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AT&T has the Samsung Galaxy View LTE in its sights, releases November 20th
Earlier this Fall, Samsung teased what would become the biggest Android tablet it would ever produce, the Galaxy View. At an impressive 18.4 inches, it is also one of the largest Android devices period. While the Wi-Fi model launched a few weeks ago, those waiting for an LTE variant are in luck, as AT&T has now formally announced its pricing plan and release details:
Starting on November 20th, the Galaxy View LTE will be available from Ma-Bell, and for a limited time it can be had for a special price: $99.99. To qualify for the deal, customers must sign up for new DIRECTV service (2 year agreement required) along with the standard 2-year wireless argeement. Those customers already using DIRECTV are eligible to receive the discounted price if the activate a new line (2-year agreement required) with a smartphone on AT&T Next.
Those who opt to forgo the DIRECTV offer can purchase the device for $0 down (well-qualified customers only) and pay $30 per month over a 20 month period with an AT&T Tablet Installment Plan. Alternatively, the device can also be purchased outright for $499.99 with a two-year agreement. Those customers who add the Galaxy View to a new or existing Mobile Share Value Plan need just pay an additional $10 per month for access.
AT&T has highlighted the key features of the Galaxy View, including:
- Display: Streaming video is brought to life on the Galaxy View’s 18.4 inch, Full HD 1080p screen.
- Storage: AT&T’s Galaxy View comes with 64GB of storage, with expandable memory up to 128GB, so you can download your favorite videos, music and more.
- Portability: Use the Galaxy View’s built-in kickstand in TV-mode to watch the game while you grill, or stand upright into Lap-mode to read comfortably. Turn up your music’s volume while its powerful speakers provide serious sound.
- Long-lasting Battery: With up to 8 hours of continuous play or watch time, you can binge-watch, game and browse for hours without having to pause the action.
AT&T’s Senior Vice President of Device Marketing and Developer Services at AT&T Mobility, Jeff Bradley, explained that “the Samsung Galaxy View is the best parts of a TV and tablet, designed with entertainment as its primary focus…We know our customers are watching video in ways they never used to, and with this tablet you can shift where and when content is consumed. No other Samsung device provides this combination of integrated entertainment experience and value.”
The device was also given 4 out of 5 stars on AT&T’s Eco-Rating 2.0 system that evaluates social and environmental factors of AT&T branded devices and tablets. .
For full details, please expand the Press Release below, or head directly to AT&T for further details.
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Available first from AT&T1 on Nov. 20, experience the latest LTE device from Samsung with the entertainment-centric Samsung Galaxy View. The Galaxy View is more than a tablet. It combines the entertainment features of a TV with the mobility and engaging design of a tablet. You can buy the Galaxy View in retail stores nationwide and online at www.att.com. DIRECTV customers can walk out watching over 100 live channels.2 For a limited time, customers that sign up for new DIRECTV service (24-month agreement required) can buy the Samsung Galaxy View for $99.99, with a two-year wireless agreement.3 Existing DIRECTV customers that activate a new line with a smartphone on AT&T Next can also get the Galaxy View for $99.99, with a two-year wireless agreement.4
Additional key features on the Galaxy View tablet include:
- Display: Streaming video is brought to life on the Galaxy View’s 18.4 inch, Full HD 1080p screen.5
- Storage: AT&T’s Galaxy View comes with 64GB6 of storage, with expandable memory up to 128GB7, so you can download your favorite videos, music and more.
- Portability: Use the Galaxy View’s built-in kickstand in TV-mode to watch the game while you grill, or stand upright into Lap-mode to read comfortably. Turn up your music’s volume while its powerful speakers provide serious sound.
- Long-lasting Battery: With up to 8 hours of continuous play or watch time8, you can binge-watch, game and browse for hours without having to pause the action.
Samsung Galaxy View will be available in Black from AT&T for $0 down for well-qualified customers and $30 per month for 20 months with an AT&T Tablet Installment Plan9 or $499.99 with a two-year agreement.10 Add the Galaxy View to a new or existing Mobile Share Value Plan for an additional $10 per month access charge.11
“The Samsung Galaxy View is the best parts of a TV and tablet, designed with entertainment as its primary focus,” said Jeff Bradley, senior vice president, Device Marketing and Developer Services, AT&T Mobility. “We know our customers are watching video in ways they never used to, and with this tablet you can shift where and when content is consumed. No other Samsung device provides this combination of integrated entertainment experience and value.”
The Samsung Galaxy View earned 4 of 5 stars, on AT&T’s Eco-Rating 2.0 system. The 2.0 system rates the social and environmental factors of AT&T branded handset devices and tablets. AT&T created the Eco-Rating 2.0 system to empower consumers to make better informed decisions when selecting a device. For more information about this device’s rating, AT&T’s Eco-Rating 2.0 System, and how you can join AT&T in making a difference, please visit http://att.com/ecospace.
For more information on the Samsung Galaxy View, check out this Mobile Minute video and visit: att.com/GalaxyView. Follow the conversation on social media by using #GalaxyView.
© 2015 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Samsung and Samsung Galaxy View are both trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
1AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T.
2Limit 5 shows on 5 devices at once. Only select networks included in your package are available for live streaming and may vary by location and device. All functions and programming are subject to change at any time. High speed internet is required. Wireless use incurs data charges including overages. Functionality varies by compatible device. Visit directv.com/startwatching for complete details. You must have an active directv.com account in order to receive programming. AT&T customers may use their att.com login credentials. Programming should be available to access within 30 minutes of order until the time your DIRECTV System is installed, no more than two weeks. The service will automatically discontinue if your installation is not completed within 14 days from date of order. This offer is subject to change at any time and pay per view programming is not available for purchase during this period.
3 *Limited time offer (Ends 1/7/16 in Puerto Rico) Avail at select AT&T Locations (not online or through DIRECTV). View req’s 2-yr wireless agmt & elig. data svc ($45 activation & up to $150 early termination fees apply). DIRECTV req’s 24 month agmt & activation of SELECT™ pkg or above (up to $480 early cancellation fee). Add’l fees, other charges & restr’s apply. See an AT&T store for details.
4Limited time offer (ends 1/7/16 in Puerto Rico). Avail at select AT&T Locations (not online or through DIRECTV). Existing DIRECTV customers only. Requires service to be installed, active & in good standing. Elig. wireless service is req’d on the smartphone & View. Activ., early termination & other fees, charges & restr’s apply. See an AT&T store for details.
5Qual. mobile device, TV plan, online account login and data connection req’d. Not all channels available. Content varies by device, TV plan and viewing location. Wireless use incurs data charges including overages.
Nationwide carriers’ LTE. Signal strength claim based ONLY on average LTE signal strength. LTE not available everywhere
6Portion of memory occupied by existing content.
7MicroSD card sold separately.
8Based on laboratory testing. Results may vary. Battery power consumption depends on factors such as network configuration, carrier network, signal strength, operating temperature, features selected, vibrate mode, backlight settings, browser use, frequency of calls, and voice, data and other application-usage patterns
9Tax due at sale. Req’s well-qual. credit, 20-month 0% APR installment agmt & elig. data svc (which is add’l). Balance due if svc cancelled. Fees, other charges & restr’s apply. See an AT&T store for details.
102-yr agmt req’s qual. svc (voice & data). Activation/upgrade (up to $45), early termination (up to $325) and other fees, charges & restr’s apply. See a store for details.
11Mobile Share Value requires min. plan charge ($30/mo.) plus per device access charge ($10 to $40/mo.). Other monthly, overage & other charges, fees & restr’s apply. See att.com/msv for plan details.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) helps millions around the globe connect with leading entertainment, mobile, high speed Internet and voice services. We’re the world’s largest provider of pay TV. We have TV customers in the U.S. and 11 Latin American countries. In the U.S., our wireless network has the nation’s strongest 4G LTE signal and most reliable 4GLTE. We offer the best global coverage of any U.S. wireless provider*. And we help businesses worldwide serve their customers better with our mobility and highly secure cloud solutions.
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Signal strength and reliability claims based on nationwide carriers’ 4G LTE. Signal strength claim based ONLY on avg. 4G LTE signal strength. 4G LTE not available everywhere.
*Global coverage claim based on offering discounted voice and data roaming; LTE roaming; voice roaming; and world-capable smartphone and tablets in more countries than any other U.S. based carrier. International service required. Coverage not available in all areas. Coverage may vary per country and be limited/restricted in some countries.
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