Samsung Galaxy S Advance
Price: $345
Website: samsung.com
While the Samsung Galaxy S Advance doesn’t
do much to stake a claim as the best mid-range handset you can buy, it’s still
a suitably capable effort, which will suit newcomers to the smartphone market.
With that said, though, there are many better options that you can find at this
price, so you might want to shop around and see what its rivals have to offer,
before choosing this as your main handset.
Input
Capacitive touchscreen
Specifications
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Os Android 2.3 Gingerbread
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Screen 4-inch SAMOLED
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Resolution 480 x 800 pixels
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Input Capacitive touchscreen
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Processor 1GHz ARM Cortex-A9
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Memory 168MB
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Storage 8/16GB, MicroSD
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Camera 5MP rear-facing,1.3MP front-facing
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Flash Yes
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Video 720p HD
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Wireless 802. 11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 3.0
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Ports 3.5mm audio jack, Micro USB 2.0
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Standby time 570 hours
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Talk time 1 5 hours
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Size 123 x 63 x 10mm
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Weight 120g
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Verdict: a decent mid-range device but it offers
little to set itself apart from its rivals.
Samsung Galaxy S Ill
Price: $728
Website: samsung.com
Samsung
Galaxy S Ill
Matching up to the mighty Galaxy S II was
always going to be a tall order, but with the release of the Galaxy S III
Samsung has clearly surpassed expectations. With its stunning design, amazing
usability, high- powered performance and cutting-edge features, it measures up
to the best of the competition and sets a new benchmark for its rivals. If
you’re looking for one of the best smart Phones you can buy, this is it.
Specifications
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OS Android 4.0 ICS
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Screen 4.8-inch SAMOLED
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Resolution 720 x 1280 pixels
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Input Capacitive touchscreen
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Processor 1.4GHz Cortex-A9
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Memory 1GB
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Storage 1 6/32/64GB, MicroSD
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Camera 8MP rear-facing, 1 .9MP front-facing
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Flash Yes
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Video 1080p HD
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Wireless 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi Bluetooth 4.0
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Ports 3.5mm audio jack, Micro USB 2.0
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Standby time 790 hours
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Talk time 21 hours
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Size 137x71 x9mm
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Weight 133g
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Verdict: a masterpiece of design and usability.
This is the benchmark to beat.
Sony Xperia Go
Price: $300
Website: sonymobile.com
Sony
Xperia Go
When we’ve tested semi-rugged phones
before, they’ve often put function firmly over form. But Sony’s Xperia Go
blends style and resilience to create a tough device that’s also great to look
at. Its waterproof, dust-resistant design keeps it protected against the
elements and it’s a fast and pleasingly usable device. And while the old
Android 2.3 05 is a disappointment, this is still a good phone for busy outdoor
use. OS Android 2.3 Gingerbread
Specifications
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Screen 3.5-inch TFT
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Resolution 320 x 480 pixels
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Input Capacitive touchscreen
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Processor 1GHz dual-core
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Memory 512MB
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Storage 8GB internal, MicroSD up to 32GB
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Camera 5MP rear-facing
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Flash LED
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Video 720p HD at 30fps
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Wireless 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 3.0
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Ports 3.5mm audio jack, Micro USB 2.0
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Standby time 520 hours
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Talk time 6 hours
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Size 111 x 60 x l0mm
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Weight 110g
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Verdict: if you need a stylish and tough phone
for outdoor use, there’s a lot to like.
Sony Xperia P
Price: $435
Screen
4-inch TFT
While some handsets in Sony’s Xperia range
have proved more successful than others, the Xperia P works well on so many
levels that it’s impossible to ignore. The unique style may not suit all
tastes, but it shows a courage to stand out from the crowd that we wish we saw
more often. And thanks to its impressive performance, beautiful LED-backlit
screen and excellent features, you get plenty of value for money.
Specifications
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OS Android 2.3 Gingerbread
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Screen 4-inch TFT
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Resolution 540 x 960 pixels
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Input Capacitive touchscreen
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Processor 1 GHz dual-core
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Memory 1GB
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Storage 16GB internal
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Camera 8MP rear-facing, 0.3MP front-facing
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Flash LED
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Video 1080p HD at 30fps
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Wireless 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi Bluetooth 2.1
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Ports 3.5mm audio jack, Micro USB 2.0, HDMI
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Standby time 475 hours
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Talk time 6 hours
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Size l22 x 60 x 11mm
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Weight 120g
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Verdict: if you’re looking for a one-of-a- kind
phone, make sure to check it out.
Sony Xperia S
Price: $480
Website: sonymobile.com
Sony
Xperia S
The Sony Xperia S has some stellar
features, including an excellent 12-Megapixel camera and the ability to record
ultra- sharp hi-def video in 1080p Full F{D. Add a design that capably helps it
to stand out from the crowd, as well as the quirky NFC tag accessories, and the
Xperia S is by far the best phone in Sony’s Android range. If you’re after a
stylish and feature-packed phone, this one should be high on your list.
Specifications
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OS Android 2.3 Gingerbread
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Screen 4.3-inch TFT
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Resolution 720 x 1280 pixels
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Input Capacitive touchscreen
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Processor 1 .5GHz
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Qualcomm MSM8260
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Memory 1GB
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Storage 32GB
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Camera 12MP rear-facing, 1.3MP front-facing
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Flash Yes
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Video 1080p HD
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Wireless 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1
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Ports 3.5mm audio jack, Micro USB 2.0
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Standby time 450 hours
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Talk time 8 hours
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Size 128 x 64 x 11mm
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Weight 144g
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Verdict: a stylish and feature-packed android
phone with an amazing camera.
Sony Xperia T
Website: sonymobile.com
A
minor update of the Xperia S released earlier in the year, the Xperia T remains
an elite Android device.
A minor update of the Xperia S released
earlier in the year, the Xperia T remains an elite Android device. With its
excellent build quality, gorgeous screen, great camera and a powerful processor
it should be a market leader - but for that price. Sony is still reestablishing
itself as a smartphone company and can’t command premium pricing - It falls
short of its Samsung and HTC rivals, watch for a price drop.
Specifications
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OS Android 4.0 CS
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Screen 4.55-inch 1FF
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Resolution 720 x 1280 pixels
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Input Capacitive touchscreen
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Processor 1.5GHz dual-core
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Memory 1GB
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Storage 16GB internal, MicroSD up to 32GB
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Camera 1 3MP rear-facing,1.3MP front-facing
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Flash LED
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Video 1080p HD at 30fps
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Wireless 802.1 la/b/g/n W-Fi Bluetooth 3.1, NFC
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Ports 3.5mm audio jack, Micro USB 2.0
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Battery 7 hours talk time,
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450 hours standby
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Dimensions 129 x 67 x 9mm
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Weight 13g
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Verdict: among the android smartphone elite, but
still needs some work.