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===Processor and Memory===
===Processor and Memory===
The EVO 3D is powered by the [[Qualcomm]] MSM8660 chipset which contains dual [[Snapdragon (system on chip)|Snapdragon]] Scorpion microprocessor, each clocked at 1.2 GHz and an embedded Adreno 220 for improved graphic performance. It also features 1GB of RAM which allows a smoother experience while pairing up with its powerful dual-core [[Snapdragon]] processor.
The EVO 3D is powered by the [[Qualcomm]] MSM8660 chipset which contains dual [[Snapdragon (system on chip)|Snapdragon]] Scorpion microprocessor, each clocked at 1.2 GHz and an embedded Adreno 220 for improved graphic performance. It also features 1GB of RAM which allows a smoother experience while pairing up with its powerful dual-core [[Snapdragon]] processor.

===Screen===
===Screen===
The HTC EVO 3D features the same screen size, 4.3-inches, but an upgrade resolution 540x960 comparing to 480x800 to its predecessor. Despite having the same screen size to its predecessor, it features a different aspect ratio of 16:9 comparing to 5:3 from the [[HTC EVO 4G]]. It is also the first mobile phone which features naked eye 3D display technology. The phone is capable of switching between 2D / 3D for gaming as well as image viewing.
The HTC EVO 3D features the same screen size, 4.3-inches, but an upgrade resolution 540x960 comparing to 480x800 to its predecessor. Despite having the same screen size to its predecessor, it features a different aspect ratio of 16:9 comparing to 5:3 from the [[HTC EVO 4G]]. It is also the first mobile phone which features naked eye 3D display technology. The phone is capable of switching between 2D / 3D for gaming as well as image viewing.
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===Storage===
===Storage===
The EVO 3D features 1GB internal storage and a pre-installed 8GB Class 2 microSDHC card. With the microSD slot which is feature across the EVO generations, it allows user to expand further up to 32GB.
The EVO 3D features 1GB internal storage and a pre-installed 8GB Class 2 microSDHC card. With the microSD slot which is feature across the EVO generations, it allows user to expand further up to 32GB.

==Criticism==
===Phone freeze===
Some users have experienced unexpected freezes and restarts with HTC EVO 3D.<ref>[http://community.sprint.com/baw/thread/73278?start=30]</ref> Various reports that the phone freezes frequently on idle or immediately after the phone waking from sleep. Few believe that the problem is caused by firmware version installed on the phone, and a factory reset should solve the issue. Most of the users who are having the issue had no luck doing a factory reset of the phone, as the freezes continued to occur with any sign of reduction in its frequency.
===Random restart===
Some users experience random restarts while using the phone and often times the system are unable to recover from these restarts as it loops in the Sprint welcoming logo cycle.<ref>[http://androidforums.com/htc-evo-3d/363924-random-rebooting.html]</ref> It is reported that the infinite loop issue can be fixed by pulling out the battery and putting it back in to perform a proper power up of the phone. However, the fix does not stop the random restart issue from occurring in future uses as some believes that the issue is associated with the heat generated by the battery which forces the motherboard to perform safe restart.
A senior member in xda-developers.com forum claims that he has found a possible permanent fix to the restart issue. He claims that he has solved the issue by reformatting the SD card, wiping phone cache and flashing to a [[ROM]].
===Battery Life===
Some users have complained that the battery life for the HTC EVO 3D have not improved from its predecessor, [[HTC EVO 4G]]<ref>[http://androidforums.com/htc-evo-3d/333120-battery-life-battery-options-12.html]</ref>. Some reports the battery life is poor as it often times does not last for a full day under normal usage (emailing, calling, texting). Experts explain that its 3D shooting/recording and high CPU frequency (Dual-core 1.2 Ghz) is responsible for its short battery life, and it can be improved significantly by reducing the use of 3D or flashing to a rooted ROM to perform CPU frequency under-clocking<ref>[http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1141221]</ref>.

===3D viewing===
===3D viewing===
The naked eye 3D viewing technology is newly introduced to the mobile device market, and many users have reported poor viewing angles and some have experienced eye strain and headaches after extensive views of 3D images on the phone<ref>[http://community.htc.com/na/htc-forums/f/87/t/12218.aspx]</ref>. Nonetheless, many users expressed their passionate interest for the phone positively associate with its convenient 3D image capture technology.
The naked eye 3D viewing technology is newly introduced to the mobile device market, and many users have reported poor viewing angles and some have experienced eye strain and headaches after extensive views of 3D images on the phone<ref>[http://community.htc.com/na/htc-forums/f/87/t/12218.aspx]</ref>. Nonetheless, many users expressed their passionate interest for the phone positively associate with its convenient 3D image capture technology.



==Hardware==
==Hardware==

Revision as of 17:54, 17 May 2012

HTC EVO 3D, HTC EVO V 4G
HTC EVO 3D
Sprint Evo 3D Phone
ManufacturerHTC Corporation
TypeSmartphone
SeriesHTC Evo
Availability by regionJune 24 2011 USA, August, 2011
PredecessorHTC Evo 4G
SuccessorHTC Evo 4G LTE
RelatedHTC Evo Shift 4G
HTC Evo Design 4G
Compatible networksSprint, Virgin Mobile USA
Form factorSlate
Dimensions127 mm (5.0 in) H
66 mm (2.6 in) W
12 mm (0.47 in) D
Weight170 g (6.0 oz)
Operating systemAndroid 2.3.4 Gingerbread, HTC Sense 3.0 (upgradable to Android 4.0 ice cream sandwich, Sense 3.6), Android 4.0.3 with HTC Sense (Virgin Mobile)
CPUDual-Core, 1.2 GHz Qualcomm MSM8660 (Snapdragon)
GPUQualcomm Adreno 220
Memory1 GB RAM
Storage1 GB eMMC
Removable storageMicro-SDHC 8 GB (32 GB max)
Battery1730 mAh Lithium-ion battery
Rear cameraBackside Illumination Dual 5 megapixel autofocus with dual LED flash, rear-facing
Front camera1.3 megapixel, front-facing
Display960×540 px, 4.3 in (10.9 cm) at 256 ppi qHD Capacitative Super-LCD (0.49 megapixels) Autostereoscopic 3D-capable (glasses-free)
ConnectivityTri-band CDMA/EVDO Rev. A (800/800ESMR[1]/1900 MHz)
2.5 to 2.7 GHz WiMAX 802.16e[2]
Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n)[3]
Bluetooth v3.0 + HS
Micro USB
HDMI (via MHL)
Data inputsMulti-touch touchscreen display
3-axis accelerometer
3-axis gyroscope
Digital compass
Proximity sensor
Ambient light sensor
Development statusRELEASED - CURRENT
Hearing aid compatibilityM4/T3[4]
OtherWi-Fi Hotspot, FM-Radio, GPS navigation

The HTC EVO 3D (also known as HTC EVO V 4G) is an Android smartphone that allows for the creation and viewing of 3D content through the use of two 5 MP rear-facing cameras and a glasses-free 3D-capable 4.3" qHD touch screen. In the United States, the EVO 3D is available on the Sprint and Virgin Mobile networks. Several GSM variants are also available in Canada, Europe and Asia.

History

Evo 3D sample stereoscopic photo, with left & right images alternated for viewing on 2D computer screens

Sprint announced the HTC EVO 3D during CTIA in Orlando, Florida, on March 22, 2011. On May 2, Best Buy employees received permission to start receiving pre-orders for the HTC Evo 3D, but only if a customer who was not planning on buying a currently available model specifically requested it.[citation needed]

On May 19, 2011, information was leaked on various websites of a possible June 4 release date for the phone. The leak appeared to originate from an internal Radio Shack email.

On May 24, 2011, it was confirmed that the Evo 3D has been locked down with a cryptographically signed bootloader, recovery, and kernel image - thereby most likely foreclosing custom roms such as CyanogenMod. On May 24, 2011 HTC released a statement via Facebook, saying that they are reviewing their bootloader policy. On May 26, 2011 Peter Chou, the CEO of HTC, announced on Facebook that "we will no longer be locking the bootloaders on our devices." [5] Since this statement, a bootloader unlock method for this device, as well as other locked devices, have become available via HTC's developer website, HTCDev.com.

A Radio Shack ad leaked the price for the Evo 3D at US$199.99 with 2-year contract or $600.00 and $499.99 without contract, with a trade in credit on the HTC Evo 4G or Evo Shift of $100.

A second Radio Shack ad leaked on June 1 indicated that the Evo 3D will be released on June 24, with pre-orders ending on June 24. It maintained that the Evo 3D will be $100 off with the trade in of either the HTC Evo 4G or the HTC Evo Shift 4G

On June 6, 2011[6], Sprint officially announced that the HTC Evo 3D will be available on June 24, 2011. Internet retailer Wirefly posted a video review of the HTC EVO 3D on June 6, 2011. It was also reported the phone would be available worldwide, and in Canada on the Rogers network.

On July 27, 2011[7], Vodafone UK announced that it will not offer the HTC Evo 3D citing delays and has removed it from its coming soon page.

A spokesman for the company states:

"There’s been speculation recently regarding availability of HTC EVO 3D.
We can confirm that due to delays in the launch of the HTC EVO 3D, we no longer intend to include the device in our smartphone range. We’ll be contacting any customers who registered their interest shortly.
We realize this might come as a disappointment, but we’ve got some really exciting handsets in the pipeline. Keep an eye on our coming soon section for all the latest information about the products coming to Vodafone."

The EVO 3D has since been released in Australia as of September 2011 by both Telstra and Vodafone using GSM/3G networking.

The HTC India, has launched the EVO 3D on March, 22,2011 MRP Rs.35,990 ($673 approx.)[8]

Also on January 12, 2012 HTC Software Update 2.17.651.5 fixed the device clock issue (GPS-disciplined rather than UTC, hence 15 seconds fast, like in the EVO 4G).

On April 4, 2012,HTC Evo 4G LTE, the direct successor to the HTC EVO 3D, was announced and it can be preorder on May 7th from Sprint. Its next generation will feature upgrade Android 4.0 ICS operating system, 1.5 GHz dual-core professor, 1GB RAM and 16GB of internal memory with no external memory and removable battery support

On April 21, 2012, shortly after the announcement of its successor, HTC Evo 4G LTE, Sprint officially announced that the HTC EVO 3D is no longer available for sale in its online store

On May 8th, at CTIA 2012, it was reported by Engadget and The Verge that, starting on May 31st, Virgin Mobile USA would begin selling the EVO 3D (under the name HTC EVO V 4G) to it's customers at $299.99 sans contract. [9] [10] The Virgin Mobile version will be sold running Android 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich (ICS), with HTC Sense version 3.6 running atop of the OS, making it the first prepaid handset to launch with Android 4.0.

Features

The HTC EVO 3D stays true to its previous EVO’s classic outlook while introducing many more refined features. The front of the device is designed nearly identical to its predecessors, HTC EVO 4G, HTC Evo Shift 4G and HTC EVO Design 4G. However, the rest of the appearance of the phone looks completely renovated, as it adds camera shutter button and 2D/3D control switch on the side. In addition, on the rear you’ll find its most innovative feature, the two 5.0 megapixel cameras to capture 2D/3D photos and videos up to 720p. In addition, there are some minor changes in positioning to its volume button and miscroUSB port, and the microUSB port doubles up as microHDMI.

Processor and Memory

The EVO 3D is powered by the Qualcomm MSM8660 chipset which contains dual Snapdragon Scorpion microprocessor, each clocked at 1.2 GHz and an embedded Adreno 220 for improved graphic performance. It also features 1GB of RAM which allows a smoother experience while pairing up with its powerful dual-core Snapdragon processor.

Screen

The HTC EVO 3D features the same screen size, 4.3-inches, but an upgrade resolution 540x960 comparing to 480x800 to its predecessor. Despite having the same screen size to its predecessor, it features a different aspect ratio of 16:9 comparing to 5:3 from the HTC EVO 4G. It is also the first mobile phone which features naked eye 3D display technology. The phone is capable of switching between 2D / 3D for gaming as well as image viewing.

Camera

This EVO features two rear-facing 5 megapixel cameras capable of capturing videos and photos in 720p and dual LED flash which can be turned on to helps to illuminate objects. The device also features a single 1.3 megapixel front-facing camera for video conferencing and taking portrait photos and it can be used in some other applications on the market.

Storage

The EVO 3D features 1GB internal storage and a pre-installed 8GB Class 2 microSDHC card. With the microSD slot which is feature across the EVO generations, it allows user to expand further up to 32GB.

3D viewing

The naked eye 3D viewing technology is newly introduced to the mobile device market, and many users have reported poor viewing angles and some have experienced eye strain and headaches after extensive views of 3D images on the phone[11]. Nonetheless, many users expressed their passionate interest for the phone positively associate with its convenient 3D image capture technology.

Hardware

Processor

MSM8660 (1.2 GHz Dual Core processor) + SQN1210 (WiMAX)

Audio Output

Wolfson WM8994E DAC

Operating System

Android™ 2.3 (Gingerbread) with HTC Sense 3.5, upgrade-able to Android™ 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) with HTC Sense 3.6

Internal Memory

4GB eMMC / RAM 1GB

Display

4.3" inch Super LCD 540x960 QHD resolution 3D display

3D Compatibility

3D Capture and playback for photos and videos; display downloaded content formatted in 3D; stream 3D content wirelessly to 3D TV

Network

CDMA EVDO and 4G WIMAX w/ GPS

Camera

Two 5 MP Color CMOS with auto focus for 3D; 5 MP Color CMOS with auto focus for 2D; 1.3 MP Color CMOS Front Camera

Connectivity

Bluetooth® 3.0 + High Speed, Wi-Fi®: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n, 3.5mm stereo audio jack, micro-USB (5-pin micro-USB)

Battery

Rechargeable 1730 mAh

Dimensions

5" (L) x 2.6" (W) x 0.47" (T)

Weight

6 Ounces[12]

See also

Notes

References

  1. ^ Zeman, Eric. "HTC Evo 3D Approved with 800MHz ESMR Support". Phonescoop.com. Retrieved 4 June 2011.
  2. ^ "HTC Mobile Phones - Evo Sprint - Overview". Htc.com. Retrieved 2010-06-24.
  3. ^ "HTC Evo 4G Update Back With Improved Wi-Fi". www.phonescoop.com. Retrieved 2010-07-04.
  4. ^ "Sprint Relay Store". Retrieved 2011-12-15.
  5. ^ Chou, Peter (2011-05-26). "There has been..." Retrieved 2011-05-28.
  6. ^ Savov, Vlad. "HTC Evo 3D Launches June 24th". Blog Post. Retrieved 7 June 2011.
  7. ^ "Vodafone UK dumping the upcoming GSM HTC EVO 3D". Retrieved 27 July 2011. {{cite web}}: |first= missing |last= (help); Unknown parameter |= ignored (help)
  8. ^ HTC EVO 3D price in India
  9. ^ http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/08/evo-v-4g-hands-on/
  10. ^ http://www.theverge.com/2012/5/8/3007021/virgin-mobile-htc-evo-v-4g-may-31-launch
  11. ^ [1]
  12. ^ HTC. "HTC Evo 3D Tech Specs". HTC.

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