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Hi this is Brian -- for cnet.com and today we're taking a first look at the Sony Xperia I -- For 9999. On AT&T this Android Smartphone is handsomely style. Runs a one point five gigahertz dual core Qualcomm processor and packs a twelve megapixel camera. It also is the first Sony handset to connect to AT&T'S fast four GL TE data network. On front is a four point six and 720. LCD screen. A 720. Below are capacitor buttons for the four major Android gingerbread controls. That's right I said gingerbread. Sadly the Xperia ion unlike modern Android phones doesn't run Android Ford auto Ice Cream Sandwich. Sony has tweaked stock Android though to be more ICS like. For instance there are customizable. Shortcuts on the lock screen and you can create folders by dragging app icons on top of each other. On the top edge is a 3.5 millimeter headphone Jack the right side holds power button. Volume rocker and dedicated shutter button that will wake the phone from sleep and launch the camera function. An ability not many handsets have. The left side houses a flap which covers both the micro USB port and HDMI connection. For connecting the Xperia ion to HT TVs. Near field communication technology or NFC is also on board which allows information to be transferred between compatible phones and devices. Just by tapping them together. I'm Brian Bennett and this has been a first look at the Sony Xperia -- -- to be sure to check out our full review at cnet.com.
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Sony Xperia Ion (AT&T) Review
The good: The affordable Sony Xperia Ion has solid call quality and swift 4G LTE that ties into Sony's vast entertainment empire.
The bad: Lackluster images and video belie the Xperia's claimed 12MP camera. It's also held back by an old processor and an outdated OS.
The bottom line: The $99.99 Sony Xperia Ion looks like a good Android deal but its weaknesses make it not worth even the budget price.
Sony Xperia Ion (AT&T) Specs
Manufacturer: Sony
Part number: LT28AT/T
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Sony Xperia Ion (AT&T) Prices
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