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HTC Hero review

6.7/10 AVG.
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The HTC Hero currently has an Informr score of 6.7 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 12 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.
Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
528 MHz
Processor
Processor
528 MHz
3.2"
Screen Size
Screen Size
3.2"
5+ MP
Camera
Camera
5+ MP
1350 mAh
Battery

What the Critics Are Saying...

Wired
Wired

A lot has happened since the first Google phone arrived 12 months ago. So it makes sense for HTC to finally make a legitimate stab at upgrading the Android operating system, now that Palm has its web-errific Pre, the iPhone graduated to video (not to mention cut-and-paste!), and Motorola just unveil...

- Steven Leckart , Wired
Gizmodo
Gizmodo

The real power of this Hero is that the best Android phone you can buy—it's everything good we said about the first Hero, but with our biggest complaint, speed, fixed—is on Sprint and its solid 3G network—making it the first U.S. Android phone outside of T-Mobile—and it's $18...

- Matt Buchanan, Gizmodo
TechCrunch
TechCrunch

The Hero is Android perfected and it is an excellent phone.

- John Biggs, TechCrunch
Digital Versus
Digital Versus

The Hero is a more mature Android phone. Progress still needs to be made but it is certainly the best of the phones currently using the Google OS.

- Tristan François , Digital Versus
MobileBurn
MobileBurn

The HTC Hero is a great handset that I thoroughly enjoyed using. Its older brother, the Magic, was great fun when I tested it a while back, but the Hero is better still and I'd happily use one as my everyday phone. It's quite something for me to heartily recommend a touchscreen device, as (being a h...

- Russell Jefferies, MobileBurn
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HTC backs up the Hero with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.

If your Hero 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
3.2"

The HTC Hero's screen size is 3.2 inches with x pixels resolution.
Processor
528 MHz

There is a Qualcomm MSM7200A 528 MHz processor (CPU).
OS

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

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 5+ MP camera.

There's no secondary front camera.
Storage
512 MB

Internal memory is 512 MB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.
Battery
1350mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1350 mAh battery. HTC's performance ratings are 18.5 days standby time.

HTC Hero Specs

Overview
Release Date June 24, 2009
Regions Available USA, Canada
Operating System

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Processor Qualcomm MSM7200A 528 MHz
Internal Storage 512 MB
RAM 288 MB
Hearing Aid Compatible
TTY/TDD
Noise Cancellation
SAR Head: 1.51 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
Dual SIM
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support
Infrared
Bluetooth 2.0
Bluetooth Profiles
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Mobile Hotspot
Memory Expansion Slot
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC
NFC
Data Tethering Compatibility
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 5+ Megapixels
Zoom
Flash
Additional Rear Camera Info
 Auto focus
Video Recording Formats
 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
 CIF (352 x 288 pixels)
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 65k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 3.2 inches
Secondary Display
Sensors Digital Compass
Multi-Touch
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1350 mAh
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 18.5 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Colors Pink, Black, Graphite, White, Brown
Dimensions [H x W x D] 11.2 x 5.6 x 1.4 cm (4.4 x 2.2 x 0.6 in)
Weight 135 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design
IP Rating
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key
Home Key
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control
Fingerprint Sensor
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Additional Information Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, IM
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Zoom / Magnification: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: Yes
Voicemail Key: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact:
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, SMTP
PC Synchronization: Yes
Java Application: Yes
Audio Formats: MIDI, MP3, AAC+, AAC, AMR, WMA, WAV, OGG
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Haptic Feedback: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Wi-fi Encryption: WEP
Viewable document types: BMP, DOC, GIF, HTML, JPG, PDF, PPT, RTF, TXT, XLS
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable, Pre-installed
Included Software / Apps: -
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Stop Watch, Timer, Calculator, Weather, Stocks, Maps, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): T-Mobile G2 Touch

OS Android 2.1 update is available
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