The AT&T Tilt (also known as the AT&T 8925, HTC TyTN II, and HTC Kaiser) was released in October of 2007 and was AT&T’s first Windows Mobile 6 Professional device. The most noticeable feature of the smartphone is its tiltable screen, similar to that of a laptop. This feature as well as its unmatched array of connectivity features has given the Tilt a considerable amount of media and consumer attention. It has garnered excellent reviews from media outlets such as this magazine, PC Magazine, CNET, LAPTOP Magazine, and others.
Strengths
- Tiltable screen: Allows for better viewing on a flat surface, as well as the ability to adjust the screen so that it can be read in bright sunlight
- Sports full array of wireless options: Wi-Fi (b,g), Bluetooth 2.0, GSM/EDGE, UMTS/HSDPA network (provides excellent call quality), and 3G data speeds for fast viewing of Web videos
- Built-in GPS receiver
- Lots of memory: 128 MB of RAM and 256 MB of ROM
- Nice feel: The back of the device features a soft touch finish for improved gripping
- MicroSD slot allows storage card expansion of up to 4 GB
- Supports full array of e-mail formats, including Direct Push, BlackBerry Connect, AT&T Xpress Mail, POP3, and IMAP, as well as HTML format viewing of e-mails
- 3 megapixel camera with 8x zoom
Weaknesses
- Lack of included accessories: No headset or holster
- Bulky: 4.4 x 2.3 inches and 6.1 ounces
- No flash on camera, and it must be held extremely steady for a clear shot
- Speakers: Music sounds tinny through speakers and speaker phone sounds hollow
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