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HTC One X+ review

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8.6/10
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The HTC One X+ currently has an Informr score of 8.6 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 25 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.

A mid-year refresh of the One X, the HTC One X+ is a handsome, capable device and another testament to HTC’s knack for industrial design.

It went through some minor aesthetic changes but the main improvements lie in updated specifications including a more powerful processor, a bigger battery, and much larger storage capacity.

Overall, the X+ kept everything good about the original and then improved on some of its weaknesses. Reviewers call it the "HTC One X...and more".

One of this phone's main selling points is the updated Tegra 3 processor which now runs at a faster 1.7 GHz compared to the old 1.5 GHz. Although powerful, it doesn’t bring enough to the table to attract people who already own a Tegra 3 device, much less the HTC One X. As Jamie Condliffe of Gizmodo said, it's “Basically the Same Awesome Phone”.

If you already own an HTC One X, there's nothing really groundbreaking that would warrant an upgrade. If you're a new smartphone buyer, this is definitely a solid product and very much worthy of your consideration. Just keep in mind its predecessor is nearly as capable, but at a cheaper price.

The Good: More storage, power and battery than its predecessor, the HTC One.

The Bad: A paltry 1GB of RAM, non-removable battery and no memory expansion.


Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
1.7 GHz
Processor
Processor
1.7 GHz
4.7"
Screen Size
Screen Size
4.7"
8+ MP
Camera
Camera
8+ MP
2100 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


HTC Source
HTC Source

Our time with the HTC One X+ was limited to a mere three weeks, but that was more than enough time to convince us that it’s one of the best Android phones currently on the market. The phone comes equipped with enough storage for the biggest media junkies around and the performance of the Nvidi...

- Nick Gray, HTC Source
DroidDog
DroidDog

The HTC One X+ is a fantastic device. The display is beautiful. The design is beautiful. HTC’s widgets are beautiful. Outside of gaming, the device doesn’t lag. If you’re looking for a device that does what it’s told, this device will obey and will do it quickly. If you’re a gamer and don’t plan to...

- Brooks Barnard, DroidDog
TrustedReviews
TrustedReviews

The HTC One X+ really is a top class high-end Android phone. It looks great, has bags of power and is rammed full of useful tweaks and features. If you're looking for a strong alternative to the Galaxy S3, then the One X+ is the phone to go for.

- Niall Magennis, TrustedReviews
Digital Trends
Digital Trends

The One X+ is just about the best phone on AT&T right now. When it comes to specs, it outshines the competition, and in almost every way, it’s the best value you can get for your $200 (with a two-year contract). The battery life isn’t impressive and the design of HTC’s interface is beginning to show...

- Jeffrey Van Camp, Digital Trends
IntoMobile
IntoMobile

The HTC One X plus is one hell of a phone, but it might not be for everyone. This isn't to say this is a bad phone in any way, as it has the guts to take on many of the big dogs and most certainly will. If you're thinking about upgrading to the One X+, you might want to look at the phone in your poc...

- Blake Stimac, IntoMobile


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HTC backs up the One X+ with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


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Screen Size
4.7"

The HTC One X+'s screen size is 4.7 inches with 720 x 1280 pixels resolution.

Processor
1.7 GHz

There is a NVIDIA Tegra 3 AP37 Quad-core 1.7 GHz processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean operating system (OS).

Camera
8+ MP

You can take photos with the phone's onboard 8+ MP camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera with 1+ megapixels resolution.

Storage
64 GB

Internal memory is 64 GB. No external card slot is available for expansion.

Battery
2100mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 2100 mAh battery. HTC's performance ratings are 811 minutes, 476 minutes Wi-Fi surfing.

One X+ Specs

Overview
Release Date November 16, 2012
Regions Available USA, Canada, United Kingdom
Operating System Android 4.1 Jelly Bean

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Processor NVIDIA Tegra 3 AP37 Quad-core 1.7 GHz
Internal Storage 64 GB
RAM 1 GB
Hearing Aid Compatible Yes
TTY/TDD Yes
Noise Cancellation Yes
SAR Head: 0.9 W/kg
Body: 1.12 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSPA+, LTE
Mobile / Cellular Data
4G/LTE
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling Unknown
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) Unknown
SIM card size
Micro-SIM
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support No
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared No
Bluetooth 4.0
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC, aptX
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot Yes
Memory Expansion Slot No
NFC Yes
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
8+ Megapixels
Zoom
Yes
Flash
Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
Auto focus, Effects, Geotagging, ISO, Multi-shot, Panorama, Scenes, HDR
Video Recording Formats
3GP / 3GPP, 3G2 / 3GPP2, MPEG-4, WMV, AVI
Video Recording Parameters
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels)
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
1+ Megapixels
Additional Front Camera Info
Self-portrait
Video Recording Parameters
HD (1280 x 720 pixels)
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution 720 x 1280 pixels
Pixel Density 312 pixels
Size 4.7 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Multi-Touch Yes
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features Capacitive touch screen
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 2100 mAh
Removable Battery No
Wireless Charging No
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Up to 491 minutes
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Up to 476 minutes
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 811 minutes
Standby Time Up to 15 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Material Plastic
Colors Black
Dimensions [H x W x D] 13.5 x 7 x 0.9 cm (5.3 x 2.8 x 0.4 in)
Weight 129 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers Yes
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key No
Home Key Yes
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
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Additional Information Messaging: SMS, MMS, Google Talk
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Wallpapers
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Zoom / Magnification: Yes
Screen Orientation Lock: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: Yes
Voicemail Key: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact: Email address, Other fields
Contact Groups: Yes
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, SMTP, Microsoft Exchange
PC Synchronization: Yes
TV Out Info: HDMI
DLNA Support: Yes
Audio Formats: AAC, AMR, MIDI, MP3, M4A, OGG, WMA, WAV
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, 3G2 / 3GPP2, AVI, MPEG-4, WMV
Streaming Video: Yes
Custom Ringtones: Yes
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Haptic Feedback: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Mobile Hotspot: Yes
Radio: Yes (FM)
Viewable document types: XLS, PPT, PPTX, DOC, DOCX, PDF, TXT
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable, Pre-installed
Included Software / Apps: -
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Stop Watch, Timer, Calculator, Weather, Maps, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): HTC Evitaire, HTC Endeavor C2
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