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HTC Vivid
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HTC Vivid

Released: 2011, October. Released 2011, NovemberPrice: About 160 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI
CPUDual-core 1.2 GHz Scorpion
GPUAdreno 220
SAR1.28 W/kg (head) 1.09 W/kg (body)
SIMMini-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size4.5 inches, 55.8 cm, 2, (~64.6% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeS-LCD, 256K colors
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
BrandHTC
ModelHTC Vivid
PriceAbout 160 EUR
RadioStereo FM radio, RDS
SpeedHSPA, LTE
VideoN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Single1.3 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight176.9 g (6.21 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm APQ8060 Snapdragon S3
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands4, 17
FeaturesDual-LED flash
Internal16GB 1GB RAM
Released2011, October. Released 2011, November
Stand-byUp to 288 h
Announced2011, October. Released 2011, November
Bluetooth3.0, A2DP
Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 7 h 40 min
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions128.8 x 67.1 x 11.2 mm (5.07 x 2.64 x 0.44 in)
Resolution540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Battery (old)Endurance rating 42h

HTC Vivid Overview

About HTC Vivid HTC Vivid is a discontinued device from HTC's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2011. HTC Vivid has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 1GB RAM with Qualcomm APQ8060 Snapdragon S3 , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

HTC Vivid can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the HTC Vivid?

The HTC Vivid supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does HTC Vivid support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many HTC devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting HTC Vivid void warranty?

Yes, rooting the HTC Vivid will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does HTC Vivid run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your HTC Vivid.