By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
TechgoonduTechgoondu
  • Audio-visual
  • Enterprise
    • Software
    • Cybersecurity
  • Gaming
  • Imaging
  • Internet
  • Media
  • Mobile
    • Cellphones
    • Tablets
  • PC
  • Telecom
Search
© 2023 Goondu Media Pte Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
Reading: Tiny Xperia minis pack a punch
Share
Aa
TechgoonduTechgoondu
Aa
  • Audio-visual
  • Enterprise
  • Gaming
  • Imaging
  • Internet
  • Media
  • Mobile
  • PC
  • Telecom
Search
  • Audio-visual
  • Enterprise
    • Software
    • Cybersecurity
  • Gaming
  • Imaging
  • Internet
  • Media
  • Mobile
    • Cellphones
    • Tablets
  • PC
  • Telecom
Follow US
© 2023 Goondu Media Pte Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
Techgoondu > Blog > Mobile > Cellphones > Tiny Xperia minis pack a punch
CellphonesMobile

Tiny Xperia minis pack a punch

Raymond Lau
Last updated: June 13, 2014 at 5:06 PM
Raymond Lau Published May 9, 2011
3 Min Read
SHARE

Sony Ericsson’s smartphone strategy continues to take shape with a new generation of Xperia mini and Xperia mini pro phones unveiled this week.

These tiny phones make up the budget-friendly end of the price spectrum and complement the earlier flagship phones. Surprisingly, the new doodads pack quite a punch and are worth considering when purchasing your next phone.

As cellphone makers try to pack more cores into your smartphone, it is just a matter of time before 1GHz mobile chips find their way into cheaper smartphones.

In fact, the two Sony Ericsson minis now sport 1GHz processors and are powered by Android 2.3 Gingerbread. The company has also included the Reality Display with its signature Mobile BRAVIA Engine in the tiny three-inch (320 x 420 pixels) screen.

Both phones offer access to the Android Market. In addition, you can also pin up to 16 apps on the phone’s corners in a way that’s similar to the iPhone’s app folders. A unique feature dubbed Facebook inside Xperia embeds social connections in phone functions such as the picture gallery, music player, phone book and calendar.

Facebook inside Xperia touts the following features:

  • Share the songs you ‘like’ with your Facebook friends
  • Like, share, and buy songs seamlessly
  • See what your friends are listening to and watching
  • Facebook albums and photos integrated into the Xperia gallery application
  • Link your friends’ Facebook profiles to your Xperia phonebook
  • Facebook Events will synch with the Xperia Calendar
  • Facebook notification alerts will appear in the lockscreen

Sony Ericsson says Facebook inside Xperia will come to all 2011 Xperia phones through a software update in the second quarter of this year (that’s pretty soon). This probably means older phones are out of luck.

So what’s different between the “pro” and the “not-pro”? The Xperia mini is capable of taking 720p videos – the world’s smallest phone capable of such a feat – while the mini pro has a slide-out landscape physical keyboard and comes with a front-facing camera. Sony Ericsson also baked McAfee antivirus and an office suite into the mini pro, although you won’t be doing your eyes any favours if you try to compose a document on that teeny screen.

Both phones will land in Q3 this year, and pricing is as yet unknown. Are you looking forward to these beefed up minis? Let us know in the comments!

You Might Also Like

With more foldable phones in 2023, which one should you buy?

Google Pixel 7a review: Smaller, cheaper phone is smart but comes with trade-offs

Singtel starts offering Azure public MEC to all businesses

Google Pixel 7a to cost S$749 in Singapore, but users miss out on Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet

A Goondu guide to hassle-free overseas mobile data for Singapore travellers

TAGGED: Sony Ericsson, Xperia mini, Xperia mini pro

Sign up for the TG newsletter

Never miss anything again. Get the latest news and analysis in your inbox.

By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Raymond Lau May 9, 2011
Share This Article
Facebook Twitter Whatsapp Whatsapp LinkedIn Copy Link Print
Share
Previous Article Quad-core iMacs now in Singapore
Next Article Lucky Techgoondu reader bags a free iPad 2
Leave a comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Stay Connected

Facebook Like
Twitter Follow

Latest News

Sony HT-S2000 review: compact soundbar offers Dolby Atmos but falls short
Audio-visual May 28, 2023
Gigabyte Aorus RTX 4090 Gaming Box lets you plug in external watercooled graphics
Gaming PC May 26, 2023
With more foldable phones in 2023, which one should you buy?
Cellphones Mobile May 23, 2023
Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9 review: Earphones with premium build and excellent sound
Audio-visual May 22, 2023
//

Techgoondu.com is published by Goondu Media Pte Ltd, a company registered and based in Singapore.

.

Started in June 2008 by technology journalists and ex-journalists in Singapore who share a common love for all things geeky and digital, the site now includes segments on personal computing, enterprise IT and Internet culture.

banner banner
Everyday DIY
PC needs fixing? Get your hands on with the latest tech tips
READ ON
banner banner
Leaders Q&A
What tomorrow looks like to those at the leading edge today
FIND OUT
banner banner
Advertise with us
Discover unique access and impact with TG custom content
SHOW ME

 

 

POWERED BY READYSPACE
The Techgoondu website is powered by and managed by Readyspace Web Hosting.

TechgoonduTechgoondu
Follow US
© 2023 Goondu Media Pte Ltd. All Rights Reserved | Privacy | Terms of Use | Advertise | About Us | Contact
Join Us!

Never miss anything again. Get the latest news and analysis in your inbox.

Zero spam, Unsubscribe at any time.
 

Loading Comments...
 

    Welcome Back!

    Sign in to your account

    Lost your password?