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Sony Xperia Sola
Sony Xperia Sola

Apple iPhone 4S
Apple iPhone 4S
 
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Sony Xperia Sola
Overview - Full review
Apple iPhone 4S
Overview - Full review
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Sony Xperia Sola
Apple iPhone 4S
Score
2/5
4/5
User Score
4/5 (4)
4/5 (19)
Subscores
  • Design & Handling2/5
  • Screen3/5
  • Interface & Navigation4/5
  • Multimedia4/5
  • Battery Life2/5
    Specifications
    Specifications
    Operating system (OS)
    OS version tested
    Screen size
    Screen resolution
    Weight 107 g
    Dimensions x x
    Camera5 Mpx
    Processor -
    CPU cores
    4G (LTE)
    NFC
    Battery life: talk-time5 hrs 30 min
    Battery life: standby time475
    Internal memory5 GB
    Memory cardMicroSD
    SAR level1.17 W/kg
    GPU
    Specifications
    Operating system (OS)
    OS version tested
    Screen size
    Screen resolution
    Weight 140 g
    Dimensions x x
    Camera8 Mpx
    Processor -
    CPU cores
    4G (LTE)
    NFC
    Battery life: talk-time14 hours
    Battery life: standby time8 days
    Internal memory64 GB
    Memory cardNo
    SAR level0.988 W/kg
    GPU
    Conclusion
    This entry-level smartphone will have trouble making a name for itself. While the basic functions work well enough, the Xperia Sola frankly does not have the battery life to sustain it long. Its biggest strengths are audio and photo rendering. When it comes to bang for you buck, we prefer the Huawei Honor and HTC One V.
    The iPhone 4S is as easy to use as ever, and sees the arrival of several improvements. The most substantial of these include visibly better photos from the digital camera and the faster processor speeds. The new voice services from Siri are a clear part of Apple's strategy to add more and more services to the basic product—we're just looking forward to seeing it work with some more apps!
    Pros

    +

    Compact size and weight

    +

    Generally responsive

    +

    Photo and audio rendering

    +

    Build quality / Gorgeous screen

    +

    Intuitive interface with improvements like notifcations and iMessage on a responsive handset

    +

    Camera takes great photos even in low light / Shoots 1080p video

    +

    Siri is fun and maybe even useful: it's an idea worth exploring ...

    +

    Gaming platform / Wireless sync / iCloud

    Cons

    -

    Low battery life

    -

    Slows down at times

    -

    Back detaches too easily

    -

    Battery life: acceptable, but could still do better

    -

    Voice calls: sound becomes saturated if volume is too high

    -

    Siri: we want to see it work with more apps