HTC Touch Diamond in Orange Catalog
03/06/08 02:13:45 pm by Matt - 152 words
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The HTC Touch Diamond is the one device that everyone seems to be talking about and lusting after at the moment and today I discovered that the phone maybe a step closer to launch on the Orange network, as it appears in their latest (June) catalog as one of the devices in the 'coming soon' section.
As you can see from the scan above it looks like Orange are simply calling it the HTC Diamond, dropping touch from it's name.
No official release date from Orange but our sources suggest that it will be sometime this month (June).
We should be getting our review unit in the next few days so please let us know if you have any questions or if there is anything specific that you would like us to cover.
Posted by: Matt
[Post tag(s): smartphone news, Pocket PC news, Tracy & Matt, orange, HTC, HTC Touch Diamond]
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Comment from: Paveway [Visitor]
I've heard that the release on Orange will be 22nd of June. That comes from someone within CPW.
07/06/08 @ 19:28
Comment from: Doug Nolan [Visitor]
I'm considering one of these on Orange, but I've heard that the response from the touch interface can be a bit sluggish. I'd be interested to hear what you think.
Cheers.
Cheers.
13/06/08 @ 15:01
Comment from: david matthews [Visitor]
Its is being launch on the 23rd of june ,if you look at the up to date videos on youtube the interface is not sluggish ,the old videos were demo's phones with less memory on board . the new phones will have more memory,ok
16/06/08 @ 21:52
Comment from: skilty [Visitor]
just rang orange, still not released! - they reckon another couple of weeks and i've heard that one before! (23rd June)
23/06/08 @ 10:45
Comment from: skilty [Visitor]
just rang orange, still not released! - they reckon another couple of weeks and i've heard that one before! (23rd June)
23/06/08 @ 10:46
Comment from: Windoze9t8 [Visitor]
I love mine... HK version Flashed with European ROM
23/06/08 @ 16:38
Comment from: Doug Nolan [Visitor]
...or apparently not. Orange are now saying they don't know when it's out.
Think I might just go over to O2...
Think I might just go over to O2...
30/06/08 @ 10:06
Comment from: anon [Visitor]
Doug, can you tell me where you got the Euro ROM from please?
30/06/08 @ 12:33
Comment from: Paul [Visitor] · http://www.htc.com
to be honest, O2 coverage is not that great, 3G is not as good as orange
or vodafone.
i have checked the maps and they seem to be better than O2.
i really wouldnt mind getting this on vodafone as i can assume they are
better than orange, but the only thing is is vodafone's tarriffs, they
hardly have any good text tarrifss. so i will be venturing to orange now
to look at the zoo of animals. ^^
or vodafone.
i have checked the maps and they seem to be better than O2.
i really wouldnt mind getting this on vodafone as i can assume they are
better than orange, but the only thing is is vodafone's tarriffs, they
hardly have any good text tarrifss. so i will be venturing to orange now
to look at the zoo of animals. ^^
30/06/08 @ 15:23
Comment from: Hatch [Visitor] · Http://www.hatchmedia.co.uk
Jeese, i'm starting to think i've dreamt that the HTC diamond is coming out on orange. Been ringing orange each day and i get a different answer each time.
i just hope when it does come out that i actually manage to get one as i can see there being a big demand on this phone.
hopefully the world wont end b4 orange actually release it...!
i just hope when it does come out that i actually manage to get one as i can see there being a big demand on this phone.
hopefully the world wont end b4 orange actually release it...!
03/07/08 @ 19:32
Comment from: Doug Nolan [Visitor]
Know what you mean. In fact, I might hang on for Sony's Experia X1.
03/07/08 @ 22:22
Comment from: Dave Gardiner [Visitor]
Ive just been on the phone to Orange and have been told that the release date is Monday folks
been witing for over 2 months since i got wind of this phone and so cant wait to see it in action
been witing for over 2 months since i got wind of this phone and so cant wait to see it in action
05/07/08 @ 18:09
Comment from: Grail PR [Visitor] · http://www.grailpr.com
Just spoke to Orange and no release today unfortunately! They reckon sometime within the next 2 weeks......
The wait continues!
What are everyones thoughts on the samsung omnia? No sign of it even on "coming soon" pages of any network but they press launched it the same day as the new iphone!
2 heinz beans cans and a length of string, motorola startac, nokia 6210i, nokia 6310i, sony ericsson t18, nokia 6100, nokia 6600, nokia 6680, spv c500, nokia n80 (big mistake!), spv m3100, HTc Tytn2, who knows what next!
The wait continues!
What are everyones thoughts on the samsung omnia? No sign of it even on "coming soon" pages of any network but they press launched it the same day as the new iphone!
2 heinz beans cans and a length of string, motorola startac, nokia 6210i, nokia 6310i, sony ericsson t18, nokia 6100, nokia 6600, nokia 6680, spv c500, nokia n80 (big mistake!), spv m3100, HTc Tytn2, who knows what next!
07/07/08 @ 12:42
Comment from: anon [Visitor] · http://www.expansys.com/nc.aspx?i=163250
You can get this phone now on O2 or T-Mobile.
See this link http://www.expansys.com/nc.aspx?i=163250
See this link http://www.expansys.com/nc.aspx?i=163250
07/07/08 @ 19:30
Comment from: anon [Visitor]
I'm reading that some Orange stores have the phone in stock, but if you call CS or use the website you'll get nowhere.
08/07/08 @ 01:28
Comment from: Charlie [Visitor]
Just spoke to my local Orange store. They are expecting stock by the end of the week. Could be anytime.
08/07/08 @ 13:20
Comment from: Doug [Visitor]
Hmmm, now that I've used one, I'm a bit 'meh'.
Think I'll hold out for http://www.sonyericsson.com/x1/
Think I'll hold out for http://www.sonyericsson.com/x1/
08/07/08 @ 14:16
Comment from: anon [Visitor]
The X1 looks nice too, but I am really put off by the size of it, the same reason I don't want the iPhone. I think I'll still get the Diamond. My friend knows an Orange shop manager, so I'm getting a call as soon as they arrive. Woohoo!
08/07/08 @ 16:19
Comment from: Doug [Visitor]
Charlie, the interface was a bit slow, and in some cases didn't respond at all. The buttons felt a bit shabby too. Obviously the iPhone has a better interface, as that's the best thing about it. But the lack of MMS and the poor camera, combined with UK O2's tariff just don't cut it for me.
I've not tried an X1 yet, but I think it sounds promising. The rumour is for a September release.
I've not tried an X1 yet, but I think it sounds promising. The rumour is for a September release.
08/07/08 @ 19:41
Doug,
Where did you try one out? Did it have the newer ROM?
Matt
Where did you try one out? Did it have the newer ROM?
Matt
08/07/08 @ 19:49
Comment from: Charlie [Visitor]
Doug,
Not sure about the X1, I do have concerns regarding the size of it. I don't want an iPhone just because of the size. I know the Touch Diamond isn't much smaller, but every little counts for me. I really can't be bothered having a big lump in my pocket, and the Diamond seems to do everything I need. I think I might just have to live with it being a bit laggy at time, and hope ROM updates might sort it. The X1 is just too think for me, although it does look very nice. Don't forget the Touch Pro coming out at a similar time I think. Looks very promising, again too thick for me though.
08/07/08 @ 21:20
Comment from: Doug [Visitor]
I will take a look at the Touch Pro. Although given the problems we're having identifying a date for the Diamond, goodness knows when the Pro is coming out.
I know what you mean about the X1 being thicker, but I'm more prepared to compromise on that than I am on function and useability.
I know what you mean about the X1 being thicker, but I'm more prepared to compromise on that than I am on function and useability.
09/07/08 @ 10:01
Comment from: anon [Visitor]
T-Mobile monthly data cap is 1GB for £7.50
Anyone know what the Orange capping is? Their website is next to useless... I mean, unlimited for 2 months?! So what do you pay after? £8 for 30mb it would appear (the Orange World Data bundle) unless someone can link me to different information.
Anyone know what the Orange capping is? Their website is next to useless... I mean, unlimited for 2 months?! So what do you pay after? £8 for 30mb it would appear (the Orange World Data bundle) unless someone can link me to different information.
09/07/08 @ 11:35
Comment from: Charlie [Visitor]
As far as I am aware Orange have a 500MB cap, but you do get that every month, as long as you sign up for an 18 month contract of £35 or more per month. Of course with the current £5 off online on their contracts, I think you can therefore get it for £30 a month.
Anyone know how decent 500MB is?
Anyone know how decent 500MB is?
09/07/08 @ 13:09
The 500MB is extremely good value as on the new business tariff 500MB will cost you £250!!
09/07/08 @ 13:12
Comment from: Charlie [Visitor]
http://shop.orange.co.uk/shop/terms?WT.svl=300
Search for "unlimited bundles".
It says 500MB per month.
Search for "unlimited bundles".
It says 500MB per month.
09/07/08 @ 13:13
Comment from: Hatch [Visitor] · http://www.hatchmedia.co.uk
Oh my..!
Moses parted the red sea...
Noah saved the recreation of mankind...
Jesus drunk red wine...
and now Orange finally release the HTC Diamond. Just ordered mine with a solo 35 tariff and they said it should arrive within 3 days. I was quite surprised they were still in stock but the woman was cautious that it may go out of stock whilst i was on the phone so if you haven't already, ring them quick..!
I feel like i have achieved an ambition he he he.
Hopefully it lives up to its nurtured hype and that i dont have to send back within the 8 days.
Moses parted the red sea...
Noah saved the recreation of mankind...
Jesus drunk red wine...
and now Orange finally release the HTC Diamond. Just ordered mine with a solo 35 tariff and they said it should arrive within 3 days. I was quite surprised they were still in stock but the woman was cautious that it may go out of stock whilst i was on the phone so if you haven't already, ring them quick..!
I feel like i have achieved an ambition he he he.
Hopefully it lives up to its nurtured hype and that i dont have to send back within the 8 days.
10/07/08 @ 16:18
Comment from: Grail PR [Visitor] · http://www.grailpr.com
The best things come to those who wait..... despite the usual orange hiccup of letting new customers getting the phones before existing customers, i have ordered my upgrade! Just missed the delivery deadline for tomorrow so need to wait till Monday!
First time in 4 upgrades i havent had to go down the retention route, staying with panther 45, taking the unlimited landline calls and the "unlimited" browsing. Having to give up my orangeworld browsing which i was paying £8 for 1000mb a month, not sure im doing the tight thing there but time will tell. Also losing my free insurance so that balances out the reduced cost for data. Should save about £2 a month!
Fingers crossed!
First time in 4 upgrades i havent had to go down the retention route, staying with panther 45, taking the unlimited landline calls and the "unlimited" browsing. Having to give up my orangeworld browsing which i was paying £8 for 1000mb a month, not sure im doing the tight thing there but time will tell. Also losing my free insurance so that balances out the reduced cost for data. Should save about £2 a month!
Fingers crossed!
10/07/08 @ 21:46
Comment from: ben [Visitor]
what is orange like as a network im ono2 but bit wary of moving to orange because i have heard bad things about the coverage?
how is the phone funtion wise does it live up to what u expected?
how is the phone funtion wise does it live up to what u expected?
11/07/08 @ 16:48
Comment from: anon [Visitor]
getting my phone next week from orange. the retention folks offered me £25 per month on an 18 months contract inc 500mb/month data. Phone was free too!
11/07/08 @ 22:09
Comment from: Dave Gardiner [Visitor]
Pissed off with Orange, was on retention call abck list for a month and a half fot the Diamond, phoned up on friday and was all sold out went nuts grrrr angry with orange.
good news is that i aranged my contract £20 per month on an 18 month contract including unlimited data and texts and the phone was only £25 not going to complain.
hoping to get the upgrade now on monday not holding my breath!!!!
good news is that i aranged my contract £20 per month on an 18 month contract including unlimited data and texts and the phone was only £25 not going to complain.
hoping to get the upgrade now on monday not holding my breath!!!!
12/07/08 @ 13:07
Comment from: anon [Visitor]
ben, my contract was running out, and when I called to cancel it they offered me the deal.
13/07/08 @ 19:26
Comment from: john [Visitor]
Got the HTC Diamond today after a long wait..
panther 45 for £25 a month for 9 months and then £30 a month for rest 9 months..
hope orange doesnt muck up the diamond software too much..
i hate it because the software that orange adds to the phone normally slows it down further and it looses some of its original features.
does any one know when i can debrand the handset as really dont want the orange software on it at all..
Still, Waiting for my phone been told its going to be monday... Hurrayyy
panther 45 for £25 a month for 9 months and then £30 a month for rest 9 months..
hope orange doesnt muck up the diamond software too much..
i hate it because the software that orange adds to the phone normally slows it down further and it looses some of its original features.
does any one know when i can debrand the handset as really dont want the orange software on it at all..
Still, Waiting for my phone been told its going to be monday... Hurrayyy
25/07/08 @ 11:22
Comment from: Cass [Visitor] · http://www.lafemmenails.com
Picked up a Diamond today! Hurray. Been waiting ages and it's more than I expected it tooo be. A bit fiddly with the software but wahaay.
28/08/08 @ 23:09
Comment from: Bub [Visitor] · http://www.linkpush.net
OK... after a long wait for this in the UK I finally picked this little jewel up on Friday straight from Orange.
Build quality is superb and I get massive interest everytime I place it on the table in my local pub....it looks amazing.
I used the HTC on the net for around 12hrs so far and it's cool. No problems, just a few sites not displaying correctly???
Downlaoded a few of talking books and take the HTC to bed with me every night. Totally delighted with it...
Still need to pick up a nice leather case for it. Any recommends?????
Build quality is superb and I get massive interest everytime I place it on the table in my local pub....it looks amazing.
I used the HTC on the net for around 12hrs so far and it's cool. No problems, just a few sites not displaying correctly???
Downlaoded a few of talking books and take the HTC to bed with me every night. Totally delighted with it...
Still need to pick up a nice leather case for it. Any recommends?????
28/08/08 @ 23:18
Comment from: brad [Visitor] · http://www.acepush.com
I just got my HTC diamond.... 1st impressions.. excellent! although i also have had some problems with a couple of problems with some websites... any advice?
http://www.expansys.com/p.aspx?i=170203&partner=froogle
this is the case i use... not had any problems with it yet, i reccomend!
thanks
http://www.expansys.com/p.aspx?i=170203&partner=froogle
this is the case i use... not had any problems with it yet, i reccomend!
thanks
29/08/08 @ 09:43
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