HTC officially announced HTC Merge, the first Froyo based-CDMA mobile, which will be taken by some operators in the US.

After some time ago images of the HTC revealed, it is the time now for HTC to officially announce HTC Merge, this handset is the first CDMA-based Android phones in the world. Through a press release today, the Taiwanese handset manufacturer announced this Sliding qwerty handset.

Previously had reported that HTC will launch the Merge was doubtful, but Taiwanese manufacturer is apparently not to launch the attack despite substantially delayed. The phone became available in the middle of next year through CDMA's operators in North America.

This phone has a 800x480 pixel touchscree ndisplay 3.8inci, equipped with a sliding qwerty keyboard, a 5 megapixel autofocus camera with 720p resolution video camera, supports 3G global oaming, GPS, Wifi, and Bluetooth.

Unfortunately, still not known how much the price charged to get this phone and also still has not revealed a more detailed specification. However, there is the possibility of Verizon and Spint on a waiting list for its release.


Here is the full Press release:

The HTC Merge™ Smartphone Brings Android™ and HTC Sense™ to HTC’s First CDMA Android World Phone

BELLEVUE, Wash., Feb. 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — HTC Corp., a global designer of smartphones, today announced that the new HTC Merge smartphone will be made available through multiple North American carriers beginning in spring 2011. The HTC Merge smartphone combines a full QWERTY slide-out keyboard with the power of Android 2.2, the HTC Sense experience, a large 3.8-inch touch-screen display and a 5 megapixel camera to create a complete mobile experience for those looking for a truly complete smartphone. The HTC Merge is also HTC’s first Android-based CDMA world phone.

(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110225/SF54676)

"HTC prides itself on creating unique solutions that meet the needs of different customers, and with features like a full keyboard and global 3G roaming, the HTC Merge smartphone is the perfect example of this commitment," said Jason Mackenzie, president, HTC Americas. "Combining the functionality of Android with the HTC Sense experience, the HTC Merge is the perfect device for those customers who are looking for a reliable mobile experience with the features and functionality of a smartphone, whether it’s at home or travelling around the world."
Customers will appreciate seamless integration with Exchange ActiveSync, enjoy quick and easy access to Flickr® for sharing and viewing pictures, and find new ways to customize their experience with the Android Market™ with more than 100,000 applications. With a full slide-out QWERTY keyboard, customers will be able to keep in touch with friends and family no matter where they are, as well as stay in the loop with Flickr, Facebook® and Twitter™ updates through HTC FriendStream™.

In addition, the HTC Merge smartphone has a 5 megapixel camera with auto-focus and flash that captures outstanding images, while 3G connectivity makes sharing those special moments with friends and family quick and easy. The HTC Merge smartphone also comes with integrated GPS, Wi-Fi connectivity and even the ability to capture high-definition 720p video.
Availability

HTC Merge is slated to be available from multiple North American operators beginning in spring 2011.

Source: HTC