HTC Hero review
Network and connections
The third Smartphone from HTC with Android platform by Google has been born. It is ready to amaze every type of user just like its predecessors. First of all, in terms of technical features the Hero is equipped with a Quadband GSM receiver, able to offer optimal coverage in any part of the world. Obviously the predispositions for internet traffic are absolutely advanced. In fact there is an HSDPA and HSUPA modem, extremely fast in both download and upload. This way you can open pages quickly via the HTML browser, as well as send files directly onto the network. Furthermore it is possible to take advantage of distributed networks with Wi-Fi. Or even exchange data via Bluetooth or USB cable.
Design and features
The design is minimal, with clean and elegant lines. The style vaguely recalls that of the Apple iPhone. The rounded edges make the grip safer and more comfortable. The body is one-piece, with compact dimensions: 14.4 mm thick for 135 grams of weight. The front hosts the large screen, a 3.2-inch TFT capable of displaying up to 65,000 colors. It is equipped with Touch Screen technology, to offer absolute control potential. Just below are some function keys that help in managing the device.
Main features
The HTC Hero, unlike the Magic and Dream, is equipped with an innovative graphic platform, which together with Android make every operation absolutely advanced and high-performing. We are talking about HTC Sense, a new 3D platform that will most likely replace TouchFlo 3D. The content is even more interactive and enriched, while also increasing ease of use and intuitiveness. All the most common management functions, as well as Google content, such as YouTube, Google Maps, and support for Instant Messaging. To write text messages a keyboard is used that appears on the Touch display. It is equipped with assisted writing, so you can quickly compose SMS, multimedia messages and E-mail. Managing attachments in the most common formats is also easy. The purely telephone aspect offers speakerphone, voice recorder and support for multiconferencing. A front-facing camera is great for video calls.
Entertainment and multimedia
The entertainment features are also decidedly excellent. A 5 megapixel camera takes perfect photographs in any condition, thanks to Flash and Zoom, as well as dedicated acquisition functions. You can also record videos. The multimedia player faithfully reproduces audio and video files in various formats, to always offer a moment of entertainment. The available memory is truly ample in standard configuration: 288 MB, further expandable via microSD type cards. Furthermore there is a GPS receiver to integrate satellite functions. Battery life is impressive: as much as 750 hours in Stand-by, operating in 3G.