Sony Xperia M2

Last updated
Sony Xperia M2
Sony Xperia M2 v2.jpg
Sony Xperia M2
CodenameEagle
Brand Sony
Manufacturer Sony Mobile Communications
Slogan Premium experiences, ultra-fast
Series Sony Xperia
ModelD2303, D2305, D2306 30 April 2014;10 years ago (2014-04-30)
Predecessor Sony Xperia M
Successor Sony Xperia M4 Aqua
Type Touchscreen smartphone
Form factor Slate, OmniBalance
Dimensions139.7 x 71.1 x 8.6 mm
Mass148 g
Operating system Android 4.3 Jelly Bean, upgradable to 5.1.1 Lollipop
System-on-chip Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8926 400
CPU 1.2  GHz quad-core Krait
GPU Adreno 305
Memory1 GB RAM
Storage8 GB
Removable storage Up to 32 GB microSDXC
Batterynon-user removable Li-ion 2300 mAh
Display4.8 in (120 mm) diagonal LCD
qHD 960 x 540 px, Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Rear camera8  MP; 1080p video recording @ 30  frames/s
Front camera 0.3  MP
Connectivity Wi-Fi
DLNA
GPS/GLONASS [1]
NFC
Bluetooth 4.0
USB 2.0 (Micro-B port, USB charging)
USB OTG
3.50 mm (0.138 in) headphone jack, 5 pole
Data inputs Multi-touch, capacitive touchscreen, proximity sensor
OtherAvailable in black, white and purple

The Sony Xperia M2 is a mid-range 4G Android smartphone manufactured by Sony which was unveiled on 24 February 2014 at the Mobile World Congress, Barcelona, Spain. It boasts of Sony's new Lifelog app, launched alongside the Sony Xperia Z2 and Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet. The Xperia M2 succeeds the Sony Xperia M with a faster processor and an improved camera. [2]

Contents

Technical specifications

Hardware

The Xperia M2 features a 4.8-inch qHD resolution 540×960 px display and a pixel density of 229  ppi. [3] It features an 8-megapixel camera capable of HDR image snapshots and 1080p Full HD video recording. Xperia M2 is a sealed-body cellphone with a 1.2 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 quad-core processor, Adreno 305 GPU, 1GB LPDDR3 RAM and 8 GB of internal flash storage inside packed together with a 2300 mAh non-removable battery. Also it features microSDHC slot which support up to 32 GB of additional space. Weighing 148 g, the phone measures 139.7 mm by 71.1 mm by 8.6 mm. [4]

Software

Variants

Commercial NameCodenameModel NumberReference
Xperia M2Eagle Rita SS 1258D2305 [10]
Eagle Gina SS 1,3,5,7,8,20D2303
Eagle Rex SS 4,7,17D2306
Eagle Rex T SS 4,7,17D2316
Xperia M2 DualEagle Rita DS 1258D2302

Related Research Articles

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Sony Xperia</span> Smartphone brand from Sony Mobile Communications

Xperia is a series of and the sole brand name of smartphones marketed by Sony. It also includes various related mobile hardware such as tablets as well as software. Xperia was originally developed by Sony Ericsson before becoming Sony Mobile as a result of the mobile phone manufacturer being taken over and solely owned by Sony in 2012; it has been under Sony Corporation since 2021 following Sony Mobile's merger. The name Xperia is derived from the word "experience", and was first used in the Xperia X1 tagline of "I Xperia the best".

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Sony Ericsson Xperia pro</span> Smartphone by Sony Ericsson

The Sony Ericsson Xperia pro is an Android smartphone from Sony Ericsson which was launched in October 2011. The Xperia Pro has a 3.7-inch (94 mm) capacitive touch-screen, slider keyboard, smart phone with mobile BRAVIA engine which optimises the picture and runs at a resolution of 854×480 pixels, a 1 GHz Snapdragon processor, an 8.1 mega-pixel camera, a dedicated Two-step camera key, USB host port, HDMI-out, 512 MB of onboard RAM, and an 8 GB microSD card. The Sony Ericsson Xperia Pro is available in black, silver, or red.

The Sony Xperia E is an Android smartphone manufactured by Sony Corporation. The phone was released in March 2013, and is available in single and dual SIM variants.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Sony Xperia M</span> Sony Xperia M smartphone

The Sony Xperia M is an Android 4.1/4.2/4.3 Jelly Bean OS smartphone from Sony which was launched in August 2013.

Sony Xperia Z series is a line of flagship Android smartphones and tablets in the Sony Xperia series manufactured by Sony Mobile.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Sony Xperia Z2</span> Android Smartphone by Sony Xperia

The Sony Xperia Z2 is an Android-based smartphone unveiled, manufactured, and marketed by Sony and was released in April 2014. Under the codename "Sirius", Xperia Z2 serves as the successor to the Sony Xperia Z1. Like its predecessor, the Xperia Z2 is water and dust proof with an IP rating of IP55 and IP58. The phone features an IPS LED display, a Snapdragon 801 processor and the ability to record 4K videos. The Xperia Z2 also allows removable microSD storage up to 128 GB.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Sony Xperia Z2 tablet</span> Android tablet by Sony

The Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet is a touchscreen Android tablet manufactured and designed by Sony. Like its predecessor, the Xperia Z2 tablet features a 10.1 inch screen and is water and dustproof with a rating of IP55 and IP58. The tablet is the lightest and thinnest 10.1-inch tablet, weighing at 1 pound and is 0.25 inches (6.4 mm) thick, the Z2 Tablet features the Snapdragon 801 processor, Sony's Triluminos display and HDR video recording. Unveiled alongside the Sony Xperia Z2 during the 2014 Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, on February 24, it was first released on March 26, 2014 in the United Kingdom. On July 3, 2014, Sony launched its Xperia Z2 Tablet in India. On July 27, 2014 Sony released the Z2 Tablet in the US on Verizon.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Sony Xperia Z3 Compact</span> Android smartphone by Sony Xperia

The Sony Xperia Z3 Compact is an Android smartphone produced by Sony. As part of the Z Series, the Z3 Compact was unveiled during a press conference in IFA 2014 on 4 September 2014 and belongs to Sony's handset lineup of the second half of 2014, which includes the flagship Xperia Z3 and the entry-level Xperia C3. Like the preceding Z1 Compact, the Z3 Compact is water-proof with an IP rating of IP65 and IP68. The phone features a new display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor, and has the ability to record 4K videos.

The Sony Xperia M5 is a water & dust resistant high-range Android smartphone manufactured by Sony serving as the successor to the Xperia M4 Aqua. The phone was unveiled on 3 August 2015 along with the Xperia C5 Ultra. The phone is marketed as a “super mid-range” phone, which is between its predecessor, the M4 Aqua, and the flagship, the Xperia Z5

The Sony Xperia C5 Ultra is a mid-range Android phablet smartphone developed and manufactured by Sony. It serves as the successor to the Xperia C4. The phone was unveiled on 3 August 2015 alongside the Xperia M5.

Sony Xperia E3 is an Android smartphone manufactured by Sony. It was launched to the market on September 3, 2014 in the frame of IFA 2014 like a mobile telephone in the entry to mid-range level, being the successor of the Sony Xperia E1.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Sony Xperia X Performance</span> Android smartphone produced by Sony

The Sony Xperia X Performance is an Android smartphone produced by Sony. Part of the Sony Xperia X series, the device was unveiled along with the Sony Xperia XA and Sony Xperia X at MWC 2016 on February 22, 2016. It was Sony's flagship smartphone for the first half of 2016.

The Sony Xperia XZ is an Android smartphone manufactured and marketed by Sony. Part of the Xperia X series, the device was announced to the public along with the Xperia X Compact at a press conference held at the annual IFA event on September 1, 2016. The Xperia XZ was first released in Taiwan on September 30, 2016, with worldwide sales starting with the United Arab Emirates on October 1 and the United States the following day; its home country Japan only started sales on November 2, 2016.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Sony Xperia XZ Premium</span> Android smartphone by Sony

The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is an Android smartphone manufactured and marketed by Sony. As part of the Xperia X series, the device was announced to the public along with the Xperia XZs at the annual Mobile World Congress in February 2017. Pre-orders for the Xperia XZ Premium started in Europe on 22 May 2017. The device went on sale in the UK on 2 June 2017, and in the US on 19 June 2017.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Sony Xperia XZs</span> Android smartphone by Sony

The Sony Xperia XZs is an Android smartphone manufactured and marketed by Sony. Part of the Xperia X series, the device was announced to the public along with the Xperia XZ Premium at the annual Mobile World Congress last February 2017.

The Sony Xperia XZ2 is an Android-based smartphone unveiled, manufactured, released and marketed by Sony. Part of the Xperia X series, the device was announced to the public along with the Xperia XZ2 Compact at a press conference held at the annual 2018 Mobile World Congress event on February 26, 2018. It features Qi wireless charging, Dynamic Vibration System, 4K HDR video recording and has the standard 3.5 mm headphone jack removed.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact</span> Android smartphone by Sony

The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact is an Android smartphone manufactured and marketed by Sony. Part of the Xperia X series, the device was announced to the public along with the Xperia XZ2 at a press conference held at the annual 2018 Mobile World Congress event on February 26, 2018.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Sony Xperia 1 II</span> 2020 Android smartphone

The Sony Xperia 1 II is an Android smartphone manufactured by Sony Mobile. Part of Sony's Xperia series, the phone was announced along with the mid-range Xperia 10 II on February 24, 2020. Key upgrades over its predecessor, the Xperia 1, include support for 5G connectivity and Qi wireless charging, and a triple-lens camera which incorporates ZEISS-branded lenses with T✻ (T-Star) anti-reflective coating as well as technology brought over from Sony's Alpha camera lineup.

The Sony Xperia 10 II is a mid-range Android smartphone manufactured by Sony Mobile. Part of Sony's Xperia series, it was unveiled alongside the Xperia 1 II on February 24, 2020.

The Sony Xperia 10 III is a mid-range Android smartphone manufactured by Sony Mobile. Part of Sony's Xperia series, it was unveiled alongside the Xperia 1 III & Xperia 5 III on April 14, 2021. It is the Sony's first Xperia mid-ranger to support 5G network.

References

  1. "Sony's best ever premium smartphone has arrived". Sony. Retrieved July 4, 2014.
  2. "Introducing Xperia™ M2, the best smartphone technology in its class1 | Blog Portal - Sony Smartphones". Blogs.sonymobile.com. Retrieved 2014-02-24.
  3. "Xperia M2 Specifications". GSM Arena. Retrieved April 24, 2014.
  4. "Xperia M2 Specifications | 4.8" Touchscreen - Sony Smartphones (Global UK English)". Sonymobile.com. 2014-02-20. Retrieved 2014-02-24.
  5. "New Sony software upgrade, including Android 5.1 Lollipop, rolls for Xperia M2 and Xperia M2 Aqua". 31 August 2017.
  6. Summers, Nick (2014-02-24). "Sony Launches Mid-Range Xperia M2 Android Smartphone". Thenextweb.com. Retrieved 2014-02-24.
  7. Kate Solomon (24 February 2014). "Sony Xperia M2 lands with 4.8" qHD screen, affordable price-tag | News". TechRadar. Retrieved 2014-02-24.
  8. Brian, Matt (2013-11-26). "Sony's Xperia M2 offers respectable specs at a mid-range price". Engadget.com. Retrieved 2014-02-24.
  9. Chris Burns (2014-02-24). "Sony Xperia M2 specifications show mid-tier Z-line competitor". SlashGear. Retrieved 2014-02-24.
  10. "Sony D230X 'Eagle' passes through the FCC; single-SIM and dual-SIM versions planned". Xperia Blog. 19 February 2014. Retrieved April 24, 2014.
Preceded by Sony Xperia M2
2014
Succeeded by