"Orange Business Services today launches the first Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.0-powered smartphone on the UK market. Available exclusively from Orange until the beginning of May, the compact SPV E650 combines powerful functionality with sleek design and the ability to connect with Wi-Fi, EDGE and GPRS networks, making mobile messaging easier than ever before."<br /><br />I'm very excited to get my hands on one of these devices. I like the idea of having a pull out keyboard, yet maintaining the size of the previous candy-bar style phones that HTC has released.
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There are some older photos on Engadget comparing the HTC Vox (E650) and the HTC Excalibur.
http://www.engadget.com/2007/02/12/htc- ... -unveiled/
And the official Orange UK page also has details:
http://shop.orange.co.uk/shop/show/hand ... ay_monthly
"The SPV E650 is now available to UK business customers for £165 (excluding VAT), or from free depending on contract. The device is also available to consumer customers from free to £161, depending on package."
SPV E650 – Technical Specifications
Connectivity
Wi-Fi, EDGE and GPRS
Key Features
Windows Mobile ® 6.0:
Create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel® and PowerPoint® documents.
ActiveSync® client with push-email support
2.0 megapixel inbuilt camera
Portrait and landscape screen modes
320x240 pixel touch screen with 65k colours
Video player, recording and streaming
Sliding keyboard
Loud speaker for hands free option
Accessories (in-box)
AC adapter with mini USB power plug
Mini USB/USB synchronisation cable
Headset
Battery
Specification
Form factor: sliding keyboard
Size: 101.5 x 50 x 17.5 mm
Weight: 120g
Talk time: up to 5 hours
Standby time: up to 7 days