Description
Samsung Gravity Smart T589 Red, Factory Refurbished, T-Mobile branded, GSM unlocked
Red is the finish on this Samsung Gravity Smart T589, the 2011 T-Mobile Android slider listed as 4G but equipped with 3G HSPA and 2G GSM radios, factory refurbished, T-Mobile branded, GSM unlocked, with every unit tested and graded by TG. Collector shops and prop houses pick the red version because it reads as a period-correct T-Mobile messaging phone, and parts dealers use it for keyboards and slider assemblies.
The Gravity Smart is a 2011 T-Mobile entry-level Android slider: a 3.2-inch capacitive touchscreen over a four-row slide-out QWERTY keyboard, Android 2.2 Froyo on a 600 MHz processor, a 3 MP camera with LED flash, Wi-Fi with hotspot and Wi-Fi Calling, GPS, Bluetooth 3.0, and a 1,500 mAh battery. It succeeded the Gravity messaging feature phones and was built for texters moving up to apps. Its radios are 2G GSM and T-Mobile's 3G HSPA, with no LTE.
TG Wireless sells it to exporters serving markets where GSM and UMTS service still runs, to collectors of early Android hardware, and to prop houses and parts dealers who want a working 2011 T-Mobile slider.
Key specifications
| Model | Samsung Gravity Smart, model SGH-T589 (T-Mobile USA) |
|---|---|
| Color | Red |
| Network status | T-Mobile branded, GSM unlocked |
| Released | 2011 |
| Operating system | Android 2.2 Froyo |
| Display | 3.2-inch capacitive touchscreen with multi-touch |
| Processor | 600 MHz |
| Form factor | Side-sliding four-row QWERTY keyboard plus Swype on-screen input |
| Camera | 3 MP with LED flash and video capture |
| Cellular | Quad-band GSM 850/900/1800/1900 with GPRS/EDGE; UMTS/HSDPA 1700/2100 (AWS); no LTE |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11b/g with Mobile Hotspot and Wi-Fi Calling, Bluetooth 3.0, GPS, micro-USB 2.0, 3.5 mm jack |
| Memory | microSD expansion up to 32 GB |
| Battery | 1,500 mAh lithium-ion, rated up to 5.5 hours talk time |
| Size and weight | 4.5 x 2.3 x 0.6 inches, 4.76 oz |
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 Gravity Smart T589 is a 2G GSM and 3G UMTS phone with no LTE. T-Mobile shut down its 3G network in 2022 and its 2G GSM network on August 3, 2026, so this handset gets no cellular service on any US carrier today. Lock state is per listing; see the network status line in the table. Realistic uses are export voice and data where GSM and UMTS 1700/2100 service is still live, collectors, props, parts, and Wi-Fi-only use within the limits of Android 2.2.
Resale fit
- Exporters serving GSM and UMTS markets that still take low-cost QWERTY Android sliders.
- Collector and retro-tech shops documenting early T-Mobile Android hardware.
- Film, TV, and photo props that need a correct 2011 messaging phone.
- Parts dealers sourcing keyboards, slider assemblies, and housings.
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.
