Lightweight; able to run normal Windows applications; multiple connectivity options; handwriting recognition software works great.
SnapVUE has limited features; Qwerty keyboard is too small and difficult to type on.
The HTC Shift is a great mobile device designed for users on the go. Its main benefits include having a light portable design and a decent operating system in Windows Vista Business. The choice of SnapVUE is great for accessing essential information f...
Abstract: Big budget and limited table space?Consider this machine. This 40GB touchscreen beauty runs on Windows and promises to churn for two days straight without losing steam.This gizmo is a multi-tasker - tilt the screen and it morphs into a laptop, flatten ...
Abstract: If you’re a mobility buff, you’ve no doubt heard of the HTC Shift and as far as UMPCs go, the Shift is hard to beat when it comes to price, features, and performance. It probably won’t replace your desktop or big-boy laptop, but it could...
The HTC Shift goes all out with the inclusion of Microsofts Origami Experience 2.0 and brings UMPC designs up a notch with a touch of sophistication. More importantly, the addition of HTCs SnapVUE interface gives business executives who value battery...
Overall, I am impressed by the Shift's capabilities. It works hard, while staying cool and quiet. It is the perfect size for traveling and has unique business features like the always on access to important information with HTC SnapVUE. This screen giv...
Liten og hendig. Bra tastatur, alltid på nett med WiFi, Super-3G eller Edge. Windows Vista Business, innbygget fingeravtrykksensor og WEB-kamera. Hurtigfunksjon for e-post og avtaler (SnapVUE)
Abstract: Le HTC Shift est sans doute un des meilleurs UMPC du marché. Il possède un grand écran, une excellente finition et un clavier parfaitement utilisable. Il nest pas pour tout le monde car son prix de 1200€ le place essentiellement pour les professionnel...
Verdict, With its compact size, built-in mobile connection and Microsoft Office ready-loaded, the HTC Shift looks like a mobile worker’s dream machine on paper. However, Windows Vista makes the Shift’s performance poor, and its battery life ...
Performance underwhelming with Windows Vista; Short battery life; Pricey
Verdict With its compact size, built-in mobile connection and Microsoft Office ready-loaded, the HTC Shift looks like a mobile worker’s dream machine on paper. However, Windows Vista makes the Shift’s performance poor, and its battery life is ...
Builtin CDMA WWAN radio, which lets you access Sprints data network when out of WiFi range. Microsoft Origami software offers a decent touchscreen experience.
Truly horrendous keyboard makes typing anything but short burst messages out of the question. Performance slower than a tortoise full of rigor mortis. No ethernet jack. One USB port. Wrapped in tacky leather. Way overpriced.
Abstract: Part one of my daily report on HTC’s Windows Mobile / Windows Vista HybridI’ve been looking forward to this review for a while, ever since the Shift was announced I’ve been eagerly awaiting it’s arrival at Tracyandmatt towers. Well late last week it ar...