HTC
HTC G1
Experience the T-Mobile G1, a pioneering smartphone that seamlessly blends a full touchscreen with a physical QWERTY keyboard. Powered by the innovative Android operating system, it offers a deeply integrated Google experience with Gmail, Google Maps Street View, and one-touch search. Customize your home screen and explore a universe of apps through the Android Market. Enjoy a vibrant 3.2-inch display, a 3-megapixel camera, and versatile connectivity options including 3G and Wi-Fi. This factory-refurbished device provides a powerful and flexible mobile platform.
$114.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.0
/ 5
Category Rank
740
/ 1473
#740 in Mobile Phones
Price vs Category Average
-81%
Below average
Weight
5.6
/ ounces
Who it's for
- Pioneering Android Experience
- Tactile QWERTY Keyboard
- Integrated Google Services
Who should skip it
- Bulky and Unrefined Design
- Proprietary Headphone Port
- Early Software Limitations
Key Specs
Weight
5.6 ounces
Dimensions
4.6 x 2.2 x 0.7 inches
Screen Size
3.2-inch touchscreen
Resolution
320 x 480 pixels
Color Depth
65K colors
Internal Memory
192 MB RAM / 256 MB ROM
Expandable Storage
Up to 8 GB via microSD
Battery
1150 mAh lithium-ion
Features
- Full touchscreen and slide-out QWERTY keyboard
- Powered by Google's Android operating system
- One-touch Google search and access to Android Market
- Integrated Google services like Gmail and Google Maps Street View
- 3-megapixel camera with autofocus and video recording
- Wi-Fi and 3G connectivity for fast data access
- Bluetooth for hands-free communication and stereo music streaming
- Digital audio player with support for multiple formats
What customers say
The HTC G1 garnered significant attention for its groundbreaking design and the introduction of the Android operating system. Users frequently highlighted the physical slide out keyboard as a major convenience, enhancing typing speed and comfort. While navigating the nascent Android platform required some initial adjustment, its open nature and customization options were well received. This device was celebrated for its innovative approach to mobile interaction, establishing a new paradigm in the smartphone market despite its somewhat bulky form factor.
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