When at home it might suggest Netflix, while out and about Google Maps, or when at work Google Drive. HTC’s application launcher attempts to predict which apps you’re likely to want access to based on the time of day, your location and apps you’ve previously used. Most of the changes are useful, with highlights being the “extreme power saving” mode, which turns off most applications, the data connection when the phone is off, and various other settings to extend battery life.
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The changes are not drastic – it behaves similarly to the stock Android experience – but looks slightly different and supports themes to change the look and feel of the operating system. HTC customises Android with what it calls HTC Sense. Google Android 6.0 Marshmallow review: more polished, greater control and longer battery life.For more information on Marshmallow please read:
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It has all the trappings of Marshmallow, including battery saving systems and enhanced privacy options. The One A9 is the third phone to ship with the latest version of Android 6.0 Marshmallow and the first not made by Google. HTC’s Sense adds themes and a custom look to Google’s latest version of Android 6.0 Marshmallow.
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The 5in full HD AMOLED screen is excellent.
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At 7.3mm thick and weighing 143g, it’s thicker and heavier than the 6.8mm thick Samsung Galaxy S6 weighing 138g, but the same weight as an iPhone 6S. The smooth metal back and curved sides are a delight to hold. The irony is that HTC came up with the rounded metal back with plastic aerial inserts, but Apple’s use of the manufacturing technique is more recognisable. To say the HTC One A9 looks a little like an iPhone 6S would be an understatement. Apple’s iPhone 6S Plus on the left, the HTC One A9 on the right.