HTC, a provider of Windows Mobile devices, has launched what it calls the world's first tri-band 3G Windows Mobile Pocket PC [TyTN] and 3G smartphone [MTeoR] under the new HTC brand identity. HTC will provide its new branded products to its existing Qtek channels, distributors, enterprise and operators, who do not carry operator-branded products. Migrating the Qtek brand to the new HTC brand identity will enable HTC to provide better direct support to those customers.
Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corp. said: "We have a rich heritage of innovation and aim for our products to continue being the devices of choice on the Microsoft Windows Mobile platform. Our operator and OEM strategy remains key to this success, and we are committed to further strengthening our partner relationships by providing customised and differentiated offerings."
Pivotal to HTC's further strengthening of its European presence is the development of a comprehensive, multi-channel support package for retail, distribution and operator partners to help them maximise market opportunities. The package for partners will include: richer device propositions, dedicated customer support, product training and toolkits, online and marketing support. It has also launched its first range of accessories - including Bluetooth headsets and in-car kits.
Peter Chou commented: "We are known for our relentless dedication to innovation. Smart mobility, the convergence of business applications and consumer functionality, is the future. We aim to continually develop new products to empower users on the go, providing more freedom in the way they live their lives."
The first devices to be offered with HTC brand are the HTC TyTN and the HTC MTeoR. These will be available from late July.
The HTC TyTN is the latest innovation from HTC. It is expected to showcase the ultimate 'Office in your pocket' experience for business users on the move. Business critical functionality, encased in a sleek, stylish form factor, offers the ultimate range of connectivity options including: tri-band UMTS 3G which will allow users to roam across Europe, US and Asia, plus GSM, GPRS, EDGE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and a mini-USB port, making data transfer simple - anytime, anywhere.
TyTN features Direct Push email technology available with Windows Mobile 5.0, internet browsing, synchronization with Microsoft Outlook Calendar, Contacts and email, and the ability to work on applications in the Microsoft Office suite such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and viewing PDF documents. TyTN comes equipped with a slide-out, ergonomic QWERTY keyboard and 2.8" colour display with touch-screen. It also features a jog wheel for easy, one-hand operation.
TyTN is easy to sync-up to a PC to download music, video and pictures, and store them on a micro SD card to play back on the go. It is also a sharp shooter, featuring a 2 Megapixel camera with macro mode, on-screen controls and DSC (Digital Still Camera) functionality plus a second camera for video telephony. Available in Black & Silver, the TyTN doesn't compromise in style. TyTN offers maximum functionality packaged in a sleek form factor, weighing in at 180g but extremely compact in size.
The HTC MTeoR, a 3G Windows Mobile 5.0 Smartphone, is a stylish, slim-line, candy bar device. It may be small, just 112.4 x 49 x 14.8mm and weighing a mere 120g, but this neat device is a powerful and "smart" phone. The HTC MTeoR features Windows Mobile 5.0 Direct Push technology for immediate synchronization of email, calendar and notes plus document viewers for PDF, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. It's the ideal choice for busy people on the road who only want to carry one small device. The HTC MTeoR also comes with a large 2.2" TFT LCD screen and built-in 1.3 Megapixel camera.
Both devices will be available across Europe from late July.
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