HTC announced the launch of the U Play smartphone in 2017. The manufacturer is offering the HTC U Play phone with 5.2 inches display, Mediatek Helio P10 MT6755 chipset, 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage.
The HTC U Play comes with Android OS v7.0 (Nougat) out of the box, and a Li-Po 2500 mAh, non-removable battery.
HTC U Play specifications
| Brand | HTC |
|---|---|
| Name | U Play |
| Model | UPLAY |
| Release date | 2017 |
Body
The weight of HTC U Play is about 5.11 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this HTC phone are average (5.75 x 2.87 x 0.31 inches).
| Weight | 5.11 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.75 x 2.87 x 0.31 inches |
| Colors | black, blue, pink, white |
| SIM type | Nano SIM |
System
The HTC U Play 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 | Mediatek Helio P10 MT6755 |
| CPU | Octa-core, Quad-core 2 GHz Cortex-A53, Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Mali-T860 MP2 |
Display
The size of U Play screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 5.2 inches Super LCD display of HTC U Play with 1080 x 1920 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | Super LCD |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 5.2 inches |
| Resolution | 1080 x 1920 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of HTC U Play (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 U Play 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 U Play 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 | 16 MP |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 16 MP, 4608 x 3456 px, autofocus, optical image stabilization |
| Flash | Dual LED |
Connectivity
The HTC U Play 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 U Play 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 U Play 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 | v4.2, A2DP |
| GPS | A-GPS, GLONASS |
| NFC | yes |
| FM radio | no |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Headphone | no |
Battery
The Li-Po 2500 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 U Play isn't removable without voiding the warranty.
| Type | Li-Po 2500 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 U Play 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 U Play 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. The Dual SIM capability of HTC U Play phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This smartphone supports fast charging technology, which comes in handy when you need quick juice on your device.
| Sensors | accelerometer, compass, fingerprint, gyroscope, light, proximity |
|---|---|
| Specials | Corning Gorilla Glass, Dual SIM, Fast charging |
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 U Play, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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