The HTC Flyer is a beautiful device that has some elegant software, so is this 7-inch tablet worth getting over an iPad, Xoom or larger device? It's an interesting question because it opens up the question about whether there really is a market for a 7-in...
Abstract: HTC has come a long way in the last couple of years thanks to its excellent portfolio of Android smartphones. Even before Android, it was a prominent manufacturer of Windows Mobile powered smartphones. Who can forget the legendary HD2, the 4.3 inch monste...
Solid industrial design, Mesmerizing and high quality display, Latest version of Sense UI, Unique offering with HTC Scribe technology
Not so great with taking photos & videos, Somewhat pricey, Stylus sold separately from Best Buy
In reality, we’re not all that concerned that HTC decided to move forward with having Gingerbread on board with the Flyer as opposed to Honeycomb – mainly because they did a fantastic job with Sense running on top of it. Undeniably, we love how they ...
Excellent digital notebook feature, fun stylus features such as drawing on photos, Sense interface is a breeze to navigate, good web and social apps...
Email is not tablet-optimised, HTC’s interface could mean a while before update to Honeycomb is possible, average design that harks back to its smartphonesLook and Feel...
Solidly executed with a couple of unique extras, the HTC Flyer isn’t trying to punch above its weight – and as a result, it’s safe rather than sensational ...
Abstract: HTC’s a company that normally is first in the industry. Not so with the HTC Flyer. It’s HTC’s first Android tablet, but plenty of others, including Asus, LG, Motorola, Samsung, beat it to the market. The HTC Flyer just landed exclusively in Best Buy st...
Abstract: Check out our HTC Flyer review inside. Is HTC Sense kicking ass on tablets? Read on to find out.HTC Flyer Report Tablets are assaulting the market this year, and we happened to get our hands on yet another one. The HTC Flyer joins the ranks of the Mo...
Fast performance. Clear, bright screen. Excellent pen input. Sense UI improves on Gingerbread OS. HTC's extra apps are solid,
Outdated, nontabletspecific version of Android. Google Talk video chat isn't supported in Gingerbread. Slow browser performance. Cluttered default layout. Cameras are only mediocre.
The question as to whether or not you should buy the HTC Flyer comes down to a simple question: How important is pen input to you? If you draw or doodle a lot, or like taking hand-written notes in your books, you'll likely be happy with this tablet. It...
Was this review helpful?
(70%)
Published: 2011-05-25, Author: Donald , review by: cnet.com
Fans of 7-inch tablets will appreciate the HTC Flyer's screen quality, durable construction, HD video recording, and unique features, such as digital pen compatibility and HTC's Sense UI customization
The Flyer is small, thick, and pricey, and isn't running Google's Android 3.0 tablet OS. Its most unique feature, the Magic Pen, may not come included and is expensive to replace
The HTC Flyer puts a new spin on the 7-inch Android tablet, but its high price and smartphone-style OS are a tough sell next to its bigger, cheaper Honeycomb kin.
Fast performance. Clear, bright screen. Excellent pen input. Sense UI improves on Gingerbread OS. HTC's extra apps are solid.
Outdated, non-tablet-specific version of Android. Google Talk video chat isn't supported in Gingerbread. Slow browser performance. Cluttered default layout. Cameras are only mediocre.
For artists and hand-writers, the HTC Flyer is a solid tablet thanks to its well-implemented pen-specific features. But if you're not interested in pen input, Android tablets with Google's latest tablet-specific Honeycomb OS are a better bet. Buy it n...
