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Vodafone is the first national operator to have imposed the new 4G networks in Spanish territory. Next July two more companies will follow, Orange and Yoigo. Meanwhile, all terminals compatible with fourth-generation mobile networks, which are capable of achieving download rates of up to 150 Mbps, already appear in the red operator's offer catalog. And we are going to tell you which are, so far, all the models.
First of all, this type of high-speed mobile connection is indicated for those users who use, quite often, streaming video services "" Internet-based "", as well as base their work on the Internet and need to download, instantly, all documents hosted on Internet services such as Dropbox. These may be some of the most typical uses. But let's see with which advanced mobiles of the current panorama can access the Vodafone 4G or LTE connection.
Samsung Galaxy s4
Perhaps it is the most popular Android smartphone today. Samsung is the most successful terminal manufacturer in the market, and worldwide. And its latest terminal, Samsung Galaxy S4, is one of those chosen to be compatible with the new telephone network implemented, firstly, by Vodafone.
This terminal provides technical art features: Full HD screen, quad - core processor "" version eight is for the American market, although it is not compatible with 4G networks ", " plus a powerful camera of 13 megapixels and Lots of new features have been added with the new Samsung TouchWiz interface and Android 4.2 Jelly Bean.
This Samsung Galaxy S4 can be obtained from zero euros with the Vodafone RED 3 rate. And it is compatible with all the Vodafone RED and Vodafone Base range, depending on consumer needs.
HTC One
Another major player in the Android sector is the latest HTC device, the HTC One. With a redesigned chassis and user interface, this smartphone also offers a powerful quad-core processor; Ultrapixel camera; sound by the American company Beats Audio "" company that is collaborating in the latest releases of the manufacturer "", as well as a 4.7-inch Full HD screen.
This HTC One can also be obtained for zero euros, although this will be possible with the Vodafone RED 2 or Vodafone RED 3 rates, the highest bets within the operator's catalog.
Sony Xperia Z
Although it is no longer the most powerful Sony mobile in the portfolio , the Sony Xperia Z is the off-road bet that will also be able to connect to 4G networks and enjoy a browsing and download speed much higher than what was known in Spain until now.
This equipment offers a reinforced chassis capable of withstanding shocks, water and dust. In addition, its screen also reaches Full HD resolution and its size is also five inches. Meanwhile, the power is given by a quad-core processor, a 13 Mega-pixel camera with Exmor RS sensor "" the same one used in the manufacturer's digital camera "", and a chassis made of glass, both the front as well as rear.
The Sony Xperia Z is available on Vodafone from zero euros with the Vodafone RED 2 and Vodafone RED 3 rates, although it is also possible to get it with the other rates by paying an initial fee.
Nokia Lumia 920
The Windows Phone sector also has its chosen one. And of course, the candidate comes from Nordic lands, more specifically from the Nokia firm. We are referring to one of the most powerful smartphones with Windows Phone 8 in the sector, the Nokia Lumia 920.
Its screen is one of the most sensitive on the market. And it is capable of working even using several gloves. Its AMOLED screen reaches 4.5 inches and its processor is dual-core "" it must be taken into account that the Microsoft platform is less demanding than the rest of the competitors "". While the camera of the Nokia Lumia 920 uses a lens Carl Zeiss and goes up to 8.7 megapixels.
This advanced Nokia mobile can be obtained for zero euros with any of the Vodafone RED rates, although with an initial payment, which will depend on the rate, you can also contract the Vodafone Base rates.
LG Optimus G
The Korean LG also has its candidate. And his name is LG Optimus G. This computer does not have a Full HD screen; it conforms to HD resolution and a diagonal of 4.7 inches. Of course, its processor also reaches four cores, it has two GB of RAM and a camera has a resolution of 13 megapixels.
It is based on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, and the manufacturer has not yet given notice of when new updates will be available. Of course, you will not have to pay anything extra when hiring a Vodafone RED rate: the terminal will cost zero euros.
iPhone 5
Apple's latest mobile, the iPhone 5, is also compatible with this new generation of mobile networks. The Applephone is the computer with the smallest screen: four inches diagonally. Of course, shortly, for next fall, it will receive a facelift with the new version of the mobile platform iOS 7, where Vice President Jony Ive has been working in recent months and which the specialized press showed a few weeks ago.
The iPhone 5 can be obtained with Vodafone from zero euros in its 16 GB version and with the Vodafone RED 3 rate. With superior models you will have to pay an initial fee.
Sony Xperia SP
Finally, Sony has another team in the Vodafone catalog, and it is the Sony Xperia SP mid-range / high-end model. This equipment, which is also compatible with 4G networks, equips a 4.6-inch screen, HD resolution and a 1.7 GHz dual-core processor.
Its design is very similar to the one that can be enjoyed in the Sony Xperia Z, where the new side button is included to turn the equipment on / off. Meanwhile, its camera drops to eight megapixels of resolution although it will be able to record videos in Full HD quality.
Like the Nokia Lumia 920 or LG Optimus G models, this Sony Xperia SP can also be obtained for zero euros with any of the Vodafone RED rates.
