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HTC Nexus 9
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HTC Nexus 9

Released: 2014, October. 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

OSAndroid 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.1.1 (Nougat)
CPUDual-core 2.3 GHz Denver
GPUKepler DX1
NFCYes
SIMNano-SIM (cellular model only)
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size8.9 inches, 257.7 cm, 2, (~73.5% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
BrandHTC
ModelHTC Nexus 9
PriceAbout 300 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps - cellular model only
Video720p
CameraPhoto, /, Video
ColorsIndigo Black, Lunar White, Sand
Single1.6 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight425 g (Wi-Fi) / 436 g (3G/LTE) (14.99 oz)
ChipsetNvidia Tegra K1
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20
FeaturesLED flash
Internal16GB (Wi-Fi)/ 32GB (LTE), 2GB RAM
Released2014, October. Released 2014, November
Stand-byUp to 720 h (3G)
Announced2014, October. Released 2014, November
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, aptX
Card slotNo
Talk timeUp to 9 h 30 min (multimedia) (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions228.2 x 153.7 x 8 mm (8.98 x 6.05 x 0.31 in)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Resolution1536 x 2048 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~281 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
PerformanceBasemark OS II 2.0: 1540Basemark X: 28244
PositioningGPS, GLONASS - cellular model only

HTC Nexus 9 Overview

About HTC Nexus 9 HTC Nexus 9 is a discontinued device from HTC's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2014. HTC Nexus 9 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB (Wi-Fi)/ 32GB (LTE), 2GB RAM with Nvidia Tegra K1 , 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 Nexus 9 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 Nexus 9?

The HTC Nexus 9 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 Nexus 9 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 Nexus 9 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the HTC Nexus 9 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does HTC Nexus 9 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your HTC Nexus 9.