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HTC One (M8) for Windows
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HTC One (M8) for Windows

Released: 2014, August. Released 2014, NovemberPrice: About 300 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSMicrosoft Windows Phone 8.1.1
CPUQuad-core 2.3 GHz Krait 400
GPUAdreno 330
NFCYes
SIMNano-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size5.0 inches, 68.9 cm, 2, (~66.7% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper LCD3
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
BrandHTC
ModelHTC One (M8) for Windows
PriceAbout 300 EUR
RadioStereo FM radio, RDS
SpeedHSPA 42.2/21.1(AT&T)/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
CameraPhoto, /, Video
ColorsGunmetal Gray
Single5 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight160 g (5.64 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8974AB Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - EMEA
4G bands3, 7, 8, 20 - EMEA
FeaturesHDR
Internal32GB 2GB RAM
Released2014, August. Released 2014, November
Announced2014, August. Released 2014, November
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, aptX
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions146.4 x 70.6 x 9.4 mm (5.76 x 2.78 x 0.37 in)
ProtectionTo be confirmed
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerVoice 66dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 75dB
PerformanceBasemark X: 11892
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Battery (old)Endurance rating 79h
Infrared portYes

HTC One (M8) for Windows Overview

About HTC One (M8) for Windows HTC One (M8) for Windows is a discontinued device from HTC's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2014. HTC One (M8) for Windows has a wide variety of great specifications such as 32GB 2GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8974AB Snapdragon 801 (28 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 One (M8) for Windows 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 One (M8) for Windows?

The HTC One (M8) for Windows 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 One (M8) for Windows 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 One (M8) for Windows void warranty?

Yes, rooting the HTC One (M8) for Windows will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does HTC One (M8) for Windows run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your HTC One (M8) for Windows.