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Cingular 8525 also known as HTC Hermes is what they called all-you-want mobile phone. It is the first Smart Phone that carries UMTS/HDPA in the land of United States. So you can easily connect to the internet just like what you can do using broadband. Enjoy taking pictures with its 2 mega-pixel camera, connect your device to other device using its built-in WiFi (802.11 b/g) and by Bluetooth 2.0 Technology.

Love its 2.8 inch diagonal screen that can visibly display 320 x 240 pixel resolutions. However, the only problem that you might encounter on Cingular 8525 (HTC Hermes) will be on its weight, though more on pocket mobile phone or PC is a little heavier, this one weighs 6.2 ounces so it is best recommended to add wireless headset when you use this one in a long hour calling. But, when dealing for features HTC Hermes will not leave you behind.

Cingular 8525 Specification:Â

• Service Provider: Cingular Wireless
• Screen Size: 2.8 inches
• Screen Details: 320×240, 65k-color TFT LCD display
• Camera: Yes
• Megapixels: 2
• Flash Memory Type: Micro SD
• Bluetooth: Yes
• Web Browser: Yes
• Network: GSM, UMTS, UMTS
• Bands: 850, 900, 1800, 1900, 2100
• High-Speed Data: GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA
• Special Features: Music

PC Magazine Reviews:

Bottom line: The Cingular 8525 will keep you connected to the Internet at the highest speed possible wherever you go (given the limitations of Cingular’s network), and you won’t miss a single call while you’re online.
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Pros: HSDPA and Wi-Fi for high-speed Internet. Zippy processor. Stereo Bluetooth.
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Cons: Not the greatest keyboard. Earpiece could be louder. Some hiss on calls.

CNET Reviews:

The good: The Cingular 8525 is the first UMTS/HSDPA smart phone to be offered in the United States. It has integrated Bluetooth 2.0, Wi-Fi, and supports Cingular’s new location-based services. The Windows Mobile device also has push e-mail capabilities, a 2-megapixel camera, a spacious QWERTY keyboard, and good call quality.

The bad: The Cingular 8525 is on the heavier side and the navigation array is a bit cramped. The smart phone is also pricey.

The bottom line: For the ultimate road warrior, the 3G-enabled Cingular 8525 provides the speed, the power, and the productivity tools to get your work done on the go.

[tags Cingular Wireless, CNET, PC Magazine]