HTC and Microsoft have together unveiled Windows Phone 8X and 8S by HTC running on Windows Phone 8 operating system along with Beats Audio and various camera capabilities. It is believed to be the first signature Windows Phones.
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The company also revealed that both the newly-launched Windows Phone will be available in November with several operators globally.
Steve Ballmer, CEO, Microsoft, explained, “Pairing HTC’s beautiful new Windows Phone 8X and 8S with our brand is a big milestone for both companies. Together, we are offering customers a clear choice and a truly unique experience. I am thrilled to take our longstanding partnership to the next level.”
It is stated that for the first time HTC is introducing 2.1mp, f/2.0 aperture, 88° ultra-wide angle front-facing camera that lets up to four people and more to be captured at once along with 1080p video capturesupport.
“We have been inspired by Windows Phone 8 to create new smartphones that give the platform the iconic design and personality it deserves. Windows Phone has clearly emerged as one of the top mobile ecosystems and is competitive against any other smartphone platform in the world,” added Peter Chou, CEO, HTC Corporation.
In addition, both the bright-coloured handsets are equipped with 8mp CMOS sensor with backside-illumination (BSI) along with an f/2.0 aperture, 28mm lens.
