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HTC EVO 4G: The first 4G (WiMAX) phone in the US, with a kickstand and HDMI-out.

SpecEagle Editorial·Jun 2010·$500·Score 46/100

The HTC EVO 4G was a US milestone — the first 4G (WiMAX) smartphone on Sprint, with a big screen, kickstand and HDMI-out. WiMAX battery drain and patchy coverage were the costs, but it marked the start of the 4G era for American consumers.

Key specs at launch

Display
4.3" LCD
OS
Android 2.1
Memory
512 MB · 8 GB
Main cam
8 MP
Battery
1,500 mAh
Weight
170 g
What stands out
  • First 4G phone in the US (Sprint WiMAX).
  • Big 4.3" screen, kickstand, HDMI-out.
  • Front camera for video calls.
  • microSD + jack.
What to watch
  • WiMAX drained the battery fast.
  • Heavy 170 g.
  • WVGA resolution.
  • WiMAX coverage was spotty.