UPDATE:
The HTC Flyer is nearing it’s launch in the US finally. The WiFi-only version of the HTC Flyer will be available for pre-order exclusively from Best Buy starting TODAY! So far the only place we know to carry it will be Best Buy. Once again they get a new device exclusively and will be selling the Wi-Fi only version of the HTC Flyer tablet at $499.
“We are excited to be the only national store where you can pre-order and purchase the Wi-Fi version of the HTC Flyer,” said Scott Anderson, head of merchandising for Best Buy Mobile. “There is a tremendous amount of excitement and curiosity about tablets in our stores and adding the HTC Flyer to the mix will drive even more interest.”
Are you planning on getting one? Let us know what you think.
Source: BestBuy
END OF UPDATE
HTC’s 7-inch Flyer tablet recently went up for pre-order at UK retailer Carphone Warehouse as well as their Best Buy Mobile arm. Currently only available off-contract, the HTC Flyer is being offered for £599.99 with no data plan, SIM-lock or agreement. What this means is that buyers will be able to slot in a SIM of their own and not lock themselves into a two-year data plan if they don’t want to. Exciting right?
We’ve been waiting for more details since March when the Flyer was first announced. The specifications still seem to be the same. It will be powered by a single-core 1.5GHz processor and will feature 1GB RAM, coupled with 32GB of built-in storage (microSD slot is available). For photo and video the tablet offers a 5MP main shooter, as well as a secondary 1.3MP front-facing cam for video chats. Powered by a 4000mAh battery, the Flyer is said to provide up to 4 hours of constant video playback for you to enjoy.
Although the UK lists this device as now in stock the rumor is that they will not be shipping until May of 2011. The best part about the Flyer is that PhoneArena suggests it’s been officially confirmed to be found at Best Buy exclusive in the US soon after launch. This is exciting for those HTC users who love their products. HTC to me is like Apple is to others and I’m sure I’m not the only one.
Will you get your hands on one of these? Do you think that price is too high for the UK users? Seeing they can use it unlocked, that may just be the right cost? Let us know what you think.
Source: AndroidCommunity & PhoneArena