battery life made HTC Arrive unlike other smart phones.

The HTC Arrive is a big news for Sprint customers since it is the carrier’s first Windows Phone 7 smart phone. It is also huge deal for Microsoft since their OS finally runs on a CDMA network.

he 1500 mAh battery takes this phone through at least a day and a half unlike other smart phones. The operating system is quite efficient and it runs longer on a single charge than the Android powered HTC Thunderbolt or HTC EVO. you can enjoy a half-hour long TV show on Netflix, spend some time browsing the web, make about an hour worth of calls, snap a few photos, install a few new applications, check in on Foursquare, and much more without too much concern for running out of juice. The advertised talk time is 6 hours and their claim was about right. Replenishing the battery is fairly easy since a micro USB cable comes in the box with a USB wall charger.

The Windows Phone 7 operating system has a lot of potential is in a class of its own, but it is still truly a first-generation platform. Microsoft has a long way to go and I can only expect a better experience a few months or a year down the road. It is definitely a great device for early adopters, Windows fans, or those who just want something different. While it may not have extra perks such as a mobile hotspot or video chat capabilities, it has you covered when it comes to all the productivity basics. The HTC Arrive goes for $199 after agreeing to a new two-year contract through Sprint.