HTC U11 Review - an unexpectedly excellent smartphone! HTC U11 Plus Review - Practically reference flagship Powerful photo studio in your hands

We welcome all the non-uniform lovers of smartphones on our portal, as well as those who are interested in HTC U11 Plus!

It will be going today precisely about this wonderful gadget. This update of the model we told you about in the middle of summer. The update turned out very worthy, only the price scares (but for the flagship it is acceptable), the gauge of the case and the lack of a headphone jack. In the rest of the device, we will praise today, that is, talk about its advantages. Let's start with the technical characteristics:

• Case materials: Glass;
• Operating system: Android 8 (HTC SENSE);
• Screen: 6 "Super LCD 6 (IPS), 22880 × 1440, 537 PPI, Gorilla Glass 5;
• Cameras: 12 + 8 mp, video to 4K, optical stabilization;
• CPU (processor): Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, 8 cores up to 2.45 GHz;
• Video Processor: Adreno 540;
• RAM (RAM): 4 GB / 6 GB;
• ROM (built-in memory): 64 GB or 128 GB (free about 52.4), microSD up to 256 GB;
• Communication: GSM / 3G / 4G;
• SIM cards: 2 SIM (second slot is combined with microSD);
• FM radio: no;
• Data Transfer: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC;
• GPS / GLONASS / BDS: yes / eat / eat;
• Battery, Mach: 3930;
• Real battery test: 8 hours 40 minutes video at maximum brightness;
• Dimensions, weight: 158.5 x 74.9 x 8.5 mm, 188 grams;
• Features: Protection against Water and Dust IP68, Mode Maximum Energy Saving, Sensory Fitting of the Smartphone (Edge Sense), Gorilla Glass 5 Glass, Two Dynamics (Stereo Effect), Setting the Screen Color Temperature, 4 omnidirectional Microphones, Three Voice Assistant - HTC Companion, Google Assistant And not working in Russia Amazon Alexa.

Appearance.

Let's start with the kit. He is rich enough. In a box with a smartphone there is a charger, uSB cable-C, adapter for headphones, headphones themselves, bumper case, and then without it HTC U11 plus is very slippery. It is made of glass, quite strong and brand.

It can be seen on the contrast beauty of the smartphone and how much it is dirty when used.

The benefit of the device is easily wiped with a cloth.

The screen simply complements the unrivaled device design. The display is made in two format to one. This is already a new trend that conquers the market. Have a flagship in such a format now each company must now. HTC has a decent apparatus.

It looks just gorgeous, but there are quite a lot of weighs, almost 190 grams. Given that slippery and large, risk is very large.

At the bottom there is a USB-C connector, a microphone and speaker.

On the right buttons for the power and volume. And behind the housing of the fingerprint scanner, the camera is flash and another microphone. In total, they are on the housing of 4 pieces, the third you can find at the bottom of the device on the back.

Well, the latter is located on top, there are a slot next to him.

We offer to enjoy the greatness and beauty of HTC U11 Plus and tell the designers a separate "thank you" for such a handsome man.

Shell.

It is originally. A-brand is obliged from the point of view of the interface should affect, surprise to stand out among competitors, because the struggle for the sale of flagship smartphones form a general opinion about the company. Our HTC U11 Plus envelope functional plus is supported by one unique "feature", which is not anywhere else (not counting Google Pixel from HTC, but there this feature works in%)

On the desktop there is a corporate beautiful widget with weather and huge clock, it looks worthy! In the application menu, you can make a lot of useful things, such as changing the size of the grid, hide applications and others.

The curtain is standard, systemic, practically no different from the drain. Widgets enough, plus it is still possible to download.

The device works naturally on android database 8. There is a whole list of standard settings plus, as you can see, the EDGE SENCE function.

What are you, Edge Sence? This is "Fich" about which we talked above. The thing is quite interesting. You compress HTC U11 Plus in your hand and there is any specified action. For example, in our case, the short compression of the case makes a snapshot. You can configure any action, you can and you need to customize the power of compression.

In addition, there are standard gesture management, as well as the change of buttons on the navigation pane. From gestures, we note the block / unlock smartphone with a double tap, a very popular and comfortable thing.

Also, the smartphone supports the whole three vocal assistants. Three Voice Assistant - HTC COMPANION, Google Assistant and not working in Russia AMAZON ALEX. If the relationship with one was not charged, then go to the second, if you started to miss the third - go to it.

Performance.

HTC U11 Plus works very quickly and no less quickly, thanks to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 8 cores up to 2.45 GHz. Adreno 540 is responsible for the video. Games go to bang and will still "go", even "run". We had a test version with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of the main memory (available for use 52.4). There is still a model with 6 GB "RAM" and 128 GB of internal memory. If these volumes are not enough for you, instead of a SIM card you can put a 256 GB memory card. Test Antutu showed us as many as 200 thousand points, we will soon reach a million.

Battery.

We pulled the usual version for good autonomy, and the version with a plus was even better. She received a battery for 3930 mAh. At the maximum brightness, given the huge display, the real battery test showed a chic result - 8 hours 40 minutes of video to maximum brightness. At the same time there are still energy saving regimes, they are always well thought out at HTC.

Screen.

U11 Plus got a huge, colorful, bright screen with a diagonal of 6 inches. HTC screens are unusual, performed using Super LCD 6 technology (similar to IPS technology). The permission is almost extended - 22880 × 1440, but for 6 inches it is quite normal, in the end we get 537 pixels per inch.

Also note the presence of a color profile and the possibility of changing the color temperature.

And there is also the ability to establish smart brightness adjustment, configure Always On Display, enable control mode in gloves, use the night mode.

Cameras.

How taking pictures of the cameras in this smartphone causes wild delight. One of the best camera-numbers today. The details of the pictures are simply excellent, the colors are natural.

The main camera module is 12 meters.

Of course, without optical stabilization it would be foolish today to produce the flagship, so it is there.

Snapshots and in the dark, it turns out quite attractive, right?

Original photos and original video can be viewed by reference.

The front camera though lost in megapixels (comparing with U11), they are now only 8, but the quality of the pictures remains all at the same high level.

Communication.

For this parameter, as always, there are no complaints. All the freshest, NFC is, but the FM radio did not pass.

Results.

HTC U11 Plus is quite expensive, but practically without weak places, although we still tried to grope. The apparatus is beautiful, powerful, modern. FROM huge number Competitions, but in something he surpasses them, take at least stereo speakers, not every today's flagship can boast them.

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• Cameras
• Performance,
• Excellent GLONASS and GPS reception,
• Screen,
• Headphone sound
• High-quality USB headphones included.

• Slipness of the case,
• Lack of "Jack" 3.5 mm,
• Very marky - collects prints on the back back.

9 points out of 10 gets from us the device!

Smartphone video review:

We present EDGE SENSE, we declare the opening of a new dimension in interaction with the smartphone.

Our company seeks to enforce revolutionary decisions. As well as you, we are in constant search: We test our ideas and acquire new knowledge. We wanted to go beyond the restrictions of the touch screen. That is why we have developed a completely new intuitive way to control the phone - Edge Sense. Simple pressing that opens the whole world.

And this is not the only innovation. Glass coating with a stunning "overflowing" design, a first-class camera with our new ultra-fast autofocus Ultraspeed Autofocus, the cleanest available on the market sound with the system of active suppression of external noise, amazingly beautiful body with water protection and splashes. HTC U11 sets a new standby expectations from flagship devices. I.

HTC U11 Birth

Aesthetics of nature in design

Created using Figma.

DESIGN

Overflowing design

Your reflection in everything

An impressive glass surface with a "transfusing" design is created using a multilayer coating technology with the effect of light refraction. During production, minerals with varying degrees of light recycling are introduced into the rear surface of the device for different depths. That is how we manage to achieve strikingly saturated colors, which are obtained by the refraction of the ambient light depending on the position of the smartphone housing.

Symmetry for three axes

Thinks and symmetrical on all sides.

To create a new one-piece curved HTC U11 case, a special process of molding glass using extreme pressure and high temperature is used. This is a difficult task. As a result, we managed to create a device with a symmetric design for all three axes. Do you really hold it in the right or left hand, vertically or horizontally. The curved 3D glass on the frontal and rear surfaces of the smartphone housing makes the design not only visually attractive, but also convenient to use.

3D Glass Screen

Natural colors. Clean visual experience.

The HTC U11 screen with a diagonal 5.5 "is made of 3D glass and specifically designed to transmit a saturated, clear picture. Our best screen to date and natural color reproduction produce a bright and undisputed impression. You will not have to get used to the cropped images or artifacts of color along the edges of the screen, as often happens in the case of devices with a curved screen.

Edge Sense.

A new way to control the functions of a smartphone.

Sometimes what we consider ordinary can be the beginning for a new idea. For example, the usual movement that we compress the phone. Edge Sense transforms this normal action into a completely new way to control the functionality of the phone.

With the help of regular pressing with Edge Sense, you can access your favorite features. Take photos. Run Favorite Applications. On the go to send messages. Previously, to get to these functions, I had to make many actions. We managed to simplify everything to one movement. Non-standard thinking allowed us to offer you a revolutionary way of managing a functional telephone.

You are able to change everything.

The EDGE SENSE function significantly expands the capabilities of the smartphone. You can customize access to a wide range of features and applications. By clicking Open Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest. Or cause powerful voice assistant Google assistant! Slightly squeeze the HTC U11 case, and it will help to cope with any task facing you.

Google Assistant.

Natural approach to photography.

The launch of the camera has never been so simple. Forget about the search for buttons or an uncomfortable position of the hands. Just raise your phone, click and smile. Finally, the shooting of the phone has become the same simple as when using a conventional camera.

Google call assistant with one click or voice command.

Google Assistant is designed to help you in a wide variety of situations: it will help to interact with household appliances, will put an alarm clock, the route will pavo, will find a restaurant or recall the events in the calendar. To do this, do not even have to pronounce "OK, Google". Just sowing the case of the device, say the command or ask a question, everything else will make Google Assistant. And with a constant enabled voice mode, you can always call a smart assistant with a voice command, even when the screen is inactive.

Send messages even faster and easier.

Sometimes sending messages on the go is simply impossible. In Edge Sense with voice input Texts you just screw the message without slowing down. Slightly sorry the phone, saying a message and send it. As easy as pie. The usual input method can remain in the past.

Photographing without restrictions. In the rain, heat and cold.

The waterproof HTC U11 case and infinitely easy to use EDGE SENSE technology allow you to take pictures in the rain, and in the heat II. Even when water runs across the screen, Edge Sense will help catch the desired frame.

EDGE SENSE also supports work in gloves. This means that even at low temperatures, your hands will remain warm, and you remain in touch.

Perhaps the most advanced headphones ever created to reproduce personal audio.

Let yourself hear a cleaner sound. Together with HTC U11, we present the latest version of HTC USonic technology, which is now not only adjustable to your hearing features, but also has a function of active noise reduction. Usonic headphones scan your ear canal, like sonar, and create a unique personal sound profile based on this data. The result is an improved sound, optimized under the individual features of your ear.

Active noise reduction

Clean sound with active noise reduction system.

Block external stimuli. USonic now includes a function of active noise cancellation that reduces the distracting effect of the external environment and concentrate on beloved music, games, video. The noise compensation system constantly monitors the outer sound background and adjusts to the changes "on the fly".

Even more powerful boomsound. Up and down.

The speakers of HTC BOOOMSOUND Hi-Fi Edition also reached a new level. They began to sound louder and offer the best dynamic range when playing. The HF speaker contains an acoustic chamber that gives a distinct and aerial sound of high and medium frequencies. Deep and pure bass pumps a completely new LF speaker with an improved magnetic circuit design. Result? Natural sound with a large number of acceleration details.

CAMERA

The camera that has received the highest evaluation of experts.

HTC U11 Camera won 90 dxomark points. As a result, it is a camera in the smartphones industry, which received one of the highest marks III. IV

Our multi-axis stabilization system, ultrafast autofocus in any lighting conditions, make the work of a lightning room, photographs - clear, and video - smooth. What else does the HTC U11 chamber unique? An extended dynamic range with an instantaneous HDR BOOST function, an extended white balance, advanced noise cancellation algorithms in combination with an excellent level of storage of parts.

With the HTC U11 camera, which has already managed to receive rewards, you will be sure of every frame.

HDR Boost.

Powerful photo studio in your hands.

HTC U11 represents the AUTO HDR BOOST function, which is designed to give you all the advantages of HDR-shooting - without delay! HDR Boost will take pictures of well-balanced photos with full preservation of parts of light and dark areas - and will make it instantly. Snapshots made by HTC U11 transmit all the wealth of textures and colors, allow you to distinguish the smallest details and shades. We apply this approach and video shooting: The Temporal Noise Reduction feature uses information from adjacent frames to eliminate unwanted noises to create crystal clear video.

Ultraspeed autofocus

The same quick and accurate as a human eye.

Excellent news for serious photographers. In HTC U11, an autofocus system is built on throughout the sensor area, similar to that used in the best system chambers. It provides extremely fast focus. Usually only a few sensors are used for focusing. And in the phase autofocus system of our Ultraspeed Autofocus, each pixel is involved! Thin adjustment of iron and hardware in HTC U11 allows you to focus on the object with the speed and accuracy of the human eye. And it does not matter at all, in which part of the frame is the subject of shooting. Ideal for moving objects, reportage video and use under insufficient light.

Stabilization system

Catch all the desired moments. You can be sure.

HTC U11 is equipped with excellent optical and electronic stabilization systems. Photos and videos will be clear, even if the shooting was taken from hand in not the most simple conditions.

FRONT-CAMERA

Best Selfie. Day and night.

New front-camera Combines high resolution of 16MPs and photosensitivity Ultrapixel technology - with such a combination of excellent selfie is not a problem - both during the day, and at night. Like the main chamber, there is also a powerful HDR Boost function and advanced noise cancellation algorithms. With HTC U11, the quality of selfie goes to a qualitatively new level.

SOUND

Remember anew. With sound 360 °.

4 omnidirectional microphones with acoustic focus technology provide spatial sound recording. IN standard mode HTC U11 microphones capture sound from all directions. When using acoustic focus, it suffices to bring the object with the help of the "zoom" of the camera to highlight its sound.

VIDEO

New video quality.

The years of development and tests allowed us to create Temporal Noise Reduction technology, which is designed to provide the clarity of each video frame. When shooting HTC U11, uses information from adjacent frames of adjacent frames and eliminates unwanted noises to create crystal clear video.

HTC SENSE COMPANion.

Your smart assistant.

In HTC U11 you will find a faithful companion based on artificial intelligence. We made HTC Sense Companion IV more smarter. Every day he recognizes you, your habits and your schedule is getting better, turning into a truly useful assistant.

Reasonable energy saving

Even more productory.

Weather forecast

Do not be surprised.

Your day is painted up to minute and no chance to put the phone for charging. Familiar situation? HTC Sense Companion will analyze your schedule for a day and remind you of the need to recharge the phone in your free moment or take with you an external battery.

Provides smooth operation of a smartphone.

HTC Sense Companion will take care of maintaining the optimal performance of your smartphone. Suggest remove unnecessary file trash or unused applications to free the place. And activates the Boost + system at the time when it is necessary to speed up the work of the smartphone.

Be ready to everything.

The weather can be changeable, but with HTC Sense Companion, its whims will no longer find surprise. You will always have information on your hand that it is worth getting warm or take an umbrella with you. He may also warn that the weekend plans may be transferred to another day.

Pesonal coach in his pocket.

If you try to lead a healthy lifestyle, HTC Sense Companion will offer additional motivation to move forward. It will track daily activity and send a weekly report on the number of steps. You can also appreciate your progress on the way to the goal.

Find out all the most interesting.

At the trip, HTC Sense Companion will easily turn into a personal guide in the city and will spend on all attractions worthy of attention. With him every trip will be more interesting and rich.

Want to take a trip to the world of taste?

The fastest route.

HTC Sense Companion is able to evaluate the situation on the roads between the house and the office. If there is a jam or traffic jam on your path, it will recommend to leave early or, together with the Google Card app, will offer you a detour.

Qualcomm 835 Snapdragon.

Our fastest processor today.

HTC U11 in all global markets is supplied with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 V platform. This is the first processor created on the technological rate of 10 nanometers. And this means that fantastic performance has become available to you, stunning graphics, impressive smooth reproduction and excellent time of work from the battery. On average, the novelty is ahead of HTC 10 by 25% in graphical performance, provides a 35% video playback time, adding up to 3 hours to the previous flagship, and the increase in working hours in LTE networks is 43% or 3.5 hours VI.

Color options

Inspired by the perfection of nature.

We looked at the amazing things that were created by nature, and developed a color palette, the same bright and unexpected. Consider and choose the color that inspires you.

iI HTC U11 is certified according to IP67 and is protected from dust, spray and water when immersed to a depth of 1m in fresh water for a while up to 30 minutes, which is confirmed by the test in laboratory conditions. Everyday operation and wear can over time to reduce the level of protection against splashes and water. Do not attempt to charge or some other way to use the USB port of Type-C if water or moisture remains on the machine. For detailed instructions By drying the phone after immersing in water and other useful tips on saving protection from water, refer to the user manual, the support site or the help application on the device. Damage caused by contact with liquids may not be subject to warranty service conditions.

iv Output and HTC Sense Companion capabilities may differ in different regions. Consult the HTC Support Service in your area.

v Qualcomm Snapdragon is a product brand Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Qualcomm and Snapdragon are trademarks Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries. Used from the permission of the copyright holder.

vI Performance tests were performed in HTC laboratories using the specified HTC devices. The duration of the battery depends on the use and settings of the device. Features of operation, environment, network connection And other factors can influence the results obtained in real use of the device.

• Sizes and weight 1

  153.9 x 75.9 x 7.9 mm, 169 g

  153.9 x 75.9 x 7.9 mm, 169 g

• Platform 2.

  Android 7.1 with HTC Sense

• Main camera

  • Ultra-speed autofocus
  • Sensor BSI.
  • Diaphragm F / 1.7
  • Face Recognition
  • Accelerated HDR Boost Mode
  • Panorama
  • Video Hyperlapse
  • 12 MP HTC Ultrapixel 3 s pixel size 1.4 microns
  • Ultra-speed autofocus
  • Sensor BSI.
  • Optical stabilization system (OIS)
  • Diaphragm F / 1.7
  • Two-color LED flash
  • Timer auto shooting up to 10 seconds
  • Face Recognition
  • Pro Mode with manual settings, support for long 32-second
  • exposures and the ability to record in the RAW format
  • Accelerated HDR Boost Mode
  • Panorama
  • Video Hyperlapse
  • Slow motion slow motion video with a resolution of 1080p / 120 frames per second
  • Video recording in 4K standard with 3D audio / hi-res audio sound and acoustic audio amplification ACOstic Focus
  • Simultaneous shooting video and photo Video Pic

• Navigation

  • GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Beidou

• Sound

  • HTC USONIC sound improvement system with active noise reduction
  • System loud sound HTC BOOOMSOUND Hi-Fi Edition
  Recording surround sound 3D Audio with 4 built-in microphones
• Hi-Res Audio sound recording
• Hi-Res Audio Certified Sound Support

Gestures and management

• Permanent readiness for voice team
• Motion Launch gesture management system
• HTC Connect for wireless streaming playback audio and video from smartphone
• Ring volume reduction function if you take a smartphone in hand
• The function of increasing the volume of the call when you find a smartphone in a bag or pocket
• Turning off function when the smartphone is turned up

Water-proof

• Screen

  • 5.5 inches with QUAD HD Resolution (2560x1440)
  • Type of Matrix Super LCD 5
  • Protective glass 3D Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Personalization of screen color reproduction

• SIM card format

  Both SIM Cards Nano-Sim

• Front-camera

  • 16 mp.
  • Sensor BSI.
  • Diaphragm ƒ / 2.0
  • Automatic selfie
  • Selfie via voice team
  • Timer for Selfie up to 10 seconds
  • Accelerated HDR Boost Mode
  • Selfie Panorama
  • 16 mp.
  • Sensor BSI.
  • Diaphragm ƒ / 2.0
  • Fast Makeup in Real Time
  • Automatic selfie
  • Selfie via voice team
  • Timer for Selfie up to 10 seconds
  • Accelerated HDR Boost Mode
  • Selfie Panorama
  • Changing video in Full HD 1080P standard

• Sensors

  • Light sensor
  • Proximity sensor
  • Motion Sensor (G-sensor)
  • Electronic compass
  • Gyroscope
  • Magnetic sensor
  • Fingerprint sensor
  • Sensor Hub to track physical activity
  • EDGE SENSOR Case Compression Sensor

• Battery 5.

  • Capacity: 3000 mAh
  • Talk time in networks 3G / 4G: up to 24.5 hours
  • Standby time in 3G / 4G networks: up to 14 days
  • Customizable power saving mode
  • Mode of maximum energy saving
  • Quick Charge 3.0 Charging System

• Multimedia

  Supported audio formats:
  Play: .3gp, .mp4, .m4a, .aac, .ts, .flac, .mp3, .mid, .ogg, .mkv, .wav
  Recording: .3gp ,.aac, .flac

  Video Supported Formats:
  Play: .3gp, .mp4, .ts, Webm, MKV
  Recording: .3gp, .mp4, .mkv

• Additional functions

  Supports APTX BT PROFILE

• CPU

  Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, 64-bit, 8 nuclear, with a frequency of up to 2.45 GHz

• Memory configuration 3.

  • Shared memory: 64 GB / 128 GB, RAM: 4 GB / 6 GB
  • Expandable memory: MicroSD format cards up to 2 TB (instead of SIM2)
  • combined Flex Storage connector for SIM card or MicroSD memory card

• Network 4.

  • 2G / 2.5G - GSM / GPRS / EDGE
  • 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
  • 3G Umts.
  • 800/900/1900/2100 MHz (B5 / B8 / B2 / B1), HSDPA 42 Mbps, HSUPA 5.76 Mbps
  • 4G LTE (speed up to 800 Mbps depends on the operator)
  • FDD Ranges: B4 / B12 / B17 / B28 / B20 / B5 / B8 / B3 / B1 / B7 / B32
  • TDD Ranges: Bands B39 / B40 / B38 / B41
  • with Association 2CA, 3CA, 4CA (Carrier Aggregation)
  • Calls via Volte and WiFi (the presence of a function depends on the region and telecom operator)
  • Support CAT 15 LTE: download speed up to 800 Mbps, loading speed up to 75 Mbps

• Connection capabilities

  • Bluetooth 5.0.
  • Wi-Fi: 802.11 A / B / G / N / AC (2.4 and 5 GHz)
  • Streaming from a smartphone on compatible devices using AirPlay, Chromecast, DLNA and Miracast

• Connections and connectors

  • USB 3.1 GEN 1, TYPE-C
  • Capacitive control keys
  • DisplayPort image output

• HTC SENSE COMPANion.

  Built-in assistant with artificial intelligence for tips and assistance in affairs

• HTC Edge Sense.

  Management of important functions by compression smartphone

All measurement data may differ slightly within the permissible production error.

Characteristics and version of the OS may change after software update.

The amount available to the user is less due to the pre-installed software. Available to the user the amount of memory may vary when changing or updated it.
Expandable memory is limited by the type and capacity of the microSD card.

In different regions, working frequencies may vary depending on the operator mobile communications and the current location of the subscriber. 4G LTE networks are available only in some regions. The actual data transfer rate also depends on the mobile operator.

The battery life depends on the operator, location, signal strength, telephone traffic, phone use profile, applications used and many other factors. Real time Works may differ.

Note: Specifications May Be Different After Software Update and Are Subject to Change without Prior Notice.

I am a million years old (3 years) did not test smartphones from HTC. For me and not only for me, these devices have long left the market and, if they are present somewhere, only in inertia. And here it comes out HTC U11. Maximum "Iron", top camera, original design And there is a catch of $ 650. What is not a reason buy htc u11 and do overview? Bought, did.

Where did you come from?

U10 was represented last year, received a very good chamber, but some kind of vague design, positioning and in general Beee.

The past flagship perfectly reflected the general state of affairs in HTC. The company has long been one foot in the grave (the VIVE project is not concerned), their smartphones are not needed, because they do not offer anything interesting, but it is either expensive or very expensive. Well, objectively. The situation is even worse than Sony. Prehee from both manufacturers has been continuing for many years.

And then, on June 16, the HTC represents its flagship of 2017 - U11. The smartphone immediately deserves the attention of chips:

• uncompromising characteristics
• aggressive and catchy design
• top camera on the market (according to Dxomark)
• claimed price tag at $ 650 (in Russia 44,990 rubles)

Of course, this jog is worthy to make a full-fledged review on it and compare with competitors than we now and do.

How to complete the devices in Taiwan

In the package, a very rich equipment was found in the package.

We look ...

• charger with support for QC 3.0 (5 - 12 volts and 1.25 - 2.5 amps)
• uSB Cable C.
• headset with the same plug HTC USNIC Adaptive Earphones
• adapter with USB C per port 3.5 mm
• plastic Case of Middle Parsion (at first it will go)
• a rag for wiping a smartphone (still! He is so glossy)
• clip to extract "SIMIC"

How? It is not enough except the film on the screen. But wait! HTC is a world-famous brand, and not some Chinese production of Uncle Lao. In the sense, need glass on the screen? Buy yourself!

Without a case

Design

In my opinion, it is beautiful!

On the one hand, he has no chips like curved screens or some non-standard aspect ratio. Just a single bar with an empty front and slightly repellent camera from behind.

On the other hand, the device is maximally glossy. Thought what Jet Black looks skid? So the building U11 reflects and refracts the light even stronger.

At the same time, its color is deep, rich and very beautiful.

I did not risk with blue or red corps, and I bought an option called Brillian Black. In fact, the black is except the front panel.

But the color of the back will call the dark emerald. With a light mother-of-pearl sweat. In general, it looks like this thing is awesome.

The rear coating, by the way, is not a metal polished to the brilliance, and the tempered glass with a multi-layer mineralization of something there is such a kind of such a kind.

In general, we are interested in others. What with imprints and scratches?

Traces from fingers, of course, accumulate, but they are practically imperceptible. And in front, and we have a very cool oleophobic coating. Because of it, the device is incredibly slippery.

The standard "ears" we have a USB Type-C plug. And they also support HTC USonic profile, it seems to improve the sound and adjusts the sound to specific your features (scans the ear canal and all that). As a result, I liked the sound from HTC USonic, rather than without him.

In addition, the HTC USNIC Adaptive Earphones headset is equipped with active noise reduction. Frankly, I did not catch it. External noise is heard just as through alternative "ears" without a noise.

In general, the headset from the kit is high-quality and Thanks!

Soft

The smartphone works on the basis of Android 7.1.1. On top of the ease of HTC Sense, from the grace, beauty and functionality of which in the past times almost nothing remained.

Standard wallpapers (animated balls) are just terribly primitive, and widget hours from the times of Windows Mobile 6.5 - it is generally game!

Yes, all this, of course, can be easily changed (a million alternative topics is supported), but something still talks about software developers.

However, the main thing is that there were no glitches and the system worked stably. And here to u11 no questions.

Many manufacturers do not have time to finish their devices before ideal by the time of release, and then the smartphone was just presented, and it already works as if the entire Greek test alphabet passed.

From oddities.

On the smartphone there is no, even a bad file manager. Some cropped crutches are launched if you connect a flash drive through an OTG adapter. This is the case and limited.

There are no "sectoral" applications (for photos and music) - all replace the counterparts from Google, which only if you sign for anything, and all your data in the cloud send.

Battery life

Very alarming that all this is a wilder iron (QS 835 + Quad HD screen) feeds the battery with a capacity of only 3,000 mAh. It would seem that the smartphone should be discharged at zero to 5 o'clock in the evening, but in fact everything is completely different.

HTC U11 easily lives under the usual load one full day.

At the same time, you use everything you need, do not turn off wireless modules, and the screen is lit for 4-5 hours.

This is what high-quality software optimization means. By the way, many developers are trying to unload applications, so that they did not eat the battery charge, thereby we get melting, when none notice comes. There are no such problems here - all applications are sent to notifications on time and without delays.

Fast charging Quick Charge 3.0 (although the processor supports 4.0) is present. From scratch to 100%, the device charges for a little more than one and a half hours.

Outcome

The price of the smartphone in Russia is 44,990 rubles per version with 4 + 64 GB memory and 49,990 rubles per senior modification (6 + 128 GB). And this is despite the fact that there, they in the US for a smartphone are asked $ 650 in a minimum configuration (about 39 thousand rubles). As you can see, the pricing policy is quite adequate, which you can not say about competitors (hello, and Sony!).

I really liked U11. This is a gorgeous alternative to reign. Especially considering that the camera in U11 gives more opportunities, and it is worth our hero by 10 thousand cheaper. In addition, you get the same fast processor, perfectly optimized software, high-quality headphones right in the box.

Of course, it did not cost without controversial moments. The catchy appearance will not like everyone, the smartphone is very slippery (now it is already the norm) and it is too large for a 5.5-inch device. However, all this for the most part taste nuances, I can not attribute them to the cons.

My taste, HTC U11 is still the most successful flagship of this year. Yes, I have not tested Nubia Z17 (on the way) and, but in terms of the quality of the photo, they are unlikely to make a worthy competition to our hero. Somewhere nearby - maybe, but definitely will not let him down from the pedestal of the leader.

HTC U11 breaks stereotypes. The smartphone came out in a new building, with new chips and new productivity. We offer an overview of HTC U11 - we consider design, display and performance in major benchmarks! It will be interesting!

HTC released a new smartphone in the last trends of the mobile industry: the latest generation processor Snapdragon 835, a premium design of glass and metal, an improved sound and a perfect camera. The device's premium is traced in price: the estimated cost of the smartphone is about $ 820. Officially, the manufacturer did not announce the price, but the hotline of the brand replied that it would be very expensive :)

Quick Overview HTC U11

The main advantages of HTC U11:

• Gorilla Glass 5 glass on the front and back surfaces of the smartphone
• 5.5 'SuperlCD Display with a resolution of 1440 x 2560, standard aspect ratio and pixel density 543 ppi
• The main chamber of 12MP with aperture F / 1.7, autofocus, optical image stabilization, Dual Pixel, HDR BOOST, Acoustic Focus. Pixel size - 1.4 microns.
• Front camera 16MP with HDR BOOST technology.
• 8-nuclear Snapdragon 835 with architecture 4 Kryo x 2,45GHz and 4 Kryo x 1,99GHz, GPU Adreno 540.
• Version: 4GB RAM + 64GB of internal memory. In some markets, version 6GB of RAM will be available + 128GB of internal memory. Both versions with memory card support.
• BOOM SOUND technology, stereo-speaking, headphones with active noise reduction technology (connected via USB Type-C).
• A new way of control through the verges, sensitive to the power of pressing

The main disadvantages of HTC U11:

• 3000mach battery with fast charging technology Quick Charge 3.0
• Glass case, vulnerable to mechanical damage
• Lack of standard audio connector
• The dependence of the amount of memory from the market
• Cost

Many of you have already been able to estimate the previous brand new product - HTC U Ulta. We give a comparison of software and:

HTC U11: general characteristics. Comparison with HTC U Ultra

	HTC U11	HTC U Ultra
Price	820 dollars	749 dollars
release date	may 2017.	march 2017.
Materials housing	Gorilla Glass 5/3.	Gorilla Glass 5.
Dimensions	153.9 x 75.9 x 7.9 mm	162.4 x 79.8 x 8 mm
Weight	169 g	170 g
Operating system	Android 7.1 Nougat.	Android 7.0 Nougat.
Firmware	HTC Sense UI.	HTC Sense UI.
USB		Type-C USB 3.1 and Display Port
Bluetooth	4.2	4.2
FM radio	not	not
3.5 mm audio connector	not	not
NFC.	there is	there is
Dactyloscopic scanner	in the Home button	in the Home button

HTC 10 could not become a worthy competitor top flagships Mobile market. The company's main rivals of the HTC U11 sees Samsung and Apple flagships (so we will conduct comparisons with representatives of these brands).

The main chips to which the manufacturer makes are becoming sensitive face and sound quality .

But one obviously, the fans are not delighted with fragile glass, which came to replace the solid and resistant to metal damage.

Full Overview of HTC U11

HTC U11 equipment

HTC U11 received a minimum set of accessories. In a box, a smartphone, a charger, a USB Type-C cable, an adapter to a standard mini-jack, headphones with an ampusur kit of a different size. An additional bonus becomes a transparent plastic case (the manufacturer seems to hint that without a cover and additional protection for this smartphone can only be glanced, and then from far away :). Also, the user will detect a napkin (also a subtle hint that prints and dirt from the housing will be tired of wipe :).

Design HTC U11.

HTC U11 looks expensive. Photos do not transmit the effects of the Liquid Surface panel. Smartphone is available in several color variations: Amazing Silver, Ice White, Solar Red, Sapphire Blue, and Brilliant Black (Simply speaking, silver, white, red, blue and black).

What does the manufacturer say:

An impressive glass surface with a "transfusing" design is created using a multilayer coating technology with the effect of light refraction. During production, minerals with varying degrees of light recycling are introduced into the rear surface of the device for different depths. That is how we manage to achieve strikingly saturated colors, which are obtained by the refraction of the ambient light depending on the position of the smartphone housing.

This technology guarantees the depth and protection of color from distortion, abrasion or fading with time. Moreover, it was possible to solve the problem with paint resistance. Users previous models HTC was constantly complaining of body paint.

The manufacturer also indicates the reason for the choice of materials for HTC U11: just the time it is time to move away from a brought all-metal building, inherited 4 previous generations of smartphones.

The smartphone received rounded faces. The top end is speaker, approximation and light sensors, microphone and front camera, LED indicator of recent events.

The housing of the smartphone is completely unstable to scratches. On the channel Jerryrigeverything Published test device for scratch resistance. Short conclusions:

• the screen does not scratch keys and coins, but the ordinary sand can leave small abrasions
• the scanner of the imprint is covered with scratches very easily, but it retains functionality.
• the speaker is not protected by a metal grid, and so, it is very easy to damage when cleaning
• the front camera is located behind the display.
• the main camera is perfectly protected
• the outbreak protects plastic, vulnerable to the slightest mechanical damage
• when flexing the HTC U11 fails: first of all, the display suffers, while the rear surface remains unharmed

Under the screen is a fingerprint scanner that combines the home button and identify the owner. On the sides of the scanner - standard buttons management - Back and Active applications.

HTC did not bother with screen size, frames and aspect ratio. Here everything is in the old way: the framework is, the upper and lower face is, there are buttons, the aspect ratio of the standard.

On the right end there are three mechanical metal buttons (powered and 2 buttons of volume adjustment) with excellent stroke, without hopes and squeaks.

Display HTC U11

The smartphone received a standard 5.5 'display, made using SuperlCD technology with wide viewing angles, bright, realistic color reproduction and rich black.

HTC U11 screen is not the brightest in the class. While the brightness of the screens of basic competitors (Samsung and Apple) confidently over 600 Nits, the maximum brightness of the HTC U11 screen is only 583 yarns. The maximum brightness is included in emergency mode in conditions of very bright lighting. The usual brightness of the screen is 483 threads.

HTC U11: Display tests

	Black, CD / m2	White, CD / m2	Contrast
HTC U11	0.308	483	1568
HTC U11 (Max AUTO)	0.373	583	1568
HTC U Ultra	0.539	428	794
HTC U Ultra (Max AUTO)	0.564	507	899
HTC 10.	0.29	428	1543
HTC 10 Evo.	0.387	525	1357
Huawei P10	0.416	592	1423
LG G6.	0.228	468	2053
LG G6 (MAX AUTO)	0.277	564	2036
Galaxy S8.	0.00	440	~
Galaxy S8 Max Auto	0.00	618	~
iPhone 7 Plus.	0.41	573	1398
iPhone 7 Plus (Max AUTO)	0.50	681	1362
iPhone 7.	0.35	561	1603
Xiaomi Mi 6.	0.462	603	1305
Xperia xzs.	0.461	564	1223

With the minimum brightness of the HTC U11 screen in 6 nits, the display remains fairly clear and readable to answer the call or message at night.

The coefficient of contrast in the sun

HTC U11 autonomy

The capacity of the HTC U11 battery is only 3000mach, the same as in HTC 10. However, the developer optimized the software, and the user will not notice the drawdown in autonomy.

According to GSMarena tests, HTC U11 is inferior only in 3G mode, withstanding 3.5 hours less, whereas for all other modes the user will notice a significant increase in autonomy.

HTC U11 operation time from one charge. Comparison of autonomy with HTC U Ultra

	HTC U11	HTC U Ultra
Battery capacity	3000 mAh.	3000 mAh.
Fast charge	QUICK CHARGE 3.0.	QUICK CHARGE 3.0.
Autonomy rating	73 hours	81 hour
Calls 3G.	19:22	22:57
the Internet	10:28	08:39
Video	11:04	07:44

Fast charging replenishes 52% of charge in 30 minutes (under ideal conditions - the smartphone is not used during charging).

Performance

It should be recognized, HTC well optimized the smartphone under new processorWhen using the power of the chipset to complete.

HTC U11: Hardware Characteristics. Comparison with HTC U Ultra

	HTC U11	HTC U Ultra
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 835.	Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 (AB)
TechProcess	10 nm	14 nm
Number of Cores	8	4
Processor architecture	8x Kryo 280 CPU	4x Kryo.
Clock frequency	4x 2.45 GHz + 4x 1.9 GHz	2x 2.15 GHz + 2x 1.6 GHz
Graphic accelerator	Adreno 540.	Adreno 530.
RAM	4/6 GB LPDDR4 1866 MHz	4 GB LPDDR4 1866 MHz
Built-in memory	64/128 GB	64 GB MICROSD hybrid slot (up to 256 GB)
Battery capacity	3000 mAh.	3000 mAh.
Fast charge	QUICK CHARGE 3.0.	QUICK CHARGE 3.0.

In the Multi-Core test in leaders remains running Exynos.

GEEKBENCH 4 (MULTI-CORE)

In the Single-Core test HTC U11 bypass, S8 with EXYNOS and SD 835. The best performance demonstrate only

HTC was one of the first companies that released a smartphone on the Android operating system. Even more, she was the first who made the Google operating system interface is really convenient to use. For a long time, the HTC Sense shell was one of the important advantages of the company's smartphones, but with the development of Android, it ceased to be unique. In addition, the growth of competition among smartphone producers undermined the position of HTC and the company has been experiencing a decline in sales for several years. Another hope of the company was the flagship of HTC U11, presented in May of this year, but only now, which began to massively enter the Ukrainian market. Smartphone promises users high performance, good camera, as well as sensitive to the power of pressing the side faces of HTC Edge Sense, which are a new control. Let's see how it all shows itself in use.

Design and materials

The HTC U11 design echoes the company's past models, part of the body elements The model took from HTC One 10 and HTC U Ultra. Such continuity of style, on the one hand, does not carry anything unique, on the other, retains awareness. At least among brand fans.

As a result, HTC U11 looks and felt in hand is pleasant, but on the background of the mass of other smartphones, the model stands out except that there are colors. The device is available in red, black, white, blue and blue.

The front and rear HTC U11 panel are made of Corning Gorilla Glass 5 glass, which is spinning around the edges. It should be noted that the oleophobic coverage of the display is good, but the rear panel easily collects fingerprints.

As already mentioned above, the glass is spinning to the edges, smoothly flowing into the aluminum frame of the case. Details are fitted very well, the gap between glass and the minimum metal.

The framework of the housing in HTC U11, according to modern standards, rather large. And if their size on the sides of the display is associated with sensitivity to the power of pressing, then from above and below the frame could be done less. Moreover, the fingerprint scanner does not occupy the entire area under the display, it turned out to be quite compact. Due to the fact that there is an empty area between the scanner and the display, it may even seem that the company wanted to place his logo there, but at the last moment stopped.

However, he found a place on the rear. Pretty large Logo HTC contrasts with a small camera block, but at least they are on the same line.

The housing of the smartphone has protection against water and dust according to the IP67 standard, the dust cannot fall into it, and at the same time the device can be immersed briefly into the water to the depth of up to 1 meter.

Display

5.5 inch Super LCD 5 The HTC U11 screen has a resolution of 2560 × 1440 points.

According to our measurements, the screen has more than 100% coverage of the SRGB color space, but with a bias in blue and green color, while the default is a rather "cold" color rendering (at 8000k).

The latter can be fixed in the settings and make colors more "Warms", for this there is a separate option. In addition, there is a "blue filter", which allows you to make a "warmer" screen from sunset to dawn, or on your own schedule, reducing the eye load in the evening.

The minimum display brightness in HTC U11 according to our measurements is 4.9 kD / m2, maximum - 406 cd / m2, contrast 1166: 1.

In general, the smartphone display demonstrates a clear picture with bright colors and good viewing angles.

Platform and productivity

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 is installed in HTC U11, operating at 2.45 GHz, as well as the Adreno 540 graphics. In our test model, 4 GB of operational and 64 GB of integrated memory were installed, but there is also a version 6 GB / 128 GB. The smartphone supports the installation of microSD cards, but the tray in it is universal, which means that if the user has two numbers, the memory card place will take the second Nano SIM.

As you can expect from the flagship processor Qualcomm of this year, the performance of HTC U11 is very high. IN test Antutu. Smartphone is gaining more than 171 thousand points. For comparison, Google Pixel XL with last year's top processor SNAPDRAGON 821 gained more than 141 thousand points in the same test.

Thus, the performance of HTC U11 will be enough for any Android applications at least a few years. It also applies to both games, thanks to fast graphics, a smartphone is coping with the most demanding games, whether the Banner Saga or Xcom.

Interface

HTC U11 has an Android 7.1.1 operating system with an HTC Sense interface. In contrast to the first versions of the shell, which made up modifications for Google OS, modern HTC Sense tries to be closer to the Android interface. At the same time, thanks to themes, appearance Icons, fonts, sounds and background images can be changed to your taste.

It is also nice that the HTC decided to use as standard google programs Photo, Google Music and Google Calendar. But it should be noted that the HTC U11 has pre-installed applications from the HTC itself. For example, the Boost + utility, which should allegedly optimize the system, TouchPal keyboard, VIVEPORT shop for buying programs and games for the HTC VIVE virtual reality helmet.

Also, the HTC could not pass by the theme "Virtual Assistants" and added the HTC Sense Companion application to its interface, which, based on user data, should give it useful tips.

But in practice, they are almost always useless and not HTC Sense Companion cannot compete with Google Assistant.

Sensitive Side Rights HTC Edge Sense

An innovation in HTC U11 and in general the unique feature of the device is the sake-sensitive side faces that called HTC Edge Sense. They work quite simply, enough in the settings determine the power of squeezing, it can be one short pressing or long with retention, and you can perform quick actions.

For example, in such a way, you can enable the camera, voice recorder, voice assistant, flashlight, access point, take a screen shot, as well as run any program on the smartphone.

Since squeezing the HTC U11 is easy, the case framework contributes, then you quickly get used to HTC Edge Sense. At least, quickly run the camera is really convenient.

The fingerprint scanner

Below the display on the front side of HTC U11 is the "Home" touch key, which also inscribed the fingerprint scanner. The button turned out to be narrow, the panel under the screen is enough space, and it could be done more.

However, the key is easily blind, and the scanner itself works quickly.

Camera

The main chamber in HTC U11 is 12-megapixel with large pixels 1.4μm, a diaphragm F / 1.7 and optical stabilization.

Despite the fact that the pictures of the smartphone cameras took the last place, in fact, HTC U11 takes pictures very well as for a smartphone. With good lighting, the camera pleases the detail and rarely in automatic mode flies with white balance.

But here there is one exception, with the right light, the camera does not cope with the shadows, flushes with a white balance.

When shooting with poor lighting, detailing drops, noises appear, but for the smartphone, the HTC U11 camera can make excellent night pictures.

Front camera 16-megapixel with a diaphragm F / 2.0. It also provides good details, so selfie lovers will be satisfied.

Audio

Description HTC U11 Pedit with different marketing names that are used for sound technologies in the apparatus. Thus, the HTC is trying to emphasize another positioning of the smartphone as a multimedia device.

Starting with two external BOOOMSOUND speakers, one of which is located on the bottom facility of the case, and the second is combined with a conversational speaker. They sound really loud, in this plan HTC U11 while there is no competition among flagships. In the settings, the boomsound modes can be changed, there are only two of them: "Music" and "Theater".

In the latter, the apparatus is trying to make the sound a little more comprehensive, but due to the small size of the speakers it turns out that bad. So portable musical column The smartphone will not replace, but watching from it movies or video from YouTube, output sound to the built-in speakers, quite comfortable.

In HTC U11, there is no 3.5 mm headphone connector, it replaces the USB Type-C port. For him, HTC has released HTC USonic headphones, which come with a smartphone and work with the same technology that adjusts the sound of the user's hearing feature.

Unfortunately, we had a device on our test without a delivery set, so that neither corporate headphones nor an adapter was. And here it turned out one interesting feature of HTC U11, the device refused to recognize the adapter with USB Type-C by 3.5 mm connector from Xiaomi Mi6 and Moto Z.

Apparently, it works only with a complete adapter. As a result, check the quality of sound through wired headphones did not work. And wireless headphones are connected to HTC U11 via Bluetooth 4.2 with support for A2DP profile and APTX codec, so there are no problems with playback and sound quality, the main thing is to choose good headphones.

Autonomy

The battery built in HTC U11 has a capacity of 3000 mAh, which is enough for one day of the smartphone in the mode of medium load. The latter includes up to 30 minutes of calls per day, active use mail and messengers, social network background update, about an hour of music, reading books and watching video. In the dough autonomy PCMark, a high load smartphone with a brightness of a 200 cD / m2 display lasted 6 hours 37 minutes, which is a good result.

In HTC U11 there is support for quick charging technology Quick Charge 3.0, from 0% of charge up to 50% smartphone is charged in 30 minutes, and full charge It takes 1 hour 50 minutes.

Site rating

Pros: Good Assembly, Water and Dust Protection, Display, Performance, Convenient Interface, Camera, Stereo Dynamics, Fingerprint Scanner, Autonomy, Fast Charging

Minuses: The brand back of the case, do not work third-party adapters from USB Type-C by 3.5 mm headphone connector

Output: HTC U11 is a flagship smartphone with a good 5.5-inch display, high performance, loud external speakers and a camera capable of doing excellent pictures. In this model, HTC first uses sensitive side faces of HTC Edge Sense, which can be configured to start applications or certain actions. Without this option, the smartphone would not be worse, and it is difficult to call it a big advantage, but at least quickly launch the camera through HTC Edge Sense is convenient. With all this, HTC U11 is not highlighted in an interesting design against the background of other flagships and will definitely not compete with them at the expense of a lower price. In addition, the smartphone has a 3.5 mm connector for wired headphones, and for their connection you need an adapter from USB Type-C from HTC, others simply do not work. Nevertheless, it is worth noting that HTC U11 is one of the best company smartphones over the past few years, and he will definitely delight her fans, as well as those who decide to give HTC another chance

12 MP (HTC Ultrapixel 3 s pixel size 1.4 microns, ultra-speed autofocus, BSI sensor, optical stabilization system (OIS), auto shooting timer up to 10 seconds, face recognition, Pro Mode with manual settings, support for long 32-second exposure and recording capability Raw Format, Accelerated HDR Boost mode, Panorama, Hyperlapse video, Slow motion video shooting Slow motion, recording video in 4K standard with 3D audio / Hi-res Audio sound and acoustic amplification Acoustic Focus, simultaneous video shooting video and photo video PIC) , 16 megapixel (BSI Sensor, Fast Makeup in Real Time, Automatic Selfie, Selfie Voice Team, Timer for Selfie Up to 10 seconds, Accelerated HDR Boost Mode, Selfie Panorama) Fingerprint Sensor. Sound: HTC USONIC audio improvement system with active noise cancellation, HTC BOOOMSOUND Hi-Fi Edition Sound System, 3D Audio surrounding sound with 4 built-in microphones, recording Hi-Res audio sound, support for certified Hi-Res Audio sound. Permanent readiness for voice team. Motion Launch gesture management system. Sensor Hub to track physical activity. HTC Connect for wireless streaming audio and video playback from the smartphone. The ring volume decreases if you take a smartphone in your hands. The function of increasing the volume of the call when the smartphone in the bag or pocket is found. The call is turned off when the smartphone is turned off the down screen. Proximity sensor. Motion sensor (G-sensor). Electronic compass. Gyroscope. Magnetic sensor. EDGE SENSOR Case Compression Sensor. Capacitive control keys. DisplayPort image output. HTC Sense Companion is a built-in assistant with artificial intelligence for tips and assistance in affairs.

The editors are grateful to the online store Allo for providing the HTC U11 smartphone for review