Showing posts with label Sony Xperia. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Sony Xperia. Show all posts
Sony Xperia M5 Dual With 13-Megapixel Front Camera Launched at Rs. 37,990
The Sony Xperia M5 Dual is a selfie-focused smartphone that is also "waterproof" according to the company, featuring IP65 and IP68 certification for dust and water protection. Much like Sony's flagship smartphones, the Xperia M5 Dual also features a cap-less USB port. The single-SIM Sony Xperia M5 is not being launched in India at this time.
The Xperia M5 Dual features a 13-megapixel front-facing camera with Sony's Exmor RS sensor. The smartphone sports a 21.5-megapixel rear camera with what Sony calls "Hybrid autofocus" and a f/2.2 lens. The rear camera offers 5x image zoom, 4K video recording, auto scene recognition, image stabiliser, and geo-tagging among other features. It features a 5-inch full-HD (1080x1920 pixels) display.
The Sony Xperia M5 is powered by a 64-bit octa-core MediaTek Helio X10 (MT6795) processor clocked at 2GHz with 3GB of RAM. It features 16GB internal storage which can be expanded via microSD card (up to 200GB). The Android 5.0 Lollipop-based Xperia M5 supports GPRS/ EDGE, 3G, and 4G (not available in all markets) connectivity options. The smartphone packs a 2600mAh battery.
Initially launched alongside the Sony Xperia C5 Ultra in August, the handset was announced to be available in select countries across emerging markets starting mid-August. Late last month, the Sony Xperia C5 Ultra Dual was launched in India at Rs. 29,990.
Sony Xperia Z5 and Xperia Z5 Compact With 23-Megapixel Camera Launched
The two smartphones sport near identical specifications, with the only difference being the size of the screen. While the Xperia Z5 comes with a 5.2-inch display, the Xperia Z5 Compact sports a 4.6-inch screen. Xperia Z5 and Xperia Z5 Compact are powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 SoC, featuring a 64-bit octa-core processor and 4G LTE capabilities.
Perhaps the highlight of the new flagship smartphones from Sony is the improved camera. The Sony Xperia Z5 and Sony Xperia Z5 Compact come with a brand new 1/2.3 Exmor RS for mobile 23-megapixel sensor and F/2.0 G lens. Sony claims to have designed the camera inside its new flagships using the same technology that's seen in its Alpha range of interchangeable lens cameras.
The other big addition to the smartphones is a fingerprint scanner, which is embedded on the power button on the right hand side. In our limited testing with the Sony Xperia Z5 and the Sony Xperia Z5 Premium, the fingerprint scanner performed reliably and without any speed or performance issues. It will also support the FIDO standard; authentication via fingerprint for online payment services - with Sony sharing news on first partners at a later date.
"Smartphones are part of people's lives," said Hiroki Totoki, President and CEO at Sony Mobile Communications. "Since users already create, share and enjoy most of their content on the go - we've set out to bring Sony's latest innovations in camera, design and display to ensure the Xperia Z5 series is the best possible lifestyle and entertainment platform," he added.
The Sony Xperia Z5 comes with a metal frame and frosted glass back, and will be available in White, Graphite Black, Gold, and Green colour options. The Sony Xperia Z5 Compact will be available in Yellow and Coral colour options, in addition to White and Graphite Black. Both phones comes with waterproof protection.
Sony Xperia Z5 and Xperia Z5 Compact will launch globally from October 2015, and Xperia Z5 Premium will hit the markets in November 2015. The Sony Xperia Z5 and Sony Xperia Z5 Premium will be available in both single SIM and dual SIM variants, with India expected to get the dual SIM models of the phones. Pricing of all three smartphones is currently not known.
Sony Xperia C5 Ultra Dual Selfie-Focused Smartphone Launched at Rs. 29,990
Sporting 13-megapixel front and rear cameras, the Xperia C5 Ultra Dual features LED flash modules for both cameras, as well as Sony's Exmor RS sensor.
Some of the camera tools on the Xperia C5 Ultra include video stabiliser, auto scene recognition, 25mm wide-angle lens (rear) with an 80-degree field of view, 4x digital zoom, full-HD video recording, image stabiliser, geo-tagging, and red-eye reduction among others.
The Android 5.0 Lollipop-based Xperia C5 Ultra is powered by a 64-bit octa-core MediaTek (MT6752) processor clocked at 1.7GHz coupled with ARM Mali760 GPU and 2GB of RAM. The handset packs 16GB of inbuilt storage which can be expanded further via microSD card (up to 200GB).
Unlike Sony's other mid-range and premium smartphones, the Xperia C5 Ultra doesn't sport water and dust protection. Connectivity options on the handset include GPRS/ EDGE, GPS/ A-GPS, NFC, Glonass, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Micro-USB, 3G, and 4G LTE. It packs a 2930mAh battery; measures 164.2x79.6x8.2mm and weighs 187 grams.
The Sony Xperia C5 Ultra Dual was launched globally alongside the Sony Xperia M5 earlier this month, however, Sony has not brought that handset to India yet.
Sony Xperia Z5+ Promotional Image Leaks; UA Profile Tips 4K Display
A new Sony high-end Xperia smartphone has been leaked in promo image, believed to showcase the Xperia Z5+. Additionally, UA (user-agent) profile company listings tipping details about the Xperia Z5+ have also been spotted online.
The leaked promo image claims to show a handset codenamed S70+, expected to be the Xperia Z5+. While the promo image is blurry, the handset in it largely seem to sport design same as the Xperia Z3+ or Xperia Z4. Sony's OmniBalance design is clearly visible in the leaked promo image and the handset is seen in Black, Chrome, and Gold colours. The promo image comes courtesy Weibo (China's equivalent of Twitter) and was first picked up by Xperia Blog.
Separately, the UA profiles of the Sony E6833, E6853, E6883 - thought to be Xperia Z5+ variants - were spotted, tipping some details about the yet-to-be-announced handset including a Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 (MSM8944) processor. The listing (via Xperia blog) also shows a screen size entry of 3840x2160 pixel likely indicating the screen resolution of the upcoming handset to be 4K.
Sony recently confirmed its presence at IFA event next month and even claimed that it will announce "many new features."
My Xperia Theft Protection Bricking Phones With Unlocked Bootloaders
For those unaware, the MXTP security feature, when enabled, prevents a user from wiping the stolen Xperia device and installing a custom ROM without access to the owner's Google sign-in details. The main work done by MXTP here is to prevent the bootloader on the device from unlocking.
However, according to some Xperia users (via Xperia Blog), enabling the MXTP on the device that already has an unlocked bootloader, leads to the bricking of the smartphone. This is said to happen due to MXTP's efforts to prevent the bootloader-unlocking on an Xperia handset that already has an unlocked bootloader.
Sony is aware of the issue and instead of a solution, has recently changed some wording on its Unlocked Bootloader website under the 'Risks' section. The firm says that, "After unlocking your device, you should not enable My Xperia (found in the settings menu under security on some devices running Android 5.0) as this might cause the device to malfunction." The site adds, "In addition, if you have enabled My Xperia, this function must be turned off before you can unlock your device."
Notably, Sony for now does not allow consumers to unlock the bootloader on new devices including Sony Xperia Z3+, Xperia C4, Xperia Z4 Tablet and Xperia M4 Aqua. The delay is said to be the same MXTP issue, which the firm might be working on behind-the-scenes. For now, there are no custom ROMs available for the devices.
Update for Sony Xperia Z3+ comes to fix overheating issues
Last month Sony acknowledged that the Snapdragon 810 chipset at the heart of the Xperia Z3+ / Xperia Z4v overheats. Qualcomm still hasn’t owned up to the situation, but Sony released the 28.0.A.7.24 update to remedy the issue.
It weighs in at around 70MB and leaves the Android version at 5.0.2. If it's available in your region (you can check from the settings menu) you can install the update from your phone or from a computer, user data will not be affected.
How exactly this update is meant to resolve the overheating issues is
not clear. The simplest way to do it is to throttle the CPU and GPU
clockspeeds, though Sony could have a more elaborate solution.
HTC had similar issues with the One M9 and the update it issued did indeed reduce the issue (slowed it down, but didn’t solve it completely), this came at the cost of lower benchmarks. It has since released another update to keep the M9 cooler while it charges, so wrangling Snapdragon 810 into submission is no easy task.
It weighs in at around 70MB and leaves the Android version at 5.0.2. If it's available in your region (you can check from the settings menu) you can install the update from your phone or from a computer, user data will not be affected.
HTC had similar issues with the One M9 and the update it issued did indeed reduce the issue (slowed it down, but didn’t solve it completely), this came at the cost of lower benchmarks. It has since released another update to keep the M9 cooler while it charges, so wrangling Snapdragon 810 into submission is no easy task.
Sony Xperia Z4v With 5.2-Inch QHD Display, Snapdragon 810 SoC Launched
The Android 5.0 Lollipop-based Sony Xperia Z4v's claim to fame is its 5.2-inch QHD (1440x2560 pixels) resolution Triluminos display powered by X-Reality for mobile picture engine. It is a notch above the existing Xperia Z3+ and Xperia Z4's full-HD display resolution. It also marks Sony's first smartphone with a display resolution exceeding full-HD.
It is worth noting that while Sony is the late to the QHD resolution party, the move would be nonetheless welcomed by the fans. We have already seen a number of smartphones featuring the QHD resolution display, launched earlier this year such as HTC One M9+, One E9+, LG G4, Samsung Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 Edge, Galaxy S6 Active, and Gionee Elife E8 and others.
Besides the display resolution, the 4G LTE-enabled Xperia Z4v features nearly the same specifications as Sony's other two flagship variants. It also comes with built-in wireless charging support for Qi and PMA standards. The Xperia Z4v is powered by a 64-bit octa-core (quad-core 1.5GHz + quad-core 2GHz) Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor coupled with 3GB of RAM. It also features IP65/68 ratings that certify it as dust-proof and water-resistant (immersible in 1.5 metres of water for up to 30 minutes).The Xperia Z4v also retains the 20.7-megapixel autofocus rear camera of its predecessor, with an Exmor RS sensor and pulsed LED flash. While its not yet mentioned, the rear camera is likely to feature 1/2.3-inch BSI sensor and Bionz image processor. The handset also sports a 5-megapixel front-facing camera.
The handset includes 32GB of inbuilt storage, which is further expandable via microSD card (up to 128GB). Interestingly, the smartphone is backed by a larger 3000mAh battery, unlike the Xperia Z3+ and Xperia Z4's 2930mAh battery, and is rated to deliver up to 20 hours of talk time and 580 hours of standby time in 3G connectivity. Measuring 144.4x72.3x8.7mm and weighing 162 grams, significantly thicker and heavier than the other variants' 6.9mm and 144 gram measurements. The smartphone will be available in Black and White colour variants. Sony is also touting PS4 Remote Play functionality, especially relevant as the smartphone was launched at the sidelines of E3 2015.
Sony Xperia Z3+ India Launch Expected Next Week
The Sony Xperia Z3+
could be unveiled in India next week, as the company has started
sending out invitations for a June 26 press event that will be held in
New Delhi.
For those who aren't in the know, the Z3+ is the global version of the Xperia Z4 smartphone available only in Japan. It is already up for pre-order in Europe, and is expected to go on sale on the same date - June 26.
It's worth mentioning that the June 26 press event in India comes exactly a month after the company unveiled the Xperia M4 Aqua Dual and Xperia C4 Dual in the country.
For those who aren't in the know, the Z3+ is the global version of the Xperia Z4 smartphone available only in Japan. It is already up for pre-order in Europe, and is expected to go on sale on the same date - June 26.
It's worth mentioning that the June 26 press event in India comes exactly a month after the company unveiled the Xperia M4 Aqua Dual and Xperia C4 Dual in the country.
Sony Xperia Z3+ Gives The 2015 Crowd A Tough Time
Sony Xperia Z3+ emerged victorious in our last week’s poll, or
at least partly so. Beating two of the current flagships and giving the
third a run for its money, it would appear that Sony has gotten things
right yet again.
Sony Xperia C4 Dual Selfie-Focus Smartphone Launched at Rs. 29,490
Sony Xperia M4 Aqua Dual With 5-Inch Display, Snapdragon 615 SoC Launched at Rs. 24,990
Sony Xperia C4 Dual With 5-Megapixel Front-Facing Camera Launched in India
Sony Xperia Z4 Global Variant Expected at 'New Flagship' Launch Event
Sony Xperia C4 and Xperia C4 Dual With Octa-Core SoC Launched
Sony on Wednesday quietly launched the successor of its Xperia C3
smartphone, the Xperia C4, alongside its dual-SIM variant, the Xperia
C4 Dual. The handset is almost identical to its predecessor in terms of
design. While Sony did not reveal the price of the smartphone, it
mentioned a June launch date this year.
Sony Xperia Z4 launches with 5.2” FHD display in Japan
After many weeks of rumors and leaks, Sony has formally unveiled its next flagship - Xperia Z4. The new Xperia Z4 is the successor of the Xperia Z3 but has only been announced in Japan market for now.
The Sony Xperia Z4 has a slightly tweaked OmniBalance design with 6.9mm profile with a metal frame running around the sides. Just like the predecessor, the Xperia Z4 brings IP68 certification for dust and water resistance.
The corners are built with resin to provide strength and entire phone has two-layer coating to retain the overall shine.Sony sticks with 5.2-inch 1080p display and still hasn't succumbed to the QHD wave. Under the hood, it houses a 64-bit octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 chipset armed with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of on-board storage. A microSD card slot will let you expand the storage by up to 128GB. By default, the smartphone runs Android 5.0 Lollipop.
At the back is a 20.7MP camera with Exmor RS image sensor coupled with the BIONZ image processing engine. Clad with G Lens, the 1/2.3-inch image sensor can offer sensitivity all the way up to ISO12800 to capture well exposed images in poorly lit environments. Along with the usual set of HDR and the imaging modes, Sony has added new 'Cooking Mode' for clicking the best images of your food.
Front side 5MP wide-angle camera with Exmor R sensor has been optimized to take selfies along with new shake feature to record videos with reduced shake.
The Xperia Z4 now supports high quality audio performance for wireless playback. Weighing 144 grams, the Xperia Z4 packs a 2,930 mAh non-removable battery. As of now, there is no word on the price and the launch of this flagship in other markets.
The Sony Xperia Z4 has a slightly tweaked OmniBalance design with 6.9mm profile with a metal frame running around the sides. Just like the predecessor, the Xperia Z4 brings IP68 certification for dust and water resistance.
The corners are built with resin to provide strength and entire phone has two-layer coating to retain the overall shine.Sony sticks with 5.2-inch 1080p display and still hasn't succumbed to the QHD wave. Under the hood, it houses a 64-bit octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 chipset armed with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of on-board storage. A microSD card slot will let you expand the storage by up to 128GB. By default, the smartphone runs Android 5.0 Lollipop.
At the back is a 20.7MP camera with Exmor RS image sensor coupled with the BIONZ image processing engine. Clad with G Lens, the 1/2.3-inch image sensor can offer sensitivity all the way up to ISO12800 to capture well exposed images in poorly lit environments. Along with the usual set of HDR and the imaging modes, Sony has added new 'Cooking Mode' for clicking the best images of your food.
Front side 5MP wide-angle camera with Exmor R sensor has been optimized to take selfies along with new shake feature to record videos with reduced shake.
The Xperia Z4 now supports high quality audio performance for wireless playback. Weighing 144 grams, the Xperia Z4 packs a 2,930 mAh non-removable battery. As of now, there is no word on the price and the launch of this flagship in other markets.
