NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- HTC, a global
leader in mobile innovation and design, and Microsoft today
unveiled the first signature Windows Phones, the stunning
Windows® Phone 8X and 8S by HTC®. The smartphones feature
the new Windows Phone 8 operating system and boast iconic design,
studio-quality sound with Beats Audio™ and incredible camera
capabilities.
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"Pairing HTC's beautiful new Windows Phone 8X and 8S with our
brand is a big milestone for both companies," said Steve Ballmer, CEO of Microsoft. "Together we
are offering customers a clear choice and a truly unique
experience. I'm thrilled to take our longstanding partnership to
the next level."
"We've been inspired by Windows Phone 8 to create new
smartphones that give the platform the iconic design and
personality it deserves," said Peter
Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. "Windows Phone has
clearly emerged as one of the top mobile ecosystems and is
competitive against any other smartphone platform in the
world."
Iconic Design
The only phone with Live Tiles, Windows Phone has a clear,
differentiated vision and the consumer experience has been widely
recognized as being groundbreaking, innovative and fresh. HTC
created the Windows Phone 8X and 8S to blend the virtual and the
physical utilizing a three dimensional, pure uni-body design based
on the Windows Phone Live Tiles. The Windows Phone 8X and 8S
by HTC are perfectly sculpted with a dramatic taper making them
feel magically thin in your hand.
Because color is such an integral part of the Windows Phone
experience, HTC is bringing bold, sophisticated and adventurous
colors in a premium matte finish to these devices. The Windows
Phone 8X will come in a variety of colors including California
Blue, Graphite Black, Flame Red and Limelight Yellow.
The Windows Phone 8S by HTC will be available in Domino, Fiesta
Red, Atlantic Blue and High-Rise Gray.
Capture and share your world
For the first time, HTC is introducing a 2.1mp, f/2.0 aperture,
88° ultra-wide angle front-facing camera that allows up to four
people and more to be captured at once. It also supports 1080p
video capture. The rear camera sports an 8mp CMOS sensor with
backside-illumination (BSI) for improved low-light performance,
along with an f/2.0 aperture, 28mm lens and a dedicated imaging
chip. A physical shutter button makes it quick and easy to
capture spontaneous action, even if the phone is locked.
Spectacular Sound with Beats Audio
Exclusively available on HTC smartphones, Beats Audio provides
authentic, studio-quality sound that delivers the spirit of the
original recording. The Windows Phone 8X by HTC featuring Beats
Audio also offers a unique audio amplifier powering the 3.5mm audio
jack and the speaker, boosting the audio signal for even better
sound no matter if you're listening to music, playing a game or
watching a video.
Brilliant Display
The Windows Phone 8X by HTC features a beautiful, 4.3"
HD-resolution super LCD 2 screen protected from everyday bumps and
scrapes by lightweight Gorilla® Glass 2, while optical
lamination reduces reflections and glare, ensuring you see every
detail. The Windows Phone 8S by HTC boasts a bright super LCD
4" screen with Gorilla® Glass, allowing users to see the
Windows Phone Live Tiles, and every message and photo, with crystal
clarity and sparkling color.
Entertainment
With the Windows Phone 8X and 8S by HTC people can carry their
favorite music, movies and photos with them wherever they go. With
the Windows Phone Store and Xbox Live, it is easier than ever to
enjoy the latest video, music and games on the move.
Availability
The Windows Phone 8X and 8S by HTC will be available beginning
in November. Available through more than 150 carriers in 50+
countries, the Windows Phone 8X or 8S by HTC will be available from
the world's top carriers including: United States: AT&T, T-Mobile and
Verizon Wireless. Europe:
Orange, O2 Telefonica, MTS, Three UK, T-Mobile, and Vodafone
Asia-Pacific: Chunghwa
Telecom, Optus, Singapore Telecommunications Ltd (Singtel),
Smartone, Telstra and Vodafone Australia.
About HTC
Founded in 1997, HTC Corp. (HTC) is the creator of many
award-winning mobile devices and industry firsts. By putting people
at the center of everything it does, HTC pushes the boundaries of
design and technology to create innovative and personal experiences
for consumers around the globe. HTC's portfolio includes
smartphones and tablets powered by HTC Sense®, a
multilayered graphical user interface that vastly improves user
experience. HTC is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE:
2498). For more information, please visit www.htc.com.
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