After an overwhelming number of pre-orders, Cellular South has announced that the HTC Hero is now available for customers who have booked pre-orders. Pre-order customers can get their HTC Hero through Saturday while the official availability for the public will be on Monday, November 9.

Among the features of the Android-powered HTC Hero include built-in Google mobile services, as well as thousands of applications built for the Android platform. The HTC Hero will carry an introductory price of $99 after a $50 mail-in rebate.

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Those who have been waiting to purchase Motorola’s DROID for Verizon can wait no longer as it has just been put up for sale. The Android 2.0, 5mp camera touting DROID will set you back $299.99 with a 2-year contract.

Additionally, those looking to spend a bit less can pick up the HTC developed DROID Eris for $99.99 with a 2-year contract.

Will this duo of devices stack up against AT&T/Apple’s iPhone? Let’s wait and find out.

You can purchase the DROID here, and the DROID Eris here.

Tags: Android 2.0, Cell Phones, Droid, Droid Eris, Google, HTC, Mobile News, Mobile Software, Motorola, Verizon, Verizon

Reports have surfaced that the highly anticipated HTC HD2 is to be available soon in both the European and Asian markets.

Additionally, HTC has said that the Windows Mobile powered device will be making its way onto North American shelves sometime in early 2010. They didn’t say an exact carrier but they did let us know that it would be “a major US” one.

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Tags: asia, Cell Phones, Europe, HTC, htc hd2, Mobile News, Mobile Software, Windows Mobile

The above document has recently leaked that gives us a hint as to when we will be seeing the HTC DROID Eris appear on Verizon. In fact, it tells us that the device will hit the carrier on November 6th for $99 on a 2-year contract and after a $100 mail-in rebate.

This device will be running Android 1.5 (no 2.0?) with the Sense UI and feature a 3.2 inch touch screen, 528MHz processor, WiFI, 5mp camera, and ship with an 8GB microSD card.

Anyone looking to pick this device up?

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Tags: Android, Cell Phones, Eris, Google, HTC, htc droid, Mobile News, Mobile Software, Sense UI, Verizon, Verizon, WiFi

There has been some buzz surrounding the HTC Hero recently namely because HTC has announced that it will be getting an Android 2.0 update at some point in the near future. Now, the device has again hit the press but this time because a GSM/HSDPA version of it will be coming to Telus.

The device features the same exact specs as the HTC Hero we’ve all come to know and love but there has been no announcements regarding a release date or price.

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Tags: Android, Cell Phones, Google, GSM, HSDPA, HTC, htc hero, Mobile News, Mobile Software, Telus

November 6 is the day when the Droid will be available in Verizon Stores. In case you want to avoid hassles and lines, you can always pre-order the Droid from Best Buy. But if you’re decided to walk into an actual Verizon Wireless store and get your Droid from there then you should know that Big Red plans to open stores at 6AM on November 6. The hour is not confirmed yet but we expect Verizon to take all the measures necessary in order to accommodate as many customers as possible next Friday. So what do you say, are you ready for an early start?

And don’t forget, the Droid Eris will also be available on Friday. You’ll actually have to get this phone from a Verizon store since it’s not available for pre-order.

Tags: Android, best buy, Droid, Droid Eris, HTC, HTC, Mobile News, Motorola, Motorola, store, Verizon, Verizon Wireless

Stop dreaming about an HTC HD2 capable to run Android. HTC will not make it for you as the company wants to give Windows Mobile a fighting chance. According to Peter Chou, HTC could make an HD2 smartphone running Android but it won’t as it wants to “get excitement about Windows Mobile back.” I estimate excitement to return sometime next year when Microsoft will launch the all-new Windows Mobile 7.

In the mean time we will focus on Android phones, iPhones and new BlackBerry handsets out there. Wouldn’t you agree? And don’t worry, HTC will launch new Android phones soon, even if they won’t look like the HTC HD2.

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HTC has announced today via Twitter that their Hero handset will be getting an Android 2.0 update. There was no word on exactly when we will be seeing the update but chances are it will be when HTC finished tweaking the Sense UI for the updated OS.

Below is the tweet:

The rumors are true! Hero will be getting an Eclair update. We ask for your patience as we update Sense for the fancy new Android OS.

Tags: Android, Cell Phones, Eclair, Google, Hero, HTC, HTC, Mobile News, Sprint, twitter, Update

The HTC Hero will soon fade away from our minds as the Motorola Droid will be the hottest phone in town. But that doesn’t mean that HTC will let that happen without a fight. The company has confirmed that Android 2.0 will be coming soon to HTC Hero owners. Here’s what HTC had to say:

Yes, we are working on an Eclair update for the HTC Hero. Because Eclair is a significantly enhanced release, it will require some time to update Sense for this new version of the Android OS. Please be patient while we work to provide you with a tightly integrated experience like the one you are already enjoying on your Hero.

That magic HTC Sense UI is also going to be ported to Android 2.0 in the near future and all the Hero versions out there will get it. Just check back with your carrier for more information once Eclair becomes available from HTC.

Tags: Android 2.0, Droid, Eclair, Hero, HTC, HTC, Mobile News, Motorola, Motorola

The HTC Droid Eris is the other hot Android phone coming from Verizon. And Verizon seems to like Android all of a sudden as it is ready to offer them both at once, starting with November 6. So how much will the Droid Eris cost? If you’re willing to get a new 2-year Verizon Wireless contract then you’re going to get the HTC Droid Eris for just $99.99.

It looks like this HTC Android phone is going to be the cheapest phone ready to hit the U.S. so stay tuned for official confirmation. Although it’s understandable if you’re going to go for the Motorola Droid instead, the Droid Eris is perfect for those of you that have a budget to watch.

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Tags: Android, Droid, Eris, Google, HTC, HTC, Motorola, Verizon Wireless

This past week we talked about the HTC Droid Eris which is an exclusive for Verizon Wireless on the US, and is suppose to be launched on the 6th of November.

But there is a recent rumour which can be considered bad news, in other words, the Droid Eris will make use of a 528MHz Qualcomm CPU and Android 1.5, which is less powerful the other HTC devices on the market. The reasons for using a “weaker” processor and version 1.5 of Android are still unknown, but maybe the prices are somehow related… We’ll keep you updated when the device rolls out.

Tags: Android, Droid, Eris, HTC, HTC

Sure, the HTC Magic is a nice handset but I bet you never though it’d be used for this — A DIYer has taken HTC’s handset, coupled it with a pair of goggles and a cardbox box to make a pair of virtual reality goggles.

The system relys on Google Street View in the sense that you move your head around and the picture will adjust depending on the position of your head.

Still confused? Check out the above video demonstration and let us know what you think.

via slashgear

Tags: Accessories, Cell Phones, goggles, Google, google street view, HTC, HTC Magic, Mobile News, Mobile Software, virtual reality

Ever since the HTC HD2 first appeared as the HTC Leo last month Windows Mobile fans have anxiously awaited the device for its large touch screen and 1GHz Snapdragon processor.

Unfortunately you still can’t pick it up, but you can watch it get unboxed in the above video. But be warned, it’s a beautiful device and if you already can’t wait for it, watching it get unboxed will probably make that wait even harder.

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Tags: Cell Phones, HTC, htc hd2, htc leo, microsoft, Mobile News, Mobile Software, SnapDragon, Windows Mobile

Rumors have been circulating of Telus picking up the iPhone for some time now but we haven’t had official confirmation from the carrier as to when we will see the device. Luckily, they have announced that they will be offering the iPhone on November 5th of this year.

You’ll be able to pick the iPhone 3G for $99.99, the 16GB 3GS for $199.99 and the 32GB 3GS for $299.99 on 3-year contracts.

Additionally, Telus will be picking up the HTC Hero and the LG New Chocolate at some point after the iPhone is released.

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Tags: Apple, Cell Phones, Hero, HTC, iPhone, LG, Mobile News, new chocolate, Telus

Early last week we showed you a device that was reportedly an unannounced HTC manufactured Android phone and had virtually no details as to what it was. Today, we have word that this device is to be called the HTC Passion and will hit Verizon towards the end of this year and feature a 1GHz Snapdragon processor.

Unfortunately, that’s all we know for now but we’ll be sure to keep you posted.

via theunlockr

Tags: Android, Cell Phones, Google, HTC, htc passion, Mobile News, Mobile Software, SnapDragon, Verizon

Rumors of the HTC Desire on Verizon have been circulating since the beginning of this month when the device was found on Verizon computers. Today the above live shot of the device has appeared with it wearing none other than the Verizon branding.

As you can see, this is an Android powered touchscreen device running the HTC developed Sense UI.

We’ll keep you posted as more information is made known.

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Tags: Android, Cell Phones, Google, HTC, htc desire, Mobile News, Mobile Software, Sense UI, Verizon

As more people continue to venture out into various regions and countries, the itinerary they have in mind may not necessarily push through without the proper scheduling. And while some feel that they have them all in their head, here is an app that should set things straight. The app is the TripChill Mobile Travel Assistant for the Android device and iPhones which provides travelers the ability to view travel itineraries offline. Additionally, the app can transform your device into a virtual GPS as it informs your family or friends regarding your whereabouts, including flight departures and arrivals.

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Tags: Apple, flight departures and arrivals, Google, HTC, iPhone, iphones, itinerary, travel assistant, travel itineraries, travelers, virtual gps

In case you don’t want a new Android phone and you’re rather interested in a new Windows Mobile 6.5 phone then you should go to an AT&T store today. The HTC Tilt 2 is now available for sale. The Tilt 2 will be available for $349.99 with a $50 mail-in rebate and a new 2-year contract. The phone is just a little more expensive than the CLIQ but it does have some interesting features that can’t be ignored: WVGA touchscreen display, full slide-out QWERTY keyboard, 3.2-megapixel camera and Microsoft latest mobile OS running in the background. So what do you say folks? Are you ready to purchase your first Windows Mobile 6.5 phone? Or would you rather wait a while longer until the HTC HD2 becomes available?

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Tags: At&T, At&T, hd2, HTC, HTC, microsoft, Mobile News, Tilt2, Windows Mobile 6.5

What you see above is a picture of an unannounced HTC developed Android powered handset. Unfortunately, we have virtually no details as to what this handset is called, what carrier it will appear on or what the specs are.

From the pictures we could tell that it obviously features a touchscreen, some face buttons and some sort of camera.

We’ll keep you posted as more information is made known.

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Tags: Android, camera, Cell Phones, HTC, HTC, Mobile News, Mobile Software, touchscreen, unannounced

In case you haven’t heard about WIND then you should know it’s a new carrier getting ready for the Canadian market. We don’t have that many details about it at this point but it looks like WIND has big plans for the future. Its smartphone lineup has been conveniently leaked so we have a pretty good idea of what to expect from it in the following months.

WIND will launch its 3G network and here are some of the phones it will sell soon: BlackBerry Bold 2 9700, HTC Snap, Huawei U8220 and a QWERTY slider phone from Samsung.

There are no pricing details and launch dates at this point but we’ll keep you in the loop. And if you’re already interested in WIND then you’ll be pleased to know that the new carrier is planning to start everything with three price plans that don’t require any signing of a predetermined contract. Any comments?

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Tags: 9700, BlackBerry, Bold 2, Canada, HTC, htc snap, huawei, Other Brands, Research In Motion, smartphones, U8220, Wind