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HTC Desire C
Requires Android Muve Music Plan.
Just because you don’t want to spend a fortune on a smartphone doesn’t mean that you should have to settle for a lack of features or lackluster design. HTC Desire C (H1000C) is the smartphone that provides great HTC usability in a smaller package. Loaded with Android™ 4.0 ICS and the latest Sense™ UI, it has a user experience found in much more expensive devices. Equipped with Beats Audio™, Desire C has superior audio quality. Desire C is the perfect smartphone for those looking for a premium experience in an entry level smartphone.
key features
Phone Features
Android
Yes
Smartphone
Yes
Touch Screen
Yes
Operating System
Android Ice Cream Sandwich (4.0)
User Interface
HTC Sense™
Camera Phone
Yes
Music Software
Beats Audio™
Bluetooth
Yes
Mobile Web
Yes
3G
Yes
Tri-band
Yes
Cricket Services Supported
Cricket Navigator
Yes
MyAccount
Yes
Cricket 411
Yes
Data Backup
Yes
Cricket Browser
Yes
Camera
Resolution
5.0 megapixel
Video
Yes
Video
720p
Zoom
Yes
Music
Muve Music™ Phones
Yes
Music Player
Yes
Supported Music Formats
MP3, AAC+, EAAC+
Connectivity
WiFi Access
Yes
Mobile Hotspot
Yes
Bluetooth Enabled
Yes
Stereo Bluetooth Enabled
Yes
Memory
Removable Memory Format
microSD®
Removable Memory Format
Muve Music Micro SD
Storage Capacity
Up to 32GB
Battery
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Capacity
1230 mAh
Standby Time
Up to 450 hours
Talk Time
Up to 370 minutes
Productivity
Text and Picture Messaging
Yes
SMS
Yes
MMS
Yes
Calendar, Alarm, Calculator
Yes
Contact Directory
Yes
Speakerphone
Yes
Voice Activated Dialing
Yes
Phone Specs
Dimensions (H x W x D)
4.8 x 2.4 x 0.5 inches
Bar Phone
Bar Phone
Bar Phone New
Bar Phone
Weight (w/standard battery)
3.5 oz
Keypad Style
Virtual
Form Factor
Touch bar
Headset Jack
3.5mm
Data Port
Micro USB
Color
Black
Main Display
Resolution
HVGA
Screen Size
3.5"
# Colors
262K
External Display
Screen Type
TFT
General
Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) Capable
Yes
Language
Multiple
E911
Yes
TTY / TDD
Yes
HAC Rating
M4/T4
Warranty
1 Year
Wireless Network Capability
Technology
CDMA
Mode
Tri-Band
Data Transfer Speed
EVDO Rev 0
included accessories
- 1230 mAh Battery
- 4GB microSD card (3GB for Muve Music)
- Travel charger/ USB cable
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Quick Start Instructions
Chare your battery overnight. Once your device is fully charged and powered on, simply follow these steps to activate your HTC Desire™ C:
- Touch the phone icon on the bottom of the Home Screen to begin the activation process for your phone.
- Dial *228 and tap the "Call" button. Next you will be taken to an Activation Screen.
- This will begin the activation process. Be sure to listen closely for the Activation Confirmation.
- Once successfully activated, you'll hear the message, "Your phone is now programmed, thank you for calling Cricket."
- After your phone has been successfully activated, it will automatically restart.
- If you are unable to activate your phone, you may try manual programming (see below).
Manually Programming your Cricket phone
Manual Programming:
- Charge your battery overnight.
- Read these instructions and have a pen ready before you call to set up service.
- Once your battery is charged, call 1-800-CRICKET (1-800-274-2538) from a different phone to speak with a Cricket representative.
- A Cricket representative will give you:
- Your 10-digit Cricket Phone Number (MDN)
- Your 10-digit Cricket Mobile Identification Number (MIN)
- Your 1 to 5 digit Cricket System ID Number (SID).
- After you have all your information handy, move on to Step 6.
- Turn on your phone using the power button.
- Touch the phone icon on the bottom of the Home Screen to begin the manual activation process for your phone.
- Enter ##626* (##NAM*) to access Number Assignment Module (NAM) Programming.
- You will be prompted to "Please enter password," which you'll do by entering 333333 (six times) and pressing "OK".
- From the Menu select "Mobile Directory Number".
- Enter your new 10-digit Cricket phone number that you received from the Cricket representative and tap "OK".
- From the Menu select "MIN".
- Enter your new 10 digit Cricket Mobile Identification Number (MIN) that you received from the Cricket representative and hit "OK".
- From the Menu select "SID".
- Enter the 1 to 5-digit SID System Identification Number that you received from the Cricket representative and hit "OK".
- You will be returned to the Program Settings Screen. Select "Commit Modifications".
- Please wait while the changes are being made to your phone.
- Once the changes are finished, press "OK" to reboot your phone or wait 10 seconds for it to automatically reset.
- Once manual programming is complete you are ready to make basic calls. Please try Over The Air Programming (per the Quick Start Guide above) again to activate all features. If you're still unable to activate your HTC Desire™ C, please call 1-800-CRICKET (1-800-274-2538).
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