T-Mobile USA and Microsoft Proud to Co-Sponsor University of Washington's 150th Anniversary

UW students, alumni and supporters across the globe come together to celebrate W Day

Today, T-Mobile USA and Microsoft are proud to announce their support of the University of Washington's 150^th Anniversary events, as co-presenting sponsors.

The University of Washington kicked off its 150th anniversary year by showcasing a series of events and activities that honor the past and look toward the future. One of the oldest universities on the West Coast, the UW has graduated hundreds of thousands of students, led critical research discoveries, and was recently ranked 16th best university in the world by Shanghai Jiao Tong University.

"Today the UW celebrates 150 years of academic excellence, community partnership and innovation," said Michael Young, president of the University of Washington. "We look forward to serving the citizens of Washington for the next 150 years with the same intensity and purpose that have characterized our first 150 years. We are honored that two of the area's most prominent companies, T-Mobile USA and Microsoft, have come together to co-sponsor our anniversary, demonstrating strong support from our innovative business community for the work we are doing."

T-Mobile and Microsoft have a long history of partnership in the business sector, and both companies are very excited to sponsor the University's 150^th anniversary.

"The University of Washington continues to provide an outstanding set of educational experiences and opportunities, combined with unparalleled research investments and a focus on our neighborhoods and communities," said Eric Schlumpf, vice president and general manager Pacific Northwest region, T-Mobile USA. "T-Mobile is very honored to be a sponsor of the University of Washington's 150^th Anniversary."

Tomorrow, November 4, Huskies around the world will celebrate W Day. There will be a pep rally on Red Square that includes appearances by UW President Michael K. Young, Husky coaches and athletes, the Husky Marching band, cheer squad, UW mascots Harry Husky and Dubs, as well as free T-shirts and Cupcake Royale cupcakes. KJR 950 AM will broadcast live from campus.

A History of Corporate Partnership

T-Mobile and Microsoft have a long history of partnering to bring compelling wireless products to Seattle-area residents, and throughout the United States. Recently, the two companies collaborated to bring the HTC Radar™ 4G to market. The Radar is T-Mobile's first Windows® Phone capable of 4G speeds on America's Largest 4G Network®. The completely customizable smartphone pairs rich mobile entertainment features with the top-notch communications experience delivered by the latest version of Windows Phone, code-named Mango. This intuitive new operating system update will keep HTC Radar 4G customers connected and entertained just about wherever life takes them with its new and innovative communication features centered on people, along with preloaded entertainment applications and the ability to multitask between apps.

Both companies will be at the University of Washington tomorrow for the 150^th anniversary festivities on Red Square. Attendees are encouraged to talk with company representatives and test drive the HTC Radar™ 4G.

About T-Mobile USA, Inc.

Based in Bellevue, Wash., T-Mobile USA, Inc. is the U.S. wireless operation of Deutsche Telekom AG (OTCQX: DTEGY). By the end of the second quarter of 2011, approximately 128 million mobile customers were served by the mobile communication segments of the Deutsche Telekom group — 33.6 million by T-Mobile USA — all via a common technology platform based on GSM and UMTS and additionally HSPA+ 21/HSPA+ 42. T-Mobile USA's wireless products and services help empower people to connect to those who matter most. Multiple independent research studies continue to rank T-Mobile USA among the highest in numerous regions throughout the U.S. in wireless customer care and call quality. For more information, please visit http://www.T-Mobile.com. T-Mobile is a federally registered trademark of Deutsche Telekom AG. For further information on Deutsche Telekom, please visit www.telekom.de/investor-relations.

About Microsoft

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.

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University of Washington Contacts:
Susan Pierson Brown, Seven November Inc.
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Beth Silverberg, Seven November Inc.
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Jean Hayes, University of Washington
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