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HTC Dream Full Specs Pricing Pros & Cons

Release Date
2009, June
Camera
3MP
Battery
1150mAh
Processor
MSM7201A
Screen
3.2"
Storage
192MB RAM , microSD slot
Ram
192MB RAM
Operating System
Android 1.6

Key Features of HTC Dream

  • Supports GSM / HSPA technologies for network connectivity.
  • Equipped with a QWERTY keyboard for easy typing.
  • Features a 3.2-inch TFT display with 65K colors.
  • Packed with Android 1.6 (Donut) operating system.
  • Powered by a Qualcomm MSM7201A chipset with a 528 MHz ARM 11 CPU and Adreno 130 GPU.
  • Comes with a microSD card slot allowing for memory expansion.
  • Includes a 3.15 MP autofocus main camera.
  • Provides Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g for wireless connectivity.
  • Built-in GPS for positioning.
  • Features an accelerometer and compass sensors.
  • Removable Li-Ion 1150 mAh battery offering up to 5 hours and 20 minutes of talk time.

HTC Dream Disadvantages

  • No support for 4G networks; limited to GSM / HSPA technology.
  • The phone has been discontinued and no longer supported by the manufacturer.
  • Bulky dimensions and weight (158 g) make it less portable compared to modern smartphones.
  • Low screen-to-body ratio (~46.5%) with a TFT display supporting only 65K colors.
  • Powered by an outdated Android 1.6 (Donut) OS which limits app compatibility.
  • Limited processing power with a 528 MHz ARM 11 CPU.
  • Very limited internal memory (192MB RAM, 256MB) impacting performance and storage.
  • No front-facing (selfie) camera.
  • Lacks a 3.5mm headphone jack, limiting audio accessory compatibility.
  • No built-in FM radio feature.
  • Limited Bluetooth support with version 2.0 for headset only.
  • Uses miniUSB rather than the now-standard microUSB or USB-C.
  • Small battery capacity (1150 mAh) offering limited talk time.
Network
Technology GSM / HSPA
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 2100
Speed HSPA 7.2/2 Mbps
Launch
Announced 2009, February. Released 2009, June
Status Discontinued
Body
Dimensions 117.7 x 55.7 x 17.1 mm (4.63 x 2.19 x 0.67 in)
Weight 158 g (5.57 oz)
Keyboard QWERTY
SIM Mini-SIM
Display
Type TFT, 65K colors
Size 3.2 inches, 30.5 cm2 (~46.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~180 ppi density)
Platform
OS Android 1.6 (Donut)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM7201A
CPU 528 MHz ARM 11
GPU Adreno 130
Memory
Card slot microSD (dedicated slot)
Internal 192MB RAM, 256MB
Main Camera
Single 3.15 MP, AF
Video Yes
Selfie camera
Sound
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack No
Comms
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Bluetooth 2.0, A2DP (headset support only)
Positioning GPS
Radio No
USB miniUSB
Features
Sensors Accelerometer, compass
Browser HTML
Battery
Type Removable Li-Ion 1150 mAh battery
Stand-by Up to 406 h
Talk time Up to 5 h 20 min
Misc
Colors Black
SAR 1.07 W/kg (head)     1.20 W/kg (body)
Price About 150 EUR

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