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Pre 3
Released Discontinued 156 g (5.50 oz), 111 x 64 x 16 mm HP webOS 2.2 8GB
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$350.00 PRICE (USD)
3.58 inches 480 x 800 pixels
5 MP 720p
512MB RAM Qualcomm
1230 mAh 18W
Pricing Mode: 🌐 Global (USD $)
Prices Price (USD) USD $350.00 USD
Network Technology
GSM / HSPA
Launch Announced 2011, February. Released 2011, August
Status Discontinued
Body Dimensions 111 x 64 x 16 mm (4.37 x 2.52 x 0.63 in)
Weight 156 g (5.50 oz)
SIM Mini-SIM
Keyboard QWERTY
Display Type TFT
Size 3.58 inches, 36.5 cm2 (~51.4% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~261 ppi density)
Platform OS HP webOS 2.2
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
CPU 1.4 GHz Scorpion
GPU Adreno 205
Memory Card slot No
Internal 8GB 512MB RAM
Main Camera Single 5 MP, AF
Features LED flash
Video 720p
Selfie camera Single VGA
Video 1080p@30fps
Sound Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
Comms WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band
Bluetooth 2.1, A2DP, EDR
Positioning GPS, A-GPS
Radio No
USB microUSB 2.0
Features Sensors Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Features MP3/WAV/eAAC+ player

MP4/H.264 player

Organizer

Document viewer

Voice memo/dial

Predictive text input
Browser HTML, Adobe Flash
Battery Type Removable Li-Ion 1230 mAh battery
Charging 18W wired
Stand-by Up to 300 h
Talk time Up to 5 h
Misc Colors Black
Price About 350 EUR

Mini Review & Verdict

A smart summary of the HP Pre 3

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 HP Pre 3 exemplifies HP'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 3.58 inches , calibrated for precise color rendition, deep contrast, and remarkable outdoor legibility.

Internal computing horsepower is governed by the Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2 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 1230mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds designed to minimize downtime throughout grueling work schedules. With modern network support including steady 4G LTE, the HP Pre 3 emerges as a technically accomplished, impeccably assembled device built for lasting everyday performance.

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