HTC Rezound Pro Reviews

When it comes right down to it, the HTC Rezound is clearly outdated by the new Samsung Galaxy S III, as it features a larger display, thinner body, faster processor (and more RAM), and comes with Android ICS. When you factor in the same price of $199 on-contract, the choice is clear: the Samsung Galaxy S III is the better buy.

If your phone is also your primary music player, the Rezound is worth a look, if only for the included earbuds. At $199, the phone's performance is solid, and we're looking forward to an eventual upgrade to Ice Cream Sandwich. At over a half-inch thick, and six ounces though, it's a little like carrying a brick in your pocket.

The Rezound will likely go down as one of the best Android phones ever to launch pre-Ice Cream Sandwich — its incredible display, in harmony with the LTE modem and beefy processor, is simply too great to ignore. But I couldn't help shake the feeling that this phone could be so much better if it had shipped without Sense, or — at the very least — a significantly stripped down version of it, the same way other manufacturers have put their skins on a diet as of late. Would I recommend the Rezound? With these specs, it's hard not to — but at the very least, I'd wait just a few days to see what the Galaxy Nexus offers before pulling the trigger.

The HTC Rezound is a solid device for consumers looking for a high-quality screen and expensive headphones. The audio quality of the iBeats headset is good, but for most it will be difficult to distinguish between subtleties. If HTC incorporated the high quality speaker components into the phone itself, they might have sparked more interest between both music and mobile enthusiasts.

The HTC Rezound is an impressive device and an all-around winner. It has landed the #1 spot on my "if I needed to buy a phone" list, and is probably at the top of any gift recipient's list that you might be shopping for this holiday season. It sounds great, it looks great, and it performs exceptionally well in every respect; if it weren't for the lack of micro-USB charging it would come very close to being the perfect device. If you can afford the relatively high price of admission, the Rezound is more than worthy of your consideration. Highly recommended.

The HTC Rezound is one of the best phones available in terms of specs, and it's perfect for media junkies who like to use their smartphone as a multimedia player. The high-resolution display is well suited for movies, and the included Beats Audio headphones are a much-appreciated bonus. The battery life is weak, however, so you will want to buy an extended battery or carry a charger around just in case. Now for the hard part: choosing between the Rezound and the Samsung Galaxy Nexus. Both are excellent devices, but the decision comes down to what you are looking for in a phone. If you want a phone that is always up-to-date with the latest software, go with the Galaxy Nexus. If you value specs more and can wait a few months for Ice Cream Sandwich, the Rezound will suit you just fine.

The HTC Rezound is a decent phone and certainly a solid buy if you’re on Verizon, but we can’t help but be disappointed with HTCs limited implementation of Beats Audio and the poor battery life of the Rezound. HTC is one of the best manufacturers on the market, but like the ThunderBolt, the Rezound just can’t hold a charge very well. Though we like the outward design and camera a lot better than the Droid Razr, Motorola’s new phone is a lot thinner, has a nicer screen, and gets unquestionably better battery life (and again, even it doesn’t perform that well, sadly).

The HTC Rezound is mostly rock solid. Aside from a couple of crummy buttons, the hardware is nearly perfect. Sure, it isn't as slim as the Motorola RAZR, but the trade-off is better performance than the RAZR in almost every other category. The 720p HD display looks razor sharp and is crisp and clean, though its LCD isn't as bright as the Super AMOLED's on other phones. The sound quality of voice calls was excellent, and the signal performance on both 3G and 4G networks was as good as can be expected. The Rezound also happens to have a fine camera and video camera. The Beats Audio integration works mostly because HTC has fine-tuned the software to work with Beats' headphones, which are packaged with the Rezound. There's no doubt that the software makes a difference, though just how good that difference is depends a bit on what type of music you listen to most often. In the end, the Rezound sounds great, and may be a resounding success for Verizon and HTC. While many an audiophile can sit back and smugly think that they ca recreate Beats' effect on non-Beats phones and headphones, HTC's Rezound will look cooler and serve its users better.

The Rezound is one of the most well-stocked phones we've ever seen. It's certainly got swagger, since it tops the spec comparison charts in nearly every category and even beats out the iPhone's Retina Display. Speaking of Beats, it has those too -- though hardcore music enthusiasts will likely be disgusted by the lack of customizable options. We enjoyed the Rezound because of the display and the phone's overall performance, but you have to be a fan of Sense -- and tolerate the lackluster battery -- in order to place it above the Galaxy Nexus on the wish list.

Sorry Apple, it seems your iPhone 4S has some stiff competition with the HTC Rezound that boats a number of impressive capabilities like its display, processor, camera and video, price and more. It seems to be the Android that could really cause a dent in Apple’s iPhone 4S sales and popularity. While once a Mac lover always a Mac lover, those who want the latest and greatest will definitely want to top for the Rezound that has a better overall package.

The HTC Rezound is an amazing Internet and multimedia machine that fits into your pocket, but it's a bulky piece of kit.

When you’re paying the same $299.99 price for each device with a 2-year contract, we’re left to meticulously find out which one is going to offer the most value for the buck to gather which is the superior one. As we’ve come to expect, both handsets have their own unique perks and characteristics that make them so beloved in the eyes of the consumer, but it's the Motorola DROID RAZR that’s able to impress us most. Sure we adore the HTC Rezound’s resounding 720p display and Beats Audio support, but it lacks that one element to exude the aura of being regarded as a benchmark device – rather, it’s merely your typical incremental step up device. In contrast, the Motorola DROID RAZR might not have a pixel crunching display, but instead, it’s able to capture our attention more thanks to the Super AMOLED panel it’s packing. Moreover, its design is truly unique on so many levels, which ultimately enables it to be an attention grabber right from the get-go. Add in its Motorola Webtop functionality, smooth overall performance, and considerably premium feel, it embodies all of the lovable aspects of a phone that’s priced at the highest-end of the spectrum. Of course, your personal preference may vary, but we may assure you that you will not go wrong with any of the two.

Taking into account that it’s priced at the highest end of the ladder at $299.99 with a 2-year contract, it’s undoubtedly on the pricey side on any budget. The DROID RAZR fights for it with design, while the HTC Rezound does it with specs. Obviously, its 720p display is remarkably detailed enough to exhibit plenty of sharp visuals to wholeheartedly capture the title of being the most detailed display on the market. Needless to say, we love its detailed production, but wish it was better with outdoors visibility. Furthermore, it has the prestigious title of being the first smartphone in the US to offer Beats Audio support, but as we've said before, it is rather just a great pair of bundled headphones. However, save for the display, it is nothing out of the ordinary - compare it to the DROID BIONIC, and you'll not find other big advantages for the Rezound. In addition, the soon to come Samsung GALAXY Nexus will also offer a high-res 720p display, however it will be a huge 4.65” Super AMOLED one, packed in a slim body. It will also be the first one to be running on the latest Android 4.0 straight out of the box, instead of waiting for an update. However, the HTC Rezound simply lacks the crucial element of having that initial visual appeal that makes the Motorola DROID RAZR so breathtaking at the $300 price point. Looking over its specs sheet, there are obviously a few standouts that make it unique, but they’re simply not profound enough to entice us.

There’s a risk in trying to attempt too much with a smartphone: you can end up delivering a number of mediocre experiences rather than standing out in any one place. HTC skirts that challenge with the Rezound, and while battery life with LTE enabled and in action still isn’t up to scratch for the everyday user, it’s definitely getting there. The phone may not be as skinny as the DROID RAZR but the screen is better and the unibody chassis feels solid and comfortable in the hand. Beats Audio is one of HTC’s big promotional drives with the Rezound, though to our mind the superlative dual-core performance and immersive 720p display are better selling points. With 3G it would be a great Android smartphone: LTE demands you make use of the manual power toggle if you want to go from dawn to dusk on a single charge, but Verizon’s 4G performance leaves us glad to have the speedy option.

While it may have a hefty build, the HTC Rezound's beautiful display, commendable performance, and multimedia-rich features make it a top phone for Verizon customers.