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HTC Touch Dual review

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HTC Touch Dual
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The HTC Touch Dual currently has an Informr score of 5.9 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 6 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.
Windows Mobile
Operating system
Operating system
Windows Mobile
400 MHz
Processor
Processor
400 MHz
Unknown
Screen Size
Screen Size
Unknown
2+ MP
Camera
Camera
2+ MP
Unknown
Battery

What the Critics Are Saying...

Cnet
Cnet

The HTC Touch Dual offers more functionality and ease of use with the addition of Windows Mobile 6.1 and a tactile keyboard to make it one of the most compact and powerful touch-screen smartphones...

- Bonnie Cha, Cnet
MobileBurn
MobileBurn

The original HTC Touch received a Highly Recommended rating from us, and most deservingly so. Our main gripe with the original was its lack of an adequate text entry system, which the Touch Dual has addressed. While it still might not be ideal for road warriors looking to get through vast amounts of...

- Brad Kellett, MobileBurn

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HTC backs up the Touch Dual with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.

If your Touch Dual 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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Screen Size
Unknown

The HTC Touch Dual's screen size is Unknown with x pixels resolution.
Processor
400 MHz

There is a Qualcomm MSM 7200 400 MHz processor (CPU).
OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.
Camera
2+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 2+ MP camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera useful for video chat and self portraits.
Storage
256 MB

Internal memory is 256 MB. An external, MicroSD expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.
Battery
Unknown

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery. HTC's performance ratings are 10.5 days standby time.

Touch Dual Specs

Overview
Release Date October 1, 2007
Regions Available USA, Canada
Operating System

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Processor Qualcomm MSM 7200 400 MHz
Internal Storage 256 MB
RAM 128 MB
Hearing Aid Compatible
TTY/TDD
Noise Cancellation
SAR Head: 1.2 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA
Details
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT)
Wi-Fi Calling
Voice over LTE (VoLTE)
SIM card size
Yes
variations
Dual SIM
Connectivity
USB
USB OTG Support
Infrared
Bluetooth
Bluetooth Profiles
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi
Mobile Hotspot
Memory Expansion Slot
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD
NFC
Data Tethering Compatibility
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 2+ Megapixels
Zoom
Flash
Additional Rear Camera Info
 Auto focus, Multi-shot, Panorama
Video Recording Formats
 MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
 CIF
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 65k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size Unknown
Secondary Display
Multi-Touch
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity
Removable Battery
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Unknown
Standby Time Up to 10.5 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Slider
Colors Black
Dimensions [H x W x D] 10.7 x 5.5 x 1.6 cm (4.2 x 2.2 x 0.6 in)
Weight 120 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design
IP Rating
Headset Jack 2.5mm
External Speakers
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key
Home Key
Input / Keyboard Type QWERTY
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control
Fingerprint Sensor
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Additional Information Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, AIM, MSN, Yahoo, ICQ
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: XT9
Any Key Answer: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact:
Auto Answer: Yes
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP
PC Synchronization: Yes
Java Application: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3, AAC+, AAC, WMA, WAV
Video Playback Formats: MPEG-4
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Wi-fi Encryption: -
Games: Downloadable
Apps: -
Included Software / Apps: Windows Media Player
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Calculator, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): HTC P5500, HTC Nike
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