does anyone know if tmobile or any US carries will have the phone or is an unlocked gray market phone the only option?

so i take it this is a replacement for the S710?

looks nice

Today HTC officially released the S730!

Here's some of it's neat features:

• Instant access to Outlook® email, calendar, contacts and more with Windows Mobile® 6
• Compact with auto-slide QWERTY full keyboard for easier typing
• See key information at a glance with Live HTC Home™
• Large 2.4” QVGA TFT LCD backlit screen
• Enjoy super-fast always-on connectivity

Combining functionality with a compact, stylish design, the HTC S730 keeps you in touch and productive while on the road. Much more than just a phone, its powerful features make light work of email, web and calls.

With the complete suite of Microsoft® Office Mobile applications you can open and edit documents while on the move, and the compact phone slides to reveal a full QWERTY keyboard, enabling fast typing and dialling.

Important information is just a glance away with the Live HTC Home™ screen, giving you an instant view of email, calendar, messages, missed calls and more. With email directly to your phone, super-fast internet access, and a full range of connectivity options, you can be sure to be kept in touch no matter where you are in the world.

HTC: Products: HTC S730