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HTC Snap review

General
Dimensions (W x H x D):	61.5x12x116.5 mm
Weight:	120 g
Form factor:	candy bar
Built-in devices:	camera, GPS receiver

OS & software
Operating system:	Windows Mobile 6.1
Software included:	Windows Mobile Standard bundle; Inner Circle
Synchronisation software:	ActiveSync
Desktop software:	Outlook

Networks
2G:	GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 1900
2.5G:	GPRS, EDGE
3G:	3G, HSDPA

Memory
Memory expansion:	MicroSD
On-board memory:	192 MB

Display
Display type:	TFT
Display size:	2.4 in
Native resolution:	320x240 pixels

Messaging & data
Messaging services supported:	SMS, MMS
Internet browser:	Yes
Email client:	Yes
Email protocols supported:	POP3, SMTP, IMAP4
Java:	Yes

Connectivity / expansion
Wired connections:	USB
Wireless PAN:	Bluetooth 2.0+EDR
Wireless LAN:	802.11b, 802.11g
GPS receiver:	Yes
Expansion slot:	microSD

Power
Battery type:	Li-ion
Talk time:	8.5 h
Standby time:	380 h

Miscellaneous
Accessories:	AC adapter, USB PC cable, printed quick-start guide, 2 CDs

Phone
Ringtones:	real music
Vibrating alert:	Yes
Built-in phonebook:	yes
Calendar:	Yes
Alarm clock:	Yes
Speakerphone:	Yes
Voice dialling:	Yes
Voice recording:	Yes

Camera
Camera resolution:	2 megapixels
Flash:	No
Video recording:	Yes

Overview

HTC Snap

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Editors rating: 8.0

Verdict

The HTC Snap's physical design (especially the mini-QWERTY keyboard) is superb. Battery life is impressive, while the Inner Circle email-sorting idea is inspired. It's just a shame about the small 2.4in. screen.

Typical price

£ 252

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