HTC launches the new smartphone called the HTC Touch2 on Reliance Communication’s GSM network in India. This stylish device is driven by Microsoft’s latest Windows Mobile 6.5 O.S.
The classy Touch2 boasts of a 7.11cm touchscreen and a 3.2 megapixel camera. The smartphone integrates the upgraded TouchFlo user interface with several features. The interface includes 11 color icons and a weather clock to view local time and weather. The device supports 3.5G and equips an internal GPS antenna that supports navigation solutions like Google Maps. For all Internet savvy, HTC touch2 Opera Mobile and IE Mobile allows users to experience desktop-style viewing of Web pages. With the Zoom Bar, users can simply swipe their fingers over the Web page or a photo to get a clear enlarged view.
“The HTC Touch2 is a compact Windows Mobile device which delivers a familiar touch experience that our consumers relate to, have experienced in the past, and expect in the future from the house of HTC,” said Ajay Sharma, Country Head, HTC India. “The Touch2 expands HTC’s portfolio of touch-based phones and will deliver an advanced touch experience to a broader group of people whether it’s making a call, chatting with friends on Facebook or simply responding to an important email, the HTC Touch2 gives you an immense sense of control,” he further added.
The HTC Touch2 is offered with a special and exclusive offer for Reliance Mobile customers. Commenting on this special offer, Vrajesh Shelat, Head – Wireless Data Business said, “Reliance Mobile is the first telecom operator in India to launch the Windows Mobile 6.5 platform with the HTC Touch2 smartphone. As part of our value proposition, we are bundling six months Free Data Usage of 200MB per month. This bundled offer can be availed by the users of HTC Touch2 smartphone on Reliance Mobile network. Through this cutting-edge device, our customers will be able to enjoy a host of Windows Mobile Applications on our 3G ready network. Our association with HTC and Windows Mobile is a crucial step towards achieving our goal of having a leading market share in the fast-growing smartphone segment.”
The HTC Touch2 runs on Windows Mobile 6.5 platform and offers an array of enhanced applications. These applications provide features like dynamic messaging, browsing and productivity capabilities. Users can also download games and applications from a pool of amazing games and applications available at the Windows Marketplace. The device offers synchronized Outlook, Calendar, Contacts and Work that help users to manage their activities efficiently. Furthermore, the Microsoft’s new My Phone service ensures easy backup and synchronization of photos, music, contacts and text messages to the Web for free.
The compact HTC Touch2 on RCOM’s GSM is available for Rs. 24,490 for users in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh while others all across the country can grab it for Rs. 22,490 from all top authorized HTC resellers. RCOM offers six months free data usage of 200MB every month.