Experience the best features of Android with the Kyocera Event. This 3G device combines a speedy 1GHz single-core processor, 3.5-inch touchscreen display, and 3.2 megapixel camera in a convenient prepaid package by Virgin Mobile.
The Event runs on 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich out of the box, so you can start browsing the Web instantly on Android's powerful operating system. Message and email on a virtual QWERTY keypad with intuitive Swype technology. View pictures and video on the Event's large 3.5-inch display, or take your own with the LED flash-enabled camera and video camcorder. If you want more, this prepaid device gives you access to the Google Play store, where you can choose from thousands of the latest Android applications and multimedia. The Kyocera Event is also Bluetooth 2.1 compatible and microSD card enabled for enhanced call quality and memory storage.
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The Kyocera Torque is perfect for anyone who's hunting for a go anywhere, survive anything smartphone. This phone packs in all the features you love plus the durability you need for your active lifestyle. With Android power and 4G LTE speed, this smartphone will get you through all your daily tasks and obstacles. With a rugged design and 4-inch impact-resistant touchscreen, it's spill proof, splash proof, drop proof, shock proof and totally immersable. The Torque also has push-to-talk capability for people who need instant connection.
The Torque features Kyocera's advanced smart sonic receiver technology. It eliminates the need for a traditional speaker as it transmitts sounds as vibrations directly to the eardrum for unparalleled sound quality. No need for a speaker means room for cleaner aesthetics and enhanced waterproofing capabilities. The Kyocera ceramic actuator turns sounds into vibrations which are carried by body tissue directly to the eardrum and inner ear. This technology is built on Kyocera's 54-year heritage in advanced ceramics.
For moms with full time jobs and an active lifestyle who are taking care of kids and pets, this phone can keep up with all the stunts and multitasking you have to perform everyday. The Torque can survive any adventure, even a chew-happy puppy.
It's waterproof in up to 3.28 feet of water for 30 minutes, so it will make it through bath time. You won't miss that picture-perfect moment with the 5 MP camera and camcorder. And the smart sonic receiver technology will ensure that all your calls are crisp and clear, so you can always be heard.
Any guy that loves working outdoors and is a mountain bike addict needs a phone that can live right along side him. If you're a nature lover or paintball warrior, you'll never have to worry about your phone again because the Torque has a Military Standard 810G rating. It can withstand high altitudes, dust devils, blaring sun, humidity and extreme temperatures.
The Dura-Grip keeps Torque secure in your hand during the most sweat-inducing outdoor activities. It's built to survive the harshest conditions.
When you need a phone that can keep up with a busy schedule full of complex tasks, the Torque delivers at warp speed. It has 4G LTE, Sprint Direct Connect, and crystal clear sound even on a noisy city street. Accident and drop proof, the Torque can keep up when you're on the go with a 4-inch IPS impact-resistant touchscreen. It's also equipped with slip-proof grip so you can keep a hold of your phone when you're fumbling around with everything else.
Google Maps shows you where you are and will get you where you want to go. Rich 3-D maps give you a more realistic sense of what's around. Explore the world with Street View without even moving. You can also get turn-by-turn GPS navigation to your destination and estimated time to your destination based on live traffic information. You can get directions whether you're driving, walking or taking public transit.
Not sure where you want to go? Google Navigation will help you search for restaurants, businesses and shops near you. You'll get access to recommendations and full reviews from friends or Zagat editors. You can even see special deals near you in the United States.
One Torque smartphone, one 2500 mAh Lithium ion battery, AC adapter (micro USB data cable pluggable), micro USB data cable.
The Torque measures 5.06 x 2.69 x 0.51 inches and weighs 5.94 ounces.
 Android Ice Cream Sandwich Operating SystemThis phone runs the Android 4.0.4 operating system (dubbed Ice Cream Sandwich), which adds powerful new ways of communicating and sharing while improving on the best Android features: easy multitasking, rich notifications, customizable home screens, resizable widgets, and more. The updated Ice Cream Sandwich interface features an onscreen navigation bar that replaces the hardware buttons for Back, Home, and Menu found with older Android-powered phones. And with Google+ integration, you can video chat with groups of up to 9 friends as well as easily upload and share photos and videos. Other features include: Face UnlockYou can now unlock your phone with just your face using the Face Unlock option. It takes advantage of the front-facing camera and state-of-the-art facial recognition technology to register a face during setup and then to recognize it again when unlocking the device. Just hold your phone in front of your face to unlock (or use a backup PIN). And the lock screen now lets you do more without unlocking. From the slide lock screen, you can jump directly to the camera for a picture or pull down the notifications window to check for messages. When listening to music, you can even manage music tracks and see album art. Home Screen FoldersQuickly access related apps right from the home screen by organizing apps and shortcuts into folders--just drag one app onto another to create a folder. MultitaskingMultitasking is even easier and more visual in Android 4.0.4. The Recent Apps button lets you jump instantly from one task to another using the list in the System Bar. The list pops up to show thumbnail images of apps used recently--tapping a thumbnail switches to the app. Voice InputThe new voice engine in Android 4.0.4 lets you dictate the text you want, for as long as you want, using the language you want. You can speak continuously for a prolonged time, even pausing for intervals if needed, and dictate punctuation to create correct sentences. As the voice input engine enters text, it underlines possible dictation errors in gray. After dictating, you can tap the underlined words to quickly replace them from a list of suggestions. | Android 4.0.4 Features
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The Kyocera Rise is a versatile Android device, free from contracts and at an affordable price point.
With a 3.5-inch touchscreen and slide-out QWERTY keyboard, the Rise caters to your preference. Running Android 4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), the Rise boasts features such as a 3.2 MP camera with LED flash and video capture, stereo Bluetooth, Wi-Fi connectivity, and more.
The Kyocera Rise measures 4.4 x 2.4 x .56 inches. It includes a 1500 mAh battery.
AC adapter, Micro USB Charger, Standard Battery, 2 GB microSD Card, Printed Materials
The Kyocera Rise runs the Android 4.0 operating system (dubbed Ice Cream Sandwich), which adds powerful new ways of communicating and sharing while improving on the best Android features: easy multitasking, rich notifications, customizable home screens, resizable widgets, and more.
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The new Ice Cream Sandwich interface features an onscreen navigation bar that replaces the hardware buttons for Back, Home, and Menu found with older Android-powered phones. And with Google+ integration, you can video chat with groups of up to 9 friends as well as easily upload and share photos and videos. Other features include:
Face UnlockYou can now unlock your phone with just your face using the Face Unlock option. It takes advantage of the front-facing camera and state-of-the-art facial recognition technology to register a face during setup and then to recognize it again when unlocking the device. Just hold your phone in front of your face to unlock (or use a backup PIN).
And the lock screen now lets you do more without unlocking. From the slide lock screen, you can jump directly to the camera for a picture or pull down the notifications window to check for messages. When listening to music, you can even manage music tracks and see album art.
Home Screen FoldersQuickly access related apps right from the home screen by organizing apps and shortcuts into folders--just drag one app onto another to create a folder.
MultitaskingMultitasking is even easier and more visual in Android 4.0. The Recent Apps button lets you jump instantly from one task to another using the list in the System Bar. The list pops up to show thumbnail images of apps used recently--tapping a thumbnail switches to the app.
Voice InputThe new voice engine in Android 4.0 lets you dictate the text you want, for as long as you want, using the language you want. You can speak continuously for a prolonged time, even pausing for intervals if needed, and dictate punctuation to create correct sentences. As the voice input engine enters text, it underlines possible dictation errors in gray. After dictating, you can tap the underlined words to quickly replace them from a list of suggestions.
With Virgin Mobile, you can pay only for the calling time you use. You can choose a monthly Beyond Talk plan with unlimited data and messaging and just the right amount of talk minutes for your needs.
Virgin Mobile customers have access to the Sprint Nationwide Network, reaching more than 278 million people across the United States (see a map of Virgin Mobile's coverage area).
The Kyocera Hydro is sophistication and style in a mainstream Android smartphone that can work for everyone. Plus it offers water-resistance, giving consumers the “no-fear” durability and security they demand. With a 3.5 inch HVGA touchscreen, 3.2 MP camera and video, and Android 4.0, you get the best of all worlds.
Other features also include visual voicemail which allows you to find the messages you're looking for without having to listen to all those calls you ignored. Google Play gives you a one stop shop for apps, games, movies, music, and books. Stay in the loop with friends and family with multimedia, IM, and text messaging. It also includes Bluetooth where you can take calls and listen to music without wires and share files over the air.
The Kyocera Hydro runs the Android 4.0 operating system (dubbed Ice Cream Sandwich), which adds powerful new ways of communicating and sharing while improving on the best Android features: easy multitasking, rich notifications, customizable home screens, resizable widgets, and more. The updated Ice Cream Sandwich interface features an onscreen navigation bar that replaces the hardware buttons for Back, Home, and Menu found with older Android-powered phones.
The Kyocera Hydro weighs 4.23 ounces and measures 4.53 x 2.44 x .5 inches. The 1500 mAh battery allows for talk time up to 3.3 hours.
Kyocera Hydro handset, 1500 mAh battery, travel charger head, USB cable, 2 GB microSD card, and printed materials
Boost Mobile redefines value for wireless consumers with its Monthly Unlimited with Shrinkage no-contract service where the longer you stay the less you pay with on-time payments for unlimited voice, text messaging, web, e-mail, IM and calls to 411. It offers nationwide service on the Nationwide Sprint Network and Nextel National Network, reaching more than 278 million people, with no activation or long-distance fees.
Plans include:
Android Monthly Unlimited for unlimited nationwide talk, text, web, e-mail, and 411 with no contracts on an Android powered device. Includes access to Android Market. Voicemail, long distance and call waiting included. And you'll reduce your monthly payment the longer you stay with Shrinkage.
Daily Unlimited provides all the value of Monthly Unlimited and nationwide coverage at a low daily rate. The subscription charge is automatically deducted from your Boost account each day after midnight, regardless of usage, unless the you cancel the subscription. Recharge at least once every 90 days to keep your account active (after 90 days any credit balance will expire).
International Connect provides unlimited international talk and text with family and friends around the world. It can be added to Monthly Unlimited and Android Monthly Unlimited plans for an additional per month, and added to the BlackBerry Monthly Unlimited plan for per month.
All Monthly Unlimited plans include Shrinkage and unlimited nationwide talk, text, web, e-mail, and 411. Shrinkage reduces your payment by /month for every six on-time payments, up to /month in total. Android Monthly Unlimited to as low as /month.
On-time payments are made on or before the monthly payment date. Your monthly payment date remains the same every month as long as you successfully make your monthly payment. However, if you make a late payment, your payment date will be reset to the day of the month before the date your service is restored (e.g., if your service is restored on February 15th, your monthly payment date will be reset to March 14th).
While it's best to make regular on-time payments each month, payments do not have to be consecutive. If you miss a payment you don't have to start over. The on-time payments made to the account will still be available as well as any savings milestone achieved.
