Posts Tagged ‘Sony Mobile’

New arrival: Sony Xperia XZ1, XZ1 Compact & XA1 Plus smartphones

Thursday, September 28th, 2017

Recently announced at IFA 2017, Sony Mobile is launching the Xperia XZ1 (S$898), Xperia XZ1 Compact (S$668) & Xperia XA1 Plus (S$498) in Singapore on 7 Oct, 2017.

5.2-inch Sony Xperia XZ1 Android 8.0 Oreo smartphone. S$898, 3D scanning, 19-megapixel Motion Eye camera for predictive photos & super slow motion videos, Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 CPU, 4GB RAM, 64GB memory, front-facing stereo speakers, 2700mAh battery. 2 colours: White Silver, Black.

All three Android smartphones can be pre-ordered from now to 6 October.

The 5.2-inch Xperia XZ1 and 4.6-inch XperiaXZ1 Compact are top tier smartphones and will be among the first smartphones in the world to ship with Andoid 8.0 Oreo.

The Xperia XZ Premium remains the Xperia flagship in Sony’s smartphone product line.

Media preview for the new Xperia XZ1, Xperia XZ1 Compact & Xperia XA1 Plus Android smartphones in Singapore. In the photo, Sony Mobile staff is doing a 3D scan of the model’s head using the new Xperia XZ1.

The two phones will feature continue the Motion Eye camera for capturing detail and super slow motion video, as well as a new capability to capture 3D scans of faces and objects.

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MWC 2015: Sony unveils Xperia Z4 tablet & M4 Aqua smartphone

Monday, March 2nd, 2015

Both new devices ship with Android 5.0 Lollipop and are waterproof (IP65 & IP68) & dust-tight.

Sony Mobile unveils the Xperia Z4 tablet (left) and Xperia M4 Aqua smartphone (right), during MWC 2015 in Barcelona, Spain.

Sony Mobile unveils the Xperia Z4 tablet (left) and Xperia M4 Aqua smartphone (right), during MWC 2015 in Barcelona, Spain.

Sony Mobile Communications (Sony Mobile) introduced its class-leading Xperia Z4 10.1-inch tablet, and its mid-range Xperia M4 Aqua smartphone at Mobile World Congress 2015 in Barcelona, Spain.

Xperia Z4 tablet

Sony boasts that the Xperia Z4 is the world’s lightest and slimmest 10-inch tablet, as well as the world’s brightest 10.1-inch 2K display (2560 x 1600 pixels), with a long battery life for up to 17 hours of video playback.

The Sony Xperia Z4 Tablet will launch globally, in 4G LTE and Wi-Fi variants, from June 2015.

The Sony Xperia Z4 Tablet will launch globally, in 4G LTE and Wi-Fi variants, from June 2015.

The Xperia Z4 measures 167 x 254 x 6.1mm and weighs 389g for the Wi-Fi version (393g for Wi-Fi + LTE version).

The Android 5.0 Lollipop tablet runs on a 2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 octa-core 64 bit processor with 3GB RAM and 32GB internal memory, with up to an additional 128GB through the microSD card slot.

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New headset: Sony Stereo Bluetooth Headset SBH20 (S$78)

Sunday, April 28th, 2013

Sony Mobile unveils one-touch listening with the SBH20 (S$78). The new range of sleek, colourful stereo wireless headsets offer NFC functionality for one-touch pairing, HD Voice and dynamic sound.

The Sony Stereo Bluetooth Headset SBH20 (S$78) comes in orange, turquoise, black, white or pink.

The Sony Stereo Bluetooth Headset SBH20 (S$78) comes in orange, turquoise, black, white or pink.

Sony Stereo Bluetooth Headset made its global debut at CES 2013 as part of Sony Mobile’s Smart Wireless Music Portfolio.

Sony Stereo Bluetooth Headset SBH20 - only 12g.

Sony Stereo Bluetooth Headset SBH20 – only 12g.

Weighing only 12 grams, simply touch the back of any NFC-enabled smartphone on the front of the headset to pair and connect to music instantly.

Sony Stereo Bluetooth Headset SBH20 promises dynamic sound and superior listening experience.

Music is pumped with rich, full bass and clear treble.

With HD Voice support, even the caller on the other end of the line will experience the superior sound of Stereo Bluetooth Headset SBH20.

A rotatable clip at the back of the headset allows users to flexibly secure the headset.

A rotatable clip at the back of the headset allows users to flexibly secure the headset.

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TODAY: Sony Xperia ZL Android smartphone debuts in Singapore

Friday, April 12th, 2013

The Xperia ZL is available in black or white at an RRP of S$868 (without contract).

Xperia ZL from Sony Mobile Communications hit the shelves today at RRP S$868 without contract.

Xperia ZL from Sony Mobile Communications hit the shelves today at RRP S$868 without contract.

The Xperia ZL is a design variant of Sony Mobile’s flagship smartphone Xperia Z.

The Xperia ZL has a Full HD (1080 x 1920) 5-inch Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2, running on a 1.5 GHz asynchronous quad-core Snapdragon S4 processor with 2GB RAM.

It sports a 13-megapixel Fast Capture camera with Exmor RS for mobile, HDR video, Superior Auto and Noise Reduction to capture sharp pictures and videos under any conditions.

A STAMINA battery mode promises to improve standby times at least fourfold.

The Xperia ZL also offers easy and fast One-touch functions to wirelessly share music, photos and videos across devices.

New Android smartphones: Sony Xperia SP and Xperia L

Tuesday, March 19th, 2013

Xperia SP offers a high quality HD experience, LTE 4G and easy connectivity while the Xperia L comes in a stylish design boasting good camera quality with HDR for both photos and videos.

Both smartphones will be available ( in white, red or black.) in selected markets in SE Asia from Q2 2013. Prices TBA.

Sony Xperia SP and Sony Xperia L are will both be available in white, black or red.

Sony Xperia SP and Sony Xperia L are will both be available in white, black or red.

The two new smartphones join Sony’s Spring 2013 lineup and come with a high quality screen, the latest camera features, NFC connectivity for One-touch function, Battery STAMINA Mode for extended battery life, and Sony’s media apps for enjoying photos, music, and games on the go.

Sony’s One-touch functions, allowing the user to easily and instantly enjoy music and photos across an array of devices, such as Sony’s SRS-BTV5 speaker and latest range of NFC-enabled BRAVIA TVs, with just a single touch.

Sharing is made easy with no wires, cables, or fiddling with settings. Below are more details on the two new smartphones.

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Cheerful Chinese New Year colours in Chinatown

Saturday, February 2nd, 2013

It’s the Lunar New Year period and Chinatowns all over the world are abuzz with decorations and festival sales in anticipation of Chinese New Year.

This couple reads

This couple reads “Welcoming the new spring and happiness” to the right, and “Prosperity through Harmony” to the left. I snapped this picture with the Sony Xperia Ion Android smartphone.

I was walking in Chinatown Singapore and came across this corridor outside the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple that brightly decorated with these floral wreaths and Chinese well-wishing couplets.

New Android smartphone: Sony Xperia Z showcased in Singapore

Tuesday, January 15th, 2013

Unveiled only last week at CES 2013 in Las Vegas, the new flagship for Sony Mobile’s Xperia smartphones was showcased in Singapore to the regional media.

The Xperia Z and its smaller variant (Xperia ZL) will be available globally in Q1 2013. Prices are yet to be announced.

Update (7 February, 2013):

The Xperia Z will debut in Singapore on 1 March 2013. RRP: S$988 without contract.

You can pre-order at  the Xperia Store, Sony Stores and Sony Centres from 15-24 February and get a gift.

Xperia Z will be available in the above stores on 1 March and from all telco operators from March 2nd onwards, in black or white. The purple Xperia Z will be available one week after on 8 March.

Sony Mobile's new flagship smartphone - Xperia Z. Available Q1 2013.

Sony Mobile’s new flagship smartphone – Xperia Z. Available Q1 2013.

The Xperia Z embodies leading edge technology that Sony had developed over the years for its wide range of electronic devices.

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CES 2013 roundup: Sony reveals new large TVs and smartphone

Tuesday, January 8th, 2013

Here is a round-up of Sony’s new electronic gadgets for 2013, as released today during the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2013 in Nevada, Las Vegas, USA.

Imagine a Sony Bravia KD-65 LED TV in your living room.

Imagine a Sony Bravia KD-65 LED TV in your living room.

This year’s line-up includes new models to Sony’s Cyber-Shot, Handycam, Walkman, Xperia and BRAVIA range of products, as well as wireless speakers.

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SITEX 2012 promotions: Sony Mobile Android smartphones

Wednesday, November 21st, 2012

Sony Mobile will be at SITEX 2012 at Hall 5, Booth 5A01. There will be discounts for their smartphones, including the latest Xperia SL.

The new Xperia SL and Xperia ion are among the Android smartphones that Sony Mobile is retailing at SITEX 2012.

The new Xperia SL and Xperia ion are among the Android smartphones that Sony Mobile is retailing at SITEX 2012.

Purchase either the Xperia J (S$398) or Xperia acro S (S$698) and get a pair of Raine Yang concert tickets (worth S$156) free.

Sony Mobile SITEX 2012 Usual Discount
Xperia SL SG$498 SG$598 SG$100
Xperia neo L SG$298 SG$368 SG$70
Xperia tipo dual SG$198 SG$198 SG$0
Xperia go SG$368 SG$468 SG$100
Xperia ion SG$598 SG$798 SG$200

Above are the discounts for other Sony Mobile Android smartphones. Follow the links to read the details for each model.

New Android smartphone: Sony Xperia SL from Sony Mobile in Singapore

Monday, October 22nd, 2012

Sony Xperia SL is now available in Singapore in black, dark silver and pink at a recommended retail price of S$668 (without contract) at Xperia Concept Stores, Sony Stores and Sony Centres.

The new Sony Xperia SL from Sony Mobile comes in black (not shown above), dark silver or pink.

The new Sony Xperia SL from Sony Mobile comes in black (not shown above), dark silver or pink.

Based on the popular Xperia S, the new Xperia SL boasts a sharp 4.3-inch Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine.

Sony Xperia SL
OS Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Screen 4.3″ 720p HD TFT
Resolution 1280 x 720 (342ppi)
Battery 1,750 mAh, embedded
Processor 1.7 GHz Qualcomm MSM8260 Dual Core
Features NFC
Camera Rear: 12 MP
Front: 1.3 MP
Video 1080p HD
Memory Int: 32 GB
Ext:
Size /mm 128 x 64 x 10.6
Weight 144 g
Colour Black, Dark Silver, Pink
Price S$668

The 720p HD TFT display (1280 x 720 pixels, 342 ppi) has 16 million colours and has a shatter proof sheet on scratch-resistant glass.

HD content can be shared through DLNA, HDMI and BRAVIA Sync through quick and easy streaming to other screens.

Xperia SL features a 12MP fast capture camera that goes from sleep to snap in just over a second with a single key press.

The smartphone runs on Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) and a 1.7 GHz Qualcomm MSM8260 Dual Core processor, with 32GB eMMC flash storage and NFC.

Xperia SL is PlayStation Certified.

Three new media applications – WALKMAN”, “ALBUM” and “MOVIES” – provide enhanced entertainment experiences, and shares content amongst friends via social media connectivity.