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Unveiling Sony Xperia J Specs Pricing Features & Flaws

Release Date
2012, October
Camera
5MP
Battery
1750mAh
Processor
Snapdragon S1
Screen
4.0"
Storage
4GB , microSDHC slot
Ram
512MB RAM
Operating System
Android 4.0.4, up to 4.1.2

Sony Xperia J Key Features

  • Network technology: GSM / HSPA with 3G support
  • Compact design with slim dimensions: 124.3 x 61.2 x 9.2 mm and lightweight at 124 g
  • 4.0-inch TFT display with Corning Gorilla Glass protection
  • Runs on Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
  • Qualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1 chipset with a 1.0 GHz Cortex-A5 CPU
  • Expandable storage via microSDHC slot
  • 5 MP main camera with autofocus and LED flash
  • VGA front camera for basic selfies
  • Comprehensive connectivity options including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1, GPS with A-GPS, and FM radio
  • Removable 1750 mAh battery offering decent standby and talk time
  • Multiple color options: Black, White, Gold, Pink
  • Affordable pricing at around 140 EUR at launch

Sony Xperia J Key Drawbacks

  • Outdated operating system (initially released with Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich).
  • Low internal storage capacity of 4GB, providing only 2GB user available.
  • Limited RAM of 512MB, which may affect performance with modern apps.
  • Low-resolution main camera (5 MP) and VGA front camera.
  • Video recording limited to 480p, not suitable for high-definition video capture.
  • Single-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A5 processor, which may hinder multitasking and performance.
  • Older Bluetooth version (2.1) which lacks the speed and range of newer versions.
  • Discontinued status, meaning no official support or updates from manufacturer.
  • Average battery endurance with a 1750 mAh battery that offers limited talk time.
Network
Technology GSM / HSPA
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 900 / 2100 - ST26i
Speed HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
Launch
Announced 2012, August. Released 2012, October
Status Discontinued
Body
Dimensions 124.3 x 61.2 x 9.2 mm (4.89 x 2.41 x 0.36 in)
Weight 124 g (4.37 oz)
SIM Mini-SIM
Display
Type TFT
Size 4.0 inches, 44.1 cm2 (~58.0% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass
Platform
OS Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1
CPU 1.0 GHz Cortex-A5
GPU Adreno 200
Memory
Card slot microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Internal 4GB (2GB user available), 512MB RAM
Main Camera
Single 5 MP, AF
Features LED flash
Video 480p
Selfie camera
Single VGA
Video
Sound
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
Comms
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth 2.1, A2DP, EDR
Positioning GPS, A-GPS
Radio Stereo FM radio, RDS
USB microUSB 2.0
Features
Sensors Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Battery
Type Removable Li-Ion 1750 mAh battery
Stand-by Up to 607 h (2G) / Up to 618 h (3G)
Talk time Up to 5 h 36 min (2G) / Up to 7 h 18 min (3G)
Misc
Colors Black, White, Gold, Pink
Models ST26i
SAR 0.63 W/kg (head)     0.50 W/kg (body)
SAR EU 0.73 W/kg (head)
Price About 140 EUR
Tests
Display Contrast ratio: 1359:1 (nominal) / 1.932:1 (sunlight)
Camera Photo
Loudspeaker Voice 66dB / Noise 61dB / Ring 72dB
Audio quality Noise -80.8dB / Crosstalk -80.8dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 50h

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