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Sony Xperia Tipo

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User ratings:
15
3.8 out of 5
15 user ratings
5 stars
13 %
4 stars
60 %
3 stars
20 %
2 stars
6 %
1 stars
0 %
Editorial reviews:
7
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3.2 out of 5
3 user ratings
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4 stars
33 %
3 stars
66 %
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Pros

  • The build quality is good
  • Xperia tipo is also doing fairly well in terms of software
  • The build quality is surprisingly good

Cons

  • the tipo is not in the HD race
  • Sony Xperia Tipo The left spine has the micro-USB port
  • it sounded slightly louder with xLoud on

Key specs

  • 3.2 Mpx
  • 3.2 in
  • 480, 320 px
  • TN TFT
  • 180 ppi
  • 1500 mAh
  • Single-core

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Sony Xperia Tipo - Pros & Cons

Sony Xperia Tipo

Pros

  • The build quality is good
  • Xperia tipo is also doing fairly well in terms of software
  • The build quality is surprisingly good
  • The build quality is brilliant
  • that the phone remains easy to hold and pocket
  • it does brilliantly well
  • The picture quality of the images taken in daylight from this smartphone is decent
  • where better and becomes a far more convenient operation
  • quality workmanship and harmonious dimensions that
  • fits nicely in the hand and can be easily and conveniently used with one hand
  • Harmonious design and high-quality workmanship

Cons

  • the tipo is not in the HD race
  • Sony Xperia Tipo The left spine has the micro-USB port
  • it sounded slightly louder with xLoud on
  • Cramped
  • unresponsive screen
  • the charging cable provided with the phone is very short
  • Shiny plastic covers have a tendency to feel precariously slippery in the hand
  • Sony Xperia Tipo is just how chunky it is
  • The camera lens is on the back of the phone
  • The experience is not being compromised
  • more powerful processors and more RAM

Sony Xperia Tipo - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
3.2 in
Best:
Asus FonePad 8
Screen size: 8 in
IconBattery capacity
1500 mAh
Best:
Doogee BL12000
Battery capacity: 12000 mAh
IconPixel density
180 ppi
Best:
Sony Xperia Z6
Pixel density: 891 ppi
IconCPU clock speed
0.8 GHz
Best:
Motorola Moto G100
CPU clock speed: 3.2 GHz

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Sony Xperia Tipo - Full Specifications

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Hardware
Operating systemAndroid 4.0
CPU clock speed0.8 GHz
CPU coresSingle-core
CPU modelQualcomm Snapdragon MSM7225A
GPU modelQualcomm Adreno 200
RAM memory512 MB
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Rear camera
Primary sensor resolution3.2 Mpx
Video recordingyes
Highest video resolution640 x 480 px
Digital zoomyes
Geo-taggingyes
LED Flashyes
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Blue
  • Red
  • White
MaterialPlastic
Water resistantno
Shock resistantno
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Sensors
Accelerometeryes
Proximityyes
Digital compassyes
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Connectivity
Dual sim supportno
Sim card sizeMini-SIM
DLNA certifiedno
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth version2.1 EDR
Bluetooth profile
  • A2DP
  • AVRCP
Bluetooth codecSBC
NFCno
Charging connectionUSB
Headphone connection3.5 mm
USB version2.0
USB On-The-Go (OTG)yes
Video outputNo
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Battery
Replaceable batteryyes
Battery typeLithium ion
Battery capacity1500.0 mAh
Standby time545.0 h
Talk time4.0 h
Fast chargingno
Wireless charging no
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Display
Screen size3.2 in
Touchscreenyes
Number of colors262K
Panel typeLCD
Resolution480 x 320 px
TechnologyTN TFT
Pixel density180.0 ppi
Dual screen supportno
Scratch resistant displayyes
HDRno
3D supportyes
Multi touchyes
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Storage
Internal storage2.5 GB
Memory card readeryes
Maximum card storage32GB
Types of memory card supportedmicroSD
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Dimensions
Height4.06 in
Width2.24 in
Depth0.51 in
Weight3.49 oz
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Other features
FM radioyes
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Cellular
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)yes
Wireless networking standard
  • 802.11a
  • 802.11b
  • 802.11g
  • 802.11n
Navigation systemA-GPS
2G GSMyes
GSM frequencies
  • 850 MHz
  • 900 MHz
  • 1800 MHz
  • 1900 MHz
3G UMTSyes
4G LTEno
Mobile hotspotyes

Sony Xperia Tipo - Q&A (1)

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    nickole
    over 2 years ago
    Does Sony Xperia Tipo have NFC?
    golda.wolff
    about 2 years ago
    No, the Sony Xperia Tipo does not support NFC.
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Sony Xperia Tipo Sony - Editorial Reviews (7)

3.2
Based on 7 reviews
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Sony Xperia Tipo Sony Xperia Tipo Review
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Digit.in/hi/
Published: 15.10.2013
Sony Xperia Tipo Review
3.0

Read the in depth Review of Sony Xperia Tipo Mobile Phones. Know detailed info about Sony Xperia Tipo configuration, design and performance quality along with pros & cons, Digit rating, verdict based on user opinions/feedback.

Sony Xperia Tipo Sony Xperia Tipo Review
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techwalls.com
Published: 13.10.2012
Sony Xperia Tipo Review

After returning in the Smartphone market alone, Sony have started on a strong foot, with firm focus currently on the entry level Smartphones. Sony Xperia Tipo is a great example.

Sony Xperia Tipo Sony Xperia tipo Review
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Phone Arena
Published: 04.09.2012
Sony Xperia tipo Review
3.5

Sony isn’t as shy to go downmarket with Android as HTC used to be, and the Xperia tipo is a proud proof of that strategy. Codenamed as the Tapioca (we wish they kept the edible name), this is the first truly entry level Android from the Japanese. Has Sony managed to cram enough specs and wrap them up well not to count just on the brand to sell? Read on our review to find out…

Sony Xperia Tipo Sony Xperia tipo review: Mini just got bigger
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GSMArena.com
Published: 21.09.2012
Sony Xperia tipo review: Mini just got bigger

The NXT line gave Sony the strong start they needed after returning to the smartphone game on their own. The Japanese then focused on filling the lower...

Sony Xperia Tipo Sony Xperia Tipo review
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TechRadar
Published: 07.09.2012
Sony Xperia Tipo review
3.0

The baby of the Xperia range offers up ICS at a low price

Sony Xperia Tipo Sony Xperia Tipo
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CNET
Published: 02.10.2012
Sony Xperia Tipo

The Sony Xperia Tipo delivers Android Ice Cream Sandwich to people on a tight budget with small hands and modest mobile needs.

Sony Xperia Tipo Sony Xperia Tipo mini-review
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Android Central
Published: 24.09.2012
Sony Xperia Tipo mini-review

We take a quick look at the Xperia Tipo, Sony's latest budget handset.