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To elaborate on the lagging: I will be typing and the phone will freeze up for a couple of seconds. This happens almost every time I use the keyboard. Also, when I wake my phone and slide from page to page of my apps, it will freeze up for a second or two. This, too, happens frequently. Same goes for when playing music and using any apps, particularly Maps. Besides all that, the phone is great! Lol. Seriously though, the screen is nice, the camera takes great pics and videos, and the external audio is the best I've heard on a phone.
However,after recently making the move from PC to Mac, I think I'll try an iPhone for my next upgrade.
About a month ago, maybe after an update, my main microphone stopped working. So, callers can't hear me, or I sound distant and muffled. This a known issue, though customer service at HTC notoriously denies it. HTC has ignored my queries.
One workaround is using the speaker phone, which is not always an option. Another is using a headset. These over-ride microphone set-up.
Solutions from forums suggest rooting the phone, or disabling google services. These have mixed results, and disabling google limits usability.
The "best" solution is unelegant: putting a piece of tape over the rear microphone. Supposedly, the rear microphone is there to help cancel out sound and improve call quality. While it seems like a software issue, there's no real solution as of yet.
I've also heard that m8 users have similar issues.
POSITIVES: Great display screen, I like the social / news feed built in, good amount of storage, powerful processor
NEGATIVES: Battery life limited & slow to charge, apps consistently crash or do not work, speakers are not as great as reviews make them out to be, not as user friendly as iPhone
I will convert back to the iPhone when my contract expires.
Pros:
- beautiful screen
- highest quality design/sturdy premium feel
- blazing performance
- fast, good quality camera
- all the benefits of Android and Google
Cons:
- short battery life due to components it's powering
- recessed power button difficult to press without adjusting hand position
- HTC logo where a home button should be, although relatively easy to adjust
- Sense 5 is great, but some superfluous features and slow upgrade process
Although the list of pros and cons are similar in length, the latter three bullets are easy to overcome with practice. The first con is universal among high-end smartphones, except the Droid Maxx.
If you're in the market for a well-built, high performing product, then look no further. The range of high-end devices are high and an equal argument can be made for anyone of them, but the One provides the best of all worlds and any shortcomings can be adjusted with apps in the play store and some change in smartphone habits.
Here's a breakdown of what I feel makes this phone stand out from the rest...
1. BUILD
The solid aluminum body gives this phone a premium, high-end feel superior to most of the other Android phones out there, mostly encased in plastic. The Optimus did feel more solid than the Galaxy series, and many others I've looked at, but nothing in comparison to the HTC One. The HTC and Optimus have the same 4.7"-size screen but a slimmer bezel makes the HTC One fit in the hand just a little more comfortably. All around, this feels like the most premium Android phone and closest possible competitor to the iPhone in the build quality category. In making the phone as sleek as possible, HTC chose to tuck in the power and volume rocker buttons very flush with the body. To some, this could be an annoyance as I've read that some cases make it very difficult to access those buttons, just a little warning. Regarding the choice between Silver/Black (or other colors depending on where you purchase from), I've read that black shows wear and scratches more than Silver if no case is used. I really don't think any phone should be left unprotected (especially considering the massive variety of cases for this phone) because accidents can happen and even the most well-built phones will not fare well if dropped even a short distance over a hard surface.
2. SCREEN
As mentioned, this is a 4.7" screen. It is full HD and has higher pixel density than any other device available right now (including Apple), and the display is STUNNING. The text is flawless and images are sharp and detailed with realistic colors, not oversaturated as Samsung and LG tend to be. The screen sits beneath Gorilla Glass 2, which may give you some peace of mind if dropped, but I use the same argument as above regarding protection. Screen protectors are not expensive, and for this phone are very easy to install (simple rectangle); make a simple investment to keep this amazing screen flawless.
3. SOUND
HTC advertises its "BoomSound" powered by Beats Audio and it is very impressive, even down to the slightest details like notifications and ringtones. The front-facing speakers make a big difference in giving you a more immersive experience while playing games or watching video, and the added boost translates even when using earphones (as can be tested by turning Beats Audio off/on while playing any media).
In those 3 categories, I really don't think there is a better phone out there, at least until the HTC One Max is released and mostly that will just be the "big brother" to the current model.
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CAMERA-
This is an "ultrapixel" camera, not the typical megapixel standard used by others.
I have not taken a lot of pics yet, but I can see that it does well in low light conditions and the pics I have taken look sharp. From what I've read and heard, the camera is not the strongest feature on this phone, despite impressive editing features and the Zoe software that is part of Sense but I've yet to see any shortcomings.
BATTERY LIFE-
The bulk of my usage is tied to music/apps followed by texts, then calls, and so far I can get through the day just fine. I have made a few tweaks to help it along though, such as conserving CPU power in the Power Saving mode which is always on, and turning off animations (in Developer Options/Advanced). Neither setting will cause any noticeable lag in performance.
SPECS -
Honestly, only when doing benchmark tests will you see much difference between the high end Android devices (same for Apple vs. Android), so boasting about CPU/RAM is pointless. The HTC One is incredibly fast, but to the naked eye not vastly superior to comparable devices with similar specs. Once you get past the specs and build, all that's left is the main thing that sets Android and Apple apart, the OS.
HTC uses the Sense UI to optimize the experience for their users, much like all Android phone manufacturers. Samsung uses TouchWiz and LG has the Optimus UI to add their own flavor to Android. Sense's most polarizing feature is Blinkfeed, a Flipboard-style homepage that incorporates news/weather and social media in one place for quick viewing. It cannot be fully disabled until Sense 5.5 update is released, but can be bypassed by setting another screen as the home screen if you want a more "stock" look.
In conclusion, this phone really seems to bring the very best Android has to offer across all features/specs. Love the way it feels, looks, sounds, love the processing power. It's already got the latest version of Android available now and it is RUMORED to see KitKat 4.4 before the year is over (on or around Christmas) so if you want a phone that is well made and will be future-proof, look no further!
NOTE:
For those who are coming from an Android device with the 3 touch-sensitive buttons and miss the "menu" button, fear not as you can change the behavior of the home button in settings (with 4.2 update or higher) to long-press for menu. The product details state that the Android version is 4.2 but the one I have came out of the box with 4.1.2 so you would need to install the latest update (4.3) in order to change that setting.
If you love the hardware, but just can't stand the Sense UI, you could always buy the Google Play Edition straight from Google which just has stock Android loaded on it, or root the phone and install the ROM yourself. Keep in mind that rooting your phone will void the warranty and you will not receive the over the air (OTA) updates as issued by Android, you will need to install them yourself.
I bought this phone after using an iPhone for 3 years and wanted to try a larger phone and wanted a change from the iOS operating system. I decided it was time to check out the 1080p 5 inch phone with juggernaut specs. It has an all aluminum/metal casing with an IR blaster, 4 Ultra pixel rear camera (which just means it is a 4MP camera that lets in more light) and dual front-facing Beats Audio speakers. It’s innovative, different and just an eye-pleaser. However, the inside is a problem. The Android OS is faster more than ever, but there are still huge issues, including random freezing, added skins by manufacturers, overly complicated menus and hard to find features. The new Kit Kat 4.4 OS is supposed to make the look simpler, but the problem is if you have an HTC, you have to wait until the manufacture or your cell phone provider decides to provide the update. It would be nice if it was a uniform release because I was still running on Android 4.2 and was not even given the option to upgrade to 4.3. Additionally, a big issue was the IR blaster/lock/power button that was very flush/sunk in; it is hard to reach and hard to press with your finger. I would consistently have to use the tip of my finger or finger nail to press the button, additionally, since it was so sunk in, I would have to look for the button to make sure I’m actually pressing it. The 4 MP camera provided decent pictures outside but inside it produced grainy, almost distorted pictures. It’s a great concept to have better megapixels instead of more but I think HTC compromised by not providing enough of the pixels, if it was a combination of more and better, you’d have yourself the best camera in the market.
Now the positives: It has amazing dual stereo front-facing speakers, which after listening to them you wonder why other cell-phones don’t have this convenient features that just makes sense. It’s not on the side or back so you can listen to it without having to worry about muffled sound and the Beats Audio boost actually provides a noticeable difference. The phone also has a great 1080p bright screen that’s great to watch and stream videos. The extra viewing space was a treat after transferring from a 3.5 in. iPhone screen, it was especially apparent when using apps like twitter and Facebook and browsing many websites. Finally, the phone feels great, all aluminum casing means it’s cool to the touch and will stand out. It actually makes you never want to place a cover on it.
In closing, the HTC One is One of the best feeling and looking phone I’ve ever held but unfortunately because of a hard to use and reach lock button and the software it does not provide superior functionality. I recommend it for anyone who is used to the Android brand and wants to stay in the market and is upgrading from a smaller, less powerful phone.
I am very happy with this phone. It's a nice change from an iPhone and IMO, more impressive. I recommend it for everyone aside from extremely tech impaired people.
Pros
+ Very stylish. I am split between getting a case to protect it and not getting one to show it off
+ The glass and metal back aren't prone to scratches from sliding it across flat surfaces. Also feels sturdy considering its flatness and thinness
+ The camera is awesome! Produces very clear pictures
+ Tons of customizable options
+ Love the notifications! You can customize what you'd like to be notified of and they'll all appear in a list that you access by swiping down from the top of the screen. Settings can also be accessed this way
+ 1080p screen is simply stunning
+ The speakers are very crisp for a phone, and I'm very happy that they face the front
+ The music app is wonderful and easy to use. Luckily it has a different and far more functional bar that houses tabs (genres, artists, etc) than the annoying swipe bar used in the phone app, as detailed below. Switching between Now Playing and the list of songs/genres/artists is a sinch
Cons
+ There's no button on the front of the phone to unlock it. Only power button, located on the left of the top side, will unlock the phone. It's a bit annoying for a right handed person
+ Some buttons are difficult to press accurately and I frequently miss them, even though I have small fingertips: the always-present back button on the bottom of the phone, the back button in the internet browsers, the exit/close buttons on certain apps (for instance, when I press the button to view multiple tabs open....I accurately press the close button 25% of the time)
+ Even being fairly tech-savvy, it required a good bit of research on how to customize the phone the way I like it, and still am not entirely happy with what I've got
+ A ridiculous amount of apps come standard with the phone, but they cannot be deleted. I don't use even half of them. They all go into one group labeled "Don't Use"
+ The "phone" app that you use to make calls on is really frustrating. There's a skinny bar at the top that you can swipe or touch to switch between Call History, Phone (which houses the keypad and an enormous picture with the latest call's info that you can press to dial your previous call), Favorites, Contacts, and Groups. As I'm sitting here typing, I have successfully swiped/touched to change tabs twice out of several tries
+ HTC Sync Manager couldn't be less pathetic or less helpful
The home screen app, Blink Feed, is pretty cool. I wasn't sure that I would like it at first, but it has grown on me. It allows you to set up different newsfeeds and social networking "at a glance" features. The weather widget is the standard HTC AccuWeather powered app that other HTC devices utilize. It is very nice and often imitated.
Battery life is pretty good under normal use. I would prefer that phone manufacturers return to a design that would allow for easy battery replacement, but that is a minor point.
This phone is not upgradable in storage either. There is no SD slot which I would also appreciate. Still, the 32gb (~25 usable) on board is sufficient.
PROS: Beautiful design and form factor. Top notch response and screen. Best sound ever.
CONS: Camera is so-so. No removable memory or battery.
CONCLUSION: This is possibly the best HTC offering since the EVO. Well worth your consideration.
Amazon forwarded me to HTC customer care.
Talking to HTC customer care, will update the review after that.
Update 1:
Call with HTC customer care
Did a hard factory reset through recovery mode.
Went through self device test by dialing *#*#3424#*#* It will take you to list of self tests you can do. I did audio test and it passed OK. Then the customer care person called on my HTC One, he didn't hear a thing.
Finally he offered 3 options
1. a repair with in 10 days (no replacement phone till then and I pay shipping)
2. Send me a replacement phone with overnight shipping $29.00 and $599.00 hold on credit card. I pay shipping and HTC will remove the hold after receiving the defecting phone back
3. Send me the replacement phone at a new cost.
I choose 2nd option and waiting for email from HTC with instructions.
Will update what happened.
Issues:
1. The camera which is a major selling point of the phone is sub-par in many situations, but most of all in low light settings. The outside of the image is all tinted a bright color purple. Changing the white balance and other settings doesn't help, and many people have exchanged the hardware only to find their new phone has the purple camera issue as well. Unfortunately, I didn't realize the issue in time to send it back within the 14 day window. Either way I'm considering another phone because of it.
2. I got spoiled by the flexibility of the launcher on the Epic which I converted to Cyanogenmod. The stock launcher with Sense is very nice to look at, but little things like not being able to choose whether to display the text under the icons, or choose icon size or grid size beyond a grid that just looks spaced out too far really bug me. The flexibility exists within the OS, they just chose not to let us use it?
But the worst thing about it is that, this phone is a refurbished phone but it does not say so in the description. The battery life of this phone was depleted before I purchased it & now it is having the SAME issue my previous HTC One has.
If anything, I was duped into buying this phone under the assumption the battery would last more than 10 months & that it would not be a refurbished phone.
The dual sim feature was very important for me to keep work and private life separated.
The package arrived very soon at my place but unfortunately I had to pay another €50 for the customs because the item is shipped from China.
The phone is already rooted but if you don't speak Chinese you still have some work to do because the Blinkfeed feature is only in Chinese.( My advice is to install apex launcher and deactivate the English services)
I have this phone now almost 1 month and I am really happy with this phone. The transport speed was amazing and the phone itself has in my opinion almost no cons. (Brilliant screen, amazing sound , very fast , good connectivity )
The only con I can think off is the lack of LTE support.
But my overall impression is fantastic about this item.
For starters the HTC Synch Manager does not work. You connect your HTC One to PC and it shows a message that you need to accept an agreement but there is no agreement window. You do everything possible on your pc including dissable antivirus, firewall, etc...still. So if they have not figured out such a common issue...you can only imagine the rest.







