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Manufacturer: HTC Part number: 300084
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- The HTC Aria is a solid, midrange Android smartphone, but it's a shame AT&T restricts it by blocking Android's capability to install third-party apps.
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CNET editors' review
HTC Aria (AT&T) price range: $169.99
- Reviewed by: Bonnie Cha
- Reviewed on: 06/17/2010
- Released on: 06/20/2010
The good: The HTC Aria is compact, feature rich smartphone that runs on Android version 2.1 with HTC's Sense user interface. It has a 5-megapixel camera, GPS, Bluetooth, and supports Wi-Fi and 3G networks.
The bad: The Aria's smaller display makes for a cramped onscreen keyboard. Its camera doesn't have a flash and you can't install non-Market apps.
The bottom line: The HTC Aria is a solid, midrange Android smartphone, but it's a shame AT&T restricts it by blocking Android's capability to install third-party apps.
User reviews
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AT&Ts first legitimate smart phone, but no evo 4g
by nyjd1339 on July 14, 2010
Pros: Feature rich Android phone, great size, 5 MP camera, really cool yellow background under battery cover.
Cons: AT&T has locked down the external app installer, not a flagship phone, screen resolution could be higher.
Summary: AT&T finally has an Android phone that isn?t embarrassing like the Motorola Backflip. Definitely worth checking out.
The phone has a nice build that feels firm and ...Summary: AT&T finally has an Android phone that isn?t embarrassing like the Motorola Backflip. Definitely worth checking out.
The phone has a nice build that feels firm and a soft touch to the back. The accents definitely highlight the style that HTC is going after. The 3.2? Capacitive touch screen (480 x 320) could be bigger, but it does give you enough room to work with what?s on the screen. HTC?s Aria also sports 600MHz MSM 7227 processor coupled with 512 MB rom and 384 mb ram. Although not the speediest of the phones, this phone does give good performance in everyday use. We?d like to consider it a keyboardless, cuter version of the Motorola Droid (yes we are aware these are two completely different companies).
read full review at.... http://semiprose.com/2010/07/14/review-htc-aria/
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Great phone, especially as an I-phone alternative!
by fishliketoswim on July 5, 2010
Pros: 1. The phone operations are flawless.
2. I can change the home screen to fit my style (unlike the I-phone)
3. It fits nicely in my hands (I am a woman, but not a tiny one).
4. It has adobe FLASH! (again, unlike the I-phone)Cons: 1. No camera flash
2. At&t restricts you from non android marketplace applicationsSummary: Overall, HTC hit the mark with this phone. It is not too bulky to fit nicely in your pocket, nor too small to be productive. Don't let it's ...
Summary: Overall, HTC hit the mark with this phone. It is not too bulky to fit nicely in your pocket, nor too small to be productive. Don't let it's diminutive size fool you, consider it to be a humble pocket giant. Both my husband and I tend to like windows mobile phones, however, this android has wormed its way into our hearts. There are a few quirks, as noted above, but the phone in its entirety is great. Unlike my husband, I do not spend time looking for obscure applications from the web, so my only true con (no camera flash) can be easily resolved by <gasp> using my REAL camera. ;) He has not purchased the Aria as of yet because he is waiting to see if htc wins his heart with a new(er) android/windows mobile super phone that may be coming out this Fall/Winter. He tends to prefer a phone with a keyboard (not sure if the htc android will ever have one). Also, some have complained about the screen size. Switching over from the htc Tilt, this wasn't much of a problem for me considering the Aria is bigger. In all honesty the screen is a decent size (think back five years to your PDA or flip phone).
One important element I left out, the phone is easy to maneuver for the less tech savvy, yet it also has the ability to be manipulated and personalized by "techies." IMO, it is a win win!
At any rate, do not be fooled into believing the "innovative" Apple I-phone is a better device. Far from it, actually. Unlike the I-phone, with the Aria, you can watch any video online. Be it on the actual youtube site or a video that is embedded in an article. They post it, you watch it! Ah yes and you can also manipulate your home screen to fit your personal style. Call me OCD or not, but I know that seeing the numerous applications that show up ALL the time on the I-phone would make my eyes twitch. I prefer the clean home-screen with a date, time, internet...etc.
Advice: if you are interested in this wonderful phone (and you should be by now) I suggest you read up on it before purchasing it. I say this because I had a comical experience in-store with a representative that not only failed to know any of the answers to my questions, but she also said (on numerous occasions ) " I don't know, but the I-phone..." Does nothing else exist but that "innovative", restricted, cult forming device? Answer, yes! There are some fabulous alternatives that utilize the same technology.
Smart intelligent people unite, buy the Aria.
Updated on Jul 6, 20101 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Small, Bright, and Sexy
by strucprep on July 3, 2010
Pros: I have been an avid iPhone user for 2 years now and the Aria has been above and beyond my expectations. The processor is quick and perky and the screen is vibrant. The phone is very light and small.
Cons: The keyboard can be quite messy and laggy compared to the iPhone. Its small size can be a con too. Sometimes its hard for me to hold onto the phone and type multiple text messages.
Summary: Overall I believe that this phone is just as or better than the iPhone. The widgets help break up the mundane. I would recommend this phone to anyone who isn'...
Summary: Overall I believe that this phone is just as or better than the iPhone. The widgets help break up the mundane. I would recommend this phone to anyone who isn't willing to shell out the extra cash for a iPhone 4 or is not looking for a iPhone but would like to upgrade what they have.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Awesome mini smartphone
by chibbywabbit on July 3, 2010
Pros: Lots of features, nice layout, fast web browser, does not lag, takes good videos and pictures even without a flash
Cons: Poor battery life and small screen.
Summary: I replaced my samsung impression with this phone. I had this phone for 5 days and I am loving it! Although ATT crippled it, I was able to get some ...
Summary: I replaced my samsung impression with this phone. I had this phone for 5 days and I am loving it! Although ATT crippled it, I was able to get some good android apps. Could have gotten better if ATT did not lock phone. This phone is a keeper! If you are looking for a compact but fast phone, get the Aria! If your fingers a big, texting might be difficult. The screen is small in size but the phones performance is very good.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Awesome phone- ridiculously low battery life
by MissKix on June 29, 2010
Pros: The Aria is easy and fun to use. It's fast with everything anyone could ever want in a smartphone.
Cons: The battery life is terrible. I have to charge at least once a day, usually twice, and I am a moderate texter and pretty low internet user. Luckily, the phone has a mini-usb charger and can recharge from a computer or wall socket.
Summary: This phone is great, especially for it's price. Just make sure you have a charger handy.
Summary: This phone is great, especially for it's price. Just make sure you have a charger handy.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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AT&T GETS ANDROID!
by danvc on June 26, 2010
Pros: Quick 600MHz processor
Pocket friendly
Runs Android with HTC SenseCons: Battery life
AT&T blocks third party appsSummary: I got the HTC Aria and it is by far the best alternative phone to the Iphone on AT&T right now. It might not be the best android ...
Summary: I got the HTC Aria and it is by far the best alternative phone to the Iphone on AT&T right now. It might not be the best android phone out there but i'm glad that AT&T finally got a real Android phone on board.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Excellent phone / Weak battery / Excellent phone
by whiskeyromeo on June 23, 2010
Pros: Lots. Fantastic build, layout and screen. Easy to link to my office mail, calendar & reminders. Powerful, yet reasonably sized. Call quality is fab!! Camera has many settings. The shots I've taken both in and out have been very good.
Cons: Just one that I've found. The battery needs daily charging. I've taken indoor shots with the phone that have been fine but the shutter lag might be seen as a con.
Summary: I bought this phone the day it hit the stores but I wasn't waiting on it. I was just there to finally upgrade though I hadn't seen anything ...
Summary: I bought this phone the day it hit the stores but I wasn't waiting on it. I was just there to finally upgrade though I hadn't seen anything in person that met my desired criteria. I was going to go with the HTC Tilt2 but it's the size of a DVR remote and weighs a ton. Sitting right next to it on display was a phone that I'd not seen before. The Aria. I had them bring out a charged phone and in 10 seconds I knew I was taking it home. The HTC Aria is a very solid phone in a well made, compact form.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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One of the best phones on AT&T
by uscgermshepherd on June 20, 2010
Pros: Size
Android software
Battery lifeCons: Small Size
No third paty appsSummary: I bought this phone the first day it come out, and so far I'm impressed big time. This is my first smartphone and touchscreen phone so it'll take ...
Summary: I bought this phone the first day it come out, and so far I'm impressed big time. This is my first smartphone and touchscreen phone so it'll take time to definitely get used to. Its a great size, fits perfectly in the had and so far have been using it nonstop and the battery is still 3/4 full.
If you have big fingers, I dont recommend this phone because of the small screen, I don't have a problem with the keyboard at all. They also have a landscape mode for the keyboard which helps.
Hopefully At&T can keep the android phones coming.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great phone... As far as AT&T goes
by cole_the_person on June 20, 2010
Pros: Android, HTC Sense, Compact form factor, performance
Cons: Screen Size, no flash
Summary: FINALLY! A good phone landed on AT&T's sinking ship! Even though this is already a great phone, it COULD be better if the screen wasn't so ...
Summary: FINALLY! A good phone landed on AT&T's sinking ship! Even though this is already a great phone, it COULD be better if the screen wasn't so damn small. I mean, I like the compact-ness of it so it's actually comfortable to use (unlike the Evo) but my thumbs aren't really that small so I can imagine typing might be an issue for me. Until I can make any conclusions, I'm gonna have to go to the store and check it out. But as far as it goes, it's probably the best AT&T alternative to the iPhone... as of right now
Okay, so I bought it and it's pretty damn great. I love the way it feels in the hand, lightweight, yet not cheap feeling, small and compact so its comfortable. The design is pretty cool and sleek. Even though the screen size is on the smaller side I never had troubles using it, and the voice-to-text feature comes in handy pretty often. The camera is great quality, and it took fine pictures without the flash being present, and you wouldn't know the difference between the video on the Aria and 720p (HD) video. HTC Sense UI runs beautifully on this device though I did have a strange trouble when I taped on the Messages app and it would go to the browser. I don't know how or why but it stopped after like 10 minutes. Battery is not too much of an issue. It charges pretty quick and the battery gets through the day with moderate use. The only REAL problem is, that the back battery cover is a pain to get off. Overall, great phone and I would recommend it for ANYONE who wants a great phone.
Updated on Jun 26, 20102 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
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The touchscreen on this phone is terrible.
by ask1992 on July 3, 2012
Pros: -Takes being thrown at the wall very well (I have done it about 10 times now)
-Size
-Screen resolution
-Android OSCons: -Touchscreen freaks out if your hands are even thinking about being damp (Sweating, etc)
-Camera could be better
-Processor is slow
-Can't find and keep service very well at allSummary: First off I have had this phone for almost 6 months so I know it very well and all the issues listed are apparent on a daily basis. The touchscreen ...
Summary: First off I have had this phone for almost 6 months so I know it very well and all the issues listed are apparent on a daily basis. The touchscreen on this phone is the HUGE problem that I have with it. Most touchscreens you barely have to tap and it works! This one you have to press and if your hand is damp AT ALL it really freaks out and will do something completely different. The phone is an upgrade from a flip phone but the touchscreen is a huge PITA. I will be selling (Or burning) mine and upgrading ASAP to another droid(NOT based on cnets reviews this time)
Specifications
- Manufacturer: HTC
- Part number: 300084
- Description: It's got everything you'd expect from the Internet. And with HTC Sense, the Android 2.1 OS and 50,000 applications to choose from, it goes beyond every expectation of a pocket-sized phone.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type Smartphone
- Form Factor Touch
- Phone Design PDA
- Integrated Components GPS receiver,
Digital camera,
Digital player,
FM radio,
Voice recorder - Antenna Internal
- Width 2.3 in
- Depth 0.47 in
- Height 4.6 in
- Weight 4.6 oz
- Body Color Black
Cellular
- Technology WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM
- Band WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM 850/900/1800/1900
- Mobile Broadband Generation 3G
- Service Provider AT&T
- Operating System Google Android 2.1
- User Interface HTC Sense
- Input Device(s) Touch sensitive screen
Messaging & Internet
- Cellular Messaging Services MMS,
SMS - Instant Messaging Services Yahoo! Messenger,
AOL Instant Messenger Service (AIM),
Google Talk,
Windows Live Messenger (MSN Messenger) - Supported Email Protocols SMTP,
POP3,
IMAP4 - Supported Social Networks and Blogs Twitter,
Facebook - Messaging & Data Features Text messages,
Instant messages,
Multimedia messages (MMS),
E-Mail,
HTML Browser - Downloadable Content Audio files,
Themes,
Wallpapers,
Games - Mobile Services YouTube,
Google Play Communications
- Data Transmission GPRS,
EDGE,
HSDPA - Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11b/g,
Bluetooth 2.1 EDR - Bluetooth Profiles Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
- Communication Features Internet browser,
Mobile Email client Phone Features
- Phone Functions Call timer,
Conference call,
Flight mode,
Speakerphone,
Vibrating alert - Polyphonic Ringer Yes
- Sensors Proximity sensor,
Accelerometer,
Ambient light sensor,
Digital compass - Additional Features TTY compatible
Organizer
- Personal Information Management Synchronization with PC,
Calendar,
Calculator,
Reminder,
Alarm clock Media Player
- Supported Digital Audio Standards OGG,
WAV,
MP3,
WMA,
MIDI,
XMF,
AAC,
AMR - Supported Digital Video Standards 3GP
Processor
- Type QUALCOMM MSM7227
- Clock Speed 600 MHz
Memory
- RAM 256 MB
- ROM 512 MB - Flash
- Supported Flash Memory Cards microSD - up to 32 GB,
microSDHC Digital Camera
- Sensor Resolution 5 megapixels
- Focus Adjustment Automatic
- Features Video recording
Navigation System
- GPS Navigation A-GPS receiver
- Navigation Software & Services Google Maps
Display
- Type LCD display - Color
- Technology TFT
- Diagonal Size 3.2 in
- Display Resolution 320 x 480 pixels
- Color Depth 18-bit (262000 Colors)
- Features Wallpaper
Connections
- Connector Type Micro-USB
Battery
- Technology Lithium ion
- Capacity 1200 mAh
- Run Time Details Talk - up to 360 min,
Standby - up to 372 hour(s) Miscellaneous
- Compliant Standards HAC(Hearing Aid Compatible)
- Included Accessories Power adapter , Power adapter
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:HTC
- Address:
13920 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue, WA 98005 - Phone: (425) 861-9174
- Email: info@htcamerica.net
- Fax: (425) 861-1715
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