HTC Droid Eris: Android 1.5 on 528 MHz Processor
According to a BGR whisper the rumored HTC Droid Eris will have Android 1.5 atop a 528 MHz processor. While the folks at Engadget think that means it will become instantly obsolete I strongly disagree – different strokes for different folks. The specs mirror that of the current HTC Hero on the market which, in case I have to remind anyone, is selling so well that HTC is having trouble keeping up with demand.
Some people will want a phone that is smaller than the Droid. Some people will want a device that is touchscreen only. Some people will want a phone that is more affordable. For Android enthusiasts who fit into all three of those categories, the Droid Eris will be a much better phone for them than the Motorola Droid.
Sure, most of you reading this would prefer the Motorola Droid because of the specs boost. But there are undoubtedly those that would prefer the Droid Eris. It isn’t instantly obsolete, its simply for people with different preferences and needs. Not to mention, an OTA update could easily bring the Droid Eris up to speed with Android 1.5 and I’m hoping that happens because if it doesn’t… yeah, kind of annoying.