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HTC's newest phones are gorgeous and affordable, but have one big catch

Jeff DunnSep 20, 2016, 20:16 IST

HTCThe HTC Desire 10 Pro.After five straight quarters without posting a profit, it's safe to say HTC isn't thriving.

Particularly with phones - the company's longtime bread and butter - it's watched Apple and Samsung retain their vise grip on the premium side of the market, and its own HTC 10 has struggled to gain any sort of traction.

On Tuesday, though, the Taiwanese manufacturer released its latest stab at winning over the mid-range crowd, at least in Europe: the Desire 10 Pro, and the Desire 10 Lifestyle.

While the two devices aim to bring higher-end designs at fairly affordable prices, a glance at their spec sheets seems to suggest some compromises. Let's take a closer look: