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02/06/2012HTC Releases Unaudited Revenues For January 2012
HTC Releases Unaudited Revenues For January 2012
Taoyuan, Taiwan – February 6, 2012 –HTC Corporation (TWSE: 2498), a global leader in mobile innovation and design, today announces unaudited consolidated revenues for January 2012 totaled NT$16,615 million, down 52.55% year-on-year.
Unaudited Consolidated Revenue Report for January 2012(Unit: NT$ million)
About
HTC Founded in 1997, HTC Corporation (HTC) is the creator of many award-winning mobile devices and industry firsts. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC pushes the boundaries of design and technology to create innovative and personal experiences for consumers around the globe. HTC’s portfolio includes smartphones and tablets powered by HTC Sense™, a multilayered graphical user interface that vastly improves user experience. HTC is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE: 2498). For more information, please visit www.htc.com.
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02/06/2012HTC Reports Fourth-quarter And Annual 2011 Results
HTC Reports Fourth-quarter And Annual 2011 Results
Taoyuan, Taiwan, February 6, 2012 – HTC Corporation (“HTC”, or the “Company”, TWSE: 2498), a global leader in mobile innovation and design, today announced consolidated results of the Company and its subsidiaries for the fourth quarter of 2011 and for the year.
4Q Highlights
• After-tax profit was NT$10.94bn, EPS was NT$13.06
• Total revenues were NT$101.42bn
• Gross profit margin and operating margin were 27.12% and 12.71%, respectively
2011 Highlights
• After-tax profit was NT$61.98bn, up 56.77% year-on-year; EPS was NT$73.32
• Total revenue was NT$465.79bn, up 67.09% year-on-year
• Gross profit margin and operating margin was 28.30% and 14.77%, respectively
• ROE was 70.37% compared to 56.33% in 2010
“In 2011 we saw growth in the global strength of our brand, as well as earnings and revenue growth,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC. “While short term performance may not meet the results as expected, we have gained further experience and advancement in the areas of brand management and product innovation. These fundamental strengths and the groundwork we have laid will take us into 2012 with a renewed focus and determination.”
4Q 2011 Results
HTC’s fourth quarter revenue came in-line at NT$101.42bn, resulting in after-tax earnings of NT$10.94bn and EPS of NT$13.06. Gross profit and operating margins came in at 27.12% and 12.71%, respectively. The decline in gross profit margin was mainly a result of product transition.
2011 Results
2011 annual revenue was NT$465.79bn, a 67.09% increase over 2010 annual revenues (NT$278.76bn), resulting in after-tax earnings of NT$61.98bn. Overall gross profits and operating margins were 28.30% and 14.77%, respectively.
In 2011, in addition to solid growth in revenues and profits, HTC’s brand gained significant momentum in the global landscape, being named one of Interbrand’s 100 Best Global Brands.
2012 Outlook
In 2012, HTC will focus on: growing the Company’s brand value; continuing to create competitive advantages through innovation; enhancing the efficiency of marketing campaigns; and further driving down operating costs.
To expand its brand preference and value, HTC will work at a global level to build emotional connections with consumers, putting more of its marketing resources behind fewer products and driving value in those product brands. By building a globalized marketing campaign, HTC aims to optimize its go-to-market strategy with operators, retail distributors, and end-users, and improve the efficiency of its marketing spend. In emerging markets, such as China, HTC will continue to extend its reach to customers by expanding distribution channels.
Despite temporary weakness resulting from product cycle transition, HTC believes it has the ability to create a new wave of momentum through the upcoming product cycle. It will also continue its attention on mass market consumers by driving product differentiation through design and innovation.
1Q Outlook
• 1Q revenue expected to be around NT$65-70bn
The Company’s outlook for the first quarter of 2012 is as follows:
• Gross margin expected to be around 25%
• Operating margin expected to be around 7.5%
These margins are a temporary phenomenon and will normalized when product cycle transition is over.
Conference Call and Webcast
HTC will host its quarterly conference call in Chinese beginning at 4 p.m. (Taiwan Time, GMT+8), and quarterly conference call in English beginning at 9 p.m. (Taiwan Time, GMT+8) on Monday, 6 February, 2012. The conference call in Chinese will be webcast live with audio and slides at：
http://www.mzcan.com/cancast/taiwan/index.php?id=tw2498_146&version=c and webcast link for the call in English is http://www.mzcan.com/cancast/taiwan/index.php?id=tw2498_147&version=e
About HTC
Founded in 1997, HTC Corporation (HTC) is the creator of many award-winning mobile devices and industry firsts. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC pushes the boundaries of design and technology to create innovative and personal experiences for consumers around the globe. HTC’s portfolio includes smartphones and tablets powered by HTC Sense™, a multilayered graphical user interface that vastly improves user experience. HTC is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE: 2498). For more information, please visit www.htc.com. -
01/10/2012HTC Announces HTC TITAN II — HTC’s First 4G LTE Windows Phone
HTC Announces HTC TITAN II — HTC’s First 4G LTE Windows Phone
HTC’s LTE Portfolio Expands With Fourth LTE Smartphone; Latest Windows Phone from HTC to Run on AT&T’s 4G LTE Network in U.S.
Photo Caption: HTC announces the latest Windows Phone HTC TITAN II to run on AT&T's 4G LTE network in U.S. (From the left: AT&T Mobility and Consumer Markets CEO Ralph de la Vega, HTC CEO Peter Chou, Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer)
Photo Caption: HTC CEO Peter Chou introduced the HTC TITAN II as the company’s first Windows Phone to run on a 4G LTE network at the 2012 International CES. Available in the coming months to AT&T customers, the smartphone includes 4.7” touchscreen display, an advanced 16-megapixel digital camera and access to 4G LTE speeds.
Photo Caption: HTC announces the first 4G LTE Windows Phone HTC TITAN II at 2012 CES.LAS VEGAS — Jan. 9, 2012 — At the 2012 International CES, HTC Corp. today introduced the HTC TITAN™ II as the company’s first Windows Phone to run on a 4G LTE network. Available in the coming months to AT&T customers, the smartphone includes the largest display among Windows Phones, an advanced 16-megapixel digital camera and access to 4G LTE* speeds.
“HTC’s history of innovation in 4G technology includes delivering the first 4G-powered devices to each major carrier in the U.S., so it is exciting today to continue that leadership with our first 4G LTE Windows Phone, the HTC TITAN II,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corp. “This full-featured smartphone combines HTC’s design with AT&T’s high-speed 4G LTE network and Microsoft’s powerful Windows Phone software, giving people more of what they crave.”
The HTC TITAN II comes equipped with a brilliant 4.7-inch super LCD capacitive touchscreen display for an optimized viewing experience when watching movies, playing games or enjoying photos and videos. The HTC TITAN II offers quick and easy access to the latest movies and TV shows via HTC Watch and on-the-go gaming with Xbox LIVE.
Packed with advanced imaging technology, the HTC TITAN II features a 16-megapixel camera with a wide-angle lens, autofocus, dual LED flash, red eye reduction, image stabilization, a backside-illuminated sensor and a physical camera button, offering a viable replacement for digital point-and-shoot cameras. The HTC TITAN II delivers a number of features that HTC has developed to help consumers capture photos in a variety of conditions; for instance, panoramic shot for sweeping landscapes and burst shot for action photography. The smartphone also enables 720p HD video recording with the rear-facing camera, as well as on-the-go video chat over Wi-Fi with its 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera.
Access to AT&T’s speedy 4G LTE network paired with Qualcomm’s 1.5 GHz Snapdragon™ S2 processor, enables the HTC TITAN II to deliver fast Web surfing, streaming and downloading. This new powerful smartphone will also feature a 1,730mAh lithium ion battery to support the robust mobile experience on one of the fastest 4G LTE networks.
Featuring the latest version of Windows Phone, the HTC TITAN II enhances connectivity, efficiency and productivity for busy consumers with its large on-screen keyboard and instant access to Windows Phone Office Hub, Microsoft Exchange 2010 and Outlook Mobile. The Live Tile display brings friend and family groups to life and delivers the latest updates and news from popular social networks directly to the home screen. HTC TITAN II customers will also be able to download a number of exclusive HTC applications for free within Windows Marketplace through HTC Hub.
The HTC TITAN II is expected to become available exclusively from AT&T in the U.S. in the coming months.*Limited 4G LTE availability in select markets. 4G speeds delivered by LTE, or HSPA+ with enhanced backhaul, where available. Deployment ongoing. Compatible data plan required. LTE is a trademark of ETSI. Learn more at att.com/network.
About HTC
Founded in 1997, HTC Corporation (HTC) is the creator of many award-winning mobile devices and industry firsts. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC pushes the boundaries of design and technology to create innovative and personal experiences for consumers around the globe. HTC’s portfolio includes smartphones and tablets powered by HTC Sense™, a multilayered graphical user interface that vastly improves user experience. HTC is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE: 2498). For more information, please visit www.htc.com.
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01/09/2012HTC Releases Unaudited Results For 4Q 2011
HTC Releases Unaudited Results For 4Q 2011
Taoyuan, Taiwan – January 6, 2012 – HTC Corporation (TWSE: 2498), a global leader in mobile innovation and design, today announces unaudited consolidated results for 4Q 2011. For the fourth quarter of 2011, total revenues reached NT$101,419 million, a decrease of 2.49% year-on-year. Unaudited operating income was NT$12,982 million, net income before tax was NT$13,243 million, net income after tax was NT$11,017 million, and unaudited earnings per share after tax were NT$13.13 based on 839,117 thousand weighted average number of shares.
2011 Fourth Quarter Unaudited Consolidated Financial Results(Unit: NT$ million, Except Earnings Per Share)
*Calculation of the after-tax EPS for fourth quarter 2010 and the entire year of 2010 was based on 810,327 thousand and 815,239 thousand weighted average number of shares, respectively.
About HTC
Founded in 1997, HTC Corporation (HTC) is the creator of many award-winning mobile devices and industry firsts. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC pushes the boundaries of design and technology to create innovative and personal experiences for consumers around the globe. HTC’s portfolio includes smartphones and tablets powered by HTC Sense™, a multilayered graphical user interface that vastly improves user experience. HTC is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE: 2498). For more information, please visit www.htc.com.
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12/06/2011HTC Releases Unaudited Revenues For November 2011
HTC Releases Unaudited Revenues For November 2011
Taoyuan, Taiwan – December 6, 2011 – HTC Corporation (TWSE: 2498), a global designer of mobile devices, today announces that unaudited consolidated revenues for November 2011 totaled NT$30,942 million, down 19.60% year-on-year, while total unaudited consolidated revenues from January to November 2011 were NT$439,432 million, up 78.87% YoY.
Unaudited Consolidated Revenue Report for November 2011(Unit: NT$ million)
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones and tablets that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com.
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11/04/2011HTC Releases Unaudited Revenues For October 2011
HTC Releases Unaudited Revenues For October 2011
Taoyuan, Taiwan – November 4, 2011 – HTC Corporation (TWSE: 2498), a global designer of mobile devices, today announces that unaudited consolidated revenues for October 2011 totaled NT$44,114 million, up 36.01% year-on-year, while total unaudited consolidated revenues from January to October 2011 were NT$408,490 million, up 97.16% YoY.
Unaudited Consolidated Revenue Report for October 2011
(Unit: NT$ million)
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative devices that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com.
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11/04/2011【HTC Event Photo】HTC and Verizon Wireless Unveil HTC Rezound, First Smartphone in the U.S. to Feature Beats Audio
Photo Caption: HTC & Verizon Wireless unveil HTC Rezound, the first smartphone in the U.S. with Beats Audio. Paired with Verizon Wireless’ lightning-fast 4G LTE network to provide the ultimate audio and visual experience. (From the left: Peter Chou, HTC CEO; Jimmy Iovine, Chairman of Beats by Dr. Dre and Chairman and CEO of Interscope Geffen A&M Records)
Photo Caption: HTC continues to strengthen partnerships with Beats by launching HTC Rezound, which integrates a powerful entertainment experience with unparalleled audio and multimedia capabilities, delivering a robust entertainment experience for users. (From the left: Jimmy Iovine, Chairman of Beats by Dr. Dre and Chairman and CEO of Interscope Geffen A&M Records; Dr. Dre, founder of Beats by Dr. Dre and legendary artist and record producer; Peter Chou, HTC CEO; Jason Mackenzie, HTC president for global sales and marketing)
Photo Caption: Consumers enthusiastically attend the HTC Rezound launch event in New York, to be the first to experience the advanced multimedia features and brand new mobile entertainment experience.
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11/04/2011HTC and Verizon wireless unveil HTC Rezound™, first smartphone in the U.S. to feature Beats audio™
HTC and Verizon wireless unveil HTC Rezound™, first smartphone in the U.S. to feature Beats audio™
HTC Rezound breaks new ground withintroduction of
advancedaudio andhigh-definition visual experienceTaoyuan, Taiwan, New York City – November 4, 2011–HTC Corporation, a global designer of mobile devices, and Verizon Wirelessannouncedthe HTC Rezound™in New York city on Nov. 3,the only phone in the United Stateswith Beats Audio™ integration. A result of the recent partnership between HTC and Beats, the HTC Rezounddeliversa powerful entertainment experience with unparalleled audio and multimedia capabilities highlighted by a 4.3-inch true HD 720p display. The HTC Rezound, a premium designed smartphone that includes the latest HTC Sense experience and access to Verizon Wireless’ 4G LTE network, will be available exclusively from Verizon Wireless on Nov. 14.
“HTC is dedicated to delivering the latest in sight and sound innovation and we’reexcited to be introducing the first U.S. smartphone featuring Beats Audio technology,” said Peter Chou, CEO, HTC Corporation. “Paired with Verizon Wireless’ blazing-fast 4G LTE network and a robust multimedia experience, the HTC Rezound enables customers to enjoy their favorite musicand entertainment on-the-go like never before.”
The HTC Rezound enables customers to hear music the way the artist intended with unique audio tuning by Beats that delivers thundering bass, soaring midrange and crisp highs. Unique to HTC, the HTC Rezound also includes new lightweight Beats headphones, created exclusively to integrate with the Beats’ audio profile on the device. Hands-free calling is easy with the built-in microphone and the on-cable remote to pause, advance or rewind and answer a call mid-track.
“HTC fully recognizes the destruction to audio caused by the digital revolution. They embrace our vision to repair this ecosystem and bring the feeling from the recording studio to thesmartphone,“ said Jimmy Iovine, chairman of Beats By Dr. Dre. "This is only the beginning of our plan to fix how music is delivered.”
Lightning-fast mobile entertainment
The HTC Rezound is the first HTC smartphone to feature a trueHD 720p display and is perfect for enjoying high-quality entertainment on the 4.3-inch super LCD screen. HTC Watch puts an entire library of the latest premium movies and TV shows right at your fingertips. Usinga wireless connection, HTC Watch uses progressive download technology on the HTC Rezoundwhich makes it possible to watch videos without waiting for them to finish downloading. Customers can rent or purchase videos through HTC Watch and enjoy content on up to five different HTC devices. The HTC Rezound features Mobile High Definition Link (MHL) connectivity, so customers can watch content from the device on an HDTV, including 5.1 surround sound and SRS WOW™ HD surround to take advantage of a home theater setup.Equipped with a 1.5 GHz dual-core processor, the HTC Rezound offers a speedy mobile experience even for the most demanding media enthusiast.“HTC Rezound combines sleek design, innovative entertainment features and the power of Verizon Wireless network to create a multi-media phone that consumers have been waiting for,” said Jeff Dietel, vice president of marketing, for Verizon Wireless. “4G LTE speeds take mobile entertainment to a new level, providing customers with advanced functionality in a phone they can count on for everyday use.”
Advanced multimedia features
The HTC Rezound boasts an 8-megapixel camera featuring autofocus, dual LED flash, a f/2.2 and 28mm wide-angle lens with BSI sensor to fit more of the scene into every shot and for better low-light performance. The enhanced camera features available through HTC Sense offer new scenes and effects such as panoramic mode for capturing life on a grand scale or action burst scene for the perfect action shot.For self-portraits or video conversations, the HTC Rezound also features a 2-megapixel front-facing camera. With a 1080p camcorder, the HTC Rezound enables customers to record a perfect moment with stunning clarity and incredible stereo sound, perfect for sharing on YouTube or Facebook. Customers can also wirelessly send their media to a compatible TV for looking at videos or pictures with friends and family using Digital Living Network Alliance®(DLNA).
HTC Sense
Featuring the latest version of HTC Sense, the HTC Rezound enablespeople tocreate a unique and intuitive user experience that matches their personal preference and lifestyle. A customizable active lockscreen experience transforms the lockscreen into a real-time window to the most important information and content, such as social updates, photos, weather or stock updates that are viewed by simply turning on the display. In addition, the new active lockscreen becomes a customizable gateway that lets people quickly jump to the most used features, like making a phone call, sending an email, taking a picture or anything else with the same quick gesture usually used to unlock the phone.HTC Sense also delivers a new group messaging experience simplifying group and multimedia messaging so people can stay up-to-date on the latest conversations quickly and easily. People can view recent status updates from popular social networks in one place using FriendStream™, as well as sync their contact list with all email accounts and social networks for smooth integration.
“HTC and Beats have been important partners to Best Buy over the years and we are thrilled to help them bring the HTC Rezound on the Verizon Wireless network to consumers,” said Scott Anderson, head of merchandising for Best Buy Mobile. “This is going to be a big holiday for smartphones and people will be looking for new and different features. The HTC Rezound, with HTC’s mobile expertise and audio excellence from Beats, will be a great option for our customers.”
Availability
The HTC Rezound will be available beginning Nov. 14 at Verizon Wireless and at Best Buy and Best Buy Mobile stores for $299.99 with a new two-year customer agreement. Customers who purchase the HTC Rezound will need to subscribe to a Verizon Wireless Nationwide Talk plan beginning at $39.99 for monthly access and a smartphone data package starting at $30 monthly access for 2 GB of data. Customers can visit www.verizonwireless.com/Rezound to sign up for more information.About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative devices that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com.About Beats Electronics LLC
Established in 2006, Beats Electronics is the brainchild of legendary artist and producer Dr. Dre and Chairman of Interscope Geffen A&M Records Jimmy Iovine, who set out to develop a new type of headphone with the capability to reproduce the full spectrum of sound that musical artists and producers hear in professional recording studios. For more information, please visit http://beatsbydre.com.About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation’s largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves 107.7 million total wireless connections, including 90.7 million retail customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with nearly 83,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD). For more information, visit www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia. -
10/31/2011HTC Reports 3Q 2011 Results
HTC Reports 3Q 2011 Results
QUARTERLY REVENUES, NET PROFITS AND EPS ALL HIT NEW HIGHS
Taoyuan, Taiwan, October 31, 2011 – HTC Corporation (TWSE: 2498), a global leader in smartphone innovation and design, today announced consolidated results of the Company and its subsidiaries for the third quarter of 2011.
3Q Highlights
• After-tax profit was NT$18.68bn, up 68% year-on-year; EPS was NT$22.07
• Total revenues grew for the sixth consecutive quarter since 1Q 2010 and reached NT$135.82bn, up 79% year-on-year
• Handset shipments totaled 13.2mn units, up 93% year-on-year
• ASP was US$344, up 0.6% year-on-year
• Gross profit margin and operating margin were both in line with original guidance at 28.0% and 14.9%, respectively3Q 2011 Results
HTC’s diverse product offerings, expanded distribution network and growing global brand recognition, have helped the Company deliver a record-high quarterly revenue of NT$135.82bn in the third quarter of 2011, resulting in after-tax earnings of NT$18.68bn and EPS of NT$22.07.HTC sold 13.2 million smartphones in 3Q 2011: 93% more than the same period last year, and 9% more than the second quarter of this year.
New products launched during 3Q addressed a wide variety of customers and market segments. Co-branded with Beats, HTC Sensation XE and HTC Sensation XL offer a studio-quality experience to consumers. HTC Rhyme bundled a new HTC Sense experience and sleek accessories to create a lifestyle device. The Company expanded its entry-level offerings by launching HTC Explorer into emerging markets, such as India, on the heels of HTC Wildfire’s success. And HTC Titan and HTC Radar were the first smartphones to launch with the new Windows Phone “Mango” platform.
China is one of the most important growth regions for HTC, and China reported top sales growth across all regions this quarter – 9x more than its sales volume in the same period last year. HTC Wildfire has become an iconic, mainstream smartphone in the region, and HTC launched the flagship HTC Sensation into two major operators (China Mobile and China Unicom) networks. Two highly-customized social networking devices – HTC 微客 with Sina Weibo and HTC ChaCha with QQ – showed HTC’s strong commitment to deepen Chinese consumers’ experience. The Company aims to capture early brand preference in China, as smartphone penetration is at an early stage.
Operating profit continued to grow from NT$12.40 billion in the same period last year, to NT$20.18 billion this quarter- up 63% year-on-year and 5% quarter-on-quarter - on the back of expansion in operating scale and increased revenue. HTC is focused on driving economic scale to achieve efficient operating leverage and a healthy operating margin level.
“We aim to lead the way as the smartphone market continues to expand and change rapidly,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC. “We pride ourselves on anticipating market and consumer needs and addressing them before they are realized. We are growing rapidly and responsibly around the globe and continue to expand our leadership in new areas, such as LTE.”
LTE technology is expected to be the next generation wireless communication technology for high-speed data. Since 2009, HTC has maintained its leadership position in 4G, developing and shipping more 4G devices than any other company. An LTE device upgrade cycle is foreseeable in 2012 in both the United States and some advanced markets in Asia (e.g., Japan, Korea, and Hong Kong). HTC is poised to capture an advantage in this market.
In addition to LTE, HTC has invested in delivering innovation to the entry-level smartphone sector. HTC Wildfire has become one of the Company’s top selling products, and the newly-launched HTC Explorer continues to attract first-time smartphone buyers. The Company is committed to drive innovation, not only with high-end LTE devices, but also to the mass market.
Despite uncertainties in the macro-economic environment, HTC believes in its ability to continue to drive strong growth, and is committed to continue investing in marketing, operations and R&D. Going into fourth quarter this year, HTC’s retail presence in China is expected to expand, totaling up to 2,000 outlets. A new factory in Taoyuan is scheduled to complete beginning of next year, which has the potential to increase capacity by up to 40 million units per year. Last but not least, the Company continues its focus on creating global brand preference and emotional connection with customers.
4Q 2011 Outlook
The Company’s outlook for the fourth quarter of 2011 is as follows:
• 4Q revenue expected to be around NT$125 to 135bn, up 20% to 30% year-on-year
• 4Q shipment expected to be around 12.0 to 13.0mn units, up 31% to 42% year-on-year
• Gross margin expected to be around 28.0%±0.5%
• Operating margin expected to be in the range of 14.5%±0.5%Conference Call and Webcast
HTC will host its quarterly conference call in Chinese beginning at 4 p.m. (Taiwan Time, GMT+8), and quarterly conference call in English beginning at 8 p.m. (Taiwan Time, GMT+8) on Monday, October 31st, 2011. The conference call in Chinese will be webcast live with audio and slides at：http://www.mzcan.com/cancast/taiwan/index.php?id=tw2498_143&version=c and webcast link for the call in English is http://www.mzcan.com/cancast/taiwan/index.php?id=tw2498_143&version=e.About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile industry. By putting people at the centre of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones and tablets that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
10/19/2011HTC Acquires Inquisitive Minds to Create Protected Mobile Environment For Kids
HTC Acquires Inquisitive Minds to Create Protected Mobile Environment For Kids
Pioneer in cross-platform family friendly interactive learning experiences strengthens HTC’s offerings
Taoyuan, Taiwan – October 18, 2011 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of mobile devices, today confirmed its commitment to ensuring personalized mobile experiences for consumers of all ages with the acquisition of Mountain View-based Inquisitive Minds Inc. The makers of Zoodles will maintain an independent brand, continuing to provide free apps and services that put smartphones, tablets and computers into Kid Mode™.
Widely recognized in North America for its award-winning work with parent and teacher associations, Zoodles will join forces with HTC to create vertically-integrated software, content, service and hardware experiences, only available on HTC devices. It will also continue to deliver a child-friendly, self-contained environment across Android, iPhone, iPad, PC and Mac devices, as well as a dedicated cloud platform.
“Children interact with technology in a wonderfully natural way,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC. “It’s important that they are protected while exploring and learning. We want to create a wholesome, family-oriented environment for our HTC devices, which makes Zoodles a perfect fit.”
With Zoodles, devices transform into a mode that allows kids eight and under to safely play educational games and videos that are tailored to their age, skill level and desired parental controls. Additionally children can interact with family members through video storybooks and an innovative Video Mail feature. By putting children and families at the center of everything it does, Zoodles creates unique experiences to enrich the lives of children and parents around the world.
Mark Williamson, CEO and co-founder of Zoodles said, "Over the years we have developed a deep understanding of how children play and learn through digital devices. We are incredibly enthused to become part of HTC, a company which shares our passion for putting users at the center of everything we do, and we are looking forward to continuing to innovate around solutions where children can safely and independently play and learn through digital devices."
HTC is investing $13 million for the acquisition of Inquisitive Minds. Zoodles boasts two million customers and HTC plans to expand Zoodles’ reach by bringing it to international markets, enriching global content and enhancing user experience for both kids and their parents worldwide.
About Inquisitive Minds
Mark Williamson, a father of two, founded Inquisitive Minds, Inc in late 2008, with the goal of harnessing the power of the Internet to create a safe, engaging and interactive place for young kids to play and learn. The company soft-launched its first product, Zoodles (www.zoodles.com), in April 2009. By gathering the best educational content from across the Web in one kid-friendly place, Zoodles finally gives parents an alternative to the television for independent playtime. Zoodles was recently awarded a Seal of Approval from the National Parenting Center, America’s leading parenting advocacy organization, the Parents’ Choice Award from The Parents’ Choice Foundation, the nation’s oldest nonprofit consumer guide to quality children’s media, and the coveted Gold Award from the National Parenting Publications (NAPPA), a seal given to the best children’s products and parent resources. Based in Mountain View, California, the company is backed by Harrison Metal Capital and led by a team of parents, engineers and education experts who love to help kids learn. www.zoodles.com.About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile industry. By putting people at the centre of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones and tablets that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
09/29/2011HTC Unveils HTC Explorer™ – Continues To Expand The Global Market For Affordable Smartphones
HTC Unveils HTC Explorer™ – Continues To Expand The Global Market For Affordable Smartphones
HTC Explorer delivers an affordable smartphone with HTC Sense and distinct design
NEW DELHI, INDIA – September 29, 2011 – HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile innovation and design, today unveiled HTC Explorer, its most affordable smartphone and the latest addition to its global portfolio of devices. HTC Explorer brings an advanced smartphone experience to first time smartphone customers. With a curved and compact design, a 3.2” HVGA touchscreen and 3MP camera, HTC Explorer offers smartphone performance in an attractive and affordable phone.
“HTC Explorer is an easy-to-use smartphone that puts the customer in control, providing quick access to their most important content and information,” said Jason Mackenzie, president of global sales and marketing, HTC Corporation. “HTC Explorer is simply a smarter phone for anyone and it represents another clear demonstration of HTC’s global commitment to expanding the market for advanced smartphones.”
HTC Sense
With HTC Sense™ integrated, customers experience sharp graphics, vibrant animations, a wide variety of widgets and a cinematic and immersive weather experience. HTC Explorer also includes a customizable lock screen that functions as a real-time window to the customer’s most important information and content, such as social updates, photos, weather or stock updates that are viewed by simply waking up the display. The lock screen also enables quick access to the camera for capturing those important moments. It also includes a new Smart Dialer that displays a one-touch menu for quick, easy dialing of contacts.
Stay connected with family and friends
Track social updates from colleagues, friends and family with the People widget that displays social updates in a single easy-to-view thread. You can also easily send a photo, video clip or location in a message with just one touch.Fast Intuitive Web Browsing
HTC Explorer provides a complete web browsing experience with Adobe® Flash® support, and is the first in its class with a HVGA display, allowing you to run nearly all of the applications in Android Market. Smart URL prediction provides quick access to the top 100 websites, while automatic URL correction streamlines web navigation. Users can make restaurant reservations or connect to customer service hotlines just by tapping the phone numbers listed on any website. And if you’ve forgotten to print out the map of your destination, simply tap on the address to bring up a real-time map and its location.Take control of your life
The HTC Explorer allows you to access multiple work and personal email accounts and combine different calendars into a single view. Appointments from each calendar are displayed in different colours to deliver a clearer picture of your busy day. New calendar invites are also managed from one tab allowing you determine the best use of your time. HTC Explorer offers you control over your data and mobile services with a usage monitor that tracks your call minutes, messages and data to keep you on top of your spending.Availability
The HTC Explorer will be available across key markets in EMEA and Asia from Q4 2011 in Metallic Black, Active Black and Metallic Navy. Customers will be also able to customize their HTC Explorer with a range of optional back covers including Metallic Blue, Metallic Orange, Metallic White and Metallic Purple.About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones and tablets that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
09/01/2011HTC Unveils HTC TITAN And HTC Radar Smartphones
HTC Unveils HTC TITAN And HTC Radar Smartphones
Smartphones unveiled at consumer meet-ups across Europe
LONDON, PARIS, MADRID and BERLIN – September 1, 2011 – HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile innovation and design, today hosted a series of consumer meet-ups in London, Paris, Madrid and Berlin to unveil its new HTC TITAN™ and HTC Radar™ with Windows® Phone smartphones. The HTC TITAN brings your favorite content and multimedia experiences closer than ever with a large 4.7 inch display, HTC’s largest phone screen ever wrapped in an ultra-thin 9.9mm aluminum case. The HTC Radar is designed to keep you close to the people, news and entertainment that matters to you most. Consumers enjoyed exclusive hands-on demos of the new devices and got to try out Microsoft’s next release of Windows Phone, code-named Mango..
“The new HTC TITAN and HTC Radar smartphones raise the bar with new advanced photography, multimedia and social capabilities that enable you to take full advantage of the latest Windows Phone innovations,” said Jason Mackenzie, President of Global Sales and Marketing, HTC Corporation. “With its large, cinematic display, the HTC TITAN packs an amazing amount of power and innovation into a device that is unlike anything you’ve ever held before and the HTC Radar’s aluminum uni-body, compact size and finish will capture people’s attention.”
Picture Perfect
Both HTC TITAN and HTC Radar include a dedicated hardware camera button which enables you to capture vivid images without unlocking the phone while the f/2.2 aperture lens and back-illuminated sensor provide improved low-light performance – making sure you never miss that perfect shot. With 28mm wide-angle lenses you can capture more of the scene in front of you while the new panoramic feature lets you create dramatic pictures of skylines and landscapes. Both devices can shoot bright and vibrant HD (720p) videos, making them perfect companions for family functions or a night out with friends. And with the HTC Photo Enhancer, you can quickly touch up pictures and upload them to Facebook, tagging your friends as you go using automatic face detection built in to Windows Phones.
“Phones were originally designed for communication, but they haven’t kept up with the way consumers are actually communicating today. That’s why we built Windows Phone to put people first, building in all the key types of communication people are already using right out of the box,” said Andy Lees, President of Windows Phone Division. “Both HTC TITAN and HTC Radar bring a sleek, modern design that perfectly complements this people first experience, making sure it’s easy to connect & share with the people you care about most so the message always gets through.”
HTC TITAN
With its large and bright 4.7 inch super LCD screen, an 8 megapixel rear-facing camera and 1.3 megapixel front facing camera for live video calling, HTC TITAN combines high performance innovation with a super-slim 9.9mm curved body made from a brushed aluminium shell that fits comfortably in your hand and exudes style and quality.
HTC TITAN is also the perfect portable office that enables efficient multitasking like viewing a presentation while you’re on a conference call or listening to music while compiling an email. With its expansive screen with built in Microsoft® Office Mobile, this super smartphone enables you to create, edit and collaborate quickly and easily. Advanced email features like Linked inboxes makes it easy to manage multiple email accounts, synchronize your to-do list and calendars in one place, group contacts to make communication simpler and faster, and even store your latest ideas and notes in the cloud with Microsoft® OneNote®. Typing on the HTC TITAN is quick and easy with the huge virtual keyboard on the responsive 4.7 inch screen.
HTC Radar
Elegantly crafted with an aluminium unibody, HTC Radar brings you closer to the important things in life, with the new People Hub from Windows Phone. The People Hub keeps you up to date with your friends’ latest news showing all of your communication history with each person, as well as their recent social network updates and photos. You can also stay in touch using SMS, Facebook chat and Windows Live® Messenger in one conversation, without having to switch applications or disrupt the conversation flow. Alternatively, speak “face-to-face” with new video calling that lets you see your friends’ faces on the bright and sharp 3.8 inch screen.
Entertainment on the move
With HTC TITAN and HTC Radar, mobile multimedia is greatly improved. Both phones include HTC Watch™ – an application and service that puts an entire library of the latest, premium movies and TV shows right at your fingertips, letting people discover the latest video content in an easy and visually engaging way. Utilizing Virtual 5.1 surround sound for a rich audio experience, these phones are perfect for enjoying the Zune® music service. Internet browsing is fast and smooth with HTML5 support. You also get an amazing mobile gaming with Xbox LIVE®, giving you access to a great selection of games for Windows Phone, which include features like Leaderboards and Achievement that connect you with your friends and the Xbox LIVE community around the world.
Availability
HTC TITAN and HTC Radar will be broadly available from October 2011 globally, beginning in Europe and Asia.
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile industry. By putting people at the centre of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones and tablets that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com.
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08/16/2011HTC Sues Apple For Patent Infringement
HTC Sues Apple For Patent Infringement
Complaint outlines three HTC patents infringed by Apple products
Seattle – August 16, 2011 – HTC Corporation today took legal action against Apple Inc., filing a complaint with the United States International Trade Commission (ITC) and the U.S. District Court of Delaware for patent infringement by Apple’s Mac computer product lines as well Apple’s iPhone, iPad and iPod product lines.
“We are taking this action against Apple to protect our intellectual property, our industry partners, and most importantly our customers that use HTC phones,” said Grace Lei, general counsel, HTC Corporation. “This is the 3rd case before the ITC in which Apple is infringing our intellectual property. Apple needs to stop its infringement of our patented inventions in its products.”
The patents at issue cover a range of functionality embodied in Apple’s Mac computer and mobile devices that are essential to user experience, including: 1) Wi-Fi capability that allows users to wirelessly network multiple devices at home, at work, or in public, and 2) processor communication technology that enables a seamless integration of a PDA and a cellular phone into a single device providing users with a true smartphone experience. The patents at issue are U.S. Patent Nos. 7,417,944, and 7,672,219 and 7,765,414.
The case is Certain Electronic Devices With Communication Capabilities, Components Thereof, and Related Software.
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative devices that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
08/05/2011HTC Expands Cloud Services with Dashwire Acquisition
HTC Expands Cloud Services with Dashwire Acquisition
New role will be responsible for global sales and product marketing
Taoyuan, Taiwan – August 5, 2011- HTC Corporation, a global designer of mobile devices, today announced the acquisition of Seattle-based Dashwire, Inc, the maker of the Dashworks platform that provides mobile and web applications, enabling people to easily setup and personalize their smartphones, and seamlessly access their mobile content across multiple screens and services. Dashwire will become a wholly owned subsidiary of HTC.
“Cloud services are key to delivering the promise of connected services to our customers,” said Fred Liu, president of engineering and operations, HTC Corporation. “People want access to all of their important content wherever they are on any device. The addition of Dashwire’s cutting-edge sync services and deep mobile cloud experience strengthens our ability to deliver these services in a more powerful way.”
HTC will utilize Dashwire’s cloud sync and device set up products to extend the HTCSense.com cloud services it launched last year.
“Dashwire was founded with the conviction that mobile cloud services would fundamentally change how people create, connect with and share their content across their devices,” said Ford Davidson, founder and CEO of Dashwire. “HTC shares the mobile cloud computing vision with Dashwire which makes it exciting for us to be joining the HTC family to drive even more innovation in this space.”
About Dashwire, Inc.
Dashwire, Inc. was founded in 2006 to help people get the most out of their mobile device experiences by seamlessly integrating the device and world it captures with the web. Dashwire is a privately held company headquartered in Seattle, Washington, USA. The company is backed by Trilogy Equity Partners and Best Buy Capital. For moreinformation about Dashwire, please visit http://www.dashwire.com.About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones and tablets that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com.All trademarks mentioned in this document are trademarks of their respective owners.
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07/14/2011HTC Appoints Jason Mackenzie To Newly Created Position Of President For Global Sales And Marketing
HTC Appoints Jason Mackenzie To Newly Created Position Of President For Global Sales And Marketing
New role will be responsible for global sales and product marketing
Taoyuan, Taiwan - July 13, 2011 - HTC Corporation, a global designer of mobile phones and devices, today announced the promotion of Jason Mackenzie to the newly-created position of president for global sales and marketing, effective immediately. In his new role, Mackenzie will report to Peter Chou and will be responsible for ensuring that HTC's sales strategies and go-to-market execution are aligned as HTC expands its global reach.
"Under Jason's leadership, HTC has become one of the leading smartphone brands in the Americas. His attention to detail, focus on customer service and commitment to driving HTC's innovations across the region have been a testament to his sales and marketing management capabilities," said Peter Chou, chief executive officer of HTC Corporation. "In his new role, Jason is responsible for driving tighter integration and scale across our product portfolio globally."
Mackenzie joined HTC in 2005 and has led HTC North America and Latin America since 2007. He will continue in his role as president of North America and Latin America until a replacement is announced.
"HTC's tremendous success is testament to the company's commitment to innovation and focus on delivering unique experiences that capture the imagination of our customers around the world," said Mackenzie. "I am excited to be a part of a new phase in taking HTC's products to more people around the world."
Prior to HTC, Mackenzie held a progression of sales and marketing positions with DENSO Wireless and Siemens Communications, concluding as Vice President for Siemens Communications. Mackenzie earned a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego.
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones and tablets that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com.
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06/26/2011HTC Invests in New European and UK Headquarters
HTC Invests in New European and UK Headquarters
LONDON, UK – June 27, 2011 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of mobile devices, today opened the doors to its new European and UK headquarters based in Slough in a ceremony officiated by Ed Vaizey MP, the Minister for Culture, Communications and Creative Industries. The ceremony was attended by The Worshipful the Mayor of Slough, Sukhjit Dhaliwal, Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation, members of the HTC board and Florian Seiche, President of HTC EMEA, who highlighted this important milestone in the company’s history, affirming HTC’s commitment to consumers, operators and partners across the region.
HTC’s European operations have grown steadily over recent years to encompass more than 50 territories. Its commitment to Europe has influenced HTC’s global strategy through engagement, investment in local talent and strategic partnerships with local and regional operators and partners. It has also been a source of new inspiration to the designers and engineering teams behind HTC’s expanding portfolio of mobile devices, delivering experiences that strongly resonate with local cultures. Melding Eastern culture with Western ideals, HTC has developed a fast-paced innovation environment and people-centric business model that has propelled the company to a global consumer brand. The investment in the EMEA market’s own headquarters symbolises the rapid growth HTC has experienced in recent years.
“HTC is on a hugely exciting journey, from humble beginnings to a global brand,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “HTC is growing on all fronts in 2011; we’re attracting new, exciting talent to the senior management team and increasing our commitment to local markets through investment in people and partnerships. Our new European office is a natural next step to show our commitment to the EMEA market and we look forward to using this office as a base from which to drive the European mobile market forward in the years to come.”
The new facility will house the senior management, sales & marketing and engineering teams for HTC EMEA and HTC UK. Florian Seiche, President of HTC EMEA commented, “Slough is the ideal base from which to operate in Europe and run our UK business, which we have seen go from strength to strength. It offers great transport links with easy access to London and the major travel hubs for the rest of Europe. HTC is committed to expanding our influence in EMEA over the next few years and look forward to using this new state-of-the-art base to derive more insights into how we will communicate in the future in order to fuel mobile innovation now and in the future.”
Notes to editors
2010 key figures:
- 25 million handsets sold worldwide
- Revenue in 2010 topped $9 billion, representing a 93% growth on previous year
- 50% consumer brand awareness achieved
Q1 2011 key figures:
- 9.7 million smartphones sold globally: an increase of 192% year-on-year, and 6% on the previous quarter.
- In the first quarter of 2011, smartphone sales across EMEA jumped 67 percent from a year earlier. (Canalys data)
About the new HQ
- The new European and UK headquarters is 6,500 square metres (69,692 square feet) in size
- The new headquarters was formerly the UK headquarters of O2
- The facility provides additional space for nearly 150 new positions to be created over the coming 12 months
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
05/19/2011HTC Increases Commitment To Asia Markets Supported By Expanded Leadership Team
HTC Increases Commitment To Asia Markets Supported By Expanded Leadership Team
HTC announces Jack Tong as president of HTC North Asia and Lennard Hoornik as president of HTC South Asia
Taoyuan, Taiwan – May 18, 2011 – HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile innovation and design, today announced an increased commitment to Asia-Pacific supported by the executive promotion of Jack Tong and the appointment of Lennard Hoornik to newly created regional management positions. The organizational expansion allows HTC to build a strategic foundation for future growth across the region.
“2011 has already been a year of remarkable growth and expansion for HTC,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “Today’s announcement is more than a product of that success, it is a signal of our commitment to ongoing strategic investment in Asia and building on our regional leadership as we look forward to our future growth opportunities.”
As president of HTC North Asia, Jack Tong will be based in Taiwan and will be responsible for the growth and development of Taiwan, Hong Kong, Korea, Japan, Vietnam and China. Over the last six years in his previous role as vice president of HTC Asia, Jack Tong grew HTC from a relatively young brand to one of the region’s mobile leaders. In 2010, his leadership propelled HTC Asia to 200% growth, making it the fastest-growing region for the company and laying the groundwork for today’s announcement of expanded investment.As president of HTC South Asia Pacific, Lennard Hoornik will be based in Singapore and responsible for Singapore, India, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippine, Australia and New Zealand. Hoornik brings a wealth of expertise in the mobile industry where he has held multiple management positions in the Asia-Pacific region.
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones and tablets that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
04/12/2011HTC Unveils Multimedia Superphone, The HTC Sensation™ 4G
HTC Unveils Multimedia Superphone, The HTC Sensation™ 4G
HTC brings one of its most advanced smartphones ever to the United States exclusively to T-Mobile customers
BELLEVUE, Wash. – April 12, 2011 – HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile innovation and design, today introduced the HTC Sensation 4G, a smartphone that shines a spotlight on entertainment with HTC’s new HTC Watch™ video service. Crafted with premium design elements, the HTC Sensation 4G features the company’s latest customer-focused HTC Sense™ experience that puts people at the center by making their smartphones work in a more simple and natural way. The HTC Sensation 4G will be available in the US exclusively from T-Mobile USA beginning this summer.
“Consumers have quickly transformed smartphones into consumer lifestyle hubs that are pocket-sized entertainment centers that enable people to take their favorite multimedia content with them wherever they go. The new HTC Watch service makes it fun and easy for people to access premium movies and TV shows while on the go,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “The HTC Sensation 4G combines this great multimedia experience within the latest HTC Sense experience in a premium device that delivers a powerful and unprecedented smartphone to our customers.”
“The HTC Sensation 4G delivers the ultimate in speed and entertainment on America’s Largest 4G network,” said Andrew Sherrard, senior vice president of marketing for T-Mobile USA. “With a lightning-fast dual core processor and 4G speeds, customers will experience the difference when accessing rich media and content on the HTC Sensation 4G’s beautiful qHD display. We look forward to adding the HTC Sensation 4G to our industry-leading lineup of 4G smartphones.”
Premium Design and Materials
Tapping into HTC’s trademark design language, the HTC Sensation 4G’s premium look and feel is enhanced by its rounded edges, aluminum unibody construction and the touch screen surface is protected by a contoured screen that feels more natural as a finger is glided across it. The 4.3-inch qHD display delivers high-resolution widescreen viewing and gives the HTC Sensation 4G slender proportions that feel natural in a person’s hand. At the heart of the HTC Sensation 4G beats a powerful, 1.2-gigahertz dual-core Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ processor, which enables gorgeous graphics and all-around fast performance.HTC Sense
Complementing the HTC Sensation 4G’s premium design is the latest HTC Sense experience that boasts a host of new features and enhancements, helping people to have more fun and get more done. For instance, HTC Sense introduces a customizable active lockscreen experience that transforms the lockscreen into a real-time window to the most important information and content, such as social updates, photos, weather or stock updates that are viewed by simply waking up the display. In addition, the new active lockscreen becomes a customizable gateway that lets people quickly jump to the most used features, like making a phone call, sending an email, taking a picture or anything else with the same quick gesture usually used to unlock the phone. For instance, the camera can be launched right from the lock screen with a single motion, saving precious seconds when you’re trying to capture the action. Sharper graphics, vibrant animations and new widgets make HTC Sense look better than ever and, by continuing to focus on all of the aspects, both large and small, that make HTC Sense special, HTC introduces a more cinematic and immersive weather experience with stunning imagery and audible weather effects.HTC Sense also makes it easy to have fun by enabling people to capture and share special moments. The HTC Sensation 4G’s 8-megapixel camera doesn’t just shoot gorgeous photos but, with the new instant capture feature, lets people capture the moments they want without worrying about missing or keeping up with the action. The HTC Sensation 4G also shoots full HD video in 1080p resolution, with full stereo sound, at up to 30 frames a second, giving you smooth video that is better than many other phones. With the new Video Trimmer tool, people can crop their clips to the perfect size for easy sharing with friends and family.
HTC Watch
The HTC Sensation 4G is a smartphone that is built from the ground up for a sophisticated, evolved multimedia experience. The 4.3” widescreen display means that users can watch movies like they were meant to be seen – in their full cinematic glory, with no cropping or letterboxing. The HTC Sensation 4G is also the first smartphone to feature HTC Watch – an application and service that puts an entire library of the latest, premium movies and TV shows right at your fingertips, letting people discover the latest video content in an easy and visually engaging way. HTC Watch uses progressive download technology that makes it possible to watch videos without waiting for a huge file to finish downloading. HTC Watch offers the choice of renting or buying videos, and if purchased, lets you watch them on up to five different HTC devices.About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones and tablets that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
04/12/2011HTC Unveils Multimedia Superphone, The HTC Sensation™
HTC Unveils Multimedia Superphone, The HTC Sensation™
HTC continues to introduce advanced entertainment
capabilities with the introduction of HTC Watch on the HTC SensationLONDON – April 12, 2011 – HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile innovation and design, today introduced the HTC Sensation, a smartphone that shines a spotlight on entertainment with HTC’s new HTC Watch™ video service. Crafted with premium design elements, the HTC Sensation features the company’s latest HTC Sense™ experience that puts people at the center by making their smartphones work in a more simple and natural way.
“Smartphones have evolved into pocket-sized entertainment centers that enable people to take their favorite content with them wherever they go,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “The HTC Sensation takes this even further by combining the great new HTC Watch entertainment experience with the latest HTC Sense experience to deliver a powerful, evolved multimedia smartphone to our customers.”
“The HTC Sensation integrates multimedia content with relevant, thoughtful features, bringing an exciting new dimension to Vodafone’s smartphone range. The HTC Sensation will be available first in key Vodafone markets in the coming months,” said Patrick Chomet, Vodafone’s Group Terminals Director. “The strength of Vodafone and HTC’s partnership is a marker of our commitment to offer our customers truly compelling and market-leading mobile experiences.”
Premium Design and Materials
Tapping into HTC’s trademark design language, the HTC Sensation’s premium look and feel is enhanced by its rounded edges, aluminum unibody construction and the touch screen surface is protected by a contoured screen that feels more natural as a finger is glided across it. The 4.3-inch qHD display delivers high-resolution widescreen viewing and gives the HTC Sensation slender proportions that feel natural in a person’s hand. At the heart of the HTC Sensation beats a powerful, 1.2-gigahertz dual-core Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ processor, which enables gorgeous graphics and all-around fast performance.HTC Sense
Complementing the HTC Sensation’s premium design is the latest HTC Sense experience that boasts a host of new features and enhancements, helping people to have more fun and get more done. For instance, HTC Sense introduces a customizable active lockscreen experience that transforms the lockscreen into a real-time window to the most important information and content, such as social updates, photos, weather or stock updates that are viewed by simply turning on the display. In addition, the new active lockscreen becomes a customizable gateway that lets people quickly jump to the most used features, like making a phone call, sending an email, taking a picture or anything else with the same quick gesture usually used to unlock the phone. For instance, the camera can be launched right from the lock screen with a single motion, saving precious seconds when you’re trying to capture the action. Sharper graphics, vibrant animations and new widgets make HTC Sense look better than ever and, by continuing to focus on all of the aspects, both large and small, that make HTC Sense special, HTC introduces a more cinematic and immersive weather experience with stunning imagery and audible weather effects.HTC Sense also makes it easy to have fun by enabling people to capture and share special moments. The HTC Sensation’s 8-megapixel camera doesn’t just shoot gorgeous photos but, with the new instant capture feature, lets people capture the moments they want without worrying about missing or keeping up with the action. The HTC Sensation also shoots full HD video in 1080p resolution, with full stereo sound, at up to 30 frames a second, giving you smooth video that is better than many other phones. With the new Video Trimmer tool, people can crop their clips to the perfect size for easy sharing with friends and family.
HTC Watch
The HTC Sensation is a smartphone that is built from the ground up for a sophisticated, evolved multimedia experience. The 4.3” widescreen display means that users can watch movies like they were meant to be seen – in their full cinematic glory, with no cropping or letterboxing. The HTC Sensation is also the first smartphone to feature HTC Watch – an application and service that puts an entire library of the latest, premium movies and TV shows right at your fingertips, letting people discover the latest video content in an easy and visually engaging way. HTC Watch uses progressive download technology that makes it possible to watch videos without waiting for a huge file to finish downloading. HTC Watch offers the choice of renting or buying videos, and if purchased, lets you watch them on up to five different HTC devices.Availability
The HTC Sensation will be broadly available in Europe, first with Vodafone across its key European markets. It will also be available in Asian markets in Q2 2011.About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones and tablets that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
03/21/2011HTC Appoints Shashi Fernando To Head Up Content Division
HTC Appoints Shashi Fernando To Head Up Content Division
Saffron Digital CEO Moves to HTC as Chief Content Officer
TAOYUAN, Taiwan, March 21 2011 - HTC, a global leader in mobile innovation and design, today announced the appointment of Shashi Fernando as chief content officer at HTC, Fernando was previously CEO at Saffron Digital. Fernando will report directly to Peter Chou, HTC’s CEO and be based at HTC’s headquarters in Taoyuan, Taiwan.
The appointment reflects HTC’s commitment to developing content as a pivotal component in its devices. His charge will be to lead HTC’s global content strategy and business and regional deployment.
“Shashi has tremendous experience in the content industry and I am excited to have him leading HTC’s content strategy,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “Content will continue to be a crucial part of our overall proposition and future success.”
“HTC is a highly ambitious company with the expertise and scope to realise those ambitions,” said Fernando. “I’m tremendously excited to be working on HTC content strategy and look forward to bringing new content and services to HTC customers around the world.”
Prior to joining HTC, Fernando was CEO of Saffron Digital, the company he founded in 2006 to provide reliable, high quality digital delivery services to third party clients. Under his leadership, the company built up a reputation for technological innovation and became a pioneer in media and entertainment technology. Saffron Digital was acquired by HTC in February.
Shashi Fernando has been included in Mobile Entertainment magazine’s list of annual Top 50 executives in both 2009 and 2010. Saffron Digital itself is currently listed as a Deloitte Fast 50 Technology company, and in the Media Momentum Top 100 digital media companies. David McDonald, Saffron Digital’s chief operating officer, will now assume the chief executive officer position at Saffron, working directly with HTC as a strategic partner.
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative devices that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
02/15/2011HTC Unveils Two Social Phones With One-touch Facebook® Access
HTC UNVEILS TWO SOCIAL PHONES WITH
ONE-TOUCH FACEBOOK® ACCESSHTC raises the bar for mobile social phones with the HTC ChaCha™ and HTC Salsa™
BARCELONA, SPAIN – Mobile World Congress – February 15, 2011 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today announced two new phones built entirely to be social, combining the simplicity, ease-of-use and depth of HTC SenseTM with the power and connectivity of Facebook®. As part of an extended portfolio of six new HTC Sense-based devices being unveiled at Mobile World Congress, HTC ChaCha and HTC Salsa feature a dedicated Facebook® button for one-touch access to the key functions of the Facebook service that are integrated throughout the HTC Sense experience.
“HTC has always understood that different people want different things and the new HTC ChaCha and Salsa offer special new ways to experience Facebook on a mobile device,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “With more than 500 million active users worldwide, Facebook has become synonymous with the social web and we wanted to create the ultimate socially connected phones with mass market appeal.”
“We have worked closely with HTC for several years on bringing Facebook to their devices and HTC ChaCha and HTC Salsa are the next stage,” said Henri Moissinac, Head of Mobile Business for Facebook. “HTC has brought Facebook to these two new devices in an innovative way enabling people to connect and share easily whenever they want, wherever they are.”
The Facebook button on HTC ChaCha and HTC Salsa is context-aware, gently pulsing with light whenever there is an opportunity to share content or updates through Facebook. With a single press of the button, you can update your status, upload a photo, share a Website, post what song you are listening to, ‘check in’ to a location and more. For example, you can take a photograph of friends on your phone and upload it instantly to Facebook by simply pressing the button. Or let your friends know what song you’re listening to by pressing the button while listening to music on the phone. The track is automatically identified and shared on Facebook.
The new devices feature Android Gingerbread 2.3.3, the latest version, and use the latest iteration of HTC Sense to integrate Facebook throughout the HTC Sense experience. When you make a phone call, the dialer screen displays your friend’s latest status and photos, and even tells you if their birthday is approaching. The same updates are also displayed when you receive a call from a Facebook friend. You can also use your phone’s existing contacts to help you connect with them on Facebook or personalize your handset further with a number of new, Facebook-branded widgets.
The HTC ChaCha and HTC Salsa smartphones make it simple to stay in touch with your friends using Facebook Chat and Messages on your phone. Your Facebook messages and conversations are integrated within your phone and appear within your text and email inboxes alongside your regular conversations.
Stay connected with the smartphone for the Facebook generation – HTC ChaCha
The HTC ChaCha smartphone is designed to provide a seamless, social experience by enabling you to stay in touch with your friends anytime, anywhere. The unique tilt design shapes the display and physical QWERTY keyboard so it is easy to view and comfortable to type. Capture special moments in crisp, High-Definition detail or video chat with your friends using the dual cameras, including a 5-megapixel color camera with auto focus and LED flash and a VGA front-facing camera. The ChaCha smartphone also brings the Internet to your fingertips with a 2.6-inch, 480 x 320 resolution landscape touch screen.Your Facebook friends never felt closer – HTC Salsa
Boasting the same deep Facebook integration as the HTC ChaCha smartphone, the HTC Salsa smartphone provides a fast, high-performance smartphone experience. Capture the moment in high-resolution stills or video with the 5-megapixel camera and immediately share it with friends on the generous 3.4-inch, 480 x 320 resolution touch display. Upload your photos to Facebook at the touch of a button. For face-to-face conversations on the move, the VGA forward-facing camera enables high-quality video calling.Availability
The HTC ChaCha and HTC Salsa smartphones will be available to customers across major European and Asian markets during Q2 2011. In the United States, HTC plans to bring this unique user experience to market later this year exclusively with AT&T.About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
02/15/2011HTC Launches Three New Smartphones With HTC Sense™
HTC Launches Three New Smartphones With HTC Sense™
HTC Desire S, HTC Wildfire S™ and HTC Incredible S™
deliver premium style, power and speedBARCELONA, SPAIN – Mobile World Congress – February 15, 2011 – HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile innovation and design, today unveiled three new versions of its most popular and advanced smartphones – HTC Desire S, HTC Wildfire S and HTC Incredible S. The new smartphones continue HTC’s commitment to expanding the market for advanced smartphones while providing distinct choices in design, power and value. Each phone also includes HTC Sense, HTC’s unique customer-focused user experience that puts people at the center by making phones work in a more simple and natural way.
“HTC developed the HTC Sense experience to bring cutting-edge innovation to our customers in simple and natural ways that just make sense - this is what HTC Desire S, HTC Wildfire S and HTC Incredible S represent best,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “These new phones offer an exhilarating mix of style, innovation and features that extend people’s mobile experience in ways that feel personal and completely original.”
HTC Desire S
As a successor to the popular and award-winning HTC Desire, the new HTC Desire S blends stunning design with power and speed. Inspired by the HTC Legend™ smartphone’s aluminium design, the HTC Desire S is sculpted out of a single block of aluminum making it feel solid and natural in your hand. With Qualcomm’s new 1GHz Snapdragon™ MSM8255 processor, the HTC Desire S offers snappy performance and power. It offers dual front and back cameras, High-Definition video recording and the 3.7-inch WVGA display presents multimedia content brilliantly.
HTC Wildfire S
Building on the popularity of the HTC Wildfire™ smartphone, the HTC Wildfire S smartphone is an affordable, compact and playful device that packs a powerful smartphone experience. It enables people to maintain and build connections and friendships through popular sites like Facebook®, as well as through voice and text messaging. You can instantly tag your friends in photos before posting them on Facebook, or share your latest discoveries from the Android™ Market at the touch of a button.HTC Wildfire S is one of HTC’s smallest phones ever – measuring just 10.13cm long and 5.94cm wide – and boasts a distinctive 3.2 inch, HVGA display.
Celebrate your individuality and choose from a wide variety of colors including black, purple and white. The phone’s home screen is fully customizable with your favorite apps, widgets and content, while a 5-megapixel color camera with auto focus, expandable microSD™ memory and support for a variety of audio and video formats make a great all-around multimedia device that slips easily into any pocket.
HTC Incredible S
The alluring HTC Incredible S smartphone combines cutting-edge design with a premium mobile experience for those who dare to be different. Showing what can be achieved when engineers and designers work together to raise the bar for mobile phone design, the HTC Incredible S smartphone features a stunning, contoured body that highlights the internal hardware components of the device. Capturing and viewing video in crystal clear High-Definition has never been so easy and a bright 4-inch WVGA Super LCD display and stereo surround sound bring a vibrant cinematic experience to the palm of your hand.HTC Incredible S also takes high quality pictures with its 8-megapixel camera with dual flash, and it easily enables videos, photos and music to be shared from the handset direct to a TV using DLNA® technology. Thanks to the HTC Incredible S’s front facing camera and video call functionality, users will constantly be able to chat with their friends face-to-face.
Availability
The HTC Desire S, HTC Wildfire S and HTC Incredible S smartphones, will be broadly available to customers across major European and Asian markets during Q2 2011.About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
02/07/2011HTC Makes Strategic Investment In Saffron Digital, A Leader In Digital Multimedia Delivery
HTC Makes Strategic Investment In Saffron Digital, A Leader In Digital Multimedia Delivery
Taoyuan Taiwan, – Feb. 7, 2011 –HTC, a global leader in mobile innovation and design, today announced it was making a strategic investment in London-based Saffron Digital, a global leader in digital multimedia delivery.
“Saffron Digital has developed an incredible expertise in mobile multimedia delivery. This ability to deliver optimized content in the future will be a key asset as content becomes more and more complex and localized, “ said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “We are excited to be working with Saffron to increase our global service delivery capabilities and expertise.”
Saffron Digital has experienced a phenomenally successful year with its innovative technology integrated into products and services in Europe by HTC, LG, Paramount Digital Entertainment, Sony Ericsson, T-Mobile and Nokia, among others, and in the US by Samsung. It has entered into partnerships with industry-leading companies such as Microsoft, and Widevine, to ensure that customers are given the best possible video experience across a range of devices.
“HTC’s investment increases our global expansion capabilities and provides us with an opportunity to expand into new markets like Asia and new sectors like games and music delivery,” says Shashi Fernando, CEO of Saffron Digital. “We have grown Saffron Digital into one of the best and most exciting digital service providers in the world and this enables us to take digital content delivery to a new level for our customers around the world.”
Saffron Digital will continue to provide its cutting edge media and content services to its third party partners, which include device manufacturers, network operators and content providers in 26 countries. The company’s headquarters will remain in London and Los Angeles while its management team will continue unchanged.
About Saffron Digital
Saffron Digital is a global mobile delivery platform company, whose products and services are live in 26 countries and 14 languages. Its proprietary technologies, which include the ability to support multi-device media delivery, superfast encoding and Domain Based DRM, have been integrated into products by clients including Nokia, Sony Ericsson, HTC, LG and Samsung, as well as services for Sony Pictures, NBC Universal, Paramount, 20th Century Fox, Sky, T Mobile and Vodafone. Saffron Digital is listed in the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 and Technology Fast 500 EMEA for 2010, and also won the Best Video Service Provider at this year’s Mobile Entertainment awards.About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
01/14/2011Public Acknowledgement of EICC Member Commitment
Public Acknowledgement of EICC Member Commitment
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals.
As an Applicant Member of the Electronic Industry Citizenship Coalition (EICC), HTC fully supports the vision and goals of the EICC:
Vision: Through the application of high standards we can create better social, economic and environmental outcomes for all those involved in the Electronics and ICT supply chains. This includes increased efficiency and productivity for customers and suppliers, improved conditions for workers, economicdevelopment and a cleaner environment for local communities.
Mission: To deliver these benefits through a shared approach to implementing the EICC Code of Conduct. This approach will reduce duplication, focus efforts on positive social and environmental change, build supply chain capabilities in social responsibility and employ a process that solicits feedback from stakeholders.
HTC commits to progressively align its own operations with the provisions of the EICC code of conduct and to support and encourage its own first-tier suppliers to do the same.
Wherever possible, HTC will seek to adopt the EICC approach and tools in practical ways in the spirit of the industry’s common goals. For more information about EICC, please visit www.eicc.info.
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01/03/2011HTC Announces Centenary “HTC Dream Capsule” Project to Celebrate The 100th Anniversary of the Founding of the Republic of China
HTC Announces Centenary "HTC Dream Capsule" Project to Celebrate The 100th Anniversary of the Founding of the Republic of China
To inspire the passion and dreams of Taiwan's youth
Taipei, Taiwan – January 3, 2011 – HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile phone innovation and design, today announced the launch of the HTC “Dream Capsule” Project in partnership with the Council for Cultural Affairs, the Republic of China Centenary Foundation and advertising guru Jerry Fan as part of a unique and creative approach to celebrating the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Republic of China (Taiwan).
To mark this historic occasion, HTC will invite Taiwanese youth of all ages to express their hopes, dreams and visions of the future in writing. These dreams in writing or drawing will then be placed in specially designed “dream capsules” and opened in the future.
In order to highlight the significance and uniqueness of this project, HTC has created a unique vision for the “dream capsules”, which will become the building blocks of a “dream tunnel” measuring 400 meters in length and 5 meters high that will stand to represent the dreams and hopes of the Taiwanese people. The “dream tunnel” will be the heart of a “Forest of Love” comprising 100,000 trees that will form a 25 hectare world-class public park that will be a major contributor to Taipei's environment and air quality.
“The 100th year of our founding is the proudest moment for all of Taiwan's 24 million citizens, and HTC, which is blazing a trail as one of the leading innovative brands in the world and is also one of the proudest examples of Taiwan's business leadership,” said Vincent Siew, Vice President of the Republic of China and Chairman of the Preparatory Committee for the Centenary Celebrations of the Republic of China. “We are pleased to partner with HTC to launch the HTC Centenary Dream Capsule Project that will inspire an even brighter future for the next generation and make people around the world sit up and take notice of Taiwan.”
“We are pleased that HTC is working with us to create this significant social project for the welfare of the Taiwanese people, on the momentous occasion of the 100th anniversary of the founding of this country,” said Dr. Emile Sheng, Minister, Council for Cultural Affairs, Republic of China. “The HTC Centenary Dream Capsule project will inspire Taiwanese youth to reach for their dreams with greater passion and drive and I would like to extend my appreciation to Peter Chou, CEO of HTC and his company for this meaningful dedication in Taiwan.”
“Passion and dreams are the most important essentials that our youth can possess and everyone should dare to dream, believe in themselves and be the best that they can be, “said Peter Chou, CEO, HTC Corporation. “HTC exemplifies Taiwan's indomitable spirit and world-leading innovation capabilities, and our global achievements are the result of our Taiwanese roots. We are confident that the HTC Centenary Dream Capsule project will inspire Taiwanese youth to pursue their dreams with greater fervor and innovation. As Taiwan celebrates the 100th year of it's founding, we should continue to look towards the future, and build a solid foundation for the next phase of Taiwan's continued evolution.”
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com.All trademarks mentioned in this document are trademarks of their respective owners.
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12/28/2010HTC Announces Matthew Costello As Chief Operating Officer
Taoyuan, Taiwan – December 28, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile phone innovation and design, today announced the appointment of Matthew Costello as Chief Operating Officer.
Costello will be based in Taiwan and be responsible for all operations at HTC including manufacturing, supply chain, sourcing, customer service and technology infrastructure. He will work closely with HTC’s customers and suppliers to ensure the continuous evolution of HTC’s integrated supply chain. Costello will report to Fred Liu, who has been promoted to President of Engineering, Operations and Sales.
“As HTC continues to grow, it is essential for our operations to become even more efficient and sophisticated and Matthew will manage this exciting transition for us,” said Liu. “His long standing experience and reputation as an expert in operations and supply chain will help take HTC to the next level in our growth.”
“The opportunity to further develop HTC’S global operations at this critical juncture in its history is a great challenge that I am extremely excited to undertake to support our next stage of growth,” said Costello. “The ever increasing speed and complexity in the mobile industry will require us to continuously innovate in all aspects of our operations to serve our customers and support our suppliers¬.”
Prior to joining HTC, Costello held several senior strategic and operational roles in the mobile industry.
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com.All trademarks mentioned in this document are trademarks of their respective owners.
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12/23/2010HTC Annouces Winston K. S. Yung As Chief Financial Officer
HTC Announces Matthew Costello As Chief Operating Officer
Taoyuan, Taiwan – December 28, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile phone innovation and design, today announced the appointment of Matthew Costello as Chief Operating Officer.
Costello will be based in Taiwan and be responsible for all operations at HTC including manufacturing, supply chain, sourcing, customer service and technology infrastructure. He will work closely with HTC’s customers and suppliers to ensure the continuous evolution of HTC’s integrated supply chain. Costello will report to Fred Liu, who has been promoted to President of Engineering, Operations and Sales.
“As HTC continues to grow, it is essential for our operations to become even more efficient and sophisticated and Matthew will manage this exciting transition for us,” said Liu. “His long standing experience and reputation as an expert in operations and supply chain will help take HTC to the next level in our growth.”
“The opportunity to further develop HTC’S global operations at this critical juncture in its history is a great challenge that I am extremely excited to undertake to support our next stage of growth,” said Costello. “The ever increasing speed and complexity in the mobile industry will require us to continuously innovate in all aspects of our operations to serve our customers and support our suppliers¬.”
Prior to joining HTC, Costello held several senior strategic and operational roles in the mobile industry.
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com.All trademarks mentioned in this document are trademarks of their respective owners.
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11/23/2010HTC Unveils HTC Desire HD™ And HTC Desire Z™ With New HTC SENSE™ And HTCSENSE.COM
HTC Unveils HTC Desire HD™ And HTC Desire Z™ With New HTC SENSE™ And HTCSENSE.COM
HTC Sense integrates a variety of multimedia and location-based enhancements and introduces HTCSense.com, a series of new connected HTC services
PHILIPPINES – November 23, 2010– HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today unveiled a new HTC Sense experience with the new HTC Desire HD™ and HTC Desire Z™ Android-based smartphones. The new HTC Sense experience continues HTC’s strong focus on the customer, placing people at the center by simply making its phones work in a more personal and natural way. HTC Sense introduces a number of key innovations including a series of free connected services called HTCSense.com that enhance people’s mobile experience on HTC phones.
“We’re excited to be taking the HTC Sense experience beyond the phone to a whole new level with a series of connected HTC services we call HTCSense.com,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “Our customers will value the holistic approach we’re taking to enhance their mobile experience. This customer-first philosophy has resonated with people buying HTC phones and this drives us to continue introducing new innovative smartphones like the HTC Desire HD and HTC Desire Z.”
HTC Sense
The new HTC Sense experience offers a variety of enhancements that improve how people capture, create, share and access multimedia content. With a newly created camera experience, people can record HD videos or capture and edit images with a variety of fun camera effects. With Locations, a new differentiated mapping experience, people have instant, on-demand mapping without download delays or incurring mobile roaming charges.
HTC Sense also includes a new integrated online e-reading experience utilizing a new e-book store powered by Kobo™ and a new, mobile-optimized e-reader that includes the ability to highlight, annotate and quickly search for definitions or translate unfamiliar terms.
HTCSense.com
With the new HTCSense.com service, people can simply manage their mobile phone experience from their HTC phone or personal computer. For example, people can easily locate a missing phone by triggering the handset to ring loudly, even if it is set to silent, or to flag its location on a map. If the phone’s been lost or stolen, users can remotely lock the phone, forward calls and texts to another phone, send a message to the phone to arrange its return or even remotely wipe all personal data from it. HTCSense.com makes it easy to setup a new HTC phone or access archived mobile content such as contacts, text messages and call history from a PC browser. People can also customize their phones with exclusive HTC content like wallpapers, HTC scenes, sounds or plug-ins.
HTC Desire HD
HTC Desire HD showcases outstanding multimedia content with its bright 4.3” Super LCD display and Dolby Mobile and SRS surround sound and is the first to be powered by the new 1GHz Qualcomm 8255 Snapdragon processor. The HTC Desire HD enables 720p HD video recording and includes an 8-megapixel camera with dual LED flash. Building on the unibody heritage of the HTC Legend, the HTC Desire HD is sculpted from a block of solid aluminium and exudes the air of quality and strength that HTC has come to be known for.
HTC Desire Z
For people constantly on the go, HTC Desire Z makes it quick and easy to stay connected with friends on Facebook and Twitter or with colleagues and customers at work. HTC Desire Z features a unique ‘pop hinge’ that opens to reveal a QWERTY keyboard for fast, convenient typing. HTC Desire Z’s keyboard also includes a variety of keyboard shortcuts and two customizable keys for providing instant access to common functions without the need to open menus. HTC Desire Z also includes 720p HD video recording and a 5-megapixel camera with flash. It is the first phone to utilize the new 800MHz Qualcomm 7230 processor for improved performance and battery life.
Pricing and Availability
The new HTC Desire HD will be available at all authorized resellers from end December onwards at a suggested retail price of PhP 35,000 and the new HTC Desire Z is now available at all authorised resellers at a suggested retail price of Php 32,000.
*All prices are subject to pricing policies of individual operators.The names of companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.
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11/22/2010HTC and CSL Unveils HTC Desire HD With New HTC Sense and HTCSense.com
HTC and CSL Unveils HTC Desire HD With New HTC Sense and HTCSense.com
HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile phone innovation and design, today launched the new flagship Android smartphone, the HTC Desire HD™, with CSL Limited being the exclusive operator partner of the model in the Hong Kong market.
“The support of our customer and partners inspires us to innovate and drive the user experience to a whole new level and HTCSense.com is a great example of this,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “HTCSense.com, and the new HTC Sense user experience comprise a holistic approach we’re taking to enhancing the experience our customers have on our phones.”
"CSL has a long track record of working with HTC to bring irresistible offers for our mutual customers," said Mark Liversidge, Chief Marketing Officer, CSL Limited. "We are proud to be the exclusive launch partner of the HTC Desire HD in Hong Kong through our one2free and 1O1O brands. This collaboration gives local customers access to a superb device, an outstanding Android experience, and the unrivalled network coverage of CSL."
HTC Desire HD
The first smartphone to be powered by the new 1GHz Qualcomm 8255 Snapdragon processor, its bright 4.3” super LCD display, coupled with Dolby Mobile and SRS virtual sound, 720p HD video recording and an 8-megapixel camera with dual-flash, means the HTC Desire HD is designed for optimal enjoyment of outstanding multimedia content. Building on the unibody heritage of the HTC Legend, the HTC Desire HD is sculpted from a single block of solid aluminium and embodies the quality and innovation that HTC is known for.
HTC Sense
The new HTC Sense experience offers a variety of enhancements that improve how people capture, create, share and access multimedia content. Shoot videos in HD, edit photos using a host of fun camera effects, and then share photos and videos directly to YouTube or to your big screen TV via DLNA. The new HTC Locations offers a differentiated online mapping experience that delivers instant, on-demand mapping without download delays.
HTC Sense also includes a new integrated online e-reading experience that comprises an e-book store powered by Kobo™ and a mobile-optimised e-reader which allows users to highlight, annotate and quickly search for definitions or translate unfamiliar terms.
HTCSense.com
With the new HTCSense.com service, people can simply manage their mobile phone experience from their HTC phone or personal computer. For example, people can easily locate a missing phone by triggering the handset to ring loudly, even if it is set to silent. If the phone has been lost or stolen, users can remotely lock the phone, forward calls and texts to another phone, send a message to the phone to arrange its return or even remotely wipe all personal data from it. HTCSense.com makes it easy to setup a new HTC phone or access archived mobile content such as contacts, text messages and call history from a PC browser. People can also customise their phones with exclusive HTC content like wallpapers, HTC scenes, sounds or plug-ins. -
11/15/2010HTC Unveiled HTC Desire Z with Qwerty Keyboard
HTC Unveiled HTC Desire Z with Qwerty Keyboard
New HTC Sense™ and HTCSense.com, a series of new connected HTC Services Launched
HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile phone innovation and design, today launched the next generation HTC Sense™ and HTCSense.com with the new Android-based smartphone - HTC Desire Z™ which epitomize the perfect blend of innovative hardware design and mobile services, also SiS International Limited is the Hong Kong exclusive distributor of the new phone.
“We’re excited to be taking the HTC Sense experience beyond the phone to a whole new level with a series of connected HTC services we call HTCSense.com,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “Our customers will value the holistic approach we’re taking to enhance their mobile experience. This customer-first philosophy has resonated with people buying HTC phones and this drives us to continue introducing new innovative smartphone like the new HTC Desire Z.”
New Android platform device with Qwerty keyboard
HTC Desire Z features a unique ‘pop hinge’ that opens to reveal a QWERTY keyboard for fast, convenient typing. HTC Desire Z’s keyboard also includes a variety of keyboard shortcuts and two customizable keys for providing instant access to common functions without the need to open menus. For people constantly on the go, HTC Desire Z, with 3.7 ” touch screen, makes it quick and easy to stay connected with friends on Facebook, Plurk and Twitter or with colleagues and customers at work. HTC Desire Z also includes 720p HD video recording and a 5-megapixel camera with auto-focus and flash. It is the first phone to utilize the new 800MHz Qualcomm 7230 processor for improved performance and battery life.
Your business partner
With its quick processor, HTC Desire Z lets users access work emails and calendars with Microsoft Exchange, view Microsoft Office documents, all at the same time. Users can also view and edit Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint files, plus view Adobe® PDF files.
For users who have more than one email accounts, with the new HTC Desire Z, they now don’t have to keep jumping between accounts. HTC Desire Z grabs emails from each of different accounts and puts them all into one inbox. So users can sit back and let HTC Desire Z do all the running around. Desire Z also makes sure nothing slips through the net by prioritising emails or sorting emails by conversation, unread and marked.
Introducing the new HTC Sense
The new HTC Sense experience offers a variety of enhancements that improve how people capture, create, share and access multimedia content, use location-based services, creating a new mobile way of life.- Besides HD video recording, the new HTC Sense also allows users to share photos and videos directly to YouTube or to big screen TV via DLNA. With a newly created camera experience, people can record HD videos or capture images with a variety of fun camera effects, such as grayscale and depth of field.
- With HTC Locations, a new differentiated online mapping experience, people have instant, on-demand mapping without download delays or incurring mobile roaming charges. The HTC Desire Z delivers maps with zero wait, zero dead spots and zero data roaming fees. Have trouble knowing which way to turn when using a map? Relax. Maps on the HTC Desire Z always point you in the right direction.
- The HTC Fast Boot feature enables users to quickly make a call or check emails by shortening the time taken to complete the power-up sequence. In fact, Fast Boot takes a mere 10 seconds, so that reading and replying emails as getting off the plane even when other fellow passengers are still waiting for their devices to power on!
HTCSense.com
With the new HTCSense.com service, people can simply manage their mobile phone experience from their HTC phone or personal computer. For example, people can easily locate a missing phone by triggering the handset to ring loudly, even if it is set to silent. If the phone has been lost or stolen, users can remotely lock the phone, forward calls and texts to another phone, send a message to the phone to arrange its return or even remotely wipe all personal data from it. HTCSense.com makes it easy to setup a new HTC phone or access archived mobile content such as contacts, text messages and call history from a PC browser. People can also customise their phones with exclusive HTC content like wallpapers, HTC scenes, sounds or plug-ins.HTC Desire Z Key Specifications
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11/11/2010HTC Goes Big with Microsoft, Launching New Windows Phone7 Smartphone
HTC Goes Big with Microsoft, Launching New Windows Phone7 Smartphone
HTC brings its trademark innovation and design to a fresh, new Windows Phone 7 portfolio – HTC 7 Mozart and HTC HD7
HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones and long-time Microsoft partner, today unveiled two new Windows Phone 7 smartphones in Hong Kong: HTC 7 Mozart and HTC HD7. Both feature Microsoft’s new Windows Phone 7 platform and embody the stand-out design and innovation for which HTC has come to be known. They include a variety of cutting-edge technologies and a series of unique HTC applications that can be accessed through the new HTC Hub that complements the Windows Phone 7 Hub and Tile experience.
“Windows Phone 7 is an entirely fresh mobile experience, on which HTC is excited to be going big. We see tremendous customer opportunities with the integration of Microsoft’s most popular services like Xbox LIVE and Windows Live,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “The value Microsoft is bringing to mobile customers around the world sets a new benchmark for the industry. HTC will be introducing two new HTC Windows Phone 7 smartphones in Hong Kong to support our customers with a broad variety of choices.”
“HTC has been a partner with Microsoft since we launched our first phones nearly a decade ago, and we couldn’t be more excited to continue this journey with the launch of Windows Phone 7,” said Andy Lees, President of the Mobile Communications Business at Microsoft. “Windows Phone 7 characterizes a new direction for Microsoft and its partners, and HTC is stepping up to support this in a significant way by bringing two new Windows Phones to Hong Kong market.”
Windows Phone 7
Windows Phone 7 has been carefully crafted to help people get more done in fewer steps with a unique Hub and Tile interface. The Windows Phone 7 Hubs offer quick and easy access to a person’s latest and most valuable information and include People, Pictures, Games, Music & Video, Office and Marketplace content. Windows Phone 7 also integrates with many popular Microsoft services such as Xbox LIVE, Bing and Office.
HTC Windows Phone 7 portfolio
HTC has brought its innovative design and creativity to its new Windows Phone 7 smartphone portfolio by embracing distinctive materials and unique design elements while providing an exciting set of cutting-edge features and technologies. With the new HTC Hub, HTC is providing an exclusive series of applications and utilities that include a new weather and stocks application and a new photo enhancer that enables a person to apply special effects before sharing photos with friends.
HTC 7 Mozart
Crafted from a single piece of anodized aluminum, the HTC 7 Mozart feels great in the hand and takes HTC’s unibody design aesthetic to the next level. The slim, solid and smart HTC 7 Mozart sounds as good as it looks and integrates SRS WOW HD™ for high-fidelity, virtual surround sound. With Microsoft Zune integration, people can synchronize the HTC 7 Mozart with their PC, enabling them to take their music and video library with them wherever they go.
HTC HD7
HTC HD7 owners can enjoy their favorite videos and movies in cinematic-style thanks to the large 4.3” high-resolution screen, while its kickstand allows them to sit back and enjoy the action handsfree. For those who refuse to compromise on their mobile gaming experience, the HTC HD7 realizes the power of Xbox LIVE, bringing gameplay to life in a way that takes console gaming beyond the home.
HTC 7 Mozart Key Specifications
HTC HD7 Key Specifications
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10/27/2010HTC And China Telecom Announce Partnership; Unveils New T9199 双擎 Smartphone For China Market
BEIJING, CHINA – October 27, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, together with China Telecom, today announced unveiled the new HTC T9199 双擎 smartphone. The first smartphone designed by HTC and China Telecom for Chinese consumers, the HTC T9199 双擎, offers an intuitive user experience, together with a host of mobile business and multimedia applications and services.
HTC has been innovating for more than a decade HTC has become a leading mobile brand focused on simplifying how people communicate by emphasizing improvements to little things that deeply impact the experience people have on their phones. HTC has also been working closely with Chinese carriers to develop the best smartphones for local consumers. HTC's entry into China irepresents its continued growth and highlights the broad demand for its unique smartphones and the increased visibility of its brand globally. HTC has been partnering Chinese mobile operators and delivered many cutting-edge, intuitive smartphones in China.
HTC’s focus on innovation and putting customers at the centre, has been the cornerstone of its decade long history of creating cutting edge smartphones. Since introducing the HTC brand in Jul 2010, HTC has continued to work closely with Chinese carriers and telecom industry partners to offer the most innovative smartphones to China consumers.
The new HTC T9199 双擎 smartphone is a high end business-focused quadband smartphone targeted at the business consumerwith dual-network support for CDMA-2000 and GSM. Its 4.3-inch wide cinematic display, Windows Mobile 6.5 OS capability, and Qualcomm 8650 Snapdragon 1GHz processor makes running mobile and business applications easy and intuitive. The new smartphone also includes HTC Sense, a holistic experience based on putting you at the center, by making things work simply the way they should.
In addition, the new HTC T9199 双擎 smartphone runs on China Telecom’s leading Tianyi (天翼) 3G network , and offers access to the ”天翼” app store, where users can download key services and applications including 189 mobile mailbox, “爱” music, and ”天翼” Live.
Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation said: “Consumers are at the heart of HTC’s “quietly brilliant” brand philosophy, and we will continue to devote greater resources to offering the best possible user experience and the most innovative smartphone to China consumers. HTC will continue to work with China Telecom and close partners like Microsoft and Qualcomm, to create innovative smartphones which enhance the mobile experience for China smartphone users.”
Zhang Xiao Wei, Executive Vice President, China Telecom said: “In June this year, China Telecom began developing an extensive smartphone market strategy in response to our customers’ needs. The new HTC T9199双擎is an important part of the 天翼 series of smartphones developed by China Telecom, and not only embodies HTC’s leadership in smartphone technology and design innovation, but also marries China Telecom’s leading mobile network services, offering consumers an excellent user experience.”
In order to better meet the needs of China’s more than 1 billion consumers, HTC, China Telecom and its partners will be deploying a series of initatives that will deliver an optimal mobile experience. China Telecom is confident that the new HTC T9199双擎 will be well received by consumers, and will execute an extensive marketing and distribution strategy to support the launch of the new smartphone. This includes a training programme for 100,000 channel and distribution partners, and developing retail and online customer service touch points, all of which will help China consumers to more easily and quickly learn about 3G smartphones, and experience the benefits and advantages of ChinaTelecom’s 天翼3G services.
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
10/27/2010HTC Named Tech Brand Of The Year At T3 Awards; HTC DESIRE Receives Award For Best Phone Of The Year
HTC takes top accolade at T3 magazine’s Gadget Awards 2010
LONDON, UK – October 27, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, has been named Technology Brand of the Year at T3’s prestigious Gadget Awards 2010.
The awards – voted for by more than three quarters of a million readers, in addition to a judging panel including technology experts from Sky News, MSN, The Telegraph, TechRadar and T3 – celebrate the most innovative, functional, visible and stylish gadgets and technology of the past 12 months.
Luke Peters, Editor of T3 magazine said, “HTC winning Technology Brand of the Year wasn’t just because of its solid handset performance in 2010. Its determined yet humble brand personality really impressed me and our readers. These two qualities have allowed HTC to go from unknown zero to mainstream hero in the space of two years. An excellent performance and a worthy winner.”
“We are honored to be recognized as Technology Brand of the Year by T3, one of the UK’s most popular consumer technology and gadget magazines,” said John Wang, chief marketing officer, HTC Corporation. “This recognition is as much for our loyal customers as it is for HTC. HTC’s innovation and design philosophy is centered on our customers and focused on creating a relevant, personal and unique experience for each of them, this is what Quietly Brilliant is about.”
HTC also won Phone of the Year for the second year running with its flagship Android-based HTC Desire, following on from the success of the HTC Hero in 2009. The judges recognised its clean and functional design, combined with its power and the critically acclaimed HTC Sense experience.
For more information on T3’s Gadget Awards 2010, please visit awards.t3.com
About Future
T3 is published by Future UK, part of the special-interest media group Future plc. Future plc is an international special-interest media group, listed on the London Stock Exchange (symbol FUTR). Founded in 1985 with one magazine, today we have operations in the UK, US and Australia creating over 180 special-interest publications, websites and events. We hold market-leading positions in games, film, music, technology, cycling, automotive and crafts. Our biggest-selling magazines include T3, Total Film, Classic Rock, Guitar World and Official Xbox Magazine. Our websites include gamesradar.com, bikeradar.com, and techradar.com. Future sells more than 3 million magazines each month; we attract more than 20 million unique visitors to our websites; and we host 27 annual live events. In addition, Future exports or syndicates publications to 90 countries, making us the UK’s number one exporter and licensor of monthly magazines.About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
10/26/2010HTC Unveils HTC Desire HD With New HTC Sense And HTCSENSE.COM
Sydney, Australia – 26 October, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today unveiled a new HTC Sense experience with the new Android-based smartphone - HTC Desire HD. The HTC Desire HD will be available from early November 2010 exclusively on Vodafone and 3 mobile.
“The HTC Desire HD includes the new version of HTC Sense which introduces a number of key innovations including a series of connected services called HTCSense.com, that broadens a user’s mobile experience,” said Anthony Petts, Sales and Marketing Director ANZ, HTC Corporation. “The HTC Desire HD’s sleek unibody design offers a stunning visual experience and window to your news, friends, photos, favourite places, and video content. It’s perfect for those who want a great multimedia and web experience, interacting, connecting and sharing with friends.”
"The HTC Desire HD is one of the most highly anticipated Android smartphones this year, and will give customers an even simpler and more amazing experience,” said Ross Parker, General Manager Devices and Pricing, Vodafone. “Available to our Vodafone and 3 customers, we expect the HTC Desire HD, with its stunning features and multimedia performance, along with a competitive price point to be one of the hottest Android devices this Christmas.”HTC Desire HD
The first smartphone to be powered by the new 1GHz Qualcomm 8255 Snapdragon processor, its bright 4.3” super LCD display, coupled with Dolby Mobile and SRS virtual sound, 720p HD video recording and an 8-megapixel camera with dual-flash, means the HTC Desire HD is designed for optimal enjoyment of outstanding multimedia content. Building on the unibody heritage of the HTC Legend, the HTC Desire HD is sculpted from a single block of solid aluminium and embodies the quality and innovation that HTC is known for. Busy professionals will also appreciate the new HTC Fast Boot feature that significantly cuts short the power-up sequence, allowing users to quickly respond to emails and calls the moment their planes touch down.HTC Sense
The new HTC Sense experience offers a variety of enhancements that improve how people capture, create, share and access multimedia content. Shoot videos in HD, edit photos using a host of fun camera effects, and then share photos and videos directly to YouTube or to your big screen TV via DLNA. The new HTC Locations offers a differentiated online mapping experience that delivers instant, on-demand mapping without download delays.HTC Sense also includes a new integrated online e-reading experience that comprises an e-book store powered by Kobo™ and a mobile-optimised e-reader which allows users to highlight, annotate and quickly search for definitions or translate unfamiliar terms.
HTCSense.com
With the new HTCSense.com service, people can simply manage their mobile phone experience from their HTC phone or personal computer. For example, people can easily locate a missing phone by triggering the handset to ring loudly, even if it is set to silent, or to flag its location on a map. If the phone has been lost or stolen, users can remotely lock the phone, forward calls and texts to another phone, send a message to the phone to arrange its return or even remotely wipe all personal data from it. HTCSense.com makes it easy to setup a new HTC phone or access archived mobile content such as contacts, text messages and call history from a PC browser. People can also customise their phones with exclusive HTC content like wallpapers, HTC scenes, sounds or plug-ins.Availability and Pricing
HTC Desire HD will be available for $0 upfront on Vodafone’s $59 promo offer over 24 months (min total cost $1416)¹. The device will be available through Vodafone from early November and launch dates to follow soon on 3 mobile.The names of companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.
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10/20/2010TomTom And HTC Unite To Deliver Best Of Class Location And Navigation Experience On The Phpne
Amsterdam and Taoyuan, Taiwan - 20 October 2010 - TomTom, the world’s leading provider of location and navigation solutions, and HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today announced they are combining strengths to deliver superb navigation and location solutions on HTC smartphones.
HTC Locations, HTC’s new mapping experience, comes preloaded with TomTom’s location-rich maps, resulting in a zero-wait navigation experience. HTC Locations is initially available on the new HTC Desire HD and HTC Desire Z smartphones in Europe and Asia and will be extended to a wide variety of future smartphones and geographies.
“I am very pleased to be providing HTC customers with TomTom’s accurate location and navigation content on their phones wherever they are. The beauty of it is that the maps are preloaded and instantly available at users’ fingertips. For the first time, this makes the power of TomTom navigation content available ‘in-pocket’ for HTC smartphone users”, says Maarten van Gool, Managing Director of TomTom Licensing.
“This partnership with TomTom underlines HTC’s commitment to giving our customers an innovative navigation experience that is natural and provides unique enhancements for common navigation needs,” said John Wang, Chief Marketing Officer, HTC Corporation. “HTC and TomTom have worked closely to optimize these amazing capabilities on HTC smartphones through our new HTC Locations application.”
Maps and location content come preloaded on HTC Locations while turn-by-turn navigation can be purchased and downloaded through HTC Locations or HTCSense.com.
About TomTom N.V.
TomTom N.V. (AEX: TOM2) is the world’s leading provider of location and navigation solutions. Headquartered in The Netherlands it employs over 3,000 employees worldwide. Over 45 million people daily use its solutions, be it in the form of dedicated portable navigation devices (PNDs), in-dash car systems or tracking and tracing solutions for fleet management. In addition, hundreds of millions of people use TomTom’s digital maps on the internet or mobile phone.In 2009, TomTom reported €1.5 billion in revenues and a €340 million net cash flow from operating activities. More information about TomTom can be found on www.TomTom.com.
For the world’s most up-to-date route planner, including LIVE traffic information please visit www.routes.TomTom.com.
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com.
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10/18/2010HTC Named Tech Brand Of The Year At T3 Awards; HTC Desire Recieves Award For Best Phone Of The Year
HTC takes top accolade at T3 magazine’s Gadget Awards 2010
LONDON, UK – October 18, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, has been named Technology Brand of the Year at T3’s prestigious Gadget Awards 2010.
The awards – voted for by more than three quarters of a million readers, in addition to a judging panel including technology experts from Sky News, MSN, The Telegraph, TechRadar and T3 – celebrate the most innovative, functional, visible and stylish gadgets and technology of the past 12 months.
Luke Peters, Editor of T3 magazine said, “HTC winning Technology Brand of the Year wasn’t just because of its solid handset performance in 2010. Its determined yet humble brand personality really impressed me and our readers. These two qualities have allowed HTC to go from unknown zero to mainstream hero in the space of two years. An excellent performance and a worthy winner.”
“We are honored and humbled to be recognized as Technology Brand of the Year by T3, one of the UK’s most popular consumer technology and gadget magazines,” said John Wang, chief marketing officer, HTC Corporation. “This recognition is as much for our loyal customers as it is for HTC. HTC’s innovation and design philosophy is centered on our customers and focused on creating a relevant, personal and unique experience for each of them, this is what Quietly Brilliant is about.”
HTC also won Phone of the Year for the second year running with its flagship Android-based HTC Desire, following on from the success of the HTC Hero in 2009. The judges recognised its clean and functional design, combined with its power and the critically acclaimed HTC Sense experience.
For more information on T3’s Gadget Awards 2010, please visit awards.t3.com
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About Future
T3 is published by Future UK, part of the special-interest media group Future plc. Future plc is an international special-interest media group, listed on the London Stock Exchange (symbol FUTR). Founded in 1985 with one magazine, today we have operations in the UK, US and Australia creating over 180 special-interest publications, websites and events. We hold market-leading positions in games, film, music, technology, cycling, automotive and crafts. Our biggest-selling magazines include T3, Total Film, Classic Rock, Guitar World and Official Xbox Magazine. Our websites include gamesradar.com, bikeradar.com, and techradar.com. Future sells more than 3 million magazines each month; we attract more than 20 million unique visitors to our websites; and we host 27 annual live events. In addition, Future exports or syndicates publications to 90 countries, making us the UK’s number one exporter and licensor of monthly magazines.About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
10/18/2010HTC Launches Sleek And Compact HTC Gratia
LONDON, UK – 18 October, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today announced the European launch of HTC Gratia, a rich and elegant addition to Android’s smartphone portfolio.
Combining style and functionality, the sleek and compact HTC Gratia features a seamless wrap-around soft-cover that eliminates hard edges and a five megapixel colour camera with auto focus. At just over four inches in length and weighing 4.06 ounces, it packs power thanks to Android 2.2 – the latest version of Android.
HTC Gratia also embodies the acclaimed HTC Sense™ experience, which places you at the centre, by making your phone work in a more personal and natural way, while providing unexpected features that put a smile on your face. It also offers you more ways to stay connected with Friend Stream – an application that brings all of your Facebook, Twitter and Flickr updates into a single, organized flow of updates – making keeping in touch with friends on social networks even easier.
“HTC’s mantra is to provide a unique mix of experience and choice to people using our phones,” said Peter Frølund, Nordic Director for HTC. “HTC Gratia offers something completely different. Its compact size, beautiful design and power with Android 2.2, combined with its personalised experience through HTC Sense, is uniquely compelling. We can’t wait to bring HTC Gratia to our customers in the Nordics.”
Availability
The HTC Gratia will be available through mobile operators and retailers from primo November 2010.
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com.For more information, please contact:
Camilla Sebelius, PR & Communications manager, Nordics
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HTC Gratia Specifications
Processor
600 MHz
Operating System
Android™ 2.2 with HTC Sense
Memory
ROM: 512 MB
RAM: 384 MB
Dimensions
103.8 x 57.7 x 11.7 mm (4.09 x 2.27 x 0.46 inches)
Weight
115 grams (4.06 ounces) with battery
Display
3.2-inch touch screen with 320 X 480 resolution
Network
HSPA/WCDMA (900/2100 MHz)
Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE: (850/900/1800/1900 MHz)
Onscreen navigation
Optical trackball
Sensors
G-Sensor
Digital compass
Proximity sensor
Ambient light sensor
Connectivity
Bluetooth® 2.1 with A2DP for wireless stereo headsets
Wi-Fi®: IEEE 802.11 b/g
3.5 mm stereo audio jack
Standard micro-USB (5-pin micro-USB 2.0)
Camera
5 megapixel colour camera with auto focus
VGA (640 x 480) resolution
Expansion slot
microSD™ memory card (SD 2.0 compatible)
Special Features
Friend Stream
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10/13/2010HTC GOES Big With Microsoft; Launching New Windows Phone 7 Smartphones
HTC brings its trademark innovation and design to a fresh, new Windows Phone 7 portfolio – HTC 7 Mozart and HTC HD7
MALAYSIA – October 13, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones and long‐time Microsoft partner, today launched in Malaysia two new Windows Phone 7 smartphones: HTC 7 Mozart and HTC HD7. This strong and diverse family of phones features Microsoft’s new Windows Phone 7 platform and embodies the stand‐out design and innovation for which HTC has come to be known. Each new phone includes a variety of cutting‐edge technologies and a series of unique HTC applications that can be accessed through the new HTC Hub that complements the Windows Phone 7 Hub and Tile experience.
“Windows Phone 7 is an entirely fresh mobile experience, on which HTC is excited to be going big. We see tremendous customer opportunities with the integration of Microsoft’s most popular services like Xbox LIVE and Zune,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “The value Microsoft is bringing to mobile customers in Asia sets a new benchmark for the industry. HTC will be introducing two new HTC Windows Phone 7 smartphones at launch to support our customers with a broad variety of choice.”
“HTC has been a partner with Microsoft since we launched our first phones nearly a decade ago, and we couldn’t be more excited to continue this journey with the launch of Windows Phone 7,” said Andy Lees, President of the Mobile Communications Business at Microsoft. “Windows Phone 7 characterizes a new direction for Microsoft and its partners, and HTC is stepping up to support this in a significant way by bringing five new Windows Phones to market.”Windows Phone 7
Windows Phone 7 has been carefully crafted to help people get more done in fewer steps with a unique Hub and Tile interface. The Windows Phone 7 Hubs offer quick and easy access to a person’s latest and most valuable information and include People, Pictures, Games, Music & Video, Office and Marketplace content.HTC Windows Phone 7 portfolio
HTC has brought its innovative design and creativity to its new Windows Phone 7 smartphone portfolio by embracing distinctive materials and unique design elements while providing an exciting set of cutting-edge features and technologies. With the new HTC Hub, HTC is providing an exclusive series of applications and utilities that include a new weather and stocks application and a new photo enhancer that enables a person to apply special effects before sharing photos with friends.HTC 7 Mozart
Crafted from a single piece of anodized aluminum, the HTC 7 Mozart feels great in the hand and takes HTC’s unibody design aesthetic to the next level. The slim, solid and smart HTC 7 Mozart sounds as good as it looks and integrates SRS WOW HD™ and other astounding sound effects for high‐fidelity, virtual surround sound.HTC HD7
HTC HD7 owners can enjoy their favorite videos and movies in cinematic-style thanks to the large 4.3” high-resolution screen, while its kickstand allows them to sit back and enjoy the action handsfree.Availability
The two new HTC smartphones will be available in Malaysia from November:
• HTC HD7 will be available exclusively at all Maxis Centres nationwide and at selected Maxis Exclusive Partners at subsidized prices. Suggested retail price will be RM2,399*.
• HTC 7 Mozart will be available at all authorized resellers at a suggested retail price of RM2,099*.*All prices are subject to pricing policies of individual operators.
About HTCHTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com.
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10/11/2010HTC Goes Big With Microsoft; Launching Five New Windows Phone 7 Smartphones
HTC brings its trademark innovation and design to a fresh, new Windows Phone 7 portfolio – HTC 7 Surround, HTC 7 Mozart, HTC 7 Trophy, HTC 7 Pro and HTC HD7
NEW YORK – October 11, 2010 –HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones and long-time Microsoft partner, today unveiled five new Windows Phone 7 smartphones: HTC 7 Surround, HTC 7 Mozart, HTC 7 Trophy, HTC 7 Pro and HTC HD7. This strong and diverse family of phones features Microsoft’s new Windows Phone 7 platform and embodies the stand-out design and innovation for which HTC has come to be known. Each new phone includes a variety of cutting-edge technologies and a series of unique HTC applications that can be accessed through the new HTC Hub that complements the Windows Phone 7 Hub and Tile experience.
“Windows Phone 7 is an entirely fresh mobile experience, on which HTC is excited to be going big. We see tremendous customer opportunities with the integration of Microsoft’s most popular services like Xbox LIVE and Zune,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “The value Microsoft is bringing to mobile customers around the world sets a new benchmark for the industry. HTC will be introducing five new HTC Windows Phone 7 smartphones at launch to support our customers with a broad variety of choice.”
“HTC has been a partner with Microsoft since we launched our first phones nearly a decade ago, and we couldn’t be more excited to continue this journey with the launch of Windows Phone 7,” said Andy Lees, President of the Mobile Communications Business at Microsoft. “Windows Phone 7 characterizes a new direction for Microsoft and its partners, and HTC is stepping up to support this in a significant way by bringing five new Windows Phones to market.”
Windows Phone 7
Windows Phone 7 has been carefully crafted to help people get more done in fewer steps with a unique Hub and Tile interface. The Windows Phone 7 Hubs offer quick and easy access to a person’s latest and most valuable information and include People, Pictures, Games, Music & Video, Office and Marketplace content. Windows Phone 7 also integrates with many popular Microsoft consumer services such as Xbox LIVE, Windows Live, Bing and Zune.HTC Windows Phone 7 portfolio
HTC has brought its innovative design and creativity to its new Windows Phone 7 smartphone portfolio by embracing distinctive materials and unique design elements while providing an exciting set of cutting-edge features and technologies. With the new HTC Hub, HTC is providing an exclusive series of applications and utilities that include a new weather and stocks application and a new photo enhancer that enables a person to apply special effects before sharing photos with friends.HTC 7 Surround
Whether it be gaming, movies or music, HTC 7 Surround is the ultimate multimedia device. With a unique slide-out speaker and integrated kickstand with integrated Dolby Mobile™ and SRS WOW HD™, the HTC 7 Surround delivers high-fidelity audio and virtual surround sound that enable people to share their favorite music and videos with their friends in style. No longer are they forced to use headphones for a great surround sound experience because the HTC 7 Surround speaker makes the listening experience natural and comfortable.HTC 7 Mozart
Crafted from a single piece of anodized aluminum, the HTC 7 Mozart feels great in the hand and takes HTC’s unibody design aesthetic to the next level. The slim, solid and smart HTC 7 Mozart sounds as good as it looks and integrates Dolby Mobile™ and SRS WOW HD™ for high-fidelity, virtual surround sound. With Microsoft Zune integration, people can synchronize the HTC 7 Mozart with their PC, enabling them to take their music and video library with them wherever they go.HTC 7 Trophy
HTC 7 Trophy harnesses the power of Xbox LIVE. Gamers will enjoy the speed and responsiveness of fast action gameplay supported by the phone’s high-performance 1GHz Snapdragon processor, and controlled through the vivid WVGA 3.8” touchscreen. High-fidelity, virtual surround sound - through SRS WOW HD™ - brings a rich audio experience whether the user is playing a game, watching a video or listening to their favorite music.HTC 7 Pro
The development of the HTC 7 Pro was inspired by power users who want to combine the ultimate in business efficiency with the ability to take full advantage of their leisure time. The sleek handset slides opens and tilts to reveal a full QWERTY keyboard for fast, comfortable typing, while productivity features such as the ability to sort, scan and manage Outlook email, open and edit the latest Office documents on the phone and keep track of the markets with HTC’s stocks application, offer new ways to maximize the business day.HTC HD7
HTC HD7 owners can enjoy their favorite videos and movies in cinematic-style thanks to the large 4.3” high-resolution screen, while its kickstand allows them to sit back and enjoy the action handsfree. For those who refuse to compromise on their mobile gaming experience, the HTC HD7 realizes the power of Xbox LIVE, bringing gameplay to life in a way that takes console gaming beyond the home.Availability
The five new HTC smartphones will be available through mobile operators and retailers across major European, Asia-Pacific and North American markets from late October.North America
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HTC 7 Surround will be available exclusively in the United States with AT&T as the HTC Surround.
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HTC HD7 will be exclusively available in the United States with T-Mobile.
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HTC 7 Pro will be available in the first half of 2011 with Sprint.
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HTC 7 Surround will be available exclusively with Telus in Canada.
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HTC HD7 will be available from Telefonica O2 in Germany and exclusively in United Kingdom and Ireland. HTC HD7 will also be available with Telefonica Movistar in Spain.
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HTC HD7 will be available from Bouygues Telecom in France.
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HTC 7 Mozart will be exclusively available in France, United Kingdom, Switzerland and Spain with Orange.
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HTC 7 Mozart will be exclusively available in Germany with Deutsche Telekom AG.
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HTC 7 Mozart will be available in Austria with Deutsche Telekom AG.
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HTC 7 Mozart will be available in Austria with Orange.
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HTC 7 Trophy will be available exclusively in Germany, France, Spain, United Kingdom, Austria and Switzerland with Vodafone.
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HTC 7 Mozart and HTC HD7 will be broadly available in Italy.
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HTC HD7 will be exclusively available with Telstra in Australia.
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HTC HD7 will be exclusively available with Singtel in Singapore.
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HTC HD7 will be exclusively available with Maxis in Malaysia.
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HTC HD7 will be available with Taiwan Mobile in Taiwan.
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HTC HD7 will be available in Hong Kong with CSL, 3 and China Mobile.
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HTC 7 Mozart will be exclusively available with Telstra in Australia.
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HTC 7 Mozart will be exclusively available with Starhub in Singapore.
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HTC 7 Mozart will be available in Hong Kong with CSL, 3 and China Mobile.
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HTC 7 Mozart will be available with Chunghwa Telecom in Taiwan.
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HTC 7 Trophy will be exclusively available with Vodafone in Australia and New Zealand.
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HTC 7 Trophy will be exclusively available with M1 in Singapore.
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
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10/07/2010HTC Desire HD™ And HTC Desire Z™ With New HTC Sense™ And HTCSENSE.COM Launched In Asia Pacific
HTC Sense integrates a variety of multimedia and location-based enhancements and introduces HTCSense.com, a series of new connected HTC services
Taipei, Taiwan, 7 October 2010 --HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile phone innovation and design, today launched the next generation HTC Sense™ while showcasing two new flagship smartphones, the Desire HD™ and HTC Desire Z™ which epitomize the perfect blend of innovative hardware design and mobile services with operators in Asia, including : Chunghwa Telecom, Taiwan Mobile, Far EasTone in Taiwan, SoftBank in Japan, CSL in Hong Kong, Vodafone in India and Australia, Korea Telecom in Korea, SingTel、Starhub and M1 in Singapore, Maxis in Malaysia and Mobiphone in Vietnam.
“The support of our customer and partners inspires us to innovate and drive the user experience to a whole new level and HTCSense.com is a great example of this,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “HTCSense.com, and the new HTC Sense user experience comprise a holistic approach we’re taking to enhancing the experience our customers have on our phones.”
Lu Shyue-Ching , Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Chunghwa Telecom: ”Chunghwa Telecom and HTC have enjoyed a long and successful partnership which has contributed to the growth of Taiwan’s mobile telephony market. Smartphones like the HTC Desire have been well received and the premium HTC Desire HD will offer even greater consumer choice, which I believe will add to the growing popularity of the Android OS in Taiwan. Chunghwa Telecom’s emome and HTC will offer consumers more intuitive services and limitless delight. For example, HTCSense.com prevents access to valuable data should you lose your mobile phone, while the mPro mobile briefcase offers backup for your contacts, calendar and email, providing added security and peace of mind.”
Harvey Chang, President and Chief Executive Officer, Taiwan Mobile Co, said: “Location-based and mapping services is one of the hottest areas in mobile applications today, but the actual experience can often be slow and not up to expectations. HTC has anticipated this by delivering mapping functions which not only offers instantaneous map data views and updates, but allows users to manipulate the maps to fit their needs and orientation instead of the other way round. This attention to the small but critical details and user needs is just one of the key ways that HTC and Taiwan Mobile demonstrate care and attention to our customers.”
Yvonne Li, President Far EasTone, said: “The mobile industry is constantly evolving and changing, and users play an important role in shaping these changes. That’s why one of the core tenets of Fareastone’s brand philosophy is being able to continually meet the challenge of meeting their needs by providing even more innovative, interesting and convenient services. This resonates with HTC’s brand commitment, focus on innovation and dedication to providing intuitive and considerate services. We are delighted to be able to offer the HTC Desire Z following the success of the HTC Aria, and are fully committed to this partnership, which we believe will create an even better experience that will touch the hearts of users.”
Introducing the new HTC Sense
The new HTC Sense experience offers a variety of enhancements that improve how people capture, create, share and access multimedia content, use location-based services, view e-book content, creating a new mobile way of life.- Besides HD video recording, the new HTC Sense also allows you to share photos and videos directly to YouTube or to your big screen TV via DLNA. With a newly created camera experience, people can record HD videos or capture and edit images with a variety of fun camera effects. (it’s like being able to swap lenses and add filters on the fly).
- With HTC Locations, a new differentiated online mapping experience, people have instant, on-demand mapping without download delays or incurring mobile roaming charges. The HTC Desire HD delivers maps with zero wait, zero dead spots and zero data roaming fees. Have trouble knowing which way to turn when using a map? Relax. Maps on the HTC Desire HD always point you in the right direction.
- HTC Sense also includes a new integrated online e-reading experience utilizing a new e-book store powered by Kobo and a new, mobile-optimized e-reader that includes the ability to highlight, annotate and quickly search for definitions or translate unfamiliar terms.
- The HTC Fast Boot feature enables users to quickly make a call or check emails by shortening the time taken to complete the power-up sequence. In fact, Fast Boot takes a mere 10 seconds, so that you’re reading and replying emails as you get off the plane even when your fellow passengers are still waiting for their devices to power on!
HTCSense.com – Making life easy
HTC Sense is a holistic experience based on putting you at the center, by making things work simply the way they should. Now, we’ve expanded that experience online with HTCSense.com, offering a host of benefits from connected services, remote access and control of your mobile phone, and the ability to back up your data, making the HTC user experience a truly intuitive and mobile one.-
Ever had a moment when you couldn’t locate your phone, or even left a mobile phone somewhere? HTCSense.com gives users peace of mind should this ever occur. You can easily locate a missing phone by triggering the handset to ring loudly, even if it is set to silent, or to flag its location on a map. If the phone’s been lost or stolen, users can remotely lock the phone, forward calls and texts to another phone, send a message to the phone to arrange its return or even remotely wipe all personal data from it.
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HTCSense.com holds on to all the text messages you send or receive. That way, you can go back in time to easily find that special message. And because this history holds special memories or addresses of some unforgettable spots, HTCSense.com keeps it available even if you get a new phone. And to make your life easier while you’re at your home or office computer, you can receive and send SMS messages without even touching your phone.
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HTCSense.com also allows users to customize their phones with exclusive HTC content like wallpapers, HTC scenes, sounds or plug-ins for an intuitive mobile experience
The new additions to HTC’s flagship Desire range: HTC Desire HD and HTC Desire Z
HTC Desire HD showcases outstanding multimedia content with its bright 4.3” LCD display and Dolby Mobile and SRS virtual sound and is the first to be powered by the new 1GHz Qualcomm 8255 Snapdragon processor. The HTC Desire HD enables 720p HD video recording and includes an 8-megapixel camera with dual-flash.HTC Desire Z features a unique ‘pop hinge’ that opens to reveal a QWERTY keyboard for fast, convenient typing. HTC Desire Z’s keyboard also includes a variety of keyboard shortcuts and two customizable keys for providing instant access to common functions without the need to open menus. For people constantly on the go, HTC Desire Z makes it quick and easy to stay connected with friends on Facebook and Twitter or with colleagues and customers at work. HTC Desire Z also includes 720p HD video recording and a 5-megapixel camera with automatic flash. It is the first phone to utilize the new 800MHz Qualcomm 7230 processor for improved performance and battery life.
Availability and pricing
The new HTC Desire HD and HTC Desire Z will be available through mobile operators and retailers across major Asian markets from November 2010. The HTC Desire HD will be available at all Chunghwa Telecom and Taiwan Mobile retail stores and authorised dealers, with the HTC Desire Z available through Far EasTone outlets. The recommended retail prices for the HTC Desire HD and HTC Desire Z are NTD20,900 and NTD18,900 respectively.About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
10/07/2010TC Unveils HTC Desire HD™ And HTC Desire Z™ With New HTC Sense™ And HTCSENSE.COM
HTC Sense integrates a variety of multimedia and location-based enhancements and introduces HTCSense.com, a series of new connected HTC services
SINGAPORE – October 7, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today unveiled a new HTC Sense experience with the new HTC Desire HDTM and HTC Desire ZTM Android-based smartphones. The new HTC Sense experience continues HTC’s strong focus on the customer, placing people at the center by simply making its phones work in a more personal and natural way. HTC Sense introduces a number of key innovations including a series of free connected services called HTCSense.com that enhance people’s mobile experience on HTC phones.
“We’re excited to be taking the HTC Sense experience beyond the phone to a whole new level with a series of connected HTC services we call HTCSense.com,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “Our customers will value the holistic approach we’re taking to enhance their mobile experience. This customer-first philosophy has resonated with people buying HTC phones and this drives us to continue introducing new innovative smartphones like the HTC Desire HD and HTC Desire Z.”
HTC Sense
The new HTC Sense experience offers a variety of enhancements that improve how people capture, create, share and access multimedia content. With a newly created camera experience, people can record HD videos or capture and edit images with a variety of fun camera effects. With Locations, a new differentiated mapping experience, people have instant, on-demand mapping without download delays or incurring mobile roaming charges.HTC Sense also includes a new integrated online e-reading experience utilizing a new e-book store powered by KoboTM and a new, mobile-optimized e-reader that includes the ability to highlight, annotate and quickly search for definitions or translate unfamiliar terms.
HTCSense.com
With the new HTCSense.com service, people can simply manage their mobile phone experience from their HTC phone or personal computer. For example, people can easily locate a missing phone by triggering the handset to ring loudly, even if it is set to silent, or to flag its location on a map. If the phone’s been lost or stolen, users can remotely lock the phone, forward calls and texts to another phone, send a message to the phone to arrange its return or even remotely wipe all personal data from it. HTCSense.com makes it easy to setup a new HTC phone or access archived mobile content such as contacts, text messages and call history from a PC browser. People can also customize their phones with exclusive HTC content like wallpapers, HTC scenes, sounds or plug-ins.HTC Desire HD
HTC Desire HD showcases outstanding multimedia content with its bright 4.3” TFT display and Dolby Mobile and SRS surround sound and is the first to be powered by the new 1GHz Qualcomm 8255 Snapdragon processor. The HTC Desire HD enables 720p HD video recording and includes an 8-megapixel camera with dual LED flash. Building on the unibody heritage of the HTC Legend, the HTC Desire HD is sculpted from a block of solid aluminium and exudes the air of quality and strength that HTC has come to be known for. It also includes the new HTC Fast Boot that enables people to quickly make a call or check emails by shortening the time taken to complete the power-up sequence.HTC Desire Z
For people constantly on the go, HTC Desire Z makes it quick and easy to stay connected with friends on Facebook and Twitter or with colleagues and customers at work. HTC Desire Z features a unique ‘pop hinge’ that opens to reveal a QWERTY keyboard for fast, convenient typing. HTC Desire Z’s keyboard also includes a variety of keyboard shortcuts and two customizable keys for providing instant access to common functions without the need to open menus. HTC Desire Z also includes 720p HD video recording and a 5-megapixel camera with flash. It is the first phone to utilize the new 800MHz Qualcomm 7230 processor for improved performance and battery life and also includes HTC Fast Boot.Availability
The new HTC Desire HD and HTC Desire Z will be broadly available through mobile operators and authorized resellers from November onwards at a suggested retail price of $888 and $868 respectively.+All prices are subject to pricing policies of individual operators.
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
09/28/2010Pocket-Sized HTC Aria Debuts With Optus In Australia
Sydney, Australia – September 28, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced HTC Aria – a pocket-sized dynamo which packs a punch with a five megapixel camera, a bright 3.2 inch HVGA display, and offers users Android smartphone functionality in an amazingly easy-to-carry design. Exclusive to Optus, this feature packed Android 2.1 OS smartphone is available for $0 upfront on the $49 Optus Cap plan for consumers or the $49 Business Complete Advantage plan for small business customers, both over 24 months (Minimum total cost is $1176).
“The HTC Aria’s unique combination of compact size and beautiful design instantly separates HTC Aria from other devices on the market,” said Anthony Petts, Sales and Marketing Director ANZ, HTC Corporation. “HTC Aria’s seamless wrap-around back cover eliminates sharp edges, making HTC Aria exceptionally enjoyable to carry. By putting people at the centre of everything it does, HTC Aria streamlines and organises all of your communication.”
HTC Aria features the acclaimed HTC Sense™ experience, which automatically delivers the most-wanted information by bringing it to the forefront of the mobile experience, improving your interactions with your most important people. This begins with the HTC application and widget called Friend Stream that seamlessly aggregates all of your social communication including Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr into one organised flow of updates. This simple aggregation makes it easier than ever to focus on what friends are doing as well as to view the images and links that they share. In addition to Friend Stream, people can be organised into specific social circles, such as groups of friends, colleagues or any other way that makes sense.
The HTC Sense experience is also evident in the improved browser, email client, the new newsreader application and widget, as well as the seven-screen ‘Leap’ thumbnail view for quick and easy access to specific screens.
Mark Mulder, Head of Digital Products, Optus Digital Media, said “We know customers who want a great Google experience on their mobile will love the new HTC Aria. Optus already offers one of the largest ranges of Android-powered devices in Australia and the addition of the dynamic HTC Aria expands this range even further. Competitively priced at $49 per month over 24 months, our customers have the freedom to explore the features and functionality of the device and platform, backed up with a great data plan to suit their browsing needs.”
More than just a pocket – sized phone
Along with being ultra-small at just over 10 cm long and weighing a mere 115g (battery included), the HTC Aria offers a full selection of the newest and most popular Google services via the Android™ 2.1 OS. This includes Google search, Google Maps, Gmail, YouTube and more. With Android Market™, customers can also choose from more than 80,000 applications to further personalise the mobile experience.Know the time and weather, wherever
The HTC Aria always keeps you on schedule and a step ahead of the weather with an auto-updating display no matter where you are located.Friend Stream forever
With HTC’s Friend Stream app, you would never lose touch with your online friends via multiple social networks such as Facebook® and Twitter™, without actually going on Facebook® and Twitter™.The office has left the building
With Visual Mail, emails are presented like a stack of paper on your desk – you can flip through, read what you want and discard what you do not need.Pricing and Availability
The new HTC Aria will be available mid-October exclusively from Optus stores and approved dealers. Optus customers can purchase the HTC Aria for $0 upfront on the $49 Optus Cap plan for consumers or the $49 Business Complete Advantage plan for small business customers, both over 24 months (Minimum total cost is $1176). For more information on Optus Cap plans, please visit www.optus.com.au/cap.
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com.About Optus
Optus is an Australian leader in integrated communications. The company specialises in a broad range of communications services including mobile, local, national and long distance telephony, business network services, internet and satellite services and subscription television. For more information please visit www.optus.com.au -
09/23/2010HTC АНОНСУЄ НОВІ СМАРТФОНИ З УДОСКОНАЛЕНИМ ІНТЕРФЕЙСОМ HTC SENSE, А ТАКОЖ СЕРВІС HTCSENSE.COM
15 вересня, Лондон, Великобританія. Компанія HTC Corporation, глобальний розробник та виробник смартфонів, анонсує нові Android-смартфони – Desire HD і Desire Z з оновленим інтерфейсом HTC Sense. Новий Sense ще більше фокусується на користувачі, надаючи простий і зручний спосіб персоналізувати телефон під особисті потреби кожного. Також поліпшений Sense пропонує безліч інноваційних послуг та рішень, включаючи безкоштовний сервіс HTCSense.com, за допомогою якого можна керувати смартфоном на відстані і контролювати його безпеку.
«Ми очікуємо, що покращений HTC Sense разом з сервісом HTCSense.com стане новою сходинкою в розвитку користувальницьких послуг, адже абоненти цінують зручність і мобільність. Наша філософія – «користувач на чолі» – знайшла відгук серед покупців смартфонів HTC, і ми продовжуємо слідувати їй, впроваджуючи інноваційні рішення в наші апарати. Яскравим прикладом тому служать нові смартфони – Desire HD і Desire Z», – говорить Пітер Чоу (Peter Chou), виконавчий директор HTC Corporation.
«HTC у якості нашого ключового партнера і провідного виробника смартфонів продовжує розвивати і популяризувати Android-платформу. Нові смартфони HTC пропонують користувачам універсальність, гнучкість і зручність у використанні», – каже Енді Рубін (Andy Rubin), віце-президент відділу розробок Google.
HTC Sense
Новий інтерфейс HTC Sense пропонує користувачам безліч удосконалень, пов'язаних з мультимедійним контентом. Покращена камера дозволяє знімати відео в HD-якості, фотографувати і редагувати зображення з різними ефектами. HTC Locations дозволить користуватися геолокаційними сервісами без завантаження карт і точок, що допоможе заощадити час і мобільний трафік.
Новий HTC Sense також включає в себе інтегрований інструмент для покупки і читання електронних книг від Kobo.com. Оптимізований для мобільного використання рідер дозволяє робити анотації, швидкий пошук і переклад тексту.
HTCSense.com
З новим онлайн-сервісом HTCSense.com користувачі можуть легко управляти своїм смартфоном за допомогою персонального комп'ютера. Наприклад, абонент може на відстані включити голосний дзвінок або позначити місце розташування апарата на карті. Вкрадений телефон можна заблокувати, переадресувати дзвінки та повідомлення на інший номер, відстежити по місцю розташування або видалити всі свої дані з апарату. Також HTCSense.com дозволяє налаштовувати телефон, персоналізувати оформлення (фони робочих столів, заставки, тони дзвінка), переглядати встановлені програми, історію дзвінків, СМС і контакти безпосередньо з браузера свого комп'ютера.
HTC Desire HD
Смартфон Desire HD – справжній мультимедійний Android 2.2 апарат з яскравим 4,3-дюймовим LCD дисплеєм, звуковим процесором Dolby Mobile і віртуальним розширенням стереобази SRS, 1-гігагерцовим процесором Qualcomm 8255 Snapdragon. 8-мегапіксельна камера зі подвійним спалахом дозволяє знімати HD-відео з роздільною здатністю 720p. Цільний алюмінієвий корпус виконаний із застосуванням тієї ж технології, що й у HTC Legend, і відрізняється якістю і міцністю. Також Desire HD оснащений системою HTC Fast Boot, що скорочує час завантаження апарату і дозволяє здійснювати дзвінки або перевіряти електронну пошту практично відразу ж після включення телефону.
HTC Desire Z
Смартфон Desire Z, що працює на Android 2.2, оснащений унікальною QWERTY-клавіатурою pop hinge, яка має настроювані клавіші для швидкого доступу до найбільш використовуваних функцій. 5-мегапіксельна камера з автоматичним спалахом-підсвічуванням дозволяє знімати відео з HD-роздільною здатністю (720p), а новий процесор Qualcomm 7230 з тактовою частотою 800 МГц оптимізований для підвищення продуктивності і часу автономної роботи апарату.
Доступність
HTC Desire HD буде доступний для українських покупців на початку листопада 2010 року в мережах магазинів, які є офіційними партнерами-дистриб'юторами HTC в Україні. Приблизна вартість апарату – 8 000 грн.
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09/15/2010HTC Unveils HTC Desire HD™ And HTC Desire Z™ With New HTC Sense™ And HTCSENSE.COM
HTC Sense integrates a variety of multimedia and location-based enhancements and introduces HTCSense.com, a series of new connected HTC services
LONDON, UK – September 15, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today unveiled a new HTC Sense experience with the new HTC Desire HDTM and HTC Desire ZTM Android-based smartphones. The new HTC Sense experience continues HTC’s strong focus on the customer, placing people at the center by simply making its phones work in a more personal and natural way. HTC Sense introduces a number of key innovations including a series of connected services called HTCSense.com that enhance people’s mobile experience on HTC phones.
“We’re excited to be taking the HTC Sense experience beyond the phone to a whole new level with a series of connected HTC services we call HTCSense.com,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “Our customers will value the holistic approach we’re taking to enhance their mobile experience. This customer-first philosophy has resonated with people buying HTC phones and this drives us to continue introducing new innovative smartphones like the HTC Desire HD and HTC Desire Z.”
"As a key Android partner and smartphone brand, HTC continues to bring new innovation to the platform," said Andy Rubin, VP engineering at Google. "Android is about choice and the new HTC smartphones continue to provide customers with powerful choices and flexibility."
HTC Sense
The new HTC Sense experience offers a variety of enhancements that improve how people capture, create, share and access multimedia content. With a newly created camera experience, people can record HD videos or capture and edit images with a variety of fun camera effects. With HTC Locations, a new differentiated online mapping experience, people have instant, on-demand mapping without download delays or incurring mobile roaming charges.
HTC Sense also includes a new integrated online e-reading experience utilizing a new e-book store powered by Koboä and a new, mobile-optimized e-reader that includes the ability to highlight, annotate and quickly search for definitions or translate unfamiliar terms.
HTCSense.com
With the new HTCSense.com service, people can simply manage their mobile phone experience from their HTC phone or personal computer. For example, people can easily locate a missing phone by triggering the handset to ring loudly, even if it is set to silent, or to flag its location on a map. If the phone’s been lost or stolen, users can remotely lock the phone, forward calls and texts to another phone, send a message to the phone to arrange its return or even remotely wipe all personal data from it. HTCSense.com makes it easy to setup a new HTC phone or access archived mobile content such as contacts, text messages and call history from a PC browser. People can also customize their phones with exclusive HTC content like wallpapers, HTC scenes, sounds or plug-ins.
HTC Desire HD
HTC Desire HD showcases outstanding multimedia content with its bright 4.3” LCD display and Dolby Mobile and SRS virtual sound and is the first to be powered by the new 1GHz Qualcomm 8255 Snapdragon processor. The HTC Desire HD enables 720p HD video recording and includes an 8-megapixel camera with dual-flash. Building on the unibody heritage of the HTC Legend, the HTC Desire HD is sculpted from a block of solid aluminum and exudes the air of quality and strength that HTC has come to be known for. It also includes the new HTC Fast Boot that enables people to quickly make a call or check emails by shortening the time taken to complete the power-up sequence.
HTC Desire Z
For people constantly on the go, HTC Desire Z makes it quick and easy to stay connected with friends on Facebook and Twitter or with colleagues and customers at work. HTC Desire Z features a unique ‘pop hinge’ that opens to reveal a QWERTY keyboard for fast, convenient typing. HTC Desire Z’s keyboard also includes a variety of keyboard shortcuts and two customizable keys for providing instant access to common functions without the need to open menus. HTC Desire Z also includes 720p HD video recording and a 5-megapixel camera with automatic flash. It is the first phone to utilize the new 800MHz Qualcomm 7230 processor for improved performance and battery life and also includes HTC Fast Boot.
Availability
The new HTC Desire HD and HTC Desire Z will be broadly available through mobile operators and retailers across major European and Asian markets from October 2010 with the HTC Desire Z shipping in North America later this year.
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com .
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08/18/2010HTC Partners With Synnex To Expand Distribution In New Zealand
Auckland, New Zealand – 18 August, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, announced today that it has signed a distributor agreement with Synnex, one of the largest distribution companies in New Zealand.
The addition of Synnex will expand the distribution support of HTC’s smartphones and wireless solutions to New Zealand retailers, including credit facilities and account management enabling them to offer improved levels of fulfilment and stock management.
"This strategic alliance with Synnex represents a great enhancement to meet the growing demand for HTC handsets in New Zealand,“ said Anthony Petts, Sales and Marketing Director ANZ, HTC Corporation. "Synnex’s experience will accelerate further the availability of HTC phones to New Zealand customers."
"We are very pleased to sign this agreement with HTC today as this marks Synnex’s first move into the distribution of communication devices. Synnex continues to expand its capability in the retail market and offers an unrivalled level of service, logistics and support to its customers. We look forward to helping HTC meet the demand for its products in the New Zealand market,” said Richard Harri, Country Manager, Synnex New Zealand.
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08/17/2010Pocket-Sized HTC Aria™ Debuts In Hong Kong
HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced HTC Aria™ in Hong Kong and proudly announces SmarTone-Vodafone is the exclusive Hong Kong mobile operator partner of the HTC Aria™ and SiS International Limited is the Hong Kong exclusive distributor of the new phone. This pocket-sized dynamo packs a punch with a five megapixel camera, a bright 3.2 inch HVGA display, and offers users Android smartphone functionality in an amazingly easy-to-carry design.
HTC Aria features the acclaimed HTC Sense experience, which automatically delivers the most-wanted information by bringing it to the forefront of the mobile experience. Featuring HTC Sense, HTC Aria offers even more ways to stay connected, including Friend Stream, which delivers Facebook, Twitter and Flickr updates in a single, consolidated view.
“Its unique combination of compact size and beautiful design instantly separates HTC Aria from the pack of ‘me-too’ smartphones,” said Jack Tong, vice president of HTC Asia Pacific. “But what really differentiates HTC Aria from other smartphones is the acclaimed HTC Sense experience. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC Aria organizes all of your communications in the most human way possible – by person.”
A full selection of the newest and most popular Google services can be accessed with HTC Aria. This includes Google search, Google Maps, Gmail, YouTube and more. With Android Market, customers can also choose from more than 70,000 applications to further personalize the mobile experience.
Along with being ultra-small at just over 10cm long and weighing a mere 115g (battery included), HTC Aria’s seamless wrap-around back cover eliminates sharp edges, making HTC Aria exceptionally convenient to carry and comfortable to hold as well.
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08/17/2010HTC Launches Compact Smartphone – HTC HD mini
Sydney, Australia – 17, August 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced the HTC HD mini – a HTC Sense™-based Windows® Phone sporting a high degree of usability along with its own unique and compact design.
“HTC constantly assesses customer feedback, and it was with this feedback in mind that the HTC HD mini was developed to meet the needs of people who want a smartphone with a more compact design without losing key features, usability and style” said Anthony Petts, Sales and Marketing Director ANZ, HTC Corporation. “The integration of HTC Sense on the HTC HD mini gives customers an additional choice for an advanced Windows Phone that is rich with features, simple to use and loaded with valuable applications. The HTC HD mini is the first device, to be launched in partnership with Synnex, one of our key distributors in Australia.”
HTC HD Mini Overview and Key Features
Hold great craftsmanship in your hand with a unique design that is simple yet beautiful from inside out.
Clean lines, compact form, and elegant construction give the HTC HD mini the looks that fit any place, time or circumstance. Precision fasteners used to assemble the phone are externally visible, displaying a high level of craftsmanship. The strong design ethos continues under the battery cover so that a bright yellow internal structure offers an unexpected surprise when the phone is opened.The HTC HD mini features HTC Sense™ – a user experience that revolves around the three core tenets of Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected - which is simple to use, amazing to look at, and loaded with valuable applications.
Make It Mine
Create a perfect phone for yourself by putting shortcuts to the most important people, web sites, or most used applications right on the home screen. Prioritise your essentials by arranging the tabs of the key phone features to suit your needs.Stay Close
Stay close to those you care about with all the ways to get in touch and all your past interactions neatly organised by people – not by applications. The device helps you stay close to the important friends and colleagues in your life by providing a single contact view that displays individual communication snapshots of your conversations regardless of whether it was a call, text, status update or email. The HTC HD mini continues the same focus on people-centric communication with complete Outlook integration.Go from email to a voice call in just one touch. Get everyone from an email involved in a multi-party call with a couple of taps. Take the challenge out of jumping between a calendar appointment and phone when trying to join a conference bridge – now you’re guided with a big reminder button – so you can easily join in on the call.
Keep track of everyone’s real-time Twitter™ updates on HTC’s built-in client HTC Peep. Dive easily into a conversation or share your own thoughts and pictures. You can even post your precise GPS location with a couple of taps.
Discover the Unexpected
Some design features of HTC HD mini are much better experienced than explained. For example, you can virtually feel the weather on the lifelike animated wallpaper that automatically reflects your location.Experience a phone ringer that knows when it has been heard and when it should ring loudly for your attention. The ringer volume lowers when the G-sensor on your phone detects that the phone has been picked up. On the other hand, when the proximity sensors detect that the phone is in your pocket or a purse, the ringer volume scales up to ensure that you don’t miss an important call.
Give your music collection the visual décor it deserves. With just one tap, your phone searches the web for the actual album art cover and replaces the placeholder image in your music library.
The HTC HD mini, with capacitive touch technology, is designed for pure finger touch control. Zoom in and out of web pages, word documents, PDFs, pictures, or emails with just a simple pinch. Set up calendar appointments, reply to emails, and adjust your phone settings on the interface optimized for use with your fingers.
Bring the HTC HD mini with you on the road, and you'll never have to hunt for a Wi-Fi® hotspot for your laptop. Your phone simply connects to superfast 3.5G cellular networks and becomes your personal wireless access point – anytime, anywhere. You can download a variety of applications from the Windows® Marketplace for Mobile to further suit your own needs and style.
Availability
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08/16/2010HTC, Tata Docomo Unveil HTC Desire In India
Android-powered ‘HTC Desire’ delivers an outstanding user experience
1-Ghz processor and 3.7-inch screen bring new life to social networking
TATA DOCOMO Postpay subscribers will get Special Data Offer
New Delhi, India, 16 August, 2010: HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, and TATA DOCOMO, the GSM brand of Tata Teleservices Limited, today announced a partnership to launch the ‘HTC Desire’ in India. The HTC Desire is the latest Android Smartphone that offers the enhanced HTC Sense experience to users.
HTC Desire delivers intense brilliance, sharp contrast and true colors on the expansive 3.7-inch 480 X 800 WVGA display. The 1-GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor makes the phone incredibly responsive while the instinctive HTC Sense experience lets the user experience the HTC Desire with the greatest of ease. With one of the most advanced displays available on a phone today, HTC Desire is designed to enhance and maximise content, whether it is pictures and videos, browsing the Web or checking on friends’ status updates. Thanks to the latest Android 2.1, as well as the ultrafast processor, HTC Desire offers a wide range of live wallpapers for user choices.
“The HTC Desire underlines HTC’s leadership in offering cutting-edge technology and a superior mobility experience. Globally, one of HTC’s core strengths has been its innovation-packed converged 3G devices and the HTC Desire is yet another testament to our technological capabilities,” said Mr. Ajay Sharma, Country Head, HTC India. “HTC Sense on the new HTC Desire not only delivers one of the most dynamic and personalized user experiences possible, but also one of the easiest ways to interact and integrate social networks into your life.”
The HTC Desire comes with an exclusive offer for TATA DOCOMO users in India, wherein TATA DOCOMO Postpay subscribers will get free data download of 500 MB per month for 06 months. To avail this offer Tata DOCOMO customers will have to SMS ‘Android’ to 54321 from their HTC Desire handset.
“TATA DOCOMO is a young brand that has rolled out GSM services across 18 circles,” Mr. GurinderSingh Sandhu, Head Marketing, Tata DOCOMO said “When we launched our services, we had promised our subscribers that we would bring to them the best products and services—products that will stand for innovation and a pioneering spirit, and which would offer them convenience and simplicity. Living up to that promise, we are launching the HTC Desire. This launch marks the strong relationship TATA DOCOMO enjoys with HTC and, going forward, we will continue to work together to launch more innovative mobile offerings for Indian consumers on the TATA DOCOMO platform,” he added.
HTC SENSE
HTC Sense is a user experience focused on putting people at the centre by making phones work in a more simple and natural way. This experience revolves around three fundamental principles that were developed by observing and listening to how people live and communicate.The new HTC Sense experience continues to focus on improving your interactions with your most important people. This begins with a new HTC application and widget called Friend Stream that seamlessly aggregates all of your social communication including Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr into one organised flow of updates. This simple aggregation makes it easier than ever to focus on what friends are doing as well as to view the images and links that they share. In addition to Friend Stream, people can be organised into specific social circles, such as groups of friends, colleagues or any other way that makes sense.
The new HTC Sense experience also introduces broad improvements to applications including the browser, email client and others. In addition, the new version of HTC Sense includes a new newsreader application and widget, as well as a new seven-screen ‘Leap’ thumbnail view for quick and easy access to specific screens.
Pricing & Availability
The new HTC Desire will be available at a Market Operating Price of Rs. 28,900* at all authorized HTC resellers across the country.
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08/12/2010HTC e Nokia mostram novos celulares
Fonte: Folha de São Paulo
São Paulo, 5 de Maio de 2010 - Dois telefones celulares dividiram a atenção dos aficionados na semana passada: o Droid Incredible, da HTC, à venda nos EUA, e o N8, da Nokia, ainda sem data de lançamento. O Incredible, que custa US$ 199,99 na operadora Verizon, tem Android 2.1 (sistema do Google), tela sensível ao toque de 3,7 polegadas, armazenamento de 8 Gbytes e câmera de 8 Mpixels. "O Droid Incredible é o melhor aparelho com Android que você pode comprar nos EUA atualmente", escreveu o Engadget. Já o N8, da Nokia, que tem tela de 3,5 polegadas sensível ao toque e armazenamento de 16 Gbytes, se destaca pela câmera, que tira fotos de 12 Mpixels e filma em alta definição (veja exemplos em bit.ly/n8cam). Em nokia.com/n8, é possível se inscrever para saber por e-mail quando o aparelho entrará em pré-venda em alguns países, incluindo o Brasil.
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08/10/2010HTC And Telstra Unleash The HTC Wildfire
Apps, Friend Stream, HTC Sense, Media Sync feature on HTC’s most social mobile yet
Sydney, Australia – August 10, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today joined with Telstra to unveil its latest Android™mobile – the HTC Wildfire™. The HTC Wildfire is Telstra’s first Android smartphone to be offered to pre-paid customers and is designed to help people connect with friends and family on the move through a suite of social networking features. It will be available in Australia from 24 August to both pre-paid and post-paid customers exclusively on Telstra’s Next G™ Network – Australia’s largest and fastest national 3G network.
Featuring a 3.2-inch capacitive touch screen, a 5-megapixel camera with auto focus and LED flash and HTC’s Friend Stream app which seamlessly gathers social networking updates into a single stream, HTC’s Wildfire allows customers to bring their friends with them, wherever they go. Next-generation Caller ID and the ability to share apps straight from the phone are some of the great new features available on the HTC Wildfire. In addition, HTC Wildfire comes with a new version of HTC Sync (Sync 3.0) that is packed with new features, and includes a media sync that is compatible with popular media players available on a PC. This enables customers to bring their favourite tunes, playlists, pictures and more to their phone with the click of a button.
“Following in the footsteps of the HTC Desire, the HTC Wildfire addresses the Social Networking Generation – those younger audiences who want to bring their friends closer to them through app sharing and the integration of social networks - all at a cost effective price,” said Anthony Petts, Sales and Marketing Director ANZ, HTC Corporation. “With Media Sync, they can also now carry around their favourite music and photos more easily.”
“With the explosion of interest in smartphones, our pre-paid customers have been asking Telstra for a good value way to get in on the action,” said Richard Fink, Director, Telstra Mobility Products. “HTC Wildfire is our first pre-paid smartphone for Next G™ customers and provides a terrific way for people to start enjoying features like mobile web browsing and watching video clips on the go. We know our customers will love the HTC Wildfire’s compact size and its easy-to-use menus that can be filled with thousands of fun Android apps and games.”
HTC WILDFIRE HIGHLIGHTS
Check Facebook, Twitter and Flickr at the same time with HTC’s Friend Stream
View friends’ Facebook updates, Tweets and Flickr photos in one organised stream, all on the same screen.HTC’s next-generation Caller ID
Along with the traditional Caller ID features of caller name and number, HTC’s next-generation Caller ID now includes additional information such as friend’s birthday and Facebook status updates. In addition, each contact viewed in HTC Wildfire’s address book includes a thread of recent communications with that person, including the last conversation, recent text messages and emails.Recommend apps with HTC’s new app sharing widget
Apps can now be shared straight from the user’s phone to their friends by sending a link via Facebook, Twitter and a host of other social networking sites or Friend Stream, as well as email and sms. This link allows users to find the app on the Android Market™ with a single click and download it to their phone. There are thousands of apps available on Android Market – including games, social-networking apps and new arrivals every day.Friends are just one tap away
The People Widget feature can be used to find group of friends straight from the home screen. Calling, texting or emailing is only one tap away.
Browsing is better
The HTC Wildfire comes with full Flash support for online video, pinch-to-zoom page resizing, and auto rotation from portrait to landscape. It also comes with useful reference tools including one-touch dictionary, translation and Wikipedia lookup.
Exclusive Telstra content and apps
Telstra customers enjoy a large range of unmetered BigPond® entertainment, including news, sport, music and weather. Telstra’s new Tribe® service offers customers free-to-browse social networking within Australia by bringing together Facebook®, Twitter™ and MySpace™ in a single mobile portal . Telstra customers can also subscribe to exclusive content including Mobile FOXTEL from Telstra and AFL and NRL apps.
Faster texting with Swype™
HTC Wildfire is the first Telstra smartphone to feature Swype™ text input technology. Swype allows customers to glide their finger across a virtual keyboard to spell words, rather than tapping out each letter. This can make it even faster to compose emails, text messages and to search the web.
AVAILABILITY AND PRICING
The HTC Wildfire will be available starting 24 August exclusively to Telstra customers (until 15 November). Telstra Pre-Paid customers can purchase the HTC Wildfire outright for $349. Customers can team it with Telstra’s new Pre-Paid Cap+ offer which buys customers bonus credit to use on standard national calls and SMS to Australian and international numbers. For instance, customers who recharge $30 can receive a $170 bonus credit for voice calls and SMS to Australian and International numbers and 50MB of bonus data. The more customers recharge the higher the bonus credit. More information: http://www.telstra.com.au/mobile/prepaid/latestoffers/cap-plus.html- Fone Zone will offer the HTC Wildfire in Pure White (Post-Paid variant only) exclusively from 24 August (until 28 September when the colour becomes available from all Telstra stores and partners).
- Telstra Stores and Partners will offer HTC Wildfire in Phantom Black from 6 September on Pre-Paid, with Pure White to be made available from the 28th September.
- Customers can also purchase HTC Wildfire on a range of Telstra Post-Paid plans including for $0 upfront on Telstra’s $49 Cap Plan when signing up for 24 months (Min Cost $1,176) from 24 August.
Android, the Android logo, Android Market, the Android Market logo, YouTube, Google Maps and Gmail are trade marks of Google, Inc. Facebook is a registered Trade mark of Facebook, Inc. MySpace is a trademark of MySpace, Inc. Twitter is a trademark of Twitter, Inc.
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07/29/2010HTC Strengthens Management Team In Preparation For Future Growth
Taoyuan, Taiwan – July 29, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile phone innovation and design, today announced a series of executive promotions and newly created management positions focused on building a stronger foundation for future growth.
“As the smartphone industry expands at this lightning pace, it is essential for HTC to grow its management capabilities from within while also adding outside expertise,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “Today’s announcement is not just a signal of our current growth and progress, but of our vision for bringing unique smartphones to people all over the world.”
Ron Louks, Chief Strategy Officer
As HTC’s newly created chief strategy officer, Ron Louks will be responsible for driving new strategic initiatives, technology incubation and will work closely with HTC’s engineering and operation departments. Prior to joining HTC, Louks was the chief technology officer at Sony Ericsson.Kouji Kodera, Chief Product Officer
As HTC’s newly created chief product officer, Kouji Kodera will be responsible for HTC’s global product portfolio planning and management. As a seasoned veteran of the mobile industry, Kodera has a strong track record of building device portfolio strategies. Prior to joining HTC, he worked for Sony Ericsson as its head of products.David Chen, Chief Engineering Officer
Previously vice president of product development, David Chen has been promoted to chief engineering officer, David Chen will continue to drive HTC’s product development and engineering. As one of HTC’s first employees in 1997, Chen has played a key role in HTC’s success. Under his leadership HTC has successfully created many of the world’s first and most innovative smartphones.With this announcement, Horace Luke, HTC’s chief innovation officer and John Wang, HTC's chief marketing officer will work closely with Kodera and Chen to strengthen HTC’s overall product offerings around the world.
Jason Mackenzie, President, HTC North America and Latin America
Previously vice president of HTC North America, Jason Mackenzie has been promoted to president of HTC North America and Latin America. As president, Mackenzie will continue to drive HTC's strategy and market growth in North America and Latin America where he has contributed to HTC’s strong performance. As one of HTC’s founding North American members in 2005, Mackenzie has led HTC’s strong growth in North America.Florian Seiche, President, HTC Europe, Middle East and Africa
Previously vice president of HTC Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Florian Seiche has been promoted to president of HTC EMEA. As the founder of HTC’s EMEA operations in 2005, Seiche has grown HTC’s business and brand to be one of the top smartphone makers in EMEA.HTC also announced that Jason Juang, a senior executive vice president at HTC, has left the company to pursue other opportunities.
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
07/29/2010HTC підсилює менеджментську команду
29 липня 2010, Таоюань, Тайвань. Компанія HTC Corporation, глобальний розробник і виробник смартфонів, оголошує про нові призначення, які дозволять скоординувати дії HTC на зростаючому ринку смартфонів і підготувати корпорацію до майбутнього зростання.
«Індустрія смартфонів розвивається блискавично, і одне з важливих завдань для HTC – відповідати очікуванням ринку, проявляючи гнучкість менеджменту. Сьогоднішні призначення символізують не тільки зростання та розвиток корпорації HTC, а й наше бачення зростаючої ролі смартфонів в комунікаціях людей в усьому світі», – говорить Пітер Чоу, виконавчий директор HTC Corporation.
НОВІ ПРИЗНАЧЕННЯ:
Рон Лукс (Ron Louks), директор зі стратегії корпорації HTC
У ролі директора зі стратегії Рон Лукс буде відповідати за впровадження нових стратегічних ініціатив та кроків компанії, розробку інноваційних технологій, тісно співпрацюючи з розробниками та операційним департаментом. До приходу в HTC Лукс працював головним технічним директором Sony Ericsson.
Куджі Кодера (Kouji Kodera), директор по продуктах корпорації HTC
Куджі Кодера на новій позиції буде відповідати за планування і управління портфелем нових продуктів. Ветеран мобільної індустрії, Кодера має великий досвід стратегічного формування портфоліо пристроїв – до приєднання до команди HTC Куджі займав пост директора продуктового Sony Ericsson.
Девід Чен (David Chen), директор з інженерного розвитку корпорації HTC
Один з перших співробітників HTC, в 1997 році Девід зіграв ключову роль в успіху компанії: під його керівництвом HTC створила безліч інноваційних продуктів, що завоювали світове визнання. На посаду директора з інженерного розвитку Девід Чен прийшов із посади віце-президента по продуктах, і в новій ролі він буде продовжувати займатися розробкою продуктів та впровадженням нових технологій.
Хорас Люк (Horace Luke), директор з інновацій та Джон Ванг (John Wang), директор з маркетингу корпорації HTC будуть тісно співпрацювати з новопризначеними Роном Луксом і Куджі Кодерою для зміцнення глобальних позицій корпорації HTC та просування продуктів і рішень.
Джейсон Маккензі (Jason Mackenzie), регіональний президент (Північна і Латинська Америка) корпорації HTC
Будучи віце-президентом HTC у регіоні Північної Америки, Джейсон Маккензі був підвищений до президента обох континентів Америки. У новій ролі Маккензі буде продовжувати розвивати глобальну стратегію корпорації HTC, ефективно сприяючи зростанню ринку смартфонів Північної та Латинської Америки. Як один із засновників регіонального північноамериканського відділення HTC, Джейсон домігся стійкого зростання ринку смартфонів і закріплення лідируючих позицій корпорації в цьому регіоні.
Флоріан Зайхе (Florian Seiche), президент регіону EMEA (Європа, Близький Схід і Африка) корпорації HTC
Раніше віце-президент HTC у Європі, Близькому Сході та Африці, Флоріан Зайхе був призначений президентом цього регіону. Засновник діяльності регіонального підрозділу корпорації в 2005 році, Флоріан вивів HTC на позицію одного з найбільших виробників смартфонів в EMEA.
HTC також повідомляє, що Джейсон Хуанг (Jason Juang), старший виконавчий віце-президент HTC Corp., покинув компанію у зв'язку з переходом на інше місце роботи. -
07/27/2010HTC Launches Its Brand In China; Unveils FirstT HTC Branded Phones For China
HTC Strengthens Relationships with Mobile Operators and Distributors in China
BEIJING, July 27, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced its brand and first HTC-branded devices in China. As part of its mobile operator focus, HTC also announced a partnership with China Mobile to bring future HTC phones to market and announced a new distribution partnership with China’s largest electronics distributor, GOME Electrical Appliances Holding Ltd.
“We are proud to introduce the HTC brand in China and look forward to bringing a fresh customer-centric smartphone experience to consumers in China,” said Cher Wang, chairman of HTC. “Together with our strategic partner Dopod, we have introduced many state-of-the-art phones over the past few years in China. HTC’s passion for innovation and its commitment to delighting people around the world are what drive us to improve the overall mobile experience in big and small ways. It is this customer-centric approach that has driven HTC’s global leadership position and has differentiated us.”
With a broad portfolio of innovative smartphones, HTC’s design philosophy is rooted in the belief that one size does not fit all and focuses on creating an intuitive and personalized mobile experience that are based on a unique people-centric approach. HTC has become a leading mobile brand focused on simplifying how people communicate by emphasizing improvements to little things that deeply impact the experience people have on their phones. HTC's entry into China represents its continued growth and highlights the broad demand for its unique smartphones and the increased visibility of its brand globally.
“The pace of mobile innovation globally is moving at an extraordinary pace and we are excited to be bringing many of our most innovative phones to China, the largest and most sophisticated mobile market in the world,” said Peter Chou, chief executive officer of HTC. “HTC was founded with a vision for mobile convergence and a passion for innovation that has established us as a globally recognized mobile leader.”
HTC designs some of the world’s most popular smartphones and provides a unique opportunity to make each person’s phone experience uniquely their own. HTC’s newly unveiled smartphones with HTC Sense are the HTC Tianxi, HTC Tianyi, HTC Desire and HTC Wildfire. HTC Sense is a unique user experience focused on putting people at the center by making phones work in a more simple and natural way. This experience revolved around observing and listening to how people live and communicate.
The industry has recognized HTC’s contributions through a variety of awards including Fast Company’s 2010 Top 50 Most Innovative Companies and MIT Technology Review’s 2010 50 Most Innovative Companies. The GSMA also recently awarded the HTC Hero as the “Best Phone of 2009.” For more information on HTC’s history of industry firsts, visit www.htc.com/quietlybrilliant
HTC has been partnering mobile operators in China since 2003 and has delivered many cutting-edge, intuitive smartphones in China. HTC is devoted to developing TD-SCDMA-based phones, the first wireless standard in China. TD-SCDMA(TD) marks an important milestone in the innovation and growth of China’s mobile industry and has spurred development of the cross-strait mobile sector.
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the centre of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com -
07/13/2010Media Alert: HTC Wildfire™ Set To Excite On Telstra's Next G™ Network In August
Share apps, updates and experiences with the latest social powerhouse from HTC
Sydney, Australia – July 13, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today announced that the HTC Wildfire™ will launch exclusively on Telstra’s Next G™ network in August.
HTC’s latest advanced smartphone helps you stay connected with those who are most important to you. Featuring a 3.2-inch capacitive touch screen and HTC’s Friend Stream application, which seamlessly gathers social networking updates from Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr and displays them in a single stream, HTC Wildfire allows customers to bring their friends with then. A 5-megapixel camera with auto focus and LED flash allows you to capture special moments, while a 3.5mm audio jack and micro SD card slot mean you are never without your favourite songs. Additional special features include next-generation Caller ID, the ability to recommend apps straight from your phone and ‘Leap’ view to help you find things faster.
“HTC Wildfire™ closely follows the success of the acclaimed HTC Desire launched with Telstra in April this year,” said Anthony Petts, Sales and Marketing Director ANZ, HTC Corporation. “This new smartphone makes the signature HTC Sense experience accessible to a younger audience, through the integration of the most popular social networks to help bring your friends closer to you. HTC Wildfire™ also offers an additional range of features – from next-generation Caller ID that allows you to view in depth contact details from their Facebook status and birthday when the call comes through, to the ability to recommend applications to friends in one simple tap.”
“Combining striking looks, some of HTC Desire’s best features and an ultra-affordable price tag, the new HTC Wildfire™ is set to excite,” said Ross Fielding, Executive Director, Mobility Products, Telstra. “Available in either ‘Pure White’ or ‘Phantom Black’ and featuring sleek brushed aluminium highlights, this little powerhouse provides one-touch access to Google™ services like YouTube and Gmail™ as well as Telstra apps like Mobile FOXTEL from Telstra. Wildfire’s easy-to-use menus can be filled with fun apps and games from the Android Market. HTC Wildfire™ owners will also enjoy speedy web browsing and social networking in more places thanks to Telstra’s Next G network -- Australia’s largest and fastest national mobile network.”
Availability
The HTC Wildfire™ launches in Australia in August. It will be available exclusively through Telstra. Pricing will be announced closer to launch.About HTC
Founded in 1997, HTC Corporation (HTC) is a global leader in mobile phone innovation and design. Since its establishment, HTC has developed strong R&D capabilities, pioneered many new designs and product innovations and launched state-of-the-art mobile phones for mobile operators and distributors in Europe, the US, Asia and around the world. HTC is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile device market. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com.About Telstra
Telstra is Australia's leading telecommunications and information services company, with one of the best known brands in the country. Telstra offers a full range of services and competes in all telecommunications markets throughout Australia, providing more than 8.8 million Australian fixed line and 10.3 million mobile services, including more than 7.2 million 3G services. -
07/07/2010Keep Your Friends Close With HTC Wildfire
Share apps, updates and experiences with the latest social powerhouse from HTC
Singapore – 07 July 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced HTC Wildfire™, a new HTC Sense-based Android phone that integrates the most popular social networks to help bring your friends closer to you. HTC Wildfire closely follows the success of the acclaimed HTC Desire and makes the company’s signature HTC Sense experience accessible to a younger audience.
“Today’s social networks provide an essential forum for friendship with more than 400 million users* - many of whom are young adults - actively sharing their lives with their friends through Facebook,” said Jack Tong, Vice President, HTC Asia Pacific. “HTC Wildfire makes the HTC Sense experience available to young mobile users for the first time. It brings all your communications into one place, whether it’s through Facebook, Twitter, text messages, images or email, ensuring that you are never far away from the conversation and always close to your friends.”
HTC Wildfire helps you stay connected with those who are most important to you through HTC Sense, a user experience focused on putting people at the centre by making phones work in a more simple and natural way. You won’t miss out on the fun as HTC’s Friend Stream application seamlessly gathers and displays content from social networks like Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr into one organised stream of updates. HTC Wildfire enables you to stay up to date with your friends’ posts, comments, alerts and photos, wherever you are.
In addition, each contact viewed in HTC Wildfire’s address book includes a thread of recent communications with that person, including when you last spoke, recent text messages and emails, and social network updates. When your friend calls, HTC Caller ID displays their Facebook profile photo and latest social network update, as well as a reminder if their birthday is fast approaching.
Thanks to a new app sharing widget, HTC Wildfire enables you to recommend an application by email, text message or over social networks. Your friends will receive a link allowing them to find the application on the Android Market with a single click and download it to their phone.
Jack Tong continued, “We understand that people need a better way to navigate their way through the tens of thousands of applications that are currently available on the Android Market. In fact, our own independent research found that consumers are not only hungry for the latest and most popular applications that their friends are using, they want an easier way to find and download them. For the first time ever, you can recommend the newest and coolest apps to a friend or group of friends with HTC Wildfire. With so many applications to choose from, there’s a world of content to discover and pass along to your friends.”
HTC’s latest advanced smartphone is great for viewing and sharing photos on Flickr and for surfing the internet thanks to its 3.2-inch capacitive touch screen. A five-megapixel camera with auto focus and LED flash allows you to capture special moments, while a 3.5mm audio jack and micro SD card slot mean you are never without your favourite songs.Notes
*Source: www.facebook.com/press/info.php?statistics. More information is available on request.Pricing & Availability
The new HTC Wildfire will be available this weekend at all authorized resellers in three colours, Phantom Black, Flamenco Red and Pure White at a suggested retail price of $498+.
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06/23/2010Keep Your Friends Close With HTC Wildfire™
Share apps, updates and experiences with the latest social powerhouse from HTC
HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced HTC Wildfire™, a new HTC Sense-based Android phone that integrates the most popular social networks to help bring your friends closer to you. HTC Wildfire closely follows the success of the acclaimed HTC Desire and makes the company’s signature HTC Sense experience accessible to a younger audience.
“Today’s social networks provide an essential forum for friendship with more than 400 million users* - many of whom are young adults - actively sharing their lives with their friends through Facebook,” said Mr. Jack Tong, Vice President, HTC ASIA PACIFIC. “HTC Wildfire makes the HTC Sense experience available to young mobile users. It brings all your communications into one place, whether it’s through Facebook, Twitter, text messages, images or email, ensuring that you are never far away from the conversation and always close to your friends.”
HTC Wildfire helps you stay connected with those who are most important to you through HTC Sense, a user experience focused on putting people at the centre by making phones work in a more simple and natural way. You won’t miss out on the fun as HTC’s Friend Stream application seamlessly gathers and displays content from social networks like Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr into one organised stream of updates. HTC Wildfire enables you to stay up to date with your friends’ posts, comments, alerts and photos, wherever you are.
In addition, each contact viewed in HTC Wildfire’s address book includes a thread of recent communications with that person, including when you last spoke, recent text messages and emails, and social network updates. When your friend calls, HTC Caller ID displays their Facebook profile photo and latest update, as well as a reminder if their birthday is fast approaching.
Thanks to a new app sharing program, HTC Wildfire enables you to recommend an application by email, text message or over social networks. Your friends will receive a link allowing them to find the application on the Android Market with a single click and download it to their phone.
Jack Tong continued, “We understand that people need a better way to navigate their way through the tens of thousands of applications that are currently available on the Android Market. In fact, our own independent research found that consumers are not only hungry for the latest and most popular applications that their friends are using, they want an easier way to find and download them. For the first time ever, you can recommend the newest and coolest apps to a friend or group of friends with HTC Wildfire. With so many applications to choose from, there’s a world of content to discover and pass along to your friends.”
HTC’s latest advanced smartphone is great for viewing and sharing photos on Flickr and for surfing the internet thanks to its 3.2-inch capacitive touch screen. A five-megapixel camera with auto focus and LED flash allows you to capture special moments, while a 3.5mm audio jack and micro SD card slot mean you are never without your favourite songs.
*Source: www.facebook.com/press/info.php?statistics.
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06/16/2010HTC Partners With Synnex To Expand Distribution In Australia
Sydney, Australia – 16 June, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, announced today that it has signed a distributor agreement with Synnex, one of the largest distribution companies in Australia.
The addition of Synnex will expand the distribution support of HTC’s smartphones and wireless solutions to Australian retailers, including credit facilities and account management enabling them to offer improved levels of fulfilment and stock management.
"This strategic alliance with Synnex represents a great enhancement to meet the growing demand for HTC handsets in Australia,“ said Anthony Petts, Sales and Marketing Director ANZ, HTC Corporation. "Synnex’s experience will accelerate further the availability of HTC phones to Australian customers."
"We are very pleased to sign this agreement with HTC today as this marks Synnex’s first move into the distribution of communication devices. Synnex continues to expand its capability in the retail market and offers an unrivalled level of service, logistics and support to its customers. We look forward to helping HTC meet the demand for its products in the Australian market,” said Kee Ong, CEO, Synnex Australia.
The agreement, effective from July 1, positions Synnex as the second distributor in Australia of the power-packed HTC portfolio which caters to users' needs in mobile internet and social networking, with a wide variety of applications for work and leisure.
About HTC
Founded in 1997, HTC Corporation (HTC) is a global leader in mobile phone innovation and design. Since its establishment, HTC has developed strong R&D capabilities, pioneered many new designs and product innovations and launched state-of-the-art mobile phones for mobile operators and distributors in Europe, the US, Asia and around the world. HTC is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile device market. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com.About Synnex Australia
Synnex Australia Pty is one of the largest distribution companies in Australia. It is a significant division of Synnex Technology International Corporation, the largest IT distribution company in the Asia Pacific region and ranked the third largest worldwide.
Synnex Australia services all businesses in the IT industry including SME Resellers, System Integrators, Computer Retailers, Original Equipment Manufacturers, Corporate Retailers and VARs. It also has a growing retail division and has partnerships with all of the key retailers in Australia including Dick Smith, Myer, JB Hi-Fi and Harvey Norman. For more information, please visit: www.synnex.com.au -
06/07/2010HTC Strengthens Software Capabilities With Acquisition Of Abaxia
TAOYUAN TAIWAN – June 7, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today announced it has acquired Paris-based Abaxia, a leader in custom software for mobile operators and handset manufacturers around the world.
“HTC is committed to creating the best possible mobile experience for our customers today, tomorrow and into the future,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “The addition of Abaxia deepen and broaden our software development capabilities so that we can innovate at an even faster pace.”
“HTC and Abaxia have worked closely together in the past and our businesses complement each other well,” said Cedric Mangaud, CEO of Abaxia. “We’re excited to be joining such a significant and emerging mobile brand.”
About Abaxia
Founded in 2001, Abaxia is a leading software developer specializing in mobile solutions that quickly promote and monetize operator and handset manufacturer services on smartphones. For more information about Abaxia, please visit www.abaxia.com.
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com.
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05/27/2010HTC Desire Delivers OutsTanding User Experience
HTC Desire captivates with brilliant display of colours on 3.7 inch AMOLED screen
Malaysia – 27 May, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced HTC Desire in Malaysia. The HTC Desire is the latest Android smartphone that offers the enhanced HTC Sense experience.
“HTC Sense on the new HTC Desire not only delivers one of the most dynamic and personalized user experiences possible, but also one of the easiest ways to interact and integrate social networks into your life,” said Jack Tong, VP of HTC Asia. “It’s the stuff of powerful inspiration.”
Said Jean-Pascal van Overbeke, Maxis’ Chief Operating Officer, “Maxis is pleased to be first to offer the highly anticipated HTC Desire to our customers, to address their needs on a holistic level - ensuring unique access to the latest advancements in device technologies and interfaces in order to enjoy rich contents over best network speeds for mobile data and browsing.”
“The device’s focus on intuitive exploration is very much a reflection of Maxis’ commitment to making it easy and natural to manage every aspect of your life, through technology and service solutions which meet the range of human desires. We are pleased to work together with HTC in enriching our bundled service offerings and adding a new dimension of enjoyment and interpersonal connection to our customers’ lives.”
HTC Desire delivers intense brilliance, sharp contrast, and true colors on the expansive 3.7-inch AMOLED display. The 1 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor makes the phone incredibly responsive while the instinctive HTC Sense experience lets you wield the power of the HTC Desire with the greatest of ease.
HTC SENSE
HTC Sense is a user experience focused on putting people at the centre by making phones work in a more simple and natural way. This experience revolves around three fundamental principles that were developed by observing and listening to how people live and communicate. These core tenets of Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected continue to be the key to the new HTC Sense experience.The new HTC Sense experience continues to focus on improving your interactions with your most important people. This begins with a new HTC application and widget called Friend Stream that seamlessly aggregates all of your social communication including Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr into one organised flow of updates. This simple aggregation makes it easier than ever to focus on what friends are doing as well as to view the images and links that they share. In addition to Friend Stream, people can be organised into specific social circles, such as groups of friends, colleagues or any other way that makes sense.
The new HTC Sense experience also introduces broad improvements to applications including the browser, email client and others. In addition, the new version of HTC Sense includes a new newsreader application and widget, as well as a new seven-screen ‘Leap’ thumbnail view for quick and easy access to specific screens.
Pricing & Availability
To be first to experience the HTC Desire from Maxis, please look for the Maxis-HTC Desire roadshow at Ground level of KLCC from today till 3 June.The new HTC Desire is now available at any of 28 Maxis Centres nationwide and at selected Maxis Exclusive Partners at a subsidised price of RM1499 with contract. The retail units will be available at all authorized resellers at a suggested retail price of RM 2,199.00* from 24th June 2010 onwards.
*All prices are subject to pricing policies of individual operators.
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05/26/2010HTC Unveils The HTC Legend™ On Vodafone And 3 Mobile
Sydney, Australia – 26 May, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced the latest addition to its growing smartphone range – the HTC Legend™. The HTC Legend™ will be available from 3rd June exclusively on Vodafone and 3 mobile.
“HTC Legend™ is the newest addition to our fast-growing Android family of devices that brings a fresh, innovative and unmatched level of personalisation for our users,” said Anthony Petts, Sales and Marketing Director ANZ, HTC Corporation. “This device, launching on Vodafone and 3 mobile, allows users to create and define their own unique mobile experience through HTC’s user interface, HTC Sense. The HTC Legend™ also includes social media integration with Facebook™, HTC Peep for twittering and Friend Stream.”
"Exclusively on Vodafone and 3 we will be bringing customers the HTC Legend at a great price point, with all the benefits of our leading caps plans including unlimited free talk Vodafone to Vodafone or 3 to 3 within Australia. It's a highly anticipated mobile, combining great aesthetics with the evolutionary Android OS. It's a mobile we think our customers will love,” said Ross Parker, General Manager Devices and Pricing, Vodafone Hutchison AustraliaHTC Legend™
Built around a newly enhanced HTC Sense, the HTC Legend™ boasts a unique design with a smooth, continuous surface, machined from a single aluminum block into a seamless compact frame. To complement its looks, the HTC Legend™ includes a stunning 3.2 inch, AMOLED HVGA display, and an optical joystick that is surrounded by a narrow button to make phone navigation even easier.Key Features
• Automatically lowers the ringer volume as soon as the phone is picked up
• Mutes the ringer when the phone is flipped face down
• Backs up certain data and settings to the microSD card automatically, such as SMS/MMS messages, bookmarks, and Wi-Fi passwords
• 3.5 mm stereo audio jack
• Social media integration including Facebook™, HTC Peep for twittering and Friend Stream
• News widget that combines news feeds into a single easy accessible place
• Photo sharing on Facebook, Flickr, and Twitter
• Video sharing on YouTube™
• Enhanced support for Exchange security features such as password protection and remote data wipe
• High fidelity experience with Adobe® Flash® support brings to life the vast video and gaming content of the InternetHTC SENSE
HTC Sense is a user experience focused on putting people at the centre by making phones work in a more simple and natural way. This experience revolves around three fundamental principles that were developed by observing and listening to how people live and communicate. These core tenets of Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected continue to be the key to the new HTC Sense experience.The new HTC Sense experience continues to focus on improving your interactions with your most important people. This begins with a new HTC application and widget called Friend Stream that seamlessly aggregates all of your social communication including Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr into one organised flow of updates. This simple aggregation makes it easier than ever to focus on what friends are doing as well as to view the images and links that they share. In addition to Friend Stream, people can be organised into specific social circles, such as groups of friends, colleagues or any other way that makes sense.
The new HTC Sense experience also introduces broad improvements to applications including the browser, email client and others. In addition, the new version of HTC Sense includes a new newsreader application and widget, as well as a new seven-screen ‘Leap’ thumbnail view for quick and easy access to specific screens.
Availability and Pricing
HTC Legend ™ will be available for $0 upfront on the $49 cap plan, or can be purchased outright for a RRP of $599. It will be available from Vodafone stores and dealers from 3rd June and launch dates to follow soon on 3 mobile.The names of companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.
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05/19/2010HTC launches affordable, easy-to-use Smartphone HTC Smart™ in Middle East
HTC Smart drives new category of broadly targeted smartphones
DUBAI, UAE – May 19, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, has announced the launch of HTC Smart, an affordable and easy-to-use smartphone in the Middle East. The HTC Smart is a new type of smartphone that offers easy-to-use widgets, browsing and connectivity at an affordable price.
HTC Sense
The HTC Smart embodies HTC SenseTM, HTC’s unique design philosophy that focuses the mobile experience on people. The HTC Smart’s compact touch design integrates the pillars of HTC Sense - Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected - to deliver a user-friendly experience. People can customise their own, personal HTC Smart experience using a variety of widgets for quick access to contacts, photos, music, weather and more. People are able to follow their friend’s status updates using HTC Friend Stream, an application that seamlessly aggregates all of social communication including Facebook and Twitter into one organised flow of updates. This simple aggregation makes it easier than ever to focus on what friends are doing as well as the images and links that they share.HTC Smart utilizes Qualcomm’s Brew Mobile Platform™ (Brew MP), a powerful and popular mobile operating system that enables HTC to deliver the HTC Sense experience on more affordable smartphones. By pioneering a new era of mass-market smartphones, Brew MP also provides the HTC Smart with a mass-market opportunity for new applications and services from software developers worldwide.
"Qualcomm’s collaborations with HTC have resulted in some of the most innovative smartphones the market has seen in recent years,” said Paul Jacobs, chief executive officer of Qualcomm Incorporated. “The HTC Smart is a budget-friendly smartphone that delivers a really exciting user experience. We are pleased to be supporting HTC’s move to bring this advanced mobile experience and HTC Sense to the widest possible audience.”
Nikitas Glykas, regional director of HTC South Eastern Europe and the Middle East, said: “With the launch of HTC Smart, we are offering advanced mobile phone experiences in an intuitive handset to a wider consumer segment. We have seen regional demand for phones offering email, web browsing and social networking increase dramatically, which is why we are introducing the HTC Smart.”
Availability
HTC Smart is available in leading electronic stores across the Middle East at a retail price of AED 899.About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
05/14/2010HTC Desire Delivers OutsTanding User Experience
HTC Desire captivates with brilliant display of colours on 3.7 inch capacitive touch screen
Singapore – 14 May, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced HTC Desire in Singapore. The HTC Desire is the latest Android smartphone that offers the enhanced HTC Sense experience.
“HTC Sense on the new HTC Desire not only offers a dynamic and personalized user experience but also delivers one of the richest visual experiences possible,” said Jack Tong, VP of HTC Asia. “It’s the stuff of powerful inspiration.”
HTC Desire delivers intense brilliance, sharp contrast, and true colors on the gorgeous 3.7-inch capacitive touch screen display. The 1 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor makes the phone incredibly responsive while the instinctive HTC Sense experience lets you wield the power of the HTC Desire with the greatest of ease.
HTC SENSE
HTC Sense is a user experience focused on putting people at the centre by making phones work in a more simple and natural way. This experience revolves around three fundamental principles that were developed by observing and listening to how people live and communicate.The new HTC Sense experience continues to focus on improving your interactions with your most important people. This begins with a new HTC application and widget called Friend Stream that seamlessly aggregates all of your social communication including Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr into one organised flow of updates. This simple aggregation makes it easier than ever to focus on what friends are doing as well as to view the images and links that they share. In addition to Friend Stream, people can be organised into specific social circles, such as groups of friends, colleagues or any other way that makes sense.
The new HTC Sense experience also introduces broad improvements to applications including the browser, email client and others. In addition, the new version of HTC Sense includes a new newsreader application and widget, as well as a new seven-screen ‘Leap’ thumbnail view for quick and easy access to specific screens.
Pricing & Availability
The new HTC Desire will be available in end May 2010 at all authorized resellers at a suggested retail price of $898*.
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05/13/2010HTC HD Mini provides HTC HD2 experience in compact design
HTC Sense-based Windows phone launched in Middle East
DUBAI, UAE – May 13, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, has recently introduced in the Middle East the HTC HD mini, an HTC Sense-based Windows Phone focused on delivering the popular experience of the HTC HD2 in a more compact design.
“The demand for the HTC HD2 has exceeded our expectations, and the HTC HD mini fulfills a desire from some customers to bring the capabilities and experience of the HTC HD2 to a more compact design,” said Peter Chou, chief executive officer, HTC Corporation. “The integration of HTC Sense and Windows Phone on HD mini and HD2 gives customers an additional choice for an advanced Windows Mobile phone that is sleek, well crafted and easy to use.”
Nikitas Glykas, regional director of HTC South Eastern Europe and the Middle East, said: "The launch of the HTC HD mini highlights our commitment to meet the needs of customers and satisfy the evolving demands of our target audiences, particularly in high-growth markets such as the Middle East. The HTC HD mini is powerful and versatile in a compact, sleek design with functionalities that have made life much easier for our customers. The unique combination of enhanced applications and user-friendly design will help us strengthen our customer base in the Middle East and build on our reputation as an innovative leader in the region's mobile market."
The HTC HD mini sports a high degree of usability along with its own unique and beautiful design. Precision fasteners used to assemble the phone are externally visible, displaying a high level of craftsmanship rarely found in mobile phones. And the strong design ethos continues under the battery cover where a bright yellow internal structure, offers an unexpected surprise when the phone is opened.
The HTC HD mini utilises HTC Sense, a user experience focused on putting people at the centre by making the phone work in a more simple and natural way. This experience revolves around three fundamental principles that were developed by observing and listening to how people live and communicate. These core tenets of Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected continue to be the key to the new HTC Sense experience.
Like the HTC HD2, the HTC HD mini continues the same focus on people-centric communication with complete Outlook integration. It helps users stay close to important friends and colleagues by providing a single contact view that displays individual communication snapshots of conversations regardless of whether it was a call, text, status update or email. HTC’s Twitter application, HTC Peep, enables users to tweet and follow their twitter stream.
HTC HD mini includes capacitive touch for viewing, zooming and resizing websites, Microsoft Office files, PDF documents and pictures with just a pinch of the fingers. Leveraging its 3G broadband connectivity, the HTC HD mini also offers personal Wi-Fi anywhere for a computer or other devices. The HD mini can also be further enhanced to reflect each user's needs and style by downloading a variety of applications from the Windows Marketplace for Mobile.
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HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the centre of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com -
05/12/2010HTC Sues Apple For Patent Infringement
Complaint outlines five HTC patents infringed by Apple products
Seattle – May 12, 2010 – HTC Corporation today took legal action against Apple Inc., filing a complaint with the United States International Trade Commission (ITC) to halt the importation and sale of the iPhone, iPad and iPod in the United States.
“As the innovator of the original Windows Mobile PocketPC Phone Edition in 2002 and the first Android smartphone in 2008, HTC believes the industry should be driven by healthy competition and innovation that offer consumers the best, most accessible mobile experiences possible,” said Jason Mackenzie, vice president of North America, HTC Corporation. “We are taking this action against Apple to protect our intellectual property, our industry partners, and most importantly our customers that use HTC phones.”
HTC’s commitment to innovation has continued for more than a decade as it has focused on building a portfolio of the world’s most advanced smartphones that are inspired by consumers and provide them with a variety of choices in software, design, form-factor, price and wireless carrier. Today, consumers in the United States can choose between 12 HTC smartphones with the national wireless carriers. HTC has continuously strived to bring innovative smartphone choices to consumers, like the recently unveiled HTC EVO 4G with Sprint, DROID Incredible by HTC with Verizon Wireless and the HTC HD2 with T-Mobile. For more information on HTC’s long-standing commitment to consumers innovation and choice go to: www.htc.com/quietlybrilliant
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
05/11/2010HTC Desire Delivers Outstanding User Experience
1GHz processor and 3.7inch screen bring social networking to life
HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today announced the launch of the highly appreciated HTC Desire in Hong Kong, with CSL Limited being the exclusive operator partner of the model in the market. The HTC Desire is the latest Android smartphone that offers the enhanced HTC Sense experience.
“HTC Sense on the new HTC Desire not only delivers one of the most dynamic and personalized user experiences possible, but also one of the easiest ways to interact and integrate social networks into your life,” said Jack Tong, VP of HTC Asia. “It’s the stuff of powerful inspiration.”
“Being the exclusive service provider for the HTC Desire, 1O1O and one2free are proud to bring together the award-winning, high-performance Next G mobile network with the HTC Desire, the latest Android smartphone that offers the best HTC experience to date. The combination will empower our customers to enjoy the compelling benefits of a dynamic and enriching mobile entertainment and social networking in the Web 2.0 era. This collaboration again is built on our passion and shared commitment to develop the most advanced technology that fulfils the promise of the truly mobile lifestyle,” said Aenil Premji, Chief Marketing Officer, CSL Limited.
HTC Desire is the richest way to visually experience news, friends, photos, favourite places and whatever else is important on a mobile phone. With one of the most advanced displays available on a phone today, HTC Desire is designed with a large 3.7 inch AMOLED WVGA display to enhance and maximise content, whether it is pictures and videos, browsing the Web or checking on friends’ status updates. HTC Desire is powered by a one gigahertz Snapdragon processor and is Adobe Flash 10.1 ready. Thanks to the latest Android 2.1, as well as the ultrafast processor, HTC Desire offers a wide range of live wallpapers for user choices. Besides, the HTC Desire also includes an optical joystick.
HTC Sense
HTC Sense is a user experience focused on putting people at the centre by making phones work in a more simple and natural way. This experience revolves around three fundamental principles that were developed by observing and listening to how people live and communicate. These core tenets of Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected continue to be the key to the new HTC Sense experience.The new HTC Sense experience continues to focus on improving your interactions with your most important people. This begins with a new HTC application and widget called HTC Friend Stream that seamlessly aggregates all of your social communication including Facebook, Twitter, Flickr and Plurk into one organised flow of updates. This simple aggregation makes it easier than ever to focus on what friends are doing as well as to view the images and links that they share. In addition to Friend Stream, people can be organised into specific social circles, such as groups of friends, colleagues or any other way that makes sense.
The new HTC Sense experience also introduces broad improvements to applications including the browser, email client and others. In addition, the new version of HTC Sense includes a new newsreader application and widget, as well as a new seven-screen ‘Leap’ thumbnail view for quick and easy access to specific screens.
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05/11/2010HTC Ushers In The HTC HD mini In India
- Aims to deliver the experience of the HTC HD2 in a compact design
- Powered by the intuitive HTC Sense interface
New Delhi, India, 11 May, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced the HTC HD mini in India, an HTC Sense-based Windows Phone focused on delivering the popular experience of the HTC HD2 in a more compact design.
“The HTC HD mini fulfils a desire from some customers to bring the capabilities and experience of the HTC HD2 to a more compact design,” said Ajay Sharma, Country Head, HTC India. “The integration of HTC Sense and Windows Phone on HD mini and HD2 gives customers an additional choice for an advanced Windows mobile phone that is sleek, well crafted and easy to use.”
Unique Design
The HTC HD mini sports a high degree of usability along with its own unique and beautiful design. Precision fasteners used to assemble the phone are externally visible, displaying a high level of craftsmanship rarely found in mobile phones. And the strong design ethos continues under the battery cover where a bright yellow internal structure, offers an unexpected surprise when the phone is opened.
Featuring HTC Sense
The HTC HD mini utilizes HTC Sense, a user experience focused on putting people at the centre by making the phone work in a more simple and natural way. Like the HTC HD2, the HTC HD mini continues the same focus on people-centric communication. It helps you stay close to the important friends and colleagues in your life by providing a single contact view that displays individual communication snapshots of your conversations, regardless of whether it was a call, text, status update or email. HTC’s Windows-based Twitter application, HTC Peep, enables you to tweet and follow your twitter stream.
HTC HD mini includes capacitive touch for viewing, zooming and resizing websites, Microsoft® Office files, PDF documents and pictures with just a pinch of your fingers. Leveraging its 3G broadband connectivity, the HTC HD mini also offers personal Wi-Fi anywhere for your computer or other devices. The HD mini can also be further enhanced to reflect your needs and style by downloading a variety of applications from the Windows® Marketplace for Mobile.
Pricing & Availability
The new HTC HD mini will be available at a Market Operating Price of Rs. 23,490.00* at all authorized HTC resellers across the country.
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05/05/2010HTC Memperkenalkan Pengalaman HTC Sense™ Pada Ponsel Pintar Android Baru
HTC Legend membawa sistem operasi Android 2.1 ke tingkat yang lebih tinggi dengan HTC Sense
Jakarta, Indonesia – 5 Mei 2010 – HTC Corporation, desainer global untuk ponsel pintar, hari ini memperkenalkan ponsel pintar terbarunya, HTC Legend, yang membawa sistem operasi Android dan pengalaman HTC Sense ke tingkat yang lebih tinggi.
“Pada intinya, telepon selular adalah benda yang paling pribadi yang dapat Anda miliki. HTC Sense diciptakan untuk memperluas kemampuan Anda dalam menciptakan dan menentukan pengalaman mobilitas Anda yang unik," kata Jack Tong, VP HTC Asia. "HTC Legend membawa sistem operasi Android ke tingkat yang lebih tinggi dalam dua substansi, melalui HTC Sense dan desain revolusioner yang dimiliki HTC Legend dengan desain aluminum uni-body. ”
HTC SENSE
HTC Sense adalah adalah fitur yang memfokuskan kepada pengalaman para penggunanya yang mampu menciptakan kinerja ponsel menjadi lebih mudah dan natural. Pengalaman ini berkisar pada tiga prinsip dasar yang dikembangkan dengan mengamati dan mendengarkan bagaimana masyarakat hidup dan berkomunikasi. Tiga prinsip dasar tersebut adalah Make It Mine, Stay Close dan Discover the Unexpected yang terus menjadi kunci dasar dari pengalaman HTC Sense baru.Pengalaman HTC Sense yang baru terfokus dalam meningkatkan kegiatan interaksi Anda dengan orang-orang yang terpenting dalam kehidupan Anda. Dimulai dengan aplikasi baru HTC dan widget yang disebut Friend Stream, yang dengan mudah menyatukan semua komunikasi sosial Anda termasuk Facebook, Twitter, dan Flickr menjadi satu kesatuan yang selalu ter-update secara rapih. Penyatuan sederhana ini memudahkan Anda untuk lebih fokus pada status update teman-teman Anda dan juga untuk melihat gambar dan link yang mereka bagi. Sebagai tambahan untuk Friend Stream, daftar kontak dapat diatur dalam lingkaran sosial tertentu, misalnya kelompok teman-teman, kolega ataupun cara lain.
Pengalaman HTC Sense yang baru juga memperkenalkan berbagai pengembangan untuk aplikasi-aplikasi di dalamnya, termasuk browser, aplikasi email dan lain sebagainya. Selain itu, versi terbaru Sense HTC juga memiliki aplikasi newsreader baru dan widget, serta tampilan baru ‘tujuh-layar’ yang bisa dilihat dalam bentuk thumbnail, untuk pengaksesan layar tertentu dengan mudah dan cepat.
HTC Legend
Dibuat dengan HTC Sense yang lebih disempurnakan, HTC Legend menawarkan desain yang unik dengan permukaan yang halus, yang dihasilkan dari blok alumunium tunggal hingga menjadi bingkai ponsel yang ringkas dan halus. Untuk melengkapi tampilannya, HTC Legend memiliki ukuran layar 3,2 inci yang memukau, dengan AMOLED HVGA. Trackball tradisional juga telah diganti dengan optical joystick, dikelilingi dengan tombol untuk meningkatkan kegunaan tanpa mengganggu desain yang unik.Harga & Ketersediaan
HTC Legend baru akan tersedia pada pertengahan bulan Mei di semua reseller resmi dengan kisaran harga ritel Rp. 5,750,000,-*Paket standar ritel HTC Legend dilengkapi dengan kartu memori 2GB microSD™.*Harga dapat berubah sewaktu-waktu tanpa pemberitahuan terlebih dahulu.
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05/05/2010HTC Smart™ Memberikan Definisi Baru Pada Kategori Ponsel Pintar Untuk Semua Kalangan
Desain HTC Smart yang ringkas dan menyenangkan, dilengkapi dengan HTC Sense akan menarik perhatian dari berbagai lapisan masyarakat di seluruh Dunia
Jakarta, Indonesia – 5 Mei 2010 – HTC Corporation, desainer ponsel pintar global, hari ini meluncurkan HTC Smart™, yang merupakan tipe baru dari ponsel pintar yang memberikan definisi baru pada kategori ponsel pintar yang mudah digunakan, selalu terhubung serta dapat dijangkau oleh seluruh orang di Dunia. HTC Smart akan tersedia musim semi ini di seluruh kawasan Eropa dan Asia.
“HTC selalu memfokuskan diri pada masukan para penggunanya dan menetapkan kategori mobile baru, HTC Smart adalah jawaban kami terhadap permintaan dari pelanggan kami diseluruh dunia yang menginginkan ponsel pintar yang mudah digunakan dan terjangkau.,” kata Peter Chou, chief executive officer, HTC Corporation. “Hanya demgan menambahkan layar sentuh antarmuka tidak menjadikan telepon tersebut ponsel pintar; HTC Sense yang telah ditingkatkan menciptakan pengalaman ponsel pintar yang tak tertandingi bagi mereka yang ingin melakukan lebih banyak lagi dengan ponsel mereka.”
Membawa HTC Sense untuk semua kalangan
HTC Smart dimulai dengan sentuhan desain yang lengkap dan mudah serta mengintegrasikan pengalaman intuitif para pengguna yang terpusat kepada HTC Sense™, sebuah desain filosofis HTC yang menempatkan para penggunanya sebagi pusat perhatian yang difokuskan kepada tiga area utama: Make It Mine, Stay Close dan Discover the Unexpected. HTC Smart memungkinkan kostumisasi pribadi dari pengalaman masing-masing penggunanya. Fitur ini juga memberikan cara yang cepat dan mudah untuk melihat kegiatan teman-teman Anda melalui berbagai jaringan sosial secepat berkomunikasi via telepon, ataupun melalui sms ataupun email.“HTC Smart memberikan gebrakan baru dengan meluncurkan perangkat kuat, dengan fitur-fitur yang diinginkan oleh para pelanggan pada perangkat yang lebih mudah diakses untuk pasar global,” kata Kaneungjit Suriyathumrongkul, Senior Director of Business Development untuk Qualcomm Incorporated. “Kami senang bisa mendukung HTC karena mereka memaksimalkan kemampuan dari sistem operasi Qualcomm Brew MP yang menawarkan kemampuan tingkat tinggi dengan pengalaman penggunaan mobilitas yang menarik, yang dijual dengan harga pasar yang terjangkau.”
Qualcomm Brew Mobile Platform (Brew MP)
HTC Smart menggunakan Brew® Mobile Platform (Brew MP™) dari Qualcomm, sistem operasi ponsel yang memungkinkan perangkat ponsel pintar ditawarkan dengan harga yang lebih kompetitif, sehingga HTC dapat lebih fleksibel dalam meluncurkan fitur-fitur ponsel pintar untuk beberapa tingkatan.Harga & Ketersediaan
HTC Smart akan tersedia pada akhir bulan Mei di semua reseller resmi dengan kisaran harga ritel Rp. 2,250,000,-*.*Harga dapat berubah sewaktu-waktu tanpa pemberitahuan terlebih dahulu.
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05/05/2010HTC HD mini Memberikan Pengalaman HTC HD2™ Dalam Desain Yang Lebih Ringkas
Jakarta, Indonesia – 5 Mei 2010 – HTC Corporation, desainer global ponsel pintar, hari ini memperkenalkan HTC HD mini, sebuah Windows Phone berbasis HTC Sense yang difokuskan untuk memberikan pengalaman dari HTC HD2 dalam desain yang lebih ringkas.
“Permintaan akan HTC HD2 telah melebihi harapan kami, dan HTC HD mini berhasil memenuhi keinginan dari beberapa pelanggan untuk membawa kemampuan dan pengalaman HTC HD2 dalam desain yang lebih ringkas," kata Jack Tong, VP HTC Asia. " ponsel pintar integrasi antara HTC Sense dan sistem operasi Windows Mobile di ponsel pintar HD2 dan HD mini, dengan desain yang menarik, ramping dan mudah digunakan, memberikan pilihan tambahan kepada para pengguna Windows phone.
HTC HD mini menunjukan tingkat kegunaan yang tinggi dengan desainnya yang unik dan indah. Alat pengencang yang presisi,yang digunakan dalam perakitan ponsel ini, dapat terlihat secara kasat mata dan menunjukan hasil pengerjaan kualitas tertinggi yang jarang ditemui pada ponsel-ponsel lainnya. Dan kesan desain yang kuat menjalar terus hingga ke bawah penutup baterai dimana struktur internal berwarna kuning cerah, menawarkan kejutan tak terduga ketika ponsel dibuka.
HTC HD mini mempergunakan teknologi HTC Sense, fitur yang memfokuskan kepada pengalaman para penggunanya yang mampu menciptakan kinerja ponsel menjadi lebih mudah dan natural. Pengalaman ini berkisar pada tiga prinsip dasar yang dikembangkan dengan mengamati dan mendengarkan tentang bagaimana masyarakat hidup dan berkomunikasi. Tiga prinsip dasar tersebut adalah Make It Mine, Stay Close dan Discover the Unexpected yang terus menjadi kunci dasar dari pengalaman HTC Sense baru.
Seperti halnya HTC HD2, HTC HD mini tetap fokus kepada people-centric communication dengan Outlook yang terintegrasi secara lengkap. Hal ini membantu Anda unutk tetap dekat dengan teman-teman dan kolega penting dalam hidup Anda, dengan menyediakan single contact view yang menampilkan snapshot komunikasi individual dari percakapan Anda tanpa membedakan apakah itu panggilan, teks, status update atau email. Aplikasi Twitter di ponsel HTC yang Windows, HTC Peep, memungkinkan Anda untuk men-tweet dan mengikuti aliran twitter Anda.
HTC HD mini juga memiliki layar sentuh kapasitif untuk melihat, memperbesar dan menyesuaikan ukuran tampilan jaringan-jaringan situs, file Microsoft® Office, Dokumen PDF dan gambar-gambar hanya dengan sentuhan ringan jari Anda. Dengan memanfaatkan konektivitas broadband 3G nya, HTC HD mini juga menawarkan Wi-Fi pribadi dimana saja untuk komputer Anda ataupun perangkat yang lain. Kemampuan HD mini juga dapat lebih ditingkatkan untuk mencerminkan kebutuhan dan gaya Anda dengan mengunduh berbagai aplikasi dari Windows ® Marketplace untuk Mobile.
Harga & Ketersediaan
HTC HD mini baru akan tersedia pada pertengahan bulan Mei di semua reseller resmi dengan kisaran harga ritel Rp. 5,150,000,-*. Paket standar ritel HTC HD mini dilengkapi dengan kartu memori 2GB microSD™
*Harga dapat berubah sewaktu-waktu tanpa pemberitahuan terlebih dahulu. -
04/30/2010Update: GPS Function Enabled On HTC Desire In Australia
HTC and Telstra have been working together to develop a software update that will correct the issue. This update will be available to customers this evening, Friday 30th April (AEST).
The software update will be available in two forms:
1. Firmwareover the air (FOTA). A notification will appear on the Telstra variant HTC Desire smartphones advising the customer an update is available. Customers can then choose to install this update over their mobile network or over Wi-Fi (it is recommended that customers travelling outside Australia use a Wi-Fi hotspot). The update will be unmetered for Telstra customers who download the update via the Next G™ network in Australia. Customers will receive step-by-step installation instructions with the notification.
2. Software download from the htc.com/au website. This software download will contain the complete updated software package (also known as the ROM) for the device. The package size is around 150MB and should be downloaded to a PC before being installed onto the HTC Desire via the bundled USB cable. Please note this method will erase any data stored on the device which cannot be reclaimed once new software is installed. Customers are strongly advised to back up all data on the device’s removable memory cards before installing new software as files stored on the device’s removable memory card will not be affected.
The software update also introduces an additional feature to the HTC Desire – voice search. Voice search allows customers to use voice commands to find information on the internet more quickly. The voice search feature is integrated within the search functions on the device and can be activated by pressing the microphone button next to the search box.
Customers can contact HTC if they have any further queries at http://www.htc.com/au/help/
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04/29/2010HTC Unveils Enhanced HTC Sense™ Experience On New Android Smartphone
HTC Legend takes Android 2.1 to a new level with HTC Sense
Manila, Philippines – 29 April 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced an enhanced HTC Sense experience that will be available on its latest addition of smartphones that take Android to the next level, the HTC Legend.
“At its essence, the mobile phone is the most personal item you have in your possession. HTC Sense was created to magnify your ability to create and define your own unique mobile experience,” said Jack Tong, VP of HTC Asia. “HTC Legend takes Android to another level in both substance with HTC Sense and style with HTC Legend’s revolutionary crafted aluminum uni-body design.”
HTC SENSE
HTC Sense is a user experience focused on putting people at the centre by making phones work in a more simple and natural way. This experience revolves around three fundamental principles that were developed by observing and listening to how people live and communicate. These core tenets of Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected continue to be the key to the new HTC Sense experience.The new HTC Sense experience continues to focus on improving your interactions with your most important people. This begins with a new HTC application and widget called Friend Stream that seamlessly aggregates all of your social communication including Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr into one organised flow of updates. This simple aggregation makes it easier than ever to focus on what friends are doing as well as to view the images and links that they share. In addition to Friend Stream, people can be organised into specific social circles, such as groups of friends, colleagues or any other way that makes sense.
The new HTC Sense experience also introduces broad improvements to applications including the browser, email client and others. In addition, the new version of HTC Sense includes a new newsreader application and widget, as well as a new seven-screen ‘Leap’ thumbnail view for quick and easy access to specific screens.
HTC Legend
Built around a newly enhanced HTC Sense, the HTC Legend boasts a unique design with a smooth, continuous surface, machined from a single aluminum block into a seamless compact frame. To complement its looks, the HTC Legend includes a stunning 3.2 inch, AMOLED HVGA display. The traditional trackball has also been replaced with an optical joystick, surrounded by a narrow button to improve usability without interrupting its unique design.Pricing & Availability
The new HTC Legend is now available at all authorized resellers at a suggested retail price of Php 31,700*. Standard retail HTC Legend package will come with a 2GB microSD™ card.
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04/29/2010HTC Smart™ Defines A New Category Of Smartphone For The Masses
HTC Smart’s friendly compact design and integration of HTC Sense will
appeal to a broad range of people all over the worldManila, Philippines – 29 April 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global smartphone designer, today unveiled HTC Smart™, a new type of smartphone that creates a new category of easy-to-use, connected smartphones that are accessible by people all over the world. The HTC Smart will be available this spring across Europe and Asia.
“HTC has always focused on listening to customers and setting the stage for new mobile categories and HTC Smart is the response to customer demand around the world for an easier-to-use, affordable smartphone,” said Peter Chou, chief executive officer, HTC Corporation. “Just adding a touch interface doesn’t mean a phone is a smartphone; The enhanced HTC Sense brings an unparalleled smartphone experience for people looking to do more on their phone.”
Bringing HTC Sense To The Masses
HTC Smart begins with a friendly compact touch design and integrates an intuitive user experience that is centered around HTC Sense™, an HTC design philosophy that puts people at the center by focusing on three core areas: Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected. HTC Smart enables personal customization of each person’s own phone experience. It also provides a quick and easy way to see what friends are up to via various social networks as well as quickly communicating over the phone, through text messaging or email.“HTC Smart breaks new ground in delivering the powerful, in-demand smartphone features that consumers want on a more accessible device for global markets,” said Kaneungjit Suriyathumrongkul, senior director of business development for Qualcomm Incorporated. “We are pleased to be supporting HTC as they utilize the capabilities of Qualcomm’s distinctive Brew MP operating system to offer high-end capabilities and a compelling mobile user experience at mass-market price points.”
Qualcomm Brew Mobile Platform (Brew MP)
HTC Smart utilizes Qualcomm’s Brew® Mobile Platform (Brew MP™), a popular mobile operating system that enables smartphone devices to be offered at more aggressive price points, providing HTC with the flexibility to deliver smartphone features on devices across multiple tiers.Pricing & Availability
The new HTC Smart will be available from mid May at all authorized resellers at a suggested retail price of Php12,900*.
*All prices are subject to pricing policies of individual operators. -
04/29/2010HTC HD mini Provides HTC HD2™
Manila, Philippines – 29 April 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced the HTC HD mini, an HTC Sense-based Windows Phone focused on delivering the popular experience of the HTC HD2 in a more compact design.
“The demand for the HTC HD2 has exceeded our expectations, and the HTC HD mini fulfills a desire from some customers to bring the capabilities and experience of the HTC HD2 to a more compact design,” said Jack Tong, VP of HTC Asia. “The integration of HTC Sense and Windows Phone on HD mini and HD2 gives customers an additional choice for an advanced Windows Mobile phone that is sleek, well crafted and easy to use.”
The HTC HD mini sports a high degree of usability along with its own unique and beautiful design. Precision fasteners used to assemble the phone are externally visible, displaying a high level of craftsmanship rarely found in mobile phones. And the strong design ethos continues under the battery cover where a bright yellow internal structure, offers an unexpected surprise when the phone is opened.
The HTC HD mini utilizes HTC Sense, a user experience focused on putting people at the centre by making the phone work in a more simple and natural way. This experience revolves around three fundamental principles that were developed by observing and listening to how people live and communicate. These core tenets of Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected continue to be the key to the new HTC Sense experience.
Like the HTC HD2, the HTC HD mini continues the same focus on people-centric communication with complete Outlook integration. It helps you stay close to the important friends and colleagues in your life by providing a single contact view that displays individual communication snapshots of your conversations regardless of whether it was a call, text, status update or email. HTC’s Windows-based Twitter application, HTC Peep, enables you to tweet and follow your twitter stream.
HTC HD mini includes capacitive touch for viewing, zooming and resizing websites, Microsoft® Office files, PDF documents and pictures with just a pinch of your fingers. Leveraging its 3G broadband connectivity, the HTC HD mini also offers personal Wi-Fi anywhere for your computer or other devices. The HD mini can also be further enhanced to reflect your needs and style by downloading a variety of applications from the Windows® Marketplace for Mobile.
Pricing & Availability
The new HTC HD mini will be available from mid May at all authorized resellers at a suggested retail price of Php29,200*. Standard retail HTC HD mini package will come with a 2GB microSD™ card.
*All prices are subject to pricing policies of individual operators. -
04/25/2010Regarding GPS Function On The HTC Desire In Australia
HTC and Telstra have been made aware of an issue relating to the GPS function on the HTC Desire smartphone in Australia.
After investigating customer reports we have found that the software for this feature is set up incorrectly. The device’s GPS hardware is not affected and will operate once a minor software update is made.
HTC and Telstra are working closely to resolve this issue as a matter of urgency and aim to rectify this issue in the shortest possible timeframe. Currently, we are working to develop, test and introduce a software update and will continue to update customers on our progress on a regular basis until this has been resolved.
We are committed to ensuring excellent quality and user experience for all our customers, and we regret any inconvenience caused to our customers. -
04/15/2010HTC Smart Defines A New Category Of Smartphone For The Masses
HTC Smart’s friendly compact design and integration of HTC Sense will appeal to a broad range of people all over the world
HTC Corporation, a global smartphone designer, today unveiled HTC Smart™, a new smartphone that creates a new category of easy-to-use, connected smartphones that are accessible by the masses.
“HTC has always focused on listening to customers and setting the stage for new mobile categories and HTC Smart is the response to customer demand around the world for an easier-to-use, affordable smartphone,” said Peter Chou, chief executive officer, HTC Corporation. “Just adding a touch interface doesn’t mean a phone is a smartphone; the enhanced HTC Sense brings an unparalleled smartphone experience for people looking to do more on their phone.”
HTC Smart utilizes Qualcomm’s Brew® Mobile Platform (Brew MP™), a popular mobile operating system that enables smartphone devices to be offered at more aggressive price points, providing HTC with the flexibility to deliver smartphone features on devices across multiple tiers.
“HTC Smart breaks new ground in delivering the powerful, in-demand smartphone features that consumers want on a more accessible device for global markets,” said Paul Jacobs, chief executive officer, Qualcomm Incorporated. “We are pleased to be supporting HTC as they utilize the capabilities of Qualcomm’s Brew Mobile Platform open operating system to offer high-end capabilities and a compelling mobile user experience at mass-market price points.”
Given of HTC Smart’s simple operation and design, it only requires easy steps to bring up the camera, text and other common applications. Besides simplicity, HTC Smart also equipped with the powerful 3G function and seamless touch experience at an affordable price. Therefore, HTC Smart undoubtedly becomes the first choice that come to mind when consumers looking for a smartphone.
Bringing HTC Sense to the Masses
HTC Smart begins with a friendly compact touch design and integrates an intuitive user experience that is centered around HTC Sense™, an HTC design philosophy that puts people at the center by focusing on three core areas: Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected. HTC Smart enables personal customization of each person’s own phone experience. It also provides a quick and easy way to see what friends are up to via various social networks as well as quickly communicating over the phone, through text messaging or email.
HTC Friend Stream
The new HTC Friend Stream comprise of Facebook and Twitter, keeping user to be on track of friends’ latest updates and sharing. HTC Friend Stream, a new application developed by HTC, is designed to seamlessly integrate updates of all social network sites. Friends’ latest news will be updated in anytime and anywhere.
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04/14/2010HTC Tattoo™ Brings Android to All
HTC Tattoo embodies three core principles of HTC Sense: Make it Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected
DUBAI, UAE – April 14, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, has recently introduced in the Middle East the HTC Tattoo™, an Android-based phone that brings broad personalisation to the masses. With its distinct design and ability to personalise all aspects of the phone, from its hardware to its applications and content, people are able to express themselves and create their own individual mobile experience.
HTC Tattoo has been equipped with new features and applications that support the business and social networking activities of mobile users. Dedicated buttons have been incorporated into the design to easily access and sift through popular online sites such as Facebook, and Twitter.
"Mobile users in the Middle East are increasingly looking for customised functionalities and value-added features. The Tattoo, which is equipped with HTC Sense, makes it all possible for customers to have a truly enjoyable, satisfying and personalised mobile experience. This new innovation represents HTC's firm commitment to respond to the emerging demands of our clients, particularly here in the Middle East where HTC's diverse range of powerful mobile solutions have been warmly received over the years," said Nikitas Glykas, Regional Director of HTC South Eastern Europe and the Middle East.
Peter Chou, Chief Executive Officer, HTC Corporation, said: “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. The HTC Tattoo ensures that you can create the most engaging and appropriate mobile experience through simple yet powerful personalization.”
HTC Tattoo is the first Android-powered phone in the region to embody HTC Sense, a mobile experience focused on putting people at the centre by making the phone work in a more simple and natural way. Designed by listening and observing how people live and communicate, HTC Sense revolves around three fundamental principles: 'Make it Mine', 'Stay Close' and 'Discover the Unexpected'.
With HTC Tattoo, mobile users stay close to the important people in their lives by integrating communications tools and applications including voice calls, emails, texts, photos and status updates into one consolidated view, providing innovative and fun phone experiences.
Customization is the key word that one would associate with the HTC Tattoo as the phone enables users to customise the screen to perfectly complement their current activity. For example, in the office, the user may opt for a sober wallpaper that features the usual applications such as contacts, time, date, email, calculator and other similar applications that would be used in an office environment. However, while driving, users can select the screen which gives them faster access to GPS and contacts, and likewise while commuting via public transport; users can opt for the screen that features applications such as music, SMS, games, internet and social networking websites.
The HTC Tattoo also features a stylish, small and compact design, fitting snugly into the user's hand or pocket. People are also able to design and purchase their own unique covers or search and select from popular cover designs, allowing them to alter the look of the phone to reflect their mood or individual tastes. For instance, companies can go for the corporate themed covers wherein they can have the company logo placed on them, while the youth or family themed covers can have pictures of friends or family members.
HTC Tattoo integrates Google’s innovative mobile services including Google Maps, Search, Google Mail, and many more applications that run on the Android operating system localized for the Arabic users. It also comes complete with a broad variety of hardware features including a 3.2 megapixel camera, 3.5mm stereo headset jack and expandable microSD memory.
HTC Tattoo is available in the UAE at leading electronic stores such as Carrefour, Sharaf DG, Jumbo, Jacky’s, I2/Compu me /Virgin Megastores, Plug-ins and eMax at a retail price of AED 1,599 and AED 1,699 (inclusive of a colour cover and a voucher for cover customization).
- ends -About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry and continues to pioneer industry-leading mobile experiences through design, usability and innovation that is sparked by how the mobile phone can improve how people live and communicate. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
04/13/2010HTC Unveils Enhanced HTC Sense™ Experience On New Android Smartphone
HTC Legend takes Android 2.1 to a new level with HTC Sense
Malaysia – 13 April, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced an enhanced HTC Sense experience that will be available on its latest addition of smartphones that take Android to the next level, the HTC Legend.
“At its essence, the mobile phone is the most personal item you have in your possession. HTC Sense was created to magnify your ability to create and define your own unique mobile experience,” said Jack Tong, VP of HTC Asia. “HTC Legend takes Android to another level in both substance with HTC Sense and style with HTC Legend’s revolutionary crafted aluminum uni-body design.”
HTC SENSE
HTC Sense is a user experience focused on putting people at the centre by making phones work in a more simple and natural way. This experience revolves around three fundamental principles that were developed by observing and listening to how people live and communicate. These core tenets of Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected continue to be the key to the new HTC Sense experience.The new HTC Sense experience continues to focus on improving your interactions with your most important people. This begins with a new HTC application and widget called Friend Stream that seamlessly aggregates all of your social communication including Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr into one organized flow of updates. This simple aggregation makes it easier than ever to focus on what friends are doing as well as to view the images and links that they share. In addition to Friend Stream, people can be organized into specific social circles, such as groups of friends, colleagues or any other way that makes sense.
The new HTC Sense experience also introduces broad improvements to applications including the browser, email client and others. In addition, the new version of HTC Sense includes a new newsreader application and widget, as well as a new seven-screen ‘Leap’ thumbnail view for quick and easy access to specific screens.
HTC Legend
Built around a newly enhanced HTC Sense, the HTC Legend boasts a unique design with a smooth, continuous surface, machined from a single aluminum block into a seamless compact frame. To complement its looks, the HTC Legend includes a stunning 3.2 inch, AMOLED HVGA display. The traditional trackball has also been replaced with an optical joystick, surrounded by a narrow button to improve usability without interrupting its unique design.Pricing & Availability
The new HTC Legend is now available at all authorized resellers at a suggested retail price of RM 1,999*. Standard retail HTC Legend package will come with a 2GB microSD™ card.
*All prices are subject to pricing policies of individual operators. -
04/13/2010HTC Appoints Singing Sensation, Andrew Tan As Ambassador For Latest HTC Smart Handheld
Malaysian celebrity singer joins HTC as the latest ambassador
for the HTC Smart in an effort to reach out to the youth communityMalaysia – 13 April, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile phone innovation and design, is proud to welcome Andrew Tan, a fast rising multi-talented artiste, as the ambassador to the HTC Smart in Malaysia. Joining forces with HTC, Andrew aspires to help HTC reach out to the youth community through his music and efforts.
“HTC is renowned for its sleek and sophisticated smart handhelds. To be a part of this Innovation is truly an honor for me,” said the boyish-looking Tan. “I have to say that the HTC Smart is indeed perfect for me due to its wide range of easy-to-use features which complements my hectic lifestyle. Best of all, this handheld is targeted towards the younger community, giving them an affordable way to experience the wonders and functions of a smart phone.”
Tan first shot to fame in Malaysia when he entered the “Astro Talent Quest 2006” one of the biggest and most prestigious Chinese singing competitions in Malaysia. As the first runner-up in the competition, his versatile talents and charisma were unforgettable, launching Tan into the entertainment spotlight. Since then, he has gone on to win local and international awards for his singing talents while adding to his repertoire of skills with stints in TV hosting and music video directing.
“With Andrew’s talents and appeal, we are glad to have him on board with us as an ambassador of the HTC Smart,” said Mr. SK Wong, Country Manager of HTC Malaysia. “In many ways, his passion and dedication towards his art reflects the philosophy we have at HTC in developing innovative handhelds.”
The HTC Smart is the first innovative handheld from HTC that comes incorporated with the revolutionary Brew® Mobile platform. With a 2.8” inch QVGA touch screen, this compact phone also boasts functions such as HSDPA and a 3.0 megapixel camera with flash. Targeted towards the youth community, the HTC Smart with HTC Sense is ready to provide a unique user experience for all.
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04/13/2010HTC Smart Defines A New Category Of Smartphones For The Masses
HTC Smart’s friendly compact design and integration of HTC Sense will appeal to a broad range of people all over the world
Malaysia – 13 April, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global smartphone designer, today unveiled HTC Smart, a new type of smartphone that creates a new category of easy-to-use, connected smartphones that are accessible by people all over the world. The HTC Smart will be available this spring across Europe and Asia.
“HTC has always focused on listening to customers and setting the stage for new mobile categories and HTC Smart is the response to customer demand around the world for an easier-to-use, affordable smartphone,” said Peter Chou, chief executive officer, HTC Corporation. “Just adding a touch interface doesn’t mean a phone is a smartphone; The enhanced HTC Sense brings an unparalleled smartphone experience for people looking to do more on their phone.”
Bringing HTC Sense To The Masses
HTC Smart begins with a friendly compact touch design and integrates an intuitive user experience that is centered around HTC Sense™, an HTC design philosophy that puts people at the center by focusing on three core areas: Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected. HTC Smart enables personal customization of each person’s own phone experience. It also provides a quick and easy way to see what friends are up to via various social networks as well as quickly communicating over the phone, through text messaging or email.“HTC Smart breaks new ground in delivering the powerful, in-demand smartphone features that consumers want on a more accessible device for global markets,” said Paul Jacobs, chief executive officer, Qualcomm Incorporated. “We are pleased to be supporting HTC as they utilize the capabilities of Qualcomm’s Brew Mobile Platform open operating system to offer high-end capabilities and a compelling mobile user experience at mass-market price points.”
Qualcomm Brew Mobile Platform (Brew MP)
HTC Smart utilizes Qualcomm’s Brew MP, a popular mobile operating system that enables smartphone devices to be offered at more aggressive price points, providing HTC with the flexibility to deliver smartphone features on devices across multiple tiers.Pricing & Availability
The new HTC Smart will be available in three colours – Black, Pink and White from end April at all authorized resellers at a suggested retail price of RM 799*.
*All prices are subject to pricing policies of individual operators. -
04/13/2010HTC HD mini Provides HTC HD2™ Experience In Compact Design
Malaysia – 13 April, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced the HTC HD mini, an HTC Sense-based Windows Phone focused on delivering the popular experience of the HTC HD2 in a more compact design.
“The demand for the HTC HD2 has exceeded our expectations, and the HTC HD mini fulfills a desire from some customers to bring the capabilities and experience of the HTC HD2 to a more compact design,” said Jack Tong, VP of HTC Asia. “The integration of HTC Sense and Windows Phone on HD mini and HD2 gives customers an additional choice for an advanced Windows Mobile phone that is sleek, well crafted and easy to use.”
The HTC HD mini sports a high degree of usability along with its own unique and beautiful design. Precision fasteners used to assemble the phone are externally visible, displaying a high level of craftsmanship rarely found in mobile phones. And the strong design ethos continues under the battery cover where a bright yellow internal structure, offers an unexpected surprise when the phone is opened.
The HTC HD mini utilizes HTC Sense, a user experience focused on putting people at the centre by making the phone work in a more simple and natural way. This experience revolves around three fundamental principles that were developed by observing and listening to how people live and communicate. These core tenets of Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected continue to be the key to the new HTC Sense experience.
Like the HTC HD2, the HTC HD mini continues the same focus on people-centric communication with complete Outlook integration. It helps you stay close to the important friends and colleagues in your life by providing a single contact view that displays individual communication snapshots of your conversations regardless of whether it was a call, text, status update or email. HTC’s Windows-based Twitter application, HTC Peep, enables you to tweet and follow your twitter stream.
HTC HD mini includes capacitive touch for viewing, zooming and resizing websites, Microsoft® Office files, PDF documents and pictures with just a pinch of your fingers. Leveraging its 3G broadband connectivity, the HTC HD mini also offers personal Wi-Fi anywhere for your computer or other devices. The HD mini can also be further enhanced to reflect your needs and style by downloading a variety of applications from the Windows® Marketplace for Mobile.
Pricing & Availability
The new HTC HD mini is now available at all authorized resellers at a suggested retail price of RM 1,799*. Standard retail HTC HD mini package will come with a 2GB microSD™ card.
*All prices are subject to pricing policies of individual operators. -
04/07/2010HTC Smart Defines A New Category Of Smartphones For The Masses
HTC Smart’s friendly compact design and integration of HTC Sense will appeal to a broad range of people all over the world
Singapore – 7 April 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global smartphone designer, today unveiled HTC Smart, a new type of smartphone that creates a new category of easy-to-use, connected smartphones that are accessible by people all over the world. The HTC Smart will be available this spring across Europe and Asia.
“HTC has always focused on listening to customers and setting the stage for new mobile categories and HTC Smart is the response to customer demand around the world for an easier-to-use, affordable smartphone,” said Peter Chou, chief executive officer, HTC Corporation. “Just adding a touch interface doesn’t mean a phone is a smartphone; the enhanced HTC Sense brings an unparalleled smartphone experience for people looking to do more on their phone.”
Bringing HTC Sense To The Masses
HTC Smart begins with a friendly compact touch design and integrates an intuitive user experience that is centered around HTC Sense™, an HTC design philosophy that puts people at the center by focusing on three core areas: Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected. HTC Smart enables personal customization of each person’s own phone experience. It also provides a quick and easy way to see what friends are up to via various social networks as well as quickly communicating over the phone, through text messaging or email.“HTC Smart breaks new ground in delivering the powerful, in-demand smartphone features that consumers want on a more accessible device for global markets,” said Paul Jacobs, chief executive officer, Qualcomm Incorporated. “We are pleased to be supporting HTC as they utilize the capabilities of Qualcomm’s Brew Mobile Platform open operating system to offer high-end capabilities and a compelling mobile user experience at mass-market price points.”
Qualcomm Brew Mobile Platform (Brew MP)
HTC Smart utilizes Qualcomm’s Brew MP, a popular mobile operating system that enables smartphone devices to be offered at more aggressive price points, providing HTC with the flexibility to deliver smartphone features on devices across multiple tiers.Pricing & Availability
The new HTC Smart will be available in three colours – Black, White and Pink* from end April at all authorized resellers at a suggested retail price of S$358**.
*Exclusive to mobile operators.
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04/02/2010HTC Continues Global Drive With Ground-Breaking Of Taipei Headquarters Facility
Taipei, Taiwan – April 2, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global smartphone designer, today held a ground-breaking ceremony for its new Taipei headquarters. The event was jointly hosted by HTC Chairman Cher Wang and Chief Executive Officer Peter Chou. Among the guests were several government officials, including Premier Wu Den-yih and Governor of Taipei County Chou Hsi-wei, as well as industry leaders.
“Innovation has always been a core value of HTC since it was founded in 1997. I am very pleased to see HTC grow into a leading global brand,” said Premier Wu Den-yih at the ceremony. “HTC’s brand development and global visibility together with its focus on people are key factors in realizing HTC’s unique brand commitment. I look forward to seeing HTC create more innovation opportunities for our local youth while continuing to market Taiwan to the world.”
“As Taiwanese citizens, we are very proud that HTC has become a global leader in smartphones. We truly believe that with HTC’s new Taipei headquarters located in Taipei County will continue our reputation as a country of innovation and further our goal for future development,” said Governor of Taipei County Chou Hsi-wei.
“Through HTC’s cutting-edge innovation and our continued focus on listening to customers, we’ve established ourselves as a global smartphone leader,” said HTC Chairman Cher Wang. “Providing a venue for young people to contribute innovation will be a key component of our success in the global market.”
“As HTC has grown globally in the smartphone industry, we thought it was the appropriate time to build our new headquarters in Taipei that fully represented our unique spirit, value and brand,” said Peter Chou, Chief Executive Officer, HTC Corporation. “A key to our future growth and success will be our ability to provide local opportunities for the nation’s most innovative young minds. The establishment of the HTC Taipei headquarters is significant in opening the door to a bright future.”
“As an important global partner, Qualcomm Incorporated has worked with HTC along the way,” Dr. Paul E. Jacobs, Chairman and CEO of Qualcomm said. “HTC’s new headquarters expands their operations and investment in R&D and further illustrates the realization of a vision which they have long shared with Qualcomm for a converged mobile communications future based on innovation. Together, HTC and Qualcomm are igniting the next mobile revolution which is dramatically changing the way businesses operate and communities and individuals connect, communicate, and grow.”
Andy Rubin, VP of Engineering, Google, remarked; "HTC's continued investment in R&D demonstrates their commitment to innovation in a highly competitive market.”“I truly admire HTC’s dedication to smartphone research and development. We all know that it is never easy for local companies to develop self-owned brands in the international market,” said Yulon Group Chairman Kenneth KT Yen. “We are so proud of HTC and it has set an example for us. They have come a long way and tasted the fruit of success. The Yulon Group will be following the steps of HTC striving to secure its position on the international stage.”
John Kalkman, Vice President, OEM Engineering & Services, Microsoft Corporation, remarked; ”We are pleased to be a part of the efforts driving HTC’s achievements in the wireless communications space. HTC has been an important strategic partner since it was established. We are looking forward to cooperating with HTC on delivering additional Windows Phone devices to global consumers in the near future.”
“Taiwan has the highest mobile phone penetration rate in the world, resulting in strong market competition. HTC is dedicated to meeting consumer needs with the design and development of innovative mobile devices. Because of this dedication, HTC has maintained its leading position in the industry,” said CHT Chairman Lu Shyue-ching. “As a long-term strategic partner that has worked closely with HTC in Taiwan, we have had many successes and have won wide recognition in telecommunication and mobile phone industries. We look forward to future collaboration opportunities and continuing the win-win partnership between HTC and CHT.”
Harvey Chang, President and Chief Executive Officer of Taiwan Cellular Corp, also offered congratulations. “HTC is known for its best-in-class innovation, research and development. It is committed to its hometown market as well as global markets,” he said. “I look forward to seeing HTC guide Taiwan’s telecommunication industry toward a brighter future and providing our customers with the best mobile experience possible.”
The HTC Taipei Headquarters building is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2011 with a total floor space of 25,900 pings, 17 floors on the ground and five floors under the ground, among them 11 will be taken by research and development team. The building will be able to accommodate up to 2,200 employees. To create a pleasant and healthy work environment for employees there will be one floor reserved as multi-functional space for a cafeteria, gym, and relaxation area.
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The five floors under the ground will all be used as parking spaces. The allocation plan for the 17 floors on the ground is as follows: the HTC Foundation on the 2nd and 3rd floor; R&D offices on the 4th to 8th and 11th to 16th floors; Employee gym on the 10th floor, multi-purpose assembly hall on the 17th floor.About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry and continues to pioneer industry-leading mobile experiences through design, usability and innovation that are sparked by how the mobile phone can improve how people live and communicate. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
03/31/2010HTC-sponsored Team FJ gear up for impressive performance at Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge 2010
FIA & FIM Cross Country qualifier event marks 20th edition
March 31, 2010
HTC Corporation, a leading global designer of smartphones, will act as major sponsor of Team FJ, which is keen to better its fifth place overall position at the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge (ADDC) 2010 running from March 27 to April 1, 2010. Team FJ, made up of UAE-based expatriate duo Dave Mabbs and co-driver Xavier Caminada, is taking part in their second ADDC, having come fifth last year in their purpose-built Toyota FJ Cruiser. Apart from sponsoring Team FJ, HTC will reward top-performing drivers in the rally with a special phone under a ‘Spirit of the Rally Award’.
“Having a strong backing from companies such as HTC goes a long way in helping us better prepare for important races like the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge. We are very confident about building on our impressive performance achieved last year, and we certainly have an exceptional vehicle and a team that can ensure success this time as well,” said Team FJ’s Dave Mabbs.
“Last year we sponsored Team FJ in the Saudi leg of the FIA and FIM cross country races in support of activities that highlight the Middle East’s growing popularity as an events destination. This time we are backing Team FJ in the Abu Dhabi rally, where we strongly believe they will put in a winning performance. HTC is also especially excited to support the Abu Dhabi rally by sponsoring the ‘Spirit of the Rally Award’ as this emirate has become a favorite venue for international motor races and other sporting events. Our participation in the Challenge is also our own way of highlighting the importance of the Middle Eastern markets to the HTC brand,” said Nikitas Glykas, Regional Director of HTC South Eastern Europe and the Middle East.Backed by the Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority, the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge is a season-opening qualifier for both the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) Cross Country Rally World Cup and the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) Cross Country Rallies World Championship. It is open to competitors driving cars and trucks complying with FIA T1, T2 and T4 technical regulations or FIM-sanctioned motorcycles and quads. HTC will join in celebrating the 20th edition of the prestigious international cross country rally by giving away special prizes throughout its four sponsored days.
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HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. -
03/30/2010HTC Unveils Enhanced HTC Sense™ Experience On New Android Smartphone – HTC Legend
The world’s first phone sculpted from a solid piece of aluminum
HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced an enhanced HTC Sense experience that will be available on its latest addition of smartphones that take Android to the next level, the HTC Legend.
Stylish Smartphone
The sleek uni-body design with a brushed metallic finish, boasts a unique design with a smooth, continuous surface, machined from a single aluminum block into a seamless compact frame of HTC Legend. The traditional trackball has also been replaced with an optical joystick, surrounded by a narrow button to improve usability without interrupting its unique design.
“At its essence, the mobile phone is the most personal item you have in your possession. HTC Sense was created to magnify your ability to create and define your own unique mobile experience,” said Jack Tong, VP of HTC Asia. “HTC Legend takes Android to another level in both substance with HTC Sense and style with HTC Legend’s revolutionary crafted aluminum uni-body design.”
Stay Close with HTC Friend Stream
The HTC Legend with the new HTC Sense experience continues to focus on putting people at the centre by making phones work in a more simple and natural way. The HTC Legend also simplifies the way you tend to all your social networks. This begins with a new HTC application and widget called Friend Stream that seamlessly aggregates all your social communications including Facebook, Twitter, Plurk and Flickr into one organized flow of updates. This simple aggregation makes it easier than ever to focus on what friends are doing as well as to view the images and links that they share.
Get Amused by All the Powerful Functions
The HTC Legend includes a stunning 3.2 inch, AMOLED HVGA display and a 5 mega-pixel autofocus camera with LED flash. The HTC Legend is loaded with hidden little design touches that are sure to delight you. The ringer volume automatically lowers when the phone is picked up. The HTC Legend also comes with GPS antenna, Wi-Fi and 3.5G broadband connectivity, 3.5 mm stereo audio jack connector and a variety of multimedia entertainment services. Although the phone is only with a thickness of 11.5mm, the powerful feature allows you to not live without it. In addition, with the latest Andriod 2.1, HTC Legend allows transmission of data files like contacts, music and photo via Bluetooth. Browsing on the HTC Legend is also a high fidelity experience. Adobe Flash® support brings to life the vast video and gaming content of the Internet.Flash Lite version 4 (supporting up to Flash Player 10 and ActionScript 2&3)
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03/30/2010Bharti Airtel, HTC And Qualcomm Launch The HTC Smart In India
• Friendly and compact design with HTC Sense experience
• World’s first commercial 3G smartphone based on Qualcomm’s Brew® Mobile Platform (Brew MP™)
• HTC’s Friendstream integrates Facebook, Twitter and Flickr into one stream of social communication updates
• Airtel customers to get an exclusive offer for data and content with HTC Smart
New Delhi (India), March 30, 2010 — HTC Corporation, a global smartphone designer and Bharti Airtel, one of Asia’s leading integrated telecom service providers, today announced an exclusive partnership to launch the HTC Smart in India in collaboration with Qualcomm Incorporated. The HTC Smart marks HTC’s strategic focus on India, the fastest growing telecom market in the world. HTC Smart, an easy-to-use and affordable smartphone, aims to create a new category of smartphones by bringing the globally acclaimed HTC Smart to the masses.
“HTC has always focused on setting the stage for new mobile experiences and the HTC Smart is clear differentor from touch phone and the result of customer feedback from all over the world for an easier-to-use, affordable smartphone,” said Peter Chou, Chief Executive Officer, HTC Corporation. “We’re excited to launch the HTC Smart with Airtel in India first and Qualcomm, a company known for its innovations. HTC Smart offers easy-to-use widgets, browsing and connectivity at an affordable price. The integration of HTC Sense brings an unparalleled smartphone experience for people looking to do more on their phone.”
The HTC Smart incorporates the latest cutting-edge features and is powered by Qualcomm’s Brew Mobile Platform™ operating system. The stylish device sports a 2.8-inch TFT-LCD touch-sensitive screen with QVGA resolution and is equipped with a 3.5 mm stereo audio jack. The HTC Smart also includes a 3.0 megapixel color camera with fixed focus and flashlight.
“As the undisputed leader in the Indian telecom industry, Airtel is committed to constantly delighting its customers and offering innovations to enrich their experience. With the HTC Smart, Airtel customers will be the first in the world to experience a revolutionary Smartphone that is not only affordable but is also 3G-ready” said Sanjay Kapoor, CEO-India & South Asia, Bharti Airtel.
“Qualcomm is pleased to collaborate with HTC and Airtel to launch HTC Smart, which brings the 3G smartphone experience to the mass market,” said Dr. Paul E. Jacobs, chairman and chief executive officer of Qualcomm. “HTC Smart is the first smartphone using Qualcomm’s distinctive Brew MP operating system. This platform, combined with the powerful HTC Sense technology brings a unique and compelling smartphone user experience to Indian consumers.”
Bringing HTC Sense To The Masses
The HTC Smart embodies HTC Sense, HTC’s unique design philosophy that focuses on putting people at the centre by making your phone work in a more simple and natural way. The HTC Smart’s compact touch design integrates the pillars of HTC Sense - Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected. People can customize their own personal experience using a variety of widgets for quick access to contacts, photos, music, weather and more. People are able to follow their friends’ status updates using HTC Friend Stream, an application that seamlessly aggregates social communication streams like Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr into one organized flow of updates. This simple aggregation makes it easier than ever to focus on what friends are doing as well as the images and links that they share.
HTC Smart utilizes Qualcomm’s Brew Mobile Platform™ (Brew MP), a powerful and popular mobile operating system that enables HTC to deliver the HTC Sense experience on more affordable smartphones. By pioneering a new era of mass-market smartphones, Brew MP also provides the HTC Smart with a mass-market opportunity for new applications and services from software developers worldwide.
Availability & Pricing
The HTC Smart™ will be available through Airtel in top 30 cities across the country at a Market Operating Price of Rs. 9,990.00* and all authorized HTC resellers. -
03/25/2010HTC Unveils Enhanced HTC Sense™ Experience On New Android Smartphone
HTC Legend takes Android 2.1 to a new level with HTC Sense
Singapore – 25 March, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced an enhanced HTC Sense experience that will be available on its latest addition of smartphones that take Android to the next level, the HTC Legend.
“At its essence, the mobile phone is the most personal item you have in your possession. HTC Sense was created to magnify your ability to create and define your own unique mobile experience,” said Jack Tong, VP of HTC Asia. “HTC Legend takes Android to another level in both substance with HTC Sense and style with HTC Legend’s revolutionary crafted aluminum uni-body design.”
HTC SENSE
HTC Sense is a user experience focused on putting people at the centre by making phones work in a more simple and natural way. This experience revolves around three fundamental principles that were developed by observing and listening to how people live and communicate. These core tenets of Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected continue to be the key to the new HTC Sense experience.The new HTC Sense experience continues to focus on improving your interactions with your most important people. This begins with a new HTC application and widget called Friend Stream that seamlessly aggregates all of your social communication including Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr into one organised flow of updates. This simple aggregation makes it easier than ever to focus on what friends are doing as well as to view the images and links that they share. In addition to Friend Stream, people can be organised into specific social circles, such as groups of friends, colleagues or any other way that makes sense.
The new HTC Sense experience also introduces broad improvements to applications including the browser, email client and others. In addition, the new version of HTC Sense includes a new newsreader application and widget, as well as a new seven-screen ‘Leap’ thumbnail view for quick and easy access to specific screens.
HTC Legend
Built around a newly enhanced HTC Sense, the HTC Legend boasts a unique design with a smooth, continuous surface, machined from a single aluminum block into a seamless compact frame. To complement its looks, the HTC Legend includes a stunning 3.2 inch, AMOLED HVGA display. The traditional trackball has also been replaced with an optical joystick, surrounded by a narrow button to improve usability without interrupting its unique design.Pricing & Availability
The new HTC Legend will be available in early April at all authorized resellers at a suggested retail price of S$798*. Standard retail HTC Legend package will come with a 2GB microSD™ card. -
03/25/2010HTC HD mini Provides HTC HD2™ Experience In Compact Design
Singapore – 25 March, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced the HTC HD mini, an HTC Sense-based Windows Phone focused on delivering the popular experience of the HTC HD2 in a more compact design.
“The demand for the HTC HD2 has exceeded our expectations, and the HTC HD mini fulfills a desire from some customers to bring the capabilities and experience of the HTC HD2 to a more compact design,” said Jack Tong, VP of HTC Asia. “The integration of HTC Sense and Windows Phone on HD mini and HD2 gives customers an additional choice for an advanced Windows Mobile phone that is sleek, well crafted and easy to use.”
The HTC HD mini sports a high degree of usability along with its own unique and beautiful design. Precision fasteners used to assemble the phone are externally visible, displaying a high level of craftsmanship rarely found in mobile phones. And the strong design ethos continues under the battery cover where a bright yellow internal structure, offers an unexpected surprise when the phone is opened.
The HTC HD mini utilizes HTC Sense, a user experience focused on putting people at the centre by making the phone work in a more simple and natural way. This experience revolves around three fundamental principles that were developed by observing and listening to how people live and communicate. These core tenets of Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected continue to be the key to the new HTC Sense experience.
Like the HTC HD2, the HTC HD mini continues the same focus on people-centric communication with complete Outlook integration. It helps you stay close to the important friends and colleagues in your life by providing a single contact view that displays individual communication snapshots of your conversations regardless of whether it was a call, text, status update or email. HTC’s Windows-based Twitter application, HTC Peep, enables you to tweet and follow your twitter stream.
HTC HD mini includes capacitive touch for viewing, zooming and resizing websites, Microsoft® Office files, PDF documents and pictures with just a pinch of your fingers. Leveraging its 3G broadband connectivity, the HTC HD mini also offers personal Wi-Fi anywhere for your computer or other devices. The HD mini can also be further enhanced to reflect your needs and style by downloading a variety of applications from the Windows® Marketplace for Mobile.
Pricing & Availability
The new HTC HD mini will be available from early April at all authorized resellers at a suggested retail price of S$748*. Standard retail HTC HD mini package will come with a 2GB microSD™ card. -
03/25/2010Media Alert: HTC Desire™ Available From 27 April On Telstra's Next G™ Network
Sydney, Australia – March 25, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, and Telstra today announced the availability of the Android-powered HTC Desire smartphone, which will be available from 27 April exclusively on Telstra’s Next G™ network – Australia’s largest and fastest 3G network.
“HTC Desire continues HTC’s leadership in cutting-edge phone design and function,” said Anthony Petts, Sales and Marketing Director ANZ, HTC Corporation. “The new HTC Sense experience enhances the user’s ability to personalise their smartphone, discover endless possibilities with applications, and stay close to people like never before.”
Some of the applications featured on this enhanced version of HTC Sense include a new newsreader application and widget, an innovative seven-screen ‘helicopter’ thumbnail view for quick and easy access to specific screens, as well as a new widget called ‘HTC Friend Stream’ that seamlessly aggregates users’ social communication including Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr into one organised flow of updates.
“HTC Desire gives customers unprecedented ability to personalise their mobile,” said Ross Fielding, Executive Director, Mobility Products, Telstra. “Not only can customers select from a massive ecosystem of free and paid-for applications from the Android Market – as well as Telstra apps like Mobile FOXTEL– but they can completely re-configure how shortcuts and applications appear on their phone. Add to this a fast 1GHz Snapdragon processor, the Next G network’s unsurpassed coverage and speed, and Google’s latest Android operating system for mobiles and you have one of the most responsive, intuitive and exciting smartphones to launch in 2010.”
Customers can register their interest in HTC Desire from today by visitingwww.telstra.com.au/htcdesire.
Key Features
* The latest HTC Sense™ user experience
* Operates on Google’s new Android 2.1 operating system for smartphones
* Fast 1 GHz Snapdragon processor
* Integrated applications from Google including Gmail and Google Calendar
* Advanced 3.7 inch, WVGA AMOLED display with pinch-to-zoom capability
* 3.5 mm stereo audio jack
* HTC Friend Stream that seamlessly aggregates all of a customer’s social communication including Facebook®, Twitter, and Flickr into one organised flow of updates
* Automatically lowers the ringer volume when the phone is picked up
* Mutes the ringer when the phone is flipped face down
* Backs up certain data and settings to the microSD card automatically, such as SMS/MMS messages, bookmarks, Wi-Fi passwords, and moreAvailability and Pricing
HTC Desire will be available for $0 on Telstra’s $60 consumer Phone Plan for 24 months (minimum total price $1440), or can be purchased outright with a RRP of $779. Customers can also take the handset on a mobile repayment option (MRO) with an eligible plan and pay off the $779 over 12 or 24 months. It is available from Telstra stores and dealers from the 27 April.Consumer customers can register their interest in HTC Desire by visiting:www.telstra.com.au/htcdesire
Telstra Business customers can also purchase HTC Desire. It will be available on the $65 plan for 24 months (minimum total price $1560) which includes 300MB of data. HTC Desire will also be available on a range of Telstra Enterprise & Government plans from 27 April.
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03/18/2010HTC Disagrees With Apple's Actions
The T-Mobile Pocket PC Phone Edition by HTC was the first 3.5-inch color touch screen smartphone in the United States in 2002
Seattle – March 17, 2010 – HTC Corporation today outlined its disagreement with Apple’s legal actions and reiterated its commitment to creating a portfolio of innovative smartphones that gives consumers a variety of choices. Founded in 1997 with a passion for innovation and a vision for how smartphones would change people’s lives, HTC has continually driven this vision by consistently introducing award-winning smartphones with U.S. mobile operators.
“HTC disagrees with Apple’s actions and will fully defend itself. HTC strongly advocates intellectual property protection and will continue to respect other innovators and their technologies as we have always done, but we will continue to embrace competition through our own innovation as a healthy way for consumers to get the best mobile experience possible,” said Peter Chou, chief executive officer, HTC Corporation. “From day one, HTC has focused on creating cutting-edge innovations that deliver unique value for people looking for a smartphone. In 1999 we started designing the XDA and T-Mobile Pocket PC Phone Edition, our first touch-screen smartphones, and they both shipped in 2002 with more than 50 additional HTC smartphone models shipping since then.”
The industry has recognized HTC’s contributions through a variety of awards including Fast Company’s 2010 Top 50 Most Innovative Companies and MIT Technology Review’s 2010 50 Most Innovative Companies. The GSMA also recently awarded the HTC Hero as the “Best Phone of 2009.” Some of HTC’s technology firsts include:
- First Windows PDA (1998)
- First Windows Phone (June 2002)
- First 3G CDMA EVDO smartphone (October 2005)
- First gesture-based smartphone (June 2007)
- First Google Android smartphone (October 2008)
- First 4G WIMAX smartphone (November 2008)
In 2009, HTC launched its branded user experience, HTC Sense. HTC Sense is focused on putting people at the center by making phones work in a more simple and natural way. This experience was fundamentally based on listening and observing how people live and communicate.
“HTC has always taken a partnership-oriented, collaborative approach to business. This has led to long-standing strategic partnerships with the top software, Internet and wireless technology companies in the industry as well as the top U.S., European and Asian mobile operators,” said Jason Mackenzie, vice president of HTC America. “It is through these relationships that we have been able to deliver the world’s most diverse series of smartphones to an even more diverse group of people around the world, recognizing that customers have very different needs.”
For more information on HTC’s history of innovation, please visit: www.htc.com/history.
About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com.HTC Public Relations
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[i] The O2 XDA by HTC was the first 3.5-inch color touch screen smartphone in the world in 2002.
[ii] The T-Mobile Pocket PC Phone Edition by HTC was the first 3.5-inch color touch screen smartphone in the United States in 2002.
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03/17/2010HTC HD mini Provides HTC HD2 Experience In Compact Design
Today, HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced the HTC HD mini, an HTC Sense-based Windows Phone focused on delivering the popular experience of the HTC HD2 in a more compact design.
“The demand for the HTC HD2 has exceeded our expectations, and the HTC HD mini fulfils a desire from some customers to bring the capabilities and experience of the HTC HD2 to a more compact design,” said Peter Chou, chief executive officer, HTC Corporation. “The integration of HTC Sense and Windows Phone on HD mini and HD2 gives customers an additional choice for an advanced Windows mobile phone that is sleek, well crafted and easy to use.”
The HTC HD mini sports a high degree of usability along with its own unique and beautiful design. Precision fasteners used to assemble the phone are externally visible, displaying a high level of craftsmanship rarely found in mobile phones. And the strong design ethos continues under the battery cover where a bright yellow internal structure, offers an unexpected surprise when the phone is opened.
The HTC HD mini utilizes HTC Sense, a user experience focused on putting people at the centre by making the phone work in a more simple and natural way. This experience revolves around three fundamental principles that were developed by observing and listening to how people live and communicate. These core tenets of Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected continue to be the key to the new HTC Sense experience.
Like the HTC HD2, the HTC HD mini continues the same focus on people-centric communication with complete Outlook integration. It helps you stay close to the important friends and colleagues in your life by providing a single contact view that displays individual communication snapshots of your conversations, regardless of whether it was a call, text, status update or email. HTC’s Windows-based Twitter application, HTC Peep, enables you to tweet and follow your twitter stream.
HTC HD mini includes capacitive touch for viewing, zooming and resizing websites, Microsoft® Office files, PDF documents and pictures with just a pinch of your fingers. Leveraging its 3G broadband connectivity, the HTC HD mini also offers personal Wi-Fi anywhere for your computer or other devices. The HD mini can also be further enhanced to reflect your needs and style by downloading a variety of applications from the Windows® Marketplace for Mobile.
Availability & Suggested Retail Price
The HTC HD mini™ will be available by end of March with a suggested retail price of HKD$3,898.Any customer who pre-orders HTC HD mini at HTC authorized dealers* will be entitled to get a 8GB micro SD card for free. Limited stock of gifts will be given on first-come-first-served basis.
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03/11/2010HTC appoints new Regional Director for South Eastern Europe and Middle East
11 March, 2010
HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, has announced that it has recently appointed Nikitas Glykas as Regional Director of HTC South Eastern Europe and the Middle East. Glykas will be responsible for the overall marketing and sales business of HTC in South Eastern Europe and the Middle East, which jointly cover a total of 33 markets.Prior to joining HTC, Glykas was CEO of Shelman SA where he was responsible for the overall business of SHELMAN and four affiliated companies in Greece. He also previously worked at M J Maillis Group S.A. for more than six years and at Mobil Hellas AE as Balkans Marketing Coordinator, which has helped enhance his expertise and knowledge of key regional markets.
"HTC continues to increase its share in the mobile market through innovative, premium-quality products and a select range of value-added services. It will be a distinct honour for me to spearhead HTC's growth initiatives in South Eastern Europe and the Middle East, which continue to offer excellent business potential for HTC's diverse product range. I am certainly very pleased to be part of the continuing success of the HTC brand in these high-growth regions," said Nikitas Glykas, Regional Director of HTC South Eastern Europe and the Middle East.
Glykas holds a M.Sc. in Environmental and Ecological Sciences from the University of Lancaster, England and a B.Sc. in Physics from the University of Athens. He has also attended an Advanced Management Program in Harvard Business School.
“Mr. Glykas' extensive marketing experience and leadership expertise will be invaluable assets as we continue to pursue new growth initiatives and enhance our reputation as a premium provider of practical solutions to mobile users in the region. His appointment is a clear affirmation of HTC's long-term commitment to South Eastern Europe and Middle East markets," said Florian Seiche, vice president, HTC Europe.
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About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. -
02/16/2010HTC Unveils Enhanced HTC Sense Experience On New Android Smartphones
HTC LegendTM and HTC DesireTM take Android 2.1 to a new level with HTC Sense
BARCELONA, Mobile World Congress – February 16, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced an enhanced HTC Sense experience that will be available on two new smartphones that take Android to the next level, the HTC Legend and HTC Desire.
“At its essence, the mobile phone is the most personal item you have in your possession. HTC Sense was created to magnify your ability to create and define your own unique mobile experience,” said Peter Chou, chief executive officer of HTC Corporation. “HTC Legend and HTC Desire take Android to another level in both substance, with HTC Sense, and style, with HTC Legend’s revolutionary crafted aluminum unibody design.”
HTC Sense
HTC Sense is a user experience focused on putting people at the centre by making phones work in a more simple and natural way. This experience revolves around three fundamental principles that were developed by observing and listening to how people live and communicate. These core tenets of Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected continue to be the key to the new HTC Sense experience.The new HTC Sense experience continues to focus on improving your interactions with your most important people. This begins with a new HTC application and widget called HTC Friend Stream that seamlessly aggregates all of your social communication including Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr into one organised flow of updates. This simple aggregation makes it easier than ever to focus on what friends are doing as well as to view the images and links that they share. In addition to Friend Stream, people can be organised into specific social circles, such as groups of friends, colleagues or any other way that makes sense.
The new HTC Sense experience also introduces broad improvements to applications including the browser, email client and others. In addition, the new version of HTC Sense includes a new newsreader application and widget, as well as a new seven-screen ‘Leap’ thumbnail view for quick and easy access to specific screens.
HTC Legend
Built around a newly enhanced HTC Sense, the HTC Legend boasts a unique design with a smooth, continuous surface, machined from a single aluminum block into a seamless compact frame. To complement its looks, the HTC Legend includes a stunning 3.2 inch, AMOLED HVGA display. The traditional trackball has also been replaced with an optical joystick, surrounded by a narrow button to improve usability without interrupting its unique design.HTC Desire
HTC Desire is the richest way to visually experience news, friends, photos, favourite places and whatever else is important on a mobile phone. With one of the most advanced displays available on a phone today, HTC Desire is designed with a large 3.7 inch AMOLED WVGA display to enhance and maximise content, whether it is pictures and videos, browsing the Web or checking on friends’ status updates. HTC Desire is powered by a one gigahertz Snapdragon processor and is Adobe Flash 10.1 ready. As with the HTC Legend, the HTC Desire also includes an optical joystick.
Patrick Chomet, Group Director of Terminals for Vodafone said, “HTC is a valued partner for Vodafone and has made a strong contribution to the growth of the mass market appeal of smartphones. Vodafone endeavours to offer our customers the widest and most compelling choice of smartphones and to that end the HTC Legend, the HTC Desire and the HTC HD mini will be ranged in selected Vodafone markets across our footprint. I’m particularly pleased that through our collaboration with HTC, Vodafone customers will experience a differentiated experience on the HTC Legend which will come customised for them with pre-loaded Vodafone 360 Internet services.”Availability
The new HTC Legend will be available in Europe through Vodafone and in the direct channel beginning in April. It will roll out to other parts of the world including Asia in early Q2. HTC Desire will be broadly available to customers across major European and Asian markets in early Q2. The HTC Desire will be exclusively available in Australia through Telstra. The enhanced HTC Sense experience will also be offered as a free upgrade on the HTC Hero in Europe and Asia.About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the centre of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
02/16/2010HTC And Telstra Unveil The HTC Desire™ – Australia's Most Advanced Android Smartphone
HTC Sense experience takes Android 2.1 to the next level
Sydney, Australia – February 16, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today joined with Telstra to unveil the Android-powered HTC Desire smartphone, which will be available exclusively in April on Telstra’s Next G™ network – Australia’s largest and fastest 3G network.
The smartphone, which was previewed at the GSMA Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, takes Android 2.1 to the next level with the latest HTC Sense user experience. It also utilises a fast 1 GHz Snapdragon processor and an advanced 3.7 inch, WVGA AMOLED display to deliver the performance and visual experience needed for the best smartphone experience possible. HTC Desire is the richest way to visually experience news, friends, photos, favourite places and whatever else that is important.
“At its essence, the mobile phone is the most personal item you have in your possession. HTC Sense was created to magnify your ability to create and define your own unique mobile experience,” said Peter Chou, chief executive officer of HTC Corporation. “HTC Desire takes Android to another level in both substance with HTC Sense, and style with a slim, stylish design.”
Telstra Chief Executive Officer, David Thodey, predicted that Australians would adopt smartphones in record numbers this year thanks to fast 3G networks, the growing range and popularity of mobile applications, and the introduction of user-friendly Android devices like the HTC Desire.
“We are delighted that our close relationship with HTC means that Australia’s most advanced Android smartphone will be available to Telstra customers first,” Mr Thodey said.
“Australians want to use their mobiles to explore the online world of social networking, entertainment, web browsing and e-commerce. The Android-powered HTC Desire handset will give Telstra customers the best of Google’s web services like Gmail, Google Calendar and applications like Mobile FOXTEL, as well as the unmatched combination of speed and coverage available on Telstra’s Next G network.
“HTC Desire owners will also have access to thousands of applications thanks to the international market for Android applications that tap the imagination of software developers around the world,” Mr Thodey said.
THE NEW HTC SENSE EXPERIENCE
HTC Sense is a user experience focused on putting people at the centre by making phones work in a more simple and natural way. This experience revolves around three fundamental principles that were developed by observing and listening to how people live and communicate.These core principles continue to be key to the new HTC Sense experience that begins with a new HTC application and widget called HTC Friend Stream that seamlessly aggregates all of your social communication including Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr into one organised stream of updates. This simple aggregation makes it easier than ever to focus on what friends are doing as well as the images and links they share. In addition to Friend Stream, people can be organised into specific social circles, such as groups of friends or colleagues.
The new HTC Sense experience also introduces broad improvements to applications including the web browser, email client, a new newsreader application and widget, as well as a new seven-screen ‘Leap’ thumbnail view for quick and easy access to specific screens.
Availability
The HTC Desire launches in Australia in April. It will be available exclusively through Telstra. Pricing will be announced closer to launch.About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the centre of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visitwww.htc.com.About Telstra
Telstra is Australia's leading telecommunications and information services company, with one of the best known brands in the country. Telstra offers a full range of services and competes in all telecommunications markets throughout Australia, providing more than 8.8 million Australian fixed line and 10.4 million mobile services, including more than 7.3 million 3G services. -
02/16/2010HTC HD mini Provides HTC HD2 Experience In Compact Design
BARCELONA, Mobile World Congress – February 16, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced the HTC HD mini, an HTC Sense-based Windows Phone focused on delivering the popular experience of the HTC HD2 in a more compact design.
“The demand for the HTC HD2 has exceeded our expectations, and the HTC HD mini fulfils a desire from some customers to bring the capabilities and experience of the HTC HD2 to a more compact design,” said Peter Chou, chief executive officer, HTC Corporation. “The integration of HTC Sense and Windows Phone on HD mini and HD2 gives customers an additional choice for an advanced Windows mobile phone that is sleek, well crafted and easy to use.”
The HTC HD mini sports a high degree of usability along with its own unique and beautiful design. Precision fasteners used to assemble the phone are externally visible, displaying a high level of craftsmanship rarely found in mobile phones. And the strong design ethos continues under the battery cover where a bright yellow internal structure, offers an unexpected surprise when the phone is opened.
The HTC HD mini utilises HTC Sense, a user experience focused on putting people at the centre by making the phone work in a more simple and natural way. This experience revolves around three fundamental principles that were developed by observing and listening to how people live and communicate. These core tenets of Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected continue to be the key to the new HTC Sense experience.
Like the HTC HD2, the HTC HD mini continues the same focus on people-centric communication with complete Outlook integration. It helps you stay close to the important friends and colleagues in your life by providing a single contact view that displays individual communication snapshots of your conversations, regardless of whether it was a call, text, status update or email. HTC’s Windows-based Twitter application, HTC Peep, enables you to tweet and follow your twitter stream.
HTC HD mini includes capacitive touch for viewing, zooming and resizing websites, Microsoft® Office files, PDF documents and pictures with just a pinch of your fingers. Leveraging its 3G broadband connectivity, the HTC HD mini also offers personal Wi-Fi anywhere for your computer or other devices. The HD mini can also be further enhanced to reflect your needs and style by downloading a variety of applications from the Windows® Marketplace for Mobile.
Availability
The new HTC HD mini will be broadly available to customers across major European and Asian markets beginning in April.About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the centre of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com -
02/15/2010HTC To Deliver Portfolio Of Microsoft Windows Phone 7 Series Phones
Xbox LIVE games and Zune music and video service coming to HTC phones in 2010
BARCELONA, Mobile World Congress – February 15, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today announced plans to bring Microsoft’s next generation of Windows ® Phones, the Windows Phone 7 Series, to market later this year. The revolutionary new software offers a fresh approach to smartphones by bringing web content and applications together to create a phone experience that is very personal, relevant and connected. With this news, HTC builds on its Windows Phone leadership and extends its commitment to offering customers the most innovative mobile phone experiences available.
“Windows Phone 7 Series is a significant milestone for Microsoft, the industry and ultimately people looking to do more on their phones. HTC is working closely with Microsoft to bring the unique HTC experience that customers love,” said Peter Chou, chief executive officer of HTC Corporation. “Microsoft has clearly listened to feedback from people and brought a new, fresh approach to the smartphone experience that is beautiful, powerful and compelling.”
Announced today at Mobile World Congress 2010, 7 Series offers a new approach to phone software, distinguished by smart design and truly integrated experiences that bring to the surface the content people care about from the web and applications. For the first time ever, Microsoft will bring together the Xbox LIVE games and the Zune music and video experience to the mobile phone, exclusively on 7 Series phones.
“People are moving faster than ever, juggling more priorities and turning to technology to manage it all. Windows Phone 7 Series simplifies common tasks by bringing together related content from the web, applications and services into a single view to make life easier,” said Andy Lees, senior vice president of Mobile Communication Business at Microsoft. “We are pleased to work closely with HTC, a global leader in mobile phone technology and design, to bring new Windows phones to customers around the world.”
About HTC
HTC Corp. (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
02/03/2010HTC Unveils Attractive Offers For DSF 2010
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – February 03, 2010 – HTC Corporation has announced exciting offers on select models of its cutting edge smart phones during Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) 2010.
On the purchase of every HTC Touch Diamond2, HTC is giving away a HTC Touch Viva free, while a Polaroid Mobile Printer is being given away free on the purchase of a HTC Touch Viva.
Moreover, the company has also announced major discounts on the HTC Touch2 (AED 1,599), HTC Touch Pro2 (AED 2,799), HTC Touch HD (AED 2,579) and HTC Snap (AED 1,399).
Description of HTC devices that are part of the DSF promotion:
HTC Touch Diamond2 - Integrating innovative simplicity with unique style and an intuitive interface, the device balances function, form and cutting-edge technology to personalize the communication and mobile Internet experience. The Touch Diamond2 utilizes HTC’s latest TouchFLO 3D interface and incorporates a larger 3.2-inch high-resolution wide-screen VGA display for a greater viewing area. The phone also includes a touch sensitive zoom bar for even faster zooming of web pages, emails, text messages, photos or documents.
HTC Touch Viva - The Touch Viva blends an affordable touch phone with the benefits of HTC’s TouchFLO, an easy to use phone and an optimized mobile Internet experience. In addition, with Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional, users can easily synchronize their calendar, contacts, emails and more with their personal computer.HTC Touch2 - Utilizing Windows Mobile 6.5 and new Windows Phone services like My Phone and Windows Marketplace, Touch2 expands HTC’s portfolio of touch-based phones and is focused on delivering an advanced touch experience to a broader group of people. HTC Touch2 showcases the powerful messaging, browsing and productivity capabilities delivered by the new Windows Mobile 6.5. Offering a best in class e-mail experience complete with the ability to synchronize with Microsoft Exchange, users have the ability to check and manage multiple email accounts.
HTC Touch HD - The HTC Touch HD is an entertainment focused mobile handset that has transformed how people experience multimedia on the move. Integrating a large 3.8 inch wide-screen VGA display (WVGA), a standard 3.5mm audio jack and a 5 megapixel camera with autofocus, the HTC Touch HD is the perfect device for multimedia fans. The device also features HTC’s beautiful TouchFLO™ 3D user interface to provide quick and intuitive access to the people, messages and content that are most important.
HTC Touch Pro 2 - The HTC Touch Pro2 leverages voice in a new way to create one of the most sophisticated communication experiences found on a mobile phone. HTC’s new Straight Talk technology delivers an integrated email, voice and speakerphone experience. Users can transition seamlessly from email to single or multi-party conference calls and turn any location into a conference room. Designed for business professionals, the HTC Touch Pro2 has a sleek feel with a high-resolution 3.6-inch widescreen WVGA display for an expanded viewing area and large finger-friendly QWERTY keyboard. Including a 1500mAh battery, expandable memory, a touch-sensitive zoom bar as well as gravity and proximity sensors, the HTC Touch Pro2 is optimised for touch as well as heavy email use.
HTC Snap – The HTC Snap comes with HTC’s innovative Inner Circle feature that allows users to press a dedicated Inner Circle key to bring emails from a pre-selected group of people to the top of their inbox, enabling important messages to be acted upon immediately. The full QWERTY keyboard of the HTC Snap is ergonomically designed with extra-large domed keys and responsive tactile feedback to make typing emails and text messages fast, accurate and comfortable. With a slim, sleek profile designed to fit perfectly in the hand, the HTC Snap is less than a half-inch thin (12 mm), yet it can deliver up to eight and a half hours of talk time with the standard 1500mAh battery.
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HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visitwww.htc.com. -
01/19/2010HTC Unveils Its Most Exciting Windows® Phone Yet – The HTC HD2 On Telstra's Next G™ Network
HTC HD2 delivers an unprecedented Windows phone experience with a high-resolution, 4.3 inch capacitive touch display and HTC Sense user experience
Sydney, Australia – January 19, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile phone technology and design, today unveiled the HTC HD2 – exclusively on Telstra’s Next G™ network – Australia’s largest and fastest 3G network. With its industry leading, high-resolution 10.9cm (4.3 inches) capacitive touch display, the ultra thin HTC HD2 delivers sharper, brighter and richer visible content to users.“The HTC HD2 is one of the most advanced and intuitive phones HTC has ever created,” said Anthony Petts, Sales and Marketing Director ANZ, HTC Corporation. “The phone provides users with the winning combination of Windows® Phone functionality and one of the largest, most visually stunning capacitive touch displays available on the market. It is simply a joy to use.”
The HD2 uses the first capacitive touch display on a Windows phone to make viewing, zooming and resizing websites, Microsoft Office files, PDF documents and pictures easier with just a pinch of your fingers. The large display also enables faster, more efficient and accurate typing using the onscreen keyboard. Utilising Qualcomm’s new 1 GHz Snapdragon mobile processor, the HTC HD2 offers enhanced performance that improves the speed of applications, videos, games and more.
Ross Fielding, Executive Director, Telstra Wireless, Data, Applications and Services, said Telstra is pleased to offer the new HD2 exclusively on the Telstra Next G™ network.
“We are pleased to continue our close working relationship with HTC to launch the HD2 which combines major advances in smartphone screen quality and processing power. With a processor that makes the HD2 almost twice as powerful as smartphones released just last year, customers can run popular apps like email, games and Windows applications faster and, importantly, simultaneously. Our fast, always 3G Next G™ network adds to the experience by making web applications like Facebook more responsive and web browsing effortless.” Mr Fielding said.
“Another highlight is HD2’s impressive high definition screen that delivers the ultimate Mobile TV experience. Customers can enjoy up to 31 Mobile FOXTEL channels including FOX8, FOX SPORTS and MTV with enhanced stereo sound and picture quality. It’s perfect for both work and play.”
Grace Kerrison, Director, Mobile Communications Business, Microsoft Australia, said:
“Everyday – from home to work to play– now it is easier than ever to stay in touch and get more done throughout your day with a Windows® phone. With the release of the new HTC HD2, we are delivering a great phone that helps connect Australians to the people and information they care about, wherever they are, using a smartphone that everyone will love."With a wealth of applications at the new Windows® Marketplace for Mobile, Microsoft’s free My Phone service, Twitter and Facebook apps, 5MP autofocus camera with dual LED light, up-to-date share information, localised animated weather experience and exclusive BigPond content and Mobile FOXTEL from Telstra, staying in touch, informed and entertained has never been easier, or clearer.
HTC Sense
The HTC HD2 is the first Windows phone developed with HTC Sense, a user-focused experience based on personalisation and accessibility. Developed with a passion for enhancing people’s lives through innovation, design and ease of use, HTC Sense is based on three fundamental principles of Make it Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected.Make It Mine
The HD2 continues HTC’s drive for personalisation by reflecting not only what you want on your phone, but also where you are. Using its large 4.3” (10.9cm) window-like display, HTC has brought a new dimension to weather with a localised, animated weather experience that uses HD2’s entire display without being invasive to your important content and information. The HD2 can also be further enhanced to reflect a customer’s needs and style by downloading a wealth of applications at the new Windows® Marketplace for Mobile.Stay Close
The HD2 helps you stay close to the important friends and colleagues in your life with HTC’s people-centric communication approach. This approach provides a single contact view that displays individual communication snapshots of conversations regardless of whether a call, text, Facebook status update or email is used. While in the midst of an email exchange owners can easily transition to a call by pressing the call button. HTC has also included a new Windows-based version of its Twitter application, HTC Peep. The pictures taken with the 5MP camera can also be quickly shared via Facebook or Twitter.Discover the Unexpected
With the HTC Sense experience, the HTC HD2 includes a variety of enhancements that expand and improve the overall phone experience. The HD2 includes a variety of sensors including a proximity sensor that is used to prevent false screen touches when the phone is picked up to answer or make a call. A light sensor automatically adjusts the brightness of the display. Leveraging its 3G broadband connectivity, the HTC HD2 can be used as a Wi-Fi router offering personal Wi-Fi for laptops or other devices on the go.Windows phone
As a new Windows phone, the HTC HD2 showcases the powerful messaging, browsing and productivity capabilities delivered by Windows Mobile® 6.5. Offering a best-in-class email experience complete with the ability to synchronise with Microsoft Exchange, users have the ability to check and manage multiple email accounts. Microsoft’s new My Phone service enables users to automatically back up and synch photos, music, contacts and text messages for free from the HD2 to the web, and Windows® Marketplace for Mobile, a new marketplace that will provide direct-to-phone mobile applications, can be accessed from both the phone and the Web.Pricing & Availability
The HTC HD2 will be available exclusively to Telstra customers initially through Telstra T[life]™ stores, Telstra Shops and dealers from 19 January (exclusive to Telstra until 30 March 2010). The HTC HD2 has an RRP of $829, and is also available for $0 upfront on a $80 plan over 24 months. It is also available on a range of Telstra Enterprise & Government and Telstra Business plans including for $0 upfront on a new $85 Mobile PLUS plan. -
01/07/2010HTC Smart Defines A New Category Of Smartphones For The Masses
HTC Smart’s friendly compact design and integration of HTC Sense will
appeal to a broad range of people all over the worldLAS VEGAS, Consumer Electronics Show (CES), – Jan. 7, 2010 – HTC Corporation, a global smartphone designer, today unveiled HTC SmartTM, a new type of smartphone that creates a new category of easy-to-use, connected smartphones that are accessible by people all over the world. The HTC Smart will be available this spring across Europe and Asia.
“HTC has always focused on listening to customers and setting the stage for new mobile categories and HTC Smart is the response to customer demand around the world for an easier-to-use, affordable smartphone,” said Peter Chou, chief executive officer, HTC Corporation. “Just adding a touch interface doesn’t mean a phone is a smartphone; The integration of HTC Sense brings an unparalleled smartphone experience for people looking to do more on their phone.”
Bringing HTC Sense To The Masses
HTC Smart begins with a friendly compact touch design and integrates an intuitive user experience that is centered around HTC SenseTM, an HTC design philosophy that puts people at the center by focusing on three core areas: Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected. HTC Smart enables personal customization of each person’s own phone experience. It also provides a quick and easy way to see what friends are up to via various social networks as well as quickly communicating over the phone, through text messaging or email.“HTC Smart breaks new ground in delivering the powerful, in-demand smartphone features that consumers want on a more accessible device for global markets,” said Paul Jacobs, chief executive officer, Qualcomm Incorporated. “We are pleased to be supporting HTC as they utilize the capabilities of Qualcomm’s Brew Mobile Platform open operating system to offer high-end capabilities and a compelling mobile user experience at mass-market price points.”
Qualcomm Brew Mobile Platform (Brew MP)
HTC Smart utilizes Qualcomm’s Brew MP, a popular mobile operating system that enables smartphone devices to be offered at more aggressive price points, providing HTC with the flexibility to deliver smartphone features on devices across multiple tiers.About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry and continues to pioneer industry-leading mobile experiences through design, usability and innovation that are sparked by how the mobile phone can improve how people live and communicate. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com. -
01/06/2010T-Mobile USA To Exclusively Offer HTC HD2
T-Mobile USA To Exclusively Offer HTC HD2
Arriving in the U.S. this spring, the HTC HD2 features a big, brilliant screen, blazing fast processor, and the celebrated HTC Sense experienceLAS VEGAS – January 6, 2010 –T-Mobile USA, Inc. and HTC today announced the HTC HD2 is expected to be available for the first time in the US exclusively from T-Mobile USA this spring. With its industry leading, high-resolution, 4.3-inch capacitive touch display and high-powered features, the ultra-thin HTC HD2 phone delivers content in a sharper, brighter and richer way.
The HTC HD2 comes equipped with the 1 GHz Snapdragon™ by Qualcomm mobile processor and utilizes T-Mobile’s high speed 3G network for a fast mobile data experience.
“T-Mobile and HTC have a long history of partnering to deliver innovative, cutting-edge products to T-Mobile customers,” said George Harrison, vice president, marketing product innovation, T-Mobile USA. “The HTC HD2 delivers a thin, sophisticated design and powerful features that we are excited to add to our dynamic smartphone line-up this spring.”
The HTC HD2 is the first Windows® phone with HTC Sense, a software experience focused on putting people at the center by making their phones work in a more simple, natural and personal way. With the HTC Sense experience, the HTC HD2 includes a variety of enhancements that expand and improve the overall phone experience. For example, the HTC HD2 includes a proximity sensor that is used to prevent false screen touches when the phone is picked up to answer or make a call, and a light sensor automatically adjusts the brightness of the display.
“Combining the intuitive user interface based on HTC Sense with an outstanding set of specifications and the powerful T-Mobile network, the HTC HD2 adds up to be not only an amazing device, but an amazing experience as well,” said Jason Mackenzie, vice president of HTC America. “The HTC HD2 is a Windows phone that has already been enthusiastically received in Europe and Asia and we are excited to bring this highly-anticipated device to the US, exclusively through T-Mobile USA.”
The HTC HD2 uses the first capacitive touch display on a Windows phone for the smoothest possible performance and to make viewing, zooming and resizing websites, Microsoft® Office files, PDF documents and pictures easier with just a simple pinching motion. The large capacitive display makes it easy to read and reply to Outlook® e-mails, edit a Word document or modify an Excel® spreadsheet right from the HTC HD2. Additionally, the HTC HD2 delivers advanced phone features including: GPS functionality, a Web browser, and an advanced 5 megapixel auto-focus camera with dual LED flash for capturing images, even in dim conditions.
Availability
The HTC HD2 is expected to be available in the U.S. exclusively to T-Mobile customers this spring. More details will be available at http://www.sticktogether.com/htchd2.3G coverage is not available everywhere. For information where T-Mobile 3G service is available or to see T-Mobile’s Personal Coverage Check tool, please visithttp://www.TMobile.com/Coverage.
About T-Mobile USA, Inc.
Based in Bellevue, Wash., T-Mobile USA, Inc. is the U.S. wireless operation of Deutsche Telekom AG. By the end of the third quarter of 2009, almost 151 million mobile customers were served by the mobile communication segments of the Deutsche Telekom group — 33.4 million by T-Mobile USA — all via a common technology platform based on GSM and UMTS, the world’s most widely used digital wireless standards. T-Mobile’s innovative wireless products and services help empower people to connect to those who matter most. Multiple independent research studies continue to rank T-Mobile among the highest in numerous regions throughout the U.S. in wireless customer care and call quality. For more information, please visit http://www.T-Mobile.com. T-Mobile is a federally registered trademark of Deutsche Telekom AG.About HTC
HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visitwww.htc.com -
01/05/2010Google Offers New Model For Consumers To Buy A Mobile Phone
Google Offers New Model For Consumers To Buy A Mobile Phone
Launches Nexus One, contributing further innovation to the Android ecosystemMOUNTAIN VIEW (January 5, 2010) - Google Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOG) today unveiled a new way for consumers to purchase an Android mobile phone, a web store hosted by Google. The company is also launching the first phone offered through this new model, called the Nexus One, which combines the latest in hardware from HTC Corporation with the newest Android software.
The goal of Google's new consumer channel is to provide an efficient way to connect Google's online users with selected Android phones. The online experience of the web store has been designed with a focus on simplicity.
Through the web store found at www.google.com/phone, consumers can buy the Nexus One without service (meaning any GSM network SIM card can be inserted into the device), or purchase the phone with service from one of Google's operator partners. As new phones come to market through this channel, consumers will benefit from the ability to match a phone of their choice with the service plan that best meets their needs. Operator prices and plan details will be featured on the site.
"The Nexus One belongs in the emerging class of devices which we call ‘superphones,’ with the 1GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon™ chipset making it as powerful as your laptop computer of three to four years ago. It's our way to raise the bar on what's possible when it comes to creating the best mobile experience for consumers," said Andy Rubin, VP of Engineering. "We look forward to working with handset manufacturers and operators to bring more phones to market through this channel worldwide."
Nexus One Hardware Features
- Display: 3.7" AMOLED 480x800 WVGA display
- Thinness: 11.5mm; Weight: 130g
- Processor/Speed: Qualcomm Snapdragon™ 3G QSD8250 chipset, delivering speeds up to 1GHz
- Camera: 5 megapixel auto focus with flash and geo tagging
- Onboard memory: 512MB Flash, 512MB RAM
- Expandable memory: 4GB removable SD Card (expandable to 32GB)
- Noise Suppression: Dynamic noise suppression from Audience, Inc.
- Ports: 3.5mm stereo headphone jack with four contacts for inline voice and remote control
- Battery: Removable 1400 mAh
- Personalized laser engraving: Up to 50 characters on the back of the phone
- Trackball: Tri-color notification LED, alerts when new emails, chats, text messages arrive
"The Nexus One represents the unique combination of design and innovation two companies like Google and HTC can have when they collaborate," said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. "The Nexus One continues HTC’s strategy of offering people a portfolio of phones that meet their diverse needs."
Nexus One Software Innovation
The Nexus One runs on Android 2.1, a version of the platform's Eclair software, which offers advanced applications and features including:
- Google Maps Navigation: offering turn-by-turn driving directions with voice output.
- Email: multiple Gmail accounts; universal inbox and Exchange support.
- Phone book: aggregate contacts from multiple sources, including Facebook®.
- Quick Contacts: easily switch between communication and social applications.
- Android Market: access to more than 18,000 applications.
In addition, the Nexus One introduces new functionality and software enhancements:
- Enter text without typing.
- Use a voice-enabled keyboard for all text fields: speak a text message, instant message, tweet, Facebook update, or complete an email.
- Tell your phone what you want it to do.
- Search Google, call contacts, or get driving directions by just speaking into your phone.
- Take personalization to the next level.
- Dynamic, interactive, live wallpapers react to the touch of a finger.
- More widgets and five home screen panels allow for further device customization.
- Capture camera-quality pictures and video with your device.
- 5 megapixel camera includes LED flash, auto focus, zoom, white balance and color effects.
- View pictures and Picasa Web Albums in the new 3D Gallery.
- Record Hi-Res MPEG4 video, and then upload to YouTube with one click.
- Read your voicemail messages.
- Get transcribed voicemail with Google Voice integration, without changing your number.
Pricing, Availability, and Future Plans
Nexus One is initially available from the Google web store in the US without service for $529 or starting at $179 with a two-year contract from T-Mobile USA. In the near future, Verizon Wireless in the US and Vodafone in Europe plan to offer services to customers in their respective geographies. Today, consumers can go to www.google.com/phone to learn about the Nexus One and place an order. We will initially take orders from consumers in the US and three other markets – the UK, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
In the coming months Google plans on partnering with additional operators, offering consumers access to a broad set of service plans. In the future we expect to launch more phones with Android handset partners and to expand the web store to more countries.
About Google Inc.
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people around the world with information every day. Founded in 1998 by Stanford Ph.D. students Larry Page and Sergey Brin, Google today is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses of all sizes with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users. Google is headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia. For more information, visitwww.google.com.
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HTC and Beats by Dr. Dre
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New Generation at MWC 2011
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HTC at MWC 2011
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Introduction at MWC 2011
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HTC Flyer at MWC 2011
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Social phones at MWC 2011
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Press Event Fall 2010
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HTC Sensation Launch Event
Mission
Introduction
HTC Corp, (TAIEX: 2498) produces powerful handsets that continually push the boundaries of innovation to provide true mobile freedom.
Founded in 1997, HTC made its name as the company behind many of the most popular operator-branded devices on the market. It has established unique partnerships with key mobile brands, including the leading five operators in Europe, the top four in the US, and many fast-growing Asian operators. It has also brought products to market with industry leading OEM partners and, since June 2006, under its own HTC brand.
HTC is one of the fastest-growing companies in the mobile sector and has achieved remarkable recognition over the past couple of years. Business Week ranked HTC as the second best performing technology company in Asia in 2007 as well as giving the company the number 3 spot in its Global listing in 2006.
Since launching its own brand 18 months ago the company has introduced dozens of HTC-branded products around the world.
Products & innovation
HTC is known for its innovation. It is constantly broadening the range of devices it offers – introducing devices to support specific applications and new form factors that meet the increasingly diverse needs of its customers and partners.
HTC's product portfolio offers easy-to-use solutions that embrace the full range of mobile multimedia resources, wireless anytime and Internet on the go.
It has a rich heritage of device 'firsts':
- First color palm-size PC (1999)
- First Microsoft Pocket PC (2000)
- First Microsoft wireless Pocket PC (2002)
- First Microsoft powered Smartphone (2002)
- First Microsoft Smart Music Phone (2004)
- Large 2.8" TFT touch-screen LCD display
- First Microsoft 3G Phone (2005)
- First Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 Platform Phone (2005)
- First tri-band UMTS 3G device on the Microsoft Windows Mobile platform (2006)
- First Microsoft Windows 5.0 Smartphone (2006)
- First Tri-band UMTS PDA
- First intuitive touch screen to allow finger tip navigation (June 2007)
In early 2006, HTC launched a powerful new device with a groundbreaking form factor: the HTC Advantage. The HTC Advantage is the world’s most powerful office, boasting a 5" screen and full detachable QWERTY keyboard. This was followed in early 2007 with the introduction of the HTC Shift. Equipped with Windows Vista this device includes a brilliant 7-inch widescreen touch display and a 40 gigabyte hard drive.
HTC launched the HTC Touch™ in June 2007 as the result of extensive R&D and the conviction that fingertip control would enable more intuitive navigation. The groundbreaking HTC Touch™ is equipped with TouchFLO™ so that consumers just sweep their finger across the screen to get access to the most commonly used content, contacts and features in a simple finger flick.
HTC aims to continually develop smart new devices that empower users on the go, providing more freedom in the way they live their lives.
Pioneering through partnerships
Since its inception, HTC has pioneered the smart phone market through partnerships with Microsoft and key mobile operators. Additional strategic partnerships include: Intel, Texas Instruments and Qualcomm; some of the largest mobile operators including Orange, 02, T-Mobile, Vodafone, Cingular, Verizon, Sprint and NTT DoCoMo.
Mission & capabilities
HTC's mission is to become the leading innovative supplier of mobile information and communication devices by providing value-added design, world-class manufacturing and logistic and service capabilities.
HTC is committed to driving the growth and capabilities of smartphone technology. Since its establishment, the company has developed strong R&D capabilities, pioneered many new designs and product innovations and launched state of the art PDA phones and smartphones for operators and distributors in the global telecoms industry. It has invested in a strong R&D team accounting for 25% of the total headcount and a world-class high-volume manufacturing facility, both based in Taiwan
Executive biographies
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Cher Wang Chairman of HTCCher Wang has both extensive experience and an enviable record in the electronics industry. Her remarkable insight into technology trends and entrepreneurship has enabled her to establish a number of highly successful IT-related businesses. While working as a PC Division General Manager, Wang was a driving force behind First International Computer’s (FIC) entry into the motherboard business.. She is currently the Acting Chairperson of two Taiwan-listed companies -- High Tech Computer Corporation (HTC) and VIA Technologies, Inc. In 2005, she was selected as an Innovator in the 2005 Stars of Asia: 25 Leaders on the Forefront of Change by Business Week and was named as one of the ten executives to watch in Asia. Cher graduated from the University of California, Berkeley, and is a devout Christian. She is married with two children. |
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Peter Chou CEO of HTCPeter Chou is the Chief Executive Officer of HTC Corporation and has been with the company since its establishment in 1997. Chou strongly believes in the values of entrepreneurship and innovation. Under his leadership, Chou has led the charge to establish HTC as a global smartphone brand. With a vision for how mobile convergence could change how people live, Chou realized the tremendous potential of smartphones as he started to shape HTC’s culture of innovation more than a decade ago. Under his leadership, HTC has achieved many milestones, including the introduction of the world’s first Android and Windows Phone smartphones. He has also established strong relationships with the top mobile and technology companies including Google, Microsoft and Qualcomm as well as the world’s leading mobile operators. |
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Regarded by many as a pioneer and visionary in the mobile industry, Chou has received numerous awards including Laptop Magazine’s #5 most influential mobile executive, the prestigious Wireless Week Leadership Award for extraordinary achievements in mobile communications and T3 Magazine’s #13 most influential technology executive. In addition, HTC has received industry recognition including Business Week’s list of the top 100 global IT companies, and one of the top five technology companies in Asia. HTC has also been recognized as one of the fifty most innovative companies in the world by Fast Company Magazine and MIT Technology Review. Prior to joining HTC, Chou was a director at Digital Equipment Corporation. He graduated with an electronic engineering degree from National Taiwan Ocean University in 1985 and holds an executive MBA from National Chengchi University. He also is an alumnus of Harvard Business School’s prestigious Advanced Management Program. In his spare time, Peter enjoys reading, appreciating all forms of art, and listening to classical music. |
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Our milestone awards
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Best newly listed company in Taiwan for 2002 Asiamoney Best newly listed company in Taiwan for 2002 -
HTC Smartphone named as the best choice for 2005 T3 HTC Smartphone named as the best choice for 2005 -
A leading maker of PDAs, PDA phones, and Smartphones(2005) Wall Street Journal A leading maker of PDAs, PDA phones, and Smartphones -
Ranked No. 3 among global IT companies in the 2006 Info Tech 100 Business Week Ranked No. 3 among global IT companies in the 2006 Info Tech 100 -
Ranked No. 2 in the annual ranking of Asia's best-performing companies.(2007) Business Week Ranked No. 2 in the annual ranking of Asia's best-performing companies -
Ranked No. 10 among global IT companies in the 2008 Info Tech 100 Business Week Ranked No. 10 among global IT companies in the 2008 Info Tech 100 -
Ranked No. 13 among global IT companies in the 2009 Info Tech 100
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Tech Brand of the Year
- T3 Godget Awards 2010 T3 Tech Brand of the Year
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Device Manufacturer of the Year
- GSMA Global Mobile Awards 2011 GSMA Global Mobile Awards 2011 Device Manufacturer of the Year
- GSMA Global Mobile Awards 2011
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Most Influential Women, Cher Wang Fast Company2011 -
25 Most Influential People in Mobile Tech, Peter Chou LAPTOP2011 -
Reader’s Choice for Mobile Phones(honorable mention) PC Magazine2011 -
CTIA Honorable Mention Award(HTC EVO 3D) CNET2011 -
People’s Choice for Best Smartphone of CTIA(HTC EVO 3D) PhoneArena.com2011 -
Best of CTIA(HTC EVO 3D) Gazelle.com2011 -
CTIA Best In Show(HTC EVO 3D) PhoneArena.com2011
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Best in Show for CTIA Wireless(HTC EVO View 4G) PC World2011 -
Best of CTIA(HTC EVO View 4G) BGR2011 -
HTC Flyer ranked number 10 in T3’s ‘Hottest Gadgets in the World’ 2011 T32011 -
50 Most Innovative Companies MIT Technology Review2010 -
HTC won ‘Readers’ Choice Company of the Year’ at the Trusted Reviews Awards 2010 Trusted Reviews2010 -
Manufacturer of the Year Mobile Choice Consumer Awards2010 -
Manufacturer of the Year Mobile Entertainment Awards2010 -
Manufacturer of the Year What Mobile Awards2010 -
Phone of the Year(HTC Desire) T32010
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Best Mobile Phone(HTC Desire) Pocket-Lint Gadget Awards2010 -
Editor’s Choice Award(HTC Desire) PC Magazine2010
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The Chicago Athenaeum Good Design Award(HTC Droid Incredible) The Chicago Athenaeum2010
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Our most awarded products
Our history of firsts
- 2002 First Microsoft wireless Pocket PC
- 2002 First Microsoft powered Smartphone
- 2004 First Microsoft Smart Music Phone
- 2004 Large 2.8" TFT touch screen LCD display
- 2005 First Microsoft 3G Phone
- 2005 First Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 Platform Phone
- 2006 First tri-band UMTS 3G device on the Microsoft Windows Mobile platform
- 2006 First Microsoft Windows 5.0 Smartphone
- 2006 First Tri-band UMTS PDA
- 2007 First intuitive touch screen to allow finger tip navigation
- 2008 First Android phone (HTC dream)
- 2010 First 4G phone (EVO 4G)
PR contact
The Americas - HTC Media Relations
htcpr@wagged.com
Asia – HTC PR
EMEA - Nelson Bostock
htc@nelsonbostock.com
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