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A closer look at the HTC Desire X (pictures)

CNET UK's Natasha Lomas gets her hands on the new Desire X, a midrange Android smartphone with a bit of power under the hood.

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The Desire X's design is similar to HTC's One series. It runs Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich with HTC's Sense UI.
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The main menu shows a traditional grid design.
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The HTC comes in white and black versions. The camera lens is in the upper right corner of the Desire X's rear side.
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Unlike the One X, the Desire X has a removable battery.
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Behind the battery cover you'll also find slots for the SIM and the microSD card.
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The Desire X has a thin profile. A volume rocker sits on the right side.

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