On May 13^th, T-Mobile USA, Inc. launched the latest Sidekick LX™.  The Sidekick LX features 3G for faster data speeds and enhanced mobile access to popular networking sites, as well as improved video capabilities and GPS-enabled Live Search. Manufactured by Sharp Corporation, the hardware features a 3.2” high resolution (854x480 pixels) FWVGA flip screen, 3.2 megapixel camera with auto focus, flash, color & light settings, and spacious QWERTY keyboard.  Also, its brilliant screen and thin design is the very first to be delivered on a Sidekick.    

The Sidekick LX comes equipped with a suite of free applications, which includes MySpace™, Facebook™, Twitter™, and Live Search that will be automatically downloaded to the device. It provides quick and easy access to all your favorite social networking sites.  The GPS-enabled Live Search application lets you map your current location, get directions to a friend’s house, search for movie show times or check on real-time traffic.  The social applications can be found in the “Communities” folder of the main Jump screen, and the Live Search application resides in the “Applications” folder on the main Jump screen of the device.    

New Software and Feature Improvements*

The Sidekick LX includes Powered by Danger software and service upgrades to further enhance your mobile experience. Below is a list of what’s new on the Sidekick LX.

• Performance improvements: Browse the Web or get your email with optimized attachments at 3G speeds.
•  Built-in GPS support with Live Search: Users can now get directions, search for their favorite restaurants or map their current locations anytime, anywhere.
•  Web Browser: Now with high resolution and YouTube video streaming capabilities.
•  Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) enhancements: Users can now send audio postcards - including text and clips they record themselves – to other MMS-enabled phone.
• Media Player: Store your favorite streaming media links or play MP3 sound files and set them as ringtones.
• Camera/Video: Upload your favorite videos to sites like MySpace and YouTube.        
• Simultaneous voice & data – Take phone calls or respond to emails and IM while surfing Web.  (in 3G network coverage only)
• Instant Messaging: Enhanced features and functionalities in some of the IM clients may include animated buddy icons support, photosharing, and invisible mode capabilities.*

*Use of some features may cause customers to incur additional charges.  See T-Mobile.com for rate plan information, charges for features and services, and other details.

As an added bonus, T-Mobile is now offering a Friends & Family discount. For new T-Mobile customers, the new Sidekick LX will be $99 with a 2 year contract.  To order, simply call 1-866-464-8662.  Press option 3 (for new service) to speak to a T-Mobile representative who can check your eligibility status and who can help you place an order.  Make sure you mention the “Sidekick 2009” promo code in order to take advantage of the discount.  If you’re an existing T-Mobile customer, pricing for the device will vary based on how long you have had your contract.  For more information, visit www.T-Mobile.com.

 To learn more about the new Sidekick LX, check out www.sidekick.com