With the Sony’s Xperia S now available in store, you now have another contender in smartphone camera photography ranks. Check out what some have said about the Xperia S.
Sony (formerly Sony Ericsson) has designed its first smartphone in the Xperia NXT series and it is a great example of conquering ‘the heights in technology’.
Connectivity is a clear design aspect of the Sony Xperia S, with unparalleled features that integrate effortlessly with other devices commonly used in everyday life.
It has received significant attention from around the globe, with several reviews investigating Sony’s first independent dabble into the smart phone realm.
There are several key features that will lure potential users to this device including:
- 4.3” Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine
- 12 megapixel camera
- PlayStation certified gaming
- Sony Entertainment Network access
Display
Sony has improved the display with the Xperia S now featuring a 4.3” Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA, prompting Engadget to question the use of an HDMI output with a display so good on a smart phone.
“We’d much rather watch a movie on the Xperia S than on the AMOLED equipped PlayStation Vita”.
Engadget also mentions how successful the LCD display is when using the Sony Xperia S in the outdoors.
“While some other LCD displays can be quickly obscured by excessive reflections outdoors, the Xperia S panel retains its contrast much better”.
The screen is also scratch resistant – just in case.
Processor
The Sony Xperia S has an integrated 1.5GHz Qualcomm Dual Core processor which keeps pace with its competitors.
As CNET discovered, heavy users will manage up to 14 hours standby from the 1750mAh battery.
“The Xperia S managed four hours continuous video playback with the screen brightness set to 100 per cent”.
As PC World also explains, pre-installed apps are designed to improve battery life on the Sony Xperia S.
“…the power saver app that will turn down settings when battery life is low to get as much juice out of the battery as possible”.
Camera
Sony has set the benchmark with its 12 megapixel camera inside the Xperia S. The Verge’s road-test found the inclusion of an Exmor R sensor allows the camera to capture clear and colourful images.
“This is the company responsible for making the sensors inside Nikon’s lauded DSLR line…Sony knows how to take pictures”.
The 1280×720 342ppi display coupled with the quick launch camera feature while in sleep mode gives Sony Xperia S users a great chance in capturing those unexpected moments.
“The dedicated camera key can launch you straight into the camera app while the phone is locked”.
In addition, the Sony Xperia S features an LED flash, panorama picture mode and records video in 720p quality.
“Sony keeps up with the competition by offering full 1080p HD recording at 30fps with stereo sound”.
And just in case you need it, the front facing camera is 1.3 megapixels.
OS
Sony has launched the device with Gingerbread 2.3.7 OS and a scheduled update to Ice Cream Sandwich in quarter 2, 2012.
The update will improve the smoothness of operating the Sony Xperia S, according to The Verge.
“Without Android 4.0…I actually find it clean, uncluttered and easily navigable…”
The Sony Xperia S OS impressed Ausdroid when using particular apps in Gingerbread 2.3.
“…the official Facebook app, which works better on Gingerbread than it does on Ice Cream Sandwich…I would have no problems recommending this device…”
To put this into perspective, let’s see how Sony’s Xperia S compares against its competitors:
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Sony Xperia S |
Samsung Galaxy Nexus |
Apple iPhone 4S |
|---|---|---|---|
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Display |
4.3” Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA |
4.65” HD Super AMOLED Display |
3.5” Retina Display |
|
Processor |
1.5GHz, Qualcomm Dual Core |
1.2GHz Dual Core |
1GHz Cortex-A9, Dual Core |
|
Camera |
12MP |
5MP |
8MP |
|
OS |
Android 2.3.7 |
Android 4.0 |
iOS5 |
Sony has also gone the extra mile in creating a complete entertainment smart phone.
The Sony Xperia S provides users with access to its Sony Entertainment Network where they can either download movies from Video Unlimited or songs from Music Unlimited (a subscription cost applies).
PlayStation certified games are also available for use on the Sony Xperia S.
Other Specs
- 16x digital zoom
- Face recognition and Smile Shutter
- WiFi and WiFi Hotspot functionality
- aGPS (assisted GPS)
- NFC (Near Field Communications)
- TV Launcher
Notable extras that are available with the Sony Xperia S include:
Simply put, boredom is not an option with the Sony Xperia S. So what are you waiting for?
Head in store or online today to be the first to own Sony’s first creation!
Also check out our Top Tips video featuring Kieran using the Sony Xperia S
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Sources: Sony Mobile, Ausdroid, PC World, Engadget, CNET, The Verge