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[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ticklemepinks:
... i'm gonna let u finish and everything but the evo3d is no where near as fast as the evo lte... just saying lol believe whatever helps u to sleep at night, but trying to down play it against the 3d is cray cray lolz
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Meanee:
Clock speed does not always translate into better performance. For example, take Intel's lower clocked i7 processor, and compare it with AMD's 10 gazillion GHZ offering.

And really, if you think that Evo 3D is better performing phone than Evo LTE (no matter the tweaks), you may need to lower your daily crack intake.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] maxdamage2122:
Called all the walmarts in a 30 mile radius from me and none of them carry sprint let alone have an evo lte. Such BS!!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] DanBergundy:
Bummer! Better expand your radius to 500 mi :D
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] maxdamage2122:
Lol the closest evo lte is at a best buy 70 miles away. Only issue is I have a eprp plan and I'd hate to travel all that way and return home empty handed. Still deciding though lol.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] splcfiya:
I'm not really sure what you mean. My Evo 4g never had any bugs until i rooted my phone a few months ago, and i purchased it the first weekend. Besides, most bugs are generally minor and a minor bugged Evo LTE is still superior than most peoples current phones. There is no LTE network yet, but my wimax here in new york is crawling at about 1.5 mbps on average, so i personally am not missing much.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] DarkManX4lf:
I did the same...and I got the same response....the funny thing is I bought my EVO 4G from one of the Walmart two years go.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] BigMosley:
As stated in earlier threads. Call or go to your local Walmart. I called atleast 10 of them and all said no but I found 1 that only got 1 in and now its mine for $158!! Haha and yes this thing is crazy badass!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] PaulHBK:
The posts about Walmart have been read and I'm sure most people here have called their local walmarts already. Plus a lot of us have pre orders at Sprint stores and/or have to go through sprint stores/telesales due to our special plans... Thanks for the repetitive "advice" though...
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Henrock11:
Called the few in the northern jersey areas...and none of them had any.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] shleppyjoe:
Just for kicks I called the Walmart where I work in White Lake MI. They had one unit on hand. I have a buddy at a Sprint store where I live who has always made sure I get the cool phones on launch day so I am waiting until he gets one for.....strictly out of loyalty. I told a co-worker who went there after work and grabbed it! So......Walmart does have a few....scattered as they may be!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] AB33:
I too was able to pick one up at a Walmart and they only had one unit, I promptly cancelled my Wirefly order afterwards.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] DarkManX4lf:
Anyone get their phone from Walmart and have had luck upgrading a Sero premium plan?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] shleppyjoe:
I have to say though.....I'm getting pretty stinking sick of not hearing anything from Sprint on when we can expect them to be available at Sprint stores. Since there was an official launch date that went sour because of the customs issue.....I think they owe it to us to at least keep us informed.

I know its only a phone.....and there are much bigger issues in world...LOL....but still.....really, no release date at all.....really? :confused:
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Riff76:
Nothing from ISN other than he had nothing to report. I'm banking on next week now for a launch.

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[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] BioEX4:
I guess I can't really complain about waiting because I let my bill get a little behind and i need to use my next two weeks pay to catch up on that anyhow, I doubt they would let me upgrade when my account is past due over $400. But darn I want it now. Last night I dropped my precious EVO and the screen completely shattered so i really want my upgrade.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Riff76:
Wow you're f@cked, good luck

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[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] frieked:
According to Sprint's official update today it will be a "few days" until shipments enter the U.S. so it would seem next week is only a maybe.

5/30 UPDATE:

We recently learned that HTC devices have been released by U.S. Customs. We expect shipments of HTC EVO 4G LTE to enter the U.S. in the next few days. An exact availability date for HTC EVO 4G LTE will be communicated as soon as possible.

Source: http://community.sprint.com/baw/thread/90054
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] BioEX4:
I know right? Luckily the touchscreen still works but it feels like I'm rubbing my finger over glass shards which is not cool. My whole body feels like it has little glass powder cuts all over it from trying to use it. My poor EVO... I feel so bad for it
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] BioEX4:
It looks like this, an i dont even think the pic does it justice as the blue background makes it harder to see
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] P.Mobile:
this really sucks.. its crazy really.. i hate to bi*ch but this is bs!!! atleat give us a f in date?? :mad:
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Riff76:
Exactly I mean f@ck I'm so obsessed now I check xda and twitter every 20 min. This is not healthy, with a date I can relax and wait

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[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] term117:
I ordered a Skinomi skin through amazon and they were holding the skin until release date. I asked when it would ship and this is what I got in response.

"My name is ****** with Skinomi Customer Support. At this time, all shipments will be shipped this Thursday and Friday when Sprint begins their shipments of the Evo 4G LTE"

Then after asking about the release date they said

"We are currently working with the manufacturer in regards to the EVO 4G LTE, they advised us that the phone would be out soon, I apologize for the misunderstanding."

Perhaps they know something we don't?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] frieked:
Sprint gives Boost Mobile an ‘Update’ on HTC EVO 4G LTE Delay

While Sprint has so far been super quiet to it’s own direct customers so far on the full launch day for the HTC EVO 4G LTE, this message just went out to the Boost Mobile care reps:

Use the approved sound bite below to address any questions about the availability of this device:

“You may be aware that some shipments of HTC devices had been temporarily delayed due to U.S. Customs which may briefly delay the initial availability of the HTC EVO Design 4G™. These issues have now been resolved and we expect product will start flowing shortly. We expect to have devices in dealer doors as soon as next week. To access the latest news and device information, visit www.boostmobile.com or Boost on Facebook where we’ll be providing updates. Thank you for your interest and continued patience.”
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Riff76:
To me that means the rest of the preorders will ship this week and launch could be at earliest next week.

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[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] PaulHBK:
That report was not referring to the EVO LTE but rather the EVO Design. Maybe they are tied together a far as shipping timing due to the customs thing but maybe our LTEVOs shipped already (shipped/passed customs first, before the Design). Meaning Friday could still be possible.... But I just can't imagine Sprint not announcing an official launch less then a week (at least 5 days) in advance...
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] AZBoomer:
Check you local Walmart!!!!! HAHA I just picked mine up a few hours ago! Called and the randomly had ONE in stock!

I am one happy guy!!!

$158 dollars too :D
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] fastamx79:
My early ugrade (last yearly upgrade I have from the Premiere Program) is available on the 1st of June so I'll be checking the Wally Worlds in my area to see if I strike gold
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] NewZJ:
I've stopped checking, I've stopped caring, I'm almost uninterested in the phone at this point.

I've put ICS on my 3d.and I'm getting great battery life, no bugs and I'm satisfied.

I'm going to upgrade after it is available but I'm no longer anxious. I'm sleeping better, losing weight, my fingernails are growing back and my hair stopped falling out
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] NissanNick:
Great phone but I too am loosing Intrest.... It may be only a few days away but it feels like they will be announcing the next big thing on sprint before we can buy this one.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] PaulHBK:
I don't know about that... The next big thing overall though will be the Samsung Galaxy S III. Which will be on the 3 big carriers in some way shape or form.

Unfortunately I might end up just holding out for a GS III if the LTEVO is not available soon or even just given an official availability date promptly...
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] NissanNick:
I agree the s3 is the next big thing... I hate the way it looks... And I actually like most samsung phones... My epic 4g is a beast! I have never owned a HTC but I almost bought the original evo... I go for the phone I like the most at the time regardless of make. I will say I think the g3 will get more development. As long as we get cm9 ill be happy!

But if sprint does not at least give us a date soon I might hold out and jump to verizon.. That new razer maxx hd looks sick... And I could use the battery life. If they would have put I 3000 plus battery In this it would be perfect... Even if it was thicker.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ckoadiyn:
Lol gsiii such a letdown
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] PaulHBK:
The battery life in the LTEVO is incredible from what I've been hearing though. And I disagree about the gs iii getting more development. The OG EVO to this day has been the most developed phone imo and the LTEVO is already getting a lot of attention in these regards. Samsung phones (especially on Sprint) have lacked any strong development. Im not even sure that the Epic 4G Touch ever got CM. Last I checked it had not...
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] NissanNick:
Well my epic 4g is rock ice cream sandwich... That's pretty good for a now far out dated phone... But you may be right..? Either way cm9 with a little over clicking and this phone will be great... I'll get a battery case when they come out.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ckoadiyn:
Lol cause 2gigs of ram is needed so badly
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] MrsHoneyDip:
I agree with NewZJ. At first I wasn't upset about the delay in launch because I didn't have any money at the time. I didn't have an upgrade available either so I was cool holding out. But I got some money on Friday, called Saturday for my upgrade and there's still no release date. My husband is excited but the thrill is gone for me. I'm tired of stalking XDA looking for hope. Wake me up when it gets here. Lol.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Evo_Shift:
I wouldn't mind having it a year or more from now. More future proof without costing any more. I am still going with the evo but am disappointed about that.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ckoadiyn:
I bet the gsiii will be 300 on contract or 250 as from what I understand it is more expensive then the gsii was unless I misunderstood
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Riff76:
I guarantee gs3 will have the same launch problems as evolte. Apple hates Samsung more than htc and the us version will have the qualcomm s4. Shortage anyone?

I don't like the casing on the gs3. 2 gb ram would be nice I could actually keep a phone for 2 yrs and be happy

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[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ckoadiyn:
Agreed and 2gb of ram may be nice but I don't think it is totally needed still.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] frieked:
Hopefully the carriers will learn from this mistake and plan their launch accordingly.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] aliwho:
I've given up hope for this week. Maybe next week? Sprint will (presumably) have their inventory distributed very soon, since HTC told us the phones were cleared a day or two ago.

Apple hasn't won a dispute with Samsung in the ITC yet, so no, the GS3 won't have the same problems.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] PhreakAccident:
Funny that Apple is that way,seeing how they are one of Samsung's biggest customers. For Samsung's part, I know it's just business. Sometimes you just have to dance with the devil.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Riff76:
Nothing today so far. I'm expecting launch to be at earliest Tuesday, we will see if ISN has anything at the end of the day

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[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Riff76:
Holy Sh!t! I can't believe it!!

THIS F@ACKING SATURDAY!!!!

http://community.sprint.com/baw/com...cements/blog/2012/05/16/htc-evo-4g-lte-update
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Doomstang:
They just tweeted:

Sprint

The wait is almost over! Sprint will begin selling HTC EVO 4G LTE for $199.99 in most retail channels on Saturday, 6/2 bit.ly/IYTn5U

less than 1 minute ago from SocialEngage
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] magics.:
lol u must be checking that site every sec.. good now i can exchange this nexus.

Sent from my Sprint Galaxy Nexus CDMA
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] royshero:
Hell yes
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] shizume:
I know the link is credible but look at the date 5-16, they knew all along?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] thesabri:
LOL, just daw this and rushed to share
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Genjinaro:
I think we were just late to the show, or they hid the announcement post they created that day.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] RedWingsFan:
So now the decision. Where to buy it?

I think I'll just grab one off Sprint.com once they start taking orders again. Always had luck that way in the past. Dealing with sales associates at Best Buy or Sprint can ruin the fun of getting a new phone.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] xgicop:
Looks like Saturday

http://www.theverge.com/2012/5/31/3055083/htc-evo-4g-lte-sprint-june-2

I hope it is correct, because I'm getting annoyed.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] azkevman:
they have been using that same 5/16 post to provide updates over the last few days. they just change the post contents rather than an entire new post.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Psanchis:
BREAKING: HTC EVO 4G LTE launches 6/2/12 in all channels

according to Inside.Sprint.Now
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Ragster:
Isn says 6/2 as well!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] PaulHBK:
Indeed This Saturday the EVO LTE officially launches according to ISN!!!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] KaoMinerva:
I need your help people. My LCD on my evo3d is going bad & sprint blamed custom software because I'm rooted. I have my original sprint backup, but I can't lock bootloader atm. Do you think it'll work if I flash original sprint & a stock recovery but keep bootloader unlocked to get this thing replaced? I also have insurance & pay my bill on time every month. Please people, this.ghost typing &.craziness is killing me
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] PaulHBK:
ISN said Employee programs EDW/SWAC will NOT launch Saturday. What about SERO-P?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Mdobble:
I'm rooted also and am having hardware issues(reboots on 3g) on my OG Evo. Took it in for help and basically wasted an hour to have them say that they can't inspect it because it's rooted. I was flashed back to a stock rom and all.

I call BS on the store's part as having root seems just a way for them to not service the phone.

This is why I'm looking forward to getting the EVO 4g LTE (stupid name BTW)
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] brentwoodkris:
Funny

I tried to do the Walmart in person yesterday (all 3 of my walmarts in town have at least one in stock each) and each walmart rejected me because I'm not the primary account holder. Called Sprint and they said they couldn't switch me to primary until the next billing cycle blah blah. So then I call my mom (primary account holder) and she gets my dad upgraded to the EVOLTE and upgrades my line too in person at her walmart 400 miles away.

Walmart says I can still use my EVO in the meantime (not true, its now out of service). Meanwhile she sends me my phone as of this morning via UPS.

...THEN ONE HOUR LATER SPRINT SAYS THE OFFICIAL RELEASE IS THIS SATURDAY.

Now I'm behind the curve and will have to wait [without a phone] probably until Tuesday. FML.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] azkevman:
AFAIK there has never been restrictions on SERO-P being able to participate in a launch along with everyone else... at least I hope that's not the case...
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] KaoMinerva:
Thanks for the only reply. Did you atleast flash back to stock everything? I have my stock Rom nand & I can get stock recovery. The only issue is I.can't lock bootloader atm due to no avail pc near me. I want the lte but I'm keeping 3d for WiMAX but It's unusable with the ghost typing etc
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] PhreakAccident:
Unfortunately I just called the Sun Valley Mall corporate store in California, and asked if they were going to be selling me my pre-order upgrade on Saturday. She had to check with her manager, and comes back to say that they have not received any official word yet.

WTF?! It's on Sprint.com and it's from an official Sprint mouth-piece. Can't get any more official than that. I am really convinced that you have to flunk an IQ test to get a job with Sprint.

---------- Post added at 11:29 AM ---------- Previous post was at 11:27 AM ----------

No, it's just the same posting, but the dude keeps editing for updates. That date comes from an older posting.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] RedWingsFan:
I don't think you should be surprised that the Sprint stores are out of the loop. That is very common. They probably won't get the official word until tonight or tomorrow. You would think a place would know up-to-date information about the product they sell.

This is about as frustrating as going to a car dealership and the sales guy gives you a blank stare when you ask some technical questions about the car his dealership specializes in. It just shows you people don't care about their product. They are just there to hopefully get you to buy something without asking many questions.

When I go to Best Buy to ask them about the LTE release, the people look at me like I'm retarded. One of them sounds retarded and needs to lay off the dope before work with all the "uhhhh....well man.....uhhhh...let me check man".

This is why I steer clear of dealing with this people at Sprint stores, Best Buy, or any other retailer. I'll just let Sprint ship one to my house and I'll set it up.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Riff76:
Oh god you're getting an lte? Can't wait to see you get flamed there too

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[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] fldash:
Quick question. My upgrade availability is tomorrow! So can I just go to a Sprint store on Saturday and pick up the phone? Should I look around tomorrow at Walmart in the area to see if they have any?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] PaulHBK:
Should I go to my Sprint Store on Saturday morning or order through telesales? Decisions, decisions. I don't want to get to the Sprint Store when they open on Saturday morning and hear they didn't get any...
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Riff76:
Call sprint to make sure it goes smoothly if you go 3rd party to buy it.

As for walmart if you're close to one why not. I wouldn't make a drive over 20 min to one though, just wait to Saturday

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[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] RedWingsFan:
Yes. If the Sprint store has some stock on Saturday, you can upgrade.

I am due tomorrow also. If you find something in stock at a Wal Mart tonight, you can call Sprint while you are there and have them upgrade you early since it is only 1 day.

My plan is to call Sprint tonight and/or tomorrow to see if they can order me one. Then maybe it could arrive on Friday. If they give me the run around about no stock. I'll just keep watching the Sprint.com site to see when they are available for order. I'll also watch Amazon wireless.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] PhreakAccident:
Well you make some very excellent points. I just have a view of a perfect world. Where announcements get broadcasted to all stores. ISN showed a screen shot of their announcement screens, so I assumed such an important announcement would be blasted straight away.

As for the a$$heads that work these jobs, I'm the same way. I get a kick off hearing a customer ask a McWorker "What's the difference between a CD-R and a CD+R?" or about speed classes of memory chips or RAM for their PC. I never trust the word of any of these dolts because I know the only training they have is a quick 2 hour video (sic) and floor training conducted by another uneducated McWorker.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] RedWingsFan:
Call them Friday toward closing time to see if they got some in for tomorrow. Then ask if all their pre-orders are filled and if there will be some available for walk ins.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] KaoMinerva:
Wow dude, instead of you helping you bash me? Way to help someone with less knowledge than you do. I'm by far not a flash noob anymore & this is the first time I've needed to go through sprint like this for an issue. You're the first person I pm, you didn't reply, & bash me in public. It's idiots like you that have ruined xda, I hope you feel powerful for not helping someone with lesser knowledge
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] RedWingsFan:
Dang man chill. Not all of us are going to bend over backwards to help you out. Be grateful for whatever help people are willing to provide.

Plus you are in a EVOLTE Launch thread asking questions about your rooted EVO 3D. Not exactly the prime spot to ask IMO.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] dyey:
You're in Concord, CA? I managed to get one for the mrs from Wal-Mart in Martinez.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] fldash:
Thanks for the suggestions and advice all... I'll call around Walmarts tomorrow, then call Sprint stores tomorrow night to ask about availability Saturday morning... That sounds like a good plan.

Sorry I don't do the 'Thanks' button, one of the worst ideas XDA has ever implemented. :)
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] PhreakAccident:
Yes sir. I should swing by Wally World after work. I live in Martinez (had an apartment fire first of the month someone started by smoking in bed). Wish me luck!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] RedWingsFan:
I've always had good luck at launches by just monitoring the different outlets to see who has what instead of standing in line at a store. It would be awesome if Amazon got some tomorrow and could overnight for a Saturday delivery.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] dyey:
Give em a call 1st. We called last night and they didnt have any. Told us to check again today. They only had one last tuesday but the guy said normally, if the system shows the item was sold, they will get replenished so they might have it in today.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] BrianBaker:
Congratulations to you guys...
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] aliwho:
Called my store, but they haven't gotten their shipment in yet. The clerk told me to call tomorrow after 2 to see if they had them.

I also asked if they'd sell 'em on Friday if they got them in tomorrow, and he said he'd know if they could after their meeting tomorrow. Here's hopin'.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Riff76:
Kao check your pm

So everyone who didn't get one yet, where are you getting yours at?

I'm going to a bb, should I get there early? I had an appointment for my launch day 3D last year with preorder, this year no preorder

Good luck to everyone hope they got enough wherever you go

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[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ckoadiyn:
Im going through a bb Mobile store I made a preorder Monday but they don't have it in yet and id suggest going to them before.going to a regular store. And see how you said you had no luck getting one at any bb thus far I'd deff say go early
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] KaoMinerva:
I'll be getting this beast maybe a week or two late off contract for $300-$450. Craigslist never fails in the phone department. Got the 3d for $200 back in November, could've gotten T-Mobile one s for $325 in box, & could've gotten the att one x for $335 in box just today. I'm sure somebody will sale this bad boy to me way lower than retail & I'll save my upgrade