T-Mobile HD2 review
Network and connections
A high-end phone, offered by T-Mobile in collaboration with HTC and ready to meet the needs of any user, including Business users. The network receiver is a GSM Quadband, on frequencies of 850, 900, 1800 and 1900 MHz. The fast internal modem with HSDPA technology allows you to quickly open Web pages, through the dedicated HTML browser. In the presence of Wi-Fi networks it is also possible to connect directly, thanks to the built-in antenna. There's also the convenient Bluetooth for sharing files with compatible devices, as well as the USB data output.
Design and features
Elegant and refined, with glossy black surfaces for an important touch of class. The HD2 immediately appears captivating to the user's eyes, with absolutely clean lines. The front houses the large 4.3-inch TFT screen, capable of displaying up to 65,000 colors. It is equipped with the Sense UI interface, able to offer simple and immediate usability thanks to Capacitive Touch Screen technology. The device's dimensions are compact, with a thickness of 11 mm and a weight of 157 grams.
Main features
The HD2 features the Windows Mobile 6.5 Professinal platform, offering advanced features for Business users, but simple to use to adapt to less demanding needs. The classic management tools are complete and it is possible to expand the available applications thanks to Java support, which allows the installation of compatible software. The readiness for network content is high, as is the management of Facebook and Twitter Social Networks. Or watching videos on YouTube, as well as communicating with friends on the network through Instant Messaging. E-mail management is also excellent, with the ability to view and edit Office and PDF documents. There are numerous dedicated T-Mobile services: Blockbusters, Barnes&Nobl and many others. For the telephone aspect there's the speakerphone, the voice recorder and support for video calling.
Entertainment and multimedia
A high-end phone doesn't miss anything in its features. Here then is a 5 megapixel digital camera, which allows you to capture precious moments in perfect images, as well as record videos. The dedicated functions range from autofocus, to Zoom, to Flash up to Geo-Tagging. The latter is made possible by the presence of the GPS receiver, which also allows the HD2 to be used as a satellite navigator. The available memory is generous, expandable at will with microSD cards. Favorite music and videos will always be in your pocket, ready to be played with Windows Media Player. The battery life declared by the manufacturer is excellent, up to 480 hours in Stand-by.