I always read reviews because i research alot. I want to paint the facts but also guide you into dec...
I always read reviews because i research alot. I want to paint the facts but also guide you into deciding if this is really product you want or need using my own experience. I hope I can help you in some way through my reviews. Enjoy :)
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Now before i begin this review I must confess to being a technophile. I love all things technical and modern which means that i tend to gravitate towards high end devices. I had been looking for a new device and I began the intensive process of seeking a new ~ahem~ assistant.
Upon seeing the HTC touch HD i was immediately impressed by its looks. I had considerd HTC before with their tytn II but was put off by a device that didnt have any style whatsoever. Not with the Touch HD. The device is simply gorgeous to look at and has a look and design that will age very well indeed. I always demand both power and looks. I purchased it there and then. Now lets look at the device in a little more detail.
*Packaging*
The HD comes in a very simple box which when opened has the device out on the top waiting for you to look at. All
its accessories are underneath in a well constructed and thought out manner. Everything was there from an extra stylus to a nice cloth pouch to protect the HD when in your pocket.
*Features*
Now the HD is an attempt to marry the functionality and power of the Windows Mobile OS with the prowness of a multimedia titan. And for the most part it succeeds.
We have a 5 megapixel auto focus camera. 800x480 WVGA screen (touch screen interface) 528mhz qualcomm CPU 3D accelerator with 64mb dedicated memory 300mb free space (varies according to market) 3G/HSDPA at 7.2mbps 8gig Micro SD memory card (varies according to market) Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional Intergrated GPS Wifi Bluetooth
and the list goes on and on...
As you can see the HD is certainly not short changed in the features department. lets see how it all adds up in its perfomance
*performance*
HTC are attempting to lure more than just the technophile with this device. They are trying to appeal to business types as well who after working hard also like to play hard and the features point that out. I used this device extensively for email and word processing as well as viewing various documents and for its music player and camera and more!. No matter what task I threw at it the HD managed to complete it without any fuss or complaints. It seamlessly accessed my remote desktop, pop email, played my 720x480 movies (DVD resolution! at 1.5mbps bitrate), guided me home with its gps (Navigation software sold seperately) captured my overseas trips with its camera and because its running windows it has literally thousands of add on programs that can truly tailor the device to your needs. The device is also easy to navigate using HTC's touch Flo 3D but occasionally you need to delve into windows mobile which i think will be complicated for the uninitiated. Its battery should give you two days of intensive use. Its video capabilities are rather poor compared to other devices in this class but they are adequate and will get the job done. Overall. It impressed in this department.
*look and feel*
The HD supposedly has a scratch resistent screen but time will tell how it fares. The screen however is a fingerprint magnet and you'll find yourself wiping it constantly. I recommend that one uses the screen protector which comes in the package. The back of the device has a soft touch high quality plastic back cover which is almost immune to fingerprints. The matte black finish on the device its prone to scuffing, scratching and peeling so build quality in some cases isnt the best. keeping it in the carry pouch is best. The HD is a wide device and rather tall but is thin and has rounded egdes to make it more comfortable. I have very large hands so i find it easy to use but people with smaller hands will struggle, typing can be a problem as holding the device and inputing text though possible can be difficult with one hand. Overall. A solid device.
*conclusion*
All in all I find the Touch HD to be a brilliant device and very competant at what it does (which is everything, except make you tea..) its price though high is well worth it if you truly want a device that can intergrate into almost every part of your life. Whatever you need from technology the touch HD will provide it and more. Its is fast, efficient and looks very good. It also has a surprisingly good camera (no flash) but a poor video camera (low resolution) and an amazing spread of abilities both when in the office and beyond. I own one. And I love it. highly recommended to those who need a powerful device for both their work and play. this is mobile computing at its very best.
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Anti-reflective coating: no* Scratch resistance: Pencil hardness 4H .. 5H* Dirt-repellent: strongFor devices with multiple displays 1 film per display in the packageVikuiti Crystal clear screen protector DQC160Invisible protectionThe scratch-resistant surface protects your display for damages of any kind without being conspicuous. With a very high scratch resistance of 4 .. 5H survives the film itself aggressive contact with sharp objects. Due to the dirt surface remain no trace of ball point pens or similar term.Crystal surfaceThe high transparency and optical quality of the film make it virtually invisible. The glossy surface makes images appear to contrast.Easy to mount, completely removableThe film has a little sticky, slightly wetting adhesive layer. Should you sell your unit back to the film at any time easily and completely removable.
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HD. Experience internet browsing so exhilarating... it feels like you never left your laptop at home. Its all delivered to you on a pixel-packed 3.8 WVGA screen and seamlessly tied together with touch-responsive TouchFLO 3D. The ultrafast 3.5G technology lets you surf and download at true broadband speeds. On HSDPA networks, the HTC Touch HD delivers downlink speeds of up to 7.2 Mbps there is no need to slow down while you work or play. The newly added Stock tab keeps you informed of the latest stock quotes, while the connected Home screen puts e-mail, messages and calendar only a finger-stroke away. Get directions, view satellite maps and find your location using Google Maps. The maps are bigger and crisper thanks to the HTC Touch HD's expansive screen. Tap the onscreen controls to zoom in and view more detail. This is navigation taken to a whole new level.
Prepare yourself for the ulimate visual experiance. Watch movies surf the web and take more
hold of your communication in high definition widescreen for mobile. Prepare yourself for Touch in HD. Enjoy music videos films and streaming like you never thought possible on a mobile device. Experience internet browsing so exhilarating it feels like you never left your laptop at home. It's all delivered to you on a pixel-packed 3.8" WVGA (480 X 800 pixel) screen and seamlessly tied together with touch-responsive TouchFLOTM 3D. The ultrafast 3.5G technology lets you surf and download at true broadband speeds. On HSDPA networks the Touch HDTM delivers downlink speeds of up to 7.2 Mbps - there is no need to slow down while you work or play. The newly added Stock tab keeps you informed of the latest stock quotes while the connected home screen puts e-mail messages and calendar only a finger-stroke away. Get directions view satellite maps and find your location using Google Maps. The maps are bigger and crisper thanks to the expansive screen. Tap the onscreen controls to zoom in and view more detail. This is navigation taken to a whole new level. The HTC Touch HD comes with a 5 megapixel camera with autofocus (but no flash) plus a secondary video calling camera. The Touch HD features GPS support so it can be used with Google Maps or another application. The large touchscreen is ideal for satellite navigation and can be easily mounted in a car. What's in the box? HTC Touch HD Smart Phone Genuine HTC Touch HD Battery Genuine HTC Mains Charger USB Data Cable Genuine HTC Stereo Headset Software CD-ROM User guide
Advantages: Good looks, huge screen, software, range of features Disadvantages: Apps not easy enough to find, battery life not great when running WiFi or Bluetooth
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Advantages: Office works well, full vivid HD quality screen and WORKING touch screen! Disadvantages: Battery life can be drained quickly and data charges can be high
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Advantages: Huge screen, Excellent camera, Super fast internet, Vast connectivity, Familiar software Disadvantages: Back cover is slightly difficult to remove, could do with more RAM
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Advantages: Stylish, feature rich, range of applications Disadvantages: Opera application crashes the phone quite often, scrolling takes some getting used to.
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Advantages: Good looks, huge screen, software, range of features Disadvantages: Apps not easy enough to find, battery life not great when running WiFi or Bluetooth
MikeB_86 09.06.2009 ·
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Advantages: Office works well, full vivid HD quality screen and WORKING touch screen! Disadvantages: Battery life can be drained quickly and data charges can be high
JamieLPD 28.12.2008 (28.12.2008)
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