Surprisingly handsome, wellbalanced design despite wee size. Deftly handles a number of tasks (email, multimedia, web browsing) in speedy stride. 5MP Camera supports both VGA video recording and autofocus.
All in all, the Aria's a solid little phone, and it's probably the best Android device on AT&T, at least until the Samsung Captivate is released. But that's a high-end phone. For the money -- we're seeing the Aria sold for as little as, well, free on cont...
Can't install non-market apps, battery life could be better, Can't install non-market apps, battery life could be better, Can't install non-market apps, battery life could be better, Can't install non-market
The HTC Aria is a budget-priced Android smartphone that feels anything but budget. It's fast, the multi-touch display is responsive and easy to use despite it's relatively small size, the camera is quite good and you get a few high end goodies like an...
Solid build quality, good camera, good call quality and data speeds, Sense user interface
Poor battery life, lack of LED flash, can't install unapproved applications, no Amazon music store
The HTC Aria is AT&T's second Android phone, joining the Motorola BACKFLIP, and it's also the best Android powered smartphone you'll find on AT&T today. The Aria runs Android 2.1 and has HTC's Sense user interface on it, which provides Android with a ...
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Published: 2010-06-18, Author: Darren , review by: engadget.com
The HTC Aria may not be the most powerful Android phone on the market, but it’s a very appealing device and a great addition to AT&T’s Android lineup. Even fans of Verizon Wireless’ Droid tablet phones might want to consider the smaller, stylish HTC A...
The HTC Aria is compact, feature rich smartphone that runs on Android version 2.1 with HTC's Sense user interface. It has a 5-megapixel camera, GPS, Bluetooth, and supports Wi-Fi and 3G networks
The Aria's smaller display makes for a cramped onscreen keyboard. Its camera doesn't have a flash and you can't install non-Market apps
The HTC Aria is a solid, midrange Android smartphone, but it's a shame AT&T restricts it by blocking Android's capability to install third-party apps.
Display on the small side, AT&T has blocked third-party Android apps
While the attractive HTC Aria might not have the beefy specs of its HTC Android brethren, like the Droid Incredible and EVO 4G, it is a fully capable, beautifully-designed Android phone and a welcome addition to AT&T’s miniscule Android portfolio. ...
