The HTC Arrive is a powerful, Windows-based, horizontal slider that is packed with powerful, popular features. It features a 3.6-inch display generating 480 x 800 pixels, placing it among the best displays available.
Add a 5MP camera with LED flash, HD video capture, MP3 player and full internet browser, and the HTC Arrive can run with the best of them.
In addition to the large touchscreen, the HTC slides open to reveal a full QWERTY keyboard, providing a second input option.
Moving on, the HTC Arrive offers GPS, Bluetooth 2.1, Wi-Fi and a document viewer that supports both Office 2007 and 2003.
Rounding out this powerful phone you'll find a 3.5mm audio jack and 16384MB of built-in memory.
This is one phone that has come to play in the sandbox, and has the features to please a large number of folks.
What the Critics Are Saying...
- Lisa Gade, Mobile Tech ReviewThe HTC Arrive and Samsung Focus are currently our top picks for Windows Phone 7 smartphones. If you’re a Sprint customer who’s been hankering to try out Windows Phone 7, or you’re just loyal to Microsoft’s platform after years of being a Windows Mobile user, the Arrive is fo...
- Chris Burns, SlashGearAs far as the hardware here goes – it’s tops. The hinge is strong and sticks as it should but is maneuverable enough to accept a single hand for opening. The screen is bright and will satisfy anyone hoping to play some fabulous Xbox games like Katamari or Need for Speed, and every contro...
- Chris Ziegler, EngadgetAfter having used the Arrive for a few days, we think you could make a convincing argument that it's the best Windows Phone 7 device currently available. Problem is, that's still not saying much when you look at what's currently out there. Really, the landscape really hasn't changed much at all sinc...
- PhoneArena Team, PhoneArenaIn the end Windows Phone 7 is a work in progress, but off to a good start. As noted we had issues with multimedia sync which shows that there are still kinks that need to be worked out. Since all Windows Phones are basically identical on the software end, it’s the hardware that differentiates...
- Brian Oliver Bennett, Laptop MagThe HTC Arrive is definitely one of the best Windows Phone 7 devices yet. While the $199 price is a little steep, this phone stacks up well against the Samsung Focus for AT&T. The Focus has a better AMOLED display and a lighter design, but the Arrive has an excellent physical keyboard and very g...
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HTC backs up the Arrive with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.
If your Arrive has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact HTC support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find HTC's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.
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Manuals / User Guides
- HTC Arrive Manual (PDF)
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