The latest model of Xperia touchscreen handsets are no exception with a stylish exterior, responsive screen and hardware at an affordable price compared to many of their rivals.
For almost a year I was using an Iphone 3GS; a nice little device, but nothing to write home about. As someone who had used BlackBerry and Android before and after the departed fate of my Iphone, I was missing features such as interchangeable memory devices and Google's PlayStore.
I'm happy to say that my investment in the Sony Xperia L has not gone poorly and after two months of usage this is how it rates in the field.
Apps and Performance
The Sony Xperia L is in no way a heavy weight Android device however it's a hybrid of conventional entry level pricing and Sony's traditional value for money ethic that seems to be resonating in some of their products as of late (and let's not forget the PS4).Notable features:
- Qualcomm MSM8230 Snapdragon
- 8 MP, 3264 x 2448 pixels, autofocus, LED flash rear camera
- Bright, responsive and full colour 3.4 inch display
- 2 MP front-face camera
- Impressively loud and clear rear speaker
- Sony Walkman as standard
- Up to 32gb MicroSD card support
- Sony Smart Connect for streaming music, pictures and movies via WI-FI to PC and Playstation
- Android Jelly Bean
- Up to 102 standby time (if full power management settings are in place)
- Up to 6 hours talk time (if full power management settings are in place)
- Support for wireless and USB tethering hotspot for mobile broadband
- Full Wi-fi, Android NFC and SmartTag support
I've had very few problems with the Sony Xperia L; at times it can struggle to multitask however this seems more a problem with Android Jelly Bean's inability to close applications such as Skype, WhatsApp and Gmail.
I would say this phone is perfect for the average mobile user who enjoys surfing, checking emails, enjoying music and watching media.
Those who enjoy heavier applications may struggle with this phone it does have a tendency to lag when faced with too much multitasking.
The phone has not shown any fault when dealing with applications such as Temple Run 2,, Zombie Smash, Fast Racing and Red Line Rush.
The phone has had no crashes in 2 months.
With the latest Android, this phone enjoys stable application usage with no detectable problems
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Screen, display and Battery life
The display on the Xperia L is beautiful and crisp, with a full colour and a responsive touch screen.
The screen has a scratch resistance display and is extremely sturdy.
Battery life is poor at times, with 2% being used in a minute if mobile data and backlight are active; this is the biggest complain I have with the device - the battery is small and recharges quickly, and is cheap to stock up on so is not a problem on longer trips if replacements are available.
The touch screen is precise with ease of use for those with larger fingers, such as myself.
It's easy to clean and has no signs of wear or scratching.
I wouldn't be expecting to draw any art with this device, however average users should find it more than perfect.
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Camera
The camera can be woeful on this device at times, especially in low light environments.
The LED flash is intense and can overpower a natural shot in dark, especially at close range.
The pictures from this phone can be beautiful, however at times they can also be poor.
The phone has a traditional camera layout with a button in place for focus and snap; touch screen is also available for attempting more focused shots.
Example shots:
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Design and Style
Design and style are this phone's biggest advantages - it's by far the most beautiful phone I've ever owned. It's compact, light and very sleek.
The design is hard wearing which shows no sign of any damage, even after I accidentally dropped it down a brick wall recently.
The phone is well made and well designed, and everything about it is beautiful. It has a non-imposing sense of elegance to it, and will never go amiss for those more fashion obsessed.
Fits in the hand perfectly and feels comfortable.
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