AT&T officially announces the Samsung Galaxy S III, Pre-orders to begin June 6th with an exclusive Red color

AT&T dropped their press release for the Samsung Galaxy S III this afternoon. They announced pre-orders will start on June 6 with pricing of $199 for the 16GB version, but no 32GB version. If you want an additional 16GB, they will sell you the phone and a 16GB micro SD for $238.99. To make things more confusing, they are using “Pebble Blue” terminology for the blue version as opposed to T-Mobile using “Metallic Blue.” Of course they are also offering the Marble White version, but they have an exclusive Red version that will be available later in the Summer. They didn't offer any release dates, but we expect the Marble White and Pebble Blue (or Metallic Blue) to drop by the end of this month, possibly June  24. The exclusive Red one probably won't land until sometime in July. Other than that, the specs are the same as the Sprint and the Verizon version in that LTE is onboard, but of course AT&T has the advantage of HSPA+ for people who don't live in LTE areas.

Now all we need is Verizon's presser.

Full press release after the break:

AT&T Customers Will Be Able To Preorder The Samsung Galaxy S III for $199.99 Starting June 6

Pebble Blue and Marble White Versions to be Followed by Exclusive Red Version Later This Summer

DALLAS, June 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — AT&T* customers will be able to get their hands on the highly anticipated Samsung Galaxy S® III in the coming weeks with preorders beginning June 6 in company-owned stores and online at www.wireless.att.com. Only AT&T's version of the 4G LTE-powered Galaxy S III will be able to take advantage of the nation's largest 4G network.

AT&T customers will also have exclusive access to a red version of the Galaxy S III this summer, for red, white and blue color choices. The smartphone will be available for $199.99** for the 16 GB model after a two-year service agreement, and AT&T stores will also feature a 16 GB MicroSD card at a low price of $39 for a total of 32 GB for under $238.99.

AT&T customers have access to the nation's largest 4G network, covering more than 260 million people. AT&T has two 4G networks that work together for customers, LTE*** and HSPA+ with enhanced backhaul. That means AT&T customers are able to enjoy a widespread, ultra-fast and consistent 4G experience on their compatible device as they move in and out of LTE areas. With other carriers, when you travel outside of their LTE coverage area, you're on a much slower 3G network.

Easy to use and comfortable in the hand, the 4.8-inch HD Super AMOLED™ display is surrounded by an ultra-thin bezel to maximize the viewing area of the Galaxy S III. Weighing only 4.7 ounces and 8.6 millimeters thin, the combination of a powerful 1.5 GHz dual-core processor and unique services in such an attractive package sets the Galaxy S III apart from other smartphones.

The Galaxy S III features advanced options for sharing and adding simplicity to one's life. For sharing, Samsung's AllShare® Play, Group Cast and Share Shot functions help you to share photos with a group of friends or a presentation with co-workers and S-Beam allows easy transfer of large files from one Galaxy S III to another by touching the backs of the two devices. SVoice™ features natural language recognition to allow customers to control applications and services with words instead of touch. The Galaxy S III also includes simple to use camera features like Best Shot to choose the best image from a series when taking a photo.

“The addition of the Samsung Galaxy S III to our portfolio of 4G-LTE devices gives our customers another truly cutting-edge smartphone to choose from,” said Jeff Bradley, senior vice president, Devices, AT&T Mobility. “With an exclusive red color this summer and the power of the nation's largest 4G network, AT&T delivers the best wireless experience for Galaxy S III fans.”