HTC EVO Shift 4G

413 reviews

Apr, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 413 reviews of HTC EVO Shift 4G. The average rating for this product is 3.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Cell phones for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the durability and design. The screen and performance are also mentioned favorably. There are some negative comments about the reliability. Opinions are divided on the battery.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Cell phones the HTC EVO Shift 4G is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 84/100 = Very good quality.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 349 user reviews of HTC EVO Shift 4G from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.8/5 for other Cell phones on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the durability and design. The screen and performance also get good feedback, but some have doubts about the reliability.

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59% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Morti (htcphones.net)

HTC EVO Shift 4G Review

The Android market has seen an astounding rise ever since the mobile Operating System made its foray in the industry. A robust competitor in the market, Android took the world by storm with its open source nature giving manufacturers, developers and...

That said, the HTC EVO Shift 4G is one of the major accomplishments of HTC, pivoted against the other 4G phones in the market like the Samsung Epic 4G. The feature rich smartphone is company's well priced less- intimidating 4G mobile that slots in...

Apr, 2011

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Expert review by : L.K. (htcphones.net)

HTC EVO Shift 4G Hardware Video

If earlier you had a thought that HTC EVO Shift 4G is just only a small version of HTC EVO 4G, then you're rather mistaken. There are rather interesting features that they have in common such as they both work with WiMax 4G networks, they have Android...

Jan, 2011

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Expert review by : Bonnie Cha (cnet.com)

HTC Evo Shift 4G (Sprint) review

Debuting just before CES 2011, the HTC Evo Shift 4G is Sprint's third 4G smartphone and also the most affordable one in its lineup. At $149.99 with a two-year contract, it's $50 less than the Samsung Epic 4G and the HTC Evo 4G and sure, the cheaper...

The HTC Evo Shift 4G has a solid design with a comfortable physical keyboard. The Android 2.2 smartphone is 4G capable and can be used as a mobile hot spot.

Lacks a front-facing camera and HDMI port.

For those who crave a physical keyboard, the HTC Evo Shift 4G is a solid choice with a more wallet-friendly price than its 4G competitors, and it doesn't sacrifice too many features.

Jan, 2011

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Expert review by : Ginny Mies (pcworld.com)

HTC EVO Shift 4G

The flood of 4G phones at CES 2011 started with the HTC EVO Shift 4G ($150 with a two-year contract from Sprint). Available starting on January 9, the Shift 4G is a follow-up to last year's popular HTC EVO 4G, the first 4G phone on Sprint's WiMax...

Solid performance ; Affordable 4G phone

4G coverage isn't consistent ; No front-facing camera

4G goes mainstream with the HTC EVO Shift, an inexpensive Android smartphone with a full-QWERTY keyboard.

Jan, 2011

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Expert review by : David Kravets (wired.com)

Review: Sprint Sprint HTC EVO Shift

Anonymously texting your friends and colleagues with vulgar messages is quite amusing. Sprint Sprint HTC EVO Shift 5/10 Learn How We Rate Wired : Slide-out...

Slide-out QWERTY keyboard is a texter’s dream. Software is stable and fast. The sharp screen makes reading tiny text easy. Smaller form factor sits better in your jeans

Keyboard is tough to operate single-handed. One wimpy camera means no videoconferencing. Battery life is less than awesome. Puny 2-GB microSD card is an affront to all that’s decent and wholesome

Jan, 2011

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Expert review by : Jamie Lendino (pcmag.com)

HTC EVO Shift 4G (Sprint)

The HTC EVO Shift 4G may be down slightly on power and screen size compared to the EVO 4G and Epic 4G, but it's still an awesome Android device.

Responsive Android build. Attractive UI. Glass touch screen is sharp and bright. Excellent music and video playback. WiMAX 4G.

Memory card slot is buried underneath the battery. Slightly stiff keyboard. You have to pay extra for 4G even if you can't use it.

Multimedia, Camera, and Conclusions HTC's upgraded music player works like a miniature jukebox for album art. The app was easy to use and responsive, and the standard-size 3.5mm headphone jack is a boon for music fans. Music tracks also sounded clear...

Jan, 2011

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Expert review by : Joni Blecher (letstalk.com)

HTC EVO Shift 4G (Sprint)

The HTC EVO Shift 4G may not be the slimmest Android 2.2 cell phone available, but it has tons of features that make it a good choice for those in the market for a workhorse smartphone.

Mar, 2011

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Expert review by : PhoneArena Team (phonearena.com)

HTC EVO Shift 4G Review

After given the prestigious title of being the “first” of many things, the HTC EVO 4G has clearly raised the bar on Sprint's lineup with its vast arsenal of features and top notch performance. Attempting to discretely differentiate itself from that,...

Jan, 2011

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Expert review by : Ed Hardy (brighthand.com)

HTC EVO Shift 4G Review: A Magnificant Mobile Messager

The EVO Shift is available now from Sprint for $150 with a two year voice and data plan. Without the contract it's price is $400

Good keyboard ; 4G wireless data ; Decent battery life

Weak Adobe Flash support

Just keep in mind though, turning on 4G WiMAX is a serious drain. And if you use the EVO Shift as a 4G hotspot so that WiMAX and Wi-Fi are on at the same time, you'd better have this smartphone plugged in

Jun, 2011

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Expert review by : Ed Hardy (brighthand)

HTC EVO Shift 4G Review: A Magnificant Mobile Messager

Those who want to use their smartphone to do a lot of emailing or texting should check out the HTC EVO 4G, an Android smartphone from Sprint that offers WiMAX, a sliding keyboard, 3.6-inch display, and 5 megapixel camera.

Good keyboard ; 4G wireless data ; Decent battery life

Weak Adobe Flash support

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Jun, 2011

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