HTC launches S740 in Singapore, Thailand and Malaysia

HTC has introduced its new model HTC S740 in Thailand, Singapore and Malaysia. The launch seems to have been strategically aligned to release handset in three different markets. For Europe HTC S740 is available from September 2008.

HTC S740 is a dual personality phone which offers a traditional 12-key phone design and HTC’s signature sliding QWERTY keyboard for optimal messaging. HTC S740 features fast mobile broadband with a maximum download speed of 7.2 Mbps which is up to 18 times faster than 3G. This slim smartphone features a 2.4 inches QVGA display, a built-in GPS function, FM radio and 3.2 megapixel camera which best fits stills and video shooting purposes.

HTC S740 will be available in these countries from end October 2008. In Singapore at a suggested price of SGD $848 (inclusive of 7% GST) while in Malaysia it will be available at the tag price of RM 1,999.00. For Thailand it will be available in 18,900 Baht.

HTC S740