Conclusion
Retailing at around 70 EUR when it was available, the HTC Status is best remembered for its social networking prowess, emphasized by the dedicated Facebook button and its physical keyboard, which provided a unique user experience. While it cannot compete with today's smartphones in terms of specifications and capabilities, the HTC Status was a noteworthy attempt to blend the then-emerging smartphone technology with an embedded social media experience. Its design can be appreciated by those who have nostalgia for devices with physical keyboards and compact form factors.