The New Xperia(TM) Z Ultra: The World's Slimmest and Largest Full HD Smartphone Display*
The New Xperia(TM) Z Ultra: The World's Slimmest and Largest Full HD Smartphone Display*
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MOBILE ASIA EXPO, SHANGHAI, June 25 / PRN=KYODO JBN / --
- 6.4" Full HD TRILUMINOS(TM) Display for mobile powered by X-Reality(TM)
for mobile engine for the ultimate big screen entertainment experience
- Ultra slim, waterproof** and dust-resistant (IP55/IP58) durable design
- Qualcomm(R) Snapdragon(TM) 800 processor with 2.2 GHz quad-core CPUs and
4G LTE for fast performance
- Write and sketch with any pencil and selected stylus or pen
- Full accessory ecosystem for premium entertainment and one-touch
connectivity
- Battery STAMINA Mode for outstanding battery life
Sony Mobile Communications ("Sony Mobile") today introduces the next
revolution in premium large-screen Android smartphone [
] entertainment. The new Xperia Z Ultra is waterproof**, ultra-slim with a
lightweight design so you can enjoy it anytime, anywhere. It's the first
smartphone ever to incorporate a Full HD TRILUMINOS(TM) Display for mobile
powered by Sony's latest X-Reality(TM) for mobile picture engine to deliver the
most immersive viewing experience imaginable. Additionally, the Xperia Z Ultra
will also feature the fully integrated Qualcomm(R) Snapdragon(TM) 800 processor
with 2.2 GHz quad-core CPUs, 4GLTE and HD voice to provide a seamless connected
entertainment experience, industry-leading battery performance and amazing
speed.
"The Xperia Z Ultra is the most exciting revolution in large-screen
smartphone entertainment devices with both the slimmest and largest Full HD
smartphone display* in the world that is second to none." said Calum
MacDougall, Director of Xperia Marketing at Sony Mobile Communications. "We're
already bringing the best of Sony technology and design across a range of
premium smartphones and tablets, and now we are bringing this same premium
offering to the large-screen smartphone segment, setting a new standard for
others to follow."
The world's largest Full HD smartphone display*
Xperia Z Ultra features a 6.4" touchscreen [
] Full HD display with Sony's unique TRILUMINOS(R) Display for mobile, creating
a wider palette of rich natural colours thanks to Sony's BRAVIA TV expertise.
The breakthrough technology includes X-Reality(TM) for mobile - Sony's
intelligent super resolution display technology which analyzes each image and
reproduces lacking pixels to optimize quality for the sharpest videos. It
analyses elements depending on the scene and adjusts them based on pattern,
outline and colour composition. It also strengthens subtle patterns and
accurately portrays their detailed feel, as well as reinforcing bold outlines.
The large Full HD display has been optimised to experience at least 60%*** more
of the screen than most other smartphones.
The world's slimmest Full HD smartphone*
Xperia Z Ultra is supremely slim and lightweight with a beautifully crafted
6.5mm body and weighing just 212 grams for ultimate portability. Sony
craftsmanship in design and attention to detail comes to the fore with clean
lines and premium materials - the front and back are made of tempered glass,
creating a seamless surface with the OptiContrast(TM) panel housed in an
innovative solid metal frame which looks stunning from any angle. It features
the same acclaimed OmniBalance design as Xperia Z and Tablet Z. The Xperia Z
Ultra is available in a choice of black, white or purple colour finishes.
The only waterproof Full HD smartphone**
Xperia Z Ultra is both elegant and durable. With an impressive rating of
IP55 and IP58, this smartphone isn't only resistant to dust, but is
waterproof** too - giving you the freedom to enjoy it anywhere. You can even
film in Full HD underwater, taking your large-screen smartphone experience to a
new level. The camera features "Exmor RS for mobile", HDR for both photos and
film, and Superior Auto mode automatically activates HDR and noise reduction
when needed, so you'll get stunning imagery even in challenging light
conditions.
Ultimate entertainment experience
The Xperia Z Ultra is uniquely positioned to offer the ultimate big screen
phone [
] entertainment experience for watching movies, playing games, reading books
and browsing the web.
Sony's "WALKMAN", Album and Movies media applications enable discovery of
online and offline content through a single access point with new ways to enjoy
and share that content.
The "WALKMAN" application leverages Sony's audio engine and Facebook
integration for sharing and discovering new music and is unique in that it
provides seamlessly integrated access to all your downloaded music as well as
access to a global library of over 20 million songs[2] from Sony's cloud-based
subscription music service, Music Unlimited[3].
The Movies application brings new intuitive ways to discover, manage and
play movie content, together with easy access to an extensive library of
blockbuster movies and the latest TV episodes from the Video Unlimited[2]
service.
The Album application provides seamless integration with the PlayMemories
Online[2] service, letting you access all your photos and albums from within
the Album app instantly and easily, wherever you are. You can even set an
automatic upload of your photos to the PlayMemories Online service to access
and enjoy from any your favourite Sony devices.
The Sony Reader app[2] provides seamless Reader store[2] access so you can
download and enjoy the latest bestsellers - it even lets you sync purchased
books in popular formats and continue reading from same page.
Xperia Z Ultra will include an exclusive free entertainment content offer,
including a free trial of the Music Unlimited[2] service (subject to
availability).
Ultimate performance with the world's fastest smartphone processor****
The Xperia Z Ultra features the world's fastest smartphone processor**** -
the Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor with HD voice, that together with Sony's
audio Sony's ClearAudio+ mode and Xloud loudness enhancement, delivers not just
exceptional speed and performance, but also unsurpassed voice and audio quality.
Battery STAMINA Mode significantly improves the standby time of your
smartphone by four times or more[1] as it recognises when you're not using your
display and automatically turns off the functions you don't need, while keeping
the notifications you want. As soon as you press the power button to wake up
your screen, everything is up and running again.
Built for business
The Xperia Z Ultra is the ideal business partner thanks to the super
responsive screen with handwriting recognition which is compatible with any
pencil and selected stylus or pen (capacitive stylus or metal pen with tip
diameter over 1mm). You can even write notes or sketches during calls so you'll
always be ready capture your ideas as they happen. The easy-toggle keyboard
makes it ideal for one-handed input and multi-tasking, with small apps to help
you improve productivity so you don't lose time browsing between windows.
The robust security architecture safeguards both your corporate and
personal data, with support for multiple accounts that are quick and simple to
set up. Further business oriented applications will be made available in future
as software updates, ensuring you get the best smartphone experience - whether
for work or play.
Ultra connectivity
With one-touch functions you can instantly and easily share music, photos
and videos from your smartphone to a wide range of NFC-enabled Sony devices,
including speakers, SmartWatch, wireless headsets and TVs. There are several
new and innovative accessories joining the range of popular connected devices.
The SBH52 is a dynamic Smart Bluetooth(TM) Handset that provides easy
hands-free call handling with a single press, while leaving your smartphone
conveniently in your bag. The OLED display conveniently lets you browse your
call log, view text messages, and see who's calling you. Use it as a quality
stereo music headset to listen to your tracks or to the built-in standalone FM
radio with RDS. Pairing and connecting is done simply by touching it to your
Xperia Z Ultra or other NFC-enabled device. And it's sleek, minimal design is
splash-proof, meaning you can now use it anywhere, in any weather.
The latest generation of SmartWatch, the SmartWatch 2 SW2, helps you keep
track of everything without taking your smartphone out of your pocket or bag.
The SmartWatch 2 is a truly multifunctional digital watch and phone remote [
] that lets you receive notifications, control your music, and connect with
one-touch NFC to your Bluetooth(TM) headset for easy call handling. The
water-resistant design makes it more versatile to use than ever and can be
personalised with any standard watch strap. Use it as a standalone watch or
with your smartphone. There are over 200 apps available for our first
generation and with an open API we expect new applications will be developed
quickly and easily for SmartWatch 2.
The Magnetic Charging Dock DK30 has an innovative magnetic pin that lets
you place your Xperia Z Ultra snugly in the dock using one hand, either with or
without the phone cover on. While your phone is charging, it stands at a
comfortable viewing angle easily allowing you to keep watching your favourite
movies even while charging.
Xperia Z Ultra features
- 6.4" Full HD TRILUMINOS(TM) Display for mobile powered by X-Reality
(TM) for mobile engine for the ultimate viewing experience
- Ultra slim, waterproof** and dust resistant (IP55/IP58) durable design
- Qualcom[m(R)] Snapdragon(TM) 800 processor with 2.2 GHz quad-core CPUs
and 4G LTE for fast performance
- Write and sketch with any pencil and selected stylus or pen (capacitive
stylus or metal pen with tip diameter over 1mm)
- 8 megapixel camera with "Exmor RS for mobile" sensor and HDR for videos
and photos
- Full accessory ecosystem for premium entertainment and connectivity
- Battery STAMINA Mode for outstanding battery life
The Xperia Z Ultra will launch globally from Q3 2013 (exact timing of
availability will vary by market).
For the full media kit and detailed specifications, please visit:
http://blogs.sonymobile.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Xperia_Z_Ultra_press_release.pdf
[*]Specifications verified by Strategy Analytics' SpecTRAX service, as of
24th of June 2013 the Xperia Z Ultra is the slimmest smartphone with a Full HD
display, for more information on Strategy analytics results go to:
http://www.sonymobile.com/testresults
[**]As of 24th of June 2013, outside of Japan, the Xperia Z Ultra is the
only waterproof smartphone with a Full HD display on global distribution. In
compliance with IP55 and IP58, Xperia Z Ultra is protected against the ingress
of dust and is waterproof. Provided that all ports and covers are firmly
closed, the phone is (i) protected against low pressure jets of water from all
practicable directions in compliance with IP 55; and/or (ii) can be kept under
1.50 metre of freshwater for up to 30 minutes in compliance with IP58. The
phone is not designed to float or work submerged underwater outside the IP55 or
IP58 classification range that may lead to your warranty will being void. Find
out more http://www.sonymobile.com/testresults
*** Display area available compared to smartphones with a 5" display or
smaller
**** Specifications of Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 quad-core 2.2GHz processor
verified by Strategy Analytics' SpecTRAX service as of 24th of June 2013, for
more information on Strategy analytics results go to:
http://www.sonymobile.com/testresults
[1]Based on testing done with default settings, default accounts and
applications for Skype(TM) and Twitter downloaded to the phone. The more
applications installed, the bigger the effect of Battery STAMINA Mode.
[2]Number of tracks available from this catalogue varies by country and may
be less.
[3]Sony Entertainment Network services are subject to availability by
region. Please visit http://www.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com for more details.
FOR MEDIA INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
For more information, images and videos please visit:
http://www.sonymobile.com/pressreleases, Sony Mobile Communications, Global
Communications & PR department, General Press: +44-(0)208-762-5858
SOURCE: Sony Mobile Communications
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