{"id":369,"date":"2021-08-31T08:47:48","date_gmt":"2021-08-31T08:47:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.batteries-company.com\/battery-care\/?p=369"},"modified":"2021-08-31T08:47:48","modified_gmt":"2021-08-31T08:47:48","slug":"new-android-smartphone-htc-sensation-reviews","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.batteries-company.com\/battery-care\/new-android-smartphone-htc-sensation-reviews.htm","title":{"rendered":"New Android Smartphone HTC sensation reviews"},"content":{"rendered":"

Alongside the Samsung Galaxy S2, the HTC Sensation has been laid down as the benchmark for Android success. On paper, this is an absolute stunner, chock-full of the very latest tech and the best software available. But how does it stand up to rigorous testing? Read our review now to find out.<\/p>\n

First impressions<\/h2>\n

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To hold the HTC Sensation is to realise just how far the Taiwanese mobile maker has come in just a few short years. The build feels, well, sensational. Its rounded back means it sits easily in the hand, especially important considering the vast 4.3-inch screen sitting on top.<\/p>\n

Ultimately though, this takes its cues from HTC\u2019s other Android devices, with the same three-tone rear as the Desire S, the same soft keys down below and the wide, tapered earpiece up top.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s not a criticism, more that HTC clearly prefers evolving the look of its phones rather than going in for extreme design overhauls. Add in new HTC Sense software, Full HD video and an ace camera, and you\u2019re looking at a real winner. If you\u2019ve already got a HTC phone, you\u2019ll love this.<\/p>\n

8\/10<\/strong><\/p>\n

Design<\/h2>\n

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As mentioned above, the curved rear makes this phone a delight to handle, whether tapping out texts in portrait mode, or watching video and browsing web pages in landscape. In comparison to its key Android rival, the Galaxy S2, it feels more considered.<\/p>\n

The latter is neat, but lacks design flourishes, while the Sensation\u2019s edge-to-edge glass, well-placed and obvious soft keys and HTC\u2019s standard battery cover make this a better bet.<\/p>\n

That said, this does once again show that Android phone makers are still not quite up to the standards of Apple and Jony Ive. The iPhone 4\u2019s sharp looks still can\u2019t be beaten, but HTC certainly comes close with the Sensation.<\/p>\n

8\/10<\/strong><\/p>\n

Features<\/h2>\n

The Sensation\u2019s key features are all about tweaking and amping-up the Android experience. The 1.2 GHz processor means things move at lightning fast pace, whether that means flipping from app to app, or just scrolling through web pages. 1080p HD video recording is very slick, with images looking beautifully defined.<\/p>\n

As ever, with mobile phones and pocket camcorders, the sound isn\u2019t quite up to snuff. That\u2019s an issue if you\u2019re making a lengthy masterpiece, but not so bad if you\u2019re making quick clips to load up on YouTube. The on board editing smarts aren\u2019t as good as those on the Galaxy S2, however. It\u2019s simply a case of trimming footage before uploading it, rather than being able to cut and move shots. This can be done by snagging a third-party editor from Android Market, but is a shame considering video is at the front and centre of this device.<\/p>\n

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The eight megapixel stills camera is a real winner, however. With dual LED flash, it\u2019s great for taking snaps for social networks and works as an ample compact replacement on nights out, working well in low light. The Instant Capture feature also means you don\u2019t end up missing a shot while the camera tries to catch up with you. It\u2019s a major breakthrough when it comes to camera phones.<\/p>\n

8\/10<\/strong><\/p>\n

Software<\/h2>\n

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Android 2.3\u2019s skills are very much in evidence on the Sensation, with personal hotspot and beefed up keyboard smarts. But it\u2019s HTC Sense 3.0 that steals the show. The active lock screen now lets you dive directly into the camera, email, SMS or phone functions without having to unlock the phone fully. The web browser has been given a makeover too, with multi window access. In practice, this is great, giving a slick approach to the web unseen on other Android devices.<\/p>\n

8\/10<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ease of use<\/h2>\n

HTC Sense 3.0 makes the Sensation one of the breeziest phones to use on the market. Issues could arise if this affects the upgrade path of the underlying Android software, but for now the custom skin makes everything tick along brilliantly. The UI is a doddle to understand and there’s no sluggishness thanks to the 1.2GHz processor. The Sensation is truly stunning.<\/p>\n

9\/10<\/strong><\/p>\n

Specifications<\/h2>\n