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Specifications
• Network: Over 155 carriers globally
• OS: Android 4.1 with Sense (4.2 coming soon)
• CPU: 1.7 GHz quad-core Snapdragon 600
• Screen: 4.7-inch 1920x1080 Super LCD 3 (469 PPI)
• RAM: 2GB
• Storage: 32GB or 64GB
• Camera: 4MP rear ("UltraPixel")/ 2.1MP front
• Battery: 2300 mAh Li-Ion
• Price: $199.99 (32Gb) or $299.99 (64GB)
What are the reviewers saying?
"The HTC One is the first smartphone in a long time that we’ve been drop dead excited to use every single
day during the review period. We’re still in love with it and carrying it day-to-day, because it offers so many
features that can’t be found in any other product on the market right now. From the stellar camera and its
highlight reels to the aluminum body and stellar screen, the HTC One offers a truly first-class experience.
HTC didn’t only hit this thing out of the park, it hit it into orbit, where it will aggressively compete with
Samsung’s Galaxy S4. It’s so close to perfect we’re awarding it a well-deserved 9.5 / 10 and an editor’s choice."
TechnoBuffalo
"The first time you see the One, there's a "Whoa..." moment. And after you hold it, and use it,
that astonishment bleeds into awe. The One commands respect. From a hardware design
perspective, this phone is unparalleled. It was machined from a solid block on aluminum, each piece
taking 200 minutes to carve out. It's pretty light (5.04 ounces) and thin (0.36 inches) but it feels rock solid."
Gizmodo
"The One camera truly outshines almost everything else in low-light situations. It usually produces
better shots at night than the Nokia Lumia 920, and comes in second only to the current imaging king,
the Nokia 808 PureView. We were amazed by how much errant light it picked up; the One could snag
perfectly usable shots on pitch-black streets, and the OIS worked like a charm. The only time noise
actually became a problem was in extremely dark scenarios, but otherwise we were quite impressed
by how clear most of the images came out. We were blown away by how much light the One camera
was able to grab at night."
Engadget
"But more interesting than all of that is that BlinkFeed actually works much better than we thought
it would. In the few days we had between turning on the phone and it becoming part of the daily
routine, we found that time and again we returned to the feed to just get a feel for what's going on rather
than opening the specific Flipboard, Facebook or Twitter apps themselves. We particularly like the fact that
tapping an article will show the picture and text in a reader-style mode, without the need to open the browser."
Techradar
"One of the reasons the calling sounds so good is down to the attention lavished on the HTC One
speakers. Going under the somewhat cringe-worthy name BoomSound, you have two forward-facing
speakers that offer really good performance. Gone are the days of tinny smartphone audio, the HTC One
really performs in this area. The speakers not only offer great volume, but the stereo effect is also
commendable. You get the sort of separation you want for watching videos or playing games: firing-up
a movie on Netflix or playing a game like Real Racing 3, with its thumping soundtrack, the audio is
really impressive, easy outclassing other smartphones."
Pocket-Lint
"With the HTC One we can safely say that the company meets the expectations. The device features
a 4.7 inches Super LCD 3 display with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels. The screen is extremely
detailed, sharp, and for the tech geeks - pixel density comes at the whopping 468ppi. Colors are stunning,
they just out at you with deep blacks, vivid reds and blues, and a great contrast. Viewing angles are also
amazing."
Phone Arena
"The HTC One is the first smartphone in a long time that we’ve been drop dead excited to use every single
day during the review period. We’re still in love with it and carrying it day-to-day, because it offers so many
features that can’t be found in any other product on the market right now. From the stellar camera and its
highlight reels to the aluminum body and stellar screen, the HTC One offers a truly first-class experience.
HTC didn’t only hit this thing out of the park, it hit it into orbit, where it will aggressively compete with
Samsung’s Galaxy S4. It’s so close to perfect we’re awarding it a well-deserved 9.5 / 10 and an editor’s choice."
TechnoBuffalo
"The first time you see the One, there's a "Whoa..." moment. And after you hold it, and use it,
that astonishment bleeds into awe. The One commands respect. From a hardware design
perspective, this phone is unparalleled. It was machined from a solid block on aluminum, each piece
taking 200 minutes to carve out. It's pretty light (5.04 ounces) and thin (0.36 inches) but it feels rock solid."
Gizmodo
"The One camera truly outshines almost everything else in low-light situations. It usually produces
better shots at night than the Nokia Lumia 920, and comes in second only to the current imaging king,
the Nokia 808 PureView. We were amazed by how much errant light it picked up; the One could snag
perfectly usable shots on pitch-black streets, and the OIS worked like a charm. The only time noise
actually became a problem was in extremely dark scenarios, but otherwise we were quite impressed
by how clear most of the images came out. We were blown away by how much light the One camera
was able to grab at night."
Engadget
"But more interesting than all of that is that BlinkFeed actually works much better than we thought
it would. In the few days we had between turning on the phone and it becoming part of the daily
routine, we found that time and again we returned to the feed to just get a feel for what's going on rather
than opening the specific Flipboard, Facebook or Twitter apps themselves. We particularly like the fact that
tapping an article will show the picture and text in a reader-style mode, without the need to open the browser."
Techradar
"One of the reasons the calling sounds so good is down to the attention lavished on the HTC One
speakers. Going under the somewhat cringe-worthy name BoomSound, you have two forward-facing
speakers that offer really good performance. Gone are the days of tinny smartphone audio, the HTC One
really performs in this area. The speakers not only offer great volume, but the stereo effect is also
commendable. You get the sort of separation you want for watching videos or playing games: firing-up
a movie on Netflix or playing a game like Real Racing 3, with its thumping soundtrack, the audio is
really impressive, easy outclassing other smartphones."
Pocket-Lint
"With the HTC One we can safely say that the company meets the expectations. The device features
a 4.7 inches Super LCD 3 display with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels. The screen is extremely
detailed, sharp, and for the tech geeks - pixel density comes at the whopping 468ppi. Colors are stunning,
they just out at you with deep blacks, vivid reds and blues, and a great contrast. Viewing angles are also
amazing."
Phone Arena
Interface
Blinkfeed
Camera Comparisons
This is shot using the LG Optimus Pro, 10 MP
HTC One
Dark shot with Galaxy S3
Same shot with HTC One
Samsung Galaxy S3
HTC One
You can fix the exposure levels using an on-screen tap; here the rail is in focus.
And here, the distance. The contrast is impressive.
When can I get one?
HTC has said the One will be released worldwide sometime in April 2013.
Which carriers will have it?
The specific carriers aren't mentioned worldwide, but expect the major ones in each region.
Extensive camera comparison by TechnoBuffalo: http://www.technobuffalo.com/2013/03/12/htc-one-vs-latest-smartphones-camera-comparison/
Reviews
Engadget
TechRadar
The Verge
Gizmodo
Phone Arena
Pocket-Lint
CNET
