HTC, the Taiwanese smartphone maker, has reportedly received Bluetooth SIG certification for a new model with the model numbers 2QC9200, 2QC9100, and 2QCB100. The new device is expected to be a mid-range smartphone with Bluetooth 5.2 and Wi-Fi 6E connectivity. The handset is said to feature a Snapdragon 700 series SoC and may feature FastConnect 6700, which supports Wi-Fi speeds of up to 3Gbps.
HTC Smartphone Receives Bluetooth SIG Certification
The Bluetooth SIG website has listed an unannounced HTC smartphone with model numbers 2QC9200, 2QC9100, and 2QCB100. The listing shows that the device will feature Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity and Wi-Fi 6E support. This suggests that the new smartphone will be able to offer faster data access on networks that support the Wi-Fi 6E standard. The FastConnect 6700 feature extends Wi-Fi 6 into the 6GHz band, offering even higher speeds for users. The new HTC model is expected to be powered by Snapdragon 700 series SoCs, although no official announcement has been made yet.
New Mid-Range Smartphone with Bluetooth 5.2 and Wi-Fi 6E Support
The new HTC smartphone that has surfaced on Bluetooth SIG listings is reportedly a mid-range smartphone that offers Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity and Wi-Fi 6E support. The device will offer high-speed data access on Wi-Fi 6E networks, which is a relatively new standard that offers faster speeds than earlier versions of Wi-Fi. The FastConnect 6700 feature also extends Wi-Fi 6 into the 6GHz band (Wi-Fi 6E), offering users up to 3Gbps wireless speeds.
Powered by Snapdragon 700 Series SoC
The new HTC smartphone model is reportedly said to be powered by a Snapdragon 700 series SoC. The new model will be capable of connecting to Wi-Fi 6E and offer high-speed data access. Qualcomm offers FastConnect 6700 functionality with Snapdragon 778, Snapdragon 778+, and Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 SoCs. There is no information yet as to which specific SoC will power the new HTC model.
No Official Launch Date Yet
HTC has not yet announced any plans to launch a new smartphone. The Bluetooth SIG listing is the first time the new model has been seen, and so there is no word on when the device will be available for purchase. However, with the new model appearing on certification websites, it is likely that an official launch is not far away.
HTC Wildfire E2 Play Launched This Month
Earlier this month, HTC unveiled their latest entry-level smartphone, the HTC Wildfire E2 Play. The device was launched in Africa and features a Unisoc T606 SoC, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of internal storage. It has a 6.82-inch HD+ display with a water-drop style cutout for the front camera. The smartphone also features a quad rear camera unit headlined by a 48-megapixel primary sensor, as well as an 8-megapixel selfie camera and rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. It is backed by a 4,600mAh battery, making it a good choice for consumers looking for an affordable smartphone with decent specifications.
The new HTC smartphone has just received Bluetooth SIG certification and is expected to launch soon. It will feature Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity, Wi-Fi 6E support, and FastConnect 6700, which supports Wi-Fi speeds up to 3Gbps. These features are sure to make it a popular choice for anyone looking for a mid-range smartphone with high-speed connectivity options. However, with no official word yet from the company, it remains to be seen when the device will actually be available to purchase.
