We've received official word from HTC that they've been really overwhelmed by the "strong" demand for the HD in the States and other markets where no launch has been planned (with that insane display, it seemed like a no-brainer to us!). Sadly, due to the engineering time required to get a North American 3G version in the pipeline, they say they're better off just waiting until the next round of products launches -- hopefully with some extra bands in the radio this time, eh?
HTC Touch HD not coming to the US
Posted on Tuesday, October 07 2008 @ 22:15 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck
Bad news for fans of the HTC Touch HD phone who are located in the US. Engadget received word from HTC that this touchscreen phone will not be available in the US because it would take them to long to adjust the phone for the American cell phone system: