HTC RE camera comes to Canada

HTC REHTC surprised more than one when it unveiled its RE camera back in October. HTC Canada today let us know that this “remarkable little camera” is coming to Canada just in time for the holidays.

“HTC has been setting the standard for smartphones for years – today we’re focused on redefining the concept of imaging forever,” said Peter Chou, CEO, HTC. “As a company we don’t stand still and our devotion to innovation has seen us take smart photography in a completely new direction for our business and our customers. Once people get a RE in their hands, they won’t want to put it down. This is everybody’s opportunity to get out from behind the lens and start living in the moment again.”

HTC RE specifications:

  • Cellular connectivity: None
  • Other connectivity: 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0 LE
  • Display: None
  • RAM: 256MB
  • Internal storage: 32MB
  • External storage: MicroSD cards up to 128GB
  • Front-facing camera:16MP with f/2.8 aperture and 1080p 30fps video capture
  • Ports: Micro-USB
  • Battery: 820mAh
  • Dimensions: 97.7 × 26.5 millimeters
  • Weight: 66.5 grams
  • Other: IPX7 (IPX8 with waterproof cap), built-in microphone, grip sensor (auto on/off, tap for photos and press for video)

The HTC RE will be available at Staples this week. It will sell for CA$199.95.