HTC Desire 500 with quad-core processor, Android 4.2 announced today
Are you thinking of buying a new mid-range smartphone? Then, you are at the right place. HTC has officially launched Desire 500 smartphone that comes with many trendy features and specs. Read this article to know its full features, specifications, price and availability.
The Taiwanese handset maker, HTC has officially launched its latest smartphone called the Desire 500 in Taiwan. It seems the company is very keen on expanding its 'One' and 'Desire' series. Recently, we have seen HTC One mini smartphone that features a dual-core processor, from the company. The HTC Desire 500 is a new addition to its Desire series of smartphones. The device is considered to be a mid-ranged smartphone that is straightly targeted at the younger consumers and the office-goers.
The new HTC Desire 500 comes with 4.3-inch display, quad-core Snapdragon 200 processor, Android 4.2 and many more. Are you excited to know the full specifications, features, price and availability of this new HTC Desire 500 smartphone? If yes, then what are you waiting for? Let us review and discuss its features and specifications in detail, below.Features and specifications of HTC Desire 500 smartphone
Display and design
The Desire 500 of HTC comes with a dazzling 4.3-inch touch screen of WVGA type. The resolution of this screen is 480x800 pixels. The device measures 131.8x66.9x9.9mm and weighs 123g.Memory and storage
Moving on, the handset features an internal memory of 4GB, which can be further expanded by up to 64GB using a microSD card. It is being coupled with 1GB of RAM that helps for crash-free processing of data.Operating system and Processor
The all new HTC Desire 500 runs on Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean) with Sense 5 UI. Under the hood, the phone is being powered by a quad-core Snapdragon 200 processor that clocks at a speed of 1.2 GHz.Camera and video
The Desire 500 of HTC boasts of dual cameras. Definitely, it is a treat for camera lovers. Look at the rear side of the phone, you could see an 8-megapixel auto focus shooter with LED Flash and BSI sensor. There is a zoom option too. Further, there is a 1.6-megapixel front-facing camera with BSI sensor, which helps its user in video calling. With the HTC ImageChip, the company claims that users can get high quality images despite movement and poor lighting conditions. This phone can record videos at 720p and also features Beats Audio. However, it has missed BoomSound.Internet and Connectivity
For connectivity, the device supports many advance features that include EDGE, GPRS, 3G(HSDPA up to 7.2 Mbps), Wi-Fi, DLNA, Bluetooth 4.0 with aptX, GPS, NFC(Optional) and USB. It also has a support for GPS functionality.Network support and messaging
The network support will be available in the form of GSM on 900, 1800, 1900 MHz bands and HSDPA on 900/2100 MHz. For messaging, the device offers SMS, MMS and E-mail options.Battery
The HTC Desire 500 is being backed with an 1800 mAh battery of Li-Po type. The company claims that it will deliver 17.8 hours of talk time and 401 hours of standby time.Other features
The phone comes with a 3.5mm audio jack and sports dual front speakers at the front panel. Depending on location, it would have dual Micro SIM Support.Price and availability
The HTC Desire 500 is priced at New Taiwan Dollar 11,900(approx. Rs. 24,000)and will be available from August 1st in Taiwan. There is no official word yet on its pricing and availability in global markets.Conclusion
HTC Desire 500 comes with many solid specifications and rich features. But, the RAM capacity could have had more than now. However, there is no information on exact price and availability of the phone. So, we need to wait and see for some more time to get a clear idea.
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