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- The HTC Evo 4G is easily Sprint's best smartphone and one of today's top Android devices. It also shows the promise of 4G, which will grow as Sprint's WiMax network expands, but until there's broader 4G coverage, it's hard to agree with the mandatory premium data add-on fee.
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CNET editors' review
HTC Evo 4G - black (Sprint) price range: $99.99 - $148.95
- Reviewed by: Bonnie Cha
- Reviewed on: 05/19/2010
- Released on: 06/04/2010
The good: The HTC Evo 4G delivered respectable 4G speeds, and the mobile hot-spot feature lets you connect up to eight devices. The smartphone has a front-facing camera for video chats and also comes with an 8-megapixel camera with HD-video-recording capabilities. The Evo ships with YouTube's HQ video player, Android 2.1 with HTC Sense, and an HDMI port. Other highlights include an extra-large 4.3-inch touch screen and a 1GHz Snapdragon processor.
The bad: Sprint's 4G network is limited at this time, making the mandatory $10 premium data add-on tough to swallow for anyone outside of the coverage area. The Evo lacks support for Bluetooth voice-activated dialing. The battery drains quickly with 4G.
The bottom line: The HTC Evo 4G is easily Sprint's best smartphone and one of today's top Android devices. It also shows the promise of 4G, which will grow as Sprint's WiMax network expands, but until there's broader 4G coverage, it's hard to agree with the mandatory premium data add-on fee.
User reviews
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I switched from the Palm Pre (which I loved)
by ashparkcity1 on October 27, 2010
Pros: 4G wireless hotspot screams! The EVO has a lot of features that the Pre didn't have- like the ability to watch online video. Has a bigger screen and better hardware than the Pre. I really like voice search (Vlingo).
Cons: There is just no way that the android OS will ever match the elegant simplicity of WEB OS (PRE operating system) WEB OS is better at e-mail, multitasking, people search and many other things.
Summary: I have mixed emotions about the switch, probably leaning towards the EVO because of the hotspot capability, which I use for work. In case you cannot tell, I really liked ...
Summary: I have mixed emotions about the switch, probably leaning towards the EVO because of the hotspot capability, which I use for work. In case you cannot tell, I really liked my PRE (which my son now uses and loves). I thought the PRE hardware could have been better, but it was not bad. The EVO has a great solid feel. Heavier and larger than the PRE but more solid than even the iPhone, which I liked but did not love (because of AT&T).
I hope that now that WEB OS is owned by HP that they will couple it into a solidly built phone like the EVO, which would be the best of all possible phones. I can't wait for the WEB OS based iPad clone!
The EVO is a battery hog. The PRE was a little better, but also not great. Both are better than the iPhone because you can carry a spare battery!2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Does Everything and Does it Fast !!!!
by Aquil33 on October 11, 2010
Pros: -Screen Size
-Cameras
-3G and 4G speed
-Consistent Software Updates
-Android Platform
-Multi-Tasking
-Video ChatCons: -Battery Life could be better (I keep an extra battery around just in case, $5 on ebay)
-$30 for hotspot (I did not buy that)Summary: Having grown from 7 years of using the Palm OS platform and 3 years of using the Windows Mobile platform I decided to make the jump to an Android phone ...
Summary: Having grown from 7 years of using the Palm OS platform and 3 years of using the Windows Mobile platform I decided to make the jump to an Android phone on Sprint. I have been a 10 year Sprint customer and I consider myself an early adopter when it comes to mobile technology. After seeing the direction Palm was heading while I had my Treo 700p I decided to switch over to Windows Mobile with the HTC Mogul (PPC-6800/Titan). I proceeded to buy the HTC Touch Pro and then the HTC Touch Pro 2 and saw that the Windows Mobile platform was losing creative and stability ground to Iphone and Android. Finding about how locked down the new Windows Phone 7 will be with no application backward compatibility, I decided to switch to Android and the HTC EVO. This has to be the ?perfect? Smartphone I have been looking for since my first one (Kyocera 6065-PalmOS) in 2001. The stability is second to none and I love the over the air software updates where I do not have to back up all my information and do it myself. I do not have any negatives to say about the phone other than the battery life could be better, but when you have a phone that can run 4G, GPS, Bluetooth, multitask, push email, text, stream music/TV, run full flash websites, stream internet radio/podcast, record in 720p and take pictures in 8 megapixels, video chat, etc. the battery life will run down. Seems to be the best phone on the market now due to Sprint?s superfast data network even without 4G, HTC?s hardware excellence, and the ever growing Android OS.
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Sprint Evo coming from Palm Pre
by Sotomikes on October 10, 2010
Pros: too many list but the noticeable speed and ease of use
Cons: battery life I can see being an issue but i bought a car charger and a charger as well at work and one thing a lot of people don't realize is when it does get down to the lower part of the battery it winds up lasting for a while because it conserves
Summary: Can't believe how big of a technology gap this has over my palm pre that I had before this.
Summary: Can't believe how big of a technology gap this has over my palm pre that I had before this.
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great phone five stars if not for the battery life.
by joey_ram on September 21, 2010
Pros: Great Screen
Great design
Super fast
Camera with dual LED Flash
Amazing FeaturesCons: BATTERY LIFE!!!!!!!!
10 dollar surcharge feeSummary: Honestly most of the complaints people have been talking about are not that big of a deal to me. The 10 dollar surcharge fee is not that hard to swallow ...
Summary: Honestly most of the complaints people have been talking about are not that big of a deal to me. The 10 dollar surcharge fee is not that hard to swallow if you put it in perspective UNLIMITED EVERYTHING!!! for 95 a month where else are you going to get that yes that includes unlimited GPS, EMAIL, Youtube, Internet, texting calling and Sprint Live TV if you think about it still the best value out there. The phone really not that big in my hands but if you have small hands then this phone might not be for you. The screen is great indoors but outdoors not so much. Battery life is horrible but one thing that you can do that you can not do with an iPhone is buy new ones and keep it handy with you when you are on the go the battery life is not that bad when you just plug in the second one and POW fresh battery.
On to the good, great eMail, texting and internet browser. Customization is the absolute best and android market is sufficient not quite on the level of iTunes app store but sufficient. Media player is solid with a little bit of a learning curve but not so much if you are a tech junkie like myself. Sprint Live TV works great over wifi and a little bit choppy over 3G but still good. However Sprint TV will kill your battery within 45 min. which is a bit of a compromise. Movies on this phone look great and the kickstand still amazes people who see the phone for the first time. One of the best cameras on any smartphone 8MP look almost on the level of elite digital cameras. All in all when you put things into perspective and stop being such a debbie downer this is an amazing phone for neone considering buying a new smarthphone or getting an upgrade from Sprint.2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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It's all been said already.. it's a great phone!
by dcig311 on August 14, 2010
Pros: Amazing battery life if you know what you're doing
Screen doesn't wash out in daylight
Fast and smooth
LoudCons: Light-leakage on bottom
Summary: There are many reviews on this site that go in-depth.. this won't be one of them. I'm a first-time smart phone buyer, but have been a religious user ...
Summary: There are many reviews on this site that go in-depth.. this won't be one of them. I'm a first-time smart phone buyer, but have been a religious user of the iPod touch, so I have the basic feel of iPhone down. The customization gives android the win hands down.
I forgot to mention the light-leakage. Yes, the phone leaks light from the bottom of the screen. This is the only fault the phone has, but HTC tells me they are working on a permanent fix that Sprint repair centers will do for free. So it's not a deal-breaker.
As with any Android phone, it can seem daunting at first, but once you get it figured out, it's as smooth as silk. Many have complained about the battery life.. this is another Android "noob" issue. Turn Autosync off, avoid live wallpapers, and keep track of what applications are running. Apple people laugh at the "hard work" it takes to get ten hours of battery out of an Android phone, but it's simple stuff and what you get out of it more than makes up for it.
I'm not a great reviewer by any means, so I'm gonna stop. Buy this phone, you'll be happy you did!
Updated on Aug 14, 20102 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Sprint's iPhone Killer sized more like an iPad Mini
by sunilsidhwani on July 30, 2010
Pros: Video Calling is great, Beautiful Screen Resolution, Android 2.2 coming 08/03/10, Kickstand, Thanks god this phone is not with at&t, 4G data speeds are off to a good start and will improve, App Count on Marketplace is on pace with the iOS App Store
Cons: Sprint future transition of 4G from WiMax to LTE , 4G speeds need to improve (wifi over my home's internet is faster), Device availability shortage such that customer needs to get on a waiting list, Voice Dial over BT missing until Froyo gets here
Summary: I switched back to Sprint from AT&T at the end of March 2010 and initially got the HTC Hero for both mine as well as the wife's ...
Summary: I switched back to Sprint from AT&T at the end of March 2010 and initially got the HTC Hero for both mine as well as the wife's line. I sold my HTC Hero on eBay that I initially started my Sprint Service with and got a White one back on 7/09/2010. It's an awesome phone with all you could possibly imagine and everything I've wanted in a mobile device.
08/05/2010 - I've had FroYo (Android 2.2) since 10:45 pm CDT on 08/02/2010. PHENOMENAL IMPROVEMENTS TO AN ALREADY BAD ASS PHONE!!!!!
Pros:
- 1 GHz Processor
- Sprint TV has excellent reception
- Fast 3G Speeds as well as 4G
- Camera takes excellent quality shots, both still photos (8MP Main and 1 MP Front Camera) as well as Video (720p). And are you kidding me? Face-Time on wifi only on iPhone 4? We can video chat on 3g, 4g and wifi iZombies!
- Kickstand is a good add on Useful when taking a call over speaker or watching a video on this device
- HTC's expeditious handling to release patches for immediately detected defects with this device. (i.e., defect with the Expandable Storage which was addressed by the end of the weekend and then the battery life and WiFi Connectivity.).
- The Market Place offers more apps for Android on the higher end devices and many are great over 4G. 55k - 65k and counting (Lookout Apple, we're gonna take you down! Didn't Apple's App Store have that many or may just slightly more when their iOS was only 2 years old?)
- Android phones will get Android 2.2 (i.e., Froyo) very soon. No more storage setbacks compared to iPhone.
- Wifi Mobile Hotspot is a nice add on to this device. Monthly subscription < than that on Mi-Fi or Overdrive.
- Screen Resolution is impressive, second probably to the up and coming Epic 4G coming later in August 2010.
-Live Wallpapers are really nice
-Google Maps with Voice Navigation is the way to go. I've stopped using my Garmin for this purpose as the maps on Google Maps are more up to date.
Cons:
- Concerned about Sprint's 4G transition WiMax to LTE, which is potentially going to happen in the next 2 years. Sprint Techs have said though that a firmware patch OTA would resolve this connectivity concern.
- My wifi connection at home over FiOs (25 mbps down/25 mbps up) is faster than 4G (3-6 mbps down with occasional 10 mbps spikes/1-2 mbps up). Boost the speed.
- Sprint Corp Store & Radio Shack still working a wait list.
- No Voice Dial over Bluetooth until the arrival of Android 2.2 (FroYo) on 08/03/2010. I'm so glad though that the Evo is only the 2nd device to the Nexus One to "officially" get Froyo release for it. I'm so waiting for it!
Don't wait! Get on a wait list at your local Best Buy, Radio Shack or Sprint Store and get one today!
Updated on Aug 5, 2010
Highlights:
- Faster Web Browsing Performance than before;
- Video Stream over YT or from Default Browser much better picture resolution than before. (You couldn't stream video on the default browser before on 2.1. You'd need SkyFire Beta Browser to do this. Not anymore!!);
- Apps2SD (Developers need to pickup the pace and update their Apps to adapt to this functionality;
- Voice Dial over Bluetooth (Uh! Google. Hello!!! Doesn't Uncle Sam MANDATE THE USE OF HANDS-FREE DEVICES IN YOUR VEHICLES IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA? It's a good first attempt but their could be some small improvements like confirming the number/name of person to call and which phone of their's to call (Home, Office, Cell, Other, etc);
I was watching video from the Yankees site of A-Rod's 600th Career HR yesterday. PRICELESS!!! Can you do this on iFail 4? NO!!! Ok then!2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Iphone Killer
by hrivera247 on July 27, 2010
Pros: Everthing about the phone is great.
Cons: Cant think of any.
Summary: After owning the first three Iphones I decieded to switch and try the Evo and it is hands down the best phone I have ever had. Even comparing it to ...
Summary: After owning the first three Iphones I decieded to switch and try the Evo and it is hands down the best phone I have ever had. Even comparing it to people iphone4 Evo stands out.
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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This phone is the bomb!
by tomhagen on July 22, 2010
Pros: Much better looking than any phone out there (sleeker than the Droid X, iphone)
gorgeous screen
minimilist design with the kitchen sink inside
cheapest plan
thin
fully customizable
replaceable battery
can replace a netbook and easily better than iPadCons: battery life
back cover is weakSummary: the best phone I have ever seen
Summary: the best phone I have ever seen
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Battery Schmattery
by JerseyMom201 on July 22, 2010
Pros: Great Big Screen, Virtual Keyboard, High Speed Surfing, Display Clarity, Nice Size, Thin Enough to fit in Pocket, Great upload speeds, Ability to Customize as you see fit!
Cons: It doesn't mow the lawn or take out the trash!!
Summary: I've had my EVO for about one week and can safely say that it's one of the best phones out there. The Iphone is a thing of greatness ...
Summary: I've had my EVO for about one week and can safely say that it's one of the best phones out there. The Iphone is a thing of greatness but the dropped calls and the limitations on the warranty are a bit much for me. While most complain about battery life and how bulky it is, it's really not THAT much bigger than an Iphone. I rather enjoy the huge screen since I usuallly used to watch tv shows and youtube videos regularly on my Itouch. The main issue with other posters with regards to the battery can be solved just by conserving. Turning off the 4g unless you're in dire need to use it, all of the other features can be timed and so forth extending the life of the battery. This was certainly the best purchase for my money, thanks hTC!!! :)
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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It feels like a phone I had asked for in my dreams.
by donamor on July 22, 2010
Pros: It's just fun. The screen size, the smooth operation of apps, large keyboard space, cameras and I like Sense over the OS
Cons: I just want more accessories.. a specific car mount and I do wish the stand would work in Vertical- and that it had been placed in the middle...
Summary: The EVO just works so well on so many levels. I have my nook for dedicated ebook reader but the EVO is so portable and takes great pictures- great as ...
Summary: The EVO just works so well on so many levels. I have my nook for dedicated ebook reader but the EVO is so portable and takes great pictures- great as music player, video in daylight and an awesome browser that even plays some flash already prior to Foyo- I now use it in place of so many other gadgets.
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: HTC
- Part number: APA9292KT
- Description: HTC EVO 4G delivers a robust list of features, including a 1GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor ensuring a smooth and quick user experience. With dual cameras - an 8.0 megapixel auto-focus camera with HD-capable video camcorder and a forward-facing 1.3 megapixel camera - HTC EVO 4G unleashes the ability to create, stream and watch video that far surpasses expectations of what is possible on a phone today. With built-in mobile hotspot functionality, HTC EVO 4G allows up to eight Wi-Fi enabled devices to share the 4G experience. Users can easily share an Internet connection on the go with a laptop, camera, music player, game unit, video player, or any other Wi-Fi enabled device. With integrated HD video capture and 4G speeds, HTC EVO 4G makes slow uploads and grainy video a thing of the past. Now, it is possible to post high-quality video to YouTube or Facebook, or share moments in real time over the Internet live, via Qik. After these videos have been captured, it is easy to share them on an HDTV via an HDMI cable. The custom Web browser is optimized for HTC EVO 4G's large display. Adobe Flash technology ensures that rich Internet content, such as embedded video and animation, are displayed the way they are meant to be seen. Pinch-to-zoom and automatic text reflowing provide easy Web page views. HTC EVO 4G features the highly acclaimed HTC Sense user experience. Along with all of the HTC Sense features first introduced on HTC Hero, HTC EVO 4G adds a number of features, including friend stream, which aggregates multiple social communication channels including Facebook and Twitter into one organized flow of updates; a "Leap" thumbnail view to easily switch between home screen "panels; " the ability to download new, interactive widgets; and a "polite" ringer, which quiets the ringing phone once lifted up. HTC EVO 4G, the world's first 3G/4G Android handset, features the iteration of the increasingly popular Android platform. Leveraging the Android 2.1 platform, HTC EVO 4G can deliver a wide array of useful features. In addition to today's Android apps, the performance of which will be enhanced by 4G speed, application developers will be introducing apps that take advantage of 4G power in new ways - games and communications tools and other apps that bring together video, presence and location simultaneously, and capabilities that haven't yet been imagined. For example, an application developer might create an app that allows a customer to simultaneously watch a streaming sporting event while pulling down stats and conducting a video chat with a friend.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type Smartphone (Android OS)
- Form Factor Touch
- Phone Design PDA
- Integrated Components Voice recorder,
GPS receiver,
2nd camera,
Digital camera,
Digital player - Antenna Internal
- Width 2.6 in
- Depth 0.5 in
- Height 4.8 in
- Weight 6.2 oz
- Body Color Black
Cellular
- Technology WiMAX,
CDMA2000 1X - Mobile Broadband Generation 4G
- Service Provider Sprint Nextel
- Operating System Google Android 2.1
- Input Device(s) Touch sensitive screen
Messaging & Internet
- Cellular Messaging Services SMS,
MMS - Instant Messaging Services Google Talk
- Messaging & Data Features Text messages,
Instant messages,
E-Mail,
Voice mail - Mobile Services YouTube,
Sprint TV,
Google Play Communications
- Data Transmission EV-DO
- Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11,
Bluetooth,
WiMAX - Bluetooth Profiles Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
- Communication Features Internet browser,
Mobile Email client Phone Features
- Phone Functions Call timer,
Conference call,
Speakerphone - Polyphonic Ringer Yes
- Sensors Proximity sensor,
Accelerometer - Additional Features Integrated digital compass
Organizer
- Personal Information Management Calendar,
Calculator,
Reminder,
Alarm clock Media Player
- Supported Digital Audio Standards MP3,
WMA,
MIDI,
AAC,
AAC +,
AMR,
WAV Processor
- Type QUALCOMM Snapdragon
- Clock Speed 1 GHz
Memory
- Supported Flash Memory Cards microSDHC - up to 32 GB
Digital Camera
- Sensor Resolution 8 megapixels
Navigation System
- GPS Navigation GPS receiver
Display
- Type LCD display - Color
- Technology TFT
- Diagonal Size 4.3 in
- Display Resolution 800 x 480 pixels
Connections
- Connector Type Micro-USB,
Headset jack - Mini-phone 3.5 mm Battery
- Technology Lithium ion
- Capacity 1500 mAh
Miscellaneous
- Included Accessories Power adapter , Power adapter
Product series
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Manufacturer: HTC
Specs: Sprint Nextel,
WiMAX,
CDMA2000 1X,
With digital camera,
6.2 oz,
8 megapixels,
4.3 in -
HTC Evo 4G - black (Sprint) - Refurbished
Manufacturer: HTC
Specs: Sprint Nextel,
CDMA2000 1X,
WiMAX,
With digital camera,
6 oz,
8 megapixels,
4.3 nm -
Manufacturer: HTC
Specs: Sprint Nextel,
WiMAX,
CDMA2000 1X,
With digital camera / digital player,
6.2 oz,
8 megapixels,
4.3 in
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:HTC
- Address:
13920 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue, WA 98005 - Phone: (425) 861-9174
- Email: info@htcamerica.net
- Fax: (425) 861-1715
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