HTC One M9 Review: Top Specs and Features Summary - Premium Device Showcases Enhanced Camera, Speakers and Design
The HTC One M9 might be the doppelganger of its predecessor, the HTC One (M8), but there is no doubt that the new HTC flagship has all the features of a premium device. Here are the best features of the newly released smartphone from HTC.
Upgraded Camera
HTC has left behind the much criticized 4 ultrapixel camera which was present on the HTC One (M8). Instead, it opted to use a 20-megapixel camera covered with a sapphire lens on the rear of the HTC One M9. This makes the M9 one of the best smartphones in the market camera-wise. It even beats the 16-megapixel version present in the Galaxy S6 and the S6 Edge. However, the company did not completely do away with its experiment with ultrapixels as it moved the ultrapixel camera to the front where its ability to capture good low-light shots will come handy when taking selfies.
BoomSound Speakers with Dolby Surround Sound
HTC has upgraded the BoomSound speakers on its latest smartphone. Music output is further enhanced by the new Dolby Surround Sound. This undoubtedly will provide one of the best sound experiences to smartphone users.
Community Themes
On the HTC One M9 is a library of themes that users can employ to change the phone's icons, fonts and action buttons. This has been labeled as the "community theme" feature by HTC. It provides much more customization options to users than any other device.
Memory Slot
With the Samsung Galaxy S6 and its edge variant having no memory slots, the HTC One M9 is one of the few newly released smartphones that have this facility. This can be used to add up to 128 GB of external storage.
Color Coordination
For the fashion conscious, the HTC One M9 can take a selfie and then restyle its theme to match the color of the user's clothes.
Design
When it comes to design, HTC has again over delivered and provided the smartphone with a lovely aluminum body that is hand polished. The company has also shown that it has no problem experimenting with colors as the HTC One M9 comes in four colors – gun metal, gold, silver/rose gold, and gold/pink.