The HTC One V features 3.7-inch 480×800 display, 1 GHz single-core processor, 512 MB of RAM, Android 4.0 (with Sense 3.6), 4 GB of internal storage plus 25GB of free Dropbox cloud storage for two years, Beats Audio, and a 5 MP camera that shoots 720p video (as opposed to 8MP and 1080p in the other two devices). However the One V does sport the same camera technology that’s in the other One series devices, with fast image processing and superior low-light applications.

Rounding out the specs is Bluetooth 4.0, WiFi b/g/n, 1500 mAh battery and a microSD card slot.

The looks and aesthetics of the One V remind us strongly of the HTC Hero and the HTC Legend. The jutting “Android chin” on the bottom is prominent, but not as awkward as it was on the Hero.

The One V is said to be launching in Europe during the second quarter of this year for a very wallet-friendly price. And unlike the One X and One S, the One V has not been announced by any US carriers as of yet, but we wouldn’t be surprised to see it show up in one form or another.

[HTC]

The HTC Hero S is the device long rumored as the HTC Kingdom that was earlier spotted on some US Cellular marketing material. It features a 4 inch Super LCD display with qHD resolution, a (single-core) 1.2Ghz Snapdragon processor, 768MB of RAM, Android 2.3 with HTC Sense, 5MP camera and VGA front shooter. The Hero S will run you $199 after a $100 rebate and two year contract and will be available next month.

The HTC Wildfire S has already launched on T-Mobile and in Europe, but now it’s coming to US Cellular. It’s a pint sized device with low end specs, but for many it will be more than enough.  It has a 3.2 inch TFT display with 320×480 resolution, 600Mhz processor, 5MP camera and Android 2.3 with HTC Sense. The Wildfire S will be available in black or purple for only $80 after $100 rebate and two year contract.

And finally, there’s the HTC Flyer, the 7 inch tablet. While it’s currently running Android 2.3 with a tablet version of Sense, a Honeycomb build is in the works. It has a 7-inch 1024×600 TFT display, 1.5GHz Snapdragon processor with 1GB RAM, 5MP rear camera, 1.3MP front camera. The Flyer will also be available next month for $399 after $100 mail-in-rebate and two year contract.

Full Press Release:

CHICAGO, Sep 28, 2011 (GlobeNewswire via COMTEX) — U.S. Cellular announced today that the HTC Wildfire S(TM) and HTC Hero S(TM) smartphones, and the HTC Flyer(TM) tablet, will arrive in stores next month. All three devices are powered by the Android(TM) operating system, which gives customers endless options to customize the devices to fit their lifestyles.

 

“We’re excited to give our customers even more choices by offering these cutting-edge devices,” said Edward Perez, vice president of sales and marketing operations for U.S. Cellular. “Our associates’ commitment to helping each customer find the right device to organize and simplify their life is one of the reasons we have the happiest customers in wireless.”

 

HTC smartphones and tablets powered by Google’s Android operating system lets wireless users personalize the devices. With more than 550,000 Android devices activated each day and more than 250,000 helpful apps available to stay organized, entertained and in touch with family and friends from anywhere, consumers are realizing the unique benefits that Android-powered devices offer.

 

The sleek and stylish HTC Hero S runs on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) with HTC Sense(TM), which helps keep customers at the center of their social world by bringing together all the different ways they communicate – from calls to IMs to status updates. It also features HTC Watch(TM), which allows customers to view their favorite television shows and movies on the smartphone’s vibrant 4-inch Super LCD touchscreen with qHD resolution. The Hero S also features a 5-megapixel camera with autofocus and a 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera that lets users quickly capture pictures and video. The Hero S will be available for $199.99 after $100 mail-in rebate along with purchase of a data plan.

 

Also powered by Android 2.3, the Wildfire S will appeal to customers moving up to their first smartphone. Available in grey and purple, it features a vibrant 3.2-inch touchscreen with HTC Sense and a 5-megapixel camera. Customers new to smartphones can easily download and enjoy useful apps. The Wildfire S will be available for $79.99 after $100.00 mail-in rebate along with purchase of a data plan.

The HTC Flyer is small enough to hold in one hand and powerful enough for e-mail, web browsing, entertainment and apps. The 7-inch tablet is driven by a 1.5 Ghz Snapdragon processor that lets customers cruise through applications, play games and watch TV and movies. The HTC Flyer also comes with 32GB of memory on-board to store music and videos. An optional HTC Scribe(TM) pen can highlight text, make notes, draw and even sign documents right on the screen. The HTC Flyer will be available for $199.99 after $100 mail-in rebate with a two-year contract and a $54.99 data plan.

 

U.S. Cellular’s value-packed national plans are tailored to meet customers’ data needs. The $79.99 Primary Plus Plan is the best value in wireless and offers 5GB of data with unlimited text, picture and video messaging. The plan also comes with 450 voice minutes, free incoming calls, free nights and weekends, and free mobile-to-mobile calls. A family of four who switches to U.S. Cellular can save more than $1,000 a year with the company’s National Premium Plus family plan.

 

U.S. Cellular customers also get unique benefits, like new phones faster without continuously signing contracts, free incoming calls, text and pix, free Battery Swap and a rewards program where they get points for paying monthly wireless bills on time, adding a line or referring new customers. All U.S. Cellular devices are backed by the carrier’s high-speed nationwide network, which has the highest call quality and network satisfaction of any national carrier.

 

To help smartphone and tablet users get the most out of their devices, U.S. Cellular hosts free in-store Device Workshops. Associates guide attendees through all of the features and functions of the company’s Android-powered, Windows Phone and BlackBerry devices, and help them personalize their phones to enhance their lives. The workshops are open to everyone.

 

For more information about all of U.S. Cellular’s Device Workshops, deals, plans and phones, visit any U.S. Cellular store, go to uscellular.com or check out U.S. Cellular on Facebook.

The HTC Hero S will be available for $199.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate. The HTC Wildfire S will be available for $79.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate. Purchase of a data plan is required, and a new two-year agreement and activation fee may apply for new customers. The HTC Flyer will be available for $199.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate with a two-year contract and a $54.99 data plan. Additional terms, conditions and/or charges may apply.

 

Looks like US Cellular has another HTC handset headed their way. The HTC Kingdom, which will be called the HTC Hero S when it lands on the carrier. Shown here next to the Motorola Electrify (aka Photon 4G), which was announced by US Cellular earlier this month. The Hero S will feature a single-core 1.2GHz Snapdragon processor, a 4 inch qHD display, and a 5 megapixel camera (with VGA front shooter). Seeing as how there’s already marketing material out there, we’d expect it to launch in the next month or so.

[via Pocket Now]

“We apologise for the delay in Orange Hero customers receiving their Éclair update. Testing the update across European markets took longer than anticipated. However, we hope to receive final approval by the end of the week and Orange handsets should start updating from next week.”

Does that mean we should still keep our fingers crossed? Let’s hope not.

[Orange via Phandroid]

The HTC Hero that was released in Europe and other parts of the world, the GSM verson is one of the oldest Android phones around. It was the hottest thing when it came out and seems to be neglected in terms of software updates, leaving a lot of owners upset. With no word from HTC or carriers on a 2.1 upgrade, the hackers have come to the rescue. The upgrade was actually released by Chungwa Telecom in Taiwan, but I think the majority of Hero users don’t live there, so it’s been released as a rooted ROM for you. Head over to xda-developers for all the downloads. And as always with these sort of things, be aware you could brick your phone. And if you’re not experienced at reflashing your phone, please do some research.

Yes finally. After many rumors of release dates and being teased, Sprint customers with the HTC Hero can finally enjoy Android 2.1 in all its glory. Including features such as voice typing, new widgets and other bug fixes. The update should be pushed to your handset in the upcoming few days, or available soon at the Sprint support site for manual download and install.

Anyone receive the update yet? How ya liking it so far?

[via BGR]

From the information provided by this internal communication at Best Buy, it appears that HTC Hero owners will finally be getting the long-promised upgrade to Android 2.1 starting this Friday, May 7th. This isn’t a simple OTA update, push a button on your phone and done, but it appears the upgrade must be done in a Best Buy store, possibly also a Sprint store, or via a download from the HTC website. We’ll have details and links for you on Friday if this turns out to be true.

[via Engadget]

Still just a rumor at this point, since no specific date has been announced, but it looks like Sprint is aiming at early May to upgrade HTC Hero and Samsung Moment handsets to Android 2.1 according to these screenshots. Even though both have already been rooted and 2.1 hacked onto them, this will be the official deal here. And it looks like they’re holding to their promise of 2010 Q2. Keep your fingers crossed and we’ll let you know when the time comes around and guide you through the upgrade.

For Samsung Behold 2 owners, head over to All Droid for your rooting instructions.

I don’t have either of these handsets, so I can test myself, but if anyone successfully roots (or doesn’t), let us know in the comments how it went. And as always with hacking and modifying your phone, do so at your own risk.

[Thanks Ted for the tip on the Behold 2]

The massive homescreen allows for 5-6 customizable icons, profiles/manage connections buttons, a Today page with hidden today items for phone log, messages and calendar icons, a Media page with quick access buttons to music, media and pictures, and finally, a dedicated menu for quick access to your options, contacts, and more.

[Product Page] [via CrackBerry]