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HTC EVO 4G Gets Android 2.2 Thanks to Developers

By Evan Selleck
on 30 May, 2010

There's got to be something said about the developers out there, and how serious they take the Android platform. It's a beautiful thing, if you ask us. It should be no surprise to anyone out there that the EVO 4G, manufactured by HTC and heading to Sprint here in under a week, is already getting some Android 2.2 goodness, despite the fact neither the upgraded Operating System, nor the handset it's being featured on here in this article, are officially released to the public. But, sure enough, the developers do what they want, and the rest of us get to reap the rewards of their hard work.

Qik video chat on EVO 4G will be free

By Chris Davies
on 29 May, 2010

After a leak late last week suggesting that video chat on the HTC EVO 4G using the Qik app would be subject to a $4.99 monthly fee, the Qik team themselves have piped up to quell dissent. According to the company's blog, two-way video calling on the Sprint EVO 4G will be free of charge for Qik users; in fact, the subscription is "for some advanced premium features."

"Firstly, rest assured that the core Qik service that lets you communicate live from your phone to other phones, web and desktop will be FREE. Yes – this means that the core capability of doing 2-way Qik video chat will be FREE for Sprint EVO 4G users. The subscription fee will be for some advanced premium features that we are working on, which we will be announcing on June 4th – the day the amazing HTC EVO 4G phone launches."

Calls will be supported between EVO 4G handsets - if you know someone else with one - together with between other phones running the Qik app and with the company's desktop client. No word on what exactly these premium features will be, but Qik promise to tell all when the EVO 4G officially debuts on June 4th.

Qik video chat for EVO 4G a $5 monthly extra?

By Chris Davies
on 28 May, 2010

One of the things Sprint didn't have ready in time for our HTC EVO 4G review was Qik video chat functionality, the ability to make video calls to other Qik users via the smartphone's front-facing camera. Now, according to a leak to AndroidGuys, it turns out the functionality may add even more on top of the EVO 4G's basic monthly costs. They've received a leaked screenshot purportedly from inside Sprint, which tips a $4.99 monthly service charge for the Qik video call system. That would be paid via Paypal rather than included in your monthly Sprint bill. With Skype video calling for Android expected later on in the year, we're reluctant to start paying Sprint (or Qik) $5 a month for the same service.

Skype video chat Android app coming this year

By Chris Davies
on 28 May, 2010

Skype's exclusivity deal with Verizon Wireless has left many Android owners bemoaning the absence of the VoIP app on their non-Verizon handsets, but that could all be changing soon. According to Skatter Tech's contact with the company, Skype are planning to bring a mobile video calling app to the Android Market later in 2010, and it will be freely available rather than limited to a single carrier.

HTC EVO 4G rooted [Video]

By Chris Davies
on 24 May, 2010

HTC's EVO 4G smartphone has been rooted - before the handset is even in Sprint stores. A couple of keen Android developers - one of whom was given an EVO 4G as part of Google IO last week - have put their heads together and cracked open the WiMAX handset in record time.

HTC EVO 4G for Sprint Unboxed and First Impressions from SlashGear [Video]

By Evan Selleck
on 20 May, 2010

We told you it was coming, and sure enough, here it is. The guys over at SlashGear have been nice enough to videotape their first unboxing of the EVO 4G from Sprint, and they're even including their first impressions of the device. So far? It looks like the EVO 4G is every bit as good as we all assumed it was going to be.

HTC EVO 4G for Sprint Reviewed by All Things D

By Evan Selleck
on 19 May, 2010

You know there's a new gadget hitting the market when all sorts of sites, all over the Internet, start releasing reviews. And, sure enough, the HTC EVO 4G is no exception. The legendary Walter Mossberg has had his hands on the 3G/WiMax handset for about a week now, and his review reflects his tests with the device in two different cities. However, while he does a good job of outlining why people would want the phone, he seems to focus on one thing, and one thing only: the battery.

How To Turn Off Sense on The EVO 4G

By David Junior
on 16 May, 2010

One of the best features of Sense UI devices is the ability to turn it off and use Vanilla Android. For some reason there are a few newer Sense devices that don’t allow this. Luckily the EVO isn’t one of them, you can turn off Sense in the HTC EVO 4G.

HTC EVO 4G packaging leaks

By David Junior
on 15 May, 2010

A few lucky Sprint employees managed to get their hands on the HTC EVO 4G, luckily for us they was kind enough to show us the packaging. I would’ve preferred an unboxing but we’ll settle for this (for now). As good as the phone looks both internal and externally, we can’t say the same about this choice in packaging.

HTC EVO 4G Can be Pre-Ordered at RadioShack

By Evan Selleck
on 14 May, 2010

Need another option to pre-order your 4.3-inch Android phone? Don't like Best Buy? Or are you already worried that everyone else is sold out? Well, we understand your fear. That's why we like giving you options. And sure enough, RadioShack wants to keep climbing for the top of the hill.