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HTC Hero S Specifications
For US Cellular
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Released 2011, Sep 15
Qualcomm MSM8655 Snapdragon S2
- 130g, 12mm thickness
- Android 2.3.4, Sense UI
- 4GB 768MB RAM storage, microSDHC slot
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| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 2.7 | — |
| Display | 5 | — |
| Performance | 3.1 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 4 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
4.0"
540x960 pixels
5MP
720p
768MB RAM
Snapdragon S2
1520mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / CDMA / EVDO |
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| 2G bands | CDMA 800 / 1900 | |
| ??? | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | |
| ??? | HSDPA | |
| Speed | HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2011, September. Released Exp. release 2011, October |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 115 x 60 x 12 mm (4.53 x 2.36 x 0.47 in) |
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| Weight | 130 g (4.59 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
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Display
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Type | S-LCD |
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| Size | 4.0 inches, 44.1 cm2 (~63.9% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~275 ppi density) |
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Platform
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OS | Android 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), Sense UI |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8655 Snapdragon S2 | |
| CPU | 1.2 GHz Scorpion | |
| GPU | Adreno 205 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included |
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| Internal | 4GB 768MB RAM |
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Main Camera
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Single | 5 MP, AF |
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| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | 720p |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 1.3 MP |
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| Video |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot |
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| Bluetooth | 3.0, A2DP, EDR | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out) |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
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| ??? | MP3/AAC+/WAV player MP4/H.264 player Organizer Document viewer Voice memo/dial/commands Predictive text input |
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Battery
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Type | Removable Li-Ion 1520 mAh battery |
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| Stand-by | Up to 456 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 7 h 20 min |
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Misc
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Colors | Black |
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| SAR | 0.80 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 160 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
Is HTC Hero S worth buying in 2026?
HTC Hero S is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.2/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of HTC Hero S?
HTC Hero S has a 1,520 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does HTC Hero S have?
HTC Hero S features a 4.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
What is the Genze score for HTC Hero S?
Genze rates HTC Hero S 4.2/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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