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Maybe a matte EVO 4G LTE isn’t that bad after all …

OK, maybe I was wrong. Me, the guy who from Day 1 stuck up for the EVO 4G LTE, saying that the plastic section above the kickstand — the glossy, fingerprint-loving, mirror-finish plastic section that nearly caused wars on both coasts before the phone was ever released — the section that nearly led apple to cancel its complaint with the International Trade Commission ("Let them have it!" Tim Cook reportedly never said) — the section that …

You get the point. Some folks hated it. Some didn't. 

Me? I never thought it was that bad. But check out what Android Forums member yocubed did to his EVO with $23, a few minutes of time and some Ghost Armor. Be gone, Glossy finish, and hello, marvelous matte! And it looks pretty damn good, even if it's not a perfect match. Hit the link below for more info on the mod.

More: Ghost Armor Matte Backing on the HTC EVO 4G LTE

Trade One X for S III, LED Notification on the S III [From the Forums]

Although it'd been a busy day elsewhere on the web, if you're looking to escape all that we have a spot where you can hang out. Have some questions? Need some help or just looking to chat Android? You know where to go, check out some of the threads below.

• HTC EVO 4G LTE - 7 days and this EVO LTE is going back!
• HTC One X Forums - Let's be honest here , who's trading in their X for s3?
• HTC Rezound Forums - Why do some Apps Demand so many Permissions?!
• Samsung Galaxy S III Forums - S3 LED notifications while screen is ON
• Galaxy Nexus Forums - Google Play Movies on Verizon Gnex

If you're not already a member of the Android Central forums, you can register your account today.

Samsung Galaxy S III launch dates, Hiding your gallery [From the Forums]

Missed out on some of the best Android news today? You can easily go ahead and get yourself caught up here on the Android Central blogs or in the Android Central forums. Have some questions? Need some help or just looking to chat Android? You know where to go, check out some of the threads below.

• Rumored Device Forums - What about the Motorola Atrix 3?
• Samsung Galaxy S III Forums - Official launch dates thread
• Samsung Galaxy Nexus Forums - Any way to hide albums in the gallery?
• HTC EVO 4G LTE Forums - Pair 2 BT devices simultaneously?
• HTC One X Forums - Where can I get the official 1.85 RUU?

If you're not already a member of the Android Central forums, you can register your account today.

Sprint EVO Love campaign remixes Wilco song, offers prizes and free phones in contest [Video]

Team Sprint has launched a new commercial to promote the just-launched EVO 4G LTE. As part of its “Unlimited Love, Unlimited EVO” campaign, Sprint detailed how the EVO can be a powerful device to connect users to the things they love, and Sprint’s “truly unlimited network” is the only one that won’t force them to restrict those pursuits on the go.

The 60-second ad shows a chorus of 130 people using their EVO 4G LTE’s as virtual instruments to cover Wilco’s “I’m Always in Love.” Along the way, the commercial drops hints about a few capabilities of the the phone – panoramic cameras, creative music apps, and Beats Audio integration – that might resonate with users. It’s a departure from the “smash them over the head with specs” commercials that so often promote Android products, and that’s by design.

Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE available in stores today!

Today's the day, folks. Finally, some two weeks delayed, the HTC EVO 4G LTE is available in Sprint retail locations nationwide for $199 on contract. The delay, as you no doubt know, was caused by a review by the International Trade Commission. Nothing's changed on the phone, however. Just think of it as a delivery delay is all.

So if you're in the market for a new EVO, you can finally hoof it to the store and pick one up .And once you do, here are a few handy links that'll get you going:

• The Android Central Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE review
• The EVO 4G LTE forums (a great place for asking questions!)
• Our EVO 4G LTE super page
• EVO 4G LTE specs
• And as a blast from the past, check out the EVO 4G LTE from the launch event in New York in April

So who's whipping out the credit card today?

Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE available in stores today!

Today's the day, folks. Finally, some two weeks delayed, the HTC EVO 4G LTE is available in Sprint retail locations nationwide for $199 on contract. The delay, as you no doubt know, was caused by a review by the International Trade Commission. Nothing's changed on the phone, however. Just think of it as a delivery delay is all.

So if you're in the market for a new EVO, you can finally hoof it to the store and pick one up .And once you do, here are a few handy links that'll get you going:

• The Android Central Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE review
• The EVO 4G LTE forums (a great place for asking questions!)
• Our EVO 4G LTE super page
• EVO 4G LTE specs
• And as a blast from the past, check out the EVO 4G LTE from the launch event in New York in April

So who's whipping out the credit card today?

3 clicks and I’m on 4.0.4, AT&T One X stock [From the Forums]

It's Friday and it has been a busy week! We had some hiccups with the Android Central forums earlier, but things seem to be back on track now. If you're looking for some Android discussion to carry you through the weekend, check out some of the threads below:

• Samsung Galaxy S III Forums - T-Mobile version possibly leaked.. thoughts?
• Samsung Galaxy Nexus Forums - 3 clicks and I'm on 4.0.4.. easy!
• HTC EVO 4G LTE Forums – DO NOT USE "Best Wi-Fi performance"!
• HTC One X Forums - AT&T One X stock…
• ASUS Transformer Pad Infinity 700 Forums - Release date?

If you're not already a member of the Android Central forums, you can register your account today.

3 clicks and I’m on 4.0.4, AT&T One X stock [From the Forums]

It's Friday and it has been a busy week! We had some hiccups with the Android Central forums earlier, but things seem to be back on track now. If you're looking for some Android discussion to carry you through the weekend, check out some of the threads below:

• Samsung Galaxy S III Forums - T-Mobile version possibly leaked.. thoughts?
• Samsung Galaxy Nexus Forums - 3 clicks and I'm on 4.0.4.. easy!
• HTC EVO 4G LTE Forums – DO NOT USE "Best Wi-Fi performance"!
• HTC One X Forums - AT&T One X stock…
• ASUS Transformer Pad Infinity 700 Forums - Release date?

If you're not already a member of the Android Central forums, you can register your account today.

Sprint EVO 4G LTE goes on sale Saturday June 2 for $199

Sprint has finally nailed down the general availability for the HTC EVO 4G LTE, on the new official release date is June 2, 2012. Sprint had originally planned to begin selling the EVO 4G LTE on May 18, but a hold-up in U.S. customs over a patent dispute with Apple kept the phone off the shelves and out of your hands.

With the patent issue now settled and U.S. Customs releasing the shipments from lock-up, Sprint is now free to sell its new flagship phone. According to an announcement made today, “most retail channels” will have the EVO 4G LTE in stock. That includes Sprint corporate stores, authorized resellers, www.sprint.com, and 1-800-SPRINT1. Supply will vary by location, so now might be a good time to butter up your local Sprint salesman or make plans to arrive at the store early on Saturday just in case.

Customers who pre-ordered the EVO 4G LTE and didn’t cancel the reservation were rewarded earlier this week when phones began arriving to those patient users. All others will be able to pick up the latest EVO on Saturday.

P.S. As a general reminder, please note that the EVO 4G LTE is launching sans-LTE, so you’ll be stuck on 3G until Sprint rolls-out coverage to your area. There’s no telling when or if that will be, so be sure to consider Sprint LTE availability when making your purchase.

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• Sprint confirms the HTC EVO 4G LTE will be available for those who pre-ordered ‘around’ May 24
• Best Buy may begin shipping HTC EVO 4G LTE pre-orders on May 23
• HTC EVO 4G LTE & HTC One X “delayed” in customs because of ITC investigation. That stinks.

Google Play Store begins selling Galaxy Nexus accessories

Several weeks ago, Google began selling an unlocked Samsung Galaxy Nexus through the Devices section of the Google Play Store.