HTC announces the 8X with Windows Phone 8
Today, September 19th, HTC finally took the veil of their 8X device featuring Windows Phone 8. The device features an array of various technologies, including a 4.3” Super LCD2 display with Gorilla Glass2 at 720P resolution. In addition, the 8X features a 1.5GHz dual-core Qualcomm S4 CPU, 1GB of RAM and 16GB of non-expandable storage.
But perhaps the most interesting feature besides the included NFC and 8MP BSI camera, is the Beats audio software and hardware. The software features some advanced DSP and signal correction technology but the 8X also features a 2.55v amplifier to greatly increase sound output.
And just as important, the HTC 8X will be coming to AT&T (US) for an estimated price of $199...
Likewise, the phone features a 2MP front-facing camera with an F2 aperture and 88 degree wide-angle view, geared for better self-shots when out with friends. The camera also features HTC’s dedicated image processor for fast image rendering.
In addition to the new internal hardware, the 8X comes in four vibrant colors including California Blue, Limelight Yellow, Charcoal Black and Fire Red.
The 8X was built from the ground up as a request to HTC by Microsoft to make a whole new experience and exciting design that builds off of the Windows Phone tile system. In that sense, the phone is the first of its type and brings and exciting new look to HTC’s Windows Phone 8 series.
Full specifications:
SIZE: 132.35 x 66.2 x 10.12mm
WEIGHT: 130 grams with battery
DISPLAY: 341ppi super LCD 2 display, with Gorilla® Glass for greater durability. Optical lamination for superior sharpness & clarity plus reduced light reflection
SCREEN: 4.3-inch touch screen with HD 720p (1280x720) resolution
CPU SPEED - Qualcomm® S4 1.5 GHz dual-core processor
PLATFORM - Windows® Phone 8
SIM - Micro SIM
MEMORY
Total storage: 16 GB
RAM: 1 GB
NETWORK - HSPA/WCDM ( 850/900/1900/2100 MHz); GSM/GPRS/EDGE (850/900/1800/1900 MHz)
SENSORS
Proximity sensor
Ambient light sensor
Digital compass
G-Sensor
CONNECTIVITY
3.5 mm stereo audio jack: plug any headphones with a standard-sized 3.5mm connector
Bluetooth® 2.1 + EDR
Wi-Fi®: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n (2.4 & 5GHz)
micro-USB 2.0 (5-pin) port
NFC capable
MAIN CAMERA
8 megapixel camera with auto focus, LED flash and BSI sensor (for better low-light captures)
f/2.0 aperture and 28mm lens
1080p HD video recording with stereo sound
Dedicated HTC ImageChipTM for fast focus speed and clearer, sharper shots
Dedicated camera button
FRONT CAMERA
2.1 megapixel camera
f/2.0 aperture and ultra-wide-angle lens
1080p HD video recording
Dedicated HTC ImageChipTM for fast focus speed and clearer, sharper shots
SOUND ENHANCEMENT
Studio-quality sound with Beats Audio™ built in
Enjoy bigger sound and superior fidelity with exclusive built-in Amplifiers
BATTERY - Capacity: 1,800 mAh
HTC Announces the 8S with Windows Phone 8
Just after announcing the HTC 8X, a high-end Windows Phone from the famous smartphone OEM, the 8S comes hot on its heels for the more budget-conscious crowd.
The 8S, much like its bigger brother, features a whole new redesign for HTC in part due to the influence of the Windows Phone 8 Tile system. Featuring bold, two tone colors and a curved, rounded back, the 8S series certainly stands out from the crowd.
While the specs may not impress our enthusiast readers, the phones due still pack a nice punch and more importantly, a great experience.
The 8S features a 4” WVGA (800x480) display with slightly curved Gorilla Glass and Super LCD2. The phone weighs in at an ultra-light 113 grams, comes with Beats Audio (software, no amplifier) and a 5MP shooter and front facing camera. The phone does lack NFC and some more advanced features, but does have expandable memory on board for those who need a little extra space in addition to the 4GB of included storage. The device tops of with 512MB of RAM.
From our brief experience with it, we loved the color schemes and to be honest, we barely noticed the 800x480 screen, partially due to the Super LCD2 screen quality. Once again, for our enthusiast crowd, the 8X is the better choice, but don’t knock the 8S until you’ve seen it…it’s quite the looker and should do well for those look for a more casual smartphone experience.
Full specifications:
SIZE: 120.5 x 63 x 10.28mm
WEIGHT: 113 grams with battery
DISPLAY: super LCD display, with Gorilla® Glass for greater durability
SCREEN: 4-inch touch screen with WVGA (800x 480) resolution
CPU SPEED - Qualcomm® S4 1 GHz dual-core
PLATFORM - Windows® Phone 8
SIM –MicroSIM
MEMORY
Total storage: 4 GB
RAM: 512 MB
EXPANSION SLOT
MicroSD card
NETWORK - HSPA/WCDMA (Europe/Asia: 900/2100 MHz); GSM/GPRS/EDGE (850/900/1800/1900 MHz)
SENSORS
Proximity sensor
Ambient light sensor
G-Sensor
GPS - Internal GPS antenna with GLONASS
CONNECTIVITY
3.5 mm stereo audio jack : plug any headphones with a standard-sized 3.5mm connector
Bluetooth® 2.1 + EDR
Wi-Fi®: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n (2.4GHz)
CAMERA
5 megapixel camera with auto focus and LED flash
f/2.8 aperture and 35mm lens
720p HD video recording with stereo sound
Dedicated camera button
SOUND ENHANCEMENT - Studio-quality sound with Beats Audio™ built in
BATTERY - Capacity: 1,700 mAh
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