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April 2013
(88%)
1017 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(70%)
2 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Highperforming phones
New 4 Ultrapixel camera technology
High quality stereo speakers combined with Beats Audio
HTC Sense 5
Stylish with very solid build quality
Connectivity is key
Lower noise at higher ISO settings than some key competitors
Fun filters on board
Fast burst shooting and best shot mode
Quick to share direct from phone
HTC Zoe (zoetrope) capture and gallery playback is fun
Some manual control
1080p display
Metal frame is sturdy and luxurious
Extremely powerful
Attractive interface
Elegant design
Quality manufacturing
Overall responsiveness
Superb display
Sense 5 looks good AND is practical
Good sound
High volume
Camera works well in low lighting and for social networking
Gets great connection and WiFi
Fast GPS fixing
Great screen
Attractive and well-built design
Ultra-fast
BlinkFeed is useful
BoomSound boost for films and music
Desirable design
Featurepacked snapper
Lots of power.
Great design
Sleek Sense
Innovative camera
Great design & build quality
Ultrapixel camera
Stunning screen
We always thought that HTC’s One X was cruelly overlooked - its beautiful curved unibody was far better looking than the cheapish Samsung Galaxy S3. HTC’s designers have excelled themselves again this year
The HTC One is gorgeous. A lovingly crafted metal slab almost identical in size to its predecessor
It’s cool to the touch
Rock solid
And lies smoothly on a tablet
Since the camera doesn’t
Display
Power
Design and build
Sense 5 alterations
Zoe camera
Summary videos
Live Gallery
Sound performance
Exceptional hardware
Recordbreaking speed
Stunning 1080p screen
Slick Sense 5 software
Well-built
Powerful
Great sound
Intuitive user interface
Nice screen
Stunningly highresolution screen
Impressive camera
Neat HTC Android overlay.
It's a looker
Eye-lickingly great screen
Universal remote control
Class leading design
Class leading screen
Class leading power
Innovative interface
HD and BoomSound great for movies and music Sleek
Desirable metal design Smart
Featurepacked camera Packs plenty of power
Full 1080p HD screen
Very fast processor
Solid build quality
HTC Sense 5.0
Excellent build and ergonomics
Fab screen
Sense 5 is visually slick
Great performance
Great build
Superb screen
Very capable processor
Exceptional build quality
Striking visage
Decent performance
Innovative camera feature
The editors didn't like
It's a tradeoff between design
Price or performance
Battery life
Easily scratched aluminium casing
The HTC One side-by-side with its predecessor the One X. The difference in design is striking
Design
My first impression on picking up the HTC One was that it feels sleek and sturdy. The aluminium casing
Low resolution
3
2 shots are 3MP
Underexposure common
Digital zoom results
Detail lacks
Soft edges
Camera lens easily smears from handling
Adjustment options slow to access
No physical shutter button
Holding as a camera tricky due to trim body
W
Black paintwork picks up scuffs incredibly easily
BlinkFeed can't be removed
No immediate way to customise menus
No expandable storage or removable battery
Camera doesn't impress
The UltraPixel sensor just can't compete
Battery life could be higher
Heats up when web browsing and gaming
Touchsensitive buttons can be confusing
There's still room to make the body more compact
Nonexpandable memory
Battery isn't great
Camera image quality doesn't match HTC's claims
BlinkFeed needs some tweaking.
No memory card slot
Zoes fill up storage
Alarm too simple
BlinkFeed limitations
All Android keyboards
Gets warm from heavy usage
As cool as the HTC One looks
There are a few design flaws its creators should be kicking themselves over. HTC’s decision to remove one of the standard control buttons (the multi-tasking tab) to make way for its logo below the screen is an odd one that’ll surprise longtime Android users - instead
You double tap the home button to switch apps.This
You get used to. More frustrating is HTC’s decis
No storage expansion
Camera suffers from noise
Blink Feed won't be for everyone
Camera could be better
BlinkFeed needs work
No memory slot
Battery life is unexceptional and the aluminium casing can be slippy in the hand
Stellar Design, Good Battery Life, Great Performance, HTC Sense 5, Great front-facing speakers
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The HTC One is the best built Android smartphone we've used, and with HTC Sense 5 on board it delivers an equally well-tuned software experience. The HTC One doesn't offer all the flashy features of the Samsung Galaxy S4 and the smaller screen are turn of...
I mentioned in the beginning that I'm torn on the HTC One. And after running through that entire review of mostly positive things with a few nitpicked quirks here and there, you are probably confused. Rightfully so. It's an amazing phone. The hardware i...
Published: 2013-04-17, Author: Russell , review by: Geek.com
Abstract: HTC has a serious chip on its shoulder, and the company is bragging all around town that the One is everything your phone isn't. After spending some time with HTC's flagship Android phone, I can say for sure that there are a few key areas where the HTC On...
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Published: 2013-04-17, Author: Kai , review by: zdnet.com
Abstract: The HTC One has a beautiful design, a quality feel and an excellent 4.7-inch display. If you're looking for an Android smartphone and are willing to part with £529.99 (inc. VAT; £441.66 ex. VAT), it's well worth considering.But what about performance? Tha...
HTC is seeking to differentiate the One from rival handsets through its metal construction, UltraPixel camera and distinctive looks. It’s unquestionably a strong performer, with an amazing screen, quadcore speed and high quality audio. But as its relea...
If you made it through this review not thinking that I love this phone, read it again. I love this phone. I really, really do. I am probably going to go buy one (pun absolutely intended). It's easily the best Android phone made to date. Not just becaus...
Abstract: HTC One: The one According to both IT experts and market analytics, HTC has been on unstable ground for a while now, feverishly trying to keep its balance and restore the global reputation it enjoyed until only a few years back. In terms of both total ...
Abstract: Since the Samsung Galaxy S4 finally landed at our office several weeks ago, we've been having quite a lot of fun with it. First we gave it a full-blown review treatment and then we compared it to some of the smartphones it will be going toe to toe aga...
Abstract: When you evaluate enough mobile technology, one thing becomes painfully clear: Device quality and commercial success don't always go hand in hand. Just look at HTC: The company's One X and One S were among the finest phones of 2012, but both suffered f...
Abstract: HTC's just-released Android smartphone, the HTC One, offers high-quality hardware, an outstanding camera and stunning design. But the device isn't without its drawbacks.When you evaluate enough mobile technology, one thing becomes painfully clear: Device ...
