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HTC Incredible S review

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7.7/10
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The HTC Incredible S currently has an Informr score of 7.7 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 14 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.

The HTC Incredible S takes the franchise one step beyond, offering a 4-inch WVGA Super LCD display, generating 480 x 800 pixel resolution, an 8MP camera with dual LED flash and auto-focus, HD video record, secondary camera for video calling, MP3 player, FM radio and native YouTube player.

Add a full HTML internet browser and on-board support for Facebook and Twitter, and you have a powerful smartphone ready to please.

Rounding out the configuration is GPS, Bluetooth 2.1, WiFi and a 3.5mm headset jack. With a talk time up to 9.6 hours and a standby time up to 370 hours, the HTC Incredible S is a top tier phone ready to take on all challengers.


Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
1 GHz
Processor
Processor
1 GHz
4"
Screen Size
Screen Size
4"
8+ MP
Camera
Camera
8+ MP
1450 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


GSMArena
GSMArena

The HTC Incredible S has all the ingredients of a great smartphone. A large screen with great image quality, powerful hardware under the hood and a decent camera with HD video recording sounds like a great formula for success. It also provides a solid user experience so all seems fine, right?Well, n...

- GSMArena Team, GSMArena
InsideHW
InsideHW

Our impressions after thorough testing are very positive indeed. The phone’s dimensions and weight are well-balanced, and the overall feeling of Incredible S is that of a high-quality, firm phone. Its unusual battery lid design distance it from the competitors, which is a rare feat on today’s market...

- Zeljko Djuric, InsideHW
Stuff
Stuff

On paper, the specs of the Incredible S processor are nothing special, lacking the dual-core prowess of the latest handsets, but in use it’s fast and effective, rarely if ever leaving you waiting. And while many big-screened smartphones, including some by HTC, have been dogged by poor battery life,...

- Stuff Team, Stuff
Expert Reviews
Expert Reviews

If you can cope with its odd looks and are happy to wait for the Gingerbread Android update, the Incredible S is a fine Android handset. It's essentially the Desire HD with a smaller screen and improved battery life, which is no bad thing. However, this also means the Incredible S doesn’t feel...

- Ben Griffin, Expert Reviews
Digital Versus
Digital Versus

The Incredible S is a very good smartphone: it's got better battery life than the Desire HD, a very usable screen that's not too big and is generally very responsive. It's just a shame that the camera is so dreadful.

- Florence Legrand , Digital Versus


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HTC backs up the Incredible S with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


If your Incredible S 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
4"

The HTC Incredible S's screen size is 4 inches with x pixels resolution.

Processor
1 GHz

There is a Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8255 1 GHz processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.

Camera
8+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 8+ MP camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera useful for video chat and self portraits.

Storage
1.1 GB

Internal memory is 1.1 GB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
1450mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1450 mAh battery. HTC's performance ratings are 12 days standby time, 580 minutes.

Incredible S Specs

Overview
Release Date February 28, 2010
Regions Available USA, Canada
Operating System No

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Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8255 1 GHz
Internal Storage 1.1 GB
RAM 768 MB
Hearing Aid Compatible No
TTY/TDD No
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Head: 0.876 W/kg
Body: 0.766 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Data Cable, Headphones, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
EDGE, HSDPA 14.4, HSUPA
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
Yes
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support No
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared No
Bluetooth 2.1
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, OPP/FTP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot No
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB)
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
8+ Megapixels
Zoom
Yes
Flash
Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
Auto focus
Video Recording Formats
3GP / 3GPP, 3G2 / 3GPP2, MPEG-4, WMV
Video Recording Parameters
HD (1280 x 720 pixels)
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
1.3Mpx
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology OLED
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 4 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Multi-Touch No
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features Capacitive, S-LCD
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1450 mAh
Removable Battery Yes
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 580 minutes
Standby Time Up to 12 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Colors Black, Red
Dimensions [H x W x D] 12.0 x 6.4 x 1.2 cm (4.7 x 2.5 x 0.5 in)
Weight 136 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers No
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key No
Home Key No
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, MMS, Google Talk
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Wallpapers
Themes: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Zoom / Magnification: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: XT9
Voicemail Key: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact: Email address, Other fields
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, SMTP
PC Synchronization: Yes
DLNA Support: Yes
Audio Formats: MIDI, MP3, AAC, Apple Lossless, WMA, WAV, M4A, OGG
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, 3G2 / 3GPP2, WMV
Streaming Video: Yes
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Haptic Feedback: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Radio: Yes (FM)
Wi-fi Encryption: WEP
Viewable document types: DOC, GIF, JPG, PDF, PPT, RTF, TXT, XLS
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable
Included Software / Apps: -
Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Stop Watch, Timer, Calculator, Weather, Stocks, Maps, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): HTC s710e

8 GB microSD card included.
Upgrade to OS 2.3.3 available
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