iPhone vs. EVO, an Anandtech Review

[kaisies]

1) I am in the habit of keeping my cellphone in my back pocket. I did this with my 3g for two years and it never damaged the phone. But I noticed that the Evo 4g has a plastic case, which makes me wonder if it would hold up to being sat on all day. Do any of you keep your Evos in your back pocket?

no idea. thats just odd.

2) Does anyone have an issue with dropped calls on Sprint's network? And is the unlimited data *really* unlimited? I am currently on AT&T's unlimited data plan because I signed up for it before they switched over to charging for data usage- and I get to keep that unlimited plan until I stop renewing my contract. I use an excessive amount of data, so this is pretty important for me.

unlimited is completely unlimited. only thing that isn't is international data, and you can pay a one time fee and get that unlimited too (idk what it is)

3) How well does the hotspot feature work? One of the main reasons I want the Evo is for its hotspot capabilities. Does the connection drop in and out? Do you need to be on a 4g network, or can you use your 3g network? Everything I have read online says that you can use your 3g network- just making sure .

havn't used

4) How susceptible is the Evo to viruses? I have seen people complaining about downloading apps that wreak havoc on their phone. Is this a common issue?

I've ran some questionable programs and had no issues, but since its open, your def. more susceptible. Just dont run a wallpaper app that requests fine GPS, etc

5) I get to stop using iTunes to put music on my phone- right!?

 

[Caloy]

If you're very comfortable with the iPhone 4, I would suggest sticking to it. It's not a bad phone (except for the dropped calls, that is)... Okay it's a bad phone, but a very good PDA.

Wifi sharing is excellent as long as you have data coverage. You will add $30 to your bill though but that should compare with your current bill with AT&T.

I don't know about you, but the only thing my cousin's iPhone I'm envious about is the ease of transfering and managing multi-media.

It seems to me that you want dependable communications as well as ease of use. Unless Verizon get's the green light for the iPhone, I'm afraid you'll just have to choose which is more important for you.

I'll tell you a secret. I've had about 6 dropped calls from my Evo... I'm not sure if it's co-incidental but all those dropped calls came from an iPhone user on the other side... *wink*

 

[damewolf13]

The unlimited data with Sprint really is unlimited, and I have NEVER dropped a Sprint/Evo call yet.
I also have an AT&T phone (Backflip) which drops calls too often IMO, and AT&T is just too darn expensive for everything!
Also, about the viruses, that could happen on any Android device, though if you are being cautious about your downloads, it isn't too likely to happen. You have to beware where you download the apps from, and read the reviews from others who have downloaded it before you, and like EarlyMon said, beware of the permissions it requests before download.
My main advice to you would be to check out your Sprint coverage where you are, and if it is good, go for it. Sprint is a far better wireless provider, with better plans for the money, once again, in my opinion.

 

[dan330]

1) I am in the habit of keeping my cellphone in my back pocket. I did this with my 3g for two years and it never damaged the phone. But I noticed that the Evo 4g has a plastic case, which makes me wonder if it would hold up to being sat on all day. Do any of you keep your Evos in your back pocket?

2) Does anyone have an issue with dropped calls on Sprint's network? And is the unlimited data *really* unlimited? I am currently on AT&T's unlimited data plan because I signed up for it before they switched over to charging for data usage- and I get to keep that unlimited plan until I stop renewing my contract. I use an excessive amount of data, so this is pretty important for me.

3) How well does the hotspot feature work? One of the main reasons I want the Evo is for its hotspot capabilities. Does the connection drop in and out? Do you need to be on a 4g network, or can you use your 3g network? Everything I have read online says that you can use your 3g network- just making sure .

4) How susceptible is the Evo to viruses? I have seen people complaining about downloading apps that wreak havoc on their phone. Is this a common issue?

5) I get to stop using iTunes to put music on my phone- right!?

Thank you for your patience!

1. Dont do it. bad idea

2. yes. i do.. in a few areas that i drive past that I know kills my signal. otherwise it is solid.

3. it works fine.. on both 3G and 4G. Remember 3G is slower but fine for most things. you can only surf and make calls at the same time on 4G.

4. I would not say virus. there are some badly developed/designed apps that do a number on your OS and battery! uninstall them normally fixes these issues.

5. Yes. it acts like a usb memory drive. dump music into it any way you wish. the phone will find and play it. and there is a bunch of apps to help you do anything you wish with it.