After the release of the Sony Xperia NXT Series smartphones and the arrival of Xperia go and Xperia acro S this year, Sony Mobile also announces the release of Xperia miro and Xperia tipo on the 3rd Quarter of this year to give android smartphone users a wider option that will fit to their lifestyle and usability. Both powered by Android 4.0.2 Ice Cream Sandwich, these two Sony Xperia smartphones will cater to the needs of every user to connect and expand their mobility.
The Sony Xperia miro is a slim and stylish smartphone available in a fun range of colors with deep integration of Facebook throughout contacts, photo gallery and the music player, plus Sony’s xLOUD audio technology for crisp and loud sound. Xperia tipo is designed to be easy to use enabling consumers to get the most from their smartphones – whether browsing the web, sharing pictures or downloading apps. Xperia tipo will also be available in a dual SIM version – Xperia tipodual – so that consumers can switch between tariffs with just one touch to stay on the most cost effective plan. Both smartphones will launch globally in calendar Q3 2012. Here are the basic specs about the two new Xperia smartphones:
Key features for Xperia miro
- 3.5” display for great browsing and entertainment experiences
- Launching on Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
- 5MP camera and brilliant quality video recording at 30fps
- Sony’s xLOUD audio technology gives crisp and loud sound
- Deep Facebook integration with contacts, gallery and the music player for sharing and discovery
- Customizable illuminations for incoming messages and social updates
- Front-facing camera for video chat between smartphones, tablets and PCs
- Contact less DLNA connectivity to easily view content like photos and videos on a TV, tablet and PC
- Powerful battery with >24hrs usage time
- Available in black, black/pink, white and white/gold colors
Key features for Xperia tipo
- 3.2” scratch-resistant mineral glass display
- Launching on Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
- 3.2MP camera
- Dedicated set-up guide
- Data management solution to identify data usage
- Bluetooth and Wi-Fi™ for easy content sharing and web access
- Powerful battery, 1500 maH, with >24hrs usage time
- Available in red, white, blue and black
According to Calum MacDougall, Director Xperia Marketing at Sony Mobile Communications he says that the Xperia miro and Xperia tipo are for consumers looking for entertainment experiences and functionality traditionally associated with high-end Android smartphones. With a powerful battery life and having a full multimedia features and connectivity the need for fun and entertainment can be easily achieved by the owner without worrying that his or her battery will drain fast. As of now, there’s no retail price yet of the new Xperia miro and Xperia tipo that will be released anytime this 3rd Quarter. Honestly speaking aside from the Sony Xperia S that I wanted to have, I am eyeing for the Xperia miro that is handy and easy to grip because of the size and design and with the compact features that a person who love taking photos, connecting to social media and listening to music can be found here.