HTC EVO 3D SPECIFICATIONS, PRICE AND OTHER FEATURES

HTC EVO 3D runs with Android 2.3 Gingerbread OS, skinned with HTC Sense UI on a 1.2GHz Qualcomm 8660 Snapdragon processor, sporting a glasses-free 4.3 inches qHD display with Auto Stereoscopic 3D technology and 960 x 540 pixels of resolution, equipped with dual 5 Megapixels rear-facing cameras for stereoscopic capture, that can record stereoscopic 3D video at HD resolution – 720p HD video in 3D, 1080p HD video in 2D and an additional 1.3 Megapixels front-facing camera for video chat, Sprint’s WiMAX connectivity (including mobile hotspot support), 1GB of RAM, 4GB of internal storage that can be expanded to a total of 32GB using a microSD card (and an 8GB card included in the package).
                                                              
EVO 3D’s display can be switched between 2D and 3D. HTC EVO 3D handset can output the 720p 3D and 1080p HD video content via HDMI port, users can view 3D content on your 3D TV using the EVO’s HDMI out, DLNA capability, powered by a 1730mAh battery, pre-installed Blockbuster 3D demand and YouTube 3D app, Android Market and a whole host of Google (including Google Search, Google Maps, Google Talk) and Sprint services.

HTC EVO 3D is having 3G/4G capability, 3.5mm stereo headset jack, stereo Bluetooth, or built-in GPS receiver, with support for Google Maps, YouTube, Sprint Zone, Sprint TV & Movies, Sprint Football Live, Sprint Navigation and NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile.

HTC EVO 3D handset is slated for a summer release. We still don’t have official information regarding the exact launch date and pricing details. We will update the availability and the price details as soon as we get the official announcements.

Auto Stereoscopic 3D display, Newest version of HTC Sense UI, Multi Touch, Proximity Sensor, Gyro Sensor, G-Sensor, Accelerometer sensor for UI auto-rotate.
                                 
Blockbuster 3D Demand apps, YouTube 3D apps, Mobile Hotspot Capability For Up To 8 Devices, Sprint Mobile Hotspot(Up to 8 Wi-Fi enabled devices), Android Market, Google Search, Maps, Gmail, Google Talk, Picasa integration, YouTube, Twitter, Facebook Visual Voice Mail, GPS Navigation, Offline Navigation, Turn by Turn Navigation.

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HTC EVO 3D COST AND BATTERY LIFE

HTC and Sprint have just announced the successor to the highly successful EVO 4G – the EVO 3D. As the rumors suggested, the EVO 3D packs a 4.3-inch qHD (960×540) glasses-free 3D display.
                                        
The handset is powered by a 1.2GHz dual-core Qualcomm MSM8660 processor and packs 768MB of RAM. The back of the handset sports dual-5MP cameras with dual-LED flash, which are capable of recording 720p HD videos in 3D mode (glasses free), and 1080p in 2D mode. Like the EVO 4G, the EVO 3D also supports Sprint’s WiMAX network. 

The handset will launch with Android 2.3 Gingerbread on-board, with the latest version of Sense running on top of it. The usual Wi-Fi, GPS with A-GPS, Accelerometer and a 3.5mm audio jack are also present. The handset also sports a mini-HDMI port and DLNA capabilities.

Users can connect their EVO 3D to their 3D enabled HDTV and enjoy 3D content. Sadly, the kickstand found at the back of the original EVO 4G is nowhere to be found on the EVO 3D. HTC also states that they have improved the battery life over the EVO 4G, and will ship the phone with a 1730mAh battery.

While there is still some back-and-forth over when the HTC EVO 3D will finally grace us with its presence, an ad from RadioShack has clarified to what scale this highly-anticipated smartphone will lighten your wallet. On a new or upgraded two-year contract, the 3D-capable handset will cost $199.99, as opposed to $499.99 off-contract.

As with the EVO 4G, EVO 3D owners will have to cough up that mandatory $10 monthly charge for Sprint’s “Premium” Data plan. The RadioShack ad confirmed a few other juicy tidbits, as well, including the fact that a copy of the 3D version of The Green Hornet will come pre-loaded on the handset. Also, if you buy from RadioShack, you’ll receive a free download of “Phenomenon,” The Black Eyed Peas single. Hurray.

The final note-worthy point of the ad goes out to you EVO 4G owners: If you’re in the mood for a change, or have a craving for 3D, you can go ahead and trade in your EVO 4G for a $100 price-cut on the new EVO 3D (at RadioShack only). So potentially, an EVO 4G owner who is eligible for a renewed (or new) 2-year contract can snag one of the Summer’s hottest phones for a Benjamin.

The EVO 3D will be available starting this summer. Sadly, HTC and Sprint did not mention anything about the pricing of the EVO 3D.

That’s right. This is the absolute lowest price we’ve seen for the HTC EVO 3D as of yet and is a steal for a phone that is shaping up to be one of the best releases of the year. Of course, the deal is going to come at the price of a new two year contract but for most of you that should be fine. Wirefly is also throwing in free shipping as well.

For those that need a reminded, the HTC EVO 3D is an extremely sexy device and will be coming with a 4.3 inch qHD Super LCD display, dual 5MP cameras for 3D, a 1.3MP front camera, a 1.2GHz dual-core Snapdragon processor, 4GB built-in storage, as well as the new HTC Sense 3.0 over Android 2.3 Gingerbread.
                      
As for a release date, it’s going to be hitting shelves on June 24th alongside the HTC EVO View 4G tablet. For those of you interested in an amazing device for an amazing price, you can head here to Wirefly to check out the deal.

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HTC EVO 3D FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS

The EVO 3D runs HTC's Sense 3.0 UI on top of Android 2.3.3, just like its sibling, the Sensation. As we mentioned in that review, performance is top notch. Qualcomm's 1.2GHz dual-core Snapdragon SoC is a force to be reckoned with, and takes Gingerbread to an entirely new level of fluidity. Everything from the basic UI to the web browser to maps is utterly buttery smooth. There is no delay, no hesitation -- just pure instant tactile gratification. Still, there's no escaping Sense, and we're not fans. As far as pigs and lipstick go, Sense 3.0 wears a professional makeup job. Other than adding instant access to the camera from the lock screen, it's mostly style over substance, fancy 3D effects on top of functionality that already exists in Gingerbread. A long time ago, in a land far away, Sense made, well... sense. It added important missing features to the OS. But today we'll take plain Android over Sense -- and its frustrating keyboard layout -- any day. We realize some people actually enjoy Sense and we commend HTC for creating a unique and consistent user experience across its device lineup. Just let us turn it off, or provide us with official Sense-free ROMs.
                                        
Bad news: there is crapware. Good news: most of it can be removed easily. We have to give Sprint credit for keeping pre-installed apps to a minimum, and even including content that actually adds value (gasp!) to the EVO 3D. You'll find some apps that you'd probably want anyway, such as Adobe Reader, Amazon MP3, Polaris Office, Qik Video, and Swype. Others, like NASCAR, Sprint Mobile, Sprint Radio, Sprint TV & Movies, Sprint Zone (possibly useful to manage your account), and TeleNav are less attractive. What's more interesting is the bundling of games and movies that take advantage of that stereoscopic display. 3D Games currently points to a website showcasing titles for the EVO 4G -- we presume this will be updated with EVO 3D-specific games before launch. Ditto Blockbuster, which is eventually supposed to offer 3D movies for download. Spider-Man is a 3D version of Gameloft's popular game while The Green Hornet 3D launches HTC's Watch service to access the movie. We're curious to see how much additional 3D content becomes available for the EVO 3D once it's in circulation. Will developers join the party and build 3D-capable apps and web services?
                                                          
The EVO 3D is a well made handset that improves upon the EVO 4G in terms of raw horsepower -- as such, it lives up to its flagship status. That being said, it's also a step back in some areas (the lack of kickstand comes to mind). While the qHD screen provides a welcome boost in pixel density, the overall display performance still lags behind the competition. Sense 3.0 leaves us cold, and now that other carriers are rolling out HSPA+ and LTE networks, WiMAX no longer feels like the new kid on the block. Despite the EVO 3D's 1.2GHz dual-core processor, the camera strangely lacks 1080p support, and the EVO 4G arguably captures nicer stills thanks to better optics and firmware. But our biggest gripe with the EVO 3D is its terrible battery life, which is even worse than what we observed on the already lackluster EVO 4G. As for 3D, we're not convinced it's fully baked yet -- right now it feels like a gimmick, but we're willing to wait and see how it develops beyond the initial "gee wiz" phase. Ultimately, we've come to think of the EVO 3D as a Sensation with a lesser camera, cheaper materials, worse battery life, and without the ability to roam worldwide. But hey, it's got 3D and the best dedicated two-stage camera button that's ever graced a phone. That's gotta be worth something, right?

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