Rating 4.0 86 reviews
Manufacturer: HTC
Android Authority
11 years ago

The latest addition to the flagship HTC One series might not see a massive departure in design from its predecessor, but it does bring more refined aesthetics and an improved software experience, along with a shift in focus away from the Ultrapixel camera, even if it's not completely gone.
Pros:
  • Metal construction improved
  • Two tone coloration is subtle
  • keeps phone neutral
  • Handling is better with less slippery material choice on back
  • lip on sides
  • Display at 1080p is not missing a step
  • BoomSound speakers still stellar
  • Battery life just above average
  • Sense 7 brings great speed and...
Cons:
  • Phone is thicker than before
  • Sharper edges might displease some users in handling
  • Camera experience very uneven even in well lit situations despite move to 20.7 megapixels
  • Low light performance takes a major hit
  • New sense contextual elements might be annoying to some users
Read more on Android Authority
Mobile Choice UK
11 years ago

HTC One M9 in-depth review - Not just a pretty face

The moment every lover of good design was waiting for finally arrived in March. The invites had been sent off in February and we all waited with (almost) breathless anticipation. In 2013, HTC One had swept the Mobile Choice Consumer Awards.
Pros:
  • Boom Sound now comes with Dolby Audio
  • Incredibly premium looks
  • Themes
  • Sense 7 overlay is intuitive
Cons:
  • Over-heating issue
  • Camera usage in low-light conditions dodgy
Read more on Mobile Choice UK
Geekzone
11 years ago

HTC One M9 review

For years mobile phones were piece of plastic. Some looked good, but still had that cheap feeling of thin plastic. Long time smartphone manufacturers helped change this with the introduction of its HTC One M7 flagship device a couple of years ago and improved on that with its HTC One M8 last year.
Read more on Geekzone
V3
11 years ago

HTC One M9 review

Featuring a powerful Snapdragon 810 processor, improved camera and elegant metal design the One M9 is a solid Android Lollipop smartphone that will meet most users' needs.
Pros:
  • Premium metal design
  • top-end performance
  • improved camera
  • Android 5.0 Lollipop
Cons:
  • Average battery life
  • same screen as the One M8
Read more on V3
Gadget Guy
11 years ago

A safe choice: HTC's One M9 (2015) reviewed

HTC's 2015 flagship is here, and it's speedy, shiny, and supremely solid. Can HTC out-do the Samsung Galaxy S6 before it even comes out? HTC M series over the past few years, with the One M7 (2013) on the left, the One M8 (2014) in the middle, and the One M9 (2015) on the right.
Pros:
  • Very
  • very solid
  • Aesthetically pleasing
  • Easy to customise
  • System performance is mighty snappy
  • Fast 4G speeds
  • HTC's front-facing BoomSound speakers are still awesome
  • Infrared port still included
  • and yes
  • it can control a TV
  • Upgradeable via microSD slot
  • High-res audio support included,...
Cons:
  • Chassis lip can feel a little strange in the hand
  • and removes the slick unibody feeling of the prior two models
  • The M9 can get mighty warm over use
  • Mediocre battery life
  • Camera can be a little slow to start up and doesn't offer the best image quality out of the box
  • No ruggedisation
  • Screen...
Read more on Gadget Guy
T3
11 years ago

HTC One M9 review

A stunning design with oodles of power inside – but has HTC forgotten about the basics again?
Pros:
  • Sleek design
  • Cool theme generator
  • Improved sound
Cons:
  • Battery isn't great
  • Camera rather average
  • a little on the pricey side
Read more on T3
review.goodgearguide.com.au
11 years ago

HTC One (M9) review: The weakest One in the trilogy

The third generation One smartphone from HTC has gone on sale in Australia. Changes include a camera that has jumped five-fold in size to 20-megapixels, support for more LTE bands and a meticulous approach to smartphone design.
Pros:
  • Ultrapixel front camera
  • BoomSound speakers
  • Powerful processing hardware
Cons:
  • Poor rear camera
  • Battery life
  • Expensive
Read more on review.goodgearguide.com.au
techguide.com.au
11 years ago

HTC knows that when you're on a good thing – you stick to it. That was obviously the thinking behind its latest flagship smartphone – the One M9 – because it looks almost identical to last year's popular model.
Read more on techguide.com.au
Tom's Guide
11 years ago

HTC One M9 Review: A Step Backwards

It's not a good sign when your lead designer quits days before the launch of your flagship phone. Apart from some innovative software features, there's little to recommend the HTC One M9 over any competing device.
Pros:
  • Excellent speakers
  • Nifty personalization features
  • Uh Oh insurance will replace damaged phone
Cons:
  • Sharp edges
  • Short battery life
  • Poor viewing angles
Read more on Tom's Guide
Digitaltrends
11 years ago

HTC One M9 Review

The HTC One M9 is a great Android phone, but there are options that are slightly better.
Pros:
  • A top-tier Android phone
  • Two-toned metal design is stylish
  • Android 5.0 Lollipop looks great
  • Themes are a fun way to customize the UI
Cons:
  • Poor battery life
  • Power/volume buttons awkward to press
  • Annoying bezel and ledge on the edges
  • Just an average camera
Read more on Digitaltrends
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