Samsung EPIC 4G
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Samsung EPIC 4G Overview
The Samsung EPIC 4G is Sprint's specially branded version of the Samsung Galaxy S. Samsung announced all their Galaxy S devices simultaneously, and the EPIC 4G has several unique features and capabilities that help it stand out from its brethren.
Unlike the other Galaxy S versions, the EPIC 4G takes advantage of Sprint's ever-growing 4G WiMAX network, which is why it's got that "4G" tacked onto the end of its name. Other differences include a 5-row QWERTY hardware slide-out keyboard and an LED flash to go with its 5MP camera. Unfortunately the EPIC 4G only has 1GB of internal memory as opposed to the 16GB included in the T-Mobile and AT&T variants.
Samsung EPIC 4G Specs
| General | |
| Form Factor: | Touchscreen with a slide-out QWERTY keyboard |
| AKA: | Samsung Galaxy S |
| Date Released (YYYY/MM/DD): | 2010/08/31 |
| Size | |
| Weight: | 5.46 ounces |
| Dimensions: | 4.90 x2.54 x0.56 inches |
| Display | |
| Resolution: | 480x800 pixels |
| Size: | 4.0 inches |
| Type: | Super AMOLED, Capacitive |
| Camera | |
| Video: | 720p HD recording |
| Flash: | LED flash |
| Auto-focus: | Yes |
| Megapixels: | 5MP (rear), 0.3MP (front) |
| Connectivity | |
| GPS: | Yes, with A-GPS |
| USB: | microUSB 2.0 |
| Bluetooth: | Bluetooth 2.1 with A2DP |
| Wi-Fi: | 802.11b/g/n |
| HDMI: | No |
| Multimedia | |
| Headset Jack: | 3.5mm |
| Radio: | FM Radio |
| Battery | |
| Type: | 1500 mAh Li-Ion |
| Hardware/OS | |
| Operating System: | Android 2.1 |
| Internal Memory: | 1GB |
| External Memory: | MicroSD (up to 32GB) |
| RAM: | 512MB |
| Processor: | 1GB Cortex A8 Hummingbird |
Samsung EPIC 4G Reviews
Brighthand "The Epic 4G is well worth the price of admission as an upgrade for Sprint customers, and worth at least a sneak-peek for those at other carriers wondering what the new bar for Android OS models looks like."
InfoSyncWorld "If you're looking for a great do-it-all phone, then the Samsung Epic 4G will most likely be the answer. However, those craving a larger 4.3-inch screen, HDMI connectivity, and a better front-facing camera will gravitate toward the HTC EVO. Keep in mind that the Epic 4G also has a superior screen. It's definitely worth holding out until the Epic 4G ships to compare the two in person because each phone is matched in its pros and cons. But there's no dancing around the bush in Sprint's backyard—the Samsung Epic 4G and HTC EVO 4G are two of the hottest phones on the market to date."
BGR "At the end of a phone review we always ask ourselves: could we use this device day-in and day-out as our primary phone? And we are happy to report that in regards to the Epic 4G the answer is: absolutely. Combine the flexibility of Android with a rock-solid keyboard and high-end features and you have yourself a winner. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the Epic 4G to anyone and truly wonder which of the two 4G handsets Sprint considers its flagship. The device is priced $50 higher than the EVO 4G, but if you need to have a physical keyboard — and don’t mind the TouchWiz UI and Android 2.1 — it’s money well spent."
Phonearena "The Samsung Epic 4G is second, and because of this it will eternally be compared with the HTC EVO 4G. The two are actually very complimentary devices, but the Epic 4G stands tall on its own. The Super AMOLED display is gorgeous, the hardware keyboard is a requirement for some and the 1GHz Hummingbird processor is snappy. The Epic plays well to both the professional and multimedia crowd, and will find a home in many pockets because of this. It is a versatile device that offers anything a user could want. Though the portfolio may only be two strong right now, Sprint has yet another 4G winner on their hands with the Samsung Epic 4G. Of course, it you don't enjoy the Epic 4G for one reason or another, you can safely choose the EVO 4G, which is also a remarkable device with great specs and execution."
Engadget "So is it the right phone for the job? In a word, yes -- the Epic 4G is a great device. Killer, even. Nothing speaks to us more strongly during the course of a review than finishing it and saying, "alright, I'm ready to buy this thing," and the Epic is on the short list of phones that has managed to do it. More than its Galaxy S siblings, it feels like the Epic has overcome its shortcomings -- notably the forgettable UI skin -- to shine, and it's a phone we could easily imagine using day to day. Only thing is, the EVO is also on that short list for us -- and the better camera, bigger screen, and $50 savings versus the Epic still make it our winner in this 4G shootout, though only by the thinnest of margins. Needless to say, if you need a physical keyboard and you're looking for the one of the most musclebound Android phones money can buy, we wouldn't hesitate to recommend it."
Android Central "Compared to the other Samsung Galaxy S phones, the Sprint Epic 4G has a leg up in several departments. There's the keyboard, of course, which is pretty darn good. Not perfect, but above average. The addition of a 4G radio is a big plus. But along with that comes a slightly higher phone bill, and battery usage. (Same is true with the Evo 4G, of course.)"
Phonedog "The Samsung Epic 4G is the most feature-packed device out of the Galaxy S series, and is one of the best Android handsets to date."
LaptopMag "Despite a somewhat sluggish mobile hotspot connection, we highly recommend this phone. And it will only get better as Samsung rolls out its Media Hub service and Sprint launches 4G in more cities. We also really like the Droid X for Verizon Wireless, which has a sharper camera and camcorder than the Epic 4G and a wider range of accessories. But if you want a phone that combines a great typing experience with an even better entertainment experience and blazing fast data, the Epic 4G is worth the extra $50 over the other Galaxy S phones and all other superphones."
MobileBurn "Unlike the other Galaxy S based smartphones for the U.S. that have been announced recently, the Samsung Epic 4G for Sprint features not only 4G WiMAX connectivity."
CNet "According to Sprint, it plans to announce pricing and release date in the coming months, but you can sign up for updates via its Web site."
Samsung EPIC 4G Pictures
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Samsung EPIC 4G Videos
Samsung Epic 4G hands-on - Sprint's WiMAX capable Galaxy SSeems that HTC's EVO 4G is no longer the only Sprint WiMAX game in town, thanks to this shiny new Samsung Epic 4G we got to play with. It features a large Super AMOLED display and an HD capable camera as well as a slide-out full QWERTY keyboard.
Samsung EPIC 4G News
Samsung Epic 4G FC09 Update Released to Address Force Close Issues Sprint’s Samsung Epic 4G Touch seems to be getting a software update starting today. The update isn’t Ice Cream Sandwich (again, don’t get your hopes up on that ever happening) but it does fix a very important bug. The force close people would suffer when receiving a call has been fixed, and they’ve also optimized [...]
CyanogenMod 9 Alpha 0 for the Samsung Epic 4G Available [Video] While the original Epic 4G never saw a truly stable release of CyanogenMod 7, the Epic CM team are making a lot of great progress with CyanogenMod 9. The Android 4.0-based ROM brings a stock Android offering for those who’d rather not deal with TouchWiz. An “alpha 0″ build was posted yesterday and it looks [...]
More Sprint Devices Receive Security Updates – HTC Evo and Design 4G Added To The Mix The HTC Evo 3D has already received it’s “security update” removing that nasty Carrier IQ spyware from devices and staying true to their word, Sprint has already begun issuing updates for the rest of their Android lineup. The HTC Evo 4G and HTC Evo Design 4G are next in line to receive their over-the-air updates [...]
New Software Updates Coming Soon To Samsung Epic 4G and 4G Touch On Sprint Samsung Epic 4G and 4G Touch users get ready. Sprint is getting ready to send out a new over-the-air software update for both devices set to fix a few issues plaguing both devices. First up, we have the “OG” Samsung Epic 4G who will be receiving a few bug fixes after receiving a Gingerbread update [...]
Samsung Epic 4G, LG Optimus 3D and More Gain CM7 Support Some new devices have finally been added to CyanogenMod’s list of supported devices. We’ve got the Samsung EPIC 4G and LG Optimus 3D as notable additions. We’re also seeing support for the LG Optimus Black, Optimus Hub and Optimus Pro. These devices are on the list for CM7, of course, though we don’t expect all [...]
Sprint Starts Epic 4G Gingerbread OTA: Have You Got Yours? Hey there Samsung EPIC 4G owners, have you been craving an over the air update? As luck would have it, Sprint just announced they’ll begin sending Android 2.3 out to Epic 4G owners starting today. It should automatically start downloading and installation should take only a few minutes. Here is what Sprint had to say [...]
Gingerbread Rolling out for Sprint’s Samsung Epic 4G Tomorrow (Nov. 9) After months of leaks and speculation, is the Samsung EPIC 4G finally getting its update to Android 2.3? That’s the word from a source speaking to Android Central. It’s actually a bit silly that such a big-name handset still hasn’t received Gingerbread with other members of the Galaxy S II family long updated and Ice [...]
Sprint Drops The Price On Epic 4G, Nexus S 4G and Echo Looks like Sprint flew under our radar and dropped the price yesterday on some of their “old school” Android lineup. If you’re a new customer you can now sign up for a 2-year agreement and snag yourself a Samsung EPIC 4G for $100, Nexus S for $50 ($30 online), and the Kyocera Echo for free. [...]
Sprint’s Most Popular Androids of Last Year Soon to Hit End of Life New evidence has surfaced telling of impending “end of life” statuses for several of Sprint’s devices. Some are Android, some aren’t. Highlights include the HTC EVO 4G, Sprint’s original “superphone” following their moderately successful debut Android, the HTC Hero. Also on the list is the Samsung Epic 4G, the only Galaxy S phone with a [...]
Samsung Epic 4G Gets Another Leaked Gingerbread Build – EG22 I can just hear Samsung and Sprint hammering on that steel, trying to mold the Gingerbread update into a perfect fit. Yet another leaked build – EG22 – has come our way courtesy of our friends at SamFirmware. This build is likely light in major changes from the previous version, but it never hurts to [...]
Confirmed: Samsung Epic 4G Is NOT Shipping With Android 2.3 Yesterday we posted a little something our awesome readers came across on the Sprint website. Apparently, Sprint had the Samsung EPIC 4G listed as shipping with Android 2.3 (and Sprint ID, what?). If you’re an Epic user, you were either confused, excited or angry that Gingerbread was being made available on the device. If you [...]
Sprint Says Epic 4G “Ships With Android 2.3″ Can you feel it in the air? I’d be talking about the arrival of Android 2.3 on the Samsung EPIC 4G, of course. We know it’s out there. Countless leaks have tipped us off. It seems Sprint’s nearly ready to deliver, though, as they’ve listed the device as shipping “with Android 2.3″ on their site. [...]
Samsung Epic 4G Receiving Gingerbread this Month? With leaks dating all the way back to April, you would think the Android 2.3 update for the Samsung EPIC 4G would be nearing its rollout date. If we go off of new rumors reported today by SprintFeed, it might be right around the corner. According to their sources (who have been pretty accurate as [...]
Gingerbread for the Epic 4G Coming Along With Latest Leak [EF02] Another leak has graced our interwebz, folks. This time, the Epic 4G is fighting to be the first US Galaxy S phone to be stepped up to Android 2.3. Sprint and Samsung are hammering away at the build and things seem to be falling into place. After the first leak was buggy to no end, [...]
Why Does Google List AT&T as a Carrier of the Epic 4G? Yep, we’re sure this is an error of some sort. That, or AT&T is getting a hell of a lot of Samsung phones and Sprint doesn’t mind them using their name for the QWERTY-enabled Galaxy S phone. Or they could be buying Spri– nah, doubt it. [Thanks Mehdi!]
New Gingerbread Leak for Epic 4G Arrives, And It’s Stable Enough [EE03] This isn’t the first Gingerbread leak for the Samsung EPIC 4G, but the first one was really unstable. GPS didn’t work, 4G didn’t work and there was just a sea of other issues that had people running back to Froyo. The folks behind ACS have gotten their hands on yet another leak, though. This one [...]
Android 2.3 Gingerbread Leaked for Samsung Epic 4G Those wild boys from ACS Team, better known as the Android Creative Syndicate, are at it again! This time they’ve managed to get their little coding hands on an official test build of Android 2.3 Gingerbread for the Epic 4G (software version ED12) and made it available for all – rooted users. While the ROM [...]
Internal Document Reveals Android 2.3 Update for Epic 4G Looks as if our friends at Android Central got a nice little tip of a possible Android 2.3 update hitting the Epic 4G. Don’t expect any hint of a release date. Just an internal page showing vague words like “Android 2.3″ and “world domination,” followed by a bunch of gibberish. With Samsung’s Touch Whizzed out [...]
Sprint Resumes Samsung Epic 4G Froyo Updates After briefly pulling the EC05 update for the Samsung EPIC 4G, reports are coming in that both this and the EB13 version of Samsung’s Android 2.2 Froyo update for the Galaxy S device have resumed. Many users are reporting new instances of EB13 being pushed to their devices from this morning onward, though there is [...]
Epic 4G’s EC05 Source Code Now Available Samsung’s just released the source code for build EC05 of the Epic 4G. It’s the update that went out starting yesterday and adds Sprint ID and – above that in importance – Android 2.2. We’re certain there are a few of you developers out there who’ll want to get their paws on this so make [...]
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