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Launch report · HTC

HTC ThunderBolt: The first 4G LTE phone in the US, launched on Verizon.

SpecEagle Editorial·Mar 2011·$600·Score 42/100

HTC ThunderBolt was the first 4G LTE smartphone on Verizon, marking the beginning of mainstream LTE in the US. The new radios devoured its modest 1,400 mAh battery — but it ushered in a new network generation.

Key specs at launch

Display
4.3" LCD
OS
Android 2.2
Memory
768 MB · 8 GB
Main cam
8 MP
Battery
1,400 mAh
Weight
183 g
What stands out
  • First 4G LTE phone in the United States.
  • Kickstand built in.
  • HTC Sense polish.
  • microSD + jack.
What to watch
  • LTE absolutely ate the 1,400 mAh battery.
  • Heavy 183 g.
  • WVGA screen.
  • Verizon CDMA-locked.