HTC U11 is a new high-end smartphone that looks to leave you awed by its look and performance. The HTC U11 is superlative in virtually every respect you can think of. The amazing device features a Quad HD display, an octa-core processor by Qualcomm, 4GB RAM or 6GB RAM, and an Edge Sense functionality that lets you perform a variety of functions more easily.
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HTC U11 Key Specs & Features
- 5.5-inch Super LCD5 Display, 1440 x 2560 pixels 534ppi)
- Octa-core Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 CPU with 4GB/6GB RAM
- Android 7.0 (Nougat), HTC Sense
- 64GB/128GB Storage with support for memory card up to 256GB
- 12MP Rear Camera and 8MP Front Camera
- 4G LTE (up to 1024Mbps)
- Fingerprint Sensor (Front)
- 3000 mAh Battery with Fast Charging
Design
HTC U11 features a stylish, curvy look. HTC describes it as being ‘symmetrically slim,’ thanks to 3D glass on both the front and back. The 3D liquid glass surface is the result of a process described as Optical Spectrum Hybrid Deposition. Highly-refractive materials on the rear display a variety of colour when exposed to light.
The 5.5-inch Super LCD 5 display should treat your eyes to captivating images with a Quad HD resolution. It enjoys protection of 3D Corning Gorilla Glass 5.
Camera
This is a high point of the HTC U11. It brings along a 12-megapixel HTC UltraPixel 3 camera. This shooter looks ready to deliver professional-grade photography. It has the highest DxOMark score of 90, according to HTC, making it the best ever smartphone camera.
Available features include UltraSpeed Autofocus, Auto HDR, OIS and BSI sensor. HTC U11 features 16-megapixel front shooter with BSI and other selfie-boosting features.
Hardware and Software
The HTC U11 as would be expected brings along great hardware for enjoyable performance. It is powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 835. This 64-bit CPU delivers speeds of up to 2.45 GHz.
It receives ample support from RAM of 4GB. As for storage, you get an abundant 64 GB. You are free to extend storage if you are not satisfied with that already provided. The HTC U11 boots Android 7.1 Nougat with HTC Sense skin.
Other Specs and Features
An Edge Sense technology lets you activate features and perform functions by merely squeezing the phone. A respectable 3,000mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0 support takes care of juice supply. The HTC U11 comes with a variety of sensors, including a fingerprint sensor. It has a DisplayPort, a USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C port and is Cat 16 LTE ready (1024 Mbps) with 4×4 MIMO.
HTC U11 supports LTE globally including in the United States. In Nigeria, the HTC U11 supports LTE on MTN, Glo Mobile, Etisalat, NTel, Smile, and InterC
Pricing and availability
HTC U11 is not yet officially available in Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya. We currently have no data on pricing and availability for Nigeria, Ghana, or Kenya. When available, HTC U11 Price in Nigeria is expected to range from 250,000 Naira to 350,000 Naira at launch.
HTC U11 Specs
Here are a few specs of the HTC U11:
General Features
- Platform: Android 7.0 (Nougat), HTC Sense UI
- Processor: Octa-core Processor: 2.45GHz quad-core & 1.9GHz quad-core (Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835)
- GPU: Adreno 540
- Memory: 4GB RAM or 6GB RAM
- Colours: Amazing Silver, Sapphire Blue, Brilliant Black, Ice White, Solar Red
- Dimension: 153.9 x 75.9 x 7.9 mm
- Weight: 169 g
- SIM Type: Nano-SIM
- SIM Count: Dual-SIM or Single SIM
Display
- Display: 5.5-inch Super LCD5 Display, 1440 x 2560 pixels (534ppi)
- Screen Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Camera
- Rear Camera: 12 MP Camera, 2160p ultra HD 4K Video @ 30 fps, 1080p HD Video 30fps to 120fps
- Rear Camera Features: dual-LED Flash, HDR, PDAF Autofocus, OIS, Geo-tagging, Face Detection, Panorama
- Front Camera: 16 MP Camera
Storage
- Built-in Storage: 64GB or 128GB
- Memory Card Support: Yes, up to 256GB Storage (requires SIM2 slot for dual-SIM models and a dedicated slot for single SIM models)
- Bundled Cloud Storage: Yes (100GB Google Drive)
Network Support
- 2G GSM: 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900MHz
- 2G CDMA 1X: No
- 3G WCDMA: 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100MHz
- 3G CDMA EVDO: No
- 4G LTE: Yes, LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 12(700), 17(700), 20(800), 28(700), 32(1500), 38(2600), 39(1900), 40(2300), 41(2500) – [HTC U11 Global model], LTE band 1(2100), 2(1900), 3(1800), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 12(700), 13(700), 17(700), 20(800), 25(1900), 26(850), 28(700), 41(2500), 66(1700/2100) – [HTC U11 USA model]
Internet & Connectivity
- GPRS: Yes, up to 48kbps
- EDGE: Yes
- 3G/WCDMA/HSPA: Yes, up to 21Mbps
- HSPA+: Yes, up to 42Mbps
- CDMA EVDO: No
- 4G LTE: Yes, up to 1024Mbps (1Tbps)
- WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Dual-Band, Wi-Fi Direct
- Wi-Fi Hotspot: Yes
- Bluetooth: Yes, Bluetooth 4.2 with A2DP, LE
- NFC: Yes
- Infrared Blaster: No
- USB Port: Yes, USB Type C (USB 3.1)
Messaging
- SMS/MMS: Yes
- Instant Messaging: Yes
- Push Emails: Yes
- Email Protocol: IMAP4, POP3, SMTP
Entertainment
- Music Player: Yes, mp3, WAV, FLAC, eACC+
- Video Player: Yes, MPEG4, H.263, H.264, XviD
- FM Radio: No
- Loudspeaker: Yes (Stereo)
- 3.5mm Jack: No
Navigation
- Navigation: Yes, GPS with A-GPS, GLONASS
- Maps: Yes, Google Maps
Sensors & Control
- Digital Compass: Yes
- Accelerometer: Yes
- Proximity Sensor: Yes
- Light Sensor: Yes
- Barometer: No
- Pedometer: –
- Heart Rate Monitor: No
- Gyroscope: Yes
- Fingerprint Scanner: Yes (Front)
- Iris Scanner: No
- Intelligent Digital Assistant: Yes
- Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: Yes
- Voice Control: Yes
Other Features
- Video Streaming: Yes
- Active Noise Cancellation: Yes (with dedicated mic)
- Built-in Mobile Payment: –
- Wireless Charging: No
- Water Resistant: No
- Dust Resistant: No
- Image Editor: Yes
- Video Editor: Yes
- Document Viewer: Yes
- Document Editor: No (download at store)
Battery
- Battery: 3000 mAh Li-ion Battery (non-removable)
- Talktime: up to 24.5 hours
- Standby Time: up to 336 hours
- Fast Charging: Yes (Quick Charge 3.0)
