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HTC First
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HTC First

Released: 2013, April. Released 2013, AprilPrice: About 200 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.1 (Jelly Bean), Facebook Home UI
CPUDual-core 1.4 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 305
NFCYes
SIMMicro-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size4.3 inches, 51.0 cm, 2, (~62.2% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot
BrandHTC
ModelHTC First
PriceAbout 200 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA
VideoN/A
ColorsWhite, Black, Red, Pale Blue
Single1.6 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight123.9 g (4.34 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8930 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands2, 4, 5, 17 - AT&T
FeaturesLED flash
Internal16GB 1GB RAM
Released2013, April. Released 2013, April
Stand-byUp to 432 h
Announced2013, April. Released 2013, April
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
Card slotNo
Talk timeUp to 14 h 20 min
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions126 x 65 x 8.9 mm (4.96 x 2.56 x 0.35 in)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~342 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio qualityNoise -89.7dB / Crosstalk -88.8dB
Battery (old)Endurance rating 57h

HTC First Overview

About HTC First HTC First is a discontinued device from HTC's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2013. HTC First has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 1GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8930 Snapdragon 400 (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 First 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 First?

The HTC First 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 First 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 First void warranty?

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

What Android version does HTC First run?

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