The first thing you're likely to notice about Sprint's HTC EVO 4G is its size: this smartphone is big. And so is its display, which measures a whopping 4.3 inches. But pick up the EVO 4G and you'll be blown away by its speed. This is one lightning-fast phone - even if you can't experience the phone in all its 4G glory.
4G Wireless
As the first 4G phone to hit stores, 4G wireless support is the EVO 4G's headline feature. Sprint says its 4G network can offer download speeds that are ten times faster than a 3G connection, which will give the "HTC EVO 4G the fastest data speeds of any U.S. wireless device available today."
But 4G is still a new technology and the network isn't yet available in many places. The network is not available in the Boston area, where I live and where I tested the EVO 4G. But I was still impressed by the phone's speed.
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T-mobile 2GX
The good: The T-Mobile G2x features a 1GHz Nvidia Tegra 2 dual-core processor that delivers great performance. It also has a sharp design, plenty of multimedia features, and HSPA+ speeds.
The bad: The T-Mobile G2x's photo quality did not meet our expectations. The call quality could also be slightly better.
The bottom line: The T-Mobile G2x's simple Android interface, blazingly fast speeds, and polished look make it the phone to beat in T-Mobile's lineup.
Review:
When LG introduced the world to the LG Optimus 2X late last year we were suitably impressed by its dual-core processor and multimedia capabilities, but because LG has a history of not importing its high-end devices into the U.S., we held out little hope that it would hop across the pond.
Fortunately, we were proved wrong. At CTIA 2011 in Orlando, Fla., LG introduced the T-Mobile G2x, which is essentially a T-Mobile USA-branded version of the Optimus 2X. Available now for $199.99 with a two-year contract, it boasts an impressive 1GHz Nvidia dual-core processor, great specs, support for T-Mobile's HSPA+ network, and all-around good looks. Sure, it's running Android 2.2 at launch, but LG promises it will be upgradable to version 2.3 in the future and Android fans will appreciate the stock Android interface.
The bad: The T-Mobile G2x's photo quality did not meet our expectations. The call quality could also be slightly better.
The bottom line: The T-Mobile G2x's simple Android interface, blazingly fast speeds, and polished look make it the phone to beat in T-Mobile's lineup.
Review:
When LG introduced the world to the LG Optimus 2X late last year we were suitably impressed by its dual-core processor and multimedia capabilities, but because LG has a history of not importing its high-end devices into the U.S., we held out little hope that it would hop across the pond.
Fortunately, we were proved wrong. At CTIA 2011 in Orlando, Fla., LG introduced the T-Mobile G2x, which is essentially a T-Mobile USA-branded version of the Optimus 2X. Available now for $199.99 with a two-year contract, it boasts an impressive 1GHz Nvidia dual-core processor, great specs, support for T-Mobile's HSPA+ network, and all-around good looks. Sure, it's running Android 2.2 at launch, but LG promises it will be upgradable to version 2.3 in the future and Android fans will appreciate the stock Android interface.
HTC Legend
The HTC Hero was T3’s gadget of the year in 2009; so to say we’ve been eagerly waiting for it is an understatement. Instead of a few lazy tweaks like some manufacturers, HTC’s made significant changes to produce a far superior handset.
First impressions are impressive. Constructed from a single piece of aluminum, with a rubberised battery SD card cover and camera section, build is fantastic – it really feels like a quality product. This is a handset you’d be proud to show off, in contrast to the drab Google Nexus One. The Legend is exactly the type of product we’d expect if Apple were to transfer its unibody laptop design to a handset. There's no trackball, instead you get an optical joystick, which looks sleeker, but we barely used it.
HTC has upgraded the processor from a 528 MHz to 600 MHz processor and the difference is instantly noticeable. Windows load quickly and you can open several browser windows, listen to music and run several apps without any sluggishness. Running Android 2.1 you get support for Microsoft Exchange, otherwise it syncs seamlessly with Hotmail and Gmail accounts.
First impressions are impressive. Constructed from a single piece of aluminum, with a rubberised battery SD card cover and camera section, build is fantastic – it really feels like a quality product. This is a handset you’d be proud to show off, in contrast to the drab Google Nexus One. The Legend is exactly the type of product we’d expect if Apple were to transfer its unibody laptop design to a handset. There's no trackball, instead you get an optical joystick, which looks sleeker, but we barely used it.
HTC has upgraded the processor from a 528 MHz to 600 MHz processor and the difference is instantly noticeable. Windows load quickly and you can open several browser windows, listen to music and run several apps without any sluggishness. Running Android 2.1 you get support for Microsoft Exchange, otherwise it syncs seamlessly with Hotmail and Gmail accounts.