Sony Xperia M5

Sony Xperia M5
Codename Holly
Brand Sony
Manufacturer Sony Mobile
Slogan Get Ready for the Unexpected
Series Sony Xperia
Model E5603, E5606, E5653 (single sim)
E5633, E5643, E5663 (dual sim)
Predecessor Sony Xperia M4 Aqua
Successor Sony Xperia X
Type Touchscreen smartphone
Form factor Slate
Dimensions 145 mm (5.7 in) H
72 mm (2.8 in) W
7.6 mm (0.30 in) D
Weight 142.5 g (5.03 oz)
Operating system Android 5.0 Lollipop (launch)
Android 5.1 Lollipop
Android 6.0 Marshmallow (current)
System on chip MediaTek HelioX10 MT6795
CPU 2.0 GHz octa-core 64-bit
ARMv8-A Cortex-A53 Cores
GPU PowerVR G6200
Memory 3 GB LPDDR3 RAM
Storage 16 GB
Removable storage Up to 200 GB microSDXC
Battery non-user removable Li-ion 2600 mAh
Data inputs Multi-touch, capacitive touchscreen, proximity sensor
Display 5.0 in (130 mm) IPS LCD
Full HD 1920x1080 (441ppi)
TRILUMINOS™ Display
Sony BRAVIA Mobile engine 2
Scratch-resistant glass
24-bit depth colours
Rear camera 21.5MP
Sony Exmor IMX230
1.12 µm pixel size
f/2.0 aperture
Phase-detection Autofocus + Contrast-detection Autofocus
720p@120fps
1080p@60 fps
4K 2160p@30 fps
Front camera 13 MP
Sony Exmor IMX135
1.136 µm pixel size
f/2.0 aperture
1080p@30fps video
Connectivity Wi-Fi
DLNA
GPS/GLONASS
NFC
Bluetooth 4.1
MHL 3.0
USB 2.0 (Micro-B port, USB charging)
USB OTG
3.50 mm (0.138 in) Headphone Jack CTIA/AHJ
Other
Website Official website

The Sony Xperia M5 is a water & dust proof high-range Android smartphone manufactured by Sony and it serves as the successor of the Xperia M4 Aqua. The phone was unveiled on 3 August 2015 along with the Xperia C5 Ultra.[1] The phone is marketed as a “super mid-range” phone,[2] which is between a predecessor M4 Aqua and flagship Xperia Z5

Like its predecessor, the Xperia M4 Aqua, the Xperia M5 is waterproof and dustproof, and has an IP rating of IP65 and IP68. The key highlight of the phone is the 21.5 megapixel rear camera and ISO 3200 along with 0.25 second Hybrid Autofocus that utilizes phase detection autofocus.[3][4]

Specifications

Hardware

The device features a 5.0 inch (130 mm) 1080p display. The device is dust and water proof with an IP rating of IP65 and IP68 and it is powered by 2.0 GHz Octa-core MediaTek HelioX10 MT6795 processor with 3 GB of RAM. The M5 includes a non-removable 2600 mAh battery.[5] The rear camera of the M5 is 21.5 megapixel with a Sony Exmor RS image sensor[6] along with ISO 3200 and f/2.2 aperture. The devices also features hybrid autofocus that utilizes phase detection autofocus and contrast detection autofocus that can focus the object within 0.25 seconds.[7] The device comes with 16 GB internal storage along with microSDXC card expansion up to 200 GB.[8]

Software

The Xperia M5 comes preinstalled with Android 5.0 Lollipop along with Sony’s custom interface and software.[5] Sony made an update to Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) available for the handset.[9]

Sales

The dual-sim variant of the Xperia M5 was launched in India and Hong Kong on 9 September 2015.[10][11] Sony also announced in early 2016 to sell the M5 in the UK despite originally planning not to sell in UK [12]

Issues

The handset occasionally suffers from automatic shutoff and cannot be restarted or turn on unless connected to a power source via USB cable. Sony has commented on the issues and confirmed that most of first batch of this phone that was released had issues and were faulty and that customers with affected handsets are able to have them repaired by replacing a new battery at a Sony Service Center.[13][14]

Reception

The Xperia M5 was generally well received. Sony was praised for the handset’s improved camera, longer battery life and more generous internal storage

References

  1. "Sony Mobile continues its innovation in imaging with the introduction of two best in class super mid-range smartphones". 3 August 2015. Retrieved 23 August 2015.
  2. "Super mid-range phone announced". Android Authority. 3 August 2015. Retrieved 23 August 2015.
  3. "Sony Xperia M5 announced". Xperia Blog. 3 August 2015. Retrieved 23 August 2015.
  4. "Sony Xperia M5 vs Sony Xperia M4 Aqua". Pocket-Lint. Retrieved 11 September 2015.
  5. 1 2 "Sony announced Xperia M5, a super mid range phone with hybrid autofocus". Phonearena. 3 August 2015. Retrieved 23 August 2015.
  6. "Sony Xperia M5 specs".
  7. "Sony announces the "super mid-range" Xperia M5 with 21.5mp Hybrid Autofocus". Androidpolice. 2 August 2015. Retrieved 23 August 2015.
  8. "Sony Xperia M5 gets official". Geeky Gadgets. 3 August 2015. Retrieved 23 August 2015.
  9. "Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) update for Xperia devices". Sony Mobile. Retrieved 18 February 2016.
  10. "Xperia M5 Dual launches in India and Hong Kong". Xperia Blog. 9 September 2015. Retrieved 11 September 2015.
  11. "Sony Xperia M5 with 21 MP camera launched in India". International Business Times. 9 September 2015. Retrieved 11 September 2015.
  12. http://www.lawyerherald.com/articles/29513/20160126/sony-xperia-m5-arrive-uk-device-now-available-pre-order.htm
  13. https://talk.sonymobile.com/t5/Xperia-M5/M5-suddenly-shuts-off-every-10-minuts/td-p/1037964
  14. http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-m5/general/solution-auto-switching-off-sony-xperia-t3263984

Sony Xperia M5 Dual. Будьте готовы к неожиданностям

Preceded by
none
Sony super mid-range Smartphone
2015
Succeeded by
Sony Xperia X
Preceded by
Sony Xperia M4 Aqua
Sony Xperia M Series Smartphone
2015
Succeeded by
none
This article is issued from Wikipedia - version of the 11/15/2016. The text is available under the Creative Commons Attribution/Share Alike but additional terms may apply for the media files.