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HTC Hero review

HTC Hero
 
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Verdict:

The new Hero is fast, with a good screen and camera, and Android's unrestrictive software is complemented by HTC's Sense apps and interface.

Review Date: 16 Nov 2009

Price when reviewed: £361

Supplier: http://www.lambda-tek.com/componentshop

Reviewed By: Barry de la Rosa

Our Rating 5 stars out of 5

User Rating 4 stars out of 5

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Part Code 99HHM005-00
Review Date 16 Nov 2009
Price £361
Rating ***** stars out of 5
Award Best Buy

Hardware

Main display size 3.2in
Native resolution 320x480
Second Display No
CCD effective megapixels 5-megapixel
Video recording format 3GP
Connectivity Bluetooth, WiFi, USB
GPS yes
Internal memory 288MB
Memory card support microSDHC
Memory card included 2048MB
Operating frequencies GSM 850/900/1800/1900, 3G 900/2100
Wireless data EDGE, WCDMA, HSDPA
Size 112x56x14mm
Weight 135g

Features

Operating system Android 1.6
Microsoft Office compatibility Word/Excel/PowerPoint viewers
Email client POP3/IMAP/Exchange
Audio format support MP3, AAC, AAC+, AAC-LC, AMR-NB, WAV, MIDI, WMA
Video playback formats MPEG4, H.264, H.263
FM Radio no
Web Browser Webkit
Accessories headset, USB data cable, travel mains adapter
Talk time 7.8 hours
Standby time 31.3 days
Tested battery life (MP3 playback) 15h 16m

Buying Information

SIM-free price £361
Price on contract £49 on £29-per-month, 18-month contract
SIM-free supplier www.lambdatek.co.uk/componentshop/
Contract/prepay supplier www.orange.co.uk
Details www.htc.com
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