This was the first ever Android phone I had hands on experience with. Back then it was a huge 4.3" display ... Now I use the 'smaller' 5.8" Galaxy S8 😂😋
One of the best reviewers I've seen! Informative, competent. He actually knows what he's doing and how to handle the device. And he all his specs on hand. Well done!
This was my first even smartphone, so many memories from this one. I replaced my smartphone about 5 times now. I remember smartphones being a big investment in those days, but now they've become so cheap and accessible it's like buying a new pair of shoes.
That plastic section where the flash is positioned is also the GPS antenna. I ordered a new one from Amazon and got my uncle's Desire HD GPS working again in 5 mins! 😀 The Desire HD was a modular phone way before the modular system became popular - try doing that with the "Apple inspired" models of today! 🤔
Back to the days when smart phone were not quite popular as these days. I was really impressed by sense UI and almost recon the flip clock on screen as the symbol of smart phone; after I got dhd as my first phone, hold this BIG phone on street, search map and shooting pics, it was way better than ip4 at same times; so sad it was stolen after 3month,still my best experience of a smartphone
One of the best HTC phones I owned. Had a lovely premium feel. Solid metal. Weighty. But quality feel. HTC at its finest. Loved it. Got a Galaxy fold 3 now. And for such an expensive phone I'm not impressed after just over a year. The big for me foldable screen is cracking after just a year and a bit. It's warranty is now gone after a year and I've got it for 3. I would say foldables are the future but I'm utterly disappointed. I've had samsung since the S3. But I think finally samsungs support after a year and a bit has changed my mind. Might go for a pixel next. Samsung don't seem interested in fixing it due to the warranty. And the screen is nearly 2/3 price of the phone to replace. Utter s**t, for nearly £2000
just recently got this phone broke a co-worker due to my s4 battery exploding and my screen falling off but when it was giving to me it didn't have the back battery cover. I was wondering with out that will the phone turn on at all or does it need that piece?
@GRiZLOC Thanks! Finally someone realizes it was a mis pronounced! Yes, I have found the HTC Desire to be a great phone. Nice size, The HTC sense works great on it, The screen is pretty nice too.
This phone brings back many memories (: now Ive been through countless phones since then but I guarantee that phone would still boot up if I asked it nicely lol
It is running on an out dated version of Android, meaning it won't get any updates or new features anytime soon. Besides that, I still use it and it's working fine 2 years after release!
was the 'face' detection suppose to pick up on a circular false 'head' of the gsm logo? i know this is a needless comment but i just made me smirk a bit... anyone notice this too? :) otherwise all in all a fair enough review, keep em coming gsm...
This is a great phone, want to get a contract, can't decide which one to get , Desire HD or Milestone 2, both on contract, £30p/m, so £540 for 18 months, which isn't bad, 600 mins, 500 txt, 1gb Internet. I been waiting since August for the Milestone 2 but now the Desire HD is out, I don't know which one to get, both are Android 2.2 OS, but I like M2 Keyboard. R both of these phones in same in power, 1ghz, but HTC has the snapdragon processor, Which one would do u think is the best?
Had it for 2 years now.Its a great phone and works flawlessly,but after you used it a while the battery life gets really short.Even if it was from 100% it drops rapidly.And the charger begins to "unwork" not charging the phone propely.So if you're going to get this make sure to have extra money for a new battery and a charger.
@MrBigcheese1702 finally i bought SGS2 for my next smartphone. 4.3 inch screen, 1.2 ghz dual-core, and super duper amoled screen. i like it very much! that's even ROCK!
This was my first smartphone. I couldn't help but laugh when he said "nice and massive 4.3 inch lcd" I wonder what we would think if someone went back in time with an iPhone xs max or note 9.
Im thinkin of gettin this phone, as I've currently got a blackberry, i was thinkin, on HTC desire hd, can u get an app which is like blackberry's messenger or whats app, the iphone one?
@wafcarI there is a front facing camera.........they do have 3d games......smaller screen better graphics-bigger screen not as good, depends on the user.......the loudness of both phones are about the same.........
@HolyGuyz But I just got it D: Just one question, since you have one; is touchwiz better than sense? And by how much is SGS2 faster than DS? Because, like a week after I got my phone, I see the ad for the galaxy S2 in vodafone for 5 dollars a month extra. I'm pissed off! This is my plan A) my mom gets galaxy S2 off ebay (because she's on a plan, but with no good phone) I give mom the DHD and swap with SGS2 Everyone's happy B) keep DHD BTW how good is the battery life?
@Robbo19922 I did a search about HTC phones. Best ones are Desire HD and Incredible S. They are actually same phones. Incredible S just have a second camera. Choice is yours.
Wowowoo I was so damn confused between Nokia N8 or The Samsung Galaxy S, Seeing this review. FUCK I was so damn wrong! this phone is DAM MM Awesome! And a Really nice Review, Thats a lot mate! :)
@HolyGuyz +1 yeah I agree, but it all comes down to what you prefer really. Big screen for media and entertainment, or light and has other features and interesting gimmicks (not bad gimmicks, I mean like fun things like front camera and such)
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2018 here and I still think Sense UI is still one of the most beautiful UI for smart phones
This was the first ever Android phone I had hands on experience with. Back then it was a huge 4.3" display ... Now I use the 'smaller' 5.8" Galaxy S8 😂😋
What about now, 6 years later?
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Lol I love looking back at these phones to see how far we've come.
Me too lol
All do the same things , but the consumer eats it up because its 'new'
look now
Me too. Now we have iPhone X hahahaha
Now we have the iPhone 13
Edit:now we have iphone 14
Watching on my note9, I owned this phone back in the day I loved watching movies on it because the display was the same as a crt tv I found.
One of the best reviewers I've seen! Informative, competent. He actually knows what he's doing and how to handle the device. And he all his specs on hand. Well done!
Still looks fantastic in 2023
2019 ,still its with me .....
This was my first even smartphone, so many memories from this one.
I replaced my smartphone about 5 times now. I remember smartphones being a big investment in those days, but now they've become so cheap and accessible it's like buying a new pair of shoes.
2014 now and DHD still in my pocket !
That plastic section where the flash is positioned is also the GPS antenna. I ordered a new one from Amazon and got my uncle's Desire HD GPS working again in 5 mins! 😀
The Desire HD was a modular phone way before the modular system became popular - try doing that with the "Apple inspired" models of today! 🤔
i just got this phone as my first smartphone 2 weeks ago and i am very pleased with it it's awesome
Does it still compare well now to other phones on the market? Thinking of getting one but i'm not sure if it still racks up.
It's good. You should get it
Back to the days when smart phone were not quite popular as these days. I was really impressed by sense UI and almost recon the flip clock on screen as the symbol of smart phone; after I got dhd as my first phone, hold this BIG phone on street, search map and shooting pics, it was way better than ip4 at same times; so sad it was stolen after 3month,still my best experience of a smartphone
This is the best review ever! It's fun, relaxing, and desiring. Gd job
One of the best HTC phones I owned. Had a lovely premium feel. Solid metal. Weighty. But quality feel. HTC at its finest. Loved it. Got a Galaxy fold 3 now. And for such an expensive phone I'm not impressed after just over a year. The big for me foldable screen is cracking after just a year and a bit. It's warranty is now gone after a year and I've got it for 3. I would say foldables are the future but I'm utterly disappointed. I've had samsung since the S3. But I think finally samsungs support after a year and a bit has changed my mind. Might go for a pixel next. Samsung don't seem interested in fixing it due to the warranty. And the screen is nearly 2/3 price of the phone to replace. Utter s**t, for nearly £2000
My first android phone after abandoning nokia, ogad this has the largest screen before
im still using htc desire hd
mihael ivanov Me too xD but iam using launchers on the htc desire
Xd
how is the battery duration? for example: how long can i listen to my music?
would love to have this for a birthday present :D
So many memories!!!
Go for HTC Incredible S!!! Best solution to Desire HD. Better design, longer battery life & reasonable 4" LCD. Thumbs UP!!!
I have one and all I can say is that it's amazing!
I will definitely be getting one. so cool.
just recently got this phone broke a co-worker due to my s4 battery exploding and my screen falling off but when it was giving to me it didn't have the back battery cover. I was wondering with out that will the phone turn on at all or does it need that piece?
@GRiZLOC Thanks! Finally someone realizes it was a mis pronounced! Yes, I have found the HTC Desire to be a great phone. Nice size, The HTC sense works great on it, The screen is pretty nice too.
I can't wait to get my desire HD this sunday!!!!!!! :D
This is gonna be my first android phone YEAH
Did you Liked it?😂
This phone brings back many memories (: now Ive been through countless phones since then but I guarantee that phone would still boot up if I asked it nicely lol
purchased it two days ago !! I'm happy with it .. except I have no clue how to use it
My dad just bought this phone. I love it! its epic (:
htc makes beautiful phones :)
It is running on an out dated version of Android, meaning it won't get any updates or new features anytime soon. Besides that, I still use it and it's working fine 2 years after release!
The screen was massive for that time indeed!
Just bought desire hd its awesome
@harpersneil I am pretty sure you already know, but for those who dont, the guy meant 32 GB (gigabytes)
bowser is definetly my favorite htc/android app.
was the 'face' detection suppose to pick up on a circular false 'head' of the gsm logo?
i know this is a needless comment but i just made me smirk a bit... anyone notice this too? :)
otherwise all in all a fair enough review, keep em coming gsm...
my first smartphone :D
This is a great phone, want to get a contract, can't decide which one to get , Desire HD or Milestone 2, both on contract, £30p/m, so £540 for 18 months, which isn't bad, 600 mins, 500 txt, 1gb Internet. I been waiting since August for the Milestone 2 but now the Desire HD is out, I don't know which one to get, both are Android 2.2 OS, but I like M2 Keyboard.
R both of these phones in same in power, 1ghz, but HTC has the snapdragon processor, Which one would do u think is the best?
hows the battery life?
Still have till now, it's a super phone :)
how much does it cost without toll? im going to buy it on a chinese airport in few days =)
Had it for 2 years now.Its a great phone and works flawlessly,but after you used it a while the battery life gets really short.Even if it was from 100% it drops rapidly.And the charger begins to "unwork" not charging the phone propely.So if you're going to get this make sure to have extra money for a new battery and a charger.
im getting this phone soon.. cant wait :D
@dragoncraft5 We know. We meant 32GB. a lot of people dont seem to get it = )
Is it still worth it to buy this phone? HTC has come up with new phones already. Should I buy this phone?
htc is always a good aption. They are not overpriced and are really good phones
sound is fine, you just need to set the setting right, recording sound is naff however but then again so are most phones
@MrBigcheese1702 finally i bought SGS2 for my next smartphone. 4.3 inch screen, 1.2 ghz dual-core, and super duper amoled screen. i like it very much! that's even ROCK!
got mine 2 days ago and i like it^^
One of my best smart phone and still using but can you tell how to update Android on htc desire hd a9191 ??
if anyone experienced lag or whatsoever try turning on the usb debugging mode it works for some
This was my first smartphone. I couldn't help but laugh when he said "nice and massive 4.3 inch lcd" I wonder what we would think if someone went back in time with an iPhone xs max or note 9.
I remember the jokes from those times, that the Galaxy 22 would be so long that it would look like a light saber.
does it make any camera sound?
@RAAAAIIIIN hey since u have the htc desire hd. is it better than they iphone?
Can i order one from you but im from philippines? and how much is it?
Im thinkin of gettin this phone, as I've currently got a blackberry, i was thinkin, on HTC desire hd, can u get an app which is like blackberry's messenger or whats app, the iphone one?
should i get this or mozart?
I see one on eBay for $33 in GOOD condition. Is it 3G?
My old phone! God i loved it! :)
htc desire hd or lg optimus 3d ??
Love this phone!!!
getting mine in 10 days
i have the phone for almost a month now and im not dissapointed
awesome phone, i can't wait to buy it
great combination with the ipad 2 and a monster beats headphones
I had it. It was great.
OH MY! They have a Bowser instead of a browser in that phone. I'll go get one now.
My first android phone
Could u pls tell me what should i choose?
This or Incredible S or Desire S
This one's better
Is it available in 2022
My first phone
is this phone good for gaming?
Wanna buy this phone soon!
im bying it soon!
@PLazz257 yes it dosen't got an HD display , it's only record HD videos @ 720p...
Does it have a Document Viewer feature?
@wafcarI there is a front facing camera.........they do have 3d games......smaller screen better graphics-bigger screen not as good, depends on the user.......the loudness of both phones are about the same.........
yes it has
I have it and its still pretty good ;)
Can you use Skype video calls with the DHD? Thinking of buying this phone :)
I WANT A HTC DESIRE HD
@HolyGuyz But I just got it D:
Just one question, since you have one; is touchwiz better than sense? And by how much is SGS2 faster than DS?
Because, like a week after I got my phone, I see the ad for the galaxy S2 in vodafone for 5 dollars a month extra. I'm pissed off!
This is my plan A) my mom gets galaxy S2 off ebay (because she's on a plan, but with no good phone)
I give mom the DHD and swap with SGS2
Everyone's happy
B) keep DHD
BTW how good is the battery life?
are u sure that's our favorite website?
its zoom digital ?
@TheCharban Like i know he said MB but didn't he mean to say GB?? or does that just sound wrong?
@xillius200 Actually the gentleman was talking about his Desire (not HD) , So I was talking about his phone.
@Robbo19922 I did a search about HTC phones. Best ones are Desire HD and Incredible S. They are actually same phones. Incredible S just have a second camera. Choice is yours.
does it have a front facing camera
@15tefera thats true. too many people have the blackberrys which make it just a waste. htcs stand out!
My power power button and sound button broke
but if it still were running, i would proberly still be using it... it was a nice phone
Wowowoo I was so damn confused between Nokia N8 or The Samsung Galaxy S, Seeing this review. FUCK I was so damn wrong! this phone is DAM MM Awesome! And a Really nice Review, Thats a lot mate! :)
got it love it....nuff said
htc desire HD or sony erricson experia arc??
@HolyGuyz +1 yeah I agree, but it all comes down to what you prefer really. Big screen for media and entertainment, or light and has other features and interesting gimmicks (not bad gimmicks, I mean like fun things like front camera and such)
how much can i pick one up for in the uk
which font did u use in video?
This phone is the best phone i've ever had, get it!!!!!!!!!
i watch this because i remember my old phone htc. so i just watch this video in 2018
I know this sounds kinda stupid but do you get wifi
I remember when this phone was the bollucks back then.