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The Desire S is a recent addition to the range of Android phones from HTC and, as a result, has benefitted from the company’s experience. It is of a nice size and feels right in the hand and, having a fast enough processor and 1G of memory will meet th...
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The follow up to last year’s HTC Desire brings some welcome changes, including a more solid design, less bulk and an updated operating system. The fourth phone from HTC to go by the “Desire” moniker, the Desire S is an update to the HTC Desire, the c...
Excellent aluminium build quality; Fast and stable modifications; High-definition voice calling support over Telstra NextG; Support for Skype video calling;...
More internal memory needed; Merely a refresh, but not a huge departure from last year's model;...
With a slightly better internal spec and a few millimetres and grams shaved, the Desire S isn’t a major advance on the model it replaces. That said, the original Desire is an impressive handset, and this refresh – minimal as it is – improves on it. Cl...
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It's hard to believe it's been more than a year since the original HTC Desire was launched, a smartphone that put Google's Android operating system on the map in Australia. The successor to the Desire is the HTC Desire S, and it's best described as an...
Latest Android OS and slick Sense integration, Unibody aluminium design, Competitive price...
Evolution rather than evolution, No real advanced features, We miss the physical buttons...
The HTC Desire S is an evolutionary rather than revolutionary upgrade over the original Desire. It remains an excellent smartphone, but it hits the market at a time when competition is fiercer than ever. We think it's a good all-rounder at a competitive p...
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Zdnet.com.au Updated:
2013-11-09 08:46:16
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Design It's no secret that the original HTC Desire was one of our favourite phones in 2010; despite many other models launching last year, it remained a solid option for any smartphone buyer, seeing off a raft of competition. The updated versio...
Gingerbread OS, Solid unibody construction, Faster download capability, Camera significantly improved from the original Desire...
Evolutionary, not revolutionary, Somebody stole the physical buttons...
HTC's Desire S isn't the king of the hill in the way that the original Desire was. As an evolution of the Desire concept, it's still a very nice phone, but it's not a world beater.
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The new HTC Desire S is a minor update to the original HTC Desire, with a slightly faster graphics processor, more memory, faster 3G and Wi-Fi support, plus Android 2.3. The newer operating system provided a huge speed boost, doubling its score in the...
A decent update to the original Desire, the S has a better camera, more space for apps and upgraded communications, but it's not enough to warrant a direct upgrade...
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HTC has a certain knack of taking on an OS and doing more with it than any other rival. The Desire S represents the most accomplished interpretation of Google's Android 2.3 Gingerbread OS. You see, I have nothing but contempt for manufacturers who simply...
HTC has a certain knack of taking on an OS and doing more with it than any other rival. The Desire S represents the most accomplished interpretation of Google’s Android 2.3 Gingerbread OS. You see, I have nothing but contempt for manufacturers who simp...
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itreviews.com Updated:
2013-11-09 08:46:17
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The HTC Desire S has a very hard act to follow. Its predecessor, the Desire, won many awards and even today remains the smartphone of choice for many people. So has HTC done enough to bring the Desire up to date?Arguably, HTC has played it safe with t...
Familiar HTC Sense user interface...
Doesn't do enough to steal any 'best in show' awards.
The original HTC Desire is the phone we still use every day, and nothing has yet come along to dislodge it. We aren't sure the Desire S will do it either - even though it is a very, very good smartphone. We'll wait for a dual-core smartphone to steal i...
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digitalversus.com Updated:
2013-11-09 08:46:17
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When it comes to making phone calls, the Desire S has inherited the traits of the original Desire, with clear, audible speech for both parties and reasonable cancellation of background noise. Network reception is excellent, and the Desire S does a good...
Design, build quality and solid feel, Very good screen with accurate colours, good contrast and accurate, Overall responsiveness, Sense interface is powerful and intuitive, Web browsing...
Poor quality photos, No optical trackball like on the Desire, Battery life: it's reasaonable but we still want more...
The user experience on the small but perfectly-formed Desire S is excellent. If you're looking for the same thing but with a larger screen, then you can try the HTC Incredible S, which is just a touch faster too...
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HTC hit the big time with its original Desire handset. The device sold by the truckload, popularised Android within professional circles and proved to be one of the most reliable phones around.The Desire S, the Desire's Android 2.3-equipped successor, th...
Overall, we were impressed with the HTC Desire S. It picks up where the original Desire left off, introducing more processing and graphics power, more RAM and even shaving some of the bulk off to save you 5g in weight. It's a good smartphone.For some...
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zdnet.co.uk Updated:
2013-11-09 08:46:18
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HTC has successfully pushed the smartphone envelope in recent years, and the company has set itself high standards. The Desire S is definitely an advance on the original Desire, but not a huge one and there might not be enough here to tempt you to upgr...
Brimming with applications, Runs Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), Frontand rearfacing cameras...
Battery must be removed to swap microSD cards, No unique features, Limited internal storage...
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So far this year HTC have announced 6 new products and here we are looking at the first, the HTC Desire S.Many have said that HTC's latest Android handsets are simply a refresh of last years models and while the HTC Desire S may not be a revolution the...
I was a big fan of the HTC Desire when it launched last year and there is no denying its popularity, so much so that there was a time last year where HTC really couldn't keep up with the demand. Yes the HTC Desire S does build upon that success but the...
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electricpig.co.uk Updated:
2013-11-09 08:46:18
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The HTC Desire S, like the Incredible S before it, feels like a bit of a rush job – it’s using HTC’s cookie cutter Android smartphone specs in a slightly different shell, and the company’s clearly got something massive up its sleeve for next week...
Solid and beautiful...
It almost feels too small now, Android 2.3 actually adds little...
There’s a lot to love about the HTC Desire S: it’s beautiful inside and out, with a solid software experience. We must admit however that we’re not sure who it’s for: original Desire owners will prefer the raw power, potential and screen size of HTC’s...
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fonehome.co.uk Updated:
2013-11-09 08:46:18
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The HTC Desire S has a lot to live up to. As the sequel to last year’s smash hit HTC Desire, HTC is hoping this aluminium upgrade will cross over to the mainstream in just the same way. Will you want it quite as much, with more Android options on the t...
The HTC Desire S is certainly the best Android phone of its size you can buy today. The thing is, its sub-four inch display almost doesn’t do justice to the powerful hardware accompanying it...
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The revised version of HTC’s more than capable Desire offers an updated look and runs Gingerbread, the latest Android 2.3 OS. What the Desire S brings to the mix is a faster, more responsive handset with improved keyboards and video calling options, al...
The Desire S is a worthwhile improvement to the original, with the latest Android offering video calling, faster working and better keyboards. That may not be quite enough to justify an upgrade if you’re already using Desire père, but if you’re thinki...
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3g.co.uk Updated:
2013-11-09 08:46:18
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HTC has been busy bringing a host of Android handsets to market that all have similar features and pricetags. While there will be higher-tech phones available soon, with dual-cores and ultra-HD screens, the Desire S has plenty to offer the average sma...
Speedier keyboard and touchscreen, longer battery life, slicker app processing...
Occasional lags in receipt of email and texts, features may seem dated by the end of the year...
Scoring summary for HTC Desire S Pros: Speedier keyboard and touch-screen, longer battery life, slicker app processingCons: Occasional lags in receipt of email and texts, features may seem dated by the end of the year Verdict: A decent Android device...
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v3.co.uk Updated:
2013-11-09 08:46:18
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The Desire S is the latest edition to the growing Android family and is the successor to the highly popular Desire handset. The smartphone boasts a number of upgrades, the most prominent of which is the aluminium unibody design and a front-facing camer...
Great interface, solid build quality, HTC Sense portal integration, reasonable battery life...
Rear camera not the best, tad pricey for the specifications on offer...
The Desire S builds on the strengths of its predecessor. The inclusion of Android 2.3 and the latest HTC Sense interface are the best features. However, a SIM-free price of £399 does seem a bit much, and it might be better to invest a little extra for...
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Quick review Full review Images (28) News Related The HTC Desire was the phone of 2010. It got in early, was considerably better than the competition and by the end of the year was still very much holding it’s own against the likes of the Samsung Gala...
Great looking design, HTC Sense covers just about all bases, Android 2.3 is bang up to date, ultra connected experience out of the box...
It feels a little samey and doesn't really advance the HTC story, and is outclassed by its older and bigger brother the Desire HD, finish started rubbing off on contact points, not the most striking screen around these days...
The S in the Desire S should stand for “solid”, but in the fast-paced world of smartphones, it’s no longer the market leader it once wasKey specs3.5mm jack, 3G, 5 megapixels, Android, Bluetooth, FM radio, GPRS, GPS, GSM, HSDPA, Li-ion battery, microSD...
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All things must come to an end (or at least be supplanted by something new). The HTC Desire S has arrived to take over from its predecessor in the Android race.In many ways, it's quite similar. We'll still be looking at a 3.7-inch 480 x 800 screen, Androi...
Fast operation, Slick UI, Excellent cloud integration, Stunning design, Strong stills camera...
Wi-Fi antenna issue, Frequently slow notifications bar, Stuttery HD video recording, Not cheap for its specs, Still some Android UI issues...
A great phone, undoubtedly, but doesn't stand as far out of the crowd as its predecessor...
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HTC has produced a whole raft of great smartphones over the years with its more recent Android models picking up our recommended awards like they were free memory sticks at a tech trade show. Its latest offering is the HTC Desire S that doesn't pack in a...
Elegant design, Brilliant screen, Well built, Easy to use...
No camera shutter button, Not dual core, Camera fairly poor...
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T3.com Updated:
2013-11-09 08:46:19
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In typical HTC style, the HTC Desire S is hewn from a single block of aluminium for a sleek and solid finish. The design will be familiar to anyone who's played with or owned its previous incarnation, the original , with smooth, cuving edges and...
Solid all rounder, Big screen, NFC and 4G...
Average camera, Bulky, Not that cheap...
The HTC Desire 610 is a solid all-round effort. It's well put together, has a big screen, and is fast enough for basic tasks. There are much cheaper alternatives, though, like the Motorola Moto E and Nokia Lumia 630, so you really have to weigh up how muc...
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The HTC Desire S is an update to the firm's popular HTC Desire Google Android smartphone. We got our hands on the HTC Desire S at Mobile World Congress for a first look. HTC's entrant into the tablet wars, the 7in Flyer, was definitely the belle of T...
The HTC Desire S feels good in the hand, has a sharp-looking display and ran fluidly in early tests. We also like the camera upgrade. Watch this space for a full review of the HTC Desire S in due course. Ginny Mies, PC World US...
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There is a certain level of quality we have come to expect from HTC, and picking up the Desire S conveys this at first touch. The phone is somehow compact and sizable enough at the same time, with a reassuring weight and slight heft that renders it nei...
The Desire S is another eligible smartphone in HTC’s line-up that looks and performs like a phone that has been on the receiving end of plenty of thought and the proud bearer of an interface that is truly a pleasure to use. All this in a compact yet ‘b...
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We’ll be up-front about this from the start. The HTC Desire S has a lot of the same characteristics and specs as the original HTC Desire. We almost felt a little let-down when it first appeared in Barcelona, especially up-against dual-core 1GHz phones...
A part of me wanted a little bit more. The original HTC Desire still stands up very well compared to this Desire S. This phone is better than the original Desire because of the additional camera, newer Android OS and better HTC Sense interface. I liked th...
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The original HTC Desire is credited with kickstarting the explosive growth of the Android ecosystem in Australia after it launched through Telstra in April 2010. Now HTC and Telstra are trying the same trick again with the launch of the son of Desire. But...
An underwhelming follow-up to the original Desire because of a lack of stand-out features, the Desire S is nonetheless a quality, serviceable and worthy smartphone which will get the job done without standing out in the crowd. However, we think there are...
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recombu.com Updated:
2014-03-30 05:48:25
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Following in the footsteps of the wildly successful HTC Desire and the equally impressive HTC Desire HD is the Desire S. The latest addition to HTC's Desire family comes with two cameras (one for normal pics, one for video calls) and runs on the latest...
The Desire S is another feather in the cap for HTC. A really nice looking device that's easy to use and works like a charm. The Desire S will please most looking for a high-end smartphone, but those after a bit more internal storage might want to look...
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whatmobile.net Updated:
2014-04-04 04:33:11
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The HTC Desire was the What Mobile Awards 2010 Mobile Phone of the Year, so there€s definitely no pressure on HTC to impress us with the Desire S, oh no!Since the original Desire was released, there have been almost too many new high-end Android phones to...
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gadgetdaily.xyz Updated:
2014-05-07 03:02:54
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The HTC Desire was our Smartphone Of The Year in 2010. It was a hard won accolade, as last year was jam packed with top grade smartphones and competition was tough. HTC has now followed up the Desire with the Desire S. Is it a worthy successor?Well, we do...
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thestar.com.my Updated:
2016-11-26 23:53:22
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A little tweak here and there has made the Desire S from HTC a more attractive phone. FANS of the first HTC Desire smartphone will surely notice the many differences between the original and its successor, the Desire S. The distinctions are not just...
Unibody design; 1.1GB built-in storage; runs smoothly on Android 2.3; enhanced Sense interface.
Nothing major.
It's no surprise that the HTC Desire S is a better phone than the original because it has been improved in almost all areas. For instance, the extra storage space is a welcome addition because you can now keep more apps and files on the smartphone. Th...
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The HTC Desire S is the successor to HTC's first highly successful Android phone, the HTC Desire, which also won our Phone of the Year for 2010. I've been using this phone for a few weeks now and I've learned how much improvement you can do over the HTC D...
Even when most people think that the HTC Desire S is just an upgraded HTC Desire, well it's true. But experience-wise, it feels like a totally different phone. If it's an upgrade from the Desire, it's a much-needed upgrade.I really can't say anything bad...
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Launched just last month, the HTC Desire S is an attempt to refresh the original HTC Desire and hopefully bank on its popularity and accolades. Check our full review of the Desire S after the jump and see if it lives up to expectations.Before moving forwa...
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The Desire S, overshadowed by an onslaught of other new HTC products announced at MWC 2011, has finally touched down on our shores. The new device joins a growing camp of Android 2.3-enabled smartphones, slathered over with the popular 2.1 HTC Sense UI. H...
Sturdy aluminum build, Acceptable battery life, Smooth user experience...
Lackluster camera capabilities, No groundbreaking improvements...
Judging the 'S'The Desire S retains what we liked about the Desire - portability and performance. Just like its predecessor, it is small, fitted with an acceptable 3.7-inch screen, a standard 5-megapixel camera and a powerful processor. However, we have t...
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The Desire S, overshadowed by an onslaught of other new HTC products announced at MWC 2011, has finally touched down on our shores. The new device joins a growing camp of Android 2.3-enabled smartphones, slathered over with the popular 2.1 HTC Sense UI. H...
Sturdy aluminum build, Acceptable battery life, Smooth user experience...
Lackluster camera capabilities, No groundbreaking improvements...
Judging the 'S'The Desire S retains what we liked about the Desire - portability and performance. Just like its predecessor, it is small, fitted with an acceptable 3.7-inch screen, a standard 5-megapixel camera and a powerful processor. However, we have t...
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Mobile88.com Updated:
2016-11-26 23:53:22
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The HTC Desire S continues the tradition of HTC phones, having at least above average hardware and software. Android Gingerbread has so far impressed us on this device with its quick draw...
Great mid-end phone, but no longer the exciting flagship its predecessor was HTC Desire S Specifications HTC Desire S Latest Prices HTC Desire S Photo HTC Desire S Video HTC Desire S User Comments For comparisons: click here...
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technoodling.net Updated:
2016-11-26 23:53:22
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Back in February 2010, HTC graced the world with what was to become the standard as to how a high-end Android smartphone should be. The HTC Desire garnered numerous “gadget of the year” awards and set the benchmark for other manufacturers to follow. Fast...
Sleek hardware design, Improved performance and battery life, Good price point...
Camera functions, while improved, still leaves a lot to be desired, Feels like the Desire S is just a stopgap product for the next generation of dualcore handsets...
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tbreak.ae Updated:
2016-11-26 23:53:22
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Arguably, the HTC Desire and Google Nexus One were the two best Android handsets of last year. HTC made both of them- one for themselves and one for Google. These handsets became so popular that HTC decided to turn the Desire into a family by launching...
Excellent build quality, nice camera and zippy performance...
Not the best screen, battery life is a bit on the lower side...
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digitalone.com.sg Updated:
2016-11-26 23:53:22
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IF SLEEK looks are what you find desirable in an Android smartphone, HTC has just the product for you.Hot on the heels of last year's HTC Desire comes the Desire S, which hits stores tomorrow.And even though the Desire was rated highly by critics, the Des...
Classy design, phone is fast and responsive...
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