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HTC Desire U
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HTC Desire U

Released: 2013, January. Released 2013, JunePrice: About 150 EURStatus: Discontinued

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Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
CPU1.0 GHz
NFCOptional
SAR1.31 W/kg (head) 0.96 W/kg (body)
SIMDual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size4.0 inches, 45.5 cm, 2, (~61.7% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
BrandHTC
ModelHTC Desire U
PriceAbout 150 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA
Videow480p@30fps
ColorsWhite, Black, Orange
Single5 MP, AF
StatusDiscontinued
Weight114 g (4.02 oz)
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
2G bandsGSM 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsHSDPA 900 / 2100
FeaturesLED flash
Internal4GB 512MB RAM
Released2013, January. Released 2013, June
Announced2013, January. Released 2013, June
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, aptX
Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions118.5 x 62.3 x 9.3 mm (4.67 x 2.45 x 0.37 in)
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningNo

HTC Desire U Overview

About HTC Desire U HTC Desire U is a discontinued device from HTC's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2013. HTC Desire U has a wide variety of great specifications such as 4GB 512MB RAM , 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

A verified root guide for HTC Desire U is not yet published. Avoid flashing files from unrelated device variants.

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 U?

The HTC Desire U 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 U 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 U void warranty?

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

What Android version does HTC Desire U run?

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