T-Mobile and Eric Clapton to Release myTouch 3G Fender Edition

By Dena Cassella Published January 14, 2010

T-Mobile today announced the upcoming launch of the T-MobilemyTouch 3G Fender Limited Edition smartphone. The news of this rockin’ handset was announced about amonth back, but no one noticed it much due to a couple more notable handsets—mostly Google’s Nexus One. T-Mobile partnered with legendary musician and Fender guitarist Eric Clapton to help unveil the exclusive new phone. T-Mobile says this new comes exemplifies its myTouch 3G marketing campaign, which has featured a variety of iconic artists including comedians, musicians and sports figures, to prove that a smartphone can be unique and your own.

“The myTouch 3G, which runs on Android, gives us an open, highly customizable platform to create truly unique experiences that go beyond what’s possible on proprietary platforms,” said Andrew Sherrard, vice president of product development, T-Mobile USA. “The new limited edition myTouch is a perfect example of this innovation and personalization, and we are excited to bring our customers this special limited edition, feature-rich, music-inspired device.”

Recommended Videos

The device will ship with preloaded Clapton classics including “Layla,” “My Father’s Eyes,” “Rock ‘N’ Roll Heart,” and “Wonderful Tonight,” and T-Mobile is a proud supporter of Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival. Clapton’s commercial featuring the Fender myTouch will debut on national TV on January 20. T-Mobile says some of the content preloaded on the phone includes popular Android Market applications, Guitar: Solo and Musical Light.

To accompany the preloaded Clapton tunes, the device also will ship with songs from Wyclef Jean, Avril Lavigne and Brad Paisley—other myTouch 3G campaigners. T-Mobile says the phone’s new accessories allow further customization and usability, including additional Fender-branded shells, a Fender carrying case, screen protector, and Rock Dock, a docking station equipped with speakers.

The T-Mobile myTouch 3G Fender Limited Edition is expected to be available starting January 20 nationwide at select T-Mobile retail stores and online at www.T-MobilemyTouch.com. The device will cost $179.99 (plus taxes and fees) with a new two-year service agreement and qualifying voice and data plan.

Haole built. O'ahu grown

Topics

Mobile

Cost-cutting strips Pixel 9a of the best Gemini AI features in Pixel 9

Person holds Pixel 9a in hand while sitting in a car.

The Pixel 9a has been officially revealed, and while it's an eye candy, there are some visible cutbacks over the more premium Pixel 9 and 9 Pro series phones. The other cutbacks we don't see include lower RAM than the Pixel 9 phones, which can limit the new mid-ranger's ability to run AI applications, despite running the same Tensor G4 chipset.

Google's decision to limit the RAM to 8GB, compared to the 12GB on the more premium Pixel 9 phones, sacrifices its ability to run certain AI tasks locally. ArsTechnica has reported that as a result of the cost-cutting, Pixel 9a runs an "extra extra small" or XXS variant -- instead of the "extra small" variant on Pixel 9 -- of the Gemini Nano 1.0 model that drives on-device AI functions.

Mobile

Does the Google Pixel 9a come with a charger? Here’s what’s in the box

A woman holding a purple Google Pixel 9a.

After much speculation in recent months, the Google Pixel 9a has finally been announced. Google's Pixel A series is an excellent choice for those seeking a reliable Android smartphone at a lower price point, and the latest model follows this trend. While it is undeniably part of the Google Pixel 9 series, it has fewer features than its higher-end counterparts.

One question you might have when considering the Pixel 9a is whether it comes with a charger. We’ve got the answer
The Pixel 9a does not come with a charger.
The short answer is that the Pixel 9a does not have a charger. This has become common practice for most smartphones today, including other models in the Pixel 9 series, like the Pixel 9 Pro. While this may be disappointing, it's not surprising.

Mobile

Google Pixel 9a vs. Pixel 8a: should you upgrade?

Google Pixel 9a vs Pixel 8a.

Google has released a new budget phone, the Pixel 9a. How does it compare to its predecessor, the Pixel 8a? We've got the answers, and the changes are significant in some ways. In others, not so much. If you have a Pixel 8a and are considering upgrading, read this first.
Google Pixel 9a: vs. Google Pixel 8a: specs

Google Pixel 9a
Google Pixel 8a