Sprint to Launch HTC Touch Pro2 on September 8

Wireless carrier Sprint announced on Monday that it would soon launch on its network one of the hottest mobile phones on the market, which runs under Microsoft's Windows Mobile operating system and is called the HTC Touch Pro2. According to the company, the new device comes towards its subscribers with a wide range of functionalities, entertainment applications, such as Sprint TV, the already popular TouchFLO user interface, as well as Sprint exclusive apps like NFL Mobile Live and NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile.

The HTC Touch Pro2 comes with a 3.6-inch WVGA touch screen, a slide-out QWERTY keypad, Wi-Fi connectivity, and support for high-speed 3G EVDO Rev. A connectivity on Sprint's network. The handset is expected to become available for purchase starting with September 8, via Sprint telesales, sales representatives and the operator's website. The price tag for the device has been set at $349.99 upon the signing of a 2-year contract with the carrier and after a $100 mail-in rebate.

“More than ever, today’s wireless customers expect to stay productive whether they are on the road or in the office,” said Kevin Packingham, senior vice president of Product Development for Sprint. “HTC Touch Pro2 on America’s most dependable 3G network1 makes that a reality. And with Sprint’s Simply Everything plans, which include voice minutes, messaging and data for one low price, we let customers focus on all their phone can deliver.”

Some of the features that are meant to make the HTC Touch Pro2 one of the best choices on the market include the TouchFLO 3D user interface, which makes connecting with friends, colleagues or customers easy and intuitive, the Straight Talk technology with dual speakers, International quad-band capability (CDMA, GSM), Opera browser, Facebook integration, stereo Bluetooth wireless technology, built-in 3.5 mm audio jack, a 3.2 megapixel camera with video recording capabilities and a microSD memory card slot for additional storage space.

“Unlike devices that focus solely on specifications, HTC Touch Pro2 was designed with the philosophy that people should be at the center of the communications experience,” said Jason Mackenzie, vice president of HTC America. “So, instead of having to search through multiple applications to find a specific message, HTC Touch Pro2 intuitively organizes all communications, whether voice, text or e-mail, under a single contact card.”