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Sony Ericsson Xperia Pro review

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6.8/10
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The Sony Ericsson Xperia Pro currently has an Informr score of 6.8 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 6 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.

The first thing that strikes you when you look at the Sony Ericsson Xperia Pro is its beautiful 3.7" LED multi-touch screen. But it gets better! Hiding behind all that glitter is a slide-out QWERTY keyboard. A real...honest-to-goodness physical keyboard which is still, for many, something no touchscreen can match.

One more nice thing about this phone's keyboard is what it does when you slide it out. For example, if your email is open, it tries to predict what you want to do and automatically gives you the options to reply to or forward a message. You can also type a message first, and then decide whether you want to send it as an email or an SMS. That's a clever bit of tech that we thought was pretty cool.

Another nice bit of UI is what Sony Ericsson is calling Timescape. This brings all of your communication streams like calls, text messages, Twitter updates and surprise...Facebook posts, into one scrollable set of tiles. Click on any one tile and Timescape will automatically bring up the appropriate app.

Although the camera button could have been kept in a more easily accessible place, the onboard 8 megapixel and its ability to record videos in HD can be appreciated. There is even a HDMI port to play videos back from the phone to a larger HD enabled display. (Sorry...no HDMI cable included). On the front is a secondary VGA camera that enables video chatting.

Other notable features include a standard 3.5mm headset jack, FM radio and support for both Microsoft Exchange and Gmail. An 8 GB microSD card is provided with the phone and the microSD slot can accommodate up to 32 GB.

Most importantly, the Xperia Pro comes with the latest Android OS which means you get access to the complete, and rapidly expanding catalog of free and paid Android apps and games.

Need to Know: Sony Ericsson Xperia Pro

1. Slide-out QWERTY keyboard (The Good)

2. Sony Ericsson Timescape and deep integration with Facebook (The Good)

3. HDMI cable not included (The Bad)

4. Cheaper, plastic feel (The Bad)


Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
1 GHz
Processor
Processor
1 GHz
3.7"
Screen Size
Screen Size
3.7"
8+ MP
Camera
Camera
8+ MP
1500 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


GSMArena
GSMArena

So, the company's squad of droid smartphones is now complete with a QWERTTY messenger. It's the kind of phone that can enjoy demand from both business users and social networking fans. The entire Xperia lineup was thoroughly refreshed and ready to offer the Android experience to users of all backgro...

- GSMArena Team, GSMArena
Coolsmartphone
Coolsmartphone

The Sony Ericsson Xperia Pro is a bit of an underrated handset. It seems to be hidden in the shadow of its smaller sibling, the Xperia mini Pro, on which the main marketing effort from Sony Ericsson itself and UK operators is focused. Nonetheless, it is still quite decent device. Perhaps it doesn’t...

- Dawid Lorenz, Coolsmartphone
Tracy and Matt
Tracy and Matt

Overall my time with the Xperia Pro was quite a good one, but for me the phone lacks a certain quality that would distinguish it in the mass market and for that reason I am not sure whether it can succeed as I don't think many people would choose this device over some other more attractive propositi...

- Chris, Tracy and Matt
PhoneArena
PhoneArena

The Sony Ericsson Xperia pro is the rare sight of a good-looking Android 2.3 Gingerbread phone with a side-sliding physical keyboard, which is on top of that very comfortable to type on.

- Daniel P., PhoneArena
tech2
tech2

With a Price tag of Rs. 23,990 (MRP) on the Xperia Pro, it makes for a great feature rich handset. The tiny glitch with the sliver model’s keypad and backlighting can easily be overlooked when compared to the slew of features and the above average battery life the handset offers. It’s a great handse...

- Shayne Rana, tech2


Prices (Where to Buy)




Common Questions


Sony Ericsson Xperia Pro prices will vary depending on retailer, age, special offers and whether or not it's purchased with a service plan. If purchased with a 2 year service contract for example, you would likely pay much less for the phone itself up front. Sony's suggested retail price is $399.99. You can compare Ericsson Xperia Pro prices from around the web here on The Informr.



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


If your Ericsson Xperia Pro 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
3.7"

The Sony Ericsson Xperia Pro's screen size is 3.7 inches with x pixels resolution.

Processor
1 GHz

There is a Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8255 1 GHz processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.

Camera
8+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 8+ 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 (up to 32 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
1500mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol), 1500 mAh battery. Sony's performance ratings are 18 days standby time, 420 minutes.

Ericsson Xperia Pro Specs

Overview
Release Date June 21, 2011
Regions Available USA
Operating System No

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Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8255 1 GHz
Internal Storage 320 MB
RAM 512 MB
Hearing Aid Compatible No
TTY/TDD No
Noise Cancellation Yes
SAR Head: 1.03 W/kg
Body: 1.28 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
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 (up to 32 GB)
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
8+ Megapixels
Zoom
16x digital
Flash
Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Red-eye reduction, Smile detection
Video Recording Formats
3GP / 3GPP, 3G2 / 3GPP2, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
HD (1280 x 720 pixels)
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
0.3 Mpx
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 3.7 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer
Multi-Touch No
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Battery Capacity 1500 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 420 minutes
Standby Time Up to 18 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Slider
Colors Black, Red, Silver
Dimensions [H x W x D] 12.0 x 5.7 x 1.3 cm (4.7 x 2.2 x 0.5 in)
Weight 142 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 QWERTY, Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, IM
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Zoom / Magnification: 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
TV Out Info: HDMI
DLNA Support: Yes
Audio Formats: MIDI, MP3, MP4, AMR-WB, WAV, OGG, AMR-NB
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, 3G2 / 3GPP2, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4
Streaming Video: Yes
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Haptic Feedback: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Radio: Yes (FM/RDS)
Wi-fi Encryption: WPA/WPA2
Viewable document types: DOC, PDF, PPT, RTF, TXT, XLS
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable
Included Software / Apps: -
Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Calculator, Weather, Maps, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): Sony Ericsson MK16i
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