The HTC Evo 4G - Worlds first REAL superphone

[Gayest Faggot in the World]

 

 

This is the HTC Evo 4G, the most beautiful and spec flashing phone to exist thus far. I mean, just look at the thing, IT IS FUCKING BEAUTIFUL!!!

 

Specs: for those looking for a tl;dr(too long didn't read), the basic summary is this:

 

-HUGE 4.3" screen

-Awesome 8 megapixel camera that records 720p video(awesome!), as well as a front facing 1.3 megapixel camera which allows for...wait for it...video chatting with people!

-BLAZING fast 1ghz snapdragon processor!

-Also, of course, the fact that is is the FIRST 4G PHONE! 4G speeds are up to 10 times faster than 3G speeds, which allow for fast downloads, streaming of video, video uploading, FAST internet browsing, etc...

-HDMI out port for streaming HD content to televisions, whether it be a movie, a youtube video, or whatever!

-Android 2.1 with HTC Sense UI laid on top, rumored to be getting 2.2(Froyo) immediately upon release!

 

Full specs are:

 

-3G/4G capability

-Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ QSD8650 (1GHz) processor

-4.3” capacitive display with pinch-to-zoom and tactile feedback

-World-class HTML browser – bandwidth and quality that rival that of netbooks

-Android 2.1, with access to more than 35,000 apps on Android Market

-Simultaneous voice and data capability in 4G and Wi-Fi coverage areas, enabling Web surfing and more while talking

-GoogleTM mobile services including Google SearchTM, Google MapsTM, Google TalkTM, GmailTM, YouTubeTM , and syncs with Google CalendarTM

-Access to Google Goggles™ to search with pictures instead of words

-Sprint Navigation, with turn-by-turn driving directions and 3D maps

-Updated HTC Sense, award-winning user experience, which includes Friend Stream to integrate Facebook, Twitter and more into a single flow of updates

-Visual voicemail

-Messaging – personal and business email, IM and text messaging

-3G/4G Mobile Hotspot capability – connects up to eight Wi-Fi enabled devices

-4G data speeds (WiMAX) – peak download speeds of more than 10 Mbps; peak upload speeds of 1 Mbps; average download speeds of 3-6 Mbps.

-3G data speeds (EVDO Rev A.) – peak download speeds of up to 3.1 Mbps; peak upload speeds of 1.8 Mbps; average download speeds of 600 kbps-1.4 Mbps.[/b]

-Video chat service available as an upgrade to the pre-loaded Qik app to enable conversational, interactive, real-time sharing between mobile devices or from mobile-to-desktop

-8MP autofocus camera with dual LED flash and 1.3MP front-facing camera

-High-quality video streaming and downloads at 3G and 4G data speeds

-Capture and share HD-quality video (720p) from your phone

-Output pictures, slides and videos in HD quality (720p) via HDMI cable (sold separately)

-Live video sharing with Qik

-Built-in kickstand for hands-free viewing

-Media player with 3.5mm stereo headset jack

-FM radio and Amazon MP3 store

-Sprint applications including Sprint TV® and NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile(SM)

-Bluetooth® 2.1 with A2DP Stereo and EDR

-Built-in WiFi®: 802.11 b/g

-Digital compass, G-Sensor, proximity sensor, light sensor, GPS

-Expandable memory: 8GB microSD card included; supports up to 32GB

-Dimensions: 4.8" x 2.6" x .5" (LxWxT)

-Weight: 6 ounces

-Main display: 4.3” WVGA (800x480) 65K colors

-Battery life: 6 hours of talk time. Time may vary depending on 3G/4G coverage and usage.

-Standard removable 1500mAh Lithium (Li-on) battery

-Memory: 1GB ROM, 512MB RAM

 

 

Where to get: So, this phone is being offered EXCLUSIVELY by sprint, mainly due to the fact that it is a wimax(4G) device, and no other US carrier has an up and running 4G network like sprint does, or is planning on using wimax. So, Sprint is your only option with this phone. This means going to the Sprint Store is a way to get the phone, but there are extra options such as going to Best Buy, or Radio Shack, where you will have the option to pre-order the phone as either an upgrade or as a new contract. This leads us to the cost.

 

 

Cost: The Evo 4G is selling for the low price(for a phone of this amazing caliber at least) of $199 for people either starting a new contract, or people eligible for an upgrade. For the straight phone off contract, it will be $450. The best part though, is that you won't have to pay the outrageously high prices that AT&T and Verizon charge, you will be able to get the low cost of $69.99 a month, with a $10 addition for 4G use. the $79.99 is still cheaper than both AT&T and Verizon. If you want to make use of the mobile hotspot feature, which allows you to connect up to 8 devices up to your phone and use the fast 4G speeds as if it were DSL, it will cost you $29.99 a month, but that is completely optional. For those in 4G markets, the extra $10 a month for 4G is mandatory, but for those not in 4G markets, buying it is optional.

 

 

Links:

 

Sprints website for the Evo

http://now.sprint.com/evo/?INTCID=AB:UEU:HERO:041110:EvoPL:960x320

 

Forum dedicated to the Evo, also contains many other forums related to many android phones and the like.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=620

 

Facebook Group dedicated to the phone

http://www.facebook.com/?ref=logo#!/evophone?ref=ts

 

 

 

Pictures:

 

Yes, It has a kickstand so you can sit back and watch that beautiful giant screen.

 

Back view of the phone.

 

View of the virtual keyboard

 

Comparison of the Nexus 1's keyboard, Evo 4G's keyboard, and the iPhones keyboard

 

Comparison of thickness between the 3 phones

 

View with the cover off.

[SgtJoo]

Too bad Sprint sucks. ^_^

[Gayest Faggot in the World]

Too bad Sprint sucks. ^_^

 

They really don't, the only thing they suck with is phone selection, and considering they have the best phone on the market now, they are rockin' pretty hard. They have great customer service and prices, and their 3G is pretty good.

[b0red]

If it comes to verizon, I will save all my money for this.

[Gayest Faggot in the World]

If it comes to verizon, I will save all my money for this.

 

Dude, verizon already got a phone a bit similar to this one, the droid incredible. This will never come to verizon, they are a while away from 4G phones, and won't be using wimax(they will be using LTE).

[`Pepper.]

But everyone nows that iPhones are cooler

 

Wait for the iphone 4g

[Psyche]

My company is switching from Verizon to AT&T apparently, the company plan for ATT is way better then Verizon. So I will just have to get an iPhone 3GS and wait for the 4G.

[Alpha2]

I'm planning to buy the EVO full price when it comes out. My Treo Pro will pale in comparison. The extra $10 sucks though. :-( But 4G! The only network in the country that has it! YAY SPRINT! Plus we roam to Verizon to fill in the gaps...something the VZW tards don't even realize.

[Red]

I just pre-ordered the EVO today during lunch at Best Buy. 199 with instant rebate, did the same thing with the Palm Pre.

 

Too bad Sprint sucks. ^_^

 

What the fuck are you talking about?

 

My coverage is just as good as my friends with Verizon/ATT, shit, even better sometimes, the vocie quality beats the shit out of GSM and the data speeds kicks their ass too. Now with 4g coming they can forget it.

 

The pricing is also cheaper than any of the other guys when it comes to unlimited plans and their customer service has greatly improved in the last couple years, believe me, I've dealt (used them to my advantage) with them a lot.

 

The "Sprint" sucks mantra from 2007 is f'ing outdated and is just as bad as Apple fan boys ripping on all things non-apple.

 

I hear more complaints from iphone users about ATT than I do from anyone else about any other carrier.

[Riperzz]

My N-Gage is best