Google Drive is live!

The worst kept secret on the planet is official now. That's right. Google's cloud service, Google Drive is live and direct on the web, Play Store, and Android. Google Drive is basically a re-branding of Google Docs, which isn't a bad thing. At the jump set, you get 5 GB to play with. You can upgrade up to 25 GB for 2.49 a month(which will also bump up your Gmail and Picasa storage as well), 100 GB for 4.99 a month, 1TB for $50 a month, and $800 a month for 16TB.

I haven't really put it through its paces yet, but this is a good start for Google, if they are going to compete in this field for the long term. My guess is that with their history of being able to infuse cash into whatever they get involved in, they will continue to upgrade Google Drive to become a dynamic piece of Google's ecosystem or it will die quickly. My guess is it will thrive as the future in cloud storage is upon us.



Once you go to Google Drive, you'll notice that is looks awfully familiar. Its basically Google Docs with a new name. You have to download an .exe file which in turn set  up a Google Drive folder on your hard drive. That's basically it. Just drag and drop files into your Google Drive folder or you can upload via the web application. On a side note, Google doesn't count any Google Doc files against your storage. My guess is, Google wants users to use your Docs more and more.

Also, there is a Google Drive app in the Play Store. Its a pretty clean interface with five options once you open.
    * My Drive - List all of your files and folders
    * Shared with me - List of files that were shared with you
    * Starred - All of your files you deem important and what to see right away
    * Recent - All of your recent actions you've done to your files
    * Offline - Files you've downloaded to your device to have when your connection is lost

Last but not least, here is Phil from Android Central doing a quick video of Google Drive.

                                                                                          

Sources: Google Drive, Cnet,

Rumor: Sprint releasing HTC EVO 4G LTE on May 18th

That phone up above ^^^^^^^^ could possibly be in my paws on May 18th. That's right my friends, a Sprint insider has told a friend at Androidandme that a May 18th release date is imminent. This rumor does follow up a rumor posted by Phonedog last week regarding that magical release date.

We all know that a pre-order date was established for May 7th. It will be priced nicely at $199.99 like all high end phones at Sprint.

I've read alot about the availability of LTE when the new EVO comes out, but will that stop you from upgrading or coming to Sprint? The best going for Sprint right now is their unlimited data plan. NOBODY can beat it right now. I'm curious to see if that will change when Sprint's Network Vision is completed in 2014. Personally, I'm a tech enthusiast and I will have this beauty in my hands on May 18th or in June.

Props to: Androidandme

Sprint Network Vision Locations added

As you can see in the upper image, Sprint has revealed 8 locations that were recently complete with Network Vision in their respective areas. Glad to see that Sprint is staying on the peddle on getting the LTE rollout out as fast as they can. 

The Eight locations listed are:

Akron, OH

Atlanta, GA

Chicago, IL

Ft. Worth, TX

Nashville, TN

Rialto, CA

Stockton, CA

With Sprint's rollout of the LG Viper, Galaxy Nexus, and the soon to be released HTC EVO 4G LTE,  some areas will hopefully be able to use LTE on their phones very soon. 

Props to: GoodandEvo

Name Change

Since the HTC One X name never materialized for Sprints version, I am changing the name. Thanks to Sprint, the EVO name will live on for the next Sprint flagship device. I will do my best to keep bringing news, rumors, and anything for the EVO 4G LTE. I'm excited to finally to see a light at the end of the tunnel. The EVO will be here soon and I just can't wait. Keep coming back as I will try to add content on a daily basic. Thanks again. Happy reading.

ME

Would you want a White HTC EVO 4G LTE?

Would you pass on a black EVO 4G LTE if a white version was available at launch? A forum member over at Android Central asked this. In the past, Sprint has come out with white version of their popular phones. My only questions is, would Sprint announce a white version before pre-orders start? Or would Best Buy have an exclusive again like the EVO 4G? And if Best Buy does get an exclusive again, would you wait and not pre-order in hopes of this? Now, that's an interesting question.

Head on over to Android Central's HTC EVO 4G forum to join in the discussion.

Props to: Android Central

Best Buy has a sign-up page for EVO 4G LTE Info

Thinking about upgrading to the HTC EVO 4G LTE with Best Buy? Have no fear, they have a sign up page now so you won't miss any details as we get closer to the launch of Sprint's next flagship device. I've already signed up but haven't gotten anything yet from them. Sprint has already released a pre-order date of May 7th. But besides that, no news on a launch date or accessories. Hopefully the marketing will start up soon.

Hit the link to sign up and get your emails straight from Best Buy.

Best Buy HTC EVO 4G LTE Info page

HTC One X vs HTC EVO 4G LTE

Now that Sprint has unveiled their version of the HTC One X, called the HTC EVO 4G LTE, let's see who's on top of the world right now. I'm going to list many features of the phone to compare and based this off of my thinking and what I've read on the net since last night. Let's Go!!!!

		HTC One X				HTC EVO 4G LTE
	Design:	All white unibody		x		All black with red accents
						and silver trim
	Screen:	4.7-inch Super LCD2 display		x		4.7-inch Super LCD2 display		x
	Processor:	Qualcomm S4 processor at 1.5 GHz		x		Qualcomm S4 processor at 1.5 GHz		x
	Camera:	F2.0 8mm wide-angle optics		x		F2.0 8mm wide-angle optics		x
	Software:	Ice Cream Sandwich and Sense 4		x		Ice Cream Sandwich and Sens 4		x
	Audio:	Beat by Dre		x		Beat by Dre		x
	Battery:	1800mah				2000mah removable		x
	Storage:	16gb				16gb and sd card slot		x
	Other:					HD Voice		x

In my honest opinion, the One X is so different from what HTC has done in the past, that a lot of folks would rather have this version. But on the other hand, the EVO 4G LTE stays true to the EVO spirit and has the kickstand back, that might swayed the OG EVO owners to stay HTC versus getting the Galaxy Nexus or waiting to see if Samsung brings the SGIII to Sprint.

I'm staying with Sprint cause I like the style of the EVO. I kinda wished for more red accents but since I'll be on Sprint, I have a bigger battery and a micro sd slot.

Update: I forgot to mention that the EVO 4G LTE is going to come with Google Wallet also.

Sprint announces the HTC EVO 4G LTE

Sprint has formally announced the next EVO in the family. It will be called the HTC EVO 4G LTE. A little long on the name but I guess EVO One didn't fit the name history. The phone looks nothing like the AT&T version. I preferably like their version better. The EVO LTE will be all black with red accent, and metal trim. There were no specs revealed at the unveiling, so I'm guessing the same as the rumored specs right now. Sprint did mention that their version will have a micro sd slot and a kickstand.

Contract price will be 199.99, which will happily keep alot of folks on Sprint happy. You can't go wrong with a price point like that. Pre-sales will start on May 7th.

Sprint also mentioned Beat by Dre audio and the camera of course. This was a short 30 minute presentation.

Update: The EVO does have a dedicated camera buttom and only a 2000mah batter

More pics down bottoms.

                        


 

Pics from Android Central

Leaked photos ahead on today's announement

Our friends over at Droid-Life managed to get some leaded photos of the upcoming HTC EVO One. As we see, Android Central's tip was right in that phone will have a black/red combo scheme, with a kickstand too. I don't mind the color scheme, but it does look like the past EVO's in style. I was hoping yesterday's leaked press shot was just a fake as I like the new look HTC is going with. We've all heard about the insides of this beast, which should help sales if they plan on keeping the EVO look.

I can't wait to finally see it in all its glory this evening. I will be glued to my screen and will report back with my thoughts tonight. More screen shots below.

Props to: Droid-Life
   

HTC EVO One - Press Shot

This my friend is the first press shot of the HTC EVO One sandwiched in between AT&T's One X and T-Mobile's One S. As we know, Sprint will be unveiling this thing of beauty tomorrow afternoon with HTC in New York.

As we know, Android Central got a juicy tip last week of the reported specs. Rumors have 4.7 inch screen, 720 Amoled screen, 1.5 dual-core Krait processor, 2650mah non-removal battery, 16GB internal memory, micro sd card slot, Android 4.0 with 4.0 sense, 8 megapixel camera with 2.0 front facing, LTE, and Beats by Dre audio.

Tomorrow can't come soon enough. Also, will the rumored launch date is  June 6th.

Props to: Goodandevo via Pocketnow

HTC One X - Reviews - Videos

The Verge

Phonedog Part 1

Phonedog Part 2

Phonearena

HTC One X Reviews - Articles

Today is the day to of the One X reviews. Here are some that I'm come across

AndroidCentral

AndroidCommunity

The Verge

Endgadget

Phonescoop

Sense 4 Guide

That fact that I'm doing this blog out of my love for the phone and in no way will I get this toy until June 6th, I'll just let Phil show what Sense 4 will offer in his article.  Its pretty detailed and a great read also. Click the link for all the news and review you want on Sense 4. Thanks again Phil.

Props to: AndroidCentral

AT&T One X released pushed back to May 6th?

While we still wait for an official announcement from ATT&T on the release of the HTC One X, Best Buy might of spilled the beans. What you see in that pic above is an email from BB to a customer that had already pre-ordered the One X. The email tells said customer that the release date has been pushed back to May 6th. Even though nobody knows exactly when the release is, that sku # does mean that it will be in stock at some point in the near future.

Props to: AndroidCentral

HTC One Series in store already in Germany

Anybody living in Germany a fan of the HTC One Series? You might want to head down to Media Markt. They have decided to put the Series on their shelves a few days early. Reports are that the One X is priced at €579  and the One S at €519. No pricing was available for the One V.  Who's excited to get their hands on HTC's new flagship device?


Props to: Androidandme

HTC One X - Sprint Rumor

Phil over at AndroidCentral just received a curious email regarding the HTC Jet (One X) for Sprint. Nothing is confirmed but here are the tidbits from the email.

"Our HTC rep come in today and showed my the new phone that Sprint will be announcing April 4th. The phone is to be called something like HTC EVO One and be released June 6th, here is what I know about the phone...

4.7 inch, 720 Amoled screen
1.5 dual-core krait processor
2650mah non-removal battery
16GB internal memory + micro sd card slot
Android 4.0 with 4.0 sense
8 megapixel camera with 2.0 front facing
LTE, beat by Dre adio

Phone is black, & red and has a nice EVO 4g look to it, super thin and feel solid in your hands. Phone also has kick stand about 1 inch under the camera, seems weird but actually works nice."

What do you think?


Props to: Phil @ Android Central

HTC One X and One V gets first love in China and Taiwan

China Times is reporting that the HTC One X and V will have its first market release in China and Taiwan on April 2nd. Looks like the UK will have to wait 3 days before releasing it in their market.

Pricing will be 20,900 Taiwan dollars (about $706) for the One X, while the One V will be 10,900 Taiwan dollars (about $368). That should be alright considering the One X is the franchise phone and the V will be pulling up the rear. 

Props to: Unwiredview 

HTC One X and S up for pre-order at Vodafone UK

With April just around the corner, our day of the seeing the HTC One X up close and personal is almost here. The HTC One X and HTC One S have popped up for pre-order on Vodafone. The One X is being offered for free on a two-year contract of £41 or more per month. This will come with 900 minutes, unlimited text and a GB of date. If you're the frugal type, there's also the plan at £26 per month which will set you back £299 up-front. 

The One S is being offered for free also, on a 2-year plan at £36 per month. This will get you 600 minutes, unlimited texts and a GB of data. 

Props to: Android Central via Vodafone

HTC One X Hands On

Not much going on right now in the land of the HTC One X. So, I thought I would post another video of this sweet looking phone.

HTC and Sprint to hold an event on April 4th

Sprint and HTC sent out invites on Tuesday for a joint event between Sprint and HTC. The rumor mills suggests that they will announce the HTC Onc X as the next Sprint flagship device. S4GRU announced on Monday that Sprint would be releasing the HTC One X on June 10th, so this event could very well be the official announcement. Sprint CEO Dan Hesse and HTC President Jason Mackenzie will be on hand to officially spill the beans. Who on Sprint is waiting for a 4.6 inch HD display, Snapdragon S4 chip set, 8 mp camera, and Sense 4? I know I am.

Props to: BGR

UK HTC One prices emerge

Pre-orders pricing for the One Series in the UK is now available. Amazon, Clove and Expansys are listing the HTC One X for £490-500. Amazon and Clove are listing the One S for £440-450. They are both still carrying a release date of April 5th . 

As we know, there still isn't a definite release date for the US release. Rumors have said April, but nothing in stone yet. 

Props to: Android Central

HTC One X coming to Sprint on June 10th?

Could the HTC One X be the third LTE phone released behind the Samsung Galaxy and LG Viper? According to S4GRU, they have dug up enough evidence to safely say that the HTC One X will be released on June 10th. The info they obtained has a phone codenamed the HTC Jet, which has the same specs as the HTC One X. This will be the same version as the one AT&T will release in April. It will come with the S4 Snapdragon chipset and also NFC capability. There is no word if the name will change to the EVO HD. But it seems that also two years to the date, Sprint will be releasing another franchise device.

Sourece: S4GRU

HTC One X on it way down under

The HTC One X has found another home in the land down under. Yes folk, its coming to the Aussies. It's been spotted on the Virgin Mobile web page there. It will be free with a 2-year contract on a $59 plan or higher. Unfortunately, you'll only be getting the Tegra 3 quad core version since there is basically no LTE at this stage is Australia. The One X will also be making the rounds to Optus, and the One XL going to Telstra.

Props to: Androidcommunity

HTC One X get a Deluxe Edition in Taiwan

Before even being released, the HTC One X is being packaged in a Limited Deluxe edition in Taiwan.

HTC announced in Taiwan that the HTC One X will be packaged with a pair of  Solo Beat by Dre headphones. It will set you back a nice chunk since the price will be 24,900 TWD, or $842 in US Currency.

There's no word if this will be released in other parts of the world. Guess you better call your buddy over in Asia if you want this.

Props to: Androidcommunity and Unwired View

HTC Media Link HD passes through the FCC

The HTC Media Link HD which will be a HTC One Series accessories, got the love from the FCC recently. The HTC Media Link HD will be able to do 1080p mirroring with a HDMI equipped TV. You'll be able to watch games, videos, photos, and music on your big screen. Also, as you know, this little toy is up for pre-order at Clove in the UK. Pricing is rumored to be around $120.

 Props to: Phandroid

HTC One X flies through the FCC

Its only a matter of time before we get a definite date of release here in the States. Yes, the One X has passed through the FCC mittens. Let the speculation begin. Will it be on any of the three carriers besides ATT&T? Hopefully. To me, this will be one of the first big releases this year. What do you think?

Props to: Androidcommunity

HTC One X gets Root and Superboot

Boy, that was fast. Already before its release, the HTC One X has already gotten root permission. Rom developer "Modaco" has already put together a superboot package that will easily give the phone root permission. all you would have to do is run a script on your PC/Mac/Linux desktop over a USB connection. Just make sure you're in bootloader mode.

Props to Androidcommunity

HTC One X - Hands on again

While at Three UK's 2012 showcase event, Android Central decided to do a second hands on with the HTC One X. Here, they show more of Sense 4 in the flesh.

Props to Android Central

HTC One Series - Hands One

Androidandme does a hands on video of the HTC One series. I'm hoping Sprint gets the One X. My EVO 4G is still going strong but I'm ready for a new piece of hardware.

HTC One X will be on all UK Networks

HTC is making sure you will have your choice of network to pick from if you are considering the HTC One X or One S. O2, Three, Vodafone, Orange and T-Mobile are saying they will carry the One X and One S. O2 and Three will carry the One V. No definitive date has been pronounced yet but its been rumored to be in April sometime. What do you think UK fans? Are you excited? 


Props to: Android Central

HTC One X Accessories

Official Accessories according to HTCpedia for the HTC One X


HTC One X Card Dock                 Bluetooth Speaker Phone        Stereo Clip Audio Bride




     Medi Link HD Adapter        HTC One X Hard Shell Case


Go to HTCpeadi to see the full description of accessories

One X images with ImageSense

As you know, HTC has included a new camera technology called ImageSense with the their new One series. Its a completely different chip that is just used for the camera to make using the camera an enjoyable experience. Here are a couple of stills from the camera. Hit the source link for more photos. I also included a video of the camera in action. You gotta love that you can take stills while recording a video. And if you hold hold the capture button down, you can continuously take pictures.

      

Props to: Androidcommunity

HTC One X - Review

HTC One X Camera Feature

Rumor: HTC One X coming to T-Mobile and Sprint?

According to our friends at Androidandme, T-Mobile's version with have a quad-core Tegra 3 processor that supports HSPA+. Sprint's version will be the same S4 Snapdragon processor as AT&T with integrated LTE. Also, Sprint might keep the EVO name with the likes of EVO LTE, EVO HD, or EVO 3. Here's hoping we will find out sooner rather than later on pricing and availability.


Props to: Androidandme

Fulls Specs on the HTC One X



Carrier: AT&T
Display: Super IPS LCD2 capacitive touchscreen
Memory: 32 GB internal storage, 1 GB RAM
Camera : 8 MP LED Flash, Simultaneous HD video and image recording
              1.3 MP Front camera
Thickness: 9.3 mm
Screen size: 4.7
OS: 4.0 ICS, Sense 4
Insides: Nvidia Tegra 3, Quad-core 1.5 GHz
Battery: 1800 mAh non-removable battery


Hit the source link for the full specs

 Props to gsmareana

HTC One Series Official Launch