HTC announced the launch of the One M8S smartphone in 2015. The manufacturer is offering the HTC One M8S phone with 5 inches display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 MSM8939 chipset, 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage.
The HTC One M8S comes with Android OS v5.0 (Lollipop) out of the box, and a Li-Po 2840 mAh, non-removable battery.
HTC One M8S specifications
| Brand | HTC |
|---|---|
| Name | One M8S |
| Model | ONEM8S |
| Release date | 2015 |
Body
The weight of HTC One M8S is about 5.64 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this HTC phone are average (5.76 x 2.78 x 0.38 inches).
| Weight | 5.64 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.76 x 2.78 x 0.38 inches |
| Colors | amber gold, glacial silver, gunmetal gray |
| SIM type | Nano SIM |
System
The HTC One M8S comes with Android OS v5.0 (Lollipop) 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 v5.0 (Lollipop) |
|---|---|
| SoC | Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 MSM8939 |
| CPU | Octa-core, Quad-core 1.7 GHz Cortex-A53, Quad-core 1 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Adreno 405 |
Display
The size of One M8S screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 5 inches Super LCD3 display of HTC One M8S with 1080 x 1920 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | Super LCD3 |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 5 inches |
| Resolution | 1080 x 1920 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of HTC One M8S (2 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (16 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.
| RAM | 2 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal storage | 16 GB |
| Memory card slot | microSD |
Camera
The camera of the One M8S 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.
| Selfie camera | 5 MP |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 13 MP, 4128 x 3096 px, autofocus |
| Flash | Dual LED |
Connectivity
The HTC One M8S 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 One M8S 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 One M8S phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.
| 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 | yes, with RDS |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), USB Host |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
Battery
The Li-Po 2840 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 One M8S isn't removable without voiding the warranty.
| Type | Li-Po 2840 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. 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 One M8S 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, barometer, compass, gyroscope, proximity |
|---|---|
| Specials | HTC Sense 7 |
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 One M8S, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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