The Huawei Ascend Y Comes to US Cellular

A new Android phone has arrived for US Cellular customers, the Huawei Ascend Y is an Android phone with a 3.5” screen and a 3.2mp camera with about 5 hours talk time and supposedly almost 13 days of standby time! The phone is very attractively priced at $29.99, but it requires a 2yr agreement. I’ve never reviewed a Huawei phone, I’d like to as I’m curious about them, maybe someday I’ll get the chance!!

U.S. Cellular and Huawei, a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider, recently launched the Huawei Ascend Y, a smart phone that makes it easier than ever to stay connected with friends and family. The Ascend Y, which is ideal for customers who need a multi-functional, easy to use device, comes equipped with standard Android™ features including the intuitive Android 2.3 operating system, Google Maps, Navigation, Gmail, YouTube and SWYPE input.

The Huawei Ascend Y comes with a 3.5-inch screen, at 480 x 320 pixels, which provides a clear and vibrant display. The Ascend Y also has a 3.2 megapixel camera/camcorder to capture all of life’s moments and share them with those who matter most. In addition, the Huawei Ascend Y comes equipped with DTS Envelo™ technology for virtual surround sound to enhance audio experience. 

“The Huawei Ascend Y is perfect for the social and always connected consumer,” said Michael Chuang, Executive Vice President of Sales with Huawei Device USA. “The feature rich device provides more than 4.8 hours of talk time and 12.7 days of standby time which is perfect for multitasking. The Huawei Ascend Y builds on the success of the Ascend range of smartphones and delivers on Huawei’s commitment to make technology accessible for more people globally.”

The Huawei Ascend Y is currently available to U.S. Cellular customers. The phone retails for $29.99 with a 2 year agreement.

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