T-Mobile Sidekick 3 Available to ``Kick-Start'' the Summer; Newest Version of the 'Ultimate Communications Device' Debuts in Hollywood With a Sleeker Design and Enhanced Features

Existing T-Mobile customers will be the first to be able topurchase the T-Mobile Sidekick 3. For an initial 12-day periodbeginning on Wednesday, June 28, limited quantities of the in-demandall-in-one communications device will be available exclusively tocurrent T-Mobile USA post-paid customers -- through the company'sonline handset upgrade program accessible through www.sidekick.com,and in person at two designated T-Mobile retail stores.(a)

T-Mobile Sidekick 3 will be available to the general public atT-Mobile retail stores and online at www.sidekick.com beginning onMonday, July 10.

Tonight, in the heart of Hollywood, T-Mobile Sidekick fans andcelebrities alike will celebrate the arrival of the newest version ofthe ultimate communications device. They will walk the red carpet atThe Hollywood Palladium and enter an "ultimate dream world" whereimagination, fun and spontaneity will run wild, capturing the essenceof the T-Mobile Sidekick's fashionable roots and trend-setting spirit.

"The T-Mobile Sidekick 3 is a social lifeline; it's a must-havedevice for those who need to be in touch with their circle of friendson their terms," said Chidam Chidambaram, vice president, Marketing,T-Mobile USA, Inc. "Featuring new enhancements and added featuresrequested by avid users, T-Mobile Sidekick 3 delivers best on what itpromises: a rich, user-friendly communications experience that meetsthe needs of anyone who wants to be connected."

The T-Mobile Sidekick 3 has a sleek design that is 20 percentsmaller than its predecessor, and features a new trackball for easyone-handed navigation and integrated Bluetooth(R) technology forwireless headset use. The device is also enhanced with a new MP3player, removable battery, and Mini-SD card slot for expandablememory.

In addition to the phone capabilities, the device provides textmessaging, e-mail and built-in support for the three major instantmessenger (IM) clients (AIM(R), Yahoo! (R) Messenger and MSNMessenger) to help customers stay on track with their personal lives(separate charges apply).

Other additional Sidekick 3 capabilities, which will enableT-Mobile customers to stay connected to their friends and familywherever they go, include integrated support for EDGE, which providesfor faster download speeds for subscribers' favorite social networkingsites and all other Web sites; and a built-in megapixel camera forcapturing those once-in-a-lifetime spontaneous moments.

Key new features of T-Mobile Sidekick 3 include these:

-- Built-in support for all three major IM clients (AIM, Yahoo! Messenger and MSN Messenger)

-- Full HTML browser with enhancements for faster downloading and optimized viewing

-- Automatic connection to the EDGE radio technology network for improved communication through faster downloading and improved coverage

-- Sleeker design that is 20 percent smaller for a more natural feeling in your hand and pocket

-- Trackball for one-handed navigation to easily access more functions

-- Built-in Bluetooth support for wireless headset use and vCard exchange

-- Integrated 1.3 megapixel camera with supplemental LED flash for close-range illumination and a convex mirror for self-portraits

-- MP3 player with support for a stereo headset

-- Mini-SD card slot for expandable memory available for storing photos, music and more

-- Speedier ARM9 processor

-- Replaceable battery pack with added capacity

For more information on T-Mobile Sidekick 3, please visitwww.sidekick.com.

(a) Upgrade eligibility requirements apply. T-Mobile Retail Stores that will offer T-Mobile Sidekick 3 to walk-in T-Mobile customers are located at 307 Madison Ave. (at 42nd St.) in New York City and 335 Wilshire Blvd. in Santa Monica, Calif.

About T-Mobile USA Inc.

Based in Bellevue, Wash., T-Mobile USA, Inc. is a member of theT-Mobile International group, the mobile telecommunications subsidiaryof Deutsche Telekom AG (NYSE:DT). T-Mobile USA's GSM/GPRS voice anddata networks in the United States (including roaming and otheragreements) reach more than 268 million people. In addition, T-Mobileoperates the largest carrier-grade, commercial wireless broadbandnetwork in the United States, providing Wi-Fi access at more than7,400 public locations throughout the country, with further Wi-Fiaccess being made available at over 27,000 international roaminglocations. For more information, visit the company Web site atwww.t-mobile.com. T-Mobile(R) is a federally registered trademark ofDeutsche Telekom AG.