Sprint Nextel Corp. finally released launch details for its highly-anticipated HTC Corp. Evo 4G device that was unveiled at the recent CTIA event in Las Vegas.
The carrier said the device will be available through all of its retail channels beginning June 4 for $200 after all rebates. Customers picking up the device, which is compatible with the carrier’s CDMA-based 3G network and WiMAX-based “4G” service will have to fork over an additional $10 per month on top of the currently available Everything Data plans that begin at $70 per month for unlimited data access to both networks. Bottom line: starting per-month charges for single lines will begin at $80 per month.
Customers looking to take advantage of the device’s embedded mobile hot spot feature that allows up to eight devices to connect through the Evo 4G’s cellular connection will pay an additional $30 per month, which Sprint Nextel tries to explain is half the usual $60 per month it charges for its Mobile Broadband plan.
The retail price for the device bumps up against the soft cap seemingly mandated by the price AT&T Mobility charges for Apple Inc.’s iPhone 3GS, while the monthly charges seem to still undercut price plans offering similar features offered by larger rivals Verizon Wireless and AT&T Mobility.
Sprint Nextel Evo 4G to launch June 4 at $200
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