Can’t decide if you want the Evo 4G or the Epic 4G? Not really sure the differences besides the physical appearance? Well, Sprint threw together this video to help you decide. I guess all they really care is that you buy one or the other.
Personally, I’d have a hard time deciding myself, as both are real Android powerhouses.
Announced via a blog post here, Sprint is patting themselves on the back for being the first wireless carrier to bring 2.2 to its customers. But of course that comes with a little footnote: “Users of Google’s Nexus One may currently use Android 2.2. Sprint is the first carrier to offer Android 2.2 to its customers.” Yeah, ok. Regardless, a big bravo to Sprint for getting this out with the quickness. Let’s hope all the updates go off without a hitch. Evo users, let us know when you start getting those updates!
The award-winning HTC EVO 4G just got that much better. We are excited to announce that beginning the week of Aug. 1; Sprint will begin rolling out the Android 2.2 upgrade to its HTC EVO 4G customers.
Sprint will be the first wireless carrier to bring the latest version of Android to its customers. The Android 2.2 software release provides a significant number of feature enhancements, including:
- Voice Dialing Over Bluetooth.
- Application Storage on External Memory, giving users more storage room for all their apps.
- Camera 4-way rotation allows the camera icons to rotate with the camera.
- Improved Browser Performance including a faster JavaScript engine and Flash 10x Support improving the user’s ability to view videos and available content associated with web pages.
“Sprint is thrilled with our customers’ response to HTC EVO 4G and the innovative and exciting experience it offers,” said Fared Adib, vice president – Product Development for Sprint. “It is exciting for us to lead the industry in bringing the Android 2.2 update to these customers and improve on the amazing experience they receive with America’s first 4G capable phone.”
Easy Downloading
Sprint will begin sending update notifications to users in waves beginning Tuesday, Aug. 3 and the upgrade should be available for all HTC EVO 4G users by the middle of August.
The notification will let the users know that the update is available and it will provide the simple two-step over-the-air download process.
- Users will receive a notification that Android 2.2 is available for download.
- Once the user has downloaded the update, they will be prompted to install the update. The user will be notified that their device will be disabled during the installation process. The phone will be ready to use once the process completes.
For those who just can’t wait to get Android 2.2, there will be an easy user initiated option to download the upgrade. Customers can access the software update through their HTC EVO 4G under the Settings Menu > System Updates > HTC Software Update. This will initiate the three-step process also.
In in interesting promo, American Eagle is offering free smartphones in exchange for trying on some jeans. While the obvious catch is you have to sign up for a 2 year contract, it can save you some cash over the carrier’s price in most instances. With offerings from all 4 carriers, you can choose from an HTC Aria, LG Ally, Cliq XT, Motorola Devour, or Motorola Backflip. No, you won’t be able to score a Droid X or HTC Evo 4G, but offering these midrange phones for free is a great way to get more Android phones on the street. And if Android isn’t your thing, they have Blackberrys too, but who wants one of those? Oh, and they also throw in a $25 American Eagle gift card. So if you’re looking for a new phone, or some new jeans, it’s an all around good deal.
[via IntoMobile]
Combining the Power of Android with Sprint Value, Samsung Intercept(TM) Packs in the Features for Just $99.99Full QWERTY keyboard, large touch-screen display and a premium social networking experience combine with the customization of Android to make Samsung Intercept a great value for businesses and consumers OVERLAND PARK, Kan., Jul 07, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) –Sprint (NYSE: S) and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile), the No. 1 mobile phone provider in the United States1, today introduced a stylish addition to its growing portfolio of Android devices with Samsung Intercept. In addition to the 3.2-inch, touch-screen display, 3.2 MP camera and video, and full slide-out QWERTY keyboard, Samsung Intercept comes preloaded with social apps and one-touch picture posting to the top social sites.
Customers can purchase Samsung Intercept starting July 11 through all Sprint channels, including Web (www.sprint.com), Telesales (1-800-SPRINT1) and select national retail partners. Retail pricing will be just $99.99 (excluding taxes) after a $100 mail-in-rebate with a two-year service agreement on a new line activation or eligible upgrade on an Everything Plan with data. It will be available in two attractive colors – Gray Steel and Satin Pink.
Loaded with Android 2.1, Samsung Intercept provides access to popular Google(TM) mobile services, including Google Search(TM), Google Maps(TM), Gmail(TM) and YouTube(TM), and more than 50,000 applications available in Android Market(TM) today. It also features a powerful processor to make it a snap to maneuver within the device.
“Samsung Intercept is a valuable addition to our growing portfolio of Android phones with a rich Internet browsing experience, visual voicemail and practically all of the latest must-have features,” said Kevin Packingham, senior vice president of product development for Sprint. “Best of all, at this price, we are able to bring the Android experience to a broader audience that will appreciate the versatility that comes with access to thousands of apps on Android Market. This is a great device for those who use their wireless device to manage a business or socialize with family and friends.”
“The Intercept is a perfect example of Samsung’s commitment to bring the latest Google mobile services, social applications and popular features to smart phones for the mass market,” said Omar Khan, chief strategy officer for Samsung Mobile. “Users will enjoy the Intercept’s stylish design, full QWERTY keyboard and access to full web browsing and Google services for a full-featured smart phone experience.”
Great Price Without Sacrifice
Samsung Intercept makes menu and display navigation easy with a highly responsive optical joystick that virtually zips from item to item. It operates on the Sprint 3G network (EVDO-Rev. 0) and features Wi-Fi capability, integrated GPS navigation and accelerometer. Additional features include:
- Home screen that scrolls right to left for more space to organize widgets and apps
- 3.2 Megapixel camera and video camcorder
- MP3 Player with MicroSD card slot (supports up to 32 GB)
- Stereo Bluetooth(R) wireless technology
- Visual voicemail
- Sprint TV(R), Sprint Football Live and NASCAR Sprint Cup MobileSM
- Access to social networking sites Facebook(R), Flickr(R) and TwitterTM
- Access to personal and corporate e-mail
- Easily view Word, Excel, PowerPoint on-the-go to maximize productivity
Samsung Intercept requires Sprint’s industry-leading Everything Data plans with Any Mobile, AnytimeSM that include unlimited Web, texting and calling to and from every mobile in America while on the Sprint network. Everything Data plans start at $69.99 per month – the same price Verizon and AT&T charge for unlimited talk only. (All price plans exclude surcharges and taxes.)
Sprint is the only wireless carrier to offer Ready Now service with trained retail associates to work one-on-one with customers to personalize their Samsung Intercept, set up features and demonstrate how it works before the customer leaves the store. Customers have the choice of sitting down with a Sprint retail associate at the time of purchase or they can schedule an appointment for a later time at www.sprint.com/storelocator.
[via Phandroid]
The white version of the HTC Evo 4G for Sprint, which is exclusive to Best Buy, has started arriving in stores. And at least one lucky Android lover got their hands on one a little early of the July 11th release date. And was more than happy to show it off to the boys at Engadget. Hit the read link for more shots of the painted up Sprint Android flagship. So what do you think? Does it still look as badass as the black version, or is this more one for the ladies?
[Engadget]
Sprint’s second Android phone with a QWERTY keyboard, and also their second featuring 4G WiMax connectivity. This short promo video shows off the Samsung Epic 4G, Sprint version of the Galaxy S, and the only one with a hardware keyboard so far. Sprint people, will you be looking to get one? Or is the HTC Evo more your fancy?
[via Android Guys]
We’re now 3 days before the official launch of Sprint’s newest Android phone, and the first to run on their 4G WiMax network. The lucky attendees of the Google I/O conference already got theirs, and Sprint won’t sell it to you till Friday. But HTC has opened their own online store were you can plunk your money down today, and preorder it. The nitty gritty details are that it will not ship till Friday, but there’s not waiting in line at a Sprint store, or even worse, Sprint not having any left for you. Such as what happened to Verizon customers still waiting to get their hands on the HTC Incredible. The pricing is $199 with a new contract, $299 for upgrading customers, and $549 to buy without contract extension. A pretty damn good deal for the hottest spec’d Android phone you can get right now.
[via AndroidCommunity]
Do you like Android phones? Do you like porn? Well how about a little of both. Wired.com got some camera time with iFixit’s Kyle Wiens as he sat down and took apart the latest Sprint Android powerhouse, the HTC Evo 4G. We won’t bore you with the specs, we know you already have them memorized, let’s get to the good stuff:
The HTC EVO 4G is due in Sprint stores June 4th with a price of $199 after rebate on a new 2 year contract. Do you want one more now that you’ve seen her naked?
Looks like the hackers are getting better and better. The HTC EVO 4G isn’t even for sale to the public yet, and it’s already been rooted.
Check out the video below for all the proof you need, but they say they are not releasing any details on how to root it yet. But hopefully by the time it comes out, we’ll know exactly how to get the most out of the EVO 4G.
Yes finally. After many rumors of release dates and being teased, Sprint customers with the HTC Hero can finally enjoy Android 2.1 in all its glory. Including features such as voice typing, new widgets and other bug fixes. The update should be pushed to your handset in the upcoming few days, or available soon at the Sprint support site for manual download and install.
Anyone receive the update yet? How ya liking it so far?
[via BGR]
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