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HTC Legend review

9.3/10 AVG.
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The HTC Legend currently has an Informr score of 9.3 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 7 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.
Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
600 MHz
Processor
Processor
600 MHz
3.2"
Screen Size
Screen Size
3.2"
5+ MP
Camera
Camera
5+ MP
1300 mAh
Battery

What the Critics Are Saying...

PhoneArena
PhoneArena

We are happy to say the HTC Legend is certainly not a victim of the sequel syndrome. Hard facts of life, you know. Traditionally, first episodes of acclaimed movie series tend to be the best, with sequels proving to be progressively worse. Fortunately, this is not the case with the HTC Legend an...

- PhoneArena Team, PhoneArena
MobileBurn
MobileBurn

The HTC Legend is certainly worthy of its name, and offers a worthwhile upgrade to its predecessor, the HTC Hero. The aluminium unibody and AMOLED display alone are worth the upgrade, not to mention the slightly faster processor, upgraded UI, bigger battery, and optical joystick. It's an altog...

- Russell Jefferies, MobileBurn
Engadget
Engadget

There's no question about the unibody's toughness, and many other features we've seen here are of significant improvements over the Hero, namely the AMOLED screen (in general), FM radio, optical trackpad (debatable), still camera and the new goodies plus performance boost in Sense UI. Sure, ther...

- Richard Lai, Engadget
CNET
CNET

The HTC Legend takes everything that was great about the HTC Hero and makes it even better. With the Hero having won CNET UK's coveted Editors' Choice award in July last year, that's no mean feat. But this smart phone isn't just a refresh of the Hero -- good-looking, speedy and fun...

- Flora Graham, CNET
Gizmodo
Gizmodo

The legend is the most solid Android phone I've used

- Kat Hannaford, Gizmodo

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

If your Legend 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 Legend's screen size is 3.2 inches with x pixels resolution.
Processor
600 MHz

There is a Qualcomm MSM 7227 600 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
No

Internal memory is No. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 16 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.
Battery
1300mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1300 mAh battery. HTC's performance ratings are 18.5 days standby time, 420 minutes.

HTC Legend Specs

Overview
Release Date April 24, 2010
Regions Available USA
Operating System

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Processor Qualcomm MSM 7227 600 MHz
Internal Storage
RAM 384 MB
Hearing Aid Compatible
TTY/TDD
Noise Cancellation
SAR Head: 1.13 W/kg
Body: 0.71 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA 7.2, HSUPA
Details
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT)
Wi-Fi Calling
Voice over LTE (VoLTE)
SIM card size
Yes
Dual SIM
Connectivity
USB
USB OTG Support
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared
Bluetooth 2.1
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Mobile Hotspot
Memory Expansion Slot
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 16 GB)
NFC
Data Tethering Compatibility
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 5+ Megapixels
Zoom
Flash
 Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
 Auto focus, Geotagging
Video Recording Formats
 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, WMV
Video Recording Parameters
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology AMOLED
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 3.2 inches
Secondary Display
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Digital Compass
Multi-Touch
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1300 mAh
Removable Battery
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 420 minutes
Standby Time Up to 18.5 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Colors Black, Gray
Dimensions [H x W x D] 11.2 x 5.6 x 1.2 cm (4.4 x 2.2 x 0.5 in)
Weight 126 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 Optical pad, Touchscreen
External Volume Control
Fingerprint Sensor
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, IM
ROM: 512MB
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Themes: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: T9
Voice Commands: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact: Email address, Other fields
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, 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, DOCX, PDF, PPT, PPTX, RTF, TXT, XLS
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable
Included Software / Apps: -
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Calculator, Currency Converter, Weather, Stocks, Maps, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): HTC Hero 2

Upgrade to OS 2.2 Froyo available
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