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HTC Windows Phone 8X Smartphone Reviews, Specifications and Price, Microsoft wants to go new ways with its new operating system from Redmond. An OS for computers, tablets and smartphones alike. The Windows Phone 8X by HTC is one of the first smartphones that feature this new software and, in order to present it properly, it naturally needs exceptional hardware. The mix of an IPS touchscreen with a 720p resolution, a Snapdragon S4 SoC (system-on-a-chip) with a clock frequency of 1.5 GHz, 1 GB of working memory and an appealing casing design are to ensure the new operating systems successful kick-off. Other Windows Phone 8 contenders vying for the number one position in the high-end field are Nokias Lumia 920 and Samsungs Ativ S.

More interesting than the hardware inside HTCs 8X is certainly the completely new software. The metro design of the modern UI surface is known from the previous Windows Phone 7, but it has been completely refreshed. The home screen can be compared with widgets known from Android systems. Applications are continuously updated, are never idle and imply high dynamics. Naturally, the looks can be customized. Interesting features are noticed when scrolling through the innumerable settings. This is Microsofts attempt at making its new device interesting for company use. The smartphone can be furnished with a corporate account and consequently allows the company to have a better control over its smartphones because highly sensitive data (e.g. email traffic) might be stored on them. Thus, the boss can disable the SD card or delete all data on the device via a remote application.

Another setting is dubbed "Kids Corner", which enables assigning certain applications, games or videos to a specific target group. It is very obvious that the developers have put a lot of thought into software usability. The entire handling is very intuitive; the functions are easy to understand and are self-explanatory within a short time. Those already using Windows 8 on their computer or tablet will immediately find their way around on the metro design and can get started. The interface for coupling a computer, tablet or smartphone is refined. Synchronizing content via Microsofts Skydrive cloud service extremely facilitates work and exchange among devices.

All in all, the system already runs very well and reliably just after its unveiling and is very enjoyable for the user. How the Windows Phone 8 asserts itself against the strong contenders will be seen in the next months. There definitely is potential and Windows app store is continuously being filled with applications and games.

Specifications HTC Windows Phone 8X

• Processor ; Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 MSM8260A 1.5 GHz
• Memory : 1024 MB
• Graphics adapter : Qualcomm Adreno 225
• Display : 4.3 inch 16:9, 1280x720 pixel, kapazitiv, Multi-Touch, Super LCD 2, diagonal: 10.9 cm/4.3" Corning Gorilla Glas 2, 342 DPI, glossy: yes
• Harddisk : 16 GB SSD, 16GB integrated
• Connections : Audio Connections: 3.5 mm stereo jack, Sensors: A-GPS, GLONASS, accelerometer, digital compass, NFC, ambient light sensor, micro-USB
• Networking : 802.11a/b/g/n (abgn), 3.1 +EDR Bluetooth, HSPA/WCDMA: 850/900/1900/2100 MHz
• Size : height x width x depth (in mm): 10.1 x 66.2 x 132.4
• Weight : 0.129 kg Power Supply: 0.055 kg
• Battery : Lithium-Ion, 1800 mAh, built-in
• Price : 549 Euro
• Operating System : Microsoft Windows Phone 8
• Additional features : Webcam: 8 Megapixel rear camera, 1080p (30 fps), LED, Autofocus, HTC ImageChip, 2.1 MP front-facing camera, 1080p, Speakers: mono, Smartphone, USB cable, modular PSU, headset, SIM tool, documentation, Internet Explorer 10, YouTube, Facebook, Picasa, Twitter

A new, iconic design that keeps you connected while also reflecting you. Unique color options, a seamless look, a screen to personalize—all serving up people and passions that matter most.

8X features an ultra-wide-angle front camera lens that fits in every face in the group and the surrounding scenery. Share it all on the brilliant screen that is rich and vivid—even when viewed in bright sunlight.

HTC Windows Phone 8X is companys flagship Windows Phone 8 coming with a powerful spec sheet wrapped in a svelte 0.39" body in nice candy colors. The 8X by HTC sports a 4.3" LCD 2 HD screen, which, if the One X display is any indication, should be a sight to behold, and has the respectable 342ppi pixel desnity. It ups the WP ante with a modern 28mm dual-core 1.5GHz Snapdragon S4 chipset, 1GB of RAM and 16GB of internal memory, thus equating its specs with the fierce WP8 competition in the face of the Samsung ATIV S, or the innnovative Nokia Lumia 920, which, however, has a lot more going for it with the PureView camera.

 How does the HTC 8X intend to differentiate from those? Why, Beats Audio, of course. The prominent branding is featured proudly on the back of the phone, promising deep bass sound and clearer audio. "The Windows Phone 8X by HTC featuring Beats Audio also offers a unique audio amplifier powering the 3.5mm audio jack and the speaker, boosting the audio signal for even better sound no matter if you’re listening to music, playing a game or watching a video," says HTC.

 As for the sniping capabilities, we have an 8MP shooter on the rear with dedicated shutter key, equipped with HTCs exclusive ImageSense technology, which is essentially a proprietary ISP, allowing for some additional photo trickery, like ultra fast capture times, and continuous shot mode that takes multiple frames per second. It sports ultra wide f/2.0 aperture, just like on the Lumia 920. Whats even more interesting, is that the 2MP front-facing shooter is with the same ultra wide 88 degree angle, "allowing up to four people and more to be captured at once", and can shoot 1080p video as well