The HTC MAX 4G T8290 has a lot of similarities with the new Touch HD, but besides that the device is also equipped with WiMAX for quick internet.
HTC has borrowed a lot of the new MAX 4G device of the Touch HD, like the huge display of 3.8 inch with 800 x 480 pixels, WiFi and GPS. And an extra addition is that the MAX has support for WiMAX.
WiMAX
WiMax alows the user to connect with the internet, comparable with WiFi. A big difference is that WiMax has a larger reach than WiFi, up to some kilometers. WiMax is mainly used for providing a large area with internet, and WiFi mainly for providing a building or one room with internet.