to predict. Examples of such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the possibility that the proposed transaction is delayed or does not close, including due to the failure to receive the required stockholder approvals or required regulatory approvals, the taking of governmental action (including the passage of legislation) to block the transaction, the failure to satisfy other closing conditions, the possibility that the expected synergies will not be realized, or will not be realized within the expected time period, the significant capital commitments of MetroPCS and T-Mobile, global economic conditions, fluctuations in exchange rates, competitive actions taken by other companies, natural disasters, difficulties in integrating the two companies, disruption from the transaction making it more difficult to maintain business and operational relationships, actions taken or conditions imposed by governmental or other regulatory authorities and the exposure to litigation. Additional factors that could cause results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in the Company’s 2011 Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2012 and other filings with the SEC available at the SEC’s website (www.sec.gov).

The forward-looking statements speak only as to the date made, are based on current assumptions and expectations, and are subject to the factors above, among others, and involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions, many of which are beyond our ability to control or ability to predict. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. MetroPCS, Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile do not undertake a duty to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events after the date of this question and answer document, except as required by law.

 

[blaxican25]

good im glad my plan will stay the same lol.

 

[Fuzzy13]

http://www.metropcs.com/metro/aboutus/did you guys check out the metro site


. What was announced October 3, 2012?


We announced that MetroPCS has entered into a definitive agreement to combine our business with T-Mobile USA to create the leading value carrier in the U.S. wireless marketplace.
This combination will deliver a better experience for our customers through a wider selection of affordable products and services, while leveraging the latest 4G mobile technologies, deeper network coverage and a clear-cut technology path to one common 4G LTE network.
Upon completion of the transaction, which we expect to occur in the first half of 2013, MetroPCS and T-Mobile USA will create a new company that will be called T-Mobile, which will continue to operate MetroPCS and T-Mobile as separate customer units.


2. How does this transaction benefit MetroPCS customers?

We believe that this combination will best position MetroPCS for long-term success, supported by the best talent in the industry.
We are confident that, through this combination, we can offer customers a wider selection of affordable products and services, deeper network coverage and a clear-cut technology path to one common 4G LTE network – in even more cities. We expect to improve your mobile experience by:
 Creating a faster, broader, higher capacity 4G network ;  Offering wider handset choice and lower costs by building on our combined portfolio of cutting-edge products and services; and  Enhancing our national footprint, and offering international roaming options
Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile have announced publicly that they intend to grow the MetroPCS brand, both through extension into new geographic areas and through the introduction of a broader product portfolio into our existing network. Importantly, MetroPCS and T-Mobile have the same network strategies and LTE networks in the same spectrum bands, which we believe will accelerate the deployment of advanced services to our customers.


3. Will the MetroPCS name or branding change?

Upon completion of the combination, the new combined company will be called T-Mobile, and will continue to operate MetroPCS and T-Mobile as separate customer units.
Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile have announced publicly that they intend to grow the MetroPCS brand, both through extension into new geographic areas and through the introduction of a broader product portfolio into our existing network.


4. When will the transaction be completed? What can customers expect in the interim?

We expect the transaction to be completed in the first half of 2013, subject to approval by MetroPCS stockholders, regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions. Until the transaction closes, MetroPCS and T-Mobile will be, and continue to operate as, independent companies.
Our commitment to you is unwavering, and we will continue to be the nation’s leading provider of no annual contract, unlimited, flat-rate wireless communications services. Rest assured that we will continue to work hard to exceed your expectations.


5. Will my coverage, reception or service change as a result of this announcement? Will MetroPCS continue to offer prepaid, flat-rate and no contract services?

Your service, reception and coverage will not change as a result of this announcement. Our commitment to you is unwavering, and we will continue to be the nation’s leading provider of no annual contract, unlimited, flat-rate wireless communications services. Rest assured, we will continue to work hard to exceed your expectations.
Keep in mind that, until the transaction is completed, MetroPCS and T-Mobile will be, and continue to operate as, independent companies.
Through this combination, we expect to offer a wider selection of affordable products and services, while leveraging the latest 4G mobile technologies, deeper network coverage and a clear-cut technology path to one common 4G LTE network.


6. Can I still use my current cell phone?

The cell phone you currently use with MetroPCS will continue to function and receive a signal as it always has.


7. Will you be changing the cell phones covered under the MetroPCS network?

As part of this transaction, we expect to offer a wider selection of affordable products and services, while leveraging the latest 4G mobile technologies, deeper network coverage and a clear-cut technology path to one common 4G LTE network, which means more options for our customers.


8. Where can I find additional information?

As we move through this process, we will continue to keep you updated on important developments. We value our relationship with you and appreciate your business. If you have further questions, please feel free to contact or visit any MetroPCS store location.


Additional Information and Where to Find It
This question and answer document relates to a proposed transaction between MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (“MetroPCS&#8221 and Deutsche Telekom AG (“Deutsche Telekom&#8221 that will become the subject of a proxy statement to be filed by MetroPCS with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC&#8221. This question and answer document is not a substitute for the proxy statement or any other document that MetroPCS may file with the SEC or send to its stockholders in connection with the proposed transaction. Investors and security holders are urged to read the proxy statement and all other relevant documents filed with the SEC or sent to stockholders as they become available because they will contain important information about the proposed transaction. All documents, when filed, will be available free of charge at the SEC’s website (www.sec.gov). You may also obtain these documents by contacting MetroPCS’ Investor Relations department at 214-570-4641, or via e-mail at investor_relations@metropcs.com. This communication does not constitute a solicitation of any vote or approval.

Participants in the Solicitation
MetroPCS and its directors and executive officers will be deemed to be participants in any solicitation of proxies in connection with the proposed transaction. Information about MetroPCS’ directors and executive officers is available in MetroPCS’ proxy statement dated April 16, 2012 for its 2012 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. Other information regarding the participants in the proxy solicitation and a description of their direct and indirect interests, by security holdings or otherwise, will be contained in the proxy statement and other relevant materials to be filed with the SEC regarding the proposed transaction when they become available. Investors should read the proxy statement carefully when it becomes available before making any voting or investment decisions.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This question and answer document includes “forward-looking statements” for the purpose of the “safe harbor” provisions within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. Any statements made in this question and answer document that are not statements of historical fact, including statements about our beliefs, opinions, projections, and expectations, are forward-looking statements and should be evaluated as such. These forward-looking statements often include words such as “anticipate,” “expect,” “suggests,” “plan,” “believe,” “intend,” “estimates,” “targets,” “views,” “projects,” “should,” “would,” “could,” “may,” “become,” “forecast,” and other similar expressions.
All forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements, many of which are generally outside the control of MetroPCS, Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile USA, Inc. (“T-Mobile&#8221 and are difficult to predict. Examples of such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the possibility that the proposed transaction is delayed or does not close, including due to the failure to receive the required stockholder approvals or required regulatory approvals, the taking of governmental action (including the passage of legislation) to block the transaction, the failure to satisfy other closing conditions, the possibility that the expected synergies will not be realized, or will not be realized within the expected time period, the significant capital commitments of MetroPCS and T-Mobile, global economic conditions, fluctuations in exchange rates, competitive actions taken by other companies, natural disasters, difficulties in integrating the two companies, disruption from the transaction making it more difficult to maintain business and operational relationships, actions taken or conditions imposed by governmental or other regulatory authorities and the exposure to litigation. Additional factors that could cause results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in the Company’s 2011 Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2012 and other filings with the SEC available at the SEC’s website (www.sec.gov).

The forward-looking statements speak only as to the date made, are based on current assumptions and expectations, and are subject to the factors above, among others, and involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions, many of which are beyond our ability to control or ability to predict. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. MetroPCS, Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile do not undertake a duty to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events after the date of this question and answer document, except as required by law.

I wanna know about AFTER dammit. Of course nothing will change until they have fully merged. Ugh.


Wasn't directed to you Blax. Just venting out loud.

 

[mrpnut]

Damn blax you posted a hole book lmao hahaha j/k

 

[blaxican25]

lol my bad mrpnut just wish metro would of waited a little longer after the galaxy s3 release the would have stole alot of customers from the big companys.

 

[mrpnut]

lol my bad mrpnut just wish metro would of waited a little longer after the galaxy s3 release the would have stole alot of customers from the big companys.

Its going to be ok shit about time everything is set and ready to roll out we might already have sold the s3 for the lg optimus g

 

[blaxican25]

http://www.phonearena.com/news/LG-Optimus-G-coming-to-Sprint-and-AT-T_id35152Sprint

The AT&T model will have an 8MP camera on back while Sprint's model will feature a 13MP camera.


AT&T version of the LG Optimus G

Both models will have 4G LTE connectivity which now will work with the quad-core 1.5GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro under the hood. 2GB of RAM is on board as is 32GB of native storage which can be expanded to 80GB using the microSD slot on the phone. The 2100mAh battery keeps the power on for hours, lighting the 4.7-inch WXGA True HD IPS Plus Display.

 

[nuttmeg]

T-Mobile customers can also expect to see some benefits from this deal. The two companies say that the merger will deliver better coverage and faster speeds thanks to having a broader service area and more capacity in major metropolitan areas. T-Mobile LTE will also get a boost in major metro areas, such as New York, Los Angeles and Dallas. Wider handset availability is another benefit named by T-Mobile and MetroPCS

Wider selection? Thats a winner...

 

[PlayfulGod]

T-Mobile customers can also expect to see some benefits from this deal. The two companies say that the merger will deliver better coverage and faster speeds thanks to having a broader service area and more capacity in major metropolitan areas. T-Mobile LTE will also get a boost in major metro areas, such as New York, Los Angeles and Dallas. Wider handset availability is another benefit named by T-Mobile and MetroPCS

Wider selection? Thats a winner...

metro might get a wider select of phones, I dont think metro's line up is gonna touch T-mobiles. lol

Oh n when yall get those cdma S3's, dont compare battery life with the GSM model. You might cry!!!

 

[nuttmeg]

metro might get a wider select of phones, I dont think metro's line up is gonna touch T-mobiles. lol

Oh n when yall get those cdma S3's, dont compare battery life with the GSM model. You might cry!!!

yeah the battery life sucks big time, i had got a extended battery and it last a couple days depending on how heavy i use that sucker...lol

 

[blaxican25]

watch these videos ;-)

LG Optimus G official hands-on by LG - YouTube

[GALAXY Note II] First Hands-on Video - YouTube

 

[mk_ultra19]

That LG Optimus G is a nice device! Thanks for the link!







Sent from my Nexus 7

 

[nailzer]

Samsung Note 2 vs. Samsung Galaxy S III.

Samsung Galaxy Note II vs Samsung Galaxy S III - YouTube

 

[rantyr]

Having played with both versions of the note 2, you are much better off getting the international version and unlocking it.

 

[mrpnut]

This wat i found out about the new lg .

According to reports Google and LG will team up and launch their impressive 4.7-inch 1280 x 768 TrueHD IPS display packing smartphone powered by Qualcomm

 

[Curster]

I didn't read evey thread here... and it's probably already been stated that the GS3 is coming out before this months end for sure... told to me by my corporate store... but the cool thing is they are coming out with a 3rd party finance company with the GS3 at the end of October.

I was told that if you have a job and proof of that job through your bank that all you will have to pay is 10% down... take home the phone that same day... and pay off the rest same as cash in 6 months... or some small interest after that.

So I think there will be a lot of people moving over to the GS3 within metro... it already has a large fan base since the 4 major carriers all carry... so it will be easily modded over to Metro.

I'm looking forward to it... anyone want to buy my Esteem... lol.

 

[mrpnut]

I didn't read evey thread here... and it's probably already been stated that the GS3 is coming out before this months end for sure... told to me by my corporate store... but the cool thing is they are coming out with a 3rd party finance company with the GS3 at the end of October.

I was told that if you have a job and proof of that job through your bank that all you will have to pay is 10% down... take home the phone that same day... and pay off the rest same as cash in 6 months... or some small interest after that.

So I think there will be a lot of people moving over to the GS3 within metro... it already has a large fan base since the 4 major carriers all carry... so it will be easily modded over to Metro.

I'm looking forward to it... anyone want to buy my Esteem... lol.

Yup thats pretty cool its called bill float.

 

[blaxican25]

Oct. 05--Sprint Nextel Corp. may bid to counter the announced merger of MetroPCS Communications Inc. and T-Mobile USA, according to published reports.

Another potential obstacle to a counteroffer is the breakup fee, said one of the people familiar with the discussions. MetroPCS would pay $150 million if it backs out of its current deal. The reverse breakup fee for T-Mobile is $250 million.

what yall think would we be better with sprint or t mobile?


Sprint may make a play for MetroPCS [The Kansas City Star] - Businessweek

http://www.businessweek.com/news/20...e-fresh-look-at-metropcs-after-february-talks

 

[PlayfulGod]

Oct. 05--Sprint Nextel Corp. may bid to counter the announced merger of MetroPCS Communications Inc. and T-Mobile USA, according to published reports.

Another potential obstacle to a counteroffer is the breakup fee, said one of the people familiar with the discussions. MetroPCS would pay $150 million if it backs out of its current deal. The reverse breakup fee for T-Mobile is $250 million.

what yall think would we be better with sprint or t mobile?


Sprint may make a play for MetroPCS [The Kansas City Star] - Businessweek

Sprint Stock Surge Lends Some Sway to MetroPCS Counterbid - Businessweek

sprint sux lol

 

[blaxican25]

lol pg you think sprint will get metro?