HTC Ozone

The HTC Ozone is a smartphone that features global connectivity with faster browsing over a 3G Network and Wi-FI, longer talk time, and great pre-loaded applications including VZ Navigator (SM), Mobile Email, MP3 Trimmer, Visual Voice Mail, Mobile IM and Microsoft Office Mobile. It also has features which simply the task of connecting to others with a one-touch messaging key, desktop-like browsing with Internet Explorer Mobile 6, and Visual Voice Mail that allows you to view caller info and prioritize voice mail. Not only that, the HTC Ozone is also built for one-handed use, allowing you to get your messages and information fast with the sliding panel home screen, and an easy five-way navigation and QWERTY keyboard. The HTC Ozone sports a compact familiar form factor design.

Specifications
The HTC Ozone runs on a Windows Mobile 6.1 Standard operating system and an MSM 7625, 528 MHz processor. It comes pre-loaded with applications including Microsoft Internet Explorer 6, Microsoft Office Mobile which includes Word Mobile, Excel Mobile, PowerePoint Mobile and OnNote Mobile, as well as Microsoft Outlook Mobile. It also has an internal memory that has a capacity of 256 MB ROM / 192 MB RAM. There is also a colour display that has a QVGA resolution of 320 x 240 pixels and measures 2.4 inches diagonally. Not only that, the HTC Ozone also incorporates technology such as CDMA 2000 1x RTT/ 1XEVDO Rev. A 800/ 1900 MHz GSM/ GPRS/ EDGE: 850/ 900/ 1800/ 1900 MHz. As for its email function, the HTC Ozone has support for Office Outlook Mobile and Microsoft Exchange with Direct Push. The HTC Ozone measures 4.5 in x 2.5 in x 0.5 in (L x W x H) in dimension and weighs 3.7 ounces including the battery that it is provided with. There is also a 2.0 mega pixel built-in camera. The HTC Ozone operates on a removable and rechargeable Lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 1500 mAh. It is capable of providing up to 290 minutes of talk time or alternatively, can last up to 324 hours. There is also a built-in microphone and speaker. Not only that, the HTC Ozone is also capable of performing audio and video playbacks via Windows Media Player 10 Mobile, that can play supported audio and video formats including MPEG-4, H.263, H.264, AVI, WAV, MP3, MP4, MIDI, WMV, 3GP, 3G2 and WMA. As for its in and out interfaces, the HTC Ozone includes Bluetooth 2.0 with Enhanced Data Rate and A2DP for stereo wireless headsets, mini-USB 11-pin connector, USB cable and charging interface. There are also expansion options available via the expansion slot that is compatible with microSD memory cards. Device navigation comes in the form of a QWERTY keyboard, one-touch key to access messaging, 5-way navigation pad, end/ power button, send/ hands-free button, back/ clear button, home button, volume up/ down button and 2 soft keys. There is also a built-in internal antenna. The HTC Ozone comes in a box that contains the HTC Ozone smartphone, Standard Lithium Ion battery, AC charger, Mini USB cable, multifunction audio cable, international adapter plugs, VZAccess Manager CD, Getting Started CD which includes User Guide, RF brochure, Read First Poster, Quick reference guide and global support kit.

Reviews

“Though its plastic design and photo quality are unchanged, the HTC Ozone offers a more affordable price tag, improved features, and better voice quality than its Sprint HTC Snap counterpart.” (CNET, 2009)

“The HTC Ozone on Verizon Wireless is a solid little messaging phone, especially considering the solid, low price. For a launch price of $50, buyers get a small, fast Windows Mobile smartphone, and if you’ve been turned off by WinMo in the past, the improved Web browsing and Interface design on this new Windows Mobile 6.1 device might win you back. BlackBerry fans will have to spend a lot more money to compete with this phone, which can keep up with the best of RIM’s offerings in terms of battery life, Web browsing and productivity options. We weren’t impressed by the selection of software onboard, and call quality lagged behind a bit, but for the price, the HTC Ozone is a great choice for buyers looking for a compact, capable device.” (InforSyncWorld, 2009)

“For the price, the HTC Ozone XV6175 is an impressive device, despite the less-than-stellar call quality and cramped QWERTY keyboard. We feel the Ozone is best for people who are coming from the Motorola Q9m or are new to the world of smartphones and don’t want to make a large investment, like on the Touch Diamond, but still want basic smartphone features. We also like the added Wi-Fi connectivity and the ability to use the device internationally, which is missing on the HTC Snap.” (PhoneArena, 2009)