Description
Samsung T479 Gravity III Blue 1700/2100, Factory Refurbished, GSM unlocked
Factory Refurbished Samsung T479 Gravity III in Blue, the T-Mobile QWERTY slider on 1700/2100 MHz 3G, GSM unlocked and reconditioned to close-to-new working order; the listing's '4G' label is a copy error, as the Gravity 3 is a 3G HSDPA phone. Blue is the finish prop departments and collector shops pick when they want a phone that reads as a 2010 teen texting slider.
The Samsung Gravity 3, model SGH-T479, is a 2010 T-Mobile messaging phone with both a standard numeric keypad and a side-sliding full QWERTY keyboard. It has a 2.4-inch 320 x 240 display, a 2 megapixel camera and camcorder, Bluetooth 2.1 with stereo audio, a microSD slot for cards up to 16 GB, 70 MB of internal memory, GPS with Google Maps, Exchange email, and 3G UMTS/HSDPA on T-Mobile's 1700/2100 MHz AWS band, with up to 6 hours of talk time.
With US 2G and 3G gone, TG Wireless sells the Gravity 3 to exporters serving live GSM markets, to collectors of T-Mobile sliders, and to prop and display buyers who need a QWERTY feature phone that powers on.
Key specifications
| Model | Samsung Gravity 3, SGH-T479, T-Mobile (2010) |
|---|---|
| Color | Blue |
| Network status | T-Mobile branded, GSM unlocked |
| Form factor | Side-slider with numeric keypad and full QWERTY keyboard |
| Display | 2.4-inch LCD, 320 x 240 pixels, 262K colors |
| Camera | 2 megapixel camera and camcorder with digital zoom, night mode, panorama and mosaic modes |
| Memory | 70 MB internal; microSD slot for cards up to 16 GB |
| Cellular | GSM with UMTS/HSDPA 3G on 1700/2100 MHz (AWS); no LTE |
| Location | Built-in GPS with Google Maps |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 2.1 with headset, hands-free, and A2DP stereo profiles |
| Software | Exchange and personal email, T-Mobile Social Buzz, MP3 player, organizer |
| Talk time | Up to 6 hours (as stated in the listing) |
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 3 is a 2G GSM and 3G UMTS phone with no LTE, so it cannot get service on any US carrier: the national carriers retired 3G in 2022 and T-Mobile shut down 2G GSM on August 3, 2026. Lock state is per listing; see the network status line in the table. Abroad, the GSM radio works on 2G networks that remain live; its 3G band is the North American AWS 1700/2100 pair, which few overseas networks use, so plan on 2G data in export markets.
Resale fit
- Export to markets where 2G GSM service continues and a QWERTY slider sells as a texting phone.
- Collectors and enthusiasts of T-Mobile-era Samsung messaging phones.
- Film, TV, and theater props that need a 2010 slider phone with a working screen.
- Parts and display units for shops servicing Samsung sliders.
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.
