Sony Xperia L available from May 15 in UK

Sony Xperia L

If you are in the UK and have been waiting for the release of the Sony Xperia L then we can tell you that the unlocked model of this smartphone will be available from May 15 at online retailer Clove. This phone has some very decent specs and we have price information and more details ahead. In April it was expected that the Sony Xperia L would release in the UK by the end of the month so its arrival is a little later than anticipated. Although no pricing had been confirmed we told how Clove had indicated an approximate price of £240 and there’s good news as Clove has now given a confirmed cheaper price of £228 including VAT. The Xperia L was announced at the same time as the Sony Xperia SP and specs-wise the former is the lesser of the two. Clove expects the Xperia L in stock on May 15 and will deliver orders from then so there are only a few more days until you could be holding this device in your hands. Although it doesn’t exactly have top-end specs we think the design and general look of this phone should prove popular and the specs are still perfectly adequate. They include a 1GHz dual-core processor, 4.3-inch display with 854 x 480 resolution, 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage (expandable via microSD). The Xperia L also has an 8-megapixel rear camera with 720p video capture, a VGA front-facing camera, 1750 mAh battery and runs the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean operating system. You can find out more or order the unlocked Xperia L from Clove here and it’s available there in the black or white colour options. Clove’s price of the SIM-free Xperia L seems reasonable enough for what this phone offers and we’d like to know if you’re tempted to buy this smartphone? Let us know by sending your comments. 

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Sony Xperia SP Latest Model in U.S.

Sony Xperia SP Latest Model in U.S.

We’ve been bringing you plenty of news about the Sony Xperia SP smartphone and today we have details on how to get this Android device unlocked in the US. The Xperia SP is now available to pre-order online through Sony’s website and would be a good choice for those on AT&T or T-Mobile. Sony has released some great phones lately and we’ll give you a quick recap of some of the Xperia SP’s specs. It’s powered by a 1.7GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon Pro dual-core processor, has a 4.6-inch 720p HD display with 319 ppi , 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD up to 32GB. It also has an 8-megapixel Exmor HD rear camera with autofocus, LED flash and 1080p video capture as well as a front-facing VGA camera. Other specs for the Sony Xperia SP include a 2300 mAh battery for around 10 hours of talk time or 635 hours of standby time, NFC, Bluetooth 4.0 and LTE connectivity (where applicable) and it all runs on the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean operating system. This is only compatible for GSM carriers, in other words for the US that’s T-Mobile or AT&T. If you want to pre-order this smartphone, head to the Sony product page here where it’s available in black or white color options. The price is $489 unlocked and shipping should begin on May 20 although sometimes these dates can shift. Are you intending to purchase the Sony Xperia SP? What are your thoughts for Sony’s price for the unlocked phone? Let us know by sending your comments. 

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Sony Xperia Tablet S Getting Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean Update Starting TodayJelly Bean Update Starting Today

Sony Xperia Tablet S Getting Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean Update Starting Today

Before bringing the Xperia Tablet Z to light, which is arguably the best ever non-Nexus Android tablet, Sony has had to experiment for a while, releasing several mediocre slates. The last of the bunch has been the Xperia Tablet S, launched in September 2012 and received with mixed “critical” reviews and lukewarm popular enthusiasm. Sony-Xperia-Tablet-S But the Tab S is to become far more attractive than ever, as Sony will be rolling out an Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean update for it starting today. According to a post on Sony’s Community Forums, the upgrade will be “pushed out to our production server on April 18th 2013 between 9 am – 10 am pacific standard time”. Naturally, you shouldn’t go berserk if the update won’t hit your particular Xperia Tablet S by 10 AM today, given that these things can take anywhere between a day and a few weeks to reach all users. For now, the JB release is meant specifically for folks in the United States, Canada and Latin America, but chances are European Tablet S owners will get it in a matter of weeks as well. Before grabbing the juicy new software pack, remember to make sure you’re connected to a stable Wi-Fi network and your battery is above the 50% mark. We don’t know exactly how heavy this particular package is, but be sure to arm yourselves with patience, because the downloading and installing of Jelly Bean can take up to 90 minutes. As for tweaks, bumps and enhancements, you can expect to get Google Now integration, a much smoother UI, expandable notifications, Project Butter performance upgrades and plenty of other goodies. A bunch of bug fixes are to come your way too, not to mention improvements to Wi-Fi stability and a battery life boost. Be sure to go to Settings – About tablet – System Update if the automatic prompt message to download and install is delayed, but again, try to keep calm if the first wave of 4.1 updates will dodge you. Finally, if you’re not an Xperia Tablet S owner and wonder if the 10-incher is worth your attention now that it’s Jelly Beaned, know that the thing starts at $330 on Amazon, which is not too shabby. For that money, you’ll be getting a quad-core Tegra 3 CPU, 1 GB of RAM, a 6,000 mAh battery, 16 GB of internal memory, microSD support, an 8 MP rear-facing cam and a 1,280 x 800 pix res splash-proof display.

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Sony Xperia Tablet Z Scheduled for Release on May 24

Sony Xperia Tablet Z Scheduled for Release on May 24

The U.S. release of the Sony Xperia Tablet Z is now scheduled to happen in a few weeks. This will bring this high-end Android model to the U.S. on schedule. Sony Xperia Tablet ZIt was unveiled in January at CES, and at that time Sony promised that the device will be available in America in the spring. The company appears close to making that self-imposed deadline. The U.S. Sony Store is taking pre-orders for the Tablet Z now, and says these will begin to ship close to Friday, May 24. There are two versions: one with 16GB of internal storage is $500, while the 32GB version is $600. Those who purchase the 32GB version in a white casing will receive a free cradle. More About the Sony Xperia Tablet Z Sony claims this device, which debuted in Japan in March, is the slimmest tablet in the world at just 0.27 inches (6.9mm). It is a full-size tablet with a 10.1 inch touchscreen at a 1920 x 1200 pixel resolution. It is water and dust-resistent (IP55 & IP57). The Xperia Tablet Z runs Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) on a 1.5GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 processor with 2GB of RAM. It includes 16GB of internal storage, and a microSD slot to add additional capacity. An upgrade to Android 4.2 has been promised. Other features include 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and NFC. There is an 8 megapixel rear camera and a 2 MP front one. It even features an IR port to allow it to be used as a universal remote.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 P3210

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 P3210

Samsung Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 P3210 este o tableta mid-range, echipata cu un display de 7 inch TFT cu touchscreen capacitiv, ce suporta o rezolutie maxima de 600 x 1024 pixeli si 16M de culori. Sistemul de operare folosit este Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, alaturi de un procesor dual-core de 1.2 Ghz. Pe langa acestea, Samsung Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 P3210 mai dispune si de alte functii precum GPS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth si USB.

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iPhone 4S

iPhone 4S

When Apple announced the iPhone 4S, it's testament to the power of the rumour mill that people were angry it wasn't called the iPhone 5, which is now a real device. Predictably the iPhone 4S is no longer the iOS handset we recommend, but it's still a worthy choice in the smartphone game thanks to some decent upgrades through iOS 6 (although the less said about Maps, the better...). Siri voice recognition has shown itself to be slightly more than a novelty and has been upgraded to actually become useful with the new OS, and the screen technology is still top notch. We were hoping for a larger display (which we now have with the iPhone 5), and things such as a lack of Bluetooth transfer, no Flash integration with the internet browser and an uninspiring contacts app still grate - but they're no match for the sheer ease of use and general operation of Apple's OS if you're talking to one of the fans. The only reason this phone is so low in the rankings is the fact it still costs so much to buy, despite being years old now. Quick verdict A decent camera, slick platform and superb display are still the things we look for in a phone, and the iPhone 4S delivers that. It was one of the most expensive phones on the market but sadly hasn't dropped much in price (otherwise we would have kept it higher up the rankings) so think about whether you really want its high-end features, since the iPhone 4 is a cheaper alternative still. iPhone 4S review Compare the best iPhone 4S deals

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Nokia Lumia 900

Nokia Lumia 900

Android could learn a thing from the nearly bloatware-free Windows Phone – the Nokia Lumia 900 brought together a big screen and an excellent OS. It was a triumph of design for Nokia at the time, but has since been superseded by other polycarbonate-clad handsets; not least by Nokia itself during the intervening period. It's a shame the camera hardware doesn't live up to its software – there's so much more that can be done here. It's not as exciting as it once was, as we have the fancy Nokia Lumia 920 on the market - plus that brings 4G and the next version of mobile software through Windows Phone 8, where the Lumia 900 will always be stuck on Windows Phone 7.8 Quick verdict The Nokia Lumia 900 certainly isn't an iPhone or Samsung Galaxy beater - but it's a decent Windows Phone device that's not too pricey. If you're a fan of a simple interface with some quality add-ons, then you should definitely look at Nokia's older flagship. Nokia Lumia 900 review Compare the best Nokia Lumia 900 deals

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20 best mobile phones in the world today

The HTC One - the world's best mobile phone

What's the best mobile phone? Our verdict on the best smartphone/best phones - constantly updated We've all got at least one mobile phone each, right? The trouble is, how do you decide which is the best one for you? Well, this is where we make it easy. Because here we have our continually updated comparison of the top 20 best smartphones you can get in the UK. The last update saw the Samsung Galaxy S3 take the top spot most people thought it deserved... but with the iPhone 5, HTC One and Sony Xperia Z now upon us, has the Korean brand held off ANOTHER onslaught from the Cupertino, Taiwanese and Japanese powerhouses? And what of the supercheap but powerful Google Nexus 4 by LG? Does price matter over software? And what of the impending Samsung Galaxy S4? But we probably shouldn't forget the Apple iPhone 4S as a viable option, and while the Nokia Lumia 900 used to be top dog in the Windows Phone 7 game, it's the Nokia Lumia 920 that's flying the flag for Windows Phone 8. If that still doesn't help, well, there's always our extensive mobile phone reviews pages as well - or check out our personally crafted smartphone buyer's guide: And when you've decided which new phone to buy (and checked out the best mobile phone deal), why not cash in your old one with our phone recycling price comparison service? Here are our rankings for the best mobile phones around, currently available in the UK.

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