FAQ: What T-Mobile's New G1 Phone Will Do For You
When will you be able to buy T-Mobile's G1 phone? How much will it cost? We answer all your questions about the T-Mobile G1 with Google in this FAQ.
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Monday, September 29, 2008; 12:19 AM
After months of hype, the first Android phone is finally here. T-Mobile unveiled its Google-powered G1 phone Tuesday morning, putting an end to all the speculation.
You don't have to dig through all the specs and in-depth announcements, though -- we've broken down all the biggest questions and answers for you right here. Read on and get the information you need.
The T-Mobile G1 will be in T-Mobile stores and "selected retailers" in the U.S. on October 22. Existing T-Mobile customers will soon be able to pre-order the phone online. The G1 will launch in the U.K. in early November and throughout Europe in the first quarter of 2009.
The price of the G1 is actually a little lower than what had previously been rumored. Pricing will start at $179 with a two-year T-Mobile contract.
T-Mobile is offering two data plan options: a $25/month plan, which includes unlimited Internet usage and limited messaging; or a $35/month plan that upgrades to unlimited messaging. You have to sign up for one of T-Mobile's voice plans as well.
T-Mobile says its third-generation 3G network will be live in 22 markets by the time the G1 launches. That will include all major metropolitan areas and encompass 80 percent of the projected consumer base. The G1 phone will be available in areas not covered by 3G, as the phone also supports T-Mobile's EDGEnetwork.
Yes, the T-Mobile G1 will work over Wi-Fi connections.
