HTC announced the launch of the Bolt smartphone in 2016. The manufacturer is offering the HTC Bolt phone with 5.5 inches display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 MSM8994 chipset, 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage.
The HTC Bolt comes with Android OS v7.0 (Nougat) out of the box, and a Li-Po 3200 mAh, non-removable battery.
HTC Bolt specifications
| Brand | HTC |
|---|---|
| Name | Bolt |
| Model | 2PYB2 |
| Release date | 2016 |
Body
The weight of HTC Bolt is about 6.14 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this HTC phone are average (6.06 x 3.04 x 0.32 inches).
| Weight | 6.14 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6.06 x 3.04 x 0.32 inches |
| Colors | gray, silver |
| SIM type | Nano SIM |
System
The HTC Bolt comes with Android OS v7.0 (Nougat) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software.
| OS version | Android OS v7.0 (Nougat) |
|---|---|
| SoC | Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 MSM8994 |
| CPU | Octa-core, Quad-core 2 GHz Cortex-A57, Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Adreno 430 |
Display
The size of Bolt screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 5.5 inches Super LCD 3 display of HTC Bolt with 1440 x 2560 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | Super LCD 3 |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 5.5 inches |
| Resolution | 1440 x 2560 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of HTC Bolt (3 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (32 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.
| RAM | 3 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal storage | 32 GB |
| Memory card slot | microSD |
Camera
The camera of the Bolt is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus. The main camera of Bolt has optical image stabilization (OIS) to counteract camera shake. Optical image stabilization is a must for anyone shooting without a tripod with a long lens or in low light conditions.
| Selfie camera | 8 MP |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 16 MP, 4672 x 3504 px, autofocus, optical image stabilization |
| Flash | Dual LED |
Connectivity
The HTC Bolt supports 2G, 3G and 4G/LTE networks. 4G is the fourth generation of mobile phone technology. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The Bolt comes with NFC (Near Field Communication) functionality. Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless connectivity technology that makes life easier and more convenient for consumers around the world by making it simpler to make transactions, exchange digital content, and connect electronic devices with a touch. The Bolt phone doesn't have built-in FM radio.
| GSM 2G bands | 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
|---|---|
| Network coverage | 2G / 3G / 4G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | v4.1, A2DP |
| GPS | A-GPS, GLONASS |
| NFC | yes |
| FM radio | no |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
Battery
The Li-Po 3200 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a thin, light-weight, rechargeable battery. No periodic discharge is needed and charging can be done at random. The battery of Bolt isn't removable without voiding the warranty.
| Type | Li-Po 3200 mAh, non-removable |
|---|
Features
Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. The Bolt phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone. This HTC phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Bolt phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. This smartphone doesn't support fast charging technology.
| Sensors | accelerometer, compass, fingerprint, gyroscope, light, proximity |
|---|---|
| Specials | Corning Gorilla Glass 5, Quick Charge |
The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the HTC Bolt, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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