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Brace yourself! The HTC U12 Plus release date has already been decided! According to our source, this device with 6GB RAM and 3420mAh is coming on May 23! Keep reading for more details!

HTC U12 Plus to come with 6GB RAM and Dual Cam

It seems like there are many high profile launches happen in May. For starter, the LG G7 ThinQ was launched on the 2nd of May while the OnePlus 6 will hit the market on the 16th in London. Now, HTC has announced that it will debut a new smartphone on the 23rd of May. And that device is no other than the HTC U12 Plus. As seen in the teaser photo, it shows the upcoming handset stripped to its bare bones.

While companies usually resort to showing glimpses of the smartphone design, HTC has gone for something different. “A phone that is more than the sum of its specs,” this caption is probably a cliched tagline or a hint at the name of the smartphone. Recently, we have seen leaks of the HTC U12 Plus, suggesting that the company might launch the U12 Plus instead of the brother U12.

In case you forgot what it looks like, we are here to remind you. In details, HTC U12 Plus specs pack a 6-inch LCD with the resolution of 2960 x 1440 pixels. Also, it runs on Android Oreo and Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor at the core. Besides, the device comes with 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM (expand to 400GB). Regarding the optics, HTC U12 Plus camera features dual 16MP + 12MP snapper on the back along with a double 8MP selfie shooters. Lastly, the handset bears a 3420 mAh Li-ion battery.

HTC U12 Plus release date and price

As mentioned above, the HTC U12 Plus release date is on May 23. The launch of the U12 Plus is a few days away and as we move closer to the release date, more details about it are expected to be leaked. We will keep you updated with all the news about it. As for the cost, HTC U12 Plus price starts at $969 ~ Rs. 62, 999.

Here comes the fight between Samsung Galaxy Note 9 vs HTC U12 Plus running today with massive 8GB RAM and 3950mAh. Find out the winner below!

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 vs HTC U12 Plus battle

Out of the two, HTC U12 Plus is the successor of the HTC U11 with the stunning appearance. Whereas, Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is the next monster to arrive in the market. On the other hand, Samsung Galaxy Note 9 specs include a more extensive 6.5-inch Super AMOLED screen with 2560 x 1440 pixels. HTC U12 Plus specs pack a 6-inch LCD with the resolution of 1440 x 2880 pixels. Since both runs on Android Oreo 8.0, Samsung device is the better option with a bigger screen.

Also, the Galaxy Note 9 runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 or Exynos 9610, HTC U12 Plus runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor. Besides, HTC U12 Plus device comes with 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM (expand to 400GB). Meanwhile, Samsung Galaxy Note 9 sports 6GB/8GB RAM with 128GB of internal storage (expandable to 512GB). As a result, Samsung handset is ahead thanks to bigger RAM and storage.

Regarding the optics, HTC U12 Plus camera features dual 16MP + 12MP snapper on the back with a double 8MP selfie shooter. Whereas, the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 camera features a dual 12MP snapper on the back and another 8MP selfie shooter. HTC finally wins its first point. Lastly, the Galaxy Note 9 packs a 3950mAh battery box, and HTC U12 Plus battery houses a 3930mAh capacity. Sorry HTC but Samsung seems to dominate this entire match!

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 vs HTC U12 Plus release dates and price

Between the two, Samsung Galaxy Note 9 release date falls approximately around September 2018. Besides, HTC U12 Plus is coming in the second quarter of 2018.As for the cost, Samsung Galaxy Note 9 price starts at $1,247 ~ Rs. 80, 000 while HTC U12 Plus price starts at $969 ~ Rs. 62, 999. In conclusion, we suggest you save $100 more to purchase the Samsung handset since it’s a way better device compared to the HTC.

After the HTC Touch Diamond and Touch Diamond 2, HTC Touch Diamond 3 will be the next work of art by the company. The phone is the return of the Prettiest Phone Ever. Read for more details right below!

HTC Touch Diamond 3 Specs: 8GB RAM, Snapdragon 835!

The previous device belonging to the Touch Diamond series was in 2009 and HTC lovers are still longing for its return. Recently, some of our sources show that the company is planning on the Touch Diamond 3. For HTC Touch Diamond 3 specs, it is likely to feature a backside shaped like a series of pyramids and diamonds. Moreover, created by Toooajk Ma, the phone is going to be the “smallest high-end smartphone in the world” as HTC planned.

On top of that, the phone sports a 5.5-inch Super LCD6 capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 1440 x 2960 pixels. In addition, this HTC phone offers 8 GB RAM coming with 128GB of internal storage. Besides, the storage is expandable up to 400GB via microSD. Concerning HTC Touch Diamond 3 camera, it may sport a dual 12MP + 12MP camera system on the back, coming with a dual 8MP+8MP front shooter for selfies. This will satisfy users with the interest in taking selfies.

For the chipset, it could run on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835. Concerning HTC Touch Diamond 3 battery, the new phone may possess a non-removable Li-Ion 3930 mAh juice box. Finally, one more upgrade in this phone is that it runs on Android 8.1 pre-installed operating system.

HTC Touch Diamond 3 release date and price

There has been yet any information related to HTC Touch Diamond 3 release date. However, we expect that it will launch at the end of 2018. Meanwhile, HTC Touch Diamond 3 price tag fall around Rs. 56,999 ~ $877. Is this smartphone what you are looking for? Drop a comment below to share with us your ideas and stay tuned.

Today, we have finally got more information from the HTC U12 Plus renders. Notably, the HTC phone features a quad-camera setup with 6GB RAM and more! Scroll down to check it out!

HTC U12 Plus renders show quad-camera system, 6GB RAM!

After the HTC U11 and U11 Plus, many fans are now waiting for the next premium phone from this Taiwanese brand. Today, we finally receive more information about the upcoming U12 handset through Yahoo! Taiwan. Particularly, HTC U12 Plus renders now reveal the handset’s design front and back. Notably, the HTC flagship sports a bezel-less display on the front with thin frames. Furthermore, HTC is going to implement the symmetrical design, similar to Samsung Galaxy S9 Infinity Display.

However, the most significant improvement in the HTC U12 Plus handset must be the new photography system. The HTC U12 Plus camera system sports a dual 12 MP (f/1.6) + 16 MP rear snapper. Additionally, there is also another dual 8 MP (f/2.0, 1080p, HDR, panorama) selfie lens. In terms of the display, HTC U12 Plus specs sport a 6.0-inch Super LCD6 capacitive touchscreen (1440 x 2880 pixels). Under the hood, the HTC handset runs on a Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 chipset.

In terms of the storage, the HTC smartphone arrives with 6GB RAM and two ROM options: 64GB or 128GB. Additionally, there is also an expandable memory up to 256GB. Regarding the operating system, the U12 Plus is going to run on the latest Android 8.1 Oreo. How about the battery box? The HTC U12 Plus rocks a non-removable Li-Ion 3930mAh juice box. On another hand, HTC U12 Plus renders show that this HTC phone is going to be available in different colours.

HTC U12 Plus release date and price

We can expect to see this HTC flagship hitting the market in the second quarter of 2018. Besides, as for the cost, HTC U12 Plus price can begin at $754 ~ Rs. 49, 045. What is your opinion about the upcoming HTC flagship? Are you excited about this HTC phone launch? Let us know with a comment!

We all made it to week 12 of 2018! This week by far is probably the most prolific in terms of phone announcements. Some of the recent release phones come with 6GB RAM, 20MP selfie cam and more! Let’s check out what new smartphone releases we have!

1. Oppo R15

It all started with the Oppo R15 announcement on Monday, followed by the Vivo X21. In details, the Oppo R15 comes with a 6.28-inch AMOLED display with 19:9 ratio and a resolution of 2280 x 1080 pixels. The device takes power from an Octa-core MediaTek Helio P60 processor with Mali G72 MP3 GPU and 6GB of RAM. Also, it offers a 128GB of inbuilt memory and expands to 256GB via microSD card slot.

OPPO R15 runs Color OS 5.0 based on Android 8.1 Oreo system and a 3450mAh battery. In addition, the handset houses a Fingerprint scanner and Face Recognition feature. Furthermore, Oppo R15 camera sports a 16MP+5MP dual rear camera with LED flash and a 20MP selfie snapper as well. As for the Oppo R15 price, you can purchase this device with $539 ~ Rs. 34, 990.

2. Vivo X21

This new phone from Vivo boasts a metallic chassis. Vivo X21 specs feature a 6.28-inch FHD+ touchscreen with the resolution of 2280 x 1080p and 19:9 ratio. Besides, its screen will have a notch on the top. Under the hood, the smartphone gets power from a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chipset. Furthermore, this Vivo X21 phone offers 6GB of RAM with 64GB or 128GB of internal storage (expandable up to 256GB via microSD). Concerning Vivo X21 camera, it sports a quad system. There is a dual 12MP+5MP primary camera in the back. Also, the smartphone goes with a double 12MP front shooter. Lastly, Vivo X21 possess a 3,200 mAh battery and runs on Android Oreo system. Vivo X21 price depends on the variants: Rs. 29,990 ~ $460 for the base model; Rs. 32,926 ~ $505 for the UD model.

3. Lenovo S5

Tuesday brought us three new devices: Lenovo S5, HTC Desire 12 and Huawei P20 Lite. First, let’s talk about the Lenovo S5. The phone packs a 5.7-inch display with 18:9 ratio and 1080 x 2160 pixels resolution. Besides, Lenovo S5 gets power from a Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset and a 3000mAh battery pack. Further, the storage offers 4GB/6GB RAM options and 32GB/64GB storage variants. Regarding the optics, Lenovo S5 camera features a dual 13MP primary sensor and an 8MP selfie snapper. As for the cost, Lenovo S5 price starts around $185 ~ Rs 12,025.

4. HTC Desire 12

Regarding the display, HTC Desire 12 specs sport a 5.5-inch HD+ touchscreen with the resolution of 1440 x 720 pixels. Under the hood, the Desire 12 gets power from the MT6739 64-bit quad-core SoC. Furthermore, the Desire 12 phone offers two storage options: 2 GB RAM with 16 GB ROM or 3 GB RAM and 32 GB of internal storage. Moreover, HTC Desire 12 camera uses a single 13MP camera on the back paired with a 5MP front snapper for the selfies. On top of that, the new HTC phone will run on Android 8.0 Oreo and possess a 2,730mAh non-removable power pack. In the end, HTC Desire 12 price depends on the variants: Rs. 15,978 ~ $245 for the base model.

5. Huawei P20 Lite

For the Huawei P20 Lite specs, the phone arrives with a 5.84-inch touchscreen with 1080 x 2280p resolution. In terms of the processor, Huawei P20 Lite runs on HiSilicon Kirin 659 chipset. Storage-wise, Huawei P20 Lite offers 4GB of RAM and 64GB ROM, which expands up to 256GB via microSD. Coming to the battery, the device draws a 3000mAH juice box. Regarding the optics, Huawei P20 Lite camera rocks a dual 16 MP + 2 MP rear snapper and 16MP selfie shooter. Furthermore, the phone operates on the latest Android Oreo system. About the cost, Huawei P20 Lite price starts around $456 ~ Rs. 29,582.

6. OPPO A1

Wednesday was quieter with the announcements of the Sharp Aquos S3 mini. Thursday was more exciting with the Oppo A1, ZTE Nubia V18 and Vivo V9. Let’s take a look at the Oppo A1. In terms of Oppo A1 specs, it possesses a 5.7-inch LCD capacitive touchscreen with the resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels. Under the hood, the gadget delivers 4GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage, which is expandable up to 128GB. Regarding the operating system, the smartphone will run on Android 8.0 Oreo. On top of that, OPPO A1 camera sports a single 13MP rear lens paired with LED flash. Besides, it comes with an 8 MP front camera. Moreover, this device owns a non-removable battery of 3180mAh which allows up to one-day usage. OPPO A1 price tag in China can be around $220 ~ INR 14,329 ~ CNY 1,391.

7. Nubia V18

Regarding the display, the ZTE Nubia V18 specs feature a large 6.01-inch screen with a 1080 x 2160 pixels resolution. About the hardware, it gets power from the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset. Moreover, the ZTE phone comes with 4GB RAM plus 64GB of onboard storage. For the battery, the ZTE device packs a non-removable 4000mAh juice box. Under the hood, the Nubia V18 camera offers a single 13MP snapper on the back and an 8MP selfie shooter. Furthermore, the phone runs on Android 7 Nougat OS. ZTE Nubia V18 price starts at $205 ~ CNY. 1, 299 ~ Rs. 13, 367.

8. Vivo V9

Vivo V9 specs sport a 6.3-inch Full-view screen with a resolution of 2280 x 1080 pixels. On the other hand, Vivo V9 takes power from the Qualcomm Snapdragon 626 chipset as the processor. How about the memory? Vivo V9 sports a 4GB RAM with 64GB of internal storage. Moreover, the Vivo phone runs on the latest Android 8.1 Oreo as the operating system. Additionally, for the battery box, Vivo V9 packs a non-removable 3260mAh capacity. Photography-wise, Vivo V9 camera system sports a dual 16MP + 5MP snapper on the back paired with LED flash. In addition, the front-facing shooter has 24MP with AR stickers and HDR support for the selfies. As you may concern about Vivo V9 price, we expect it to start around $354 ~ Rs. 22, 990.

9. LG K8 2018

And finally, on Friday of week 12, we saw the announcement of LG K8 (2018) and Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime 2. As for the LG K8, the phone comes with a 5-inch touchscreen with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels. It also takes power from a MediaTek MT6735 chipset. However, LG K8 offers hardware only 1.5GB RAM and 8GB to 16GB ROM. As far as the photography aspect is concerned, the LG K8 camera packs an 8MP lens on the rear and a 5MP shooter up-front. In addition, the device runs on Android 7 OS and draws a battery box of 2500mAh (removable). LG K8 2018 price expects to start from Rs. 7499 ~ $114.

10. Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime 2

Last, on the list, we have the Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime 2. The smartphone sports a 5.5-inch full HD (1080×1920 pixels) display with Corning Gorilla Glass. The metal unibody houses an Octa-core Exynos 7 processor with 3GB RAM and 32 GB internal storage. Also sharing the space is a 3300 mAh battery, that is supposed to offer 20+ hours of talking time. In terms of optics, the Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime 2 consists of a 13MP primary camera on the rear and another 13MP shooter up-front for selfies. In the end, Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime 2 price starts around $215 ~ Rs. 13,990.

New smartphone releases of week 12

There you have it! The list of new smartphone releases week 12. In our opinion, the OPPO R15 handset is a truly “Selfie Expert” that camera lovers shouldn’t miss out on. Furthermore, we got the Vivo V9 beast with great design and powerful hardware. What do you think? We cannot wait to hear all of your opinion about these devices!

With every brand catching up to the bezel-less trend, it’s about time for HTC to do the same! Today, why don’t we take a look at the HTC Ozy beast – a truly “bezel-less” phone with the dual camera and more!

HTC Ozy: truly “bezel-less” phone with the dual camera and more!

After the release of HTC U11, this Tawan manufacturer is now gearing up to launch its next-generation HTC U12. Notably, many fans are now eager to see whether that HTC is going to jump in the bezel-less trend or not. First, PHConcepts has taken the first step to show us a fantastic design of one HTC Phone. Meet the HTC Ozy! Regarding the display, this HTC handset arrives with a bezel-less screen with very narrow bezels.

Furthermore, the HTC Ozy sports a slim and metal body. On the other hand, we spot a change in this HTC phone’s camera setup. Based on the image, there is a dual camera setup on the back. However, they located in the middle of the handsets, instead of the usual upper area. We can expect that this is the dual 12MP rear snapper. On the front, by having such a slim panel, we can safely guess that there is going to be a single selfie lens, around 16MP.

In terms of the processor, the HTC Ozy is going to take power from a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset. Moreover, this HTC phone offers 6GB RAM with 64GB ROM. There is also expandable storage up to 256GB. As for the operating system, this HTC smartphone is going to run on Android 8.0 Oreo. Regarding the display, HTC Ozy specs include a 5.5-inch Super LCD5 capacitive touchscreen (1440 x 2560 pixels). Finally, this HTC phone arrives with a non-removable Li-Ion 3000 mAh battery.

HTC Ozy release date and price

For now, there is no official announcement yet about HTC Ozy’s availability. However, we can expect to see this handset around the end of 2018. As for the cost, HTC Ozy price might begin at $600 ~ Rs.40, 000. What do you think about this HTC phone? Drop a comment to let us know!

So, this is our list of the HTC smartphones that you need to be aware of. These are the phone’s we’re most likely to be writing about, and the ones you’re most likely to want to consider. You can scroll down to learn more about these HTC mobiles along with their price and specifications.

1. HTC U11 Eyes

So, here’s everything we know about the HTC U11 Eyes. HTC has launched the U11 Eyes in Taiwan and China at a price slightly higher than $600. It sports a 6-inch full-HD+ (1080×2160 pixels) Super LCD3 display with an 18:9 aspect ratio and Gorilla Glass 3 protection (402 ppi). The phone is powered by octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 SoC, coupled with 4GB of RAM. The phone comes with 64GB of inbuilt storage expandable via microSD card (up to 400GB). The smartphone runs HTC Sense based on Android 8.0 (Oreo).

In the camera department, the U11 Eyes bears a 12MP rear sensor with features like phase detection-autofocus (PDAF), OIS, f/1.7 aperture, and dual-tone dual-LED flash. On the front is a dual camera setup that sports two 5MP sensors, with HDR enhancement, a f/2.2 aperture. It also has an IP67 certification when it comes to water and dust resistance. The biggest highlight of the smartphone is that it sports the biggest battery on an HTC smartphone yet, so, there is a 3930 mAH battery under the hood with Quick Charge 3.0.

2. HTC U11 Life

HTC U11 Life is the next one. The U11 Life comes in two variants, while its US version has HTC Sense on top of Android Nougat, the company also has an Android One model for global markets that runs stock Android Oreo out of the box. Both variants have same hardware specifications, including a 5.2-inch full-HD Super LCD panel and Snapdragon 630 SoC. Also, there’s IP67 waterproofing which adds a premium feature you won’t often find in the mid-range. The handset has a 16MP camera with BSI sensor and f/2.0 aperture on the back, while we have the same 16MP camera sensor available on the front. It has up to 4GB of RAM and 64GB of onboard storage and packs a 2600 mAH battery with Qualcomm’s Quick Charge 3.0 support. The smartphone comes to the market with a price tag of $400.

3. HTC U11+

The last year’s flagship from the Taiwanese company is next on the list, and that’s HTC U11+. The HTC U11+ sports a 6-inch display with QuadHD+ resolution (1440 x 2880 pixels) putting out close to (537ppi). Powering the phone is the Snapdragon 835 SoC, an octa-core processor clocked at 2.45GHz, just like the HTC U11. There are two variants of the U11+, one with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage, while the other has 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. HTC has also improved the water- and dust-resistance rating from IP67 on the U11 to IP68 on the U11+. HTC is known for its Sense UI skin and the U11+ runs it on top of Android Oreo. Speaking of optics, the primary camera is a 12MP sensor with a f/1.7 aperture at the back, while the front is 8MP, f/2.0. Otherwise, the battery is Li-Ion 3930 mAH. If you are looking for a flagship smartphone, U11+ is a solid option and the most expensive on the list, and its price is around $900.

4. HTC U Ultra

Next on the list of HTC smartphones is HTC U Ultra. The U Ultra comes with a 5.7 inch Super LCD5 QHD display with 1440 x 2560 pixels (513 ppi) and is protected by the new Corning 5 Gorilla Glass protection. The phone has one more screen, 2-inch strip that sits at the top right edge of the phone, next to the camera. The smartphone runs on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon excellent 821 processor with 4GB of RAM and 64GB or 128GB of internal memory expandable up to 256GB. The cameras are also interesting – the front is of 16MP and is great for the selfie photos, while the rear of the 12MP come with optical image stabilization (OIS) and can record 4K video. Battery capacity is 3000 mAH (with Quick Charge 3.0) which seems a bit low for a phone this size, but explains the relatively low weight. This HTC model comes at the price of $380.

5. HTC U Play

HTC U play is the last on the list of our HTC smartphones. A smaller “add-on” in the U series, U Play, is designed for a broader audience and is made in the same way as the U Ultra, but has customized features, lower market segment and favourable prices. Spec-wise, it packs a 5.2 inch super LCD capacitive touchscreen, MediaTek Helio P10 (MT6755),  4GB RAM with 64GB of internal storage expandable up to 256GB. Both cameras have at 16MP. Main camera f/2.0, with OIS, phase-detection autofocus, while the front camera comes with wide angle and (HDR). The phone has a battery of 2500 mAH, and support fast charging using the bundled 10W adapter. The HTC U Play is a neat little device with striking looks and smooth all-around performance for which you will pay $230.

Best HTC smartphones of 2018

Alright, those are top 5 HTC smartphones that we would like to introduce to you today. At the moment this is the best that HTC offers on the market. What do you think about them? Share with us.

According to our sources, a new HTC mid-ranger just makes its appearance on Geekbench website with 3GB RAM and Android Oreo 8.0. Keep on reading to check it out!

New HTC mid-ranger appears on Geekbench

Based on the latest updates, a new HTC-made device showed up on a mobile benchmarking tool. In details, the device is known as the model number: HTC 2Q5W1. As far as it concerns, new HTC mid-ranger specs include an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset clocked at 1.8GHz. On the other hand, the score reveals that HTC device provides 3GB RAM and runs Android Oreo 8.0 out-of-the-box.

There is information that the new device comes as another variant in HTC U11 series released earlier last year-end. Meanwhile, some sources reveal that the new handset might be the successor of HTC One A9. However, the new handset seems to replace solid metal build with more fragile Liquid Glass design. Besides, the handset also becomes a tough rival to Samsung Galaxy C7, Huawei Nova Plus, Xiaomi Redmi Note 4x, and the ZTE Blade V8 Pro.

With the given chipset and performance, the new HTC phone shows ten percent down its maximum effective operating frequency. Moreover, Android Oreo offers HTC new handset HTC Sense support. Therefore, HTC 2Q5W1 expects to feature EdgeSense, a pressure-sensitive frame that works as a physical shortcut mechanism. Besides, there is no more official information about HTC mid-ranger camera and other details till now.

New HTC mid-ranger release date and price

Since HTC confirms its appearance at MWC 2018 without any information of new flagship launching, HTC seems to bring a new handset in a different category. While the new HTC mid-ranger release date is obvious, new HTC mid-ranger price remains a mystery. In that case, we expect the new device should cost likely $349 (roughly Rs. 23,000). If you are interested, share us your ideas below and stay tuned for more updates!

Are you looking for an HTC smartphone with 4GB RAM and nice features such as 4GB RAM, 128GB ROM? Here we come with a selection of best HTC 4GB RAM smartphones. Read our articles for more details!

1. HTC U Play

As for HTC U Play design, this HTC phone owns a 5.2-inch Super LCD screen, together with 1080×1920 pixels resolution. Moreover, the HTC smartphone offers a Corning Gorilla Glass to protect the phone. Furthermore, the HTC U Play specs come with two variants of storage: 3GB RAM with 32GB ROM or 4GB RAM with 64GB for inbuilt storage, and both can be expandable up to 256GB. Under the hood, HTC U Play gets power from the chipset MediaTek MT6755 Helio P10.

Additionally, HTC U Play handset draws 2500mAh non-removable battery life, with fast battery charging support. Speaking of the HTC U Play cameras, this phone comes with 16MP lens for the main shooter and the front-facing selfies as well. Besides that, HTC U Play phone works on Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) operating system. HTC U Play release date is in February 2017. Now the HTC U Play price falls around Rs 27,413 (~$425).