HTC’s forthcoming handset, named Iolite, has been leaked, by UK online retailer, Expansys. Much like with all recent handsets from HTC, there’s a large touchscreen, the Windows Mobile 6.1 OS, as well as HTC’s proprietary TouchFLO 3D UI, which sits atop Windows Mobile 6.1.

Currently, there is no official word on pricing, or release of the Iolite, but, should you so wish, you can subscribe to e-mail updates, regarding the Iolite, from Expansys. Technical specifications of the Iolite are as follows:

• Connectivity: Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz, 3G HSDPA/HSUPA: 900/2100 MHz
• Display: 2.8″ touchscreen, QWVGA resolution
• Camera: 3.2 megapixels
• Memory: 512 MB ROM, 288 MB RAM, MicroSD expansion slot
• Processor: Qualcomm® MSM7225™, 528 MHz
• Operating System: Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional
• Extras: TouchFLO 3D UI, A-GPS, GPS, Bluetooth and Mini USB 2.0 connectivity, Wi-Fi B/G
• Battery capacity: 1100 mAh
• Dimensions: 102 mm x 53.5 mm x 14.5 mm
• Weight: 103 grams, including battery