HTC recently announced its first CDMA world phone, the HTC Merge. This handset runs on the old Android 2.2 (FroYo) operating system. It comes with a large 3.8 inch touchscreen display and a slide-out QWERTY keyboard. This handset allows you to access more than 100,000 apps from the Android Market.
“HTC prides itself on creating unique solutions that meet the needs of different customers, and with features like a full keyboard and global 3G roaming, the HTC Merge smartphone is the perfect example of this commitment,” said Jason Mackenzie, president, HTC Americas. “Combining the functionality of Android with the HTC Sense experience, the HTC Merge is the perfect device for those customers who are looking for a reliable mobile experience with the features and functionality of a smartphone, whether it’s at home or travelling around the world.”
HTC Merge Specifications:
- 3.8 inch touchscreen display
- 480 x 800 pixels resolution
- Android 2.2 (FroYo) operating system
- HTC Sense UI
- Slide-out QWERTY keyboard
- 3G connectivity
- 5 megapixel camera
- HD (720p) video recording
- Wi-Fi connectivity
- GPS
- 3.5mm headset jack
- Android Market
HTC Merge will be available on the airwaves of multiple North American operators from Spring 2011. This handset is most likely to be launched on the airwaves of Sprint or Verizon in the US. The price of this handset is not announced yet. Stay tuned for more updates on the pricing and availability of this handset.