However, if you're one of those who think that the HTC One deserves more than just its aluminum body, then perhaps a gold or a platinum-plated one would be more your stride.

CNet reports that London-based company Goldgenie has now created a Gold and Platinum version of the HTC One. For those who want to deviate from the norm, there's even a rose gold plate, if that's more your style.

Goldgenie gives the prices of the phones, with the Gold at roughly $2903, the Platinum at around $3,200, and the Rose Gold at approximately $3,050.

If you think the price is outrageous, Goldgenie says that that's not all you'll be getting. The unlocked SIM-free HTC One that is compatible with any network around the world will come with a Beats earphones that has a remote and microphone, all the cables and papers, and a dock connector-all wrapped and packaged in their "unique Luxury Cherry Oak Box"

Updates for HTC One & HTC One X dated

The updates for two HTC phones-HTC One and HTC One X-have long been expected and rumored, but a report from Gotta Be Mobile suggests that a July release for these updates may be in the works.

According to the report, at least two carriers have already hinted at the possible July update, the first carrier being Telstra of Australia. Now, SFR, a French carrier, seems to be expecting the Android 4.2 update for both the HTC One and HTC One X on July as well.

Since most unbranded phones are able to get the updates earlier than branded ones, there's still some time left before the supposed late July release for the likes of Telstra and SFR would come, meaning those with unbranded HTC One phones may be expecting theirs within the next short weeks.

The HTC One Google Edition: Nothing new?

Just like the Samsung Galaxy S4, the HTC One has also been released as a Google Play Edition version. For the most part, the main difference lies in the OS that backs the phone which is the latest Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean.

In essence, it has been branded as the pure Android phone, and TIME's Techland has already predicted that the likes of these phones are not even expected to sell as well as their non-pure-Android counterparts.

As such, those who may want to buy this type of phone, which is now out for $599, may be either those who are app developers or are particular about quality hardware, as CNet reports. This is because the changes in the phone bring about missing some of the features that some may have wanted to come with the HTC One.

Some of these changes include a shorter batter lifespan (despite the same 2,300 mAh battery, the loss of features such as Zoe and BlinkFeed, and the absence of easy handling in displays.

The HTC One Google Play Edition keeps most of what makes the HTC One a truly top-tier phone of its class-from design to feel to handling.

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