HTC Unveils Four New Smart Devices

HTC, one of the world's leading provider of Microsoft Windows Mobile devices launched this week its Q4 product portfolio. The four new additions to the HTC range are each specifically designed to appeal to new market segments, bringing the benefits of Microsoft's smart mobility to new audiences.

HTC S620 - HTC's new, super slim form factor with integrated QWERTY keyboard look perfect for email and messaging. Super sleek - just 12.8mm thin and weighing 130g with battery - this device makes light work of email and document management on the go. It is the first device to feature HTC's JOGGR touch sensitive navigation bar, ensuring easy access to a wealth of applications including: Outlook Mobile via direct Push functionality available with Windows Mobile 5.0), Word Mobile, Excel Mobile, PowerPoint Mobile and PDF viewer, literally at your fingertips. Combined with a 2.4 inch, colour, landscape screen and fully integrated QWERTY keyboard this is truly a smart messaging device. The HTC S620 quad band offers a comprehensive range of connectivity options such as: GPRS/EDGE, WiFi and Bluetooth. The device will be available across Europe from October 2006.

HTC P3300 - HTC's first dedicated navigation PDA with in-built GPS and complete with TomTom NAVIGATOR 6 software. The HTC P3300, with NAVIGATOR 6 is the ideal solution for customers who need their PDA and navigation device integrated into one personal device. 2D and 3D maps are easy to install and view using HTC's RollR (Trackball and Track Wheel) and optimized 2.8 inch sharp color screen. Retailing from October 2006, the HTC P3300 will be available with a "taster pack" of regional maps or as a full version pre-loaded with a complete set of maps for Western Europe.

HTC P3600 - HTC's next generation multimedia compact PDA with 3G connectivity and HSDPA-ready. The HTC P3600 is HTC's next generation PDA, building on its successful predecessors the Prophet and Magician. Packed with technology, the HTC P3600 is the perfect companion for work and play. Windows Mobile 5.0 keeps users up to date with emails, calendar and documents; it features 3G connectivity and is HSDPA-ready, delivering Worldwide high-speed internet connectivity wherever and whenever it's needed. With serious multi media capabilities and a 2.0 megapixel camera built in, this feature rich PDA is ideal for messaging, video, pictures and music on the go. Available in a high quality black or white glossy finish, the HTC P3600 will be available across Europe from September 2006.

HTC S310 - a small yet powerful messaging and internet smartphone for both business and consumer use. It offers affordable access to Windows Mobile 5.0 and high specification multimedia functionality. This Quad band device will be on the shelves from September 2006 in a range of colors - black, white and grey.

All devices will be available under the HTC brand as well as in customized versions for operator partners.

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