Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S

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Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S Price

At the time of it's release in 2011, September, the manufacturer's retail price for a new Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S was about 210 EUR.

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Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)

What type of display does Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S have?

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S has an LCD display.

What is the battery life of Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S?

The battery life of Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S is up to 8 hours.

What is the maximum resolution supported by Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S?

The maximum resolution supported by Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S is 1080p.

How to reset or factory restore Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S device?

The Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S, also known as Xperia Play, is a popular smartphone with a touch screen and a PlayStation-like interface. There are several ways to reset or factory restore your Xperia Arc S device, and which method you choose will depend on your specific situation. Here are the most common and recommended ways to reset or factory restore your Xperia Arc S device: Method 1: Using the Home Screen 1. Press and hold the Power button 2. Tap on the "Back" button 3 times 3. You should see the "Delete settings/factory data" option, tap on it 4. Confirm by tapping the "Yes, Delete All User Data/YES" option 5. Wait for the device to reset Note: This method will delete all of your data, including your contacts, messages, and apps. Make sure to back up your important data before attempting this method. Method 2: Using the Upgrade Assistant 1. Connect your device to your computer via USB cable. 2. Run the Sony PC Companion software on your computer. 3. Go to the "Update" tab and click on "Upgrade Assistant" 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to upgrade to the latest version of Android. Note: This method will only work if you have a valid upgrade available for your device. If no upgrades are available, you will need to use another method. Method 3: Using the Developer Options 1. Go to the "Settings" menu on your device 2. Scroll down and tap on "About phone" 3. Tap on "Build number" multiple times until you see a message that says "You are now a developer" 4. Go back to the "Settings" menu 5. Scroll down and tap on "Developer options" 6. Scroll down and tap on "Backup and reset" 7. Tap on "Factory data reset" 8. Confirm by tapping "Yes" 9. Wait for the device to reset Note: This method will also delete all of your data. However, unlike the first method, it allows you to back up your data before resetting the device. To do this, simply follow steps 5-8, but don't tap on "Yes" until you have your data backed up. Overall, the most recommended method to reset or factory restore your Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S device is using the "About phone" method, as it allows you to back up your data before resetting the device. However, all the above methods should work fine in their respective scenarios. It's always best to back up your data before resetting your device to avoid losing any important information.

Specifications

Network

Technology: GSM / HSPA
2G bands: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands: HSDPA 900 / 2100 - LT18i
: HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100 / 800 - LT18a
Speed: HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps

Launch

Announced: 2011, August. Released 2011, September
Status: Discontinued

Body

Dimensions: 125 x 63 x 8.7 mm (4.92 x 2.48 x 0.34 in)
Weight: 117 g (4.13 oz)
SIM: Mini-SIM

Display

Type: LED-backlit LCD,
Size: 4.2 inches, 48.6 cm2 (~61.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution: 480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~233 ppi density)
Protection: Scratch-resistant glass

Platform

OS: Android 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), not upgradable to 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
Chipset: Qualcomm MSM8255T Snapdragon S2
CPU: 1.4 GHz Scorpion
GPU: Adreno 205

Memory

Card slot: microSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included
Internal: 1GB (320MB user available), 512MB RAM

Main Camera

Single: 8 MP, AF
Features: LED flash, panorama
Video: 720p@30fps

Selfie camera

: No

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; GLONASS
Radio: Stereo FM radio, RDS
USB: microUSB 2.0, OTG

Features

Sensors: Accelerometer, proximity, compass
: ANT+ HDMI port MP4/H.264/WMV player MP3/eAAC+/WMA/WAV player TrackID music recognition NeoReader barcode scanner Document viewer Voice memo/dial/commands Predictive text input

Battery

Type: Removable Li-Po 1500 mAh battery
Stand-by: Up to 460 h (2G) / Up to 460 h (3G)
Talk time: Up to 7 h 25 min (2G) / Up to 7 h 35 min (3G)
Music play: Up to 37 h