Official: HTC One max unveiled featuring fingerprint scanner, 5.9-inch 1080p display

After countless rumors and leaks, the HTC One max has finally been unveiled. While the 5.9-inch 1080p display of the HTC One max makes the device the largest in HTC’s lineup (164.5 x 82.5 x 10.29mm), the device isn’t that much different than the original HTC One. The HTC One max is powered by a 1.7GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 processor, with 2GB of RAM, 16/32GB of storage, front-facing stereo BoomSound speakers, an Ultrapixel (4 megapixels) camera, 2.1 megapixel front-facing camera with an 88° wide angle lens, NFC and a 3,300 mAh battery. While a few of those specs are different than from the HTC One, where the One max is really different is the inclusion of a fingerprint scanner, lack or optical image stabilization on the rear camera and a removable back panel which gives uses access to a microSD card slot (up to 64GB).

The HTC One max is the first device to run on HTC Sense 5.5 which features improvements to the galley app and video highlights, quick settings enhancements and a slew of customization options for BlinkFeed (Google+ and RSS integration along with the option to turn the feature completely off).

The HTC One max will begin rolling out across the globe starting this week, but we’ll have to wait for carrier partners to make their announcements regarding exact launch dates and pricing.

 
HTC One max Specifications

• SIZE: 164.5 x 82.5 x 10.29mm
• WEIGHT: 217g
• DISPLAY: 5.9″ Full HD 1080p
• CPU: Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 600, 1.7GHz quad-core CPUs
• SENSORS: Gyro sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensor, Fingerprint scanner
• PLATFORM: Android™ 4.3 with HTC Sense™ 5.5, HTC BlinkFeed™
• MEMORY: Total storage: 16GB/32GB, RAM: 2GB, Expansion card slot: Supports microSD™ memory card for up to 64GB additional storage (card not included)
• CONNECTIVITY: 3.5 mm stereo audio jack, NFC, Bluetooth® 4.0 with aptX™ enabled, Wi-Fi®: IEEE 802.11 a/ac/b/g/n, DLNA® for wirelessly streaming media from HTC Connect™, Support consumer infrared remote control, micro-USB 2.0 (5-pin) port with mobile high-definition video link (MHL) for USB or HDMI
• NETWORK:
  • 2G/ 2.5G – GSM/GPRS/EDGE: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
  • 3G – UMTS/ HSPA: EMEA: 900/1900/2100 MHz with HSPA+ up to 42 Mbps; Asia: 850/900/1900/2100 MHz with HSPA+ up to 42 Mbps; Sprint: 1900/2100 MHz with HSPA+ up to 14.4 Mbps; Verizon: 850/900/1900/2100 MHz with HSPA+ up to 14.4 Mbps
  • 3G – CDMA: Sprint & Verizon: 800/1900 MHz
  • 4G – LTE: EMEA: 800/900/1800/2600 MHz; Asia: 900/1800/2100/2600 MHz; Sprint: 1900 MHz; Verizon: 700 MHz;
• SOUND: HTC BoomSound™, Sense Voice
• REAR CAMERA: HTC UltraPixel Camera, BSI sensor, Pixel size 2.0 µm, Sensor size 1/3′, Dedicated HTC ImageChip™ 2, f/2.0 aperture and 28 mm lens, Smart Flash with five levels of flash automatically, 1080p Full HD video recording with HDR video,
• FRONT CAMERA: 2.1 MP, 88° wide angle lens, Front Camera: 1080p Full HD video recording.
• CAMERA APP: HTC Zoe™ with Sequence Shot, Always Smile and Object Removal. Gallery with Video Highlights and HTC Share. Continuous shooting and VideoPic. Slow motion video recording with variable speed playback.
• MULTIMEDIA: Audio playback supported formats: aac, .amr, .ogg, .m4a, .mid, .mp3, .wav, wma (Windows Media Audio 9). Recording formats: .amr
  • Video playback supported formats: .3gp, .3g2, .mp4, .wmv (Windows Media Video 9), .avi (MP4 ASP and MP3). Recording: .mp4
• BATTERY: Embedded rechargeable Li-polymer battery, Capacity: 3300 mAh. Talk time: Up to 25 hours for WCDMA. Up to 28 hours for CDMA. Standby time: Up to 585 hours for WCDMA, Up to 393 hours for CDMA
• GPS: GPS/AGPS, Digital Compass

Press Release

• THE HTC ONE GETS SUPERSIZED WITH THE HTC ONE MAX
  World’s best smartphone now in 5.9″ with new and improved HTC Sense 5.5 ® experience
  London, October 15, 2013 – HTC, a global leader in mobile innovation and design, today announced the HTC One max, a super-sized smartphone that brings the award-winning design, functionality and performance of the HTC One to fans of larger handsets. A new Fingerprint Scan feature takes convenience to a new level while acclaimed features including HTC BlinkFeed™, HTC Zoe™ and HTC BoomSound™, combined with the new HTC Sense 5.5, which are all enhanced to continue to deliver the best overall smartphone experience, now on a larger screen.
  “The addition of the HTC One max means that we now have an HTC One phone for everyone. The family has been built on quality and game-changing innovations and the HTC One max is certainly no exception,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “The upgrade to HTC Sense 5.5 will provide our most amazing mobile experience yet, with the HTC One max delivering the size and power required to do everything you want, and more, without compromise.”
  Big and powerful
  The HTC One max’s 5.9″ full HD1080p display is perfect for enjoying photos, videos and movies on the go. Smooth and efficient performance comes courtesy of a quad-core Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 600 processor featuring a quad-core 1.7 GHz CPU enabling jaw-dropping performance, ultra vivid videos and booming sound. Whether you’re watching videos in stunning HD, playing games or checking out what’s hot online, the HTC One max sounds amazing, looks sharp and keeps working when you need it.
  The 16GB or 32GB onboard memory can be expanded thanks to a microSD™ card slot, with a massive 50GB of additional free Google Drive online storage being offered exclusively to HTC One max owners
  The large 3300mAh embedded battery means that this level of performance will last and last. Even the most intensive users will find the HTC One max is up to the challenge thanks to the optional HTC Power Flip Case, a stylish 1150mAh battery expansion for your HTC One max which offers both protection and extra juice when you need it most.
  Maximum convenience at your fingertips
  The average person checks their phone multiple times a day, so the HTC One max welcomes a new era of convenience and advanced functionality thanks to a built-in Fingerprint Scan feature. Located on the back of the device, the fingerprint scanner allows users to lock or unlock the screen and quickly launch up to three favourite applications by assigning an individual finger to each.
  More content than ever before
  The HTC One max’s Sense 5.5 upgrade comes with a more social, personalised HTC BlinkFeed that can be further refined by customisable topic categories and new integration with premium content providers including Instagram and Google+. Up to 120 articles can also be downloaded for offline viewing, making BlinkFeed even better for snacking on information wherever and whenever you are.
  Ultimate imaging
  Featuring HTC’s UltraPixel camera technology, HTC Zoe mode, that brings your photos to life, and a 2.1MP front-facing camera, the HTC One max will capture stunning photos and full HD 1080p videos whether you’re the photographer, the subject or both. Dual Capture means you can now snap memorable moments and your reaction to them in one extraordinary photo or video by simultaneously shooting with the front and rear cameras.
  Improved imaging is also introduced through Video Highlights, which combines your photos and videos to create a mini movie complete with the soundtrack and visual theme of your choice. And with the HTC One max, your Video Highlights can now be any length you want.
  Design at its Best
  Available in Glacial Silver, the HTC One max shares the same premium design credentials as the rest of the HTC One family, providing an all round exceptional experience.
  Global Availability
  The HTC One max will begin rolling out across the globe from mid – end October. See specific regions for details.