HTC Desire 400 phone: specifications, photos and reviews.

Today we will get acquainted with the HTC Desire 400 smartphone. Let's start with the question of what to do when you need to upgrade, and there is no money to buy a top-end smartphone for 2 SIM-cards? In fact, there are many options. In addition, if you choose intelligently, it becomes clear that most of the capabilities of modern top-end smartphones are simply not being used. It is for such situations that HTC has released several available models.

First impression

The company's new devices are so well made that you can not immediately determine whether the top gadget is in your hands or a representative of the budget class. In most cases it turns out that the smartphone looks much more expensive than it really is. This also applies to the development of the HTC Desire 400 Dual. The device is created in the style of the latest models of the company: a rectangular shape and almost unnoticeable slots for the speakers. By the way, this changed the design of the smartphone for the better. Remember the Desire V or SV models. However, the Taiwanese company surprised not only the appearance of the device. And now we are not talking about technical characteristics (we'll talk about them later), but about the color under the cover - acid-green. Look at it once - and you have a good mood for the whole day, even if it's Monday. Although this is just a trifle, but still nice.

More about design

A little bit higher we have already touched upon the appearance of the smartphone HTC Desire 400 Dual Sim. The dimensions of the device will be convenient for most users - 131,8x66,9x9,9 mm with a weight of 123 grams. Thanks to this you can hold and operate it with one hand. For example, to answer a call, scroll the tape in social networks, etc. Otherwise, you have to use both hands: reply to the message, work on the Internet, view the notes. The reason for this is the sharp corners - if they were slightly rounded, typing would be much more convenient. Although this can be used in a couple of days.

Design

If you evaluate the build quality of HTC Desire 400 on a 5-point scale, then it has a solid 4. For example, when you click on the side or back cover, there is a creak. Although the very fastening of the latter is just excellent: even when you need to insert a sim card, you need to apply sufficient effort. Also pleasing is the wealth of materials: in front the glass is protected with a metal frame, soft-touch plastic (which, by the way, is considered the most pleasant among all existing). In addition, he has a very good appearance for a very long time.

Minor inaccuracies

Perhaps, finding fault with the HTC Desire 400 Dual Sim is only possible with buttons for turning on and adjusting the volume. Because they are almost completely drowned in the body, and to find them by touch is very difficult. So be ready to suffer from this for two weeks. In the rest the arrangement of components is usual: from below - microUSB and a microphone, from above - a connector for connection of a headset, a power button and a notch for removing the back cover, to the right - volume keys, and to the left there is nothing at all. On the back of the smartphone HTC Desire 400 Black there is a camera with a flash in the corrugated frame, the company logo, another trademark (this time BeatsAudio) and a slot of the speaker. Most of the front panel is glass, under which is a 4.3-inch screen. Under the display are touch buttons, and above it - another company logo, as well as proximity and illumination sensors. To ergonomics very quickly you can get used, although the mechanical squeaks of the device are annoying. Nevertheless, the HTC Desire 400 Dual Sim looks much more expensive than it is asked for in the stores, which pleases the customers.

Display

The smartphone is equipped with a 4.3-inch display with a resolution of 800 * 480 pixels. The screen was manufactured using Super LCD 2 technology and has maximum viewing angles. Also, he received a sufficient margin of brightness, which is enough even for work in direct sunlight. Although the minimum value you want a little less - in the evening and at night a little cuts his eyes.

Camera, photos and videos

At once we pay attention that the HTC Desire 400 has only one camera. Yes, it is inconvenient for video communication, although it's someone like. For example, often users have a front camera on a smartphone, but they practically do not use it. So it's individual for everyone. The main camera has a resolution of 5 megapixels. Yes, this is not a record, but it's enough for a good picture or for HD video (provided that there is sufficient lighting in the room or on the street). Therefore, during the purchase you need to consider this. Also, you should understand that the photos will be a little noisy, and to make a clear frame from the first time will not always work either. Thus, if the quality of pictures is one of the decisive factors in choosing a smartphone, this model is not for you. If video calls are important to you, too, pass by.

Technical characteristics and autonomy

Although users of smartphones for two SIM cards are beyond the "iron" is not necessary, to watch the attempts to launch some application, too, do not want to. Unfortunately, HTC does not know about this yet. Perhaps that's why they installed a 2-core NovaThor U8500 processor with a clock speed of 1 GHz, 1 GB of RAM and 4 GB of internal memory. And if the last 2 parameters please, then the former is somehow old. It is worth noting that 4 GB can be supplemented with a memory card. In general, the smartphone HTC Desire 400 works more or less, but during the switch between applications a little freezes. The same goes for games - only the undemanding ones (all the same, the Mali 400 Mp graphics) will start up normally. However, in Cut the Rope play an hour or two you can.

As the built-in OS stands Android 4.1.1 with branded HTC Sense. Please note: the version of the shell is 4+. In addition, the company is unlikely to release an update. Of course, this does not please those who are accustomed to using or experimenting with the latest versions, but the smartphone was created for a different category of users. The battery capacity (1800 mAh) is quite enough for the whole day, and in some cases - for two.

Summing up

Pleased with the presence of two radio modules in the smartphone, so you are really constantly on the line. But the presence of mechanical squeaks and backlashes returned us from heaven to earth. And the software in it is outdated. But on the other hand, the smartphone has a beautiful design, an excellent display, good sound and excellent materials. Thus, this model for those who value reliability is the ideal solution. In addition, if you take into account its price (only $ 260), then for sure get this particular device.

Owners opinion

Now let's see what the owners of HTC Desire 400 write about in their reviews. For a start about the good. In general, the phone is considered quite successful in its price category. It is called unusually thin. Praise for comfort when in the hand. In some reviews it is a question of that the device has rather harmonious metal fringing of the case. Melomaniacs emphasize its good sound. Responsiveness of the screen users are considered worthy, as well as battery life. Praise and excellent viewing angles. Some people are pleased even with the absence of unnecessary pre-installed software. A number of comments say that the availability of two radio modules is a fundamentally correct decision of the manufacturer. To the good sides also include the quality of communication and the work of GPS. Pay attention to the reviews of those who purchase a smartphone to actively create images, they say that the camera is excellent and it fully realizes the full potential of the sensor's capabilities for 5 megapixels. Also high quality of plastic and spoken dynamics is noted.

Among the shortcomings often mentioned insufficiently high-quality assembly, operating system, frequent reboots when activating the wireless network. Also in the cons write down a weak battery, overheating. Individual users are unhappy with the lack of a front camera and a branded cover in the kit. It is often called short-lived, but it depends on the intensity of use. Some users think that the display is unreasonably small. In general, we can conclude that this is not a very appropriate entertainment solution, but ideal for work.

Speaking briefly about the HTC Desire 400, it features the following: platform - Android 4.1, classic case, touch control buttons, micro SIM-card (two, working simultaneously). Dimensions 66.9x131.8x9.9 mm, with a weight of 123 grams. Screen - touch multitouch. The diagonal is 4.3 inches, the resolution is 800x480 pixels. Implemented the function of automatic screen rotation. The camera is 5 megapixels, complete with a flash and autofocus. Video recording is performed with a maximum resolution of 1280x720 pixels in MP4 format. Audio capabilities are represented by an MP3 player, FM radio. Also here there is a standard 3.5mm headphone jack. Among the interfaces - USB, Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi, as well as the technology of satellite navigation GPS. There is also a dual-core processor at 1000 MHz, 1 Gigabyte of RAM and 4 built-in.