Sprint announces the Samsung Epic 4G

Sprint announces the Samsung Epic 4G

Sprint announces the Samsung Epic 4G

Looks like the rumors were on track, as Sprint announced the Samsung Epic 4G, which will be launched on August 31, priced at $ 249.99 after instant discount (instant rebate) of $ 150 and another rebate (mail- in rebate) for $ 100. The device is more or less a Galaxy S with a sliding keyboard QWERTY, and with differences here, here and there. The Epic 4G will be available for pre-order from August 13, and customers can purchase the device in Sprint Stores August 31 The technical specifications of the Epic 4G include:

    * 1GHz Processor Samsung
    * Screen Capacitive 4 "Super AMOLED
    * 3G/4G wireless connectivity with support for Wi-Fi hotspot up to 5 devices
    * Android 2.1 (with FroYo 2.2 in the near future)
    * Bluetooth 2.1
    * GPS
    * MicroSD Slot
    * 1GB of ROM and 512MB RAM
    * Battery 1500mAh
    * 5 megapixel camera