HTC Hero (White)

Overview of HTC Hero (White)

The HTC Hero has won the following awards - What better proof of just how good this device is.

• Gadget of the Year – Stuff Awards
• Phone of the Year – Mobile Choice Consumer Awards
• Gadget of the Year – T3 Awards
• Phone of the Year – T3 Awards
• Best Smartphone – What Mobile Awards

A new era in smartphone communication and connectivity is here.  The Hero is the first unlocked SIM Free Google Android smartphone.

A compact, yet powerful device, the HTC Hero feels good in the hand, and great when held to the ear, thanks to the bold, yet stylish 'chin' that the device has.

A customised 'Sense' interface has been installed by HTC, making the interaction with the Hero feel more natural and intuitive.  The open platform makes customisation and personalisation simple.  Add applications, take photos, connect to your social networks or navigate from A to B, all from the palm of your hand.

The Hero is all about you.  Whether you intend to use it for personal or business, with the HTC Hero and the Android platform you can easily connect to your contacts, calendar and other Google services thanks to the integrated Google support.

Download emails to your device, whether it be your personal account with a third party provider, Google Mail or your companys exchange server you need to connect to, it is all possible on the Hero.

The touch screen (wih an anti-fingerprint coating) offers a responsive mechanism for text and data entry, whilst a trackball and designated buttons offers simple access to the most common applications and features.

The on board 5 megapixel camera, is perfect for capturing those moments.  A still image or a video, upload the footage to your social network account from wherever you are.  Using the WiFi or 3G/HSDPA connection, you can log into your online account, upload the content and share with the world. The Hero even has Flash support for those online sites and pages you previously could not view on your older smartphone!

Your friends are in town and they call you to meet them.  Only problem is your not too sure how to get there.  No problem, just access the Google Maps application and navigate with ease. 

When the day is done and you just want to kick back and forget, then connect your headphones to the 3.5mm audio jack and  listen to your favourite music or watch a movie that is stored on the microSD card you have installed into the device.  

Features of HTC Hero (White)

• Google Android Operating System
• Microsoft Exchange Server Support
• HTC Sense Interface
• 528Mhz Processor
• 3G Connectivity
• G Sensor
• 3.5mm Audio Jack
• 1340mAh Battery
• 3.2" Display
• MicroSDHC Card Slot

What's in the box of HTC Hero (White)?

• HTC Hero (White)
• Quick start guide
• Travel charger (UK)
• USB data/Sync cable
• Standard battery
• Wired stereo headset, with 3.5mm connector
• Accessory leaflet
• 2 GB microSD card

Technical Specification of HTC Hero (White)

Operating System -
Google Android

Processor -
Qualcomm MSM7200A 528 MHz

Memory -
ROM: 512 MB
RAM: 288 MB

Display -
3.2-inch TFT-LCD touch-sensitive screen with 320x480 HVGA resolution

Contract -
No Contract SIM Free/Unlocked

Network -
HSPA/WCDMA:
900/2100 MHz
Up to 2 Mbps up-link and 7.2 Mbps down-link speeds

Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE:
850/900/1800/1900 MHz
(Band frequency and data speed are operator dependent.)

Connectivity -
Bluetooth 2.0 with Enhanced Data Rate and A2DP for wireless stereo headsets
Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11 b/g
HTC ExtUSB (11-pin mini-USB 2.0 and audio jack in one)
3.5 mm audio jack

GPS -
Internal GPS antenna with Google Maps Pre-installed

Audio -
3.mm Audio Jack
Supported Formats - MP3, AAC(AAC, AAC+, AAC-LC), AMR-NB, WAV, MIDI and Windows Media Audio 9)

Expansion Slot -
MicroSDHC Memory Card Slot (Support up to 16GB) (SD 2.0 compatible)

Camera -
5.0 megapixel color camera with auto focus

Device Control -
Trackball with Enter button

Talk Time –
Up to 420 minutes for WCDMA
Up to 470 minutes for GSM

Standby Time –
Up to 750 hours for WCDMA
Up to 440 hours for GSM

Battery -
1340mAh Rechargeable Lithium-ion 

Dimensions -
112 x 56.2 x 14.35 mm ( 4.41 x 2.21 x 0.57 inches)

Weight -
135 grams ( 4.76 ounces) with battery

Other -
G-sensor
Digital Compass
 

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"yehh i ordered to by this phone iam sure its the best phone now it the world it will be iphone killer which i am using now :)"
saud (bahrain)

"I fall in love with Hero from one sight, and I'm totally agree with said above. only one mobile which can beat it is again brand HTC with codename Nexus and I got it yesterday and very happy it is really awesome. people from HTC just push and you will move IPhone from it's place down. Good luck! "
Rustam (now in Dubai)

"The htc hero as a whole has brilliant potential being a halo product for google/htc- to make comparisons is inevitable but they are to individual products in their own right! both have pro s and con s.... it s up to the individual to go with the popularist s choice or be their own person and look and buy the bestproduct on merit and not to improve their social popularity! Guys be your own selves!"
ISIAH (London)

"I made so many (net) research about this phone and i'm fully convinced- as per the net- and now it's time to test. I ordered already and waiting for it. By the way, this was the cheapest price I found on the net..."
Khalid Neberay (Jeddah, Saudi arabia)

"many reviews I have read state that it could be a great phone but the processor is too slow. Can anyone with it confirm?"
HD (Dubai)

"The Phone is Great... Screen resolution is great also... Just need Arabic Support "
Mazin (Oman)

"This phone is AWESOME, it just dares to be different from every prospective. From the way it looks to the amazing user interface, flexibility and net-centric operation. There's nothing quite like it on the market!"
Kenny (Leeds, UK)

"Im going to get this phone"
Devonte (USa)

"I finally got the HTC Hero & it it exceeded my expectations! I've read & watched a LOT of reviews. Regarding the claim that the Hero is slow, believe me it's totally not. It's very smooth and responsive. 1st time android user, and let me tell you, this platform rocks & HTC did a great job making the interface very polished & more functional. Waiting for the coming firmware update which will make the HTC Hero even faster & more responsive. This is my 2nd purchase from Clove, so I would like to thank Clove team for their quick response,credibility, and fast delivery. I will sure recommend Clove to all my friends :)"
Haitham (Saudi Arabia)

"Looks amazing, encouraged by Phone Arena's review of GSM version. Does anyone know what U.S. carriers the Hero will work with right now, unlocked?"
Ian (New England, USA)

"HD .. NO, phone is very nice i have seen many reviews its so great and defiantly it will beat iphone which i got it now and i switch to htc hero. "
saud (bahrain)

"Best fone out by far got everything u need in the palm of ya hand"
wayne (norwich)

"This phone is so good I'm replacing my iPhone with it."
Fez (Australia)

"I dream this phone every day......It's wonderful, I've read everything about it and it seems uncredible"
Gius (Italy)

"I have been waiting for this to come out ever since its release first leaked.. Definately closest competitor to iPhone! For the features it offers and non-restrictive apps it is the best choice out of everything available in the market at the moment!"
Najeeb (Australia)

"Excellent phone, fast and very sensitive touch screen. The only problem for me and many users is that it lacks Arabic language support. Hope this will be solved in the comming updates."
Mustafa (Saudi)

"Two days ago he received a phone HTCHiro from the site and method of delivery is very impressive and excellent terms and I have the device during the 6 days and the expected time between 5-10 days and the I have the same specifications Tlapthaana recommend everyone buy from this site, where it is safe and has the credibility as well as the speed of the response and follow-up requests Greetings for the management of the site Dr: Youssef "
dr.yousef (al-fintas (Kuwait))

"Such great phone.im sure it's the best phone in the world. no one else can beat the HERO."
Alvin (Shanghai China)

"Phone is perfect IMO, I also have an X1 and an iPhone so don`t put words in my mouth. Sense UI is what I have been waiting for, and HELL NO it is NOT slow. People who say this phone is slow are those that CAN NOT afford it. I would rate this phone a 9! Delivery and price by Clove to the USA is 2nd to none, lowest price and 3 day shipping - You can`t beat that!"
Jet Abella (Washington DC USA)

"I can confirm that the phone is a bit slow. Having to wait a few seconds to get into an application is annoying but can be lived with. What is less bearable is the combination of touch screen and slow response which leaves you wondering if the phone noticed your button presses or not. Android itself is nice but after a few months wi1th this phone I am very disappointed."
Greg (London)

"this is very nice "
Usman Gillani (united kingdom)

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