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17th June 2005 - High Tech
Computer Corp. (HTC) today announced its plans
to release the world's first 3G Windows Mobile
5.0-based device, the HTC Universal. The Universal
will enable customers to be more productive while
having powerful multimedia and internet browsing
capabilities. Global distribution plans for the
device are expected in the second half of 2005
with mobile operators in Europe, North America,
and Asia.
Microsoft Corp. chairman
and chief software architect, Bill Gates, unveiled
Windows Mobile 5.0 during his keynote at Microsoft
Mobile & Embedded DevCon 2005 in Las Vegas
and displayed its versatility on the HTC Universal.
"This is the first
time we are seeing the same internet experience,
which you can only have in your office, with universal
3G high speed wireless data capability and large
VGA display legibility. The new features from
Windows Mobile 5.0 will greatly improve the keyboard
experience and persistent storage feature will
keep user data forever." said Peter Chou,
president of HTC.
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Source: Windows Mobile 5.0 Based Delvice
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Certain technological breakthroughs
are seen in the HTC Universal featuring improved support
of more multimedia and productivity applications, broad
integration of digital multimedia features, and faster
connections to the Internet and email servers. With
seamless synchronization to Office applications, faster
connection speeds and versatile multimedia features
customers can be more productive and have fun anywhere,
anytime.
"The familiarity and flexibility
of Windows Mobile 5.0 enables industry partners like
HTC to differentiate itself themselves and provide extremely
compelling mobile solutions for its customers,"
said Pieter Knook, senior vice president for the Mobile
and Embedded Devices Division at Microsoft. "We
look forward to our continued work with HTC to deliver
forward-thinking and advanced mobile device solutions."
The HTC Universal is a 3G-enabled
device that takes advantage of the advanced Windows
Mobile 5.0 features, The built-in keyboard enables users
to create and edit files with Microsoft Office applications.
For phone and communications, the latest video telephony
and dual-camera functionality facilitate high-speed
connections and videoconferencing. The clamshell design
of the device features a 180 degree pivot screen. With
its new user interface boasting portrait and landscape
modes, the new 3G phone will automatically change to
the best interface. Users can also switch between the
two display modes at their own discretion. In addition,
users can send and receive pictures and video files
at more rapid connection speeds. With its dual speaker
stereophonic sound system, users can enjoy smooth and
high-resolution videos at anytime.
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