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Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini review

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The Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini currently has an Informr score of 8 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 3 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.

The Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini is an ultra-compact Android smartphone that was first released in August 2011. It is an update to the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 mini and as such, brings several improvements to the table. Among these is a larger, crisper display that measures 3-inches diagonally and boasts a native resolution of 320x480 pixels.

The Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini also features a slide-out QWERTY keyboard that can be used for typing and navigating menus alongside the touchscreen controls. This has made it rather thick for a phone of its size. However, it is still very pocketable.

The user interface on the Xperia Mini has been modified to help users make the most out of the limited screen real estate. In every corner of the screen, you'll find folders for icons and shortcuts. Each folder can hold up to four items each.

Although small, the Xperia Mini certainly packs quite a punch. Inside is a 1GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor with 512 MB of RAM. It also features Sony's famed mobile BRAVIA engine which brings better screen fidelity and is especially important considering with the Xperia Mini offers no way to manually control screen brightness.

Need to Know: Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini

1. Android 2.3 Gingerbread is installed as standard and an update to Android 4.0 ICS is also available. (The Good)

2. Native Adobe Flash support. (The Good)

3. A limited number of supported video codecs. (The Bad)

4. The built-in camera still doesn't make it a decent pocket camera replacement. (The Bad)


Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
1 GHz
Processor
Processor
1 GHz
3"
Screen Size
Screen Size
3"
5+ MP
Camera
Camera
5+ MP
1200 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


GSMArena
GSMArena

It comes in a small package but has power to spare. Lovely little phone, assuming you can keep up with it.

- GSMArena Team, GSMArena
PhoneArena
PhoneArena

It might not be the best of cameraphone and convenient GPS device, but sacrifices in terms of functionality are often needed with when going for an ultra-compact form-factor.With the Sony Ericsson Xperia mini, you'll surely succeed in being different. The tiny handset is indeed a looker, and it is s...

- Ray S., PhoneArena
TechRadar
TechRadar

In terms of value for money, it's a decent option. The 3" screen is a little limiting if you're into mobile media and gaming, but the phone itself is a glitch-free, user-friendly little marvel you won't end up hating.There are more capable Android phones available for less money, but none that are a...

- Gary Cutlack, TechRadar


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Sony backs up the Ericsson Xperia Mini with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


If your Ericsson Xperia Mini has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact Sony support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find Sony's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.



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Screen Size
3"

The Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini's screen size is 3 inches with x pixels resolution.

Processor
1 GHz

There is a Qualcomm Snapdragon QSD8255 1 GHz processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.

Camera
5+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 5+ MP camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera useful for video chat and self portraits.

Storage
320 MB

Internal memory is 320 MB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
1200mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol), 1200 mAh battery. Sony's performance ratings are 14 days standby time, 270 minutes.

Ericsson Xperia Mini Specs

Overview
Release Date June 8, 2011
Regions Available USA
Operating System No

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Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon QSD8255 1 GHz
Internal Storage 320 MB
RAM 512 MB
Hearing Aid Compatible No
TTY/TDD No
Noise Cancellation Yes
SAR Head: 1.02 W/kg
Body: 1.19 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
EDGE, HSDPA 7.2, HSUPA
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
Yes
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support No
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared No
Bluetooth 2.1
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot No
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB)
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
5+ Megapixels
Zoom
8x digital
Flash
Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Self-timer, Smile detection
Video Recording Formats
3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, WMV
Video Recording Parameters
HD (1280 x 720 pixels), 30 fps
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 3 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Digital Compass
Multi-Touch No
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features Scratch-resistant glass
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Battery Capacity 1200 mAh
Removable Battery Yes
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 270 minutes
Standby Time Up to 14 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Colors Black, White, Blue, Dark Pink
Dimensions [H x W x D] 8.8 x 5.2 x 1.6 cm (3.5 x 2 x 0.6 in)
Weight 94 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers No
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key No
Home Key No
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, MMS, Google Talk
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: Yes
Voicemail Key: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact: Email address, Other fields
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, Microsoft Exchange
PC Synchronization: Yes
DLNA Support: Yes
Java Application: Yes
Audio Formats: MIDI, MP3, MP4, eAAC, AAC+, AAC, AMR-WB, AMR, M4A, OGG, AMR-NB
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, WMV
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Haptic Feedback: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Radio: Yes
Viewable document types: BMP, DOC, GIF, JPG, PDF, PPT, RTF, TXT, XLS
Games: Yes
Apps: Downloadable, Pre-installed
Included Software / Apps: -
Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Calculator, Maps, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): Sony Ericsson ST15i
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