March 2nd, 2010
Apple isn’t content with just counter-suing Nokia over patents, Cupertino has actually gone ahead and filed a suit against HTC for infringing 20 of its patents. While nothing is very clear as of now and just as the Nokia vs Apple battle seems long drawn with ITC and multiple suits coming in picture, we can expect similar action between Apple and HTC in coming weeks / months.
All Apple discloses officially is that the patent infringement is related to the “iPhone’s user interface, underlying architecture and hardware.” Here is the official release: (more…)
Categories: Apple, Tech Industry News, smartphones |
Tags: Apple, apple lawsuit, apple sues htc, HTC, htc lawsuit, iphone patents, patent, patent fight, patents | 3 Comments
February 17th, 2010
HTC Hero, one of the most popular handsets from HTC, now has a successor. HTC Legend comes as no surprise. We have already seen a few snapshots and a complete specification list, leaked back in December. (more…)
Categories: Android, Announcements, HTC |
Tags: Friend Stream, HTC, htc hero, htc legend, legend, mwc 10, mwc 2010, new Sense UI | No Comments
January 14th, 2010
“Welcome to the world of direct sales”, says users and “Google aren’t ready for customer support as they have never sold hardware before” is what analysts have to say.
With the deluge of the customer queries and complaints coming Google’s way, its ironic that the best they can do is answer their customers via email and that too with a Turn-Around Time of one to two days.
That is something which reflects on Google’s ability to service customer as inept but at the same time shows that they weren’t ready for this and (more…)
Categories: Google, HTC, Tech Industry News, smartphones |
Tags: 3g, 3G issues, 3G network, complaints, customer complaints, customer service, email response, ETF, Google, HTC, issues, nexus one, t-mobile | 1 Comment
January 7th, 2010
The rumored brew-based HTC phone (previously known as Touch.B) has been officially announced by HTC at the ongoing CES 2010. Dubbed HTC Smart, the phone would be the first from HTC based on Qualcomm’s Brew mobile platform. The phone clubs the HTC Sense UI (seen in Hero) with Qualcomm’s Brew platform.
The key specifications of the HTC Smart are -
- 2.8″ QVGA touchscreen display
- 3MP camera with flash
- 300MHz processor
- 256MB RAM and 256MB ROM memory
- GSM and HSDPA connectivity
- Bluetooth 2.0 with A2DP
- 3.5mm headset jack
- mini-USB 2.0
- MicroSD card support
The HTC Smart is a mid-range phone with average specifications and makes it clear that HTC isn’t sticking to just Windows Mobile and Android for now. No news on pricing and availability announced during the launch.
via [PhoneArena]
Categories: First look, HTC, smartphones |
Tags: ces, ces 10, ces 2010, HTC, htc smart, htc smart launch, htc smart specifications, htc smart specs, htc touch.b | No Comments
January 6th, 2010
At last it is out in the open – Google finally launched its Nexus One handset a few hours ago. And while most of the tech world has responded with enthusiasm, one can just about hear the traces of disappointment out there.
Blame it on Apple, but we have been a tad spoilt by surprises hitting us on the day a product is released. In each of the three iPhones, people had a fair idea of what was going to be released but every time Apple managed to pull a rabbit out of its hat, whether it was the App Store on the 3G or the amazing video recording and editing options on the 3GS.
Google, alas, has not really done (more…)
Categories: Android, Google, HTC, smartphones |
Tags: android 2.1, google nexus, HTC, htc nexus one, iphone vs android, nexus one | 22 Comments
January 2nd, 2010
HTC’s official twitter handle in Russia accidentally tweeted about a Windows Mobile 7 update for the HD2 coming soon. This was indeed good news for HD2 owners who surely deserve better than the current WM 6.5 on such a beautiful piece of hardware. However the tweet was deleted promptly and labeled as an ‘error’. But once the expectations have been raised, no matter how many denials come our way, we know that there is a good chance that this wasn’t an error, but a accidental leak.
Microsoft’s much anticipated Windows Mobile 7 (more…)
Categories: smartphones, windows mobile |
Tags: hd2, HTC, htc hd2 os, iphone vs windows mobile, microsoft windows mobile, os, windows mobile, wm 7 | 2 Comments
December 16th, 2009
HTC Legend is believed to be the successor of the HTC Hero and we have leaked picture (rendered) and rumored specification list. The Hero successor has undergone some essential upgradation while still maintaining the elegance and the ease-of-use of its predecessor.
While b0th the handsets have the same screen size and resolution, HTC Legend will be the first HTC handset to feature an AMOLED touchscreen. Legend packs in a optical sensor instead of the trackball we saw in the Hero and also adds a LED flash to the camera. A faster 600MHz qualcomm processor will power the Legend. Other specs are mostly the same as that of HTC Hero. Below is the specification list of the HTC Legend. (more…)
Categories: Android, HTC, smartphones |
Tags: Android, HTC, htc hero, htc legend, htc legend specifications, htc legend specs | 10 Comments
September 30th, 2009
We recently had a chance to mess with two new Android devices, the Samsung Galaxy i7500 and the HTC Hero. Although on the surface, these two seem rather alike (3.2 inch capacitive touchscreens, Android 1.5, 5 MP shooter, GPS with compass), no two devices could be more different. And no, we are not yammering about the fact that the Galaxy has more onboard memory (8GB to the Hero’s relatively modest 500-odd MB) or that it has an OLED screen or that its camera has a flash, but about the interface.
Whereas Sammy has opted to let the Galaxy have the typical Android device look (complete with analog clock), HTC has decided to be far more innovative and thrown a skin over it. Called Sense, the UI is the successor of the much-hyped Touch Flo, and is certainly a heckuva differentiator. Unlike some manufacturers who just use skins to accommodate larger and more finger-friendly icons (these are the stylus’ last days, after all), HTC have made Sense something that adds to the Android experience. Instead of three customisable screens, the user gets a massive seven. Most significantly, the browser and the album have been tweaked to accommodate multi-touch – so you can zoom in and out of pages by pinching your fingers just like you can on (more…)
Categories: Android, HTC, Reviews, samsung, smartphones |
Tags: Android, Galaxy, Hero, HTC, htc hero vs samsung i7500, i7500, samsung, samsung android | 9 Comments
September 9th, 2009
The second HTC Android phone has affordability and customization written all over it. Dubbed the HTC ‘Tattoo’, this handset reveals a decent specs sheet along with hardware and software customization options.
The phone can have a more personalized outer appearance with HTC offering replaceable covers for the Tattoo. Users can either have these outer covers designed differently or choose from an a pre-set list of styles by HTC. The Tattoo also offers seven fully customizable screens with a long range of widgets available.
“Everyone wants their own phone to feel like it was specifically made for them. The Tattoo with HTC Sense represents an easy way to shape your own distinct mobile experience and really make it your own,” said Peter Chou, chief executive at HTC.
“The HTC Tattoo ensures that you can create the most engaging and appropriate mobile experience through simple yet powerful personalisation.”
Below is the quick spec list of the HTC Tattoo
- 2.8″ 240 x 320 full touchscreen
- Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz (more…)
Categories: Android, HTC, smartphones |
Tags: android tattoo, HTC, htc android, htc tattoo | 4 Comments
August 14th, 2009
HTC Leo looks real sleek and the 4.3″ touchscreen with a complete black look is really attractive. Makes me forget the looks of the HTC Hero for a moment. Leo is said to be powered by 1GHz snapdragon processor and would be powered by Windows Mobile V6.5. This is expected to go on sale sometime in september / october.
The rumored specs reveal a 8MP camera, 320MB RAM, HSDPA / WiFi / Bluetooth along with the now standard accelerometer and other sensors.
Source
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Categories: HTC, Leaked / Spyshots, windows mobile |
Tags: HTC, htc leo, smartphone, windows, windows mobile, wm 6.5 | 4 Comments
June 24th, 2009
Airtel and HTC have introduced India’s first handset featuring the Google Android OS. And its not the G1 (thankfully) but the HTC Magic. Airtel would also be providing few utility based applications with the HTC magic – Portfolio Manager, Hello Tune Manager, Weather Channel, Mobshare, In-mobile search and City Search to name a few.
“Airtel has been at the forefront of innovation and customer delight in the Indian telecom sector. Being the first to bring the Android-powered HTC Magic to India further underscores our commitment to enrich the communication experience of all Airtel users,” said Raghunath Mandava, Chief Marketing Officer, Mobile Services, Bharti Airtel. “The HTC Magic presents a powerful mobile internet and multimedia experience that should drive the uptake of accessing the internet over mobile amongst Airtel users.”
“HTC is proud to partner with Airtel in launching the much-anticipated Android-powered HTC Magic in India. The HTC Magic opens up a whole new world of possibilities for people to enrich and customize their mobile phone. HTC has always been known for its industry firsts and technology advancements, and is thus a natural partner to Airtel.” said Jack Tong, Vice President, HTC Asia.
HTC magic features a 3.2″ TFT-LCD touchscreen with a 3.2 Mp camera and Trackball. It comes with a Smart Dialer and an on-screen keyboard. HTC magic would also allow free data download upto 100Mb to Airtel customers for the first six months. The phone is priced at Rs. 30,000 in India and will be available across all Airtel Relationship Centres and HTC resellers across 17 cities in India. It would be interesting to see how this lines up against the upcoming iPhone 3GS, which would incidentally be launched by Airtel (and Vodafone) itself.
via [Tech2]
Categories: Android, HTC, Launch Pad |
Tags: airtel, android india, HTC, htc magic, india, smartphone | 3 Comments
March 19th, 2009
HTC recently faced a lawsuit by IPcom in Germany. Threatning a ban on sale of 3G devices by HTC. However the initial decision on this patent infringment has been suspended for the moment and the matter would be investigated further.
While according to HTC the claim is not valid; the case is not closed yet. For the time being HTC 3G devices runnin WM and Android can sell in Germany.
via Unwired View
Categories: HTC, Tech Industry News |
Tags: HTC, htc germant, ipcom | No Comments
March 9th, 2009
After suing Nokia for over $15 bln last year IPCom has now locked horns with HTC. Apparently IPCom owns some patents related to UMTS technology (that it had bought from OPCom) and would require HTC to get into a licensing agreement with IPcom. If an agreement cannot be reached HTC would be prohibited from selling the affected products in Germany.
Popular HTC devices like G1 and Magic use this technology; while other Windows Mobile offerings from HTC also rely on the same.
Categories: HTC, Tech Industry News |
Tags: germany, HTC, htc germany, ipcom, lawsuit, patent | 1 Comment
February 16th, 2009
Here is the 2nd generation Diamond from HTC. The Diamond 2 has a much plain and sqaure look, something that really pleases us. The device now has a TouchFLo optimized for one hand use and also features a light sensor and Gravity Sensor (just incase you travel to moon 
). Specs Downstairs
(more…)
Categories: First look, windows mobile |
Tags: diamond, diamond 2, HTC, windows mobile, wm | 1 Comment
February 16th, 2009
The previously rumored Android powered HTC G2 is officially named HTC Magic and is coming on Vodafone. Ever since the G1 launched, rumors about an upgraded G2 were out. HTC Magic gets rid of the bulky design that G1 features; this is primiraliy done by eliminating the slideout QWERTY. This automatically confirms a onscreen Qwerty (Cupcake!).
Confirmed features as per BGR:
(more…)
Categories: Android, First look, Leaked / Spyshots |
Tags: android magic, g2, HTC, htc android, htc magic, magic, mwc, mwc 09, mwc09, vodafone, vodafone android | 1 Comment
January 23rd, 2009
HTC has officially unveiled the new revamped Touch Cruise. The device looks sturdy and sleek. The device is powered by a 528Mhz processor and runs Windows Mobile 6.1. HTC Touch Flo technology is in place, Cruise features a 2.8″ QVGA touch screen.
The phone features a dedicated Footprint button and the Touch Cruise is largely being promoted on this feature. Footprints provides the ability to take notes and an audio clip while clicking a photograph, identifying its specific geographical location. In addition to identifying each postcard with its specific GPS co-ordinates, Footprints also auto-names each postcard with its general location or area.
(more…)
Categories: Launch Pad, windows mobile |
Tags: HTC, htc cruise, htc touch cruise, touch, touch cruise, touchscreen, windows mobile, wm | 3 Comments
January 21st, 2009
Gizmodo is displaying some spyshots of HTC G2, believed to be the successor of the current Android phone the G1. G2 appears thinner, without the sliding keyboard thus much more handy. A 3.2MP camera is seen on the back and we are left excited as always…
Categories: Android, Leaked / Spyshots |
Tags: Android, g1, g2, HTC, htc android, htc g2, leaked, spy shots | 1 Comment
December 24th, 2008
Sony Ericsson tried its luck with Windows Mobile powered by HTC (as ODM). But it seems they aren’t too pleased with the Xperia. SE has now tied up with Taiwan-based Mobinnova for manufacturing its future Windows Mobile devices. While no official reason is out, we believe it would be cheaper then HTC and HTC being present under its own brand name in the market might have been hurting SE!
Via Uber Gizmo
Categories: Tech Industry News |
Tags: HTC, odm, se, sony ericsson | 1 Comment
September 17th, 2008
T-Mobile is all set to reveal the first ever Android powered mobile handset, the HTC DREAM on 23rd September at a press conference. However the handset would go on sale only in October. HTC Dream is a full touch screen with a slideout keyboard. Recently a video featuring the HTC Dream has leaked out on the Internet leading to tonnes of rumors about the Android platform.
Google initiated Android is an open source mobile platform, the same is being backed by a number of handset manufactueres. Google has also kicked an Android developers challenge to get the best possible apps for the Android.
Categories: Android, Launch Pad |
Tags: Android, HTC, htc android | No Comments
