- Conclusion Get the lowdown
- Features How it compares
- Performance Real world benchmarks
- Differences Technical showdown
- Reviews Word on the street
- Competition Others to consider
- Discussion Answers and opinions
HTC One V
- Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
- 3.5G
- 3.7"
- 1 GHz
#2 in 2012 MetroPCS phones
Released April, 2012
Rated 71% by by The Verge (Apr, 2012)It's also a nice touch that the earbuds now have a ribbon-style tangle-free cable.
Conclusion Check out the HTC One V
First reviewed April, 2012
Features Key features of the HTC One V
1 GHz
Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich 3.5G
by GSM Arena (Apr, 2012)Ergonomically, it feels great and fits the hand very well, while the weight is just right - not too heavy and not too light.
screen size
3.7"
4.5"
4"
One V by TrustedReviews (May, 2012)On the multimedia front, the smaller screen here means video and games have much less visual impact than on larger models, but given how popular the iPhone's small screen is, we can hardly complain.
One V by George-E.-Jelly--GeorgeJ (Oct, 2012)I am very impressed with this phone - beautiful (although small-ish) display and build quality.
screen resolution
One V by TrustedReviews (May, 2012)The 480 x 800 pixel resolution clearly isn't all that high but you hardly notice a difference in real world use between it and the super dense display of the iPhone 4/4S..
One V by TrustedReviews (May, 2012)The maps provide reasonable detail and they're a useful extra for if you're in an area with no phone signal (assuming you've previously downloaded the map) but overall the experience isn't a patch on GoogleMaps.
memory
| 0 GB | 1 GB  | 1 GB |
processor
One V by c|net (Jul, 2012)I'm talking a massive screen, 4G LTE data where you can get it, plus a nimble dual-core processor...the clear choice for die-hard Android fans.
One V by GSM Arena (Apr, 2012)That said, the HTC One V must realize that it's mostly dual core smartphones it is about to compete with.
camera resolution
| 0 MP | 8 MP  | 8 MP |
One V by c|net (Jul, 2012)Of course, the One V's 5-megapixel shooter has lower resolution than the 8-megapixel sensors found in many of today's high-end smartphones.
One V by c|net (Apr, 2012)Despite only having a 5-megapixel camera, the One V has a backside-illuminated (BSI) sensor.
Performance Real world tests of HTC One V
cpu speed
One V by TrustedReviews (May, 2012)Sure it would be nice if the camera and processor were both a little bit better but overall we've completely fallen for the combination of features on offer here.
One V by GSM Arena (Apr, 2012)Samsung's most recent addition to the midrange, the Ace 2, is a dual-core droid with the unusual clock speed of 800 MHz.
Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors
pros
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3.5 mm -
Android Market (Android) -
Capacitive -
5 MP -
Many games and videos on the Internet require Adobe Flash -
60 x 120 x 9 mm -
115 g -
Listen to music and news from local radio stations -
Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich -
Play games and use applications that take advantage of device rotation -
Share your cellphone's data plan with other devices -
9 mm
cons
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No sense of direction when standing still -
Dead batteries may require the entire phone to be replaced -
None -
Single core -
Some newer payment by phone methods require NFC -
Doesn't support the fastest, most reliable networks -
Reviews Word on the street
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Screen
HTC One V | Rated 70% by by c|net (Jul, 2012)Despite its minute size, the display produces accurate colors and wide viewing angles.
HTC One V | Rated 70% by by c|net (Jul, 2012)That said, the images I shot outdoors in strong to moderate sunlight were more pleasing, with bright, well-saturated colors.
HTC One V | by GSM Arena (Apr, 2012)And while it doesn't have the Super AMOLED or Super IPS LCD2 screens found in its One series siblings, it manages crisp colors and decent contrast.
Camera
HTC One V | Rated 70% by by c|net (Aug, 2012)Equipped with its BSI (Back Side Illuminated) sensor and nimble auto focus, I was able to shoot pictures of fast-moving children - something that gives many phone cameras can't handle.
HTC One V | by GSM Arena (Apr, 2012)The back panel contains the 5MP camera lens and the LED flash along the top.
HTC One V | by GSM Arena (Apr, 2012)Colors are okay, too and we should give the camera a pat on the back for being extra fast.
Apps
HTC One V | by GSM Arena (Apr, 2012)The HTC One V is capable of handling all sorts of messages - SMS, MMS, email.
HTC One V | Rated 100% by by Luis-Enrique (Jun, 2012)The problem with the speaker, i just find out it was with one song i play a lot, so it actually works great, its just the sound enhacer that changes the music sound.
HTC One V | by GSM Arena (Apr, 2012)If you're using the music player, the playback controls show up on the lockscreen (as usual), but weirdly you cannot drag the music player widget into the ring to unlock and go directly to it.
Operating system
HTC One V | by GSM Arena (Apr, 2012)The superior ecosystem of the Google OS is what should give the One V confidence in this battle, though.
HTC One V | Rated 70% by by c|net (Jul, 2012)Useful third-party software on the One V includes the Kindle e-book reader, the Audible audiobook subscription service, and TuneIn Internet radio (a personal favorite).
HTC One V | Rated 71% by by The Verge (Apr, 2012)I’m also left wondering what effect this will have on software updates, where different versions of Sense have to be built for each handset.
Video
HTC One V | by GSM Arena (Apr, 2012)The video playing interface on the HTC One V offers a view mode toggle (full screen or best fit) and you can scrub through videos.
HTC One V | by GSM Arena (Apr, 2012)There's no dedicated video player app onboard the HTC One V, video files can be accessed in the All videos subfolder in the Gallery.
HTC One V | Rated 90% by by TrustedReviews (May, 2012)Size wise, it does feel almost restrictive compared to the monster 4in models we've been seeing – you can't for instance read a fullscreen webpage, and video doesn't have the same impact – but in actual fact it's essentially the same width as the iPhone and about 5mm taller.
Competition What else you should consider
 | 1 | HTC Desire X Rated the best by consumers Desire X vs One V |
 | 2 | Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 Long standby time Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 vs HTC One V |
 | 3 | Samsung Galaxy S II Most built-in storage Samsung Galaxy S II vs HTC One V |
 | 4 | Samsung Galaxy S Duos 4-way tie: Has a gyroscope Samsung Galaxy S Duos vs HTC One V |
 | 5 | Samsung Galaxy Victory 4G LTE Better than usual battery capacity Samsung Galaxy Victory 4G LTE vs HTC One V |
 | 6 | LG Optimus Elite 4-way tie: Supports NFC LG Optimus Elite vs HTC One V |
 | 7 | Samsung Galaxy Reverb 8-way tie: Supports Flash Samsung Galaxy Reverb vs HTC One V |
 | 8 | ZTE Engage Newest on the market ZTE Engage vs HTC One V |
New duel?
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Sony Xperia U
- Android 2.3 Gingerbread
- 3.5G
- 3.5"
- Dual core 1 GHz
4 more Sortable users recommended the Sony Xperia U over the HTC One V.
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votes Xperia u would have been a perfect phone but the fact that it only comes with 4gb of storage and it has no sd card slot just ruins everything. Plus the htc comes with ics straight out of the box
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votes Gaming: The HTC V would be better since it has a better processor, making games smoother. Watching videos: The HTC V would be better since it has a bigger screen which makes watching more...
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Sony Xperia Sola
- Android 2.3 Gingerbread
- 3.5G
- 3.7"
- Dual core 1 GHz
It's a tie. Cast the deciding vote!
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votes The HTC V would probably better since 1) it has access to much more apps/games (due to a newer version of android) and 2) it has multitasking which I don't think the Sony Sola (2.3) the Sola...
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