HTC Wildfire
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HTC Wildfire Overview
The hardware of the HTC Wildfire isn't exactly 'jaw dropping,' but still great for an 'entry-level' handset for folks on a budget. Specs include a 5 MP camera with geo-tagging & auto-focus, 3.2" inch capacitive that supports multi-touch and gesture input and packed with Android 2.1 Eclair definitely showing the Wildfire is the successor to HTC's other budget phone - the Tattoo.
A fun fact about this phone is the name -- HTC ran an online poll to decide what the handset should be called and "Wildfire" came out on top. The name ends up all too fitting.
The HTC Wildfire features HTC's typically fresh stylings, which include an optical trackpad for navigation. It has since seen its successor in the HTC Wildfire S.
HTC Wildfire Specs
| General | |
| Form Factor: | Candybar |
| AKA: | ? |
| Date Released (YYYY/MM/DD): | 2010/07/27 |
| Size | |
| Weight: | 4.16 ounces |
| Dimensions: | 106.8 x 60.4 x 12 mm |
| Display | |
| Resolution: | 240x320 |
| Size: | 3.2-inches |
| Type: | Capacitive, TFT-LCD |
| Camera | |
| Video: | Yes |
| Flash: | LED |
| Auto-focus: | Yes |
| Megapixels: | 5 MP |
| Connectivity | |
| GPS: | Yes, with A-GPS |
| USB: | MicroUSB 2.0 |
| Bluetooth: | 2.1 + EDR, A2DP |
| Wi-Fi: | 802.11 b/g |
| HDMI: | No |
| Multimedia | |
| Headset Jack: | 3.5mm audio jack |
| Radio: | FM Receiver |
| Battery | |
| Type: | Lithium-ion 1300 mAH |
| Hardware/OS | |
| Operating System: | Android 2.2 with HTC Sense |
| Internal Memory: | 512MB |
| External Memory: | MicroSD (Up to 32 GB) |
| RAM: | 384MB |
| Processor: | 528 MHz Qualcomm MSM 7225 |
HTC Wildfire Reviews
Engadget "Well, we didn't have high expectation for the Wildfire to begin with, and having played with it we were even less stoked. In general, this handset's seriously lacking in multimedia features, and then we have the screen problem plus the occasional lag. That said, we can't really walk away hating the Wildfire in its entirety -- the battery life's good, plus it is after all a £230 ($346) device if bought off the shelf, or for free on T-Mobile's £20 ($30) per month two-year contract."
CNet "For Alltel customers on a budget, the HTC Wildfire is a very affordable and decently featured Android phone, but it comes at the cost of screen quality and processor speed."
Phone Arena "The HTC Wildfire's display seems to be the main sacrifice on the altar of affordability, along with the fairly timid processor. We think there should be a law forbidding phones with great design to be underpowered and paired to low-res screens. Joking aside, if we didn't have these gripes with the camera quality, the HTC Wildfire would be a decent first stop for inexpensive introduction to the world of Android touchscreen phones. We certainly enjoy the phone's proportions and battery life, though, plus HTC's tradition of coining phones with great design and superb build quality is exemplified fully in the HTC Wildfire, despite its low-range specs status."
Pocket-lint "The HTC Wildfire offers up a comprehensive package of connected treats and dishes out some of the experience you'll find on the best handsets from this company. The experience is a step down from that of the Legend and the Desire and rightly so. It's also cheaper, so those who can't live with the premium price of the other handsets, but want the features will find it here."
GSM Arena "You can't help we guess, but love the sound of it. Wildfire is a strong and beautiful name. The thing is it raises no less expectation than names like Legend or Hero. But we're talking entirely different leagues here. So a simple Desire mini would've told the whole story - and caused no confusion."
MobileBurn "My personal view is that the Wildfire is a fantastic phone if you're after a smartphone that excels at social networking and is available at a competitive price with lots of functionality. However, if a really good web experience and blistering performance is important to you, and you have the cash, I'd seriously consider one of its bigger brothers."
Know Your Mobile "The HTC Wildfire is a brillant device and the combination of Android 2.1 and HTC's Sense UI is a match made in heaven. So, as long as you don't mind a slightly rubbish screen you'll be very happy with the HTC Wildfire."
Trusted Reviews "The HTC Wildfire isn't perfect. Its low resolution screen won't appease heavy users, or those looking to enjoy games and video. Also, the phone isn't actually that small for such a low resolution screen. However, it has all the essential features of a smartphone, and the screen is still adequate for web browsing, social networking and most apps. Most importantly, though, no other phone of its size and price offers this level of design and build quality. Based on this it's easy to recommend."
"overall, the HTC Wildfire is a likable little fellow and can do everything that its bigger, more pricey sibling can do, albeit with a little less polish. Social networking addicts will struggle to find a better device at this price point."
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