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Kyocera Hydro (Boost Mobile)

Kyocera Hydro (Boost Mobile)
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Perfect for stormy holiday weather, the Hydro is another contract-free handset from Boost. It's waterproof, runs Android 4.0 ICS, and will go for just $39.80 from Walmart.

3.5 stars
    Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)

CNET Editors' Rating

2.5 stars

Average User Review

out of 5 user reviews

Starting at: $89.99

The good: The Kyocera Hydro from Boost and runs on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, is waterproof, and has excellent call quality.

The bad: The Hydro has slow data and processor speeds, its speaker volume is low, and its profile is thick.

The bottom line: With Android 4.0, solid call quality, and waterproof capabilities, the Kyocera Hydro is a great prepaid device.

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November 19, 2012 4:00 PM PST

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