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HTC Wildfire Reviews

CNet

11/2010

6.0/10

HTC Wildfire

In this review, we'll focus more on the different features and performance of the Alltel HTC Wildfire. Portions of the Features section were from our full review of the unlocked HTC Wildfire, where you can also read about the phone's design. In early August, we reviewed the unlocked version of the HTC Wildfire, an entry-level Android smartphone. At the time, we couldn't really recommend as it didn't have U.S. carrier backing, and thus cost $350 unlocked. It was a pretty stiff price to pay for a lower-end device; plus, there were more affordable options out there that offered more features and better performance. Now, the HTC Wildfire has spread to North American regional carriers, including Alltel Wireless, and at just $29.99 with a two-year contract and after a $50 mail-in rebate, it's certainly an attractive smartphone option for the budget-conscious. Of course, it comes with some trade-offs. For example, the Wildfire has a smaller, low-resolution screen that makes Web browsing and typing a bit difficult. The Android 2.1 smartphone also has a slower processor, which causes it to be sluggish at times.

MobileMentalism

10/2010

HTC Wildfire review

In this HTC Wildfire review, I'm not only going to review the Wildfire itself, I'll also show how it differs from the HTC Desire, the flagship Android phone that's been flying off the shelves all year. The reason is that HTC have released quite a few Android phones this year (with more due to be launched in the next few weeks), but given that they all have the HTC Sense user interface, you'd be forgiven for wondering which one to choose. Clearly they're all for sale at a different price, so some have more features than others. But which one is right for you? Which one represents the best value, and what features are you missing out on for the lower price? So with that in mind, let's start the HTC Wildfire review and see exactly how it compares with its bigger brother. At first glance, the HTC Wildfire looks very similar to the Desire (and, indeed, to most of the other HTC Android smartphones). However, it's a good deal cheaper, with the current lowest monthly deal just £9 a month - and that's with the phone thrown in for free! So something must be missing, but what?!

Thinkdigit

09/2010

7.0/10

HTC Wildfire

HTC has been a roll with a number of launches happening in quick succession. If the entry of their much-coveted, high-end Desire in official channels wasn't news enough, they slipped in a couple of mid-range handsets for good measure. One such handset was the HD Mini, based on WM 6.5. Admittedly, MS isn't the hottest proposition around for OS', at least until Windows Phone 7 arrives. Therefore, we present: the Wildfire - an indicative name since Android has been spreading like Wildfire, piggybacking on the hype surrounding anything labelled \"Open Source” in this day and age. The HD Mini was obviously a cheaper HD2. What isn't as evident is, the Wildfire is a smaller, cheaper Desire. Still cannot get the connection? For one, it joins a relatively select bunch of HTC devices that feature their \"Sense” user interface. On the surface, the Wildfire somewhat resembles the Desire, and shares a pretty decent overall build. And they're both Android-based. Obviously, the hardware is radically different, but then the Desire is close to twice the price of the Wildfire. The accessories are also top quality, with a very thick data cable – kudos to HTC for not compromising here.

DigitalVersus

08/2010

6.0/10

Phone Reviews: Mobiles & Smartphones

The HTC WildFire is an Android 2.1 smartphone from the same range as HTC's Legend and the top-of-the-range Desire. This entry-level model is aimed at younger mobile users looking for mobile access to social networks and messaging services at a price they can afford. The WildFire has a smaller touchscreen and watered-down tech specs compared with the Desire, but then it's also a fair bit less expensive too. Let's see if WildFire is bargain worth bagging! HTC's handsets look very similar. The resemblance between the WildFire, the Desire and the Google Nexus One is quite striking. The WildFire has the same sturdy feel, excellent finish (the Teflon rear cover makes for excellent handling), sleek design and an optical trackpad that's just as accurate as the Desire's. Our model was also finished in the same smoky brown colour that you'll either love or hate. Design differences include the return of a row of touch-sensitive keys just under the screen. We prefer the physical keys found on the Desire though, as with the WildFire, we sometimes had to hit the keys twice to register our command or—quite the opposite—we sometimes found ourselves selecting the wrong option by accidentally brushing a key very, very slightly!

CNet

08/2010

7.0/10

HTC Wildfire

In April, HTC took to its Facebook page to ask its fans for help in picking a name for its next phone--a phone that the company described as "playful and full of youth." The end result was the HTC Wildfire, which launched in Europe and Asia in mid-May. Though not specifically for the North American market, we thought we'd check it out and eXpansys USA hooked us up with a unit. As the successor to the HTC Tattoo, the Wildfire packs in a lot of the goodness of the HTC Desire, just in a smaller, more affordable package. However, there are trade-offs for having a lower price point, including a lower-resolution screen and less powerful processor, which didn't go unnoticed. Still, it's a pretty solid option if you're on a budget or purchasing your first smartphone. You can purchase the Wildfire unlocked for around $350, but there are better options for the North American market, such as the HTC Aria, which has a better screen and 3G support. The HTC Wildfire looks a bit like a mini version of the HTC Desire. It has the same brown coloring (though you can get it in black, red, or white, as well) and shape, but is smaller and lighter at 4.2 inches tall by 2.4 inches wide by 0.5 inch thick and 4.2 ounces.

phoneArena

07/2010

7.5/10

HTC Wildfire Review

HTC is on sabbatical from its high-end line with the Wildfire. There is nothing really wild or fiery in the specs of this mid-end Android handset. Compared to most of the company's Android offerings, it naturally has smaller screen with paltry resolution, and a low-end CPU. They don't promise much of a performance, but the phone is certainly a looker. When we add the familiar sturdy construction HTC is in the hall of fame for, the company's foray into the budget Android line with the Wildfire might just do it justice.What's in the box:The handset strays away from the usual tall and narrow look of pure touchscreen phones lately, boasting a more squarish, intriguingly disproportionate shape, which makes it pleasant to look at, and comfortable to hold. Plus the weight is just right, so that the phone doesn't feel like a toy in the hand.Size Visualization ToolThe HTC Wildfire's has a 240x320 pixels QVGA resolution, which we are more accustomed to see in cheapo 2.8” types. At 3.2”, the pixel density lets you almost count the individual dots when close to the display, and we are not exaggerating. On top of that legibility and viewing angles really suffer outside under direct sun rays, unless brightness is at the fullest.

GSMArena

07/2010

HTC Wildfire review: Desire Mini

Occasionally HTC takes a little break from high-end smartphones and dips its toes in the waters of the lower midrange. The HTC Wildfire is a down-sized, down-clocked and down-priced version of the HTC Desire. If Sony Ericsson can do it with the X10 mini, then HTC have all the right in the world to make a Desire mini too. But while the Desire was something that easily snatched everybody?s attention, the Wildfire is a bit more toned down despite its fire-some name. The Wildfire is certainly the right phone for those who like to always stay in touch. The high-end connectivity is all there, along with solid social network integration and browsing. It seems the display and CPU are the only downgrades from the Desire. But that?s still a lot. Android phones with QVGA screens have failed to impress and the size of the Wildfire?s display gives no reason to be optimistic here. On the other hand, the Wildfire boasts the premium finish of the Nexus One and the HTC Desire. Not only is a touch of style always welcome in the lower tiers of the market but users will probably appreciate the compact size too. So, repackaging a flagship device to sell to a wider range of customers is easier said than done, so let?s see what the Wildfire has to offer.

3G.co.uk

07/2010

8.0/10

HTC Wildfire Review

Android fans are usually a bit geeky, thanks to the opportunities that it offers for tweaking. However, HTC is doing its best to push Android to the masses, with an offering of easy-to-use handsets, customised with the HTC Sense interface. The Wildfire sits somewhere in the middle of the group – cheaper than the Desire and Legend, but a touch slicker than the Tattoo. In terms of hardware, it's more akin to the older HTC Hero, but its range of software ensures it sits firmly among the ranks of the latest smartphones. The HTC Wildfire has inherited something from all its cousins – it's the same size and shape as the Tattoo, yet has the Desire's classy matt feel. However, while the Desire was clad in Teflon, the Wildfire is constructed from metallised plastic with a soft sheen. It's wider and shorter than the Legend, offering a more comfortable experience when typing on the touch-screen keyboard. Using the optical trackpad allows the user to navigate without touching the display. Above it sit four touch-sensitive areas for home, back, search and menu.

TechRadar

06/2010

8.0/10

HTC Wildfire review

A smartphone for those on a tight budget, the HTC Wildfire doesn't skimp on the specs; the touchscreen handset runs Android 2.1 with the user-friendly HTC Sense UI and is rocking the same processing power as 2009's phone of choice, the HTC Hero. We'll be running this review a little differently – HTC gave us three phones to test rather than one, so in addition to the main review we've got Paul Jones (PJ) and Dennis Shorter (DS) to give their two penn'orth.PJ: I'm an HTC Tattoo user, so it's hard not to compare the Wildfire to it the whole time I've been using it. The good news is it seems to be much better. DS: I've not been a fan of HTC since I was forced to use the HTC Touch Diamond for work – the stylus and convoluted user interface was a real turn off. Having not touched an HTC product since then, I'm glad to say that the new range appears to be a lot more user-friendly.The 3.2-inch QVGA capacitive touchscreen and optical trackpad work in tandem for easy navigation, while the 5-megapixel camera will keep photographers happy even in the dark, thanks to the inclusion of an LED flash. Gone are the toy-like looks of its predecessor, the HTC Tattoo – the Wildfire has a more mature style in the vein of its older sibling, the HTC Desire.

SlashGear

06/2010

HTC Wildfire Review

The HTC Wildfire is the company's second attempt at a budget Android device, its predecessor being the underspecified and relatively unloved Tattoo. Packing the same Sense UI as more expensive siblings like the Legend and Desire, together with a 5-megapixel camera and a multitouch-capable display, does the Wildfire manage to be both affordable and feature-rich? Check out the full SlashGear review after the cut. It's hard to argue with the specifications, certainly. At the launch of the Wildfire, HTC told us they'd pushed their engineers - and suppliers - hard to pack as much as possible into the smartphone without driving up the price. To that end, you get a 3.2-inch display, like the Legend, only using a QVGA resolution LCD panel rather than the aluminum phone's HVGA AMOLED; you also get a capacitive touchscreen, rather than the resistive touchscreen of the Tattoo. There's also 384MB of RAM paired with a 528MHz Qualcomm processor; well below the 1GHz chips we're seeing on many new Android devices, but - HTC reckon - comfortably enough for the sort of non-3D activities the Wildfire will be doing.

Prices

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HTC Wildfire A3333 Unlocked GSM SmartPhone with Android OS, 5 MP Camera, Wi-Fi, and Touch Screen--International Version with No US Warranty (Black)	$209.95	See it
HTC A3333 Wildfire - Unlocked Phone - US Warranty - Black	$209.95	See it
HTC Wildfire A3333 Smartphone Red Unlocked Import	$214.95	See it
HTC Wildfire GSM Cellphone - Unlocked	$219.88	See it
HTC Wildfire GSM Cellphone - Unlocked	$219.88	See it
Usa Htc Wildfire A3333 Red Factory Unlocked Android Camera Touchscreen	$219.95	See it
HTC Wildfire A3333 GSM Smartphone Unlocked with Android OS, 5 MP Camera and Wi-Fi - Unlocked Phone - International Version - Mocha	$219.99	See it
HTC Wildfire A3333 Unlocked Smartphone. International Version with 1 year warranty	$219.99	See it
HTC Wildfire A3333 GSM Smartphone Unlocked with Android OS, 5 MP Camera and Wi-Fi - Unlocked Phone - International Version - Mocha	$219.99	See it
HTC Wildfire A3333 Unlocked GSM SmartPhone with Android OS, 5 MP Camera, Wi-Fi, and Touch Screen--International Version with No US Warranty (Black)	$289.85	See it
HTC Wildfire A3333 GSM Unlocked Smartphone with Android OS, 5MP Camera, Wi-Fi, and Touch Screen--International Version with US Warranty (Silver)	$360	See it