Sprint phones release dates and prices

*UPDATE* 07 Feb 2008: We've updated the article with the prices for the M520 and Ace.

A tipster gave us information on the release dates and pricing of a few upcoming Sprint phones. Keep in mind, this can be considered as RUMOR only and we do not guarantee it is legit. iAll three devices will be on the market in mid-February with prices from $250 to $450 for the most expensive one, which is a CDMA/GSM hybrid. The info is as follows:

Samsung M520: The M520 by Samsung adds the popular slider form factor to the Sprint portfolio. It is complete with Music, TV,On Demand Themes, Navigation and more. It also includes multi-taksing ability like the Upstage by Samsung.

(SPHM520ZSS)
2/17/2008 for ExclusivesOnly.
4/13/2008 for all Dealers
$249.99 Full Retail
$150 Instant Savings
$50 Mail-in Rebate
$49.99 Net Price

Samsung Ace: This new device will eventually replace the Samsung IP-830w and features GSM/CDMA, Windows Mobile 6 OS and an ultrathin design.

(SPHI325DLS)
2/17/2008
$449.99 Full Retail
$150 Instant Savings
$100 Mail-in Rebate
$199.99 Net Price

LG Rumor: (3rd color: Green) Vision messaging centric device with side slide form factor and a qwerty slide keypad.

Green/Silver (LG260GKIT)
3/17/2008
SRP = $279.99