HTC Desire vs Apple iPhone 4G - Comparison

July 29, 2010 - PRLog -- The recent launch of the much anticipated iPhone 4 caused the predictable flurry of excitement among smartphone and mobile phone enthusiasts.

There’s no denying it: the iPhone 4 is a gorgeous device worthy of salivating over. But it’s far from the only contender for coolest smartphone on the market, and it comes at a hefty price tag that might put it beyond the reach of many customers. If you didn’t pre-order one, there’s also now a considerable wait to get your hands on the new Apple product.

So if you’re looking for an aesthetically pleasing, functional smartphone with the ‘wow’ factor, what other options are available? The HTC Desire is among the top contenders. http://www.clove.co.uk/viewProduct.aspx?product=32C8AD9B-E300-4267-BEC1-DE55F02D0184

When HTC brought out the Desire smartphone back in March, it was widely tipped to be a device that rivalled and even bettered the iPhone 3GS on many levels.

The HTC Desire did not disappoint and lived up to its name, quickly becoming and remaining one of the most desirable smartphones out there.

iPhones are all about apps, as the much parodied adverts tell us, but Google are pretty hot on apps too. There are more than 15,000 applications in the Google Marketplace, meaning that personalisation of your HTC smartphone to suit your wants and needs couldn’t be easier.

Powered by Google Android 2.1 with HTC Sense, the HTC Desire has an operating system and user interface that knocks the socks off most other smartphones, enabling you to function like never before. Whether for business use or pleasure the Desire has the facilities to respond and work in every situation. The rich feature set keeps you connected and in touch with the world.

In terms of weight, the HTC Desire edges it over the iPhone, although only by two grams (the iPhone is 137g compared with the Desire’s 135g). The iPhone’s dimensions are slightly smaller – 115.2x58.6x9.3mm compared with 119x60x11.9mm – but this extra size does enable the Desire to have a bigger screen (3.7inches).

Navigation on the HTC Desire mobile phone improved from its predecessors with the addition of a clickable optical trackball that increased accuracy. The iPhone is, of course, touch screen, and it is a matter of personal preference which works best for you.

One of the key issues, particularly in the current economic climate, is price. Many smartphone users are opting for non-contract phones, to enable them to switch deals easily and prevent them being tied into a contract should a better deal come up.

An unlocked iPhone 4 will set you back nearly £500* from Apple. An HTC Desire from Clove Technology costs just £387.75* including VAT. http://www.clove.co.uk/viewProduct.aspx?product=32C8AD9B-...

Whatever smartphone you opt for, Clove Technology have a range of smartphone accessories to help you get the most from your phone.

Prices correct as at 29 July 2010

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