Sony released the Xperia M2 with 4.8 inches screen and dual-core processor

Sony has announced it's latest mid-range smartphone, the Xperia M2, at MWC 2014 in Barcelona. The Android 4.3 Jelly Bean-based smartphone, is the slimmest 4G-enabled smartphone featuring a 8.6mm thick  body. The price for the Xperia M2 has not been revealed, and it will go on sale globally in April 2014. Sony says it will be priced at under 220 euros MSRP .

" The Sony Xperia M2 is an ultra-fast smartphone that offers brilliant specs and performance, reaching new audiences with a mid-range price. This is a great device for the customer looking for a smartphone that has it all. It combines the best of Sony, bringing you our latest technologies complimented with a one of its kind, unique entertainment offer never before seen on a mid-range smartphone." Calum MacDougall, Director of Xperia Marketing at Sony Mobile Communications

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The Sony Xperia M2 will also be available in a dual-SIM variant, called Xperia M2 dual, with identical specifications. It features a 4.8-inch qHD (540x960 pixels) display, and is powered by a 1.2GHz quad-core Snapdragon 400 processor (MSM8926 for 4G LTE, MSM8226 for 3G) coupled with an Adreno 305 GPU and 1GB of RAM. The Xperia M2 features 8GB of built-in storage, with microSD card expansion up to 32GB. The 8-megapixel camera on the Xperia M2 has 'auto scene' recognition and HDR. Camera apps such as Social live, Timeshift burst and Picture Effect are other camera features being touted by Sony.



In addition, the Sony Xperia M2 features a 2300mAh battery that is rated to deliver talktime up to 14 hours, standby time up to 693 hours, and continuous music playback up and is available in three colours - Black, White and Purple. Dual active and dual standby technology is also being touted. Connectivity options include 3G (HSPA+), 4G LTE (in some regions), GPS with A-GPS with GLONASS, Bluetooth 4.0, NFC, Wi-Fi, DLNA, and Micro-USB with tethering.

Sony will also be giving Xperia M2 users access to three movies from Sony Pictures in certain markets. Also included, is the Music Unlimited Service, giving users an access to 25 million songs for free for a period of 30 days, and the Video Unlimited Service will offer instant films. PlayStation Mobile games will also be available for users.

Music enthusiasts can make use of the SBH20 Stereo Bluetooth Headset or the water resistant STH30, headset, which are available additionally.

Press Release

Introducing Xperia™ M2, the best smartphone technology in its class1

The slimmest 4G smartphone2 with the best smartphone camera3 and largest qHD display4 in its class

Sony’s premium experiences, including the OmniBalance design, stunning processor performance, 4G speed and a long-lasting battery in a mid-range smartphone

Razor sharp photos and video with the 8MP Exmor RS™ for mobile, HDR camera, and Xperia camera apps for live video broadcasting and sharing

A unique entertainment package of 3 blockbuster movies and 30 days free trial of the Music Unlimited service available out of the box

24th February 2014, Barcelona, Spain – Sony Mobile Communications (“Sony Mobile”) today introduces Xperia™ M2, the 4G LTE smartphone that offers blockbuster entertainment and flagship experiences at a mid-range price point, thanks to a best-in-class processor, our display expertise, a razor sharp 8MP camera with Exmor RS for mobile and Sony’s music and video entertainment.

“Xperia M2 is an ultra fast smartphone that offers brilliant specs and performance, reaching new audiences with a mid-range price. This is a great device for the customer looking for a smartphone that has it all,” says Calum MacDougall, Director of Xperia Marketing at Sony Mobile Communications. “It combines the best of Sony, bringing you our latest technologies complimented with a one of its kind, unique entertainment offer never before seen on a mid-range smartphone.”

A mid-range smartphone with the best technology in its class1

Xperia M2 showcases high quality technology at an affordable price. Sony’s OmniBalance design as found on Sony’s premium smartphone range, an ultra-fast processor and a large qHD display, combine to create brilliant all-round performance, whilst the unique Xperia camera, music and movie apps offer stunning entertainment experiences

Entertainment everywhere, right out of the box

Xperia M2 offers a world of media apps for seamless entertainment, online and offline with Sony Entertainment Network5, paired with the best content offer available for a mid-range smartphone. Xperia M2 users will have the chance to enjoy the latest films out of the box with three digital downloads of the hottest blockbusters from Sony Pictures, such as Captain Phillips and White House Down. Through the Music Unlimited service, Xperia M2 users can access a catalogue of 25 million songs for free for 30 days, while the Video Unlimited service offers instant movie blockbusters on a smartphone6.

The best smartphone camera in its class3

With the highest resolution camera in its clas7, the stunning 8MP camera with Exmor RS for mobile comes armed with Autoscene Recognition and HDR. Using the expertise and technology of Sony’s Cyber-shot cameras, Xperia M2 is perfect for capturing all of your favourite moments in brilliant quality.

For even more fun, unique Xperia camera apps such as Social live, Timeshift burst and Picture Effect help users to get the most out of Xperia M2’s quality 8MP camera.

To offer a unique and seamless experience direct from the camera’s viewfinder, Sony is also working with third party developers to offer a growing range of new Xperia camera apps. To download more Xperia camera apps such as Vine, V1 Sports and FX Guru, simply go into your camera viewfinder and then click on ‘+Apps’ to see all the latest apps available on Sony Select to enhance your smartphone experience.

Brilliant performance and speed that goes on forever

Sony’s engineering expertise in display and camera technologies collide to create Xperia M2. The large 4.8” qHD display, carefully crafted with our display expertise is perfect for enjoying entertainment content on the largest qHD display in its class6.

Being the world's slimmest 4G smartphone in its class2, Xperia M2 combines the ultra-fast Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 400 processor with 1.2 GHz quad-core CPUs and 4G LTE for fast performance and a 2300mAh battery with STAMINA Mode 3.0. Ideal for long days of heavy usage, Xperia E3 provides speed and durability for users on-the-go.

The slimmest 4G smartphone in its class2

All this premium technology is housed in a thin and light smartphone that fits perfectly in your hand. Xperia M2 is available in three distinct colour options: black, white and purple.

Dual SIM, no compromise

Xperia M2’s dual-SIM variant, Xperia M2dual8, is a fast mobile phone that offers a new experience through the incorporation of Sony’s latest generation of dual-SIM technology. Users can set up both SIM cards independently with custom ring tones and easily choose between SIMs before making calls or sending texts, whilst Sony’s dual SIM management technology means that users can keep both SIMs active and never miss a call, even when talking on one of them.

Perfect partners

Xperia M2 connects users via Bluetooth to Sony’s extended ecosystem of 154 one-touch compatible products with NFC technology. Music enthusiasts can enjoy tunes wirelessly via NFC using SBH20 Stereo Bluetooth Headset or plugged-in with part in-ear and water-resistant Stereo Headset STH30.

Whichever accessories you choose, Xperia M2 remains at the heart of your connected entertainment experience.

Xperia M2 will launch globally from April 2014.

For the full list of Xperia M2 specifications, please click here.

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1“Class” is defined by Strategy Analytics as 4G smartphones less than 220 Euro MSRP/RRP at launch on global distribution. The XperiaTM M2 is powered by the Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 400 processor with 1.2GHz quad-core CPUs,4G LTE, 1GB RAM, 8GB NAND Flash memory, a 4.8-inch qHD display, 8MP camera and a 2330mAh battery, all in a slim 8.6mm design. XperiaTM M2 is best in class on device thickness, display size, camera resolution and processor cores. XperiaTM M2 specifications were verified against all other smartphones in the same class. Source: Strategy Analytics' SpecTRAX and PriceTRAX services, 29th January 2014. For more information on Strategy analytics results visit www.sonymobile.com/testresults/.

2 “Class” is defined by Strategy Analytics as 4G smartphones less than 220 Euro MSRP/RRP at launch on global distribution. The XperiaTM M2 is only 8.6mm thick. XperiaTM M2 specifications were verified against all other smartphones in the same class. Source: Strategy Analytics' SpecTRAX and PriceTRAX services, 29th January 2014. For more information on Strategy analytics results visit www.sonymobile.com/testresults/.

3 “Class” is defined by Strategy Analytics as 4G smartphones less than 220 Euro MSRP/RRP at launch on global distribution. The XperiaTM M2 has an 8MP camera resolution and more enhanced camera and imaging functions than LG Optimus F5, Samsung Galaxy Ace 3 and Samsung Galaxy Express 2. Competitor devices were defined by Strategy Analytics as the top-selling smartphones globally in 2013 within this class. Source: Strategy Analytics, January 2014. For more information visit www.sonymobile.com/testresults/

4 “Class” is defined by Strategy Analytics as 4G smartphones less than 220 Euro MSRP/RRP at launch on global distribution. The XperiaTM M2 has a 4.8-inch qHD display. XperiaTM M2 specifications were verified against all other smartphones in the same class. Source: Strategy Analytics' SpecTRAX and PriceTRAX services, 29th January 2014. For more information on Strategy analytics results visit www.sonymobile.com/testresults/.

5 Sony Entertainment Network services are subject to availability by region. Please visit www.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com for more details. The number of tracks available from this catalogue varies by country and may be fewer than stated.

6 Content offer subject to market availability. Movies offer available in 40 markets.

7 “Class” is defined by Strategy Analytics as 4G smartphones less than 220 Euro MSRP/RRP at launch on global distribution. The XperiaTM M2 has an 8MP camera resolution, equal best in its class. XperiaTM M2 specifications were verified against all other smartphones in the same class. Source: Strategy Analytics' SpecTRAX and PriceTRAX services, 29th January 2014. For more information on Strategy analytics results visit www.sonymobile.com/testresults/.

8 Available in 3G variant only

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