14 DAY TRIAL // Today, Japanese mobile phone maker Sony Mobile made official a new smartphone in its popular Xperia lineup, namely the waterproof Xperia ZR.
According to Sony, some of the main features of the new device include the highest level of water-resistance, especially when it comes to capturing photos and Full HD videos underwater.
The new handset arrives on the market with a 4.55-inch touchscreen display capable of delivering a 720p resolution, as well as with a 1.5GHz quad-core Snapdragon S4 Pro processor packed inside, and 2GB of RAM.
Xperia ZR was also unveiled with 8GB of internal memory, as well as with a microSD memory card slot packed inside, with support for up to 32GB of additional storage space.
The mobile phone also features a 13-megapixel photo snapper on the back, with Sony Exmor RS for mobile image sensor and support for full HD video recording, as well as a front camera for making video calls while on the go.
“The Xperia ZR pushes the boundaries on where and how consumers can use the full potential of their smartphone. By combining Sony’s leading camera technology with the highest level of water-resistance, you will never miss another moment,” said Calum MacDougall, director of Xperia Marketing at Sony Mobile Communications.
“Bringing together the best of Sony’s leading technology, media applications and easy one-touch connectivity with the largest ever range of NFC-enabled accessories, the Xperia ZR delivers the unique smartphone experience that people can expect from Sony.”
The new device also sports PlayStation certification, 3.5 mm audio jack, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity, DLNA, NFC, Xperia Link, and the usual set of sensors.
Sony announced the Xperia ZR with Android 4.1 Jelly Bean loaded on top right from the start, as well as with a series of exclusive Sony applications and services, such as WALKMAN, and Album and Movies.
The mobile phone is set to arrive on shelves before the end of the second quarter of the year in Black and White flavors. No specific info on pricing has been provided as of now.
