Specifications:
4.2-inch touchscreen, 1.4Ghz processor, 512MB RAM, 1GB storage + microSD slot, 3G, Bluetooth 8MP rear camera, Wi-Fi with hotspot, GPS, FM radio, HDMI, Android 2.3, 1500mAh, 117g
Advantages: Stylish, high quality display, excellent video recording, sound output
Disadvantages: All-plastic construction, no front camera, expensive, small camera shutter key
The Xperia Arc was one of the best Android smartphones when it came out - it combined elegant looks with a great display and superb performance - until the dual core smartphones arrived. To keep up with competition, Sony Ericsson upgraded the Xperia Arc with a better processor, increased internal storage and named it theXperia Arc S.
4.2-inch touchscreen, 1.4Ghz processor, 512MB RAM, 1GB storage + microSD slot, 3G, Bluetooth 8MP rear camera, Wi-Fi with hotspot, GPS, FM radio, HDMI, Android 2.3, 1500mAh, 117g
Advantages: Stylish, high quality display, excellent video recording, sound output
Disadvantages: All-plastic construction, no front camera, expensive, small camera shutter key
The Xperia Arc was one of the best Android smartphones when it came out - it combined elegant looks with a great display and superb performance - until the dual core smartphones arrived. To keep up with competition, Sony Ericsson upgraded the Xperia Arc with a better processor, increased internal storage and named it theXperia Arc S.
At first glance, there is absolutely no change in the Arc S compared to the Xperia Arc. It still has a 4.2-inch display powered by Sony's Mobile Bravia engine - looks good on its own, but feels a bit washed out when compared to amoled displays.
The phone still has an all plastic body with a glossy finish - and it's a fingerprint magnet. Overall, it still stands out as a stylish device thanks to the slim design. The shutter button on the side is still a tad bit too small for comfort and we feel this should have been fixed in the upgrade on the Arc S.
The phone still has an all plastic body with a glossy finish - and it's a fingerprint magnet. Overall, it still stands out as a stylish device thanks to the slim design. The shutter button on the side is still a tad bit too small for comfort and we feel this should have been fixed in the upgrade on the Arc S.
The processor on the Arc S has been upgraded to 1.4Ghz as compared to the 1Ghz on the Arc. Unfortunatly, it is still a single core processor while most competitors at the same price are offering dual core phones. While it's true that the advantage of a dual core processor is visible only with multi-tasking and a few apps, bragging rights are missing.
Internal storage has been upgraded to 1GB with support for an additional 32GB via microSD card. Android 2.3 with Timescape UI runs great, though we do think that Sony Ericsson should start preloading some more apps on their phones now. Battery life is the same as other Android smartphones; the phone needs to be charged once every day.
Internal storage has been upgraded to 1GB with support for an additional 32GB via microSD card. Android 2.3 with Timescape UI runs great, though we do think that Sony Ericsson should start preloading some more apps on their phones now. Battery life is the same as other Android smartphones; the phone needs to be charged once every day.
Camera performance is average with noise visible in darker areas of most images. Shots taken in lowlight are full of noise unless the flash is used. Other than the sweep panorama mode, the phone also offers a 3D panorama mode to capture 3D images that can be viewed on a 3D capable TV/monitor.
It shines with video though - the 720p HD resolution videos are top-notch quality and the LED flash is bright enough to be used as a video light. The sound from the speakers is remarkable thanks to Sony's proprietary xLoud technology. It all boils down to the price and the intense competition.
It shines with video though - the 720p HD resolution videos are top-notch quality and the LED flash is bright enough to be used as a video light. The sound from the speakers is remarkable thanks to Sony's proprietary xLoud technology. It all boils down to the price and the intense competition.
The Arc S would have been great value for money if it was priced under Rs 25,000. For Rs 25,000, you can go for Samsung's Galaxy R Android 2.3 smartphone. It has the same size 4.2-inch display but runs a dual core 1Ghz processor with 8GB storage and a larger 1650mAh battery.
If you want something more powerful and can spend around Rs 28,500, go for the Samsung Galaxy S II. It has a very high quality 4.3-inch super amoled plus display, 1.2Ghz dual core processor, 1GB RAM, 16GB storage, 8MP rear/2MP front camera and a 1650mAh battery.
If you want something more powerful and can spend around Rs 28,500, go for the Samsung Galaxy S II. It has a very high quality 4.3-inch super amoled plus display, 1.2Ghz dual core processor, 1GB RAM, 16GB storage, 8MP rear/2MP front camera and a 1650mAh battery.
1 comment:
i have this phone for two months now.. after i buy i automatically update on the internet.. and i download this free antivirus (avg).. until now my phone showing no problem at all.. cant wait for the next upgrade icecream sandwich 4.0
Post a Comment