Sprint Launches Lotus Elite, Overdrive Modem/Router and Motorola Brute i680

Humberto Saabedra

Sprint has launched two new handsets in the LG Lotus Elite Motorola Brute i680 and the Overdrive 3G/4G modem/router.

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The Motorola Brute i680 features a 2.0 megapixel camera with video recorder and flash, M810F bodyshell resistant to dust shock and water, microSDHC expansion slot, media player, Bluetooth with stereo audio support and speakerphone for $119.99 after new 2 year agreement.

The red LG Lotus Elite is available now at $149.99 after new 2 year agreement before an additional $50 mail-in rebate, bringing the total to $99.99. while the black version will launch on February 14th. The clamshell features an external touchscreen, Bluetooth with stereo audio support, 2.0 megapixel camera with video recorder, microSDHC expansion slot and speakerphone.

The Sprint Overdrive is the first hybrid 3G/4G router with a built-in microSDHC slot and display that supports shared storage between 5 users over Wi-Fi as well as EVDO Rev A and WiMax data access. The Overdrive is now available for $99.99 after new 2 year agreement and data plan.

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