The Touch HD is storming the Windows Mobile stage to leave a footprint the size of half the HTC portfolio. Not so long ago we saw Windows Mobile changing for the better thanks to the TouchFLO 3D, The latest flagship gets things even hotter with a multimedia twist. And the new screen… well, beauty’s in the numbers.

Looks like all that stands between the Touch HD and legend is the actual performance. A bold statement it is, so what we’re about to do is push it to its limits. An unforgiving spec sheet calls for unforgiving scrutiny. Join us as we set sail to explore the HTC Touch HD big sway and little secrets.

Specifications according to the Manufacturer:

Model	HTC Touch HD™ T8282
Processor	Qualcomm® MSM 7201A™ 528 MHz
Operating System	Windows Mobile® 6.1 Professional
Memory	ROM: 512 MB RAM: 288 MB
Dimensions	115 mm x 62.8 mm x 12 mm (4.358 in x 2.4722 in x 0.47 in)
Weight	147 grams (5.185 ounces) with battery
Display	3.8-inch TFT-LCD flat touch-sensitive screen with 480 x 800 WVGA resolution
Network	HSDPA/WCDMA: ·     Europe/Asia: 900/2100 MHz ·     Up to 2 Mbps up-link and 7.2 Mbps down-link speeds Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE: ·     Europe/Asia: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz (Band frequency, HSUPA availability, and data speed are operator dependent.)
Device Control	·     HTC TouchFLO™ 3D ·     Touch-sensitive front panel buttons
GPS	GPS
Connectivity	Bluetooth® 2.0 with Enhanced Data Rate and A2DP for wireless stereo headsets Wi-Fi®: IEEE 802.11 b/g HTC ExtUSB™ (11-pin mini-USB 2.0)
Camera	Main camera: 5 megapixel color camera with auto focus Second camera: VGA CMOS color camera
Audio	Built-in 3.5 mm audio jack, microphone, speaker, and FM radio Ring tone formats: ·     AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, AMR-NB, AMR-WB, QCP, MP3, WMA, WAV ·     40 polyphonic and standard MIDI format 0 and 1 (SMF)/SP MIDI
Battery	Rechargeable Lithium-ion polymer battery Capacity: 1350 mAh Talk time: ·     Up to 420 minutes for WCDMA ·     Up to 480 minutes for GSM Standby time: ·     Up to 680 hours for WCDMA ·     Up to 440 hours for GSM Video call time: Up to 140 minutes (The above are subject to network and phone usage.)
Expansion Slot	microSD™ memory card (SD 2.0 compatible)
AC Adapter	Voltage range/frequency: 100 ~ 240V AC, 50/60 Hz DC output: 5V and 1A
Special Features	FM Radio, G-Sensor

More elaborate Description of the phone

The HTC Touch HD is claimed to be the best smartphone in the market today and one of the iPhone 3G killer. HTC has announced the official release date of November 6th, 2008. As a reminder, the HTC Touch HD measures 11.5cm x 6.3cm x 1.2cm and weights at 146 grams. The handset features a 3.8 inch screen, a 5MP camera with autofocus, TouchFLO 3D interface, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.0, microSD/SDHC storage, integrated GPS/AGPS and sports Quad Band GSM and WCDMA/HSDPA.

 The Touch HD took the industry by surprise back at the beginning of September when some leaked pictures and very few details showed up on various Internet tech sites, but one thing was for sure, the screen was looking very special indeed.  When HTC confirmed the release of the Touch HD just over a week afterwards, we had our hopes confirmed too; it would feature a WVGA 480×800 screen!

OK, so it may not be true high definition resolution, but in mobile phone terms, this was a huge step forward, especially as the all-important 800 pixel width is perfect for viewing many websites in landscape mode.  The massive 3.8″ screen size is important too, as it beats not only the majority of its competitors but retains the same overall footprint too, including that of the Apple iPhone 3G.

The super-clear screen displays the latest TouchFLO 3D software from HTC, which overlays their currently preferred Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional operating system.  The TouchFLO 3D system works by scrolling a bar with your finger to access major functions from the Home screen in an attempt to hide Windows Mobile as much as possible.  HTC have even bundled the Opera Mini browser in order to avoid the need to use Internet Explorer.

Unlike previous Touch handsets, the Touch HD contains all the major functions of a top range modern smart phone.  It’s a 3G mobile with HSDPA support and Wi-Fi connectivity, there’s built-in GPS with Google Maps, a 5 megapixel camera with selectable autofocus, FM RDS radio, MP3, YouTube and video player plus a 3.5mm jack plug for your own headphones.

The touchscreen smart phone market is getting very crowded and despite the Touch HD’s amazing screen, it’s still going to have some tough competition.  If you aren’t an iPhone 3G fan, then the Samsung Omnia is one of the most complete packages available and a superb choice, while the LG Renoir KC910 boasts an 8 megapixel camera but no 3.5mm jack plug.  Nokia haven’t embraced the touchscreen as yet, but you would be wise to check out both the N85 and N96 before the purchase of any smart phone today.  It’s not going to be an easy decision, but it’ll certainly be a fun one!

 Price of HTC Touch HD india(mumbai)= Rs. 49999 MRP (may vary with time and place.)