There have been mixed reviews of the range of Windows Phone 7 devices that have been released since the new Microsoft OS was launched back in October. With rival platforms such as Android, BlackBerry and Apple already well established, it’s no easy task convincing users to migrate to a new operating system. So does the HTC 7 Pro have what it takes to persuade people to make the switch? With its solid build, classy finish and impressive form factor, you would certainly think so. If a user’s decision to switch was based on hardware and build quality alone, the 7 Pro would be fighting a very strong case.
Also known as the HTC Gold, the 7 Pro is essentially the successor to HTC’s highly popular Touch Pro2. It maintains the form factor of a slide out QWERTY keyboard & tilt screen and features an impressive metallic finish. The keyboard builds on the success of its predecessor, sticking to the 5-row layout that made typing so simple on the HTC Pro2. The mechanism of the keyboard may seem a little off-putting at first as it slides out and tilts in one complete motion, but after half a day’s use the mechanism becomes convenient for both opening and closing the keyboard.
Last year saw the release of some incredible HTC smartphones and the HTC 7 Pro continues to add to the more than impressive portfolio that HTC has developed. Integration with Microsoft services such as Outlook and Office make everyday tasks simple, while new services such as Zune and Xbox Live provide plenty of entertainment options. The Windows Marketplace has over 5,000 apps to choose from with 150 being added daily. Being a business-centric device, gaming options may not interest HTC Gold users that much, but the option is there if a break from work is required.
So who is the HTC 7 Pro be best suited to? Users of the old Microsoft OS, Windows Mobile 6.5, will certainly be impressed and the HTC 7 Pro is a worthy offering for those WinMo fans that have been waiting for a successor to the HTC Touch Pro2. For those that have used Android, BlackBerry and iPhone for the last few years, it’s certainly worth considering the HTC 7 Pro. While a device with a keyboard tends to be considered as a business handset, it’s also useful for social media, email and text, so these features are more appealing than on a device with only a touchscreen keyboard.
The HTC 7 Pro is now available to purchase with a free HTC BH M300 Bluetooth Headset from Clove Technology, priced £360 + VAT.
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