Released on 4 June 2010, the HTC Evo 4G was the first US phone sold as 4G, using Sprint's WiMAX network, which existed in only a few dozen cities. Its 4.3-inch screen was enormous for the time, it had a kickstand and an 8-megapixel camera, and it could share its connection as a hotspot for an extra fee.
- Maker
- HTC
- Released
- 4 June 2010
- Launch price
- $199 with Sprint contract, plus a $10 monthly premium data fee
- Platform
- Android 2.1 (updated to 2.2)
Specifications
| Display | 4.3-inch LCD, 800 x 480 |
|---|---|
| Processor | 1 GHz Snapdragon |
| Cameras | 8 MP rear with 720p video, 1.3 MP front |
| Network | WiMAX 4G plus 3G EV-DO |
| Extras | Kickstand, HDMI out, mobile hotspot |
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