If you are looking for a Google Android powered phone in India go in for the HTC Desire Z. It is powered by a powerful dual core processor and Android 2.2. Desire Z comes with a larger touchscreen and also features QWERTY keyboard for convenience.

Most people avoid a touch screen as they are not comfortable using that feature while typing. Moreover at times the touch screen malfunctions with the wrong key showing up even when you pressed the right one. Thankfully the HTC Desire Z QWERTY makes sure that you get the real keyword that will help you type faster and accurately.

HTC Desire Z Pros

  • Large screen with Dual Core processor makes the system work faster. It makes use of 800Mhz Qualcomm 7230 processor that is not only faster but also increases battery life.
  • 5 MP digital camera with flash support and HD video recording at 720p.
  • Unique Pop Hinge to unveil the hidden QWERTY keyboard.
  • Google Android 2.2 OS with enhanced HTC Sense user interface.
  • Fast boot : Power off the phone and then switch it on. It will take approximately 10 seconds to complete the whole boot up process.
  • Sense.com functionality supported : With this you can remotely lock phone when stolen or lost. Trigger loud sound to find missing phone even when set to silent mode.  Wipe important data by simply sending an SMS message.
HTC Desire Z in India
HTC Desire Z in India
HTC Desire Z GPS
HTC Desire Z GPS
HTC Desire Z safety
HTC Desire Z safety

HTC Desire Z Cons

  • No numeric dedicated keys on keypad.
  • Volume button is too big and may get pressed accidently.
  • Optical trackpad is nice option but it may hardly be used making it almost useless.
  • Though Desire Z supports 3G there is no front camera so forget about making video calls.

HTC Desire Z is available in India for Rs. 24,999.

By Rajeev Rana

Founder and Chief Editor - gogi.in