MWC 2014: Sony introduced the Xperia Z2, its new high-end smartphone

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MWC 2014: Sony introduced the Xperia Z2, its new high-end smartphone

Returned to the forefront in the world of smartphones, Sony took the MWC which opens its doors today to introduce its new reference model, called Xperia Z2. Successor of Z and Z1, he takes what made the success of its predecessors by adding new features. Discovery.

You do not change a winning team, the Sony Xperia Z2 therefore broadly in line the popular design of the series, finesse and elegance. Very close in its dimensions (14.7 x 7.3 x 0.8 cm) of Z1, yet it offers a larger screen since from 5 "to 5.2". The IPS display Full HD resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels. Include an aluminum frame and tempered front and back mineral glass.

Inside, there is a powerful Snapdragon processor 801-4 2.3GHz cores coupled with Adreno 330 graphics chip, 3GB of RAM, a 20.7-megapixel Exmor sensor RS. The Sony Xperia Z2 has a memory card reader to expand its internal storage capacity of 16 GB The original battery is a 3200 Mah. 2 megapixel webcam complete the equipment. As is now standard on top models of the brand, the Xperia Z2 is waterproof (IP58 standard) and dust resistant. It will run on Android operating system 4.4 (KitKat for short) and will be NFC-enabled. Of course 4G LTE will be the game.

Sony announces smartphone for a real improvement in color rendering (Phospor LED technology) and viewing angles. Another novelty, the sensor will capture video at 4K (3840 x 2160 Pixels). MHL adapter sold separately a will, however, need to disseminate these videos to the Ultra HDTV.

Several pictures modes are also emerging, among which the Slow Motion HD (120 img / sec) and an optimized digital stabilization. The manufacturer has also had the good sense to engage with its smartphone-ear headphones with the function of active noise reduction. Feature of this headset, noise reduction system is powered by the smartphone, not the headset. Note that this helmet is available in around 80 € separate sale.

The Sony Xperia Z2 will be available from the month of April for a suggested € 699 in black, white and purple fare.