Description
Samsung Behold T919 Brushed 3G 1700/2100, Factory Refurbished, T-Mobile branded, unlocked
Offered here is the Samsung Behold T919 in the Brushed finish, pink per the SKU, a 3G 1700/2100 touchscreen phone sold Factory Refurbished and T-Mobile branded but GSM unlocked. Collector shops take this grade because it arrives tested and reconditioned at a lower ticket than sealed stock, and prop buyers do not need the box.
The Samsung Behold T919 was T-Mobile's late-2008 touchscreen feature phone, a 3.1-inch TouchWiz handset with a 5-megapixel autofocus camera and flash, a brushed-metal finish, and 3G on T-Mobile's 1700/2100 MHz AWS band. It runs Samsung's proprietary interface rather than Android, with microSD expansion to 16 GB, FM radio, Bluetooth, and quad-band GSM for roaming.
TG Wireless sells the Behold to collectors of pre-Android touchscreen phones, prop buyers who need a period-correct T-Mobile handset, and exporters who move GSM feature phones into markets where UMTS 1700/2100 or 2G coverage remains. Its 5-megapixel camera was a standout for its year and still draws collector interest.
Key specifications
| Model | Samsung Behold SGH-T919 (2008), T-Mobile |
|---|---|
| Network status | T-Mobile branded, unlocked |
| Display | 3.1-inch touchscreen with TouchWiz UI |
| Rear camera | 5 MP autofocus with flash, video recording |
| Cellular | GSM 850/900/1800/1900, UMTS/HSDPA 1700/2100 MHz (AWS) |
| Wireless | Bluetooth with stereo audio, FM radio |
| Memory | microSD up to 16 GB |
| Talk time | Up to 5 hours, as stated by the carrier |
| Finish | Brushed metal, brown and pink variants |
Condition: Factory Refurbished
Factory refurbished units have been reconditioned to close-to-new working order. They are not brand new and may show light signs of handling. TG tests and grades each unit before it ships. Tell your account manager whether you need units with the original box and accessories or handset-only packs; the mix varies by lot.
Network and compatibility
The Behold T919 is a 2G GSM and 3G UMTS phone without LTE, so it cannot register for service on any US carrier today: 3G ended in 2022 and T-Mobile retired its 2G GSM network on August 3, 2026. Lock state is per listing; see the network status line in the table. Realistic uses are export to markets with live GSM or UMTS 1700/2100 coverage, collector sales, props, and offline use as a camera and music player.
Resale fit
- Collectors of pre-Android Samsung touchscreen phones and T-Mobile branded devices.
- Export lots for GSM markets where a 5 MP camera phone still sells at the counter.
- Prop departments and set dressers needing a 2008 to 2010 T-Mobile handset.
Ordering from TG Wireless
TG Wireless sells to the trade. Pricing is shown to approved dealer accounts, and your account manager confirms availability, quantities, and grade mix before invoicing. Orders typically ship within 24 hours of order placement by FedEx, UPS, or DHL, within the United States and internationally. TG Wireless's 12-month warranty applies, with coverage and RMA handling per your order documentation. Resellers with a valid resale certificate are not charged sales tax. The FAQ covers account setup and shipping questions.
