HTC has announced that several of its more recent handsets will be receiving the Android 9.0 Pie update. While this is good news, the firm did not go into detail about when these updates would arrive.
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HTC hasn't been doing so well for quite some time. But in June, it set a new record for losses when it reported a sales slump of nearly $72 million. The firm recently let 1,500 employees go.
HTC announced its Black Friday deals today, and it will be offering a $50 discount on its flagship U11, $400 off of the Bolt, and various other discounts and free accessories in the U.S. and Canada.
Ahead of its launch in Taipei of a new device, new information has surfaced that could see HTC offer a smartphone with a translucent casing option, along with the more traditional black and silver.
The rumors have been swirling the past couple of months in regards to HTC's upcoming handset. Now, the firm has teased an image of the device, showing off how it looks on the rear.
If you were hoping that HTC would reveal its beastly U11 Plus at its November event in Taipei, prepare to have your hopes dashed. It is now being reported that the event will be for the U11 Life.
HTC announced earlier in August that its U11 handset would receive the Android 8.0 Oreo update by the end of the year. Now, it looks like that update is in its final stages of development.
The Taiwanese company had its worst financial performance in 13 years last month, leading to a report that it may be close to selling its smartphone group, or at least become a "strategic partner."
HTC's U11 had a lot to prove given the disappointing results of last year's models. Luckily, through a combination of great engineering and good specs, the U11 is a flagship worthy of recognition.
After making its way through Asia and the US, HTC is now making its 128GB variant of the U11 available for pre-order in Europe. The device not only offers more storage but also comes with 6GB RAM.
HTC confirmed on Twitter today that it will be bringing Android 8.0 Oreo to its U11 flagship by the end of the year, and updates for the U Ultra and 10 will follow. It also teased new products.
Today, HTC announced on Twitter that the 10, U Ultra, and U11 will be receiving an upgrade to Android 8.0 Oreo, and that additional devices and details will be announced at a later date.
"When Android O becomes available," HTC said, "U11 owners all over the world will be able to enjoy the benefits of Bluetooth 5.0" - but it hasn't yet said when it expects that update to reach the U11.
It was only a couple days ago that HTC announced that its U11 handset would be gaining the ability to record video at 60fps. Now, the update has started to arrive on some handsets.
HTC announced today that it will be offering three months of Amazon Music Unlimited with the purchase of a U11 handset from htc.com or Amazon.com. The promo runs until the end of September.
HTC made plenty of lofty claims about the U11's camera at its launch event three months ago, but it still can't record 60fps video. Support for that feature is on the way - but it'll take a while.
HTC hasn't been shy about offering discounts on its latest handset, the U11. While the $729 128GB model just debuted in the US, the firm is still making it possible to get it for a better price.
HTC announced today that beginning at midnight Eastern Time, the 128GB U11 will be available for pre-order, and it also announced a number of deals on its other devices, such as the 10 and U Ultra.
HTC announced today that its HTC Alexa app is available beginning today. The company promises that it will offer a hands-free experience, despite the fact that the device must first be unlocked.
HTC has teased the arrival of Amazon's Alexa to its U11 handset via its Twitter account. The intelligent personal assistant has been quite popular and should be a welcome addition to the device.
According to a new leak, HTC is working on a mid-range device, code-named "Ocean Life", featuring the U11's killer feature. Having Edge Sense technology, the device seems to be a mini U11.
Once again, HTC has discounted its latest flagship handset, the U11, making it available for $599. If interested you simply just have to enter the promotional code during checkout.
The Pixel and Pixel XL were built by HTC. They were praised for performance, but many did not like the bland design. New information has surfaced that could indicate HTC building Pixel's successor.
The HTC U11's Edge Sense offers a unique experience when it comes to performing actions on a smartphone. Now, the firm has teased its upcoming update that will expand its capabilities.
When HTC announced the U11, it also revealed a variety of colors - some not available in the US. But starting tomorrow, HTC will make its Solar Red variant available for pre-order in the US.
HTC has stated that in less than a month, the U11 has outsold its predecessors, the M9 and 10. This is a bit of good news for the firm, considering that it has been struggling the past few years.
When a new device hits the market, you can be sure there will be someone out there that will abuse it to tests its limits. The HTC U11 has been subjected to tests and unfortunately doesn't do so well.
If you are looking to get some quality time with HTC's latest handsets, including the recently announced U11, you might want to head to a Meet U fan event taking place in several cities in the US.
If you were hoping to score a great price on HTC's latest, U11, now might be a perfect time. For what can be assumed as a limited time promotion, HTC is knocking $50 off the retail price.
HTC has officially announced its new flagship phone, just two months after its last flagship went on sale. The U11's key selling point is the ability to 'squeeze' it to activate apps and features.
