HTC Desire S Overview
The HTC Desire S follows the success of the highly popular HTC Desire. Like the HTC Legend before it is sculpted out of a single block of aluminium. This makes for an elegant and robust design which is both eye-catching and functional. It benefits from the inclusion of a 1GHz Snapdragon processor which ensures a smooth and productive experience.
Excelling in multimedia the HTC Desire S is capable of high definition video recording and high quality photos with its 5 Megapixel camera. These can be viewed on the stunning 3.7” WVGA display which is also ideal for web browsing. The result is your web browsing is a productive and more enjoyable experience.
A VGA front facing camera is integrated into the design of the HTC Desire S. This enables the ability to have video chats with your friends and family. Don’t just talk to your friends and family, why not see them?
The Android operating system with HTC Sense ensures that you are always at the heart of your social circle. With Facebook updates and tweets being connected with your friends contact details,so that you always know what is happening and can interact. Enjoy having your phone just the way you like? With Android you can customise the interface and have it work your way. Want an additional application? There are thousands of applications available on the Android Marketplace to provide further features and customization.
HTC Desire S Features
- 1GHz 8255 Snapdragon Processor
- Stunning Aluminium Design
- Android with HTC Sense
- 3.7” Touch Screen Display
- 1.1GB of Internal Storage
- VGA Front Facing Camera
HTC Desire S Box Contents
- HTC Desire S
- Standard battery
- 8GB MicroSDHC memory card
- Stereo headset
- 3 pin UK mains power adaptor
- MicroUSB data cable
- Documentation
| SIM Free & Unlocked | Yes |
| Operating System | Android |
| 2.3 Gingerbread | |
| HTC Sense | |
| Processor | |
| 1GHz | |
| Snapdragon 8255 | |
| Expansion Slot | Yes |
| MicroSDHC | |
| 32GB | |
| RAM | 768 MB |
| ROM | |
| Internal Storage | Yes |
| 1.1GB | |
| Display/Screen | |
| Yes | |
| 3.7 | |
| WVGA | |
| 480 x 800 | |
| GSM/GPRS | Yes |
| 850/900/1800/1900 MHz | |
| 3G/HSPA | Yes |
| 900/2100 MHz | |
| 5.76 Mbps Upload and 14.4 Mbps Download | |
| 4G | |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| 2.1 with Enhanced Data Rate | |
| FTP, OP, A2DP, PBAP | |
| WiFi | Yes |
| IEEE 802.11 b/g/n | |
| DLNA | Yes |
| Ports | |
| MicroUSB (USB2.0) | |
| MicroUSB (USB 2.0) | |
| 3.5mm StereoAudio Jack | |
| Yes | |
| Device Controls | |
| GPS | Yes |
| Internal | |
| Google Maps | |
| Camera | Yes |
| 5 | |
| Auto Focus and flash | |
| Front Facing Camera | Yes |
| VGA | |
| Sensors | |
| Yes | |
| Yes | |
| Yes | |
| Yes | |
| Audio | |
| add,amr,ogg,m4a,mid,mp3,wav,wma (Windows Media Audio 9) | |
| amr | |
| Video | |
| 3gp,3g2,mkp4,wmv (Windows Media Video 9), avi(MP4 ASP and MP3), xvid(MP4 ASP and MP3) | |
| 3gp | |
| Near Field Communication | |
| FM Radio | |
| Battery | |
| 1450 mAh | |
| Lithium Ion | |
| Yes | |
| Call Time | |
| 590 Minutes (subject to network and phone usage) | |
| 490 Minutes (subject to network and phone usage) | |
| Standby Time | |
| 430 Hours (subject to network and phone usage) | |
| 455 Hours (subject to network and phone usage) | |
| Dimensions | 115 x 59.8 x 11.63 mm |
| Weight | 130 grams (4.59 ounces) |
| Software | Google Services including Google Calendar, Google Maps and many others |
| Other | |
| Warranty | 24 months |
The following is a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about this product. Hopefully you will find the answer to your question, if not, use the contact form below and we shall answer it for you.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes - If you are located outside of the UK you may want to take a look at our list of FAQs for international customers on the following link:http://www.clove.co.uk/international-customers.aspx
Is this phone SIM FREE and Unlocked?
Yes, this phone is unlocked and can be used with networks around the world. Do check the specifications to ensure compatibility in your region with your network provider. No SIM card or contract applies to this phone.
Is this phone brand new?
Yes. Unless the description of the product suggests otherwise (I.e. EX-DEMO) then this product is brand new and has not been used before.
Is there any network/operator branding?
No - There is only the manufacturers branding.
Does the phone have a standard SIM card slot or a Micro SIM slot?
It has a standard SIM card slot
Does the phone have a Micro SDHC/memory card slot?
Yes
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