Notebookcheck Logo

HTC teases May 2023 launch for new Android smartphone

Prepare for the U23 Pro 5G. (Source: HTC via GSMArena)
Prepare for the U23 Pro 5G. (Source: HTC via GSMArena)
HTC has indicated that it will unleash a successor to the Desire 22 Pro later in May 2023. It is thought to launch with potentially significant rear camera and display specs (on paper, at least), with more moderate battery and charging upgrades. Then again, the OEM may choose to focus on use-cases besides mobile photography or mid-range performance with this next-gen "Pro".
5G Android Leaks / Rumors Smartphone Virtual Reality (VR) / Augmented Reality (AR)

HTC does not specify which device it intends to launch yet in its new marketing material; however, the U23 Pro 5G is thought to be the smartphone in question. Despite its name, it is also believed to land as a successor for the Desire 22 Pro of yesteryear.

The supposedly Android 13-powered "U23 Pro 5G" is thought to ditch the 22 Pro's clean, Sony Xperia-like rear camera hump for one that scatters quad rear shooters further across the rear panel this time around. Then again, it may also contain HTC's first 108MP main camera.

The smartphone may also upgrade to an AMOLED display and the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 SoC - which may or may not be wasted on its status as the next Viverse ecosystem smartphone. HTC may confirm or deny the rest of its rumored specs, an indifferent upgrade to a 4,600mAh battery with 33W charging included, on its May 18, 2023 launch.

The Desire 22 Pro: now available on Amazon

HTC's latest Viverse smartphone launch poster. (Source: HTC via GSMArena)
HTC's latest Viverse smartphone launch poster. (Source: HTC via GSMArena)
Read all 1 comments / answer
static version load dynamic
Loading Comments
Comment on this article
Please share our article, every link counts!
Deirdre O'Donnell, 2023-05-13 (Update: 2023-05-13)