Thursday, April 2, 2015

Sony Xperia M2 Review: Mid-range masterpiece

Following the success of the recently released Sony Xperia Z2, there’s still a buzz around the Japanese company’s name. Now it’s introducing the Xperia M2, is this the answer for those that want Sony’s expertise without the high-end price tag? Let’s find out…

Xperia M2 Key features
  • 4.8-inch qHD display
  • 8 megapixel camera
  • 1.2GHz quad-core processor
  • 2300mAh battery
  • Android Jelly Bean

  Sony Xperia M2 Review

Sony Xperia M2 Review: Design & hardware 

The Xperia M2’s design is quite closely related to that of the Xperia Z1 and Z2. The generous 4.8-inch qHD display occupies most of the phone’s face, with a relatively small amount of bezel either side. A rubbery plastic frame borders the tempered glass on the front and rear, and the bottom of the casing is made up of a large yet subtle speaker extending across the breadth of the phone. Unfortunately, unlike the Z1 and Z2, the M2 isn’t water or dustproof – so keep this little one safe.

Sony Xperia M2 review
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The overall size of the device will no doubt make it a lot more attractive to those that might struggle with larger smartphones but don’t want to settle for a mini variant. The qHD screen resolution isn’t quite at the top of the market (540 x 960), but it’s more than adequate for enjoying movies and photos, as it’s been built using Sony’s TV technology. Much alike its Xperia siblings, the glass casing quickly gets covered in fingerprints which is a bit of a drawback, but nothing that a non-static wipe can’t fix – the kind you’d get with a new pair of sunglasses. Under the hood you’ll find the M2’s internal workings are up to scratch, too. The 1.2GHz quad-core processor and 1GB RAM provide plenty of power and allowing for effortless multitasking and gaming.

There’s also 8GB of storage space for all your photos, music and films, but if that’s sounds insufficient, there’s the option to add a microSD card of up 32GB.

Sony Xperia M2 Review: Software & multimedia

Unlike most recently released models, the M2 runs on Android Jelly Bean – however it’s mostly covered by Sony’s unmistakable user interface, Timescape. It’s easy to navigate and will feel very familiar to those who have used any Android-powered phones in the past. The M2 contains 8 megapixel back facing camera packed with several Sony’s ace photography applications, such as AR effects, Social Live and Time-shift Burst.

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We found some useful functionality rest with Excellent Auto Mode, that is good for getting the best shot with little effort, as it intuitively selects the best shooting choices for you. However, if you are a little more a photography fan, Manual Mode could be more up your street –offering the options to change resolution, exposure and a lot more. Similar to the Z2, the M2 can capture video at a higher resolution than it can play it back. you are invited to record in Full HD, and to appropriately enjoy your video footage you can transfer the record to a computer, upload it straight to YouTube, or plug into a TV.

Sony Xperia M2 Review: Performance & verdict

Despite the Xperia’s modest size, it boasts a fairly sizable 2300mAh battery. Sony claims the M2 can survive in standby mode for up to 693 hours, but to get a real feel of battery control you can activate STAMINA mode. This function gives you authority on which apps draw power when the phone is on standby, so you can better track when juice is running low.

sony xperia m2 review
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This phone is for people who appreciate great build quality, as well as identify the best that Sony has developed from its wealth of experience in the tech industry. The top-end models aren’t for everyone, so if you are searching for something which exudes course without the normal price, the Sony Xperia M2 is definitely worth a look.

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