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Review of the protected smartphone Sony Xperia go: sun, air and water - we're not afraid of anything

Before us is strict, stylish. Thin, light rectangular “brick”. But in this case, appearances are more deceptive than ever. Sony Xperia go is protected from water, directed splashes, foam, dust, and sand. This is a smartphone for people who prefer active recreation, fitness, running, cycling, traveling and beach holidays - sun, waves, sand.

Sony Xperia go

When jogging, you don't have to worry about the Sony Xperia go flying out of your pocket or slipping out of your hand. On the beach you can safely bury it in the sand, and in addition, pour water on top.

Not much time has passed since the release of Sony Xperia go on the market, but everyone has already made fun of this model. Just look at the harsh tests (or rather, the abuse) that the smartphone was subjected to by the extremist group of testers “A1 Härtetest Team”.

It’s unlikely that anyone will do something similar to their own smartphone, but at least you won’t have to worry about it.

And although the back cover (oddly enough, is made not of armor-piercing steel, but of rather elastic plastic) does not inspire much hope for extreme security, it is just a case covering a tightly assembled case with rubber gaskets, all of whose connectors are so are tightly closed with rubber valves, gaskets and plugs.

Let's start with the technical specifications.

Specifications

  • Support for communication standards: 3G UMTS/HSPA 850(900)/2100 MHz; GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
  • Platform: Android OS 2.3.7 (Gingerbread), updated to Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
  • Display: 3.5-inch, Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine technology, 16 million colors, TFT, mineral glass, Wet Finger Tracking, with a resolution of 320x480 pixels
  • Processor: dual-core, STE NovaThor U8500, 1 GHz; ARM Mali-400 GPU and NEON technology support
  • Memory: 8 GB built-in (up to 4 GB available to the user), 512 MB RAM, slot for microSD memory cards (up to 32 GB)
  • Communications: Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n), Bluetooth 3.0, DLNA, microUSB 2.0 HS, aGPS, 3.5 mm audio jack
  • Internet access: WAP, GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, email POP/SMTP, email IMAP4, HTML
  • Camera: 5 MP with autofocus and LED flash, digital Zoom 16x, face and smile detection; HD video recording support (720p)
  • Sensors: light, distance and position, digital compass with GPS navigation
  • Ingress protection: IP67
  • Audio: MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, AMR-NB, AMR-WB, MIDI, OGG, FM radio
  • Video: MPEG4, H.264, H.263
  • Photo: JPEG, BMP, WBMP, PGN, GIF, PNG
  • Dimensions: 60.3x111x9.8 mm
  • Weight: 110 g
  • Battery: 1305 mAh

Delivery contents

Sony Xperia go is delivered in a small, and in addition also tiny, box - 185x190x28 mm - cleverly arranged into a two-section volume, in which everything strangely but easily fits: a network adapter, a USB-microUSB cable, headphones, a plastic earbud adapter for microSIM cards, a twenty-four-fold “User Guide” booklet in English and a similarly folded leaflet on exposure to radio frequency energy and SAR, which states in twenty-two languages ​​that this model fully complies with all standards. Yes, and in addition to all of the above, we will find the device itself in the box.

Equipment Sony Xperia go

The smartphone is charged via USB, so the AC adapter does not have its own cord, but connects to the smartphone with a shared USB cable.

An adapter for a microSIM card is just a rectangle of transparent plastic the size of a regular miniSIM card with a window cut out in the middle in the shape of a microSIM card. That is, a standard SIM card is inserted into the Sony Xperia go (which was once called mini, which everyone has forgotten about), and if it is necessary to connect microSIM cards, this simple adapter insert is used.

That's all about the configuration - nothing special.

However, in addition to the Sony Xperia go smartphone itself, our test laboratory also included such an interesting gadget as the Sony SmartWatch, but more on that below.

Smartphone design

Sony Xperia go is made in the form of a monoblock 60.3x111x9.8 mm and weighs 110 g. We can say that this is a rather small device, despite a decent 3.5-inch screen.

Sony Xperia go is a typical candy bar with typical hardware elements

By the way, potential buyers express their main complaints about the screen, and specifically about the resolution of 320x480 pixels, which for many smartphone users looks insufficient. In fact, the display is good with good viewing angles, the image is clear and unblurred, good automatic brightness adjustment in lighting (it only becomes blind in very bright direct sunlight). Like other Sony models, the Sony Xperia go uses Bravia Mobile Engine image enhancement technology, but visually it is difficult to understand how much it improves the image. The grain, of course, is distinguishable, but only at a short distance and if you look closely.

In this case, it seems that the manufacturer deliberately installed such a screen: and primarily in order to save battery power, because this smartphone is clearly positioned as a protected device for active users (of course, not for scuba divers, but this smartphone can be taken to the beach feel free and not be afraid that the connectors will become clogged with sand).

And this sporting orientation is observed in everything.

In general, Sony Xperia go is available in three colors: black, white and yellow. All these modifications are the same, but the yellow model is a little more expensive, it has additionally received the Sports Edition label, and although this modification does not differ in technical characteristics, its equipment is supplemented by a hand case and special mounts for headphones, which will obviously be useful for runners. In our editorial office we have a copy in a white case.

So, the shape of the smartphone is a candy bar. Almost the entire front panel is occupied by the screen, with the exception of a small ledge at the bottom of the display, under the touch buttons (standard for OS Androin: “Back”, “Home”, “Menu”).

USB is hidden behind a secure rubber plug

There are two mechanical buttons: on the upper end, closer to the left corner, the power button and on the left side a rocker key “+/-” (used as a sound volume control, a button for zooming in and out of images when viewing graphic files, or a zoom in/out button when working in photo and video mode). The surface of these buttons is pleasantly matte, the buttons themselves are thin, with a short, soft stroke.

(In addition, I would like to say that the disadvantage of this smartphone, perhaps, can be considered the lack of a separate shutter button for the camera. Although in this case, Sony developers tried to compensate for this drawback with the additional function of the screen lock slider, when moving from right to left, it launches the camera, with a large noticeable software "button" on the touch screen, and as an addition in the camera settings, you can set the entire screen to perform the function of the shutter button in photo shooting mode. But a separate mechanical button, nevertheless, is more convenient. And, by the way, as bitter as it is to admit, The camera is not the strongest point of this smartphone.)

On the front panel under the screen, as we have already said, there are touch buttons “Back”, “Home”, “Menu”, and a microphone hole under them. Above the display is a telephone speaker, two proximity sensors (including those that turn off the touch screen when your ear approaches it during a phone conversation) and a light sensor. Nearby there is an LED activity indicator (turns on during charging, for example). Well, as we can see, there is no front-facing camera on the front panel, so video calls via Skype are unfortunately not possible.

Headphones included Sony Xperia go

The camera lens is located at the back, next to it is a second microphone (this time for the camera) and an LED flash, which can also be used as a flashlight, and a very bright one at that. On the lower half of the back cover there is the XPERIA logo and an icon also known from the Sony Ericsson trademark. To the right of the logo is a loudspeaker speaker.

To complete the description, we should also mention the connectors. There are two of them: a 3.5 mm minijack audio jack and a flat microUSB type B. The audio jack is located on the left side of the case, at the top. The USB port is exactly opposite - on the right side. Both of them are covered with plugs that cover these holes quite tightly. On the lower right corner there is a strap mount, which (like the absence of a separate mechanical camera button) becomes almost a Sony signature feature. In addition to the fact that the Japanese, without exception, allegedly love to hang all sorts of keychains on their mobile phones - maneki-neko, netski-tsatski and other Hello Kitties, this mount also performs a really useful function. It secures the back cover. Moreover, it is attached quite reliably, but to open it, you just need to press your fingernail on the pin in the recess and pick up the loose lid.

Removing the cover reveals a dense sea-green monolithic body (the battery is not removable, it is hidden somewhere inside). At the top end on the right is a slot for a microSD memory card - the card is recessed quite deep into the case and is covered with a rubber plug on top. Below is the SIM card slot. The SIM card itself is installed on a metal tray and only after that is inserted into the case, tightly fixed in it with a rubber plug. There are no other opening parts here (unless you unscrew anything with a screwdriver).

There is no removable battery under the removable cover of the Sony Xperia go

Surprisingly, such rubber plugs (as well as gaskets in the case) protect the smartphone from water getting inside the case when immersed up to 1 meter. In this case, the phone is blocked under water, but the camera works, so the Sony Xperia go can be used as a camera for underwater photography (without an additional box). The lid closes without any tricks by lightly pressing it, but if there are gaps under the lid, then just press the lid along the edge and it will easily snap into place.

Performance

The Sony Xperia go hardware platform is built on the ST-Ericsson NovaThor U8500 chipset, which includes a dual-core Cortex A9 processor with a frequency of 1 GHz and a Mali-400 graphics chip. Based on this, as we understand, this device cannot in any way be classified as a flagship model, but the test performance in benchmarks is quite decent.

Sony Xperia go test results


Working hours

Regarding the operating time, we can say that this is a well-balanced device. The 1305 mAh battery is not the most powerful, but thanks to the economical screen with a resolution of 320x480 pixels and a moderate hardware platform, the battery life of the smartphone looks quite attractive.

The manufacturer promises up to 6.5 hours of talk time on 2G networks and up to 5.5 hours on 3G networks, 520 hours of standby time on 2G networks (460 hours on 3G), up to 45 hours of music listening and up to 6 hours of video playback.

Field tests showed the following:

  1. in normal settings mode (i.e. without turning on the energy saving mode) after 3 hours of continuous various manipulations with the smartphone - Internet, phone calls, games - the battery charge decreased from 100% to 75%
  2. The smartphone showed exactly the same result - a decrease in charge from 100% to 75% - after 2 days of being in standby mode (with the screen turned off, of course, but with the network, Bluetooth and WiFi turned on)
  3. after 3 hours of continuous video viewing, the battery charge decreased from 100% to 68%, i.e. consumption rate is 10% per hour - but in this case the figures will vary depending on the quality of the video file, its resolution and format
  4. The greatest energy consumption was noticed during games; it is not possible to say anything precise here, since the load depends on many factors (heavy games in 3 hours can completely burn out the battery).

Software

Sony Xperia go runs on Android OS version 2.3.7 - kernel version 2.6.35.7+, build number 6.0.B.3.162. The first time I connected the network via WiFi and loaded Google Play, the smartphone reported that the update to 6.0.B.3.184 was ready. In the future, it is planned to update to OS Android version 4 (Ice Cream Sandwich). The standard interface of Sony Xperia go offers the user five desktops with the ability to place widgets, shortcuts and folders on them.

Sony Xperia go desktop interfaces


The software here is generally the same as on other smartphones running Android OS, the only thing worth mentioning separately is the quick access panel located at the bottom of the central (home) screen.

The Quick Access Toolbar contains five shortcuts, from left to right:

  1. Fitness
  2. Google Play
  3. Applications screen
  4. Messages
  5. Telephone

Perhaps, it’s worth talking a little more about the “Fitness” section, because on the one hand everything else is clear, but on the other hand, this section (or rather the programs that it contains) is what makes the Sony Xperia go smartphone sporty.

Actually, this section is a folder with shortcuts, simply placed on the central panel. Like any other folder, it can be renamed, and the shortcuts in this folder, just like in any other, can be sorted, deleted, and shortcuts for other programs can be installed if necessary (for example, FM radio and audio player).

When you click on the “Fitness” icon, a folder with shortcuts to preinstalled programs opens: “Flash”, “Compass”, FigureRunni, WalkMate, miCoach. In this case, “Flash” means a regular flashlight, which, however, can itself transmit an SOS signal (3 dots, 3 dashes, 3 dots).

"Compass", in addition to indicating the cardinal directions, allows you to add your location to the database (with coordinates on the map and notes). In this program, you can select the type of compass: analog, antique, digital, GPS, night or digital simple. And in general there are quite a lot of settings, there is something to tinker with.

The built-in compass of Sony Xperia go will not let you get lost in the open spaces

But the FigureRunni, WalkMate, and miCoach programs are more interesting.

FigureRunni is an ingenious program for creating a drawing (pattern) on a map in order to subsequently overcome the drawn path while walking or jogging.

FigureRunni program interface


The miCoach program is, in fact, a personal trainer from Adidas, with which you can create your own training plan, which takes into account your personal parameters (height, weight), and here you can also use tips and training programs (downloaded from the website ), voice prompts.

Train with Sony Xperia go and miCoach


Synchronization with PC

Sony Xperia go does not provide full access to its files; to fully synchronize your smartphone from your PC to your computer, you will have to install the Sony PC Companion program.

But even through this program, only three functions are available: Support Zone - updating the smartphone software, Contacts Setup - transferring and updating contacts, Media Go - transferring to a smartphone and organizing multimedia content.

It is assumed that such programs should be installed almost automatically, but in fact, installing and configuring such programs is often not a completely trivial thing, and not every computer has the opportunity or desire to install additional programs.

Metallic power button Sony Xperia go

So, in this case, you can do without Sony PC Companion. It is enough to insert an external microSD memory card into your smartphone; when connected to a PC via USB, the external memory of the smartphone (microSD card) will simply be defined as an external drive to which you can copy any files.

It will not be possible to install programs on this device (there is Google Play for this), but the Sony Xperia go will see all types of multimedia files on the card and be able to play them without problems. Also, in the smartphone camera settings, you can specify an external SD card as a data storage, and then all captured photos will be saved to the card.

Camera

Like the screen, the camera in the Sony Xperia go is not the main plus: 5 megapixels, the ability to shoot HD video up to 720p, 16x digital zoom, autofocus and LED flash. In a nutshell, we can say about this camera - nothing special.

As a minus, there is the absence of a separate mechanical camera shutter button, although this point is partly eliminated by the fact that in the settings you can assign a quick call to the camera to the screen lock slide (this function is triggered when the slide moves not from left to right, but from right to left).

The quality of the pictures cannot be said to be bad, but average. The camera takes pretty good pictures outdoors, but indoors, in low light conditions, it’s better to shoot with a flash.

Test shots of Sony Xperia go (to view in real resolution, click on the photo)


Smartwatch

Well, as a bonus, SmartWatches took part in our testing.

SmartWatch for Sony Xperia go

The SmartWatch screen can display data from various applications installed on the smartphone - time, weather forecast, player, call and message information, social network widgets.

SmartWatch delivery kit

The SmartWatch package includes: a watch, a black silicone strap, a “User Guide” (several pieces in different languages) and a USB cord of a completely original design, connected to the device using a clip.

In addition to the standard black strap, we also had an additional blue one at our disposal as an example, and in general the choice of color solutions for straps for SmartWatch is very diverse. You can also do without a strap and attach the device to clothing using a clip.

Sync your smartphone and watch


SmartWatches connect to the Sony Xperia go smartphone via Bluetooth. The clock is determined by the LiveWare manager (it can be pre-installed on the smartphone, or you need to download it from Google Play), after pairing with the smartphone, an additional item will appear in the list of headsets of the LiveWare manager - SmartWatch, in which all settings will be available: installing and configuring applications , widgets, sorting them, setting the appearance and type of clock.

Working with applications is easy


Total

We have a very nice device in front of us.

  • dimensions and weight
  • Sony Xperia go smartphone is extremely protected for domestic (non-industrial) use conditions
  • The smartphone is positioned in the segment of devices designed for outdoor activities, and indeed, in hardware and software, it corresponds to this positioning
  • Not the best screen with a resolution of 480 x 320 pixels
  • not the best 5MP camera
  • as well as the absence of a separate mechanical button for the camera

The ST27i, which we will talk about today, is presented by the Japanese developer as a youth solution and is located in the budget segment. The device cannot boast of prohibitively high technical characteristics, compared even to its direct and closest competitors. Nevertheless, the device managed to occupy a favorable position in the market, and it gained truly impressive popularity. This suggests that there is something charming about this once new entry in the smartphone market. Well, if so, let's take a closer look at the smartphone. So, meet Sony Xperia Go.

Screen

Today we will do things differently than usual. We will not give technical specifications at the beginning, but will do it at the end of the review in order to draw a line under everything that will be said. But first things first. What do we have in this case? Before us lies the Sony Xperia GO ST27I. The screen diagonal is 3.5 inches, like the good old fourth iPhone. The resolution doesn’t particularly pamper users, only 480 by 320 pixels. I would like to note that with such a budget we have quite good viewing angles. At the same time, we can note a good margin of brightness so that text can be read in sunlight.

In general, users say that for its class the device has not just a good screen, but, one might say, an optimal one. By the way, the display has a special coating applied. It makes it possible to work with it even if there is water on the screen itself. This will be useful for those people who often work with smartphones with wet hands. So to speak, very impatient people. An excellent solution for regular use near the sea. It is interesting that this model stands out from its segment due to its use. For a state employee, this is unusual.

Hardware

Sometimes there are cases when the Sony ST27I does not turn on. This problem is partly related to the hardware of the device. But what is it like here? Let’s make a reservation right away: on board the smartphone there is an operating system of the Android family. Its version is 2.3.7. A number of changes have been made to the shell. Specialists from a Japanese company worked on them. The changes affected the design, as well as the interface as a whole. And now from general words to specific names.

CPU

The chipset is NovaThor U8500. It works with two Cortex A9 generation cores. The clock speed of the processor cores is one gigahertz. The amount of RAM is small - only 512 MB. As we can see, everything here is within the framework of budget rules. Another thing is the pre-installed software. This is really a reason for a separate conversation.

Lockscreen

The lock slider is well designed. When using the Sony Xperia ST27I, you will have to make long movements. By swiping from left to right, we can unlock the device screen. If we swipe from right to left, we will activate the camera. By default, there are four icons at the bottom. What are they represented by? The first icon is a folder with additional programs. They can be used by people leading an active lifestyle. The second is going to the company store. The third is to open the text message menu. The fourth is to open the menu with calls.

Peculiarities

It should be noted that there are branded floating wallpapers here. They are quite beautiful. By default they are blue. However, the user has the right to decide for himself what shade they should be. The range of active programs is represented by a compass, speedometer, FigureRunner utility, a program for using the flash as a flashlight, and another utility from Adidas. It is intended for training. What awaits us besides this software?

Additional programs and widgets

There are quite a few of them in the Sony ST27i. For example, there is a widget that allows you to control wireless interfaces, as well as change the brightness level, activate flight mode, enable or disable navigation and other similar functions. Its external design is quite good; the Japanese did a great job on it, as they say.

The second widget allows you to see what weather awaits us not only today, but also tomorrow, as well as throughout the next week. An hourly breakdown is possible to view the most accurate weather forecast. By default, there is help that is periodically displayed on the screen. It contains tips that allow the phone owner to optimize its operation through the use of battery chips. The help, in general, will be useful for people who have just begun to master the operating system of the Android family.

Do you need a news feed?

Sony ST27I, the characteristics of which we will present in this article, is equipped with a program called TimeEscape. It displays a feed of actions of users whom the phone owner previously added as friends. To be honest, there is no practical use from this utility as such. Nevertheless, certain categories of users may well be interested in it. The Music Unlimited program will allow you not only to listen to music, but also download it to your device. It's useless for watching videos. Which, by the way, may be clear from the name of the application.

Form style

Separately, I would like to talk about the music player, since we have already reached this topic. It is decorated in the best traditions of the Japanese company. Using the interface, files can be quickly transferred, as well as transferred to a playlist, where the user has the right to add the necessary tracks or compositions.

If the buyer understands this, he will be able to please himself with high-quality and surround sound, since the equalizer itself is present in the settings of the multimedia player built into this device. Using a special add-on, you can increase the volume of the speakers. This is a very useful add-on, since the speakers themselves are not loud. This is more of a conversational thing. We can say that the conversational speaker is doing well with the quality of the interlocutor's voice.

A service called Unlimited, which is built into the multimedia player, allows you to find information about the artist of the currently playing song. The information will be found using third-party services such as YouTube or Wikipedia. Sony Xperia Go ST27i, the characteristics of which will be given at the end of today's review, is well suited for listening to music. In this area, among analogues in the budget segment, it is probably the leader. Actually, that’s why the smartphone was presented as a youth solution. You can purchase this model for 7 thousand rubles.

Interaction with social networks

Tired of music? No problem! You can use analog radio. The list is selected quickly and can be edited manually. The radio is also designed in the typical Sony style. To determine the music that is playing, for example, in a cafe, you can use a traditional Japanese developer program called TrackID. It works quickly, with virtually no delays, for which we can say “thank you” to the Japanese.

Not very functional, but truly beautiful is the clock widget. Accessories are controlled using a program called LiveWare. Customization is additionally represented by your own wallpapers and themes, and this is one of the strengths of this model.

Photographic Opportunities

It’s unlikely that much can be said about the device’s camera. However, we can go through the supporting points. First of all, it should be noted that, of course, one cannot expect a miracle from this model. The quality here is average. Even if the pictures are taken in normal lighting, there is much to be desired. Yes, the main module has a resolution of five megapixels. But something is not clear, either there are problems with the processing algorithm, or the optics are of poor quality, but still the pictures are not particularly consistent even with this resolution.

Every cloud has a silver lining

What saves the day? Probably a whole range of built-in effects from the company. The simplest ones are 3D panoramas. The coolest ones are face detection. Automatic focusing on the subject is present and works at average speed. Digital zoom can be used, but to avoid disappointment, you shouldn't. This is done using the volume buttons. When shooting video, the image is stabilized. Shooting clips produces striking results. Unlike photos, videos are of quite high quality and can be shot in HD quality. It is unclear why the Japanese this time focused specifically on filming video. It would be better if they improved the creation of photographs too.

Autonomous operation

The developer himself stated that in second-generation networks the smartphone will be able to work for six and a half hours, in 3G mode - an hour less. Music can be played for 45 hours. However, in order to soberly evaluate such indicators and analyze the situation, let us remember that we have an operating system of the Android family on board and take a look at the lithium-ion battery. It has a capacity of 1305 milliamps per hour. The battery, by the way, is built into the smartphone itself; you cannot replace it manually. With such a small capacity, you immediately begin to think that Android will land the device by noon. However, it turns out that even when used with above-average activity, the Sony can survive until the evening. The result was extremely surprising, and in a pleasant way. The device charges from zero to one hundred percent in about two hours.

Sony Xperia Go ST27I: specifications and reviews

So, it’s time to talk briefly about what characteristics this model has. The Sony ST27I phone has a 3.5-inch diagonal screen with a resolution of 320 by 480 pixels. The camera has a resolution of five megapixels. There is IP67 protection against moisture and dust. Processor with two cores operating at a clock frequency of 1 GHz. The amount of RAM is 512 MB. Operating system version - “Android 2.3”. You can update to 4.0.

What do buyers say about this device? From the point of view of use for “get-togethers” on social networks, this is a good device. It will also be interesting for those who regularly use the device to listen to music. However, users in reviews complain about low performance (what can you expect with such a processor and amount of memory?) and a weak camera. If you are going to take high-quality pictures in order to share them on social networks or other places, then you will have to look for a better analogue.

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Ingress Protection Rating(shell protection degree) - a system for classifying the degrees of protection of the electrical equipment shell from the penetration of solid objects and water in accordance with the international standard.

Going to the sea this summer, I took with me two new smartphones, positioned by manufacturers as dust/waterproof mobile terminals. I took them in order to test their durability in conditions, so to speak, as close as possible to real ones.

Therefore, photographs of the phone itself, and videos and pictures taken using its camera - everything was brought “from there”. Accordingly, I prepared two reviews that were similar in structure. I wrote a review about one of them - Samsung Galaxy Xcover - right away. And not because it is better, but on the contrary - because there was nothing special to write about. The Korean cannot stand up to the competition: large, heavy, with poor performance, with a very modest screen. In general, there is nothing to compare the screens here: excellent, bright, with good viewing angles, the Sony Xperia go display looks preferable in every way than the screen of the Korean “SUV”, except perhaps in size. But a large screen with large “loose” pixels is not at all better than a smaller, but clearer and brighter screen. And the difference in size is not that big, if you look closely.

In terms of battery life, the Japanese also beat the Korean head and shoulders, as well as in the quality of video/photography. With all this, the difference in their price is only about one and a half thousand rubles (not in favor of Xperia go). I understand that this is also money, but believe me, the difference is worth it. So I left today’s “exhibit”, as they say, “for dessert.”

The hero of today's review is called Sony Xperia go, and it seems that with this “speaking” name he falls into the camp of those very last “Mohicans” who still had normal, sonorous names. In a report from the Sony stand during the IFA 2012 exhibition, I finally thoroughly examined all the families of new smartphones from this company and came to the conclusion that the Japanese, following an incomprehensible fashion, also began to call most of the new smartphones with just one letter: T, V, J and so on. The name “go”, which translated from English in this context means “forward!”, clearly characterizes its owner. Just like “active” - that was the name of Sony’s previous rugged model.

The communicator described today is intended for those mobile communications users who lead, as they say now, an active lifestyle: off-road, snow, dirt, dust and water - these are the conditions that constantly surround them. It is for them that such products are produced, which have undergone special certification and can boast of meeting certain protection standards. These specialized devices, which officially comply with the IP67 protection class, include the new smartphone of the Japanese company - Sony Xperia go (model ST27i).

Marking 67 according to the IP standard in this case means the following: the first digit, indicating the degree of protection provided by the shell, promises dust resistance, that is, complete protection of the inside of the device from contact with dust and dirt.

The second number indicates the degree of protection of the equipment from the effects of water, which is provided by the same shell: in our case, it is able to prevent water from entering during short-term (not permanent) immersion. The maximum protection according to this classification could be IP68 (dustproof device that can withstand prolonged immersion in water), but this is not our case. When complying with IP67 class, it is generally accepted that the device can spend no more than half an hour at a depth of no more than a meter.

I dipped it in the sea waves, and let the children play on the beach, and buried it in the wet sand, and swam with it, and dived. Absolutely nothing happened to the phone, everything worked then and continues to work as normal now - the protection promised by the manufacturer has fully demonstrated itself.

When using the Sony Xperia go in such conditions, there is only one thing to remember. More precisely, about two: the first and most important rule is that after contact with salt water, it is necessary to rinse the surface of the smartphone with fresh water in order to wash off the salt that “tans” and spoils the rubber plugs covering the connectors and sockets. Well, secondly: these same plugs must always be tightly closed before use. The phone itself persistently reminds the user of this. However, these simple rules are probably obvious to most users even without special instruction.

Characteristics

  • SoC NovaThor U8500, 1000 MHz, Cortex A9, two cores
  • GPU Mali-400MP
  • Operating system Android 2.3.7
  • Touch screen LCD TFT TN, 3.5″, 320×480, capacitive, multi-touch
  • Random access memory (RAM) 512 MB, internal memory 8 GB
  • MicroSD card slot up to 32 GB
  • Communication GSM GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz
  • Communication 3G HSDPA/WCDMA 900, 2100 MHz
  • Bluetooth v3.0
  • Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n
  • GPS, AGPS
  • FM radio
  • Camera 5 MP, autofocus, LED flash
  • Protection class IP67
  • Lithium-ion battery 1305 mAh
  • Dimensions 111×60.3×9.8 mm
  • Weight 110 g
Sony Xperia go Sony Ericsson Xperia active Samsung Galaxy Xcover Motorola Defy+
Screen (size in inches, matrix type, resolution) 3.5″, TFT TN, 320×480 (164 PPI) 3″, TFT TN, 320×480 (192 PPI) 3.65″, TFT TN, 320×480 (158 PPI) 3.7″, TFT TN, 480×854 (264 PPI)
SoC NovaThor U8500 @ 1 GHz (2 cores, ARM) Qualcomm MSM 8255 @ 1 GHz (1 core, ARM) Marvell PXA968 @ 800 MHz (1 core, ARM) TI OMAP 3620 @ 1 GHz (1 core, ARM)
RAM 512 MB 512 MB 512 MB 512 MB
Flash memory 8 GB 1 GB 150 MB 2 GB
Memory card support microSD microSD microSD microSD
Protection class IP67 IP67 IP67 IP57
operating system Google Android Google Android Google Android Google Android
SIM format standard standard standard standard
Battery non-removable, 1305 mAh removable, 1200 mAh removable, 1500 mAh removable, 1700 mAh
Cameras rear (5 MP; video - 720p) rear (5 MP; video - 720p) rear (3.2 MP; video - 480p) rear (5 MP; video - 720p)
Dimensions 111×60.3×9.8 mm, 110 g 92×55×17 mm, 110 g 121.5×65.9×12 mm, 141 g 107×59×13.4 mm, 118 g
average price $85() N/A() $151() N/A(0)

Appearance and ease of use

The packaging and features are no different from other modern models in the Xperia line this year. The smartphone comes in a flat cardboard box of a pleasant appearance and good structure with many easily accessible compartments. This very “flatness”, by the way, finally made it possible to comfortably use the phone’s packaging: everything is laid out in plain sight, quickly found and easily not only removed, but also put back. It seems like a small thing, but if you remember how difficult it is sometimes to put back the charger, headset and all sorts of wires, and generally understand how they managed to stuff it there, then this little thing begins to look like a more significant detail. In general, Sony has always been distinguished by its attention to detail, and in this sense they are great.

The equipment is standard: a phone, a very miniature and neat charger with an output power of 850 mA with a USB output, a USB-Micro-USB connecting cable, a wired stereo headset with regular, non-in-ear headphones, as well as a plastic adapter in case you have it on hand You already have a MicroSIM card. This communicator uses a regular SIM card (Mini).

Surprisingly, the appearance of the Sony Xperia go does not at all resemble an “SUV” - unlike, by the way, its brutal opponent. The Samsung Galaxy Xcover is covered in intimidating elements like side notches, iron screw locks, ribbed lids and even laptop-like legs. Sony Xperia go has nothing like that; its appearance is calm, I would even say “urban”.

However, this does not mean that the phone is less protected, not at all. The cover itself, which, in general, makes up the majority of the entire case, because it covers not only the back side, but also the side edges, does not have a special protective function. It's just a casing - a decorative element that covers the inner essence.

But the plastic base is precisely that protective bastion that will not let in either dirt or moisture. That is, even if you use the Sony Xperia go with the cover removed, nothing will change - all the plugs, buttons, connectors and grooves are mounted directly on the base itself. The plugs, by the way, are made competently: they are equipped with real rubber separate gaskets. I’m not sure exactly, but it’s even possible that they are replaceable.

The base has a beautiful bright color, which is even more interesting when seen through holes in the lid - for example, under the caps or in the area of ​​​​the loop for the hand strap. Yes, there is a hook for a strap, which is good news.

The battery here is non-replaceable, but there is a slot for microSD memory cards - naturally, also tightly sealed with a rubber stopper. All plugs, of course, are attached to the body and cannot get lost anywhere.

The SIM card used here is of a standard, familiar size, but it is not inserted quite as usual. Here we use a version with a removable sled, like the iPhone and some other modern devices with Micro/NanoSIM, but there is no need to use a paperclip to remove it: the sled is easily pulled out by the rubber base, which also doubles as a plug when closed. The SIM card can be located in the sled in only one position, which is convenient and does not force you to rack your brains.

The only case material is plastic - there is no metal here. All surfaces are matte, rough, with a soft-touch coating. This makes holding the Sony Xperia go comfortable and pleasant in your hand. The surfaces do not reflect, and the phone will not slip out of wet hands. The small dimensions and calm appearance are such that the smartphone is equally suitable for both sexes and can be used in any situation, from an off-road rally to a social ball.

In general, the case is made very reliably, the parts are assembled tightly, there is no play or creaking. The impermeability of the plugs has proven their worth in practice. The only thing I would complain about is the lid itself. Firstly, it is very thin and bends under your fingers, and secondly, its plastic fasteners can become loose over time. It’s surprising to see such a “frivolous” cover on such an armor-piercing device. However, externally the case looks very nice and logically finished.

All connectors are located on the side faces: on the right - for the cable, on the left - for headphones. The standard 3.5 mm audio output means connecting any other headphones and headsets, but its side location is not very common (usually this connector is placed on top so that the cord does not get in the way when carried in your pocket). In this case, there is only a power button on top, and nothing else.

For a left-hander, this button is not very conveniently located, but due to the small size of the case, you can still put up with this. The volume rocker is located right in the middle of the right side and does not cause any inconvenience. The buttons are mechanical, mounted directly on the lid, and they only apply pressure when you press the spring-loaded contacts protruding from the case. That is, it is almost impossible to use the phone without a cover.

The front panel is far from completely occupied by the screen. Below it there is not only a row of touch-sensitive system control buttons, but also an additional strip of clean plastic. It seems like nothing special, but it was this additional part at the bottom that turned out to be extremely convenient. Typically, in a modern smartphone with sensitive touch elements, there is nothing to grab onto - your fingers constantly hit the buttons, which leads to unplanned presses. This is, in general, why users don’t like sensors. You can safely hold the same phone by the bottom without fear of accidental clicks. A very convenient solution, I would like to see it in the company’s future developments.

Otherwise, everything is standard here: the display is covered with mineral glass on top, a hole is cut out for the auditory speaker and sensor eyes and an LED are visible (lit red when charging and green when charging is complete). The microphone is located in the very bottom, free part of the case.

In general, the appearance and ease of control of the Sony Xperia go communicator left the most pleasant impressions. The phone looks presentable. Perhaps even more expensive than it actually is. Suitable for any environment, discreet, comfortable and secure in the hand. And, of course, he is ready for any surprises thanks to his protection. Honestly, I would love to have this smartphone in my travel kit.

Screen

The display in the Sony Xperia go is quite good for a non-top model that does not pretend to be a multimedia combine. This is a fairly good solution in the form of an ordinary liquid crystal TFT TN matrix with medium resolution and large viewing angles. The screen is small in physical dimensions (3.5 inches diagonally), and the resolution is such that grain is practically invisible here (PPI = 164). No, the grains, of course, are visible if you look closely, but the graininess does not catch the eye, and, as they say, “doesn’t hurt” the eye. Obviously, this is due to the fact that the screen itself is not that big, and all the details on it look small.

Due to its brightness, saturation and natural colors, the Sony Xperia go display looks even more expensive than it actually is. In addition, the picture is further improved using proprietary Mobile Bravia Engine technology, which makes it even more realistic. This technology is software, and it only works while viewing photos and videos. According to the manufacturer, the technology allows you to display the picture in a more natural way for the eye, adding clarity, saturation, contrast and, moreover, removing some of the noise. The brightness reserve is quite enough for any situation, and even in bright sunlight the display does not become too blinding. In the settings you can enable or disable automatic brightness adjustment, and there is also a manual adjustment.

In numbers, the physical parameters of the Sony Xperia go screen are as follows: resolution is 320x480 pixels, dimensions - 49x74 mm, diagonal - 89 mm (3.5 inches). The screen can be controlled with multi-touch gestures and is quite responsive. There is also a proximity sensor that locks the screen when held close to your face.

Sound

In this part, unfortunately, there is nothing particularly special to please the potential owner of the Sony Xperia go. Both speakers—the auditory one and the external one—produce a loud, but somehow dull and unsaturated sound. When you talk on such a phone, you get the impression that there is a cyborg robot at the other end, because the sound reeks of metal and sounds, as they say, on one note. Not to say that everything is completely bad with this, no. The interlocutor’s speech is clearly distinguishable, but you no longer recognize the tones in the voice - warm or cold.

The speaker hole is not equipped with any protrusions, but the sound is almost not muffled by the surface of the table, which is surprising. Maybe it is barely noticeably raised above the surface by the convex ball of the Sony logo? Be that as it may, in this case nothing interferes with the propagation of sound. The speaker does not choke at the maximum volume level, the sound remains clear and adequately performs the function of alerting about an incoming call. In addition, the sound here is processed using proprietary xLoud technology. This technology, developed by Sony, does not affect sound quality in any way, but serves to enhance the volume of the main speaker.

As for the sound in the headphones, the included headset was not very pleased with its quality. And I don’t like non-in-ear headphones - they don’t stay in my ears well. It's surprising, by the way, that Sony didn't include sports-type headphones in the package. After all, this is an extreme phone, which means that the headphones should not fall out of the ears during sudden movements.

FM radio is present here, but only works when headphones are connected. The settings are simple and easy to understand.

Camera

Sony Xperia go is equipped with only one digital camera module. This means that you won’t be able to organize a video call on your own or capture your appearance during a sea regatta.

The single camera module is equipped with a 5-megapixel matrix, and I liked the quality of its images. I brought a lot of great photos and videos, which I share with you. You can evaluate the quality of the pictures in original resolution by clicking on the thumbnails below.

At the maximum possible resolution, which you will have to set yourself (the factory settings offer a lower resolution), the pictures are 2592x1944 pixels in size, which is the same 5 megapixels.

Thanks to the built-in macro function and automatic focusing, close objects, as well as text from paper or the monitor screen, can be perfectly captured by the camera.

The camera can shoot video in HD resolution 720p, and it does it very well too. Below are several videos, up to 15 seconds long, shot at maximum settings at 30 frames per second. The videos are saved in MP4 and have a resolution of 1280×720 pixels. The factory video settings are initially set to this resolution.

  • Video No. 1 (16.0 MB, 1280×720)
  • Video No. 2 (16.1 MB, 1280×720)
  • Video No. 3 (16.7 MB, 1280×720)
  • Video No. 4 (21.5 MB, 1280×720)
  • Video No. 5 (24.9 MB, 1280×720)

There are enough settings, everything you need is there. The only good thing is the ability to attach geotags to pictures. There is no improvement with HDR technology here. The smartphone also does not have a hardware camera control button; the shutter is released by pressing the icon on the screen.

Software and telephone part

Sony Xperia go went on sale and initially runs the old version of Android OS 2.3.7, but the smartphone will probably receive an update. By the way, there are only three buttons under the screen - as desired by the fourth version of Android. Sony installed its own shell on top of the OS, slightly modifying the interface. Its desktop consists of five horizontally scrolling screens and a fixed panel of five icons at the bottom. When viewing installed applications, everything looks different: five screens, and at the bottom three icons for working with programs and sorting them. Moreover, the space allocated to these lower icons takes up a third of the screen, and therefore programs are crammed into only three rows. It looks strange - as if this shell was intended for a different screen resolution.

The range of programs is extensive and standard for Sony: a fully functioning Google Play Store (Market), many entertainment and social hubs, multimedia programs for working with music and photos. But there is no simple file manager here, just as there is no open application manager. The Office Suite version of the office suite only works for document viewing. To be honest, in this sense, I like the equipment of Sony communicators less than that of Samsung. Since go is partly a sports model, among the programs there was also a trainer for independent training and a pedometer.

Sony Xperia go copes well with telephone functions. There is one radio module, one SIM card. The smartphone can operate in four frequency bands GSM GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz, so it is quite suitable for travelers, because it will receive a signal in any corner of the world. There is also support for HSDPA/WCDMA 900, 2100 MHz. The operation of the radio part of the communicator is stable, in this sense the phone is reliable. During testing, no freezes or spontaneous reboots/shutdowns were noticed.

Performance

The Sony Xperia go hardware platform is based on the NovaThor U8500 chip with a central dual-core Cortex A9 (ARMv7) processor operating at 1000 MHz. It is supported in graphics processing by the Mali-400MP video accelerator. All this is served by 512 MB of RAM. The storage available to the user for uploading their own files is approximately 4 GB. The total system memory in the smartphone is 8 GB, but the remaining volume is used only for the system and pre-installed programs. When you connect your smartphone to your computer, both user storages are mounted as two independent removable drives - provided, of course, that the microSD memory card is inserted into its slot.

In Quadrant Standard, Sony Xperia go scored 2543 points, and according to the results of comprehensive AnTuTu - 5614, thus surpassing Samsung Galaxy Xcover by more than two times.

We traditionally tested graphics performance in NenaMark2 (v2.2). Based on the results of several runs, the Mali-400MP graphics accelerator in this device showed a very respectable result of 43 fps.

Battery life

The lithium-ion battery installed in the Sony Xperia go is non-replaceable, its capacity is 1305 mAh. This is a small volume for a telephone battery by today's standards. However, the smartphone showed good results according to the test results, and in everyday life I had the phone without problems for up to three days. The reason for this is the small screen and Sony's well-optimized energy saving system.

Continuous reading in the FBReader program with room lighting at a medium brightness level lasted as much as 14 hours. Playing an MP3 with the screen off lasted an infinitely long time - 35 hours. The phone played a video in an MKV container with a resolution of 720p, which we usually use when testing modern smartphones, for a full 7 hours, even without hardware support in the MX player. A full charge of the Sony Xperia go lasts only 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Prices

The average retail price of a device in Moscow at the time of reading the article in rubles can be found by moving the mouse to the price tag.

Bottom line

As for my own impressions, as I already said at the beginning of the article, the smartphone traveled with me both through the mountains and the sea, proving itself to be the best. Cute, suitable for any situation, small and not heavy, productive, takes excellent pictures and films, and is also a modern smartphone that is perfectly protected from bad weather. There is absolutely nothing to complain about here, and I would highly recommend the Sony Xperia go for purchase to people looking for a universal and reliable companion in mobile life. For those who prefer to use their smartphone as a multimedia processor, this little one is most likely not suitable. Although its hardware performance is quite capable of handling both HD video and 3D games, the small screen will obviously become a hindrance in modern entertainment of this kind.

Sony Xperia go

happy sony go user

dated February 19, 2014 4

Pros:

Ergonomic, comfortable, thin (easy to carry even in a shirt pocket), works responsively, excellent applications, good built-in memory, two 1GHz cores! applications are installed with a bang and rarely slow down (normal applications from official sites, of course)

Minuses:

The sleep mode unlock button is inconvenient, on top, in the case you can’t really feel it. The lack of 512 MB of RAM is taking its toll; when going to the desktop, it slows down from time to time. The battery is weak.

General impression:

I’ve been using this phone for half a year now, the overall impression is only positive, it’s worth the price!
I customized it for myself, turned off most of the background modes of applications, lowered the screen brightness, and turned on STAMINA mode.
As a result, you can stretch the charge for 2 or 3 days using practically nothing, going online once a day to use soap.
Or use it to its fullest (which only brings pleasure with its abilities) but half a day or, at best, until the evening of the day when you took it off the charge in the morning)).
I recently updated my Android, no problems! everything is working!

Sony Xperia go

Nadia

dated January 29, 2014 2

Pros:

If it is truly waterproof, then +

Minuses:

Wi-Fi reception is weak, it slows down, and it takes a long time, you need to call urgently, but it doesn’t display the list of contacts, it takes a long time to think that you pressed the call button, you can freak out until you get through.

General impression:

I didn’t like it because of such disadvantages, it’s a brake in one word. .. .. .. sorry for the money spent.

Sony Xperia go

yaroli steel cat

dated December 8, 2013 1

Pros: Cons:

Poor calls, bluetooth and Wi-Fi disappear.

General impression:

I bought it in the spring of May 2013 and now this Sony is sitting there and won’t turn on.

Sony Xperia go

[email protected]

dated November 20, 2013 2

Pros:

Comfortable to hold, bright screen, works quite quickly with Android version 2.3. you can listen to music in the shower. The video turns out good (very strange) That's where the positives end

Minuses:

On the very first day the screen was scratched; the case is flimsy and cracks over time. For such a price (I bought it as soon as GO appeared) they could have installed an 8MP camera. very weak speaker. The battery is dead (I optimized everything, turned it off, stopped unnecessary applications, turned down the brightness) runs out in half a day (it works for 2 days without a SIM card). The photos, like all Sonya's, are grainy (this is hereditary). Updated to Android 4. 1. 1 - I still regret it. A bunch of unnecessary applications that cannot be removed without RTH rights.
Sometimes bluetooth and network disappear for a long time. It slows down when scrolling through screens. after the official update: you can’t select a lock screen picture; the sensor glitches when charging; when connecting to a computer, the connection is lost. old games started to crash.

Sony Xperia go

Nastya

dated August 8, 2013 5

Pros:

Comfortable to hold, screen is clear. It holds a charge for a long time, all day long with frequent use (this is normal for touch phones).

Minuses:

At the beginning, the phone had to be rebooted almost every day (calls were not received). But over time it went away. I would also like the battery to be removed and the SIM card not to be cut off.

General impression:

The phone is great. I've been using it for a year now. All games run on the phone (I compared this phone with the phone of friends), it rarely glitches. The photo quality is not very good, but the audio is very good. There are a lot of things you can download. And also waterproof and shockproof. I dropped it several times on the floor and in water, nothing works. I'm delighted with this phone!

Sony Xperia go

dr slam

dated February 12, 2013 4

Pros:

1 A regular case, preferably a metal one, of course, but this will do.
2 GPS

Minuses:

1 Battery drains, couldn’t last more than 3 days
2 Many unnecessary programs
3 quite fragile

General impression:

With proper customization, removal of unnecessary programs, a normal smartphone, on par with other classmates.

Sony Xperia go

olegator89

dated December 3, 2012 2

Pros:

Small size. Light weight. Very convenient to carry in your jeans pocket. Not a bad display. Good location of the device control buttons. Good waterproofness. Good dust protection. Successfully made plugs for all connectors. A good set of built-in fitness programs. Not a bad flash.

Minuses:

The assembly of the case was carried out extremely poorly, simply disgusting. It creaks from all sides, no matter where you press. A lot of dust accumulates under the housing cover and it is necessary to constantly scrape it out. Although the display has good brightness, the backlight is very poor. The sound in good headphones is of very average quality, but in native ones it is simply terrible. The camera starts up quickly, but is simply unbearably slow in operation. This phone has huge problems with communication. Disappears. It just doesn't catch. Sent SMS messages do not arrive. After updating the operating system, everything became much worse. The battery is non-removable and discharges very quickly. The interface is extremely slow to operate. Calls are constantly dropped.

General impression:

The device is very crude and unreliable. I absolutely do not recommend purchasing it. Maybe later, when the system is properly finished.

Sony Xperia go

Gusev G.

dated November 13, 2012 5

Pros:

1. Cute design. Beautiful. Stylish. Convenient to carry in your pocket. Immediately attracts attention.
2. Large and cool screen. No scratches. Bright. Excellent for watching videos.
3. Excellent sensor. Very sensitive. With great response.
4. Great sound in my old sennheiser IE4 headphones.
5. Excellent water permeability. I checked it and it really works. Previously, my phones often fell into puddles and mud, now I am calm.
6. Dust protection works well. Also checked.
7. Old and familiar Android - fast and stable. Functionality is excellent as always.
8. Works well with the network. Doesn't lose or break. Fast Internet.
9. Excellent performance of the built-in navigator. Quickly picks up satellites. Good loading speed for maps.
10. Not a bad speaker. Everyone can be heard normally. I read that they complain about weak sound, I advise you to buy a hearing aid and not suffer.

Minuses:

1. The lid creaks a little.
2. Really weak battery. Although, I am completely satisfied.

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Design

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Width

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60.3 mm (millimeters)
6.03 cm (centimeters)
0.2 ft (feet)
2.37 in (inches)
Height

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111 mm (millimeters)
11.1 cm (centimeters)
0.36 ft (feet)
4.37 in (inches)
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9.8 mm (millimeters)
0.98 cm (centimeters)
0.03 ft (feet)
0.39 in (inches)
Weight

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110 g (grams)
0.24 lbs
3.88 oz (ounces)
Volume

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65.59 cm³ (cubic centimeters)
3.98 in³ (cubic inches)
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IP67

SIM card

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Mobile networks

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Mobile communication technologies and data transfer speeds

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Operating system

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SoC (System on Chip)

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SoC (System on Chip)

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ST-Ericsson NovaThor U8500
Technological process

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45 nm (nanometers)
Processor (CPU)

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ARM Cortex-A9
Processor size

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32 bit
Instruction Set Architecture

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ARMv7
Number of processor cores

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2
CPU clock speed

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1000 MHz (megahertz)
Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

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ARM Mali-400 MP1
Number of GPU cores

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1
Amount of random access memory (RAM)

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512 MB (megabytes)
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LPDDR2

Built-in memory

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Screen

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LCD
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3.5 in (inches)
88.9 mm (millimeters)
8.89 cm (centimeters)
Width

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1.94 in (inches)
49.31 mm (millimeters)
4.93 cm (centimeters)
Height

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2.91 in (inches)
73.97 mm (millimeters)
7.4 cm (centimeters)
Aspect Ratio

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1.5:1
3:2
Permission

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320 x 480 pixels
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165 ppi (pixels per inch)
64 ppcm (pixels per centimeter)
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24 bit
16777216 flowers
Screen area

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54.67% (percentage)
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Capacitive
Multi-touch
Scratch resistance
LED-backlit
Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine

Sensors

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Rear camera

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Flash type

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LED
Image Resolution

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2592 x 1944 pixels
5.04 MP (megapixels)
Video resolution

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1280 x 720 pixels
0.92 MP (megapixels)
Video recording speed (frame rate)

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30fps (frames per second)
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Autofocus
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Geographical tags
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Touch Focus
Face recognition
Self-timer

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USB

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CSS 3
CSS 2.1

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Battery

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Capacity

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1305 mAh (milliamp-hours)
Type

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Li-Ion (Lithium-ion)
2G talk time

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6 hours 30 minutes
6.5 h (hours)
390 min (minutes)
0.3 days
2G latency

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520 h (hours)
31200 min (minutes)
21.7 days
3G talk time

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5 hours 30 minutes
5.5 h (hours)
330 min (minutes)
0.2 days
3G latency

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460 h (hours)
27600 min (minutes)
19.2 days
Characteristics

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