T-Mobile USA offers up first HSDPA handset

T-Mobile USA Inc. launched its first HSDPA-enabled phone, Sony Ericsson Mobile Communication’s TM506. The carrier said the new handset will support its 3G network, which is currently alive and kicking in select markets including New York; Las Vegas; San Antonio, Austin, Dallas and Houston, Texas; and Minneapolis. The carrier plans to end the year with 3G coverage in 20 markets, a T-Mobile USA spokeswoman said.
The new flip-phone, at $80 with a two-year service agreement, can be purchased in black, emerald green or chrome with amber accents and features Web connectivity, a 2-mega pixel camera with My Album access, stereo Bluetooth and TeleNav maps.