HTC One 2 M8: 10 Critical Issues Owners May Face Similar To HTC One Smartphone
HTC One 2 M8 is reported to succeed HTC One 2013 flagship smartphone with upgrades such as 3 GB of RAM, Android 4.4 KitKat and HTC Sense 6.0. However, the device might include issues and users should aware which problem needs some checking in the stores soon.
Camera Issues
HTC One owners reported purple, red or blue camera hue that never goes away unless you tweak saturation, ISO and contrast before taking a picture. Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update failed to resolve the problem on the HTC One Sense variant and this should be double checked on the HTC One 2 M8.
Unusual Audio
Some owners complained about buzzing or static sound of the HTC One speakers and headphones. Hissing may be heard after listening music and noticeable gaps in the audio playback are all symptoms of this problem. Turning off the Beats Audio enhancement normally reduces the problem which should be tested on HTC One 2 M8.
Built Quality
Not all units of HTC One which were shipped are in perfect condition. Some of them have built quality issues such as gaps between the plastic and metal, strange bulges and mysterious scratches. Be meticulous on the exterior design before buying HTC One 2 M8 to save time from returning to the retailer due to unusual external problems.
Proximity Sensor
Few reports indicated sensor malfunction and this includes the 'not working' capacitive buttons such as no light or no response. Android Sensor Box app from Google Play Store tests the sensors if they are functioning properly. Usually, stores have Wi-Fi connectivity and you might also want to check the sensors on HTC One 2 M8.
Home And Back Keys
Another common issue is the unresponsive factor on both home and back buttons. Screen protector and software error are considered culprits why they don't respond or may respond with delay. Check the calibration tool and experiment on quick lock and unlock of the device to see if any problems on the keys are present.
Dead Pixels
Although rare among units, download the Dead Pixel Detect and Fix to check any dead pixels on HTC One 2 M8 samples in stores.
Wi-Fi And Bluetooth
Many reports disputed the wireless connection of the HTC One such as Wi-Fi drop and Bluetooth won't auto-connect which can be a hassle. In case you prefer HTC One 2 M8, test these radios, then report them as soon as possible to warn HTC about the issue.
SIM Card Error
Since you'll be using HTC One 2 M8 for a call and text, let the retail store staff insert the SIM card for you and ensure you are also looking for learning purposes. It will show if any SIM card error will appear in the device.
Battery Drain
Battery depletion is normal but certain cases with abnormal battery drain could plague selected units and this should be checked out on HTC One 2 M8. Manufacturers suggested to recharge the device for the first time for at least 4 hours after it notified low battery stat. If the smartphone still drains quickly without doing intense task, return it and ask for replacement.
Charging Port
Don't forget to test the charger and the port of the HTC One 2 M8 for you might get unlucky receiving a faulty package. Also, include the USB cable for testing to be sure that everything is functioning normally.