Description
Samsung Vibrant T959 Galaxy S 16 GB, Factory Refurbished, T-Mobile / Simplemobile
Factory Refurbished Samsung Vibrant T959 Galaxy-s, the 1ghz 4" AMOLED Android handset with 720p HD Video, branded for T-Mobile / Simplemobile and reconditioned to close-to-new working order. Collector shops that want a clean original Galaxy S, and prop houses that need a working 2010 T-Mobile smartphone, choose this tier.
The Samsung Vibrant SGH-T959 is T-Mobile's 2010 version of the original Galaxy S: a 4-inch Super AMOLED screen, the 1 GHz Hummingbird chip, 16 GB of internal storage with a microSD slot, a 5 MP camera with 720p HD video, Wi-Fi n, GPS, and a removable battery, running Android 2.1 with an update to 2.2. It was the phone that put Samsung's Galaxy line on the US map.
TG Wireless sells the Vibrant to collectors of first-generation Galaxy hardware, to prop departments, to exporters for markets where UMTS is live, and to parts dealers. It has no LTE and does not activate on US carriers today.
Key specifications
| Model | Samsung Vibrant SGH-T959 (Galaxy S), T-Mobile |
|---|---|
| Storage | 16 GB |
| Network status | T-Mobile / Simplemobile |
| Operating system | Android 2.1 as shipped, updatable to Android 2.2 Froyo |
| Display | 4.0-inch Super AMOLED, 480 x 800 pixels |
| Processor | 1 GHz Samsung Hummingbird |
| Memory | 16 GB internal, microSD slot |
| Rear camera | 5 MP autofocus, 720p HD video |
| Connectivity | Quad-band GSM, UMTS/HSPA on T-Mobile's 1700/2100 MHz band, Wi-Fi 802.11n, Bluetooth, GPS |
| Battery | 1,500 mAh, removable |
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 Vibrant SGH-T959 is a GSM/UMTS smartphone with HSPA data and no LTE or VoLTE; the source lists T-Mobile's 3G/4G HSPA network and Wi-Fi. US carriers retired 3G in 2022 and T-Mobile ended 2G GSM service on August 3, 2026, so it cannot register for calls or data on a US network today, though Wi-Fi still works. Lock state is per listing; see the network status line in the table. Buyers move it to export markets with live GSM or UMTS service, to collectors, and to parts and prop channels.
Resale fit
- Collectors and retro-Android shops that want a working original Galaxy S with a Super AMOLED panel.
- Film, TV, and theater prop departments that need period-correct T-Mobile smartphones.
- Export lots for regions where GSM or UMTS service is still live and a simple tested handset sells at a low ticket.
- Parts and display units for repair shops and store fixtures.
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.
