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We already know that the HTC HD2 will be coming to America in 2010, but we didn't know which carrier will launch it - although we did have a clue. Well, it looks like it'll likely be T-Mobile USA since the External Packages folder (above) state that US HD2 will have Windows Mobile 6.5 build 21689, Opera 9.7.0.35627, and Teeter 2.0. The usual specs are expected on this handset, like its beautiful 4.3-inch touchscreen display.

A couple of months ago we heard about a capacitive stylus from HTC. According to Clove UK, this stylus looks like it's on the way and it's for the HTC HD2. It won't be necessary to buy it but if you want to get it then go ahead. It should be available for £15 ($25 USD) when they launch it.

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Well, another carrier in Europe has just launched the HTC HD2. T-Mobile UK has the smartphone for free on a 2-year contract where you'll have to pay 35 Pounds ($58 USD) a month. This smartphone is available on their site here and comes with WinMo 6.5 of course.

If you're keeping track, that's 3 carriers in Europe that have the HD2 and zero for US. Don't worry, it's coming in 2010 though.

Vodafone has had it for a little while, but O2 UK has just launched the HTC HD2 as well. This handset will be available for free on an 18-month contract, but you'll have to pay £45 monthly. Check it out on O2's site here - I can't navigate it because I'm not in the UK.

Along with this news, we're hearing that the HTC HD2 could actually be upgraded to WinMo 7 when it gets released. This is just a rumour at this point, but it could definitely be possible with its amazing spec sheet.

O2 UK Launches the HTC HD2: Unwired View
HTC HD2 Is WinMo 7 Upgradeable?: Phone Arena

And the first carrier to launch the HTC HD2... it's Vodafone in the UK. It's available for free, of course, but you'll have to pay £35 a month on a 2-year contract or you can go with an 18-month contract but it'll cost you £40 monthly. I know you're interested so go on Vodafone's site and order one now before it sells out.

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Although they have a very limited supply, DeviceWire is now shipping out the HTC HD2. Just like it says, "If you order this product before 4pm today, UK customers could expect delivery tomorrow." Great news, but remember it's 499 Pounds ($834 USD).

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It looks like even T-Mobile UK is confused about exactly what they are launching. Before I say anything, they have just briefly mentioned that they will be launching the HTC HD2 sometime this month - we heard November 6th. But, as you can see in the photo above, there are a lot of things wrong in this picture.

First, that's a picture of the original HTC Touch HD. Second, the label clearly says HTC Touch HD2, which is another error. The bullet points state that you'll be able to use the Android Market to download apps, which is incorrect since the HD2 is running WinMo 6.5. The "Huge 3.8' touchscreen" is also the wrong size since the HD2 has a 4.3-inch touchscreen display (the HTC Touch HD has a 3.8-inch display).

On a less serious note, maybe T-Mobile UK is launching that Android version of the Touch HD that we've been hearing about, but I doubt it.

Anyways, you must be confused as I am, but it looks like T-Mobile UK will clear this all up this week since they're going to make it all official on Wednesday. Let's hope they remember to change their product page too. Check out all of the errors on their website here.

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It looks like a new possible release date for the HTC HD2 on T-Mobile UK has just been spotted. As you can see in the above photo it clearly states that this handset will be available on November 6th, which is at the end of this week. It'll be yours if you're willing to pay £99 ($163 USD) for the phone plus a £35 ($58 USD) monthly fee - thanks to the contract - or you can get the device free on a massive £75 ($123 USD) monthly fee. Definitely not a cheap handset.

Update: According to WMPowerUser, Expansys has also slashed the price of their HTC HD2 pre-order for £499.99 ($822 USD). This listing states that it'll be available on November 11th. Check it out here.

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It looks like Orange will be launching the HTC HD2 in Romania this December. Yup. There's not much else for me to say.

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Vodafone Spain has just announced that they plan to launch the HTC HD2 (Leo) in December this year. The bad news is that this handset will be exclusively available to their business customers, which a big bummer. Let's hope that it also gets launched to normal customers shortly after though.

I've already reported that this handset is available for pre-orders on Clove UK. Well, now we're hearing that it'll launch unlocked starting on November 11th. Check out the £469 ($739 USD) pre-orders here.

HTC HD2 Hitting Vodafone Spain: Slash Gear
Unlocked HTC HD2 On November 11th: Slash Gear

A new video spotted online shows off the HTC HD2 (Leo), but it even gives us a sneak peek of the extended battery. It pops out a bit, but I'm sure it'll still be thinner than my Nokia N81 which is roughly just under 18mm - I believe. This is looking like a great phone and if you're interested in check it out, go to the link below for the video.

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Picture Source: Slash Gear