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Verizon Wireless Introduces The HTC Touch Pro2

Kim Poh Liaw — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 03:52:24 +0000

Verizon Wireless and HTC introduce the HTC Touch Pro2, a global-capable smartphone designed for the busiest professionals and world travelers. The HTC Touch Pro2 features an extra-large 3.6-inch touch screen that tilts to an optimal viewing angle, an ergonomic slide-out QWERTY keyboard, and an advanced speakerphone with asymmetric speakers and advanced noise suppression. Beginning Friday, the HTC Touch Pro2 will be available for $199.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate with a new two-year customer agreement on a voice plan with an e-mail feature or e-mail plan.

Key specifications and features:

Global connectivity (GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 MHz WCDMA/HSPA 2100 MHz)
Wi-Fi capabilities (802.11 b/g)
3.6 inch WVGA resolution (480 x 800) tilting touch screen
3.2 megapixel auto-focus camera with video capture
Touch-sensitive zoom bar
Bluetooth® 2.1 with EDR and A2DP stereo
Processor: Qualcomm MSM 7600A, 528 MHz
Memory: 512 MB ROM, 288 MB RAM
Dimensions: 4.57” x 2.33” x .68” (length x width x height)
Weight: 6.3 ounces (with standard battery)
Extended 1500 mAh battery for longer operation times
Up to 5.3 hours of talk time (CDMA) or up to 13.5 days of standby time (CDMA)
3.5 mm audio jack
expandable microSD memory
Built-in GPS for VZ Navigator, VZ Navigator Global and other location-based services and applications

Sprint’s HTC Touch Pro2 Goes on Sale from September 8th

Kim Poh Liaw — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:36 +0000

Sprint and HTC has announced that it will bring the HTC Touch Pro2 to the CDMA network this month with Windows Mobile 6.1. Other than the HTC TouchFLO user interface, the Touch Pro2 also pre-installed with applications, including Sprint TV with live and on-demand programming, and Sprint’s exclusive sports applications NFL Mobile Live and NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile. The smartphone will be available from September 8th for $349.99 with a two-year service agreement and after $100 mail-in rebate.

The HTC Touch Pro2 features a large 3.6-inch WVGA variable-angle tilting touch screen and an ultra-wide, slide-out keyboard that is larger than its predecessor. Additional business features available on HTC Touch Pro2 include International Quad-Band capability (CDMA, GSM); Straight Talk Technology with dual speakers; dual microphones and a mute button to provide a professional speakerphone experience; full HTML browser from Opera; stereo Bluetooth wireless technology; WorldCard Mobile Business Card Scanner; Facebook integration; and Linked inboxes, which easily link personal and work contacts.

[via slashgear]

T-Mobile USA Debuts HTC Touch Pro2 in US

Kim Poh Liaw — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 14:02:21 +0000

T-Mobile USA and HTC today announced the upcoming availability of the HTC Touch Pro2, featuring the TouchFLO 3D UI, built in GPS, WiFi, 3.2 megapixel camera and a 3.6-inch WVGA touch screen. Unlike the CDMA version, the Touch Pro2 does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack and you will have to use the extUSB connector instead for the headset. The device will be available in a mocha finish beginning today for $349.99 with a 2-year service contract.

[via slashgear]

HTC Release New Hotfix for HTC Touch Pro2 on SMS Issue

Kim Poh Liaw — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 05:44:19 +0000

If you are having problem in sending sms to mobile number that needs a “+” prefix in front, you will most likely need this hot fix to use the sms messaging with the TouchFLO 3D interface. HTC has posted a list of the application ROM version here, you will also need to re-apply the hotfix whenever you hard reset your phone.

Other than the sms fixing, there is also another hot fix which will enhance the GPS seeking on your Touch Pro2. This hotfix only can be applied for ROM version lower then 1.21.000.0. Read the GPS hotfix for Touch Pro2 here.

HTC Touch Pro2 Going to T-Mobile USA

Kim Poh Liaw — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 07:40:56 +0000

T-Mobile USA and HTC today announced that it will start offering the HTC Touch Pro2 beginning Aug. 12. The HTC Touch Pro2 is powered by HTC’s TouchFLO 3D interface, has a sliding QWERTY keyboard, 3.2 megapixel camera, bluetooth, WiFi and built in GPS. The device is ship with Windows Mobile 6.1, though, it is not sure if Windows Mobile 6.5 upgrade is included in the future.

[via gizmodo]

HTC Adding 3.5mm Headphone Jack to CDMA HTC Touch Pro2

Kim Poh Liaw — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 03:44:48 +0000

HTC seems to be adding an extra 3.5mm headphone jack to the HTC Touch Pro2, which is discovered on the CDMA version for Telus Canada. It is placed beside the original ExtUSB port, giving a convenient access for earphones connection. Unfortunately the GSM version will not have this add on, music audio connection will have to rely on the ExtUSB port or the wireless bluetooth.

[via phonemag]

Rumor: HTC Touch Pro2 Getting Ready for Verizon Wireless

Kim Poh Liaw — Tue, 26 May 2009 06:19:12 +0000

With the HTC Touch Pro2 going to Sprint and AT&T network in US, a spy photo of the Touch Pro2 with Verizon Wireless branding is indicating an upcoming releases of the smartphone for its subsribers. Featuring a sliding QWERTY keyboard, the Touch Pro2 has an improved TouchFLO 3D and a new HTC Push Internet technology. It also has the new Straight Talk technology, delivers an integrated email, voice and speakerphone experience. There is no estimated release date leaked at the moment.

[via d474rpr]

Rumor: Diamond2 and Touch Pro2 Reaching AT&T as HTC Warhawk and HTC Fortress

Kim Poh Liaw — Tue, 26 May 2009 03:04:46 +0000

Available worldwide as HTC Diamond2 and Touch Pro2, AT&T in US is launching it with a code called HTC Warhawk (Touch Diamond2) and HTC Fortress (Touch Pro2). The leaked info has planned the HTC Fortress to be released on May 25th, it looks like it has been postponed to a later date as we have yet to see an official announcement. The HTC Warhawk, in the other hand, is planned with an August launch date after the Fortress.

[via engadgetmobile]

Leaked Photos of HTC Touch Pro2 for Sprint Posted

Kim Poh Liaw — Wed, 20 May 2009 04:08:31 +0000

Coming in Q3 this year, the HTC Touch Pro2/HTC Rhodium is going to Sprint network in US according to the Sprint’s 2009 devices roadmap. First live photos of the Sprint version are posted on sprintusers forum and the poster is expecting it to be released in mid-June, after the Palm Pre released date. More photos inside.

[via engadgetmobile]