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HTC Desire 12
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HTC Desire 12

Released: 2018, March 20Price: About 170 EURStatus: Available. Released 2018, June 07

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 8.0 (Oreo)
CPUOcta-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
NFCNo
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Dual13 MP, f/2.2, PDAF, 2 MP, (depth)
Size6.0 inches, 92.9 cm, 2, (~76.7% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandHTC
ModelHTC Desire 12+
PriceAbout 170 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsBlack, Silver, Gold
ModelsDesire 12
Single8 MP, f/2.0
StatusAvailable. Released 2018, June 07
Weight157.5 g (5.57 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm)
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 40
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Internal32GB 3GB RAM
Released2018, March 20
Stand-byUp to 522 h (3G)
Announced2018, March 20
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Talk timeUp to 26 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions158.2 x 76.6 x 8.4 mm (6.23 x 3.02 x 0.33 in)
Resolution720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~268 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

HTC Desire 12 Overview

About HTC Desire 12+ HTC Desire 12+ is another flagship from HTC's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2018. HTC Desire 12+ has a wide variety of great specifications such as 32GB 3GB RAM with Qualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm) , 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 Desire 12 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 Desire 12?

The HTC Desire 12 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 Desire 12 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 Desire 12 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the HTC Desire 12 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does HTC Desire 12 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your HTC Desire 12.