Summer, as a rule - it's time to leave and calm even in the ever-changing world of mobile devices. But the irrepressible HTC's rules of the game, and leave the Chinese have not, so the summer has been chosen to implement a large-scale rebranding and the release of several new models. Recall, HTC «bury" most of its brands, including well-known in Russia, Qtek, and put all face the fact: henceforth there is no brand other than HTC, and HTC - his prophet. Anyway, in Europe and Russia (in Asia will remain DoPod). Of course, this procedure stunned many customers HTC, but to go to them, by and large, were nowhere, and they sigh and swearing an oath, adopted new rules of the game. Transitional period, as practice shows, is always marked by some, shall we say, strangeness, and HTC no exception. Do not know what came into his head hard working Chinese managers (perhaps peretrudilis), but the standard and familiar to all is the scheme alphanumeric names was rejected as not met the expectations, and the light was born (I suspect, in terrible agony), two strange names : HTC MTeoR (nee - Qtek 8600), which we have already mentioned earlier, and the HTC TyTN (aka Qtek 9600) - the hero of this review. Fortunately, in this strange and over. I was told, it happened about the following scenario. Imagine the office of the company HTC, the sales department.
Call the client:
- Hello, we would like to purchase your party MT MTE ... ... well, in general, these iron smartphones.
- Excuse me, could you repeat what party? - Client hangs up. In order TyTN-s, probably fared generally fabulous ... Lord it over so little guidance HTC realized that more can not continue (long and bust), and the mysterious names are gone. The following models will again have a plain and simple alphanumeric names (HTC Sxxx and HTC Pxxx). Best, as usual, was the enemy of good. But leave aside the lyrics, and get back to the hero of our review. In HTC TyTN (pronounced Titan), a hard destiny: a month before the release of his changed appearance, model name, and even internal project name at HTC! However, the difficult fate did not break our hero, and he finally appeared before adoring audiences in all its glory.
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Specifications HTC TyTN: - Operating system: Windows Mobile 5.0 - Phone Edition
- Processor: Samsung 2442, 400 MHz
- Memory: 128 MB ROM (ROM), 64MB RAM (RAM)
- Screen: 2.8 "(72 mm) transflective TFT, 240x320, 65536 colors, sensor
- Memory Expansion: microSD
- Wireless interfaces: IrDA, Bluetooth 2.0 (without the support of EDR), WiFi (802.11 b / g), HSDPA / UMPTS (850/1900/2100 MHz), GSM / GPRS / EDGE (850/900/1800/1900MGts), EGPRS class B, Multi-slot class 10
- Battery: removable Li-Polymer, 1350 mAh
- Dimensions and weight: 112,5 x 58 x 21,95 mm and 176g
Of the next class and capabilities of devices for HTC TyTN can be distinguished, firstly, HP iPAQ hw6915 with QWERTY-keyboard, as well as besklaviaturny model E-Ten M600 + and Asus P525 with a numeric keypad. However, due to its unique form-factor (side slider), HTC TyTN has no equal, unless, of course, do not take into account his predecessor, Qtek 9100.
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| E-Ten M600 + and HTC TyTN |
Completion
Complete TyTN standard for the latest models of HTC: - Battery
- Headset (handsfree)
- Sync cable (miniUSB)
- Network adapter
- Leather belt pouch with a magnetic clasp and clip
- CD-ROM with Microsoft ActiveSync
- User Guide
All accessories are relatively standard, there is nothing to complain about - the normal high-quality equipment.
Appearance
HTC TyTN - successor line of devices with QWERTY-keyboard. HTC seriously worked on the design of the new model: the changes undergone not only appearance but also the slide-out keyboard - the keys are large and comfortable, the light brighter. In fairness, the keyboard left a lot of free space and not very clear what prevented the use of his - the keyboard will only be won.
Sam slider mechanism as compared to Qtek 9100 made more quality - no backlash, and the movement of panels relative to each other more smoothly (though, as you use a small gap still appears). Keyboard layout is somewhat unusual, but, in principle, quite comfortable. Not very conveniently located upper soft buttons: to push them, you need enough thin fingers, because the distance to the upper halves of the body shifted a little. Personally, I prefer the keyboard for extended on-screen buttons to press - it is more convenient.
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Another thing that I liked - the keyboard can work with one hand. Anyway, I pretty well write sms-ki, simultaneously driving machine. However, after a pair of sharp brake on this venture, I refused, and others do not recommend. Compared with its predecessor, Qtek 9100, our hero is somewhat thinner but slightly longer. Its buttons are more convenient, plus the front panel displays "OK" button and a button with the logo of Windows, causing the "Start" menu. All other buttons on the front of the old: the top button call the mail client and browser below - click the phone (call / hang up), joystick and soft-keys Windows Mobile.
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As mentioned earlier, in the development of HTC TyTN changed appearance. In the photo you can see both versions, for comparison. Personally, I prefer the old version (left), in my opinion it looks more "expensive" and interesting. It is obvious that HTC just tried at the same time reduce the cost of production by simplifying the case. Joystick in the new version also seemed less comfortable, but perhaps it is subjective.
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| Left - the first version of the design case HTC TyTN |
By the way during the preparation of this material for publication, we learned that the party HTC TyTN in the original version of the body has acquired in the implementation of the Company, i-mate. Device will be sold under the name of i-mate JASJAM. But back to the inspection of new items. On the back side of the device is the camera, self-portrait mirror, flash and ring for the strap around the neck or wrist.
And now the fun part: the left end of the device, in addition to standard voice dialing button and a compartment for cards miniSD, contains a button "OK" and (Warning) full clickwheel. So obrzom, TyTN - the first device to HTC, which has a wheel. It is situated correctly (just under the thumb), the correct size and use it also very convenient. The wheel can also be a button (you can click), and using it is very convenient, for example, view e-mail or read the book. In general, for the convenience of using "titanium" we can safely put the top five.
On the right side - off button, call Comms manager and camera. At the bottom end - the port miniUSB, IrDA, latch the back cover and the hole to reset the device.
Build quality - at a high level (after all - the top model, the situation requires). There are, however, one small detail: When replacing the back cover has a chance to lose the rubber plug connector for external antenna - it is a bit unfortunate. But, as I think back cover yet removed not too often.
Processor and memory
For some unknown reason, HTC refused at the time of the use of processors Intel, and moved to a TI OMAP. This transition was successful in terms of battery life, but it is very unfortunate in terms of performance. I think the main reason again was the desire to reduce the cost of production plus the fact that in addition to the main processor TI provides more and GSM-chipset. With the TyTN situation is different. This - 3G device, ie with support for UMTS, which uses radio module produced by Qualcomm - the leader (and, in fact, a monopoly) in the CDMA-chipsets. Plus, the slower processor does not have enough for video telephony. As a result, TyTN used SC2442 by Samsung, runs at 400 MHz. The initial specifications of HTC TyTN CPU frequency was reduced to 300 MHz, but since it did not give any gain, it increased to 400 MHz. Compared with the TI OMAP processors Samsung, but a higher frequency, there is another advantage - a "broad" (32 vs. 16 bit) data bus, which also gives the performance boost. Power consumption is a Samsung processor, while higher TI (which is understandable), but, nevertheless, is at a very low level. With the memory situation is standard - 128 MB flash memory and 64 MB RAM, located in the same enclosure with the processor.Available to the user about 45 MB of flash memory and about 25 MB of RAM. Restock Memory HTC TyTN, you can use standard cards microSD. This is a relatively new format, but the 2GB card is available without problems. Size they are, of course, the microscopic and losing the card - a piece of cake, but in general any problems microSD not deliver. And with the help of an adapter, usually supplied in the kit, microSD card flick of the wrist into a normal SD.
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Below are the test results bystrodeytsviya TyTN using the program SPB Benchmark.
Subjectively (yes, and for understandable reasons - 400 MHz on board) compared with its predecessor - Qtek 9100 - TyTN runs noticeably faster. However, compared to other devices with the same processor, the device does not show any outstanding results. But in general, works quite briskly and without any brakes for demanding tasks (heavy games, the opening of hefty PDF, etc.): I would call a good performance machine, but no more. In addition to the normal processor in the HTC TyTN is also used graphics chipset manufactured by ATI, which, in theory, should accelerate work with graphics and video. Model of the video chipset, unfortunately, are unable to find out.
Screen
Here HTC TyTN is not original - it uses have already become standard for the latest models of communicators transflective screen with a diagonal of 2.8 inches and 240x320 pixels (the same stands in the Qtek S200). True, the levels of brightness adjustment was more - 12.
Battery
HTC TyTN got enough capacity battery - 1350 mAh. The size of the battery, too decent, and the weight of the device it makes a great contribution. Perhaps, for such "advanced" device is still not enough, especially for 3G-phone, but, overall, a very worthy. Experience has shown that even with very intensive use telephone module TyTN still maintains a full day on one battery charge. That data is more detailed testing.
Testing was performed with a full charge before the warning about running in four different modes. - Stress test. GSM-module, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi enabled, the brightness and volume maximum, the unit lost in a series of "hard" video. Hours - 1 hour 35 minutes.
- Normal operation. GSM and Bluetooth are included, Wi-Fi - is off. Speaker volume was set at half the maximum brightness - in the first division of the minimum. Device is lost in a cycle of regular video. Hours - 4 hours 20 min.
- Reading e-books. Bluetooth - off, the lights - in the first division of the minimum, the reading program was carried Haali Reader mode avtoskrolla. Hours - 7 hours 08 min.
- Play audio. Bluetooth and the screen - are off. Play was performed on a set of headphones attached.Used the program GS Player, files with a bitrate of 192-256 KBps played with the memory card. Hours - 8 hours 25 min.
- Standby mode. Opening hours - about four days.
But the device looks like compared to other communicators.
Sound
There is nothing particularly outstanding, I have not noticed - the usual, fairly loud speaker, a good microphone sensitivity. Sound standard headset - is also the most common (though what else to expect from a tiny pair of cheap headphones "drops"?), But for everyday use, more than enough. Cobesednika always hear perfectly.
Wireless interfaces
In this regard, the HTC TyTN has something to boast of: here and support GPRS / EDGE, and UMTS, and Bluetooth 2.0, and WiFi (802.11b / g), and even infrared. As usual, most wireless function controls the application Comms Manager.
Phone
In the TyTN is present as a GSM / GPRS / EDGE (850/900/1800/1900MGts) and HSDPA / UMTS-module (950/1800/2100MGts). Thus, the unit will operate almost worldwide. Telephone module can automatically switch between GSM and UMTS, but you can manually tell it what standard is preferable.
All other phone functions are pretty standard for a modern machine.
Of the functions that have not yet relevant to Russia, there is video telephony. Personally, I still did not get to try it, but European colleagues report from the field, everything is working quite decently. Maybe someday, these amenities of civilization, and will get to us.
Communication quality - excellent (on the Qualcomm chipset others expect and do not have to). Apparatus clings to the network until the last drop of the signal, which causes only the most positive emotions.
Bluetooth
Despite the fact that the TyTN formally supports the specification of Bluetooth 2.0, a high data rate (EDR) is still left behind. Still uses the stack from Microsoft, with all its "charm." In fairness, the charms from version to version is still a little smaller.
It supports all current profiles Bluetooth: - Generic Access profile - basic profile of Bluetooth, is responsible for maintaining communication between devices, the identification of other available profiles, as well as for security.
- Serial Port profile provides emulation of an RS-232 interface or USB.
- Object Push profile controls the exchange of electronic business cards.
- DUN profile (Dial-Up Networking) enables you to use your smartphone as a modem, for example, to access the Internet from a laptop.
- Hands-free profile - headset.
- Advanced Audio Distribution profile (A2DP) - wireless audio playback stereokachestva.
- Audio / Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) - wireless control playback of audio and video.
- HID profile - (Human Interface Device) Profile - connecting wireless peripherals such as keyboards.
- SIM Access profile - wireless access to the SIM card.
The quality of the Bluetooth module does not raise any problems. In addition, TyTN supports simultaneous operation of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi
HTC TyTN supports the latest version of the standard 802.11b / g. Setting the standard for Windows Mobile 5, everything works flawlessly. However, one small flaw still exists: the sensitivity of the receiver rather average. In any case where my laptop with built-in Wi-Fi-adapter with no problems catching the signal and worked at the TyTN is a problem - it either did not see the network, either reported too low signal level. Perhaps the small size of the built-in antenna limits the sensitivity (the laptop is still fairly bigger in size). But if the signal level is good - then Wi-Fi in the TyTN runs like a clock, for example, two or three cafes in Moscow, where I had been, surfing the web is clearly a success. Naturally, work with Wi-Fi the most dramatic effect on battery life, but there's not going anywhere.
Infrared
In fact, both say there is nothing. Normal, not enhanced infrared. Anachronism, but sometimes useful.
Luggage
In TyTN used exactly the same camera with a resolution of 2 megapixel, as in the model Qtek S200. Image quality - virtually identical, macro mode is also present. However, there was still a useful thing, like a flash (or rather, super-bright LED, it replaces). Ability to shoot standard and well known to you: regular and continuous shooting, video, "sport" mode, etc. There is white balance, color effects, and others have already become familiar to the communicator HTC «bells and whistles." See examples of photos.
Software
HTC TyTN running already familiar Windows Mobile 5.0 Phone edition, and a set of programs is absolutely standard for this edition. From the more software is worth noting except that ClearVue PDF - a program for viewing documents Adobe Acrobat, which we recently told one review software. The presence of the keyboard makes the TyTN comfortable enough to work with Word documents and Excel, good standard office suite (Pocket Word / Excel / PowerPoint) is a set of preinstalled software.
Price and Availability
HTC TyTN should appear on sale in early fall. Its price is still unknown, but according to my information, it will be at least $ 900. Expensive, but for this class of device it is quite normal price. In any case, it's not a toy, but rather a serious business tool. At the time of publication of the survey became known that the market has already appeared "gray» HTC TyTN. I would like to warn potential buyers: According to official statements HTC, approximately 40% of them has a defect in the touch screen. In the "white" devices, such a defect is absent. Be careful when buying.
Conclusions
In my opinion, HTC TyTN, despite the fact that it became a product of the transition period for HTC, is doomed to success. And even the high price - not a hindrance. This device has everything you need for work and everyday use. Especially, it seems to me, the novelty will satisfy business users. However, a more powerful battery to our "titanium" clearly would not stir. Recommend to a communicator can also be those users who require convenient QWERTY-keyboard, combined with compact size device. On these indicators HTC TyTN for today has no equal.
Pros: - powerful processor
- convenient QWERTY keyboard
- full scroll wheel
- Supports all current wireless standards
Cons: - not the most outstanding battery life
- high starting price
The authors, translation:
LF Goresky
