While it may appear like Android fans are spoilt for choice, a look around and there seems to be a Windows Phone 7 handset too here, there and everywhere. More recently, the HTC Trophy smartphone made its way to the world of Verizon Wireless. It’s said to be the carrier’s first Windows Phone 7 device and interesting blends in gaming and entertainment on a mobile phone.
Given that access to Xbox Live is available only with Windows Phone, enthusiasts can keep a check on their wins and losses by just a simple sync with Xbox Live mobile. The phone provides many features for gaming that may excite video game players. And to add to it, customers who buy an HTC Trophy before July 15 are offered a free Xbox 360 console game. Users can choose from among Halo Reach, Kinect Sports and Lode Runner having a maximum value of $60.
The handset’s support for music is interesting too with the Music + Video Hub giving quick access to music and movies. Millions of songs can be downloaded with a Zune Pass subscription to gain access to over 15000 applications and games in Windows Phone Marketplace through the Marketplace Hub. What’s more, it ensures surround sound through SRS WOW HD as well.
Powered by a 1GHz Snapdragon processor, this new HTC device boasts of a WVGA 3.8-inch touchscreen that makes the interface more user friendly. The included 5-megapixel camera features autofocus and LED flash, alongside support for 720p HD videos. The phone has 16GB of on-board storage and 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi connectivity.
The device is global-ready and the HTC Hub can be customized with downloadable applications. This ensures that more users can reach out to entertainment and productive features. With the Office Hub and data access on SharePoint servers, Microsoft office documents like Excel, Word and PowerPoint can be viewed and edited comfortably.
Grab the new HTC Trophy online at Verizonwireless.com beginning May 26 while it should be in Verizon Wireless Communication Stores starting June 2 onwards. The handset is being sold for $149.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate with a new two-year customer agreement. Customers will need to subscribe to a Verizon Wireless Nationwide Talk plan and a smartphone data package to get started.