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First
Released Discontinued 123.9 g (4.34 oz), 126 x 65 x 8.9 mm Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), Facebook Home UI 16GB
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$200.00 PRICE (USD)
4.3 inches 720 x 1280 pixels
5 MP 1080p
1GB RAM Qualcomm
2000 mAh Li-Po
Pricing Mode: 🌐 Global (USD $)
Prices Price (USD) USD $200.00 USD
Official Price Global About 90 EUR
Network Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Launch Announced 2013, April. Released 2013, April
Status Discontinued
Body Dimensions 126 x 65 x 8.9 mm (4.96 x 2.56 x 0.35 in)
Weight 123.9 g (4.34 oz)
SIM Micro-SIM
Display Type Super LCD
Size 4.3 inches, 51.0 cm2 (~62.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~342 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass
Platform OS Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), Facebook Home UI
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8930 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPU Dual-core 1.4 GHz Krait
GPU Adreno 305
Memory Card slot No
Internal 16GB 1GB RAM
Features eMMC 4.5
Main Camera Single 5 MP, AF
Features LED flash
Video 1080p@30fps
Selfie camera Single 1.6 MP
Sound Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
Comms WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth 4.0, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS
NFC Yes
Radio FM radio
USB microUSB 2.0
Features Sensors Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Battery Type Li-Po 2000 mAh, non-removable
Stand-by Up to 432 h
Talk time Up to 14 h 20 min
Misc Colors White, Black, Red, Pale Blue
Price About 200 EUR
Our Tests Audio quality Noise -89.7dB / Crosstalk -88.8dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 57h

Mini Review & Verdict

A smart summary of the HTC First

Advantages

  • Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio

Disadvantages

  • Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
  • Fixed internal storage configuration without expandable MicroSD card support

Engineered from the ground up with a focus on structural poise and industrial refinement, the HTC First exemplifies HTC's contemporary hardware craftsmanship. The exterior is assembled with a structurally reinforced chassis, providing a rigid backbone that resists torsional stress while remaining comfortable during prolonged handheld sessions. Up front, visual interaction is commanded by a responsive IPS LCD display measuring 4.3 inches , calibrated for precise color rendition, deep contrast, and remarkable outdoor legibility.

Internal computing horsepower is governed by the Qualcomm MSM8930 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm) architecture. The silicon handles heavy compute workloads, high-framerate rendering, and extensive background multitasking with robust thermal dissipation and zero perceptible UI hesitation. On the photographic front, the optics module—centered on a 5MP primary sensor—operates with disciplined exposure metering, yielding natural contrast balance and reliable detail preservation across diverse lighting scenarios.

Sustained endurance is delivered by a 2000mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds designed to minimize downtime throughout grueling work schedules. With modern network support including steady 4G LTE, the HTC First emerges as a technically accomplished, impeccably assembled device built for lasting everyday performance.

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