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Sony Xperia sola thread |
sunrise_
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2 days since announcement and still no discussion thread? So...
Sony Xperia sola
Key features for Xperia sola
Floating touch navigation for an easy web browsing experience
NFC enabled and Xperia SmartTags in the box to enable quick app loading and easy content sharing
3.7” Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine gives razor sharp clarity
Powered by a 1GHz Dual Core Processor for super fast browsing
xLOUD and 3D surround sound audio technology for crisp and loud listening
Direct access to Sony Entertainment Network* with pre-installed Video and Music Unlimited** apps
Launches on Android platform 2.3, upgrade to Android 4.0 during summer 2012
Press release: http://pressreleases.sonymobile.com/2012/0313/english
Full specification: http://www.sonymobile.com/cws[....]ils/xperiasolaprfinal-20120313
Product page: http://www.sonymobile.com/global-en/products/phones/xperia-sola/
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goldenface
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Strangely enough, this looks like being one of the best looking of Sony's latest phones. I'm liking the new designs - completely different from the curves of last year.
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rikken
Joined: Feb 23, 2007
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From: Norway
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Agree, I really like its design too  and the fact that it has a memorycard slot Only wish it had a bigger screen.
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lolstebbo
Joined: Aug 01, 2009
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From: California
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Its lack of a front-facing camera is a pretty..... big negative against it. |
goldenface
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From: Liverpool City Centre
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They've again managed to make their phones look a lot different from the rest of the pack.
Great spec list too and it's nice to see they're including some smart-tags to get you started.
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mode
Joined: Jan 12, 2007
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The white one looks absolutely divine! But Sony needs to realize that eventhough Samsung sells ugly phone their at the top of their game so there other areas they need to look into to catch up. Looks can only get them so far. That said, damn they make pretty phones! 
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NightBlade
Joined: Jul 29, 2007
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From: Nessebar, Bulgaria
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It does look gorgeous! (sans the back)
I like how they added that small illumination just above the Xperia logo.
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vlotnet
Joined: May 11, 2008
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These things are very subjective, but I think the design is terribly blocky, and the front surface of the phone looks like two disjointed blocks (from the '80s).
I'd much rather have more pocketable curved edges and a totally flat front face. I can't see this the raised part holding up to accidents well either. The white model makes the ugly more livable though.
There may be a practical use for that white light under the raised screen too. If it's just posturing, it will be disappointing.
* The NFC tags might be useful to some people.
* The USB port should have a sliding cover to protect it from the elements, ideally.
* The SE 'bump' logo on the back shouldn't be there (it will get damaged with enough table placement if unprotected). I would guess newer phones in the future will finally dispense with it given the corporate changes here.
Floating Touch sounds like it may have some usefulness for some people and it differentiates Sony pretty well, when most phones are starting to look and act just the same as each other.
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dominiquelan
Joined: Mar 13, 2012
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This phone proves that not all smartphones need to look alike. I love the red one! I don't think the raised screen is practical, although it does merit them extra points for creativity. I can't wait to try the "floating touch" feature, too.
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Shino03
Joined: Dec 22, 2008
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From: Pearl of the Orient Seas
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Any idea how much will this cost at launch? |
moshimaru
Joined: Oct 28, 2007
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From: marikina, philippines
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According to the post of Sony Mobile Philippines on facebook, the srp will be P16,999 (296 euro). It said that it will release by mid-may. |
ernesthelmer
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From: Oklahoma City,OK, USA
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At a glance, the device looks quite a fantastic product with many amazing characteristics.The best feature of this phone is floating touch display.Sony products are amazing!
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mustafabay
Joined: Sep 27, 2004
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So Sony is saying ICS should have more than 512MB of RAM for optimum operation. So is anyone annoyed that the Sola has 512MB of RAM? If 1GB is too much then give it 768MB. Or is the Sola too low end?
I don't want a signature anymore. |
TeknoBoi90
Joined: Mar 08, 2008
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From: Piemonte, Italy
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Curious that in Italy (and only here) this will be called "Sole", because "Sola" means something like "fake" 
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S4k1s
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On 2012-03-31 22:48:08, mustafabay wrote:
So Sony is saying ICS should have more than 512MB of RAM for optimum operation. So is anyone annoyed that the Sola has 512MB of RAM? If 1GB is too much then give it 768MB. Or is the Sola too low end?
IMO all phones that ship in 2k12 with less than 1gb are low end regardless of other specs. |
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Posted: 2012-03-15 16:00
