HTC launches the HTC TyTN II (Kaiser) in Europe:
Introducing new tilting touch screen device with global high-speed HSDPA connectivity Launching in partnership with key mobile operators across Europe, including Orange, T-Mobile, Telefonica Group and Vodafone
LONDON August 28, 2007 HTC Corp. (TAIEX: 2498; HTC), the world' s leading provider of Microsoft Windows Mobile-based smart devices, today unveiled the HTC TyTN II. HTC TyTN II will be launched in partnership with leading operator partners across Europe, as well as direct under the HTC brand, and builds on the success of the award-winning first HTC TyTN (June 2006). Featuring global high speed HSDPA connectivity, in-built GPS for personal navigation and an innovative adjustable screen angle, this device is the ultimate mobile companion. The HTC TyTN II packs all the power of Windows Mobile 6 into a unique new form factor, continuing HTC's 10-year heritage of innovation in device design. The 2.8-inch colour screen slides back to reveal a full QWERTY keyboard, then tilts up to position the screen perfectly for reading and creating emails, using applications, or even just playing videos and games. The HTC TyTN II allows users to get connected in any country with tri-band UMTS and quad-band EDGE. It boasts unrivalled worldwide 3.5G high speed internet HSDPA, at speeds 9 times faster than 3G and WiFi 802.11b/g to ensure users can enjoy high-speed surfing, uploading and downloading while roaming anywhere in the world. HTC HomeTM, HTC‟s new homescreen, offers easy access to photo dialing, text messages, calendar entries, emails and contacts, as well as one touch access to live weather conditions plus four-day forecasts. Leveraging the functionality of Windows Mobile 6, the HTC TyTN II provides a complete suite of business applications including Word Mobile, Excel Mobile, PowerPoint Mobile, contacts, calendar, push e-mail, notes, tasks, PDF viewer and more. In addition, HTC has included further applications such as a business card scanner and TomTom Navigator 6 (Taster edition) to complement the in-built GPS.
Availability The HTC TyTN II has been designed and developed to enable business users to take full advantage of the latest high speed data and multimedia content and applications, and incorporating feedback from HTC's operator customers. It will be launched in partnership with leading operators across Europe from September, including Orange, T-Mobile, Telefonica Group and Vodafone, as well as direct, under the HTC brand. T-Mobile International, with more than 111 million mobile customers, is one of the world's leading companies in mobile communications. It is continuing its very successful MDA Vario product line based on the HTC TyTN II at the beginning of October.
Orange is launching the HTC TyTN II across its European footprint in a phased roll-out from the end of September. The HTC TyTN II is the latest addition to Orange's unique range of Signature devices and offers a choice of email solutions, including Microsoft DirectPush on Windows Mobile 6. Combined with fast connectivity through Orange‟s WiFi, 3G+ (HSDPA), 3G and EDGE networks, the powerful HTC TyTN II provides a laptop-like experience on a mobile device for users who want access to work information from any location in the world.
HTC TyTN II key features Adjustable screen angle and slide-out QWERTY keyboard o 2.8-inch 240*320 QVGA touch screen Get connected in any country o Tri-band UMTS & Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE 3.5G high speed internet o 9 times faster than 3G o Worldwide mobile high speed connectivity Live HTC HomeTM screen Windows Mobile 6 Professional with Direct Push Email Internal GPS antenna, TomTom Navigator 6 Taster Edition Business Card Scanner 3 mega-pixel auto focus camera Wireless LAN WiFi 802.11b/g Bluetooth 2.0 ROM 256MB and RAM 128MB Easy scrolling with touch scrolling or jog wheel microSDTM card slot Dimensions - 112mm (L) x 59mm (W) x 19mm (T)
Weight - 190g with battery Battery: 1,350 mAh rechargeable Li-polymer battery Standby time: o Up to 350 hours for UMTS o Up to 365 hours for GSM Talk time: o Up to 264 minutes for UMTS o Up to 420 minutes for GSM o Up to 120 minutes for video call More information at www.tytnseries.com About HTC Founded in 1997, HTC Corp. (HTC) designs, manufactures and markets innovative, feature rich smartphone and PDA Phone devices. Since its establishment, HTC has developed strong R&D capabilities, pioneered many new designs and product innovations and launched state-of-the-art PDA Phones and smartphones for mobile operators and distributors in Europe, the US, and Asia. These machines are available as HTC devices and as products individually customized for operator and device partners. HTC is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile device market. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com.