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HTC U11 life Specifications

General IconGeneral
Panel typeSLCD
Screen shapeFlat
Second displayNo
Display diagonal5.2 \
Touch technologyMulti-touch
Touchscreen typeCapacitive
Processor cores8
Processor familyQualcomm Snapdragon
Processor frequency2.2 GHz
RAM capacity3 GB
Compatible memory cardsMicroSD (TransFlash)
Maximum memory card size2000 GB
Internal storage capacity32 GB
Flash typeLED
Rear camera typeSingle camera
Video recording modes1080p, 2160p
Rear camera aperture number2
Rear camera resolution (numeric)16 MP
4G standardLTE
2G standardsEDGE, GPRS, GSM
3G standardsHSDPA, HSUPA
SIM card typeNanoSIM
Wi-Fi standards802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Bluetooth version5.0
3G bands supported850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz
4G bands supported700, 800, 850, 1700, 1800, 1900, 2100, 2600 MHz
SIM card capability-
2G bands (primary SIM)850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz
Mobile network generation4G
Subscription typeNo subscription
USB version2.0
USB connector typeUSB Type-C
HDMI ports quantity0
Headphone connectivity3.5 mm
Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS)Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) is a standard way to send messages that include multimedia content to and from a mobile phone over a cellular network
Form factorBar
Product colorBlue
International Protection (IP) codeIP67
ThemesWallpapers
PersonalizationIcons, Menu, Shortcuts
Personal info management (PIM)Alarm clock, Calculator, Calendar, Events reminder, Notes, To-do list
Audio formats supported3GP, AAC, FLAC, IMY, M4A, MID, MP3, MP4, OGG, OTA, RTTTL, RTX, WAV, XMF
Video formats supported3GP, MKV, MP4, TS, WEBM
PlatformAndroid
Google applicationsGoogle Maps, Google Play, YouTube
App distribution platformGoogle Play
Operating system installedAndroid 8.0
Talk time (3G)22 h
Battery capacity2600 mAh
Standby time (3G)108 h
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth8.1 mm
Width72.9 mm
Height149.09 mm
Weight142 g

Summary

Features You'll Enjoy

Edge Sense

Utilize the phone's squeeze feature to launch apps or perform actions.

Camera Features

Enhance photos with HDR Boost and Pro mode capabilities for better image quality.

HTC USonic Earphones

Tune audio to your ears with personal profiles and active noise cancellation.

Fingerprint Sensor

Securely unlock your phone using your fingerprint for quick access.

Android 8.0 Features

Experience new features like Picture-in-picture for multitasking.

Notification Handling

Manage notifications effectively using snooze and notification dots.

Unboxing and Setup

HTC U11 life Overview

Familiarize yourself with the phone's layout, buttons, and connectors.

Card Tray Installation

Learn how to properly insert and remove the nano SIM and microSD card tray.

Nano SIM Card

Instructions for inserting and removing the nano SIM card correctly.

Storage Card Usage

Use a storage card for photos, videos, and music; learn how to manage it.

Charging the Battery

Recommended steps and precautions for charging the phone's battery.

Water and Dust Resistance

Understand the IP67 rating and precautions for maintaining water and dust resistance.

Cleaning and Drying Procedures

Detailed instructions for cleaning and drying the phone after exposure to contaminants or water.

Switching Power On/Off

Learn how to turn the phone's power on and off using the POWER button.

Setting Up Your Phone

First-Time Setup Process

Guide to setting up your HTC U11 life, copying data, and configuring basic settings.

Adding Your Social Networks and Accounts

Sync contacts, calendars, and emails by adding your online accounts.

Fingerprint Scanner Setup

Register and set up your fingerprint for quick and secure phone unlocking.

Your First Week With Your New Phone

Sleep Mode Management

Conserve battery power by using Sleep mode and learn how to wake the phone.

Lock Screen Operations

Understand how to unlock, interact with notifications, and secure your lock screen.

Touch Gestures Guide

Learn various touch gestures like Tap, Press and Hold, Swipe, Drag, and Flick for navigation.

Getting to Know Your Settings

Navigating Settings

Explore basic settings for network, display, sound, and security.

Using Quick Settings

Easily access and customize frequently used settings like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

Capturing Your Phone's Screen

Learn how to take screenshots of your phone's display for sharing.

Restarting Your Phone (Soft Reset)

Troubleshoot unresponsiveness by performing a soft reset of the phone.

Notification LED Indicators

Understand the meaning of different LED light colors and patterns for notifications.

Notifications Panel Usage

View, dismiss, and interact with notifications received on your phone.

Managing App Notifications

Customize which app notifications to mute, block, or override Do Not Disturb settings.

Selecting, Copying, and Pasting Text

Learn to select, copy, and paste text efficiently on your phone.

Entering Text by Speaking

Use voice input to type text, including punctuation, for hands-free messaging.

Edge Sense

What is Edge Sense?

Understand how Edge Sense allows intuitive interaction via squeezing the phone.

Setting Up Edge Sense

Configure Edge Sense for basic or advanced modes and customize squeeze actions.

Taking Camera Shots with Edge Sense

Launch the camera and take photos instantly by squeezing the phone.

Changing Squeeze Actions

Customize squeeze gestures to perform different actions or launch other apps.

Enabling Advanced Edge Sense Mode

Activate Advanced mode for squeeze and hold gestures and customize actions.

Voice Typing with Edge Sense

Use voice input for typing text directly into apps via Edge Sense.

Adjusting Squeeze Force Level

Tune Edge Sense sensitivity to prevent accidental actions and improve detection.

Assigning In-App Actions

Customize squeeze gestures to perform specific tap or double-tap actions within apps.

Updates

Checking System Software Version

Verify your current Android version before installing system updates.

Installing App Updates

Manage app updates from Google Play Store, including auto-updates.

Home Screen Layout and Fonts

Setting Your Home Screen Wallpaper

Customize your phone's appearance by setting a new wallpaper.

Changing Default Font Size

Adjust the font size on your phone for improved readability.

Widgets and Shortcuts

Customizing the Favorites Bar

Personalize the favorites bar for quick access to frequently used apps.

Adding Home Screen Widgets and Shortcuts

Add widgets and shortcuts to your home screen for at-a-glance information.

Grouping Apps and Shortcuts

Organize apps and shortcuts into folders on the home screen and favorites bar.

Sound Preferences

Changing Ringtone and Notification Sound

Customize your phone's ringtone and notification alert sounds.

Tuning HTC USonic Earphones

Optimize your audio experience by tuning USonic earphones for personalized sound.

Managing Active Noise Cancellation

Turn Active Noise Cancellation on or off to manage ambient noise for clear audio.

Taking Photos and Videos

HTC Camera Overview

Learn multiple ways to launch the Camera app and its basic modes.

Choosing a Capture Mode

Switch between various camera modes like Photo, Video, and Pro for different shooting scenarios.

Capture Mode Settings

Adjust settings for specific capture modes like Photo, Video, and Selfie.

Setting Photo Quality and Size

Configure photo quality, aspect ratio, and size for your images.

Tips for Better Photos

Follow tips on holding the phone and cleaning lenses for improved photo capture.

Achieving Clear, Sharp Shots

Learn techniques for focus, exposure, HDR Boost, and steady shooting for clarity.

Setting Video Resolution

Choose the desired video resolution for your recordings.

Taking Photos While Recording Video (VideoPic)

Capture still photos while recording a video using the VideoPic feature.

Taking Selfies Automatically

Use camera settings to automatically capture selfies by smiling or staying still.

Taking Selfies with Voice Commands

Capture selfies using voice commands like 'Cheese' or 'Action'.

Quickly Adjusting Photo Exposure

Use Touch autoexposure to adjust brightness and exposure in real-time.

Taking Continuous Camera Shots

Capture action shots of moving subjects by holding the shutter button.

Using HDR Boost

Improve photo clarity in challenging lighting with HDR Boost.

Panoramic Selfie Modes

Capture wide-angle panoramic selfies using Selfie Panorama mode.

Taking a Panoramic Photo

Capture wide landscape shots by panning the phone horizontally.

Advanced Camera Features

Recording Videos in Slow Motion

Create dramatic slow-motion videos to capture fast action.

Recording a Hyperlapse Video

Produce time-lapse videos with Hyperlapse mode for fast-motion effects.

Manually Adjusting Camera Settings

Take expert control of camera settings like white balance, exposure, and ISO in Pro mode.

Taking a RAW Photo

Capture detailed RAW photos in DNG format for advanced post-processing.

Phone Calls

Making a Call

Learn how to make calls by dialing numbers, using contacts, or call history.

Answering or Rejecting Calls

Manage incoming calls by answering, rejecting, or sending text messages.

Setting Up a Conference Call

Connect multiple participants for a conference call with family or colleagues.

Call History Management

Review call history, block numbers, and add contacts from call history.

SMS and MMS

Sending Text and Multimedia Messages

Compose and send SMS and MMS messages with text, photos, and videos.

Sending Group Messages

Send messages to multiple contacts simultaneously using group SMS or MMS.

Blocking Unwanted Contacts

Block messages and calls from unwanted contacts to keep your inbox clean.

Contacts

Your Contacts List

View, search, and manage your contacts stored on your Google Account.

Adding a New Contact

Add new contacts manually or import them from your SIM card.

Editing Contact Information

Modify existing contact details, including names, numbers, and photos.

Grouping Contacts into Labels

Organize contacts by grouping them under custom labels for easier management.

Battery

Tips for Extending Battery Life

Conserve battery power by managing connections, display, and app usage.

Using Battery Saver Mode

Activate Battery saver mode to reduce power consumption and extend battery life.

Checking Battery Usage

Monitor how apps and system components consume battery power.

Battery Optimization Settings

Manage battery optimization for apps to prolong standby time.

Storage

Freeing Up Storage Space

Tips to free up phone storage by managing photos, videos, and apps.

Copying Files Between Devices

Learn to copy or move files between phone storage, storage card, and computer.

Unmounting the Storage Card

Properly unmount the storage card before removal to prevent data corruption.

Backup and Reset

Backing Up Your Phone to Google Drive

Automatically back up app data, settings, and device configurations to Google Drive.

Resetting Network Settings

Resolve connectivity issues by resetting network settings for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and mobile data.

Resetting Your Phone (Hard Reset)

Perform a factory data reset to restore the phone to its initial state.

Installing and Removing Apps

Getting Apps from Google Play Store

Discover and install apps from the Google Play Store.

Uninstalling an App

Remove downloaded apps you no longer need from your phone.

Working With Apps

App Shortcuts

Quickly access app functions by pressing and holding app icons.

Multi-tasking (Split-Screen View)

Use two apps simultaneously on the screen for efficient multitasking.

Controlling App Permissions

Manage app permissions to control access to phone data and features.

Setting Default Apps

Choose default apps for browsing, messaging, and other common tasks.

Google Photos

Viewing and Editing Photos/Videos

Browse, edit, and share your photos and videos using the Google Photos app.

Enhancing RAW Photos

Edit RAW photos captured with the HTC Camera app for improved detail and quality.

Trimming and Editing Videos

Trim videos and adjust playback speed for slow motion or Hyperlapse effects.

Mail

Viewing Your Gmail Inbox

Access and manage your received emails in the Gmail inbox.

Sending and Replying to Emails

Compose, send, reply to, and forward email messages efficiently.

Adding and Switching Email Accounts

Set up and switch between multiple email accounts within the Gmail app.

Internet Connections

Turning Data Connection On or Off

Manage your mobile data connection to save battery and data charges.

Managing Data Usage

Monitor your data usage, set warnings, and manage data limits.

Wi-Fi Connection

Connect to Wi-Fi networks for internet access and manage saved networks.

Connecting to VPN

Set up and connect to Virtual Private Networks for secure network access.

Using Phone as Wi-Fi Hotspot

Share your phone's internet connection by turning it into a Wi-Fi hotspot.

Sharing Internet via USB Tethering

Connect your computer to the internet using your phone's data via USB.

Wireless Sharing

Turning Bluetooth On or Off

Enable or disable Bluetooth for wireless device connectivity.

Connecting a Bluetooth Headset

Pair and connect a Bluetooth headset for audio and hands-free calls.

Receiving Files via Bluetooth

Accept and view files transferred wirelessly via Bluetooth.

Using NFC (Near Field Communication)

Share content instantly and use contactless payments with NFC.

Common Settings

Do Not Disturb Mode

Manage notifications and calls to avoid disturbances, with customizable exceptions.

Blocking Visual Disturbances

Configure Do Not Disturb to block pop-up notifications and visual alerts.

Allowing Exceptions to Do Not Disturb

Set up contacts or apps to bypass Do Not Disturb mode for important alerts.

Setting a Do Not Disturb Schedule

Schedule Do Not Disturb mode to turn on and off automatically based on time or events.

Location Settings

Configure location modes (High accuracy, Battery saving) for apps based on needs.

Airplane Mode Operations

Understand Airplane mode's function and how to enable/disable it.

Automatic Screen Rotation

Toggle automatic screen orientation between portrait and auto-rotate modes.

Setting Screen Timeout

Adjust the idle time before the screen automatically turns off to conserve battery.

Screen Brightness Adjustment

Manually set screen brightness or use Adaptive brightness for optimal viewing.

Night Light Feature

Reduce eyestrain by shifting display colors to warmer tones in the evening.

Adjusting Display Size

Resize items and fonts on the screen for easier viewing and readability.

Touch Sounds and Vibration

Customize touch sounds and vibration feedback for screen interactions.

Changing Display Language

Select and set your preferred display language and regional variant.

Security Settings

Assigning a PIN to a Nano SIM Card

Protect your SIM card by assigning a Personal Identification Number (PIN).

Setting a Screen Lock

Secure your phone with a pattern, PIN, or password to prevent unauthorized access.

Setting Up Smart Lock

Configure Smart Lock to keep your phone unlocked in trusted situations.

Turning the Lock Screen Off

Disable the lock screen for easier access, though a screen lock is recommended.

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