HTC P3300 review
Network and connections
HTC entered the market offering complete devices dedicated to Business users. Devices capable of integrating phone functions with those of a PDA, so as to have every work tool close at hand. The P3300 was one of the company's first models. It integrates a GSM Quadband network receiver, able to guarantee optimal coverage, even though it lacks UMTS support. The internal GPRS modem allows you to freely browse the Internet, opening pages via the HTML browser. Handy is the Bluetooth for exchanging files with other devices, or again the Wi-Fi for connecting to distributed networks.
Design and features
The shapes of this HTC P3300 immediately bring to mind an office PDA, with the large screen on the front and a large directional pad at the bottom. The latter helps with managing functions, together with the specific keys. The display is an LCD of a full 2.8 inches, capable of displaying up to 256,000 colors; it is also equipped with Touch Screen technology. The dimensions are in line with direct competitors, with a thickness of 16.8 mm and a weight of 127 grams. Comfortable to hold, thanks to the rounded edges, it doesn't force compromises in order to have portability.
Main features
A Smartphone equipped with the Windows Mobile 5.0 PocketPC platform, with complete and customizable management features. Contact list, appointment organizer, alarm clock, calculator and stopwatch are the basic applications. Java support also allows expansion according to one's needs. Handy is the management of various E-mail accounts, to check mail messages on the go. Support for Office and PDF documents also allows you to view and edit attachments. You can also contact friends via Instant Messaging. For the voice sector there are the speakerphone, the voice recorder and multiconference support.
Entertainment and multimedia
Why go without multimedia applications in a primarily business device? In moments of leisure, a portable everyday tool can prove to be an excellent companion. So here the P3300 is also equipped with a 2 megapixel camera, to capture images whenever needed. In addition, the QCIF camcorder with built-in zoom allows you to record short videos. The memory available to the user is 64 MB, expandable up to 2 GB via microSD cards. Your favorite audio and video files are always with you too, to be played back with Windows Media Player. There is also an AM/FM radio tuner, complete with RDS function. The P3300 is also the first HTC device to integrate a GPS receiver, in order to offer the TomTom satellite navigator.