My initial impressions with the HTC Snap couldn't be more different. The unit boots up quickly and is very responsive to use. I love the QWERTY keyboard - I have had Blackberrys in my work life on a couple of occasions and this is about as close to a Blackberry as you are going to get for a Windows Mobile (6.1) device. However, the keys are still a little close together for me, but it is still pretty good. Even some of the Blackberry like UI features (e.g. inserting a capital letter after a fullstop) are present. About time!
The battery life seems pretty good for a 3G device and in normal use I find it will go 3 days between charges. Obviously battery life depends on usage, so your mileage may vary. The GPS works well with Google maps (preinstalled on the device) and if you are a big Facebook user, I recommend downloading the Windows Mobile version (you will find it here).
The overall build quality is great- it feels robust and the matt black finish works really well. The screen is bright and clear (if a little small compared to some other devices these days). It locks/unlocks very easily and considerable thought seems to have gone into the UI to make it even more usable. Somehow all the features that you need are right at your finger tips. The email was easier to set up and internet connectivity was a breeze.
I did have a HTC S620 which was the 2G predessor to this device. I loved it, but unfortunately it had an accident (let's just say it suffered severe water ingress!). This is a great replacement for the S620 and I feel relieved now that I have retired my Touch Diamond.
