# Money-Saving Mobiles Samsung SGH-t349 Available for Pretty Price From T-Mobile By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-05-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-sgh-t349-t-mobile References: [mobileburn](http://www.mobileburn.com/review.jsp?Id=7082) & [samsungusanews](http://www.samsungusanews.com/2009/05/samsung-sgh-t349/) The Samsung SGH-t349 was leaked in April and is now available from T-Mobile for $149. There is no contract required, no hidden fees, and no selling of your first child. The phone *actually* costs $149 ($14.99 with a two-year contract). The new Samsung sports a simple 20-button half QWERTY keypad, standard Bluetooth and camera (1.3 megapixels) capabilities, 7 hours of talk time, and 300 hours of standby time (battery will vary based on usage). T-Mobile also offers “myFaves”, picture and instant messaging options with the phone. Other than that, the Samsung SGH-t349 is a standard mobile phone that fully accommodates pretty much anyone. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Mobile Leaks:** Opportunity for companies to capitalize on leaked information about upcoming mobile phone releases to generate hype and anticipation. - **No-contract Phones:** Potential for businesses to offer no-contract phone options as a way to attract customers looking for flexibility and freedom from long-term commitments. - **Simplified Keyboards:** Innovation potential for companies to develop mobile phones with simplified keyboards that offer a balance between usability and compactness. ### Who This Affects Most - **Mobile Technology:** Mobile phone manufacturers and service providers can leverage the trends of leaked information and no-contract phones to gain a competitive edge in the market. - **Wireless Communication:** Companies in the wireless communication industry can explore the opportunity to develop simplified keyboards that enhance user experience and differentiate their products. - **Telecommunications:** Telecommunications companies can tap into the demand for no-contract phone options and offer customized plans to appeal to a wider range of customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Kid-Friendly Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amigo-jr-phone.md) - [Budget-Friendly Wireless Plans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/budgetfriendly-wireless-plans.md) - [Accessible LTE-Enabled Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-watch-fe-lte.md) - [Swappable Keypad Cellphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sidephone-sp01.md) - [Longevity-Focused Budget Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-s24-fe.md) - [Price-Locked Mobile Plans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/experience-more-and-experience-beyond.md) - [Low-Cost Telecom Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tmobile-revvl-6x.md) - [Affordable 5G Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tcl-k32-smartphone.md) - [Affordable Flagship-Inspired Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tcl-40-series-nxtvision.md)