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While on the Me screen, you can tap:

Your status message to the right of your photo to post a new status message.

Your photo to change it.

A photo to view it.

An entry to add comments or reply to a comment.

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HD7 specifications

The HTC HD7, launched in November 2010, was one of the first smartphones to run on Microsoft's Windows Phone 7 operating system. This device marked HTC's commitment to Windows-based devices and showcased cutting-edge technology of its time.

One of the standout features of the HTC HD7 was its impressive 4.3-inch Super LCD display. The screen boasted a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, providing vibrant colors and sharp images, making it an excellent choice for media consumption. The large display also enhanced the user experience, particularly when navigating the unique tile-based interface of Windows Phone 7.

Under the hood, the HTC HD7 was powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S2 processor clocked at 1 GHz, coupled with 576 MB of RAM. While this may seem modest by today’s standards, it offered smooth performance for various applications and multitasking capabilities for its time. The device came with 16 GB of internal storage, which provided ample space for apps, music, and videos, although it lacked expandable storage options through microSD.

In terms of camera technology, the HTC HD7 featured a 5-megapixel rear camera equipped with autofocus and LED flash capabilities. This allowed for decent photography, and users could also capture video in 720p HD. The front-facing camera, however, was notably absent, which was a common limitation in many smartphones of that era.

The device was powered by a 1230 mAh battery, offering decent battery life that varied based on usage patterns. HTC also included its Sense UI on top of the Windows Phone platform, providing customizable live tiles and a level of personalization that enhanced the user experience.

Connectivity options included 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1, and GPS. With these features, users could stay connected and navigate effortlessly.

The HTC HD7 also introduced a variety of multimedia capabilities. It supported a range of audio and video formats, making it suitable for entertainment on the go. With the integration of Xbox Live games and the Zune music service, users could access a wide array of media content.

Overall, the HTC HD7 was a pioneering device that captured the essence of early smartphone technology, combining design, functionality, and multimedia features within a single versatile package. It paved the way for future Windows Phone devices and contributed to HTC's legacy in the smartphone market.

Contents

Your HTC HD7 Icons used in this guide Contents Keyboard MessagingCalendar Getting connected Settings Update and resetZune Maps and location Basics Inside the boxYour phone Front panel Right panel Top panelBack panel Removing the back cover Bottom coverReplacing the back cover Inserting the SIM card SIM cardRemoving the SIM card Inserting the battery BatteryRemoving the battery Switching your phone on or off Charging the batterySwitching your phone on Switching your phone off Entering your PIN Using the kickstandFinger gestures Setting up your phone for the first time Getting startedStart screen Rearranging the tiles on the Start screen Sleep mode Accessing apps and settingsHubs Unlocking the screen Changing your lock screen wallpaper Adjusting the volume Status icons Setting up an account SearchingInteracting with your phone by speaking Searching the Web Changing the ringtone Changing the theme Making calls Phone callsMaking an emergency call Using in-call options Receiving callsAnswering or rejecting an incoming call Muting the ringing sound without rejecting the call Switching between calls Setting up a conference callPutting a call on hold Turning the speakerphone on or off during a call Using call history Muting the microphone during a callEnding a call Checking calls in the call history Turning Flight mode Airplane mode on or off Call servicesClearing the call history list About the People hub PeopleViewing your contacts list and feeds Adding a new contact Contact information Importing contacts from your SIM card Merging contact informationEditing, searching, and deleting Editing a contact’s information Searching for a contact Your Me tileDeleting a contact People Using the onscreen keyboard KeyboardEntering text Moving the cursor Changing keyboard settings Entering words with predictive textChanging to the landscape keyboard Enabling other keyboard languages About Messaging MessagingSending a text message Sending a picture message Viewing and replying to a message Managing message conversations Deleting a conversationDeleting a message Forwarding a message Adding a POP3/IMAP email account Adding a Microsoft Exchange Server account Checking your inbox Managing email messagesRefreshing an email account Deleting an email message from the inbox Sending an email message Resuming a draft email message Setting the priority for an email message Changing email account settingsReading and replying to an email message Flagging an email About Calendar CalendarCreating a calendar appointment Changing calendar views Sending an invitationDay and Agenda views Month view Viewing, editing or deleting an appointment Viewing, dismissing, or snoozing appointment remindersViewing the details of an appointment Editing an appointment Displaying and synchronizing calendars Showing or hiding calendarsChoosing which calendars are synchronized on your phone Stop synchronizing a calendar Adding an access point Setting up your data connection using Connection SetupGetting connected Data connection Turning Wi-Fi on and connecting to a wireless network Wi-FiEnabling data roaming Using your phone’s web browser Switching between browser windows Zooming in or out on a webSelecting a link in a web Opening a new browser tab Setting browser options Bookmarking a web Turning Bluetooth on BluetoothConnecting a Bluetooth headset or car kit Disconnecting or unpairing from a Bluetooth device Reconnecting a headset or car kitDisconnecting a Bluetooth device Unpairing from a Bluetooth device Camera Camera basicsViewfinder screen Zooming Taking a photo Capturing a video Camera settings After capturing About the Pictures hub PicturesChanging the Pictures hub wallpaper Touching up your photos Viewing photos and videosSending your photos Sharing your photos on the Web Sending a picture messageSharing photos on Facebook Uploading a photo to your SkyDrive Setting up Zune to sync your computer and phone ZuneSynchronizing your computer and phone Selecting items to sync with your phone Music + Videos hub Listening to musicWatching videos Turning on repeat or shuffle Listening to or watching your podcasts Listening to the radio Turning on location services Maps and locationBing Maps Viewing locations in Bing Maps Searching for locations and places Switching to aerial viewClearing the map Getting directions Viewing search results Checking traffic conditions HTC Hub About the HTC HubOpening HTC Hub Downloading apps Weather Connection SetupCalculator Converter FlashlightList Love Photo Enhancer Sound Enhancer Checking your stocks Adding a stock quote or stock market indexDeleting a stock quote or index Changing the stock list order More apps Microsoft Office Mobile Windows Marketplace Using Microsoft Office MobileGames Protecting your SIM card with a PIN SecurityRestoring a SIM card that has been locked out Protecting your phone with a password Protecting your phone through the Web Settings on your phone SettingsSystem settings Changing display settings Changing sound settings Checking information about your phone Changing the phone language Update and reset Restarting or factory resetting your phoneSetting the phone to notify you when an update is available Restarting your phone soft reset Performing a factory reset via settings Performing a factory reset hard resetPerforming a factory reset using phone buttons Trademarks and copyright Index Index

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HD7 specifications