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HP Pre 3
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HP Pre 3

Released: 2011, February. Released 2011, AugustPrice: About 350 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSHP webOS 2.2
CPU1.4 GHz Scorpion
GPUAdreno 205
SIMMini-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size3.58 inches, 36.5 cm, 2, (~51.4% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeTFT
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band
BrandHP
ModelHP Pre 3
PriceAbout 350 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
VideoN/A
ColorsBlack
SingleVGA
StatusDiscontinued
Weight156 g (5.50 oz)
BrowserHTML, Adobe Flash
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 900 / 1900 / 2100
FeaturesLED flash
Internal8GB 512MB RAM
KeyboardQWERTY
Released2011, February. Released 2011, August
Stand-byUp to 300 h
Announced2011, February. Released 2011, August
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP, EDR
Card slotNo
Talk timeUp to 5 h
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions111 x 64 x 16 mm (4.37 x 2.52 x 0.63 in)
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~261 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, A-GPS

HP Pre 3 Overview

About HP Pre 3 HP Pre 3 is a discontinued device from HP's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2011. HP Pre 3 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 8GB 512MB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2 , 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

HP Pre 3 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 HP Pre 3?

The HP Pre 3 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 HP Pre 3 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many HP 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 HP Pre 3 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the HP Pre 3 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does HP Pre 3 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your HP Pre 3.