HTC Introduces Five New Windows Phones to Take Advantage of New Microsoft Services
Posted on 06 October 2009, at 3:30 pm, by Judie Lipsett
This morning was a busy one for HTC, as they have just announced five new Windows Phone touchscreen models. Why does it stand to reason that the one I find most exciting will only be released overseas? I guess because I am just hard to please like that.
Ah well, maybe I’ll get lucky and Leo will come to the states next year…
HTC HD2 (Overseas), AKA “Leo”
images of HD2 courtesy of Infosync
The first Windows Mobile device offering HTC Sense, the HTC HD2 makes life easier by putting you at the center. Designed around the three philosophies of “make it mine,” “stay close,” and “discover the unexpected,” the HTC HD2 offers unique features not found in other smartphones. For instance, an industry leading 480 x 800 WVGA capacitive touchscreen is comprised with a strikingly slim 11 mm shell. Powered by Qualcomm’s new 1Ghz Snapdragon mobile processor, applications, media, and games are available at the touch of a finger. The HTC HD2 will be available later this month with selected operators across Europe, before rolling out to other regions in the coming months.
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images of HTC Imagio courtesy of Verizon
This slim device is the perfect combination of function and entertainment. Windows Mobile 6.5 is enhanced with HTC TouchFLO 3D software enabling almost all of the phone’s functions to be performed with the touch of a finger. A striking 3.6 inch LCD touchscreen is the perfect pairing to Verizon’s new V CAST Mobile TV. Flip down the incorporated kickstand and lay back to watch live TV directly from your phone. Additionally, a 5 megapixel camera with autofocus allows you to capture life’s moments as they happen. The HTC Imagio is available today through Verizon for 199.99 after a $100 rebate with a new two-year customer agreement.
image courtesy of Electronista
The last of the major U.S. carriers to offer this device, the HTC Tilt2 is a powerhouse of a mobile phone. Featuring a 3.6 inch LCD touchscreen and full QWERTY keyboard, the HTC Tilt 2 makes editing documents and sending emails as easy as from your PC. Additionally, HTC Straight Talk puts people at the center by enabling such functionality as transitioning from an email to a conference call with one touch, or activating the integrated speakerphone with noise cancelling technology by just flipping over the device. The HTC Tilt 2 will be available in the coming weeks for $299.99.
The HTC Pure is the device that Wayne and I have received, and that we will using to test the updated Windows Mobile 6.5 OS on, over the next week. You can expect a post on our impressions soon.
image courtesy of Electronista
Substance and style make up the new HTC Pure from AT&T. This full touchscreen device features a 3.2 inch LCD touchscreen, 5 megapixel camera, and HTC’s TouchFLO 3D. Listen to music, browse the internet, or personalize with apps from Marketplace. The HTC Pure packs a punch in a small, sleek design and is sure to impress. The HTC Pure will soon be available for $149.99.
Freshly reviewed at Slashgear, we have the new HTC Touch2 – another overseas model.
image courtesy of Slashgear
Available today in various European markets, the HTC Touch2 inherited a legacy of usability and beauty from its earlier namesake. Offering a 2.8 inch TFT-LCD touchscreen, integrated GPS, 3.2 megapixel camera, and MicroSD memory card slot, this device is perfect for those wanting total connectivity and multimedia on the go. Stay professionally and socially connected with both exchange and Facebook connectivity. The HTC Touch2 is initially available today with broad availability in a variety of European and Asian markets in early Q4 2009.
According to HTC, customers “with an original HTC Touch Diamond2 or Touch Pro2 will be able to update their phone via a new ROM which will be available from HTC’s website in the coming weeks at www.htc.com.”
In addition, the following services are now available for Windows Phones:
• Windows Marketplace for Mobile, a new app store for Windows phones offering people an easy way to find and purchase mobile high quality applications for both work and play including social media sites like Twitter and Facebook, games, maps and other popular mobile offerings. Currently there are 246 applications in the catalogue and 735 registered ISVs.
•My Phone– a free service that automatically synchronizes a phone’s content– from contacts and appointments to texts, photos and more to a password-protected Web site. Allowing people to publish their photos from the My Phone website or their phone directly to Windows Live, Facebook, My Space, and Flickr. In addition to the free services there is also the premium package that includes the ability to immediately locate the phone’s current location on a map (in the U.S. only); remotely lock a phone and post an “if found” message to its screen; loudly ring the phone even if it is set to vibrate or silent mode; and ultimately, if needed, completely erase the phone to protect personal data from falling into the wrong hands. People using My Phone on their phone running either Windows Mobile 6.0, 6.1 or 6.5 can access the premium package free of charge until Nov. 30, 2009. After that date, seven-day access to the premium package will be available for purchase for $4.99 in the U.S.
• The Windows phone Custom Theme Creator – people can create personalized themes for their Windows phone by choosing the color and design that suits their style at http://www.windowsphone.com/theme.
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October 7th, 2009 at 4:09 am
Fear not, Judie; Peter Chou told me the HD2 should land in the US come Q1 2010
More at SlashGear (http://url.ag/zbbr7e)
October 7th, 2009 at 5:46 am
I saw the same thing – the Hero is coming to US in Q1!
October 7th, 2009 at 8:58 am
Thanks Chris; it looks like 2010 could be a very interesting year!