Sony Xperia SL

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Sony Xperia SL Price

At the time of it's release in 2012, September, the manufacturer's retail price for a new Sony Xperia SL was about 240 EUR.

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Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)

What is the battery life of Sony Xperia SL?

The battery life of Sony Xperia SL is up to 10 hours of talk time and up to 550 hours of standby time.

What is the display size of Sony Xperia SL?

The display size of Sony Xperia SL is 4.3 inches.

How to reset or factory restore Sony Xperia SL device?

Sony Xperia SL is a powerful smartphone that allows users to run the latest Android applications and perform various tasks. However, there may be scenarios where you need to reset or factory restore your device. Basically, a factory reset erases all the data and settings on the device and returns it to its original state. There are two common and recommended ways to reset or factory restore Sony Xperia SL device: Method 1: Using Backup and Restore Option Step 1: Open the "Settings" app on your Sony Xperia SL device. Step 2: Scroll down and tap on "Backup & Restore". Step 3: On Backup & Restore, select "Factory Data Reset". Step 4: On the next screen, you'll be prompted to create a password for the backup. You can either create a password or leave it empty if you don't want to create a password. If you create a password, make sure to remember it, as you'll need it later to restore your device. Step 5: Click on "Yes - Delete all user data". A confirmation message will appear on the screen. Step 6: Wait for the device to reset. This process may take some time, depending on the device's storage size and the amount of data stored on the device. Step 7: Once the reset is complete, you'll be prompted to set up your device as if it was a new one. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup process. Method 2: Using Recovery Mode and Flash ROM Note: This method requires a computer with a USB cable and a previous installation of the Sony Xperia SL ROM. Step 1: Connect your Sony Xperia SL device to your computer using a USB cable. Step 2: Open Fastboot or ADB on your computer. Fastboot or ADB allows you to interact with the device from the command line. Step 3: Check whether your device is connected to the computer by issuing the following command in Fastboot: fastboot devices You should see a list of connected devices. If your device isn't listed, please make sure to install the correct drivers. Step 4: Create a backup of your device's firmware and flash the recovery mode using the following command: fastboot flash recovery recovery.img Note that the "recovery.img" file is the stock recovery image that comes with your device. You can find it in your device's root directory. Step 5: Once the recovery mode is flashed, reboot the device and connect it to your computer again. Step 6: Open Recovery Mode by pressing and holding the Power button and Volume Up button simultaneously for a few seconds until the Recovery Mode screen appears. Step 7: Select "Clear storage" and then "Format filesystem". Step 8: Choose "Yes – Delete all user data/factory data and internal storage". Step 9: Wait for the device to reset. Step 10: Once the reset is complete, you'll be prompted to set up your device as if it was a new one. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup process. In conclusion, these are the two most common and recommended ways to reset or factory restore a Sony Xperia SL device. It's important to note that a factory reset erases all data and settings, so make sure to create a backup of your important information before resetting the device.

What is the internal storage capacity of Sony Xperia SL?

The internal storage capacity of Sony Xperia SL is 32 GB.


Specifications

Network

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

Launch

Announced: 2012, August. Released 2012, September
Status: Discontinued

Body

Dimensions: 128 x 64 x 10.6 mm (5.04 x 2.52 x 0.42 in)
Weight: 144 g (5.08 oz)
SIM: Micro-SIM

Display

Type: LED-backlit LCD,
Size: 4.3 inches, 51.0 cm2 (~62.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution: 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~342 ppi density)
Protection: Scratch-resistant glass

Platform

OS: Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
Chipset: Qualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3
CPU: Dual-core 1.7 GHz Scorpion
GPU: Adreno 220

Memory

Card slot: No
Internal: 32GB 1GB RAM

Main Camera

Single: 12 MP, AF
Features: LED flash, panorama
Video: 1080p@30fps

Selfie camera

Single: 1.3 MP
Video: 720p@30fps

Sound

Loudspeaker: Yes
3.5mm jack: Yes

Comms

WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth: 3.0, A2DP, EDR
Positioning: GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS
NFC: Yes
Radio: Stereo FM radio, RDS
USB: microUSB 2.0, OTG

Features

Sensors: Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
: ANT+ 50 GB of Cloud storage (time limited offer) TV launcher HDMI port MP4/H.264/WMV player MP3/eAAC+/WMA/WAV player TrackID music recognition Document viewer Voice memo/dial/commands Predictive text input

Battery

Type: Non-removable Li-Ion 1750 mAh battery
Stand-by: Up to 420 h
Talk time: Up to 8 h 30 min
Music play: Up to 25 h

Misc

Colors: Black, White, Silver, Pink
Models: LT26ii
SAR: 1.31 W/kg (head)     0.60 W/kg (body)
SAR EU: 1.30 W/kg (head)
Price: About 240 EUR

Tests

Camera: Photo / Video

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