Official EVO Rumors and Speculation thread

[andddlay]

While I have little problem with the $10 surcharge, IT'S NOT OPTIONAL!!!! I really wish people would stop saying that.

Here is John Taylor's blog. He is "a spokesman for Sprint Nextel on public policy issues."

Android and me seemed to have addressed this question:

Sprint EVO 4G data optional for $10 premium, $29 for mobile hotspot – Android and Me

They state that the $10 premium is optional.

 

[TECHMAN]

Ok sooo can we not spend 5 pages of posts over 10bucks a month.?

Get Over It or don't get the phone.

Stop this Shit!!

 

[JustFrozen]

excuse me we've been waiting weeks in this thread to find out pricing info, it would be nice to know what it is!

and thats $240 extra overall btw

 

[nickoakdl]

nick there are more than one source in the world for sprint... there are others stating it is OPTIONAL... no need to red font me

I think some people are living in some serious denial for whatever reason. I don't think the communication amoungst Sprint's employee's (ecspecially one whose job is a public policy spokesman) is so off that they wouldn't know what they are talking about. Has this guy gone rogue or something?

 

[Android 17]

Not to knock androidandme, since I like the site, but I would hold a bit more credibility towards an actual experienced Sprint employee (As John appears to be) and a major website which millions of people rely for tech news (engadget) over it.

 

[htc.EVOlution]

do people not read?

i guess i have to make a point for people

$10 is mandatory on all price plans...

 

[andddlay]

Ok sooo can we not spend 5 pages of posts over 10bucks a month.?

Get Over It or don't get the phone.

Stop this Shit!!

If you don't like it go to a diff thread can't we be curious and talk about it? geez, have patience dude...

 

[Nathy321]

YouTube - Sprint HTC EVO 4G Qik 2-way video chat demo

 

[htc.EVOlution]

Sprint's HTC EVO 4G put through its bandwidth-sucking paces -- Engadget

 

[mkampy]

yeah the more i think about it i'll be getting more no matter what at sprint, even with the $10 evo tax. the prob is the wife refuses to leave her iphone so i'll have to go it alone at sprint. how many minutes are in the 69.99 plan? 450? i think i reported how many minutes i have at att wrong before, thats what i used to have. 450 will be plenty more than half of what i get at at&t. again tho i fail to see how i'll be saving money but i'm married so i guess i have to deal with that

edit: not to mention i wont be dropping half my calls anymore lol

I am quoting as I go along, dont forget you will have ANY MOBILE as well, which will cut down on the min you will need
(apologies if this has been covered in the last few posts)

 

[keatre]

do people not read?

i guess i have to make a point for people

$10 is mandatory on all price plans...

Dude, chill out.

We're getting reports from different sites saying that it's not. Is it mandatory? Probably, yeah... But when a major site announces a strike-thru of mandatory, then add optional afterwards, it's worth posting.

 

[chriscrasto]

If it's mandatory or optional, I don't care either way. I'm getting an evo if I have to kill someone for it! I live in Houston and frequently visit San Antonio, I'm gonna be completely coverd by 4G goodness ^^

 

[RiverOfIce]

do people not read?

i guess i have to make a point for people

$10 is mandatory on all price plans...

It is not. I just called my rep from sprint. It is not.

There are 3 $10 packages running around.

1.) is for business costumers that do not have everything data plan.
2.) is for a group of apps that include movies, games, music and tv
3.) is for online storage of enterprise data.

All three are optional.

They are not charging for wimax on the everything data plans.

 

[keatre]

It is not. I just called my rep from sprint. It is not.

There are 3 $10 packages running around.

1.) is for business costumers that do not have everything data plan.
2.) is for a group of apps that include movies, games, music and tv
3.) is for online storage of enterprise data.

All three are optional.

They are not charging for wimax on the everything data plans.

Gah! Someone go tackle Dan at this thing and pin him down for a freakin Q & A on this crap!!

 

[mrk]

Android Central (androidcentral) on Twitter

OK. Sprint's backtracking on what it previously told us. $10 premium services fee is mandatory. Not optional. Sorry for the confusion.

Though I would like River's post to be correct. It doesn't read like that, however, in the statements from Sprint.

 

[htc.EVOlution]

It is not. I just called my rep from sprint. It is not.

There are 3 $10 packages running around.

1.) is for business costumers that do not have everything data plan.
2.) is for a group of apps that include movies, games, music and tv
3.) is for online storage of enterprise data.

All three are optional.

They are not charging for wimax on the everything data plans.

not charging wimax? your talking about the wireless router function and not the 4g...

as for everything else, hard ink on paper is what i see in the ad. anything else unless coming from sprint, doesn't matter unless someone can post something stating an explanation from sprint

 

[Onemyk]

My Call with the Sprint Rep!!!

TristanI will be happy to assist.
7:12:15 PM

Tristan
For account security and verification, may I please have the 6-10 digit PIN number on your account?
7:12:26 PM

Michael Thornton
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7:13:58 PM

Tristan
Thank you.One moment please.
7:14:53 PM

Tristan
How may I assist you today?
7:15:42 PM

Michael Thornton
I am currently on the Family Everything Plan -- Will this plan be compatible with the Sprint Evo that comes out on June 4th
7:19:49 PM

Tristan
Yes, you will be eligible to get this device with your plan.
7:20:37 PM

Michael Thornton
Is it correct that I would be available for an upgrade effective June 1st
7:21:39 PM

Tristan
May I ask which line is your line?
7:21:54 PM

Michael Thornton
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7:23:19 PM

Tristan
Yes, you are eligible for the $150 upgrade on 6-1-10
7:24:24 PM

Michael Thornton
Is it correct that I will have to pay the $10 for the premium Data plan??
7:25:20 PM

Michael Thornton
Do I also have to pay for it if there is no 4g in my area? Or is it just a mandatory extra $10 to have the evo?
7:27:15 PM

Tristan
One moment please.
7:31:41 PM

Tristan
You will have to pay the $10 data fee to use the 4G coverage if it is available in your area.
7:32:54 PM

Michael Thornton
So if it is not available, which it is not, I do not have to pay the $10 data fee- is that correct?
7:34:37 PM

Tristan
That is correct. It is only if you would like to use that coverage area.
7:35:15 PM

Michael Thornton
Well you have answered all my questions -- thank you so much!
7:38:32 PM

Tristan
Your very welcome.
7:38:47 PM

Tristan
My goal is to ensure the issues that prompted you to chat are fully resolved. Have I resolved all of your issues today?
7:39:06 PM

Michael Thornton
you sure did - Thanks!
7:40:28 PM

Tristan
It was my pleasure chatting with you, and I'm glad I was able to resolve your issues. You'll receive a very short survey as we close the session. If you don't mind, please take a moment to complete it and let my supervisor know how I did! I'm evaluated on my efforts to completely resolve issues such as yours, and I'd appreciate your feedback. If you have additional feedback you would like to provide, you may email sprint.customerappreciation@connextions.com- Thanks Again!

 

[htc.EVOlution]

Android Central (androidcentral) on Twitter



Though I would like River's post to be correct. It doesn't read like that, however, in the statements from Sprint.

thank you! and confirmed!

 

[RiverOfIce]

not charging wimax? your talking about the wireless router function and not the 4g...

as for everything else, hard ink on paper is what i see in the ad. anything else unless coming from sprint, doesn't matter unless someone can post something stating an explanation from sprint

The guy that we buy 1000's of phones through said that. Period. There will not be a monthly increase in the premier everything plans. Only if you want to add on the premier data plans, which will included music, movies, tv, and games.

Now they could be shifting him. It is possible. But so far, he has been right.

 

[htc.EVOlution]

The guy that we buy 1000's of phones through said that. Period. There will not be a monthly increase in the premier everything plans. Only if you want to add on the premier data plans, which will included music, movies, tv, and games.

Now they could be shifting him. It is possible. But so far, he has been right.

looks like u better read up 3 post and see...
not saying ur wrong, but that's what everyone is saying

 

[RichboyJhae]

Alright guys so who's happy about an amazing day? Release date on the EVO, new information. 2 way voice calling. This is a great day for the forum, a day many of us were aching for. Just wanted to set out some recognition for the guys making this possible. Sprint and HTC. So much buzz. I am SO excited for this phone.

 

[VGPOP]

I am so confused with the Everything Data Plan $69.99 or $79.99.

Is this only for internet connectivity? What about minute plans?

I will be a brand new Sprint customer.

How much money is it going to cost me that day? How much money do I have to bring?

In the email I received it says this:

May require up to a $36 activation fee/line, credit approval and deposit. Up to $200 early termination fee/line applies. Phone Offer: While supplies last. $449.99 - $150.00 (two-year activation) - $100.00 (mail-in rebate) = $199.99 (final price). Mail-in Rebate: Requires activation at the time of purchase. Line must be active 30 consecutive days. Allow 10 to 14 weeks for rebate

Does this mean that I will have to pay

$449.99 + data plan ($69.99) + minute plan (whatever it cost) + $36.00 activation fee + taxes?

 

[SoFLO]

You would think Sprint might have foreseen some confusion and added a little emphasis on the pricing...

 

[mkampy]

is the $10 surcharge going to be optional, or is it mandatory?

anyways, i just found out that i get a 15% discount b/c of work, so, guess who still comes out ahead?









me. it's me that comes out ahead.

Sprint too, if you are ditching another carrier...





Mission accomplished Mr. Hesse !!!

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[drksilenc]

gah sprint why cant u ever be CLEAR about something ffs...