MTS adds the Samsung Galaxy S4™ to its wireless line-up

It's the smartphone with "infinite possibilities"

Stock Symbol:  MBT

WINNIPEG, April 25, 2013 /CNW/ - MTS and Samsung Canada today announced that the Samsung Galaxy S4 will be available to MTS customers on May 3, 2013. Designed with a full-HD Super AMOLED™ display with 441 ppi for brilliant, stunning graphics on its 5-inch screen, the smartphone weighs only 130 grams, and is 7.9 millimeters thick. The Galaxy S4 contains several new and innovative features for an exceptional user experience.

"As the first wireless provider to offer a 4G LTE network in Manitoba, MTS welcomes the Samsung Galaxy S4 to our LTE line-up," said MTS's Vice President of Marketing, Stan Kurtas. "This device has already developed a reputation as a game-changer in this year's wireless market, and I'm pleased our customers will soon have access to its many advanced and intuitive features."

The Galaxy S4's features include:

• Smart Screen - an advanced face tracking technology that allows you to interact with the screen simply by looking at it;
• Air Gesture - allows you quick access to files and applications by just using the motion of your hand;
• Multi-Window - display and access two apps at one time;
• Dual Camera - allows you to use the main camera and the front-facing camera to record video and capture photos at the same time

MTS Galaxy S4 subscribers will have access to the MTS 4G LTE Network, which offers download speeds of up to 75 Mbps. And, with 97% of the Manitoba population covered by MTS's 4G HSPA+ Network, MTS customers will continue to have great high-speed wireless coverage across the province.

The Samsung Galaxy S4 will be priced at $199.99 (based on 36-month term) and for the month of May can be added to an Unlimited Data plan starting at only $45.00 a month.

For more information on MTS devices and offers, please visit the nearest MTS Connect store or go to www.mts.ca/wireless.

About MTS
MTS is the leading full-service communications provider for residential and business customers in Manitoba. The company's suite of products and services include the latest in wireless technology, high-speed Internet, an award-winning IPTV service, voice services, home security, and an extensive range of business solutions.  A technology leader, MTS operates advanced wireless networks delivering the best coverage for Manitobans with its 4G, CDMA and Wi-Fi wireless networks and is investing to build out its extensive fibre-to-the-home network in over 20 Manitoba communities. MTS's momentum is fuelled by the knowledge, skills and spirit of its 3,000 Manitoba-based employees. With over 100 years of operations, MTS is rooted firmly in the community and is a proud sponsor of the MTS Centre, home to the NHL's Winnipeg Jets. MTS is wholly owned by Manitoba Telecom Services Inc. which is listed on the TSX (trading symbol: MBT). For information on MTS's products and services, please visit www.mts.ca.

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SOURCE: MTS Allstream

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