HTC Sensation XE 10.9 cm (4.3") Single SIM 3G Micro-USB A 0.75 GB 4 GB 1730 mAh Black

HTC Sensation XE 10.9 cm (4.3") Single SIM 3G Micro-USB A 0.75 GB 4 GB 1730 mAh Black

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Brand : HTC
Product family : Sensation
Product series : XE
Product name : XE
Product code : 4710937361902
GTIN (EAN/UPC) : 4710937361902
Category : Smartphones
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Long product name HTC Sensation XE 10.9 cm (4.3") Single SIM 3G Micro-USB A 0.75 GB 4 GB 1730 mAh Black :
4.3" 540 x 960, 1.5 GHz, 4 GB, 768 MB RAM, FM, 8 MP, 1080p HD video, 3.5 mm, micro-USB 2.0, 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0, GPS, 1730 mAh, Android
Short summary description HTC Sensation XE 10.9 cm (4.3") Single SIM 3G Micro-USB A 0.75 GB 4 GB 1730 mAh Black :
HTC Sensation XE, 10.9 cm (4.3"), 540 x 960 pixels, 0.75 GB, 4 GB, 8 MP, Black
Long summary description HTC Sensation XE 10.9 cm (4.3") Single SIM 3G Micro-USB A 0.75 GB 4 GB 1730 mAh Black :
HTC Sensation XE. Display diagonal: 10.9 cm (4.3"), Display resolution: 540 x 960 pixels. Processor frequency: 1.5 GHz. RAM capacity: 0.75 GB, Internal storage capacity: 4 GB. Rear camera resolution (numeric): 8 MP, Rear camera type: Single camera. SIM card capability: Single SIM. Battery capacity: 1730 mAh. Product colour: Black. Weight: 151 g

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Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:18

Average rating:83

Uk has collected 129 expert reviews for HTC Sensation XE 10.9 cm (4.3") Single SIM 3G Micro-USB A 0.75 GB 4 GB 1730 mAh Black and the average expert rating is 83 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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tracyandmatt.co.uk

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:16

Average rating:0

Last year HTC experienced a massive loss in the smartphone market due to poor sales and a lack of brand awareness. This was in part due to the massive success of the Samsung Galaxy S2 which pretty stormed the Android market for 2012. However, one phone...

This is definitely a phone I could see myself buying right now! It doesn't feel like this phone was released over half a year ago now. The processor doesn't feel out of date with it's rapid speeds. The OS doesn't feel that out of date either now thanks...

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expertreviews.co.uk

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:16

Average rating:100

The XE is the second Beats Audio-branded smartphone we've seen, after the HTC Sensation XL. The HTC Sensation XE is a far more powerful beast, though, with a dual-core 1.5GHz processor rather than the XL's single-core chip. It's also a Beats-branded ha...

A capable, fast smartphone with above-average headphones at a good price...

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tech.uk.msn.com

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:16

Average rating:90

HTC What is it? HTC's flagship handset, the Sensation, with a Beats by Dr. Dre overhaul and a faster processor. What's great The great Beats features and premium headphones; tough, glossy display and distinctive design; impressive video capture. What's n...

whathifi.com

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:16

Average rating:60

Earlier in 2011 bought a controlling stake in Beats Electronics, the company best known for its Beats by Dr. Dre range of headphones, one of the most successful brands in recent tech history.As a result, we can expect to see Beats' technology and bran...

Build, smart branding, inclusion of iBeats buds, fast and intuitive, clean, clever interface...
Video struggles with dark scenes, over-cooked bass, battery life isn't great...

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wired.co.uk

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:17

Average rating:80

HTC's other Beats-flavoured smartphone is the Sensation XE (we've already reviewed the Sensation XL) and though it's undeniably smaller, it's actually the higher-end model of the two.DesignIt trims a few millimetres off top and sides and adds another t...

Good screen. Beats Audio technology. Fast processor. Good 8megapixel camera...
May be too big for some pockets...
Of HTC's two Beats phones, the Sensation XE adds a better screen, faster processor and expandable memory to an 8-megapixel camera, plus it good sounds, all for more or less the same price. If you don't actually need a huge screen, this is the one to go...

T3.com

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:17

Average rating:80

The HTC Sensation XE is an updated version of the HTC Sensation (first released in April 2011). Several aspects have been given a makeover, but the headliner is the addition of Beats by Dre technology, which HTC suggests makes this the go-to smartphone...

Bass-blasting Beats Audio, Speedy performance, Good build quality...
Light on built-in storage, Non-AMOLED screen, Beats doesn't suit all music...
Despite being a revamped Sensation, the Sensation XE’s extra power and the addition of Beats Audio (plus quite possibly the best headphones ever to be packaged with a phone) mean it’s no mere ‘special edition’. The effectiveness of Beats does depend t...

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digitalversus.com

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:17

Average rating:100

The speaker and the mic do a perfect job with phone calls, which are clear and audible for both parties. Unfortunately, we can't say the same for the very average quality of the speakerphone mode. As ever, Android handles contacts excellently. We didn'...

Good grip, easy to hold and not too bulky despite the big screen, Powerful hardware, Software is easy to use, High resolution display, Good quality audio output...
Supplied headphones are dreadful, Rather limited battery life...
Tough and easy to use, the HTC Sensation XE strikes the right balance between the smaller physical size of mid-range smartphones and the raw power of high-end models. It can do anything you want with no trouble at all and doesn't take up too much room...

theregister.co.uk

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:17

Average rating:80

HTC’s original Sensation hit the ground running in the spring, bringing with it a dual-core processor - the first time HTC had used one - and one of the firm's best ever cameras. This new version beefs up the processor and adds Beats Audio technology t...

The HTC Sensation XE is a terrifically high powered handset with a speedy processor, lush screen, HTC’s best camera and now it’s best ever sound too. ® Thanks to Clove for the review sample. More Smartphone ReviewsSamsung Galaxy NexusMotorola RazrNoki...

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Zdnet.com.au

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:17

Average rating:85

Tweet Submit HTC has had a huge year, releasing eight new smartphones in Australia and up to 30 devices globally. With a range as large as this, it's likely you'll find duplication of designs and ideas amongst its ranks. The Sensation XE is, as its...

Cool colour palette, Beats Audio headphones, Good battery life...
Gets warm with extended use, TVout requires extra cables, Needs more internal storage, Older version of Android and Sense compared with Sensation XL...
The Sensation XE delivers as many other HTC handsets have this year, and is made cooler by its Beats Audio colours and the great headphones bundled with the handset.

goodgearguide.com.au

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:17

Average rating:75

The HTC Sensation XE runs the 2.3 or "Gingerbread" version of Google's Android operating system, with the company's Sense UI overlay sits on top. Sense 3.0 gives the Sensation XE a new lock screen, which comes with four customisable shortcuts that can...

Black and red colour is attractive, Included urBeats in-ear headphones, Unibody aluminium design...
Not as snappy as we'd have liked, Very little improvements over original, Exclusive to Vodafone...
The HTC Sensation XE is by no means a bad Android phone, but none of its features blew us away. We love the red and black design and the urBeats headphones are a nice inclusion, but average battery life and less than stellar performance detract from its a...

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trustedreviews.com

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:17

Average rating:80

The HTC Sensation XE is the first Beats-branded phone. In case you have no interest in headphones and don't watch TV - Beats is the Dr. Dre-endorsed range of audio products from Monster. Beats was once the preserve of headphone buyers, but has recently sp...

Great build, High quality bundled earphones, Fast processor...
Screen quality iffy, Camera autofocus unreliable, Red trim a bit tacked-on...
The HTC Sensation XE is a powerful phone with a powerful brand attached to it - Dr. Dre's Beats. However, for the most part it's just like the original Sensation. It has a faster processor, but this isn't hugely apparent in normal usage. Build quality is...

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pocket-lint.com

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:17

Average rating:80

We've seen a trend in 2011 that we didn't really see in previous years: the "update phone". HTC kicked off 2011 with a wide range of "S" models and we've had "plus" models from Motorola and Samsung. The pace of change sees Android manufacturers clamou...

Powerful handset, great audio performance with great headphones in the box, good screen, responsive camera...
wkward timing means it doesn't deliver the latest from Sense or Android, Beats isn't integrated throughout, sometimes Sense doesn't make sense...
An accomplished handset, the HTC Sensation XE is a comprehensive device out of the box, but it is an incremental upgrade over the older version and Beats offers more in terms of cool brand value than anything else...

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pcadvisor.co.uk

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:17

Average rating:0

This is a preview, once a full review is available this story will be updated) Described as a "mega-powerful, multimedia superphone", the HTC Sensation XE is an update to the existing HTC Sensation. It's the first smartphone in the world with integrat...

Current HTC Sensation owners may feel a tad disappointed with the announcement of the HTC Sensation XE. While this is largely the same smartphone, the boost in processing speed and battery life alone is enough to justify its existence, and the Beats Au...

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techradar.com

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:17

Average rating:90

Now the Sensation XE sports Ice Cream Sandwich it jumps in between the quad-core One X and the mid-range One S in HTC's line up.The Sensation XE goes up against devices such as the iPhone 4S, Samsung Galaxy S2 and Motorola Razr and can now be picked up fo...

Great screen, Contacts and social networking implementation is top-notch, Fantastic keyboard, Full Flash internet, Camera...
Seven home screens not expandable, Battery life is poor, Autofocus can be erratic, Friend Stream needs improving, Resizing video for MMS issue...
The HTC Sensation - a great phone that just got better. It's between this, the Galaxy S2 and iPhone 4S for the phone of moment...

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3g.co.uk

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:18

Average rating:80

HTC has managed to improve on one of the best handsets it ever produced. The Sensation XE has a speedier chip, better battery life and the benefits of improved music quality. The improvement in the sound quality from the Beats headphones and Beats A...

Great design; excellent audio capabilities...
Improved battery life, although not perfect...
One of the best Android handsets on offer at the moment, especially if you're a music fan...

itreviews.com

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:18

Average rating:80

Review date: 10 October, 2011. Review by: Paul Lester HTC has done a great job of furthering Android's influence on the smartphone market, and since the wildly successful HTC Desire has continued furnishing us with equally as impressive successions su...

Superb design, performance, and operation, with Beats audio adding genuine quality to audio playback...
Aside from Beats audio for music aficionados, not a lot of significant improvements are apparent over the origin...
We think the Sensation XE is, as a package, HTC's most impressive handset yet, but unless you're a serious music nut it's hard to justify the extra outlay over the similar specced, identically sized and now significantly cheaper Sensation. Admittedly t...

delimiter.com.au

Updated:
2014-03-23 03:42:14

Average rating:0

It isn't often we see the sequel of a phone released within a few months of the original. Come to think of it, we're not sure it's ever happened before. But that's how quickly HTC is churning out smartphones these days. Not that it's really a bad t...

HTC has made a great smartphone even better with the Sensation XE, but the improvements are minor. This is good news for owners of the original Sensation, leaving them with far less to envy in the newer model, although we can't help feeling that HTC shou...

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techradar.com/au/

Updated:
2014-04-12 05:26:43

Average rating:90

The HTC Sensation XE built well on the success of the original Sensation, but since the launch of Ice Cream Sandwich toting handsets at MWC 2012 it is in need of an update to keep up with the pack.HTC has done just that providing the Sensation XE with And...

Updated to Ice Cream Sandwich, Great screen, Contacts and social networking implementation is topnotch, Fantastic keyboard...
Seven home screens not expandable, Autofocus can be erratic, Resizing video for MMS issue...
The HTC Sensation XE is an excellent mobile and for any audiophile out there, this sound be taken into serious consideration. The upgrade to Ice Cream Sandwich and Sense 3.6 has breathed new life into the Sensation XE, allowing it to happily compete in t...

technave.com

Updated:
2016-12-29 18:26:18

Average rating:0

HTC has decided to get all hippity-hop happy with its latest smart phone, the HTC Sensation XE . It's a refreshed version of the brilliant HTC Sensation that packs Beats audio tech, as well as a faster processor and improved battery life.The HTC Sensation...

With a more powerful processor and the promise of better battery life, the HTC Sensation XE could be much more than just a cheap branding tie-in.Tags: HTC Sensation XE, HTC Sensation, HTC Sensation XE Malaysia, HTC Sensation XE Malaysia price, HTC Sensati...

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technobaboy.com

Updated:
2016-12-29 18:26:18

Average rating:90

It's quite hard to review a phone that's similar in most respects to an older model I already extensively reviewed. The HTC Sensation XE with Beats Audio is essentially the Sensation handset, save for a few specs bump and color tweaks, so most of the thin...

The HTC Sensation XE with Beats Audio is a very attractive looking handset. In most respects it is the same as the older HTC Sensation but with the addition of red accents, a faster 1.5GHz processor, an improved 1730mAh battery, and of course, Beats audio...

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hardwarezone.com.my

Updated:
2016-12-29 18:26:18

Average rating:0

We reviewed the HTC Sensation back in July this year; the smartphone was pretty impressive, scoring a high 9 on the HWZ scale for its overall performance. The smartphone was released while the industry was thrust into the thick of outfitting their phones...

The Sensation performed admirably in our review as we mentioned in the opening lines of this review - it's a capable, value for money high-end smartphone that comes with a perfect balance between features and performance. With the exception of its underwh...

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hardwarezone.com.ph

Updated:
2016-12-29 18:26:18

Average rating:0

We reviewed the HTC Sensation back in July this year; the smartphone was pretty impressive, scoring a high 9 on the HWZ scale for its overall performance. The smartphone was released while the industry was thrust into the thick of outfitting their phones...

The Sensation performed admirably in our review as we mentioned in the opening lines of this review - it's a capable, value for money high-end smartphone that comes with a perfect balance between features and performance. With the exception of its underwh...

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tbreak.ae

Updated:
2016-12-29 18:26:18

Average rating:80

Before I started writing this review, I checked out the date I published the original HTC Sensation review and it was just under four months back. At that time, there was plenty of excitement as the Sensation was going head-to-head with the Samsung Gal...

Looks great, Fast performance, beats audio and headset...
Camera not as impressive anymore, gets a little hot...
So those are the four features that separate the original sensation from the XE. Honestly speaking, an enthusiast can easily overclock their Sensation to the same clock speeds as the XE and possibly higher, buy the higher capacity battery and invest in...

techtree.com

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:16

Average rating:70

HTC Sensation XE MRP: 32,700 Street Price (As on 02-March-2012): Rs 31,700 ( Saholic.com ; Infibeam.com ); Rs 32,250 ( Letsbuy.com ) The original Sensation struck a fine balance between being an eye-candy and its performance. This time around, it's back a...

Dualcore CPU, 1080p video recording, Decent build quality.
WiFi reception issue, No AMOLED screen, Lacklustre camera, Mediocre sound quality...
The 1730 mAh battery managed to keep the device up for 5 hours and 20 minutes under heavy use. This isn't good, but then battery performance is the weakest point for most dual-core Android phones. The XE has a snappy UI and decent build quality. Addition...

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thinkdigit.com

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:17

Average rating:80

Exceptionally sensational! That is what the Sensation XE is, well and truly. It carries forward the good looks of the elder cousin, and just improves on that a teeny bit. The performance is massively different, and network loss/ death grip issues don...

The HTC Sensation XE is well and truly a brilliant device. It leaves its elder sibling, the Sensation far behind - in terms of performance and being what it is supposed to be, a phone. Yet, brings along with it a superb build quality and a very classy...

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cellphonequick.com

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:17

Average rating:0

The HTC Sensation XE is an updated version of HTC’s excellent Sensation dual-core Android smartphone, now packing a slightly faster processor, slightly larger battery, some red highlights, and a pair of Beats Audio in-ear headphones. While the updates...

Great build, High quality bundled earphones, Fast processor...
Camera autofocus unreliable, Red trim a bit tackedon...
HTC may have been forgiven if it had simply dropped the iBeats headphones into the box and pushed the Sensation XE out of the door. But thankfully the company has bolstered the Sensation’s power by including a faster 1.5GHz dual-core processor. This m...

tech2.com

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:17

Average rating:70

Presenting the Sensation XE, HTC’s attempt at reviving the former''s name and this time they’ve come with reinforcements from Beats Audio. To give them some credit, at least they haven't thrown in a faster CPU and called it a day unlike some (yes...

At a street price of Rs. 33,990, it’s about Rs. 3000 more than the old Sensation. But, for that extra money, you do get a bigger battery, more onboard storage for apps, a slightly faster CPU and Beats in-earphones, which in itself is worth roughly Rs...

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mobileburn.com

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:17

Average rating:90

Sponsored links, if any, appear in green. The HTC Sensation XE is an updated version of HTC's excellent Sensation dual-core Android smartphone, now packing a slightly faster processor, slightly larger battery, some red highlights, and a pair of Beats...

Speedy 1.5GHz processor, large qHD display, HTC Sense 3.0 user interface...
No metal unibody, only 1GB useable internal storage, perhaps too large for some people...

phonearena.com

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:17

Average rating:85

The restless HTC has recently been branching out its smartphones, trying to fill market niches it feels are underserved, like female-oriented handsets, or phones with an enhanced audio experience. For the latter it entered into cooperation with Beats...

Comes with a high quality set of headphones, Very good background noise cancellation for outgoing calls, Both processor and battery capacity are upped compared to the original Sensation, Cool red highlights set the Sensation XE design apart, Stereo audio recording during 1080p HD video capture...
Beats Audio isn't much else than a sound profile, The microphones are set on too sensitive while recording video, No FLAC format support, The picture quality from the 8MP camera could be better...
We say kudos to HTC for trying to diversify the Android lineup branching into specialized smartphones like the audio-oriented Sensation XE, an upgrade to one already excellent flagship. However, we are not impressed by the minor improvements. As there...

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mobilechoiceuk.com

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:18

Average rating:80

A great phone with lots going for it, especially in audio terms. If you’re after a good Android phone this is one of the best on the market. Others to consider Sony Ericsson Live with Walkman Apple iPhone 4S User opinions(1) Sensation XEFinally, an obj...

Great styling, outstanding audio features...
A great phone with lots going for it, especially in audio terms. If you’re after a good Android phone this is one of the best on the market...

hardwarezone.com.sg

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:18

Average rating:90

We reviewed the HTC Sensation back in July this year; the smartphone was pretty impressive, scoring a high 9 on the HWZ scale for its overall performance. The smartphone was released while the industry was thrust into the thick of outfitting their phon...

Solid build quality and funky exterior, Bundled Audio Beats inears, Smooth performance, Affordable...
Low battery mileage...
The Sensation XE, like its top-end peers, comes armed with an 8-megapixel sensor and a pair of LED flash. This setup is similarly found on the Sensation, and unsurprisingly, the results are pretty much the same here. Images turned out average at best;...

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tbreak.com

Updated:
2013-11-09 08:32:18

Average rating:80

Before I started writing this review, I checked out the date I published the original HTC Sensation review and it was just under four months back. At that time, there was plenty of excitement as the Sensation was going head-to-head with the Samsung Gal...

Looks great, Fast performance, beats audio and headset...
Camera not as impressive anymore, gets a little hot...
So those are the four features that separate the original sensation from the XE. Honestly speaking, an enthusiast can easily overclock their Sensation to the same clock speeds as the XE and possibly higher, buy the higher capacity battery and invest in...

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recombu.com

Updated:
2014-03-26 03:39:34

Average rating:80

The HTC Sensation XE is essentially a sexed-up, turbo-charged version of the original HTC Sensation.The XE features big Beats Audio branding, an improved sound profile for compatible headphones, a faster processor and a bigger battery as well which ought...

Faster processor, Overall slicker experience than the original HTC Sensation, Huge 4.3-inch screen is great for web browsing, Powerful 8-megapixel camera...
Not running latest version of HTC Sense, Small amount of internal memory, Battery life isn't great...

androidauthority.com

Updated:
2014-08-15 08:42:11

Average rating:0

The HTC Sensation XE and the Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S are two great Android smartphones that are gaining popularity nowadays. The Sensation XE is one of the first to get the new Beats branding while the Xperia Arc S comes from the famous Xperia product...

All in all the HTC Sensation XE has a bigger advantage over the Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S. Indeed the Xperia Arc S is more fashionable to look at, but the Sensation XE is sturdier and more durable. The two devices may have nearly similar screen sizes...

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