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Xperia arc S

Model number:

ARCSLT18ABA

Rated 3.7 out of 5 stars
Presenting the ultimate multimedia smartphone, the Xperia™ arc S. It features a super-slim design, state-of-the-art Sony screen technology, 8.1MP camera and the Android™ platform.

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Entertainment at the speed of delight. Featuring the Android platform and powered by a lightning-fast 1.4GHz turbo processor, the Xperia arc S delivers all the games, apps and videos, without the wait. Equipped with Sony's 3D Sweep Panorama™ technology, you can capture photos in 3D and view them on a 3D capable TV1. Measuring a mere 8.7mm slim, this lightweight smartphone also boasts an 8.1MP camera and has a 4.2" super-wide, multi-touch display. Access a whole world of Android apps and Google™ services and enjoy all the great features you've come to expect from an Xperia smartphone powered by the Android platform.

reddot design award winner 2011

No waiting

Get what you want without the wait. The Xperia™ arc S has a 1.4 GHz processor5 that gives you what you need – just faster. Start games. Download your favorite videos, apps and enjoy them in an instant.

Latest Android™ operating system

Enjoy all the features and preloaded apps on the latest 2.3.4 Gingerbread Android™ platform for smartphones.

State-of-the-art screen technology

The 4.2” super-wide multi-touch Reality display powered by Sony’s Mobile BRAVIA Engine™ technology makes colors more vivid, enhances contrasts and reduces visual noise.

Facebook® inside Xperia™

With Facebook inside Xperia™ you can see, share, like and comment on tracks and photos straight from your music player or gallery. 2

Slim, ergonomic design

The Xperia™ arc S is slim, at just 8.7mm3, lightweight and designed to sit comfortably in your hand.

Show it in HD

Share all your photos and videos you’ve taken in HD, on your TV via the built-in HDMI® connector (cable sold separately).

Shoot in 3D

Catch and shoot awe-inspiring 3D photos with Sony’s 3D Sweep Panorama™ technology. Select this function and your images will take on a new dimension to view the world in a whole new way when you connect your phone to a 3D capable TV.1

Customize with Android Market™

Choose from more than 250,000 apps on Android Market™ to make your Xperia™ arc S truly personal.

Super-sharp movies and photos, even in low light

Sony’s "Exmor R"™ for mobile camera sensor and f/2.4 aperture lets you shoot HD video and 8.1 megapixel photos, even in low light conditions thanks to its increased sensitivity.

Product Specifications

General

On-Screen Display

  • Language : English

Convenience

  • Alarm : Alarm Clock
  • Calculator : Included
  • Calendar : Included
  • Fitness Application :
  • Airplane Mode : Included
  • Geo tagging : 2
  • GPS : A-GPS; Google Maps™ with Street View and Voice Navigation preloaded2
  • Menu Options : Sony Ericsson Timescape™ application with Infinite Button2
  • Message Folder(s) : SMS, MMS, Email, Instant Messaging, Predictive text input, Conversational Messaging View, Sound recorder, Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®2
  • Speakerphone : Included
  • Vibrating Alert : Included
  • Remote Control Functions : Via Bluetooth®2.1 + EDR
  • TV Out : HDMI® support
  • Timer Clock : Self-timer

General Features

  • Supported Network(s) : GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900, UMTS/HSPA 800 (Band VI)/ 850 (Band V)/1900 (Band II)/2100 (Band I)7, Wi-Fi® 802.11b/g/n

Inputs and Outputs

  • USB Port(s) : Micro USB connector
  • 3.5mm Audio Jack : Included

Power

  • Battery Life (Approx) : Talk Time (GSM): up to 7 hours 25 min4,Standby time: up to 460 hours4; Talk Time (UMTS): up to 7 hours 35 min4,Standby time: up to 460 hours4; Music listening time: up to 37 hours4; Video playback time: up to 6 hours 25 min4
  • Battery Type : 1500 mAh, 5.6Wh, 3.7V
  • Charging Connector : Micro USB

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 125mm x 63mm x 8.7mm3
  • Weight (Approx.) : 117g

Audio

  • Music Player : Sony Ericsson Music player
  • Tuner Type : FM Radio with RDS
  • Format(s) Supported : MP3, 3GPP, MP4, SMF, WAV, OTA, Ogg vorbis

Display

  • Screen Size : 4.2 inches
  • Resolution : BRAVIA Engine™, 854 x 480 pixels (WVGA)

Graphics

  • Format(s) Supported : BMP, GIF, JPEG, PNG, WBMP

Memory

  • External Memory : 8GB microSD™ media card included6 (support up to 32GB)
  • Internal Memory : Up to 1GB6 (internal phone storage), 512MB RAM

Software

  • Internet Services : Android™ 2.3 Browser (based on WebKit)2
  • Gaming : Simulated 3D, Motion gaming
  • Operating System : Google™ Android™ 2.3.4 (Gingerbread)
  • Other Preloaded Applications : Sony Ericsson Timescape™, Sony Ericsson Home screen application, Android™ Market™, GMail™, Google Calendar™, Google Maps™ with turn-by-turn directions and Street View, Google™ search widget, Google Talk™, Google Voice Search, Google Gallery 3D™, Google Latitude™, YouTube™, Facebook®, Facebook® inside, Office Suite, Twitter™, TrackID™2
  • Processor : 1.4 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon™ MSM82555

Audio Features

  • Stereo Bluetooth® Capability : Bluetooth® Audio Streaming [A2DP + AVRCP]

Display Features

  • Auto Rotate : Included
  • Screen Color : 16 million TFT Color Capacitive Touch Screen

Hardware

  • Camera : 8.1 megapixel with auto focus, 2x smart zoom, aperture f/2.4, Sony “Exmor R” CMOS sensor, face & smile detection technology, face recognition, flash/LED, geo tagging2, HD video recording (720p), image and video stabilizer, touch focus, red-eye reduction, scene detection, self-timer, touch capture, video light, send to web function (photo and video upload)2
  • Keyboard : Onscreen QWERTY keyboard

Network Features

  • Bluetooth® Technology : Bluetooth® 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate)
  • DLNA Content : Included
  • Wireless LAN : Wi-Fi® 802.11b/g/n

Video

  • Playback : Video player
  • Video Streaming : 2
  • Format(s) Supported : MP4, 3GPP
  • Video Recording : HD 720p
  • Video Zoom : 16x

Product Profile

Support

Product Warranty

  • Micro USB Car Charger

    Micro USB Car Charger

    $19.99

  • Xperia arc Standard Battery

    Xperia arc Standard Battery

    $24.99

  • LiveSound Hi-Fi Headset

    LiveSound Hi-Fi Headset

    $59.99

  • SmartWatch

    SmartWatch

    $99.99

  • Micro to HDMI Cable - 4' 7

    Micro to HDMI Cable - 4' 7"

    $29.99

  • Micro to HDMI Cable - 9' 6

    Micro to HDMI Cable - 9' 6"

    $44.99

  • Dual USB Charger

    Dual USB Charger

    $24.99

ARCSLT18ABA 3.7 5 6 6
Dead pixel Love the product expect for the dead pixel. March 10, 2012
Best Smartphone In the Market This phone is not only hot in looks, but is also a very fast phone. But one thing that I was not told was that other earphones are not compatible with the phone's media services, and is only compatible with Sony Eriscsson brand earphones. This is a MAJOR con. February 26, 2012
Something is missing No accessories with cable TV connection (HDMI) January 20, 2012
Blame it on AT&T! What a huge disappointment to learn that our wireless phone provider appears intent on damaging SONY Ericcson's reputation and future in the marketplace. First, they refused to support Sony-issued Andriod OS updates on our previous Xperia 10 smartphone. Then when we paid a premium to buy an unlocked SONY android device represented to be compatible with AT&T 3G data service, the phone company went to great lengths to prevent our connection to their data system. Hours of heartbreak trying to deal with tech support. Finally had to move on with life and settle for an AT&T supported iPhone 4s 64GB that is quite nice but has only 60% of the Arc S's visual and tactile "sizzle". January 6, 2012
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1. Requires 3D HDTV, HDMI cable (at least 10.2 Gbps) and active 3D glasses sold separately.

2. Compatible data plan and local SIM card required and sold separately. Check with service provider for availability, requirements, support, rates and other details.

3. Measured at narrowest point.

4. Actual performance varies based on network, settings, environmental conditions and usage. Battery capacity decreases over time and use.

5. GHz denotes maximum microprocessor internal clock speed and may vary based on application.

6. 1 GB = one billion bytes. A portion of card capacity is used for system files and may vary.

7. This device is 3G compatible with tri-band HSPA 9850/1900/2100 MHz. UTMS function may not be available in US. Check with service provider for support.

Simulated images. © 2011 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony is a trademark or registered trademark of Sony Corporation. The Liquid Identity logo, Xperia, and Timescape are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB. Ericsson is a trademark or registered trademark of Telefonaktiebolaget LM. Google, Google Talk, Google Maps, Picasa, Android, YouTube and Google Maps are trademarks or registered trademark of Google Inc. Bluetooth and the BLUETOOTH logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Ericsson is under license. Microsoft and ActiveSync are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.

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