Announced around the second week of September, the HTC Sensation XE has arrived in the Philippines. It’s the big brother of the original HTC Sensation but comes with Beats Audio plus a few more upgrades.
The Sensation XE has that same big, solid body as the first one with a large 4.3″ screen and that signature HTC design.
There are a few subtle changes added to the Sensation XE. A red accent is found on the speaker grilles, the navigational touch panel, the camera ring and the large Beats Audio logo at the back. The Beats Audio logo will also show up on boot-up, just before the swish animation from HTC.
The other biggest upgrade tot he Sensation XE is the 1.5GHz dual-core processor, a 25% bump from the previous 1.2GHz on the older Sensation. Our Quadrant Standard core puts it at 2249, around 10% higher than the 2033 score of the original Sensation. Battery capacity is also increased to 1730 mAh which should help extend daily use of the handset.
Contrary to earlier reports though, the Sense UI is still at 3.0 instead of the Sense 3.5 we were expecting.
Of course, the Beats Audio is what most people are excited about the Sensation XE. The package comes with a Beats AUdio headphones, 4 extras ear buds, and a small Beats pouch. The earphones are just great — long rubber cord, in-line remote controls and very comfortable on the ears.
Paired with the HTC Sensation XE, the sound quality is impressive and miles better in terms of bass, clarity and range. Whenever you play music, a Beats Audio logo would appear in the notification bar that shows Beats is enabled. You can actually disable this and notice the difference in sound quality. This only works when you plugged in the Beats earphone though so the audio speakers of the Sensation XE is still the same.
I am also told that the handset was supposed to come with a 16GB microSD card but the one that HTC Philippines is distributing only includes an 8GB card.
HTC Sensation XE with Beats Audio specs:
4.3 inches @ 540 x 960 pixels
1.5 GHz dual-core processor
Adreno 220 GPU
Qualcomm MSM 8260 Snapdragon
Gorilla glass display
1GB storage, 768 MB RAM
up to 32GB via microSD, 8GB included
HSDPA 14.4 Mbps, HSUPA 5.76 Mbps
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, WiFi hotspot
Bluetooth 3.0 with A2DP
8MP autofocus camera, dual-LED flash
1080p @ 30fps video, stereo sound recording
GPS with A-GPS support
Li-Ion 1730 mAh
HTC Sense 3.0 UI
Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread
HTC Philippines will be launching the Sensation XE some time next week so we don’t have a suggested retail price yet. However, it’s been available in several stores already (including Top Electronics) for just Php26,600 (for cash purchases, see here).
You can read our review of the HTC Sensation here.
Hi Cipher,
I am choosing between the Sensation XE and another “tough” android phone. At the moment, I am more in favor of buying the cheaper tough phone because I’m such a klutz and I tend to drop my phone every now and then. It would kill me to have bought a “premium” phone and then have it conked out on me after just one mishap. The tough phone is a mid-range, IP67-certified phone, so I’m more confident that it would survive my clumsiness, but I would have to sacrifice performance as it just has a meager 1.0GHz processor and Gingerbread, with no indication yet of any update to ICS. On the other hand, I would also want to future-proof my investment, and HTC’s announcement of an update for the Sensation XE really enticing.
So I guess, my question is, from your experience, would it be worth paying a little extra for the XE, considering it’s not as “tough” as my other option? Can it survive simple day-to-day use with normal handling or do I have to handle it with care? Do you know of any good case for added protection for the XE, such as Otterbox cases? Isn’t it too big for your pocket at 4.3 inches, and probably more with a tough case on?
I know I have a lot of questions but I wanted to be sure before I part with my hard-earned money. Thanks in advanced and I’ll appreciate any help you can give me in making a decision. By the way, nice review in your Nov. 1 post.
Hi Gudo. sorry for the late reply (got my b*tt dragged in Ad Congress for a week). I think the primary factor you should consider is your budget. Can you afford it to purchase right away, or you can manage to wait a little longer to complete the fund needed? If you need the phone asap, go get one which fits your budget (Nokia and Samsung are good, cheap options). Also, its very important that if you eye for one gadget, you should have at least 10% additional fund (lets say 1.5k-2.5k if your eyeing for a smartphone)to “accesorize” your new gadget. Its not a sort of “luho” but an additional investment to secure your investment (your smartphone). This should be used in adding up premium screen protector, capdase/otter/belkin, halo or caselogic. this is IMHO, important esp if you’ll purchase a top-of-the-line (and expensive) smartphone.
I myself if a very clumsy guy, one of the major reason I contained myself for buying wafer-thin smartphones (like Droid Bionic or SGS2) because I always put my phone in my pockets and tends to drop it too many times. I bet i will break into two once i forget that I inserted it in my jeans’ back pocket (which I always do when I’m cramming). In line with durability, HTC has the industry reputation of manufacturing one of the toughest lines of phones.
For your queries:
Q: Would it be worth paying a little extra for the XE?
A: Definitely yes! In terms of built – the aluminium-rubber unibody built for toughness and solid-grip is a big plus. The rubbery-finish, the curve, and the weight is perfect your grip and safe handling.
Q:Can it survive simple day-to-day use with normal handling or do I have to handle it with care?
A: The “bare” Sensation XE is tough enough (as tested by my peers who also owned one who are bold enough not to use screen protector and case). The gorilla glass screen is sturdy, a scratch-resistant top-notch glass. The armor-like aluminum+rubber built is tough-as-h3ll. My wife accidentally drop my Sensation XE @ 4 feet but not a single scratch nor a problem have occur. But personally, (esp that i’m clumsy and OC), regardless how tough this phone is, i believe you should also give conscious effort to protect it (esp that its so expensive), thats why I use screen protector and casing, plus a pouch (when i’m on-the-go) too which also serves as iBeats keeper. Its simply protecting your investment (and you worked really hard for your cash, right?)
Q:Do you know of any good case for added protection for the XE, such as Otterbox cases?
A: I’m using original Capdase hard-jelly case for HTC Sensation. It fits well, light and compact, and comes with screen protector. Otterbox, IMHO, is a no-no since its very bulky, somewhat heavy, which will make your Sensation XE (which is heavy enough) annoyingly heavy. Plus, the built, the curves, the over-all look of Sensation XE is a head-turner already, the otterbox will ruin its beauty. Just use Capdase. Thin, tough, and light, and it compliments the Sensation built.
Q:Isn’t it too big for your pocket at 4.3 inches, and probably more with a tough case on?
A: Not at all. Aside from my slacks (our uniform), i always place mine (XE) in my jeans pocket. It fits well in pockets, with enough space to slide your hands in. Note that it even has Capdase on it. Using Otterbox is a different story…
I hope this will help, and thanks for the compliments, Gudo!
Regards,
Cipher
Does the sensation xe have heat issues like the S2?
Thanks
From my personal experience…No.
Classic example is my experience this week @ Philippine Ad Congress in CamSur. As I listen to the speakers, I did major multi-tasking. I simultaneously recorded their speech (3 hours!)in the background, while taking camera shots and some video coverage too. Plus i’m checking emails and posting shout outs in Facebook every 10-15 mins. My GPS, AutoSync, Mobile internet connection and wifi is ON. Did i experienced heat issues due to heavy usage? Not at all. take note that the venue is not freezing cold at all (its hot actually, due to thousands of attendees packed in one area). This is a huge difference compared to my iPhone or samsung, which overheats even in moderate use only (like 30 mins internet or games).
PROS: So, heavy usage overheats Sensation XE? definitely no!
CONS:Does heavy usage drained my battery? definitely yes! (lolz)!
Regards,
Arnel
i beg to disagree cypher sir, mine went from steel cold to very warm within 10 minutes of 3g usage..
selling brand new SAMSUNG GALAXY NOTE! 1 stock left
37000.00, call for faster transaction 091785*****
just purchased mine last night and so far, it’s classy. now i’m going junk my lg 2x
congrats! good thing for us, HTC already announced (today) that Sensation XE (along with HTC Sensation and HTC Sensation XL, as well as the HTC Rezound, HTC EVO 3D, HTC EVO Design 4G and HTC Amaze 4G)will surely be upgraded to Ice Cream Sandwich early next year! Hurraaaay!
Early happy new year to us! ^_^ i cant wait!!!
http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/07/htc-announces-specifics-on-ice-cream-sandwich-upgrades/
saya sudah membeli HTC Sensation XE dan phone ini sangat bagus sekali
translation: (from Indonessian)
I’ve bought the HTC Sensation XE and the phone is very good indeed
*tahnks Google Translate! =)
translation: (from Indonessian)
I’ve bought the HTC Sensation XE and the phone is very good indeed
*thanks Google Translate! =)
Joko dmn? Saya jg org Indo tapi lagi di Phils. Translate that, @Cipher LOL. Anyway, got my hand on this phone 2 weeks ago in Mongkok, it’s quite impressive.
@ Ads – the Beats headphones (35 mm)perfectly fit to iPhones (even laptops) however, the controls will only work with Sense XE. So far, i haven’t encountered any form of problem (Homescreen problem, video lagging, etc)with Sensation XE. Nagulat ako though, when I bought the Sensation XE, there where at least 2 consumers complaining about their Sensation (old model)units. Indeed may my problems nga sa “old” models ng HTC (just like what I read in different forums and tech blogs). I hope HTC this time will mature a little more in handling consumer feedback and in perfecting their models if they want to stay in the smarthphone race. So far so good naman, they even announce that they will surely upgrade as much models as they can to Ice Cream Sandwich. My fearless forecast is Dec-Jan but it only for HTC models with at least 1Ghz processor (lets hope its earlier lime mid-November and I hope I’m wrong with the processor limit)
thanks for your personal input sir Cipher…
im still undecided if ill go with SG2 or HTC Sensation XE…
need more reading to do, malayo pa naman ang x’mas.
haba naman ng nobela mo kuya para lang mag adds ^_^
most of your so called “nobela” are fictitious and offers less insights. Im very sorry if my so-called “novel/ads” is quite long. Excited lang ako cguro. I just shared my insights and personal experience so that people can have a little glimpse of whats actually happening behind spec sheets and a review in actual experience. I do not advertise coz (1) im not even a freakin’ employee of HTC, (2)I dont get anything from it, and (3)im not a fanboy of any brand. Im even a (current) user of iphone and samsung smartphones (thats why i CAN compare) And yeah, I love SG2.
Peace! =)
I hope I can share my personal experience with this wonderful unit to give our beloved tech-junkies an insight not only in specs and benchmarks but personal experience as well.
Got mine few days ago @ MXI Express in Cyberzone Megamall @ Php27,880 (via EPS), and haggled my way with a free Xperia jacket *wink wink* . Yeah, MXI a primary distributor of HTC in the Philippines, that’s why I got mine pretty early (no one else sells it in Megamall, Robinson and Shangrila malls). Yuga’s right, it comes with 8GB SD card only but the fone itself is an early Christmas gift to one’s self.
To be honest, I’ve been reviewing smartphones for the past 2 months and finally decided to buy SGII becasue I’m a spec-junkie and I want my phone to be future-proof(despite second thoughts because of its built and UI).Down to the last minutes, I ended up buying HTC Sensation XE over SGII…but why???
Sensation XE simply blows me away. And lets divide it in four aspects:
First, Sensation XE’s UI is proven to be best in the industry. Miles and miles away from Apple’s UI and lightyears away from Samsung’s UI. From crips, luscious eye-candy icons & interface, the spinning 3D-ish feel in every flick and turn. High-resolution static and live wallpapers, great customization, no effin’bloatwares, and wonderful widgets like Transfer, People and Photo Grid. And yeah, no dedicated (and flimsy) Homescreen button so its 100% touch-screen experience.
Second, audio quality. I’ve been using iPhone and Samsung for years and shifting to Sensation XE’s Beats Audio is a huge huge leap in audio experience. The quality is top-of-the-class, especially with Bass. The over-all experience is great, esp paired with Beats earphones that come with the unit. Nothing else comes close in audio quality.
Third, the built. Tough-as-hell back, firm & rocksteady grip, solid feel, nice weight. Nothing compares to the feeling of ease that your fone is sturdy, that you can feel its weight on your hands or pockets, and you’re pretty damn sure it will survive any accidental drop, bumps, or even a butt-slam from your dumb, 300-pound co-worker. The red accent, the red grill,the overall shape is so classy and scream for attention.The weight and shape is perfect for one-handed browsing.
Fourth, and i think, most importantly, the user-experience. I believe it is the sum of all parts. Experience.
Fast-browsing esp with Wi-fi. comapared to SGII, SG opens up a website by mere one to two seconds ahead of XE (by average). With mobile connectivity (which you can control quite easily by single tap), browisng is also a breeze. It picks up signal (esp HSPDA) efforlessly. Laying your hands on it, and browsing it never cease to amaze not only the user but also the bystanders and on-lookers. Sensation XE’s form-factor is indeed a wow-factor. And the UI is mind-blowing. Bragging rights and porma aside, even an Iphone 4S will get jealous with it. Customization is endless and the way apps and widgets look and behave like a 3D object is indeed awesome. Homescreen animation is eye-catching and drool-worthy. Games looks waaaay better in quality and experience. And oh, I almost forgot, CAMERA and VIDEO quality is a stunner. Quality is so clear, and crisp. And the dual flash supports your needs when the light is not sufficient. Customization in both camera and video mode is great too. These strong factors, and more, is what you can get NATIVELY. So no freakin’ need to root your unit. How much more if Ice Cream Sandwich arrived in Sensation XE? (HTC sources sez upgrade will come December-January).
Of course, I will also show you some drawbacks of this unit and my insights with it. First the storage is a mere 1G with 768MB RAM. Sources confirmed, though, that upgrade to Ice Cream Sandwich will only overwrite the Gingerbread’s consumed space, which is around 300-400MB. More than enough to take the task. And yeah, SD card support up to 32GB. Sure to have Ice cream sandwich in the coming months, and most importantly, its 1.5GHz processor makes this fone at least future-proof for at least one-two years (in which we are not pretty sure with <1Ghz-powered Androids). The XE's battery, though an improved version from from the previous Sensation, will fall short if compared to SGII and iPhone's juices. Personal experience, with single charge, my XE's in auto-sync from the start, with constant connection to to internet via Wifi and then mobile connectivity. Multitasking mode- I downloaded apps, wallpapers, with FB constantly on, browse heavily with Yahoo, Engadget, Yugatech, GSMArena, YouTube, etc. Synched contacts instantly via Transfer, HTC Sync took care of my videos and mp3s. I called 30 times (average of 4 minutes per call) and sent SMS at least 250 times. Harassed my juice to the last drop. Thankfully, it survived 14-16 hrs on full connectivity despite the "abuse" aka initial test. With conscious effort to conserve battery via app and battery manager, but not limiting my addiction to internet browsing, reading ebooks, playing games,and tons of music playing and business calls, my single charge can last 26+ hours. Against benchmarks in battery, a lil' short against others, but with my experience, its enough for at least a day. I bet for someone who uses fone for music, FB and txt/call only, the battery will no doubt last at least 36 hrs.
Iphone4S's Siri? SGII's legendary specs? No thanks! I'll take Sensation XE anytime. Quality, Customization and above all, the User-experience, will always trump over-rated brand's logo, hype, specs and benchmarks.
I dont mean to insult anyone or any brands, I'm just sharing my experience and insights to aid you in your next smartphone purchase/preference.
Well, its just my two cents. Kindly correct me anytime without flamin' ok?
Much Regards,
Cipher
thanks for the comprehensive user review. does the inline controls of Beats Audio earphones works in iPhone4? like in accepting calls and forward/back/play functions? also im a desire Z user and the problem with it is the constant refreshing where you will see the rotating symbol in the Home screen once you press the Home button. this always happen after heavy web browsing, opening mail app, and game apps.
may htc sensation po ba na 22k lang yung price range?
@aze – around Php24,500 yung Sensation sa CMK Cellfones. I bet somewhere else may around 23k. Sa malls 24.8-25k pa rin (so better yet buy Sensation XE na 26.6-27.8k lng konti lng dagdag).
Sensation is pretty cool and cheaper but as I witnessed it firsthand, and as claimed in many forums and techblogs, andaming nagrereklamo sa “defects” ng Sensation like lags, hangs, etc. At my wifi deathgrip din.
Go for SGSII or Sensation XE instead. if 22k lng budget mo, wait for CHristmas, mura na yan =)
thanks. i saw it @ P24,500 in widgetcity, is it advisable to buy in there? or have you heard of any issues bout the phones from widget city?
@Michael… Samsung Galaxy S2 is far better than this.
excuse me po sir! ask ko lng po mas ok po ba to sa samsung galaxy s2 ? overall or in your opinion nlng po
contrary to kamote’s expectations (that i’m overselling Sensation XE), I believe Samsung Galaxy S2 is a better choice if you want an “overall” edge. Specs-wise, I personally believe SGII reigns supreme even against Nexus, Droid Bionic, and iPhone 4s. Again, specs-wise. So that includes GSII’s superb battery-life, memory, screen, customization, camera quality and internet browsing experience.
If you’re someone who considers built (toughness, weight, solid feel & grip) user-experience, UI, audio quality ON TOP on those factors mentioned above, toy can try Sensation XE.
Iphone 4S is just waaaay behind Samsung & HTC’s league right now IMHO.
Suggestions though, try to use the three units at the same time and compare the speed, camera quality, audio quality, built, customization, apps, and UI head-to-head, you will clearly see the differences, and with that you can decide better.
Like they sez in many other techforums, techblogs can show the pictures, videos, becnhmarks, and specs sheets all they want, but the hands-on and ACTUAL experience is the real deal.
Hope it helps
@Cipher
Bullshit. Sgs2 does not beat iphone 4s I have them both. Even with flash turned off on the sgs2, iphone 4s still beats it even at 800 mhz per clock vs 1.2. You might start and say it’s due to safari optimization, and that ice cream sandwich will fill the gap. And my answer would be, perhaps, however, given samsung’s track record, that update “might” come and if it does, I can guarantee you, it’s not gonna be anytime soon. Going back to hardware, the sgs2 resolution sucks compared to iphone 4s, and if screen real estate is your concern while web browsing, the reader option is readily available, making web pages even easier to read, far far easier than the sgs2. And lastly, something that is undeniable, the iphone 4s has the MOST powerful smartphone gpu in the world, not an opinion but a fact which beats the archaic designed 2008 mali 400mp4. I’m no apple fanboy, but man, stop the bullshit.
@lol – Indeed, iPhone 4S has (1)crispier text, images and videos, (2)more internal storage @ 64GB, (3)better Bluetooth and sound quality, (4)higher resolution (4) and “probably” -pls correct me if i’m wrong” – more apps (@350k apps vs 270k android apps). I cant agree more on that and thats a fact. However you missed these points:
SGSII has (1) brighter and more vivid screen even @ daylight, (2)almost 3x faster @ HSDPA 42,2 mbps vs iphone $s’ HSDPA (14,4 mbps) (even at actual use), (3) more standby time (i know you will contest this)and talktime (4) bigger screen, (5)faster processor @ 1.2MHz vs 800Mhz, (5) lighter, (6) thinner, (7)tougher (8)more customization (yeah Jailbreak all you want), (9) more bucks for your bang (10) expandable with SD card and (11) less restrictions
And by the way, iphone4s has more fragile built than its predecessors, and its main feature “Siri” is still in beta. Apple has more apps because its older but sooner or later its inevitable than Android-supporting apps will overtake Apple’s. iPhone 4s is very expensive. Too many restrictions. iCLoud is nothin’ new (so as Siri) And IMHO, not worth every dollar for a “fragile, beta” phone.
COme to think of it, SGS2 who is waaay older than iphone4s and yet more superior in many aspects. How much more if Ice Cream Sandwich come this Dec-Jan? Yeah, the update is pretty sure esp that Samsung itself co-created the Ice-cream-powered-Google phone Galaxy Nexus. How much more if SGSIII arrive?
No offense, but i think Apple already stop innovating as soon as Tim Cook took over long before Steve Jobs succumb to cancer. I do hope i’m so darn wrong esp when iphone 5 is released (and I’m an apple user too)
And before I forgot, your curses and delusions betray your claim that you’re no fanboy or iSheep…
@cipher
1. the international sgs2 does not have hspa 42 mbps but only 21 mbps.
2. More durable, certainly due to the fall test a samy fanyboi did, DUN, its made of plastic versus glass and metal, obviously.
3. Bigger screen means better? If I need a bigger screen I have an ipad. Bigger by .77??? a huge difference? lol
4. Thinner at its thinnest point, yes, but not at it’s thickest point, the bottom. Sgs2’s bottom is thicker than the iphone
5. Lighter? duh, again, plastic much? cheap cheap material. Don’t want to even touch that topic.
6. Again, faster clock speeed yes, but is still beaten in benchmarks LOL@you and heres a link go look at it http://maypalo.com/2011/10/11/iphone-4s-vs-every-android-device-benchmark-test-result/
7. Iphone 4s a beta phone? lol again.
8. Siri is on beta, that is correct, and I never even mentioned siri, I only use it while driving and that’s that, i do not care much for it.
9. The sgs2 will not get ics right away given, ics is built around omap which sgs2 is not using, it’s using exynos, and looking back nexus s was also built by samsung right? but how come the galaxy s1 got updated months months after a nexus s phone got it’s update??? And this is considering both were using almost the same internals, same processor and gpu.
if you must have an android phone, wait for the nexus prime, guaranteed to get an update fast and it’s ota update is sweet with no ugly touchwiz
@lol – first, the term “beta phone” is an obvious sarcastic remarks, especially since people are expecting for an iphone 5 with new design and a hell lot of new features, not just an hardware-upgraded iphone 4 with its “main” feature (Siri)working only at US (til now) @ beta. Bigger means better? not all the time but it applies to many, esp to men who have huge thumbs and fingers. And yeah, better browsing experience, better video experience if the screen is a lil bigger. Sure iphone 4s is classy, great UI, superb brand equity, great camera, speed, apps and with solid grip and weight. However you failed to address the real deal here, what is the overall assessment to the unit if you factor in all aspects like durability, brand equity, resale value, price, customization, restrictions, battery life, user-experience, expansion via sd card, weight and dimensions, future-proof, audio-video experience, etc. To sum it all, the best bang out of your (limited) bucks. Its like sure everyone wants an Alienware laptop, but that thing is sooo huge and pricey, so many will buy HP, Dell, Macbook instead. You cannot cherry-pick one, two, three or few advantages and you will totally neglect the other aspects. Thats poor analysis Mr. LOL. Not everyone crave for 3.5 inch screen. Not everyone CAN afford a smartphone with apple logo.Not everyone can live without SD card. the list will go on and on. If we will all negate price issue and expansion slot and the hell with other factors, i might suggest iphone 4s. But this is reality, we should look in every single angle. My vote still goes for S2, big enough bangs for not so big enough bucks.
Though i will agree that Galaxy Nexus trumps iP4S and SGS2, GNexus has some (IMHO) areas for improvement, like its mere 1.2GHz dual-core processor, no sd card expansion (i will accept it if its a 64GB unit), a mere 5megapixel camera (i will no longer debate on the megapixel versus quality coz i know the drill),and with 1750mAh battery. Many others have 1.5Ghz dual-core, 8 to 12 Megapixel cam, sd card expansions up to 32, far better battery etc etc. But of course, its created “not to be perfect” as part of business strat. wishful thinking though. Yeah, nexus prime is the most advance smartphone…for now.
But for the price and hype, and the fact that other Androids will soon sport the same ice cream sandwich, I’d rather park my bucks for future incarnation of this wonderful device (probably less than 6 months)to at least address the sd card issue, up the dualcore to 1.5GHz and higher, and probably 8-12MB camera. =)
just my two cents
Sorry sir but your 2 cents are all opinions and not facts, they are all your opinion. You want facts? learn to read benchmarks. We are not discussing bang for the buck here because if we were, I would have a totally different argument here. Remember your precious sgs2 (ours, since I own 2 myself) will depreciate really fast given how fast android phones evolve, in a years time that android your holding will be completely archaic and not even fully supported by the manufacturer anymore at that point. An iphone is created once a year only, making its resale value far more substantial, lets not even get to the economics of things because for starters mobile phones are an expense altogether and never an investment to begin with. Moving along, what makes you think some people care how much an object cost, well, I dont and I bet some people dont as well, so your argument is silly, you want good bang for the buck, get a decent notebook and a nokia phone end of story. Once you learn how to read benchmarks then lets talk, if not come over or I can go where you are and lets compare speeds to show you that an iphone is faster. Bigger is nto better for me, it’s a mobile phone remember? that’s what tablets are for, ZZzzz Again, harware wise except its 3g radio of 14.4 mbps everything in an iphone is better, again, I am not talking about price. You can’t afford one, don’t buy one, it’s not the end of the world, but stop throwing shit around. You want me to prove my point, lets meet and run some benchmarks, it’s the onyl way to settle this, becuase you are all opinions, I do nto care about your opinion, and I bet some people don’t as well, everyone is entitled to their opinion, what matters are facts. 091785*****, call for a meet up, tired of typing and reading your short fairytales
you two should get a life instead of debating whats the faster this and a faster that….just my two cents
I totally agree with you man, this is silly and a total waste of time, /amen
totally agree. BS debate. And to think its a Sensation XE thread and not a SGS2 vs iPhone4s topic. enough of sugarcoated trollin’ and flammin’. My (our) bad. and its Yuletide season anyway.
On side note: HTC Rezound unveiled earlier. So much of “weekly” HTC models, but anyway, who’s complaining with 1.5GHz dual core with 1GB RAM, 16GB of internal storage / 16GB on microSD card and HUGE pixel density @ 720. Cool. Btw, it has Ice Cream Sandwich already. Darn, smartphone models are spawning like mushrooms!
iphone 4s < galaxy s2 < sensation xe.
nuff said.
is Evo 3d gonna be released here in the Philippines?
A phone shop in Mega Mall sells it. It’s near Globe telecom shop on 4th floor Cyberzone.
Where can we check it out in Cebu?
There’s stock at MemoXpress SM. 29k+ for cash and 32k+ for CC.
iBeats? Haha.
when this was first released, i was hoping that they’d at least have a typical earphone. nandidiri kasi ako sa earbuds.
OT: Ang ganda ng Aspire S3 sa background, akala ko MBA :)
hi mr. yuga, the link you provided above “h_ttp://topelectronics.multiply.com”, the one selling this sensation XE for 26600php.. is it a legitimate one? i mean, do they really sell original htc products and are they authorized dealers of htc? I would like to know before making any transaction with them.
Does HTC have an issue with putting in an onboard storage? I really don’t get why they insist in omitting this feature even on their high end models.
How about Battery life ng mga HTC smartphones?
reviewers (GSMArena, Engadget, Gizmodo, etc) claim that Sensation XE’ battery life is 9-12 hours. Mine’s last a lil’ longer at 14 hrs with total abuse (full auto-sync, wifi, mobile internet, downloads, you-tube, FB, mp3 and music video-playing, ebook reading, games, etc).
With conservative use, my juice lasts up to 26 hrs. Conservative means photo-ops, texting, calling, internet, FB, playing around with my phone, with conscious use of brightness, mobile connectivity, deactivation of GPS and autosync, plus utilization of apps and battery manager)
hhm may wifi issue din b ito katulad ng original n sensation sir yuga??
Fortunately, the infamous “death grip” – when you hold the unit in the top portion of the phone and the wifi signals’ dead – is only for old Sensation. Sensation XE, XL and AMaze dont have it anymore. I personally tested it myself on XE, no problems nor lags at all, and definitely no death-grip. The same way as the upgraded Iphone4S resolved its predecessor’s (iphone4)issue with its antenna