In May, the weather was suddenly warmer and it was unpredictable during the summer. In response to the hot weather, the mobile phone ring was playing a lively event every day to attract the attention of the audience. May 25, HTC Released HTC U12+, the first flagship product of this year in Shenzhen.
Throughout the conference, Vive was a well-deserved protagonist and permeated the conference. HTC U12+ seems to be increasingly a 'supporting role'. However, HTC U12+'s performance in the entire mobile phone market naturally does not want to do 'support role' , And as HTC's flagship product this year, how does the HTC U12+ look? Take a look.
Exterior
The overall appearance of the HTC U12+ continues the design of the previous generation U11+. Both aesthetics and feel are taken into account. This year, each flagship has been equipped with a glass body. In this regard, the HTC is clearly ahead of the trend.
HTC U12+ uses a new generation of 3D water glass body on the back, which is very close to the palm of the hand and has a good feel. The back of the HTC U12+ series is very smooth. Although the grip is excellent, there is no sense of security in the hands. Fear that it will fall. Moreover, the back shell of HTC U12+ can be used directly as a mirror, and the problem is that it is easily contaminated with fingerprints, aesthetics and practicality can not be taken into account.
HTC U12+ has a perspective blue, ceramic black and flame red three colors. Among them, perspective blue and previous U11+, made the back shell transparent, you can directly see the components and the structure of the back of the phone, be considered a continuation of the former The tradition of generation is more distinctive.
On the screen, HTC U12+ is equipped with a 6 inch 18:9 ratio Super LCD screen, 2880*1440 resolution, support DCI-P3 color gamut and smart display. Compared with U11, HTC U12+ narrow screen border 2mm, more Excellent. It is worth mentioning that the HTC U12+ uses the same 3D curved glass screen on the front, but there is no arc in the middle, but it is bent around and becomes a part of the frame. It is not easy to see from the front and can be seen from the side. It is clear to see that the middle frame of the HTC U12+ is a metal + glass design.
In the current wave of flagships, the HTC U12+ did not follow suit, but chose a more acceptable style. You can say that you are conservative and obstinate. You can also say that you don’t want to blindly follow the trend. understanding.
HTC U12+ cancels the 3.5mm headphone jack, but the fingerprint is placed on the back. Moreover, the power key and volume key of the HTC U12+ are not traditional mechanical keys, but are similar to the type of the iPhone's Home key, there is no keystroke, but the press The body will have a vibration, similar to the feeling of the motor, HTC official called 'force feedback pressure sensing button'.
HTC U12 + body size is 156.6mm * 73.9mm * 8.7mm-9.7mm, weighing about 188g, in the hands or some weight.
system
In terms of system, HTC U12+ is equipped with HTC Sense 9.0.1 based on Android 8.0. The entire system interface has no special features.
The most distinctive feature is undoubtedly the border touch technology. This time it was updated to version 2.0 on the HTC U12+. It can automatically distinguish left and right hands, and the operation is more relaxed. At the same time, based on previous grip pressure, double clicks and grip gestures were added.
Users can set double-click left or right border to achieve single-handed mode, return, start floating navigation bar, open camera, open Edge Launcher, screenshot, music control, turn on/off WLAN hotspot, etc., and adjust touch sensitivity.
Hold gesture is a gesture set specifically for the screen. There are two functions: 'Smart Steering' and 'Smart Sleep'. We will all encounter this situation when we turn to the screen when we are lying in bed and play the mobile phone. There is no way to lock the screen, but to turn it back in. Smart Steering is a feature specifically designed for this situation. When you hold the phone, the screen will stay in the current mode; Smart Sleep is a good understanding, When we hold the phone and watch the screen, even if the screen sleep time is up, we will not be able to enter the screen.
There are two kinds of gestures: short grip pressure and long grip pressure. The corresponding functions can be set separately. The intensity can also be adjusted.
In addition, HTC U12 + Edge Sense frame touch 2.0 can also be used in the APP, such as zooming in the map, pause music and so on.
In addition to the Edge Sense frame touch 2.0, after updating to the latest Sense 9.0.1, the Vive app also enables connection and interaction with Vive or Vive Focus, for example, VIVE devices can be used to receive calls, receive text messages, etc. in virtual reality.
In addition to the above features, HTC Sense also supports face recognition unlocking, camera interface jitter two before and after switching the lens and other functions.
sound
The sound quality of the HTC U12+ is worth mentioning separately. To be sure, the HTC U12+ continues the classic tradition of the HTC phone, equipped with dual speakers, but this time it is the HTC BoomSound dual speakers Hi-Fi upgrade, with music modes and theaters Mode, can bring more stereo surround sound.
In particular, it is worth mentioning that the HTC U12+ also comes standard with the HTC Usonic smart sonar headphone, equipped with intelligent active noise reduction technology that can automatically sense environmental noise and adjust it in time to ensure that the sound experience is not disturbed by noise, and After inserting the earphone, the sound output of the earphone can be adjusted according to the unique structure, so as to adapt to the user's sense of hearing.
On the whole, the sound experience of HTC U12+ is both satisfying and even surprising.
Taking pictures
HTC U12+ is by far HTC's first dual-camera phone, rear-mounted 12 million HTC UltraPixel® 4 generation wide-angle camera (F/1.75 aperture, 1.4um pixel size) + 16 million pixels (F/2.6 aperture, 1.0um pixel size) Wide-angle + telephoto program, support UltraSpeed full-pixel autofocus 2.0 (phase detection autofocus + laser focus), can achieve 2x optical zoom and 10x digital zoom, support OIS optical image stabilization and EIS electronic image stabilization, rapid HDR2.0 , Face detection, etc. In addition, 4K HD video is also supported.
Front 8 million + 8 million pixel dual camera, f/2.0 aperture, 1.12um pixel size, 84 ° wide-angle, support background blur, face recognition, AR fun stickers and screen flash and beauty mode.
The HTC U12+ scored 103 points in DxOMark, including a score of 106 points and a video score of 95 points. Currently, it ranks second in smartphones, second only to Huawei P20 Pro.
In terms of actual imaging, HTC U12+ has excellent resolving power of 12 million pixels, and the details are very good. In terms of white balance, HTC U12+ is true to the eye, but it is not good for eyeballs, but it is close to the colors seen by the eyes. In addition, HTC U12+ The dynamic range of the display, that is, no overexposure, and dark areas are relatively brightened to retain more details of the shadows.
The HTC U12+'s blurring performance is also satisfactory. It highlights the scene being photographed and supports the adjustment of the first shot focus and blur level.
This time in video shooting is also a highlight of the HTC U12+. First of all, the HTC U12+ supports audio source zoom. It can focus on the specific direction of the screen, to enhance the audio source reception, that is, when you are recording video, the video method, the recorded voice at this time is also It will be followed up. The official stated that compared with the HTC U11, the volume is increased by 60% and the source accuracy is increased by 33%.
In addition, there is a movie-grade auto zoom, zooming more smoothly and naturally.
performance
Performance, HTC U12 + equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor, 6GB RAM + 128GB ROM storage, support for 2TB microSD card expansion.
In other respects, HTC U12+ supports dual card dual 4G and IP68 waterproof and dustproof.
Ann rabbit test, HTC U12 + score reached 257,042 points, belonging to the current level of the first tier, no need to worry about performance. And read and write, HTC U12 + read speed reached 704.71MB / s, write speed 200.07MB /s, to ufs 2.1 level.
Life & Summary
Life, HTC U12 + built-in 3500mAh battery, support QC3.0 fast charge, USB 3.1-Type C port, support power-saving mode, etc.. In the author experience, HTC U12 + battery life is not very good, basically moderate use reluctantly Strong can maintain a day, may also be related to the cause of the engineering machine, because the 3500mAh battery should have a better endurance performance.
Summary: The HTC U12+ is an excellent mobile phone regardless of the appearance of the process design or photographing, sound quality, configuration, etc. Experienced HTC U12+ has many impressive features, especially in the highly competitive mobile phone market environment. It is commendable. However, returning to the price, the selling price of 5,888 yuan is still somewhat prohibitive in today's market. If you add feelings, it may be enough to open the pockets of consumers.
In May, the weather was suddenly warmer and it was unpredictable during the summer. In response to the hot weather, the mobile phone ring was playing a lively event every day to attract the attention of the audience. May 25, HTC Released HTC U12+, the first flagship product of this year in Shenzhen.
Throughout the conference, Vive was a well-deserved protagonist and permeated the conference. HTC U12+ seems to be increasingly a 'supporting role'. However, HTC U12+'s performance in the entire mobile phone market naturally does not want to do 'support role' , And as HTC's flagship product this year, how does the HTC U12+ look? Take a look.
Exterior
The overall appearance of the HTC U12+ continues the design of the previous generation U11+. Both aesthetics and feel are taken into account. This year, each flagship has been equipped with a glass body. In this regard, the HTC is clearly ahead of the trend.
HTC U12+ uses a new generation of 3D water glass body on the back, which is very close to the palm of the hand and has a good feel. The back of the HTC U12+ series is very smooth. Although the grip is excellent, there is no sense of security in the hands. Fear that it will fall. Moreover, the back shell of HTC U12+ can be used directly as a mirror, and the problem is that it is easily contaminated with fingerprints, aesthetics and practicality can not be taken into account.
HTC U12+ has a perspective blue, ceramic black and flame red three colors. Among them, perspective blue and previous U11+, made the back shell transparent, you can directly see the components and the structure of the back of the phone, be considered a continuation of the former The tradition of generation is more distinctive.
On the screen, HTC U12+ is equipped with a 6 inch 18:9 ratio Super LCD screen, 2880*1440 resolution, support DCI-P3 color gamut and smart display. Compared with U11, HTC U12+ narrow screen border 2mm, more Excellent. It is worth mentioning that the HTC U12+ uses the same 3D curved glass screen on the front, but there is no arc in the middle, but it is bent around and becomes a part of the frame. It is not easy to see from the front and can be seen from the side. It is clear to see that the middle frame of the HTC U12+ is a metal + glass design.
In the current wave of flagships, the HTC U12+ did not follow suit, but chose a more acceptable style. You can say that you are conservative and obstinate. You can also say that you don’t want to blindly follow the trend. understanding.
HTC U12+ cancels the 3.5mm headphone jack, but the fingerprint is placed on the back. Moreover, the power key and volume key of the HTC U12+ are not traditional mechanical keys, but are similar to the type of the iPhone's Home key, there is no keystroke, but the press The body will have a vibration, similar to the feeling of the motor, HTC official called 'force feedback pressure sensing button'.
HTC U12 + body size is 156.6mm * 73.9mm * 8.7mm-9.7mm, weighing about 188g, in the hands or some weight.
system
In terms of system, HTC U12+ is equipped with HTC Sense 9.0.1 based on Android 8.0. The entire system interface has no special features.
The most distinctive feature is undoubtedly the border touch technology. This time it was updated to version 2.0 on the HTC U12+. It can automatically distinguish left and right hands, and the operation is more relaxed. At the same time, based on previous grip pressure, double clicks and grip gestures were added.
Users can set double-click left or right border to achieve single-handed mode, return, start floating navigation bar, open camera, open Edge Launcher, screenshots, music controls, turn on/off WLAN hotspot, etc., and adjust touch sensitivity.
Hold gesture is a gesture set specifically for the screen. There are two functions: 'Smart Steering' and 'Smart Sleep'. We will all encounter this situation when we turn to the screen when we are lying in bed and play the mobile phone. There is no way to lock the screen, but to turn it back in. Smart Steering is a feature specifically designed for this situation. When you hold the phone, the screen will stay in the current mode; Smart Sleep is a good understanding, When we hold the phone and watch the screen, even if the screen sleep time is up, we will not be able to enter the screen.
There are two kinds of gestures: short grip pressure and long grip pressure. The corresponding functions can be set separately. The intensity can also be adjusted.
In addition, HTC U12 + Edge Sense frame touch 2.0 can also be used in the APP, such as zooming in the map, pause music and so on.
In addition to the Edge Sense frame touch 2.0, after updating to the latest Sense 9.0.1, the Vive app also enables connection and interaction with Vive or Vive Focus. For example, you can use VIVE devices to receive calls, receive text messages, etc. in virtual reality.
In addition to the above features, HTC Sense also supports face recognition unlocking, camera interface jitter two before and after switching the lens and other functions.
sound
The sound quality of the HTC U12+ is worth mentioning separately. To be sure, the HTC U12+ continues the classic tradition of the HTC phone, equipped with dual speakers, but this time it is the HTC BoomSound dual speaker Hi-Fi upgrade, with music mode and theater Mode, can bring more stereo surround sound.
In particular, it is worth mentioning that the HTC U12+ also comes standard with the HTC Usonic smart sonar headphone, equipped with intelligent active noise reduction technology that can automatically sense environmental noise and adjust it in time to ensure that the sound experience is not disturbed by noise, and After inserting the earphone, the sound output of the earphone can be adjusted according to the unique structure, so as to adapt to the user's sense of hearing.
On the whole, the sound experience of HTC U12+ is both satisfying and even surprising.
Taking pictures
HTC U12+ is by far HTC's first dual-camera phone, rear-mounted 12 million HTC UltraPixel® 4 generation wide-angle camera (F/1.75 aperture, 1.4um pixel size) + 16 million pixels (F/2.6 aperture, 1.0um pixel size) Wide-angle + telephoto program, support UltraSpeed full-pixel autofocus 2.0 (phase detection autofocus + laser focus), can achieve 2x optical zoom and 10x digital zoom, support OIS optical image stabilization and EIS electronic image stabilization, rapid HDR2.0 , Face detection, etc. In addition, 4K HD video is also supported.
Front 8 million + 8 million pixel dual camera, f/2.0 aperture, 1.12um pixel size, 84 ° wide-angle, support background blur, face recognition, AR fun stickers and screen flash and beauty mode.
The HTC U12+ scored 103 points in DxOMark, including a score of 106 points and a video score of 95 points. Currently, it ranks second in smartphones, second only to Huawei P20 Pro.
In terms of actual imaging, HTC U12+ has excellent resolving power of 12 million pixels, and the details are very good. In terms of white balance, HTC U12+ is true to the eye, but it is not good for eyeballs, but it is close to the colors seen by the eyes. In addition, HTC U12+ The dynamic range of the display, that is, no overexposure, and dark areas are relatively brightened to retain more details of the shadows.
The HTC U12+'s blurring performance is also satisfactory. It highlights the scene being photographed and supports the adjustment of the first shot focus and blur level.
This time in video shooting is also a highlight of the HTC U12+. First of all, the HTC U12+ supports audio source zoom. It can focus on the specific direction of the screen, to enhance the audio source reception, that is, when you are recording video, the video method, the recorded voice at this time is also It will be followed up. The official stated that compared with the HTC U11, the volume is increased by 60% and the source accuracy is increased by 33%.
In addition, there is a movie-grade auto zoom, zooming more smoothly and naturally.
performance
Performance, HTC U12 + equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor, 6GB RAM + 128GB ROM storage, support for 2TB microSD card expansion.
In other respects, HTC U12+ supports dual card dual 4G and IP68 waterproof and dustproof.
Ann rabbit test, HTC U12 + score reached 257,042 points, belonging to the current level of the first tier, no need to worry about performance. And read and write, HTC U12 + read speed reached 704.71MB / s, write speed 200.07MB /s, to ufs 2.1 level.
Life & Summary
Life, HTC U12 + built-in 3500mAh battery, support QC3.0 fast charge, USB 3.1-Type C port, support power-saving mode, etc.. In the author experience, HTC U12 + battery life is not very good, basically moderate use reluctantly Strong can maintain a day, may also be related to the cause of the engineering machine, because the 3500mAh battery should have a better endurance performance.
Summary: The HTC U12+ is an excellent mobile phone regardless of the appearance of the process design or photographing, sound quality, configuration, etc. Experienced HTC U12+ has many impressive features, especially in the highly competitive mobile phone market environment. It is commendable. However, returning to the price, the selling price of 5,888 yuan is still somewhat prohibitive in today's market. If you add feelings, it may be enough to open the pockets of consumers.
