Hi Quentyn,
Thanks for the coverage! Following are answers to your questions:
* We noticed that the email that's sent to customers or potential customers inquiring about updates states The EVO 4G will have a base price of $449.99 - $150 on a 2-year agreement - $100 rebate. Is $449.99 the off-contract pricing for the EVO, or is this just a starting contract price before discounts and rebates?
Yes, $449.99 is the off-contract price.
* We're a bit confused on the issue regarding the extra $10 for premium data features. Does this mean a $10 add-on is required for 4G alone? Will customers who don't want 4G or don't live in a 4G market need to pay this add-on? Or is the add-on unrelated to 4G specifically? Speaking to a CSR, we heard that the $10 add-on was for premium content on Sprint's Mobile TV service, as well as other special features.
The $10 per month Premium Data add-on is required for all HTC EVO 4G users and allows the customer to take advantage of a richer data experience than ever before on HTC EVO 4G, including dual 8MP auto-focus camera with HD-capable video camcorder and a front-facing 1.3M camera that can be used for video chat, a superfast Snapdragon processor, a 4.3" touchscreen and 3G/4G capability.
* Are there any pre-order dates or details to be had yet? Or will Sprint not be doing any pre-orders for this device?
There are no additional details at this time.