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Is this the Sony Z3 Tablet Compact and new smartwatch?

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Prior to its launch at IFA 2014, an image of the alleged Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact and a new smartwatch from Japanese manufacturer Sony leaks online.

From the looks of the photo, the upcoming tablet from Sony will be waterproof and it still sports the omni-balance design of the Xperia range. Based on other leaks, the new Compact tablet is likely to have an 8-inch display, a Snapdragon 801 SoC paired with 3GB of RAM. It will come in WiFi-only and LTE-capable models.

While information on the new smartwatch is still half-baked, we can just say that Sony will be battling the new LG G Watch, Moto 360, and Samsung Gear Live.

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Sony introduces 2014 BRAVIA 4K TVs

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Following the initial launch of its 84-inch 4K TV a couple of years back, Sony adds five new screen sizes in the lineup. These Ultra High Definition TVs sport the company’s proprietary technology like the 4K X-Reality PRO engine, TRILUMINOS Display, and X-tended Dynamic Range PRO to deliver only the most immersive viewing experience.

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The five new variants come from the X9500B and X8500B series. The former is available in an 85-inch screen size while the latter is available in 70-inch, 65-inch, 55-inch, and 49-inch displays. Below is a list of their key features.

X9500B Series 4K TV

  • The reference standard in 4K Ultra HD
  • Immersive 4K Ultra HD picture quality with four times the resolution and clarity of Full HD 1080p
  • X-tended Dynamic Range PRO driven by direct LED arrays delivers brilliant picture quality
  • 4K X-Reality PRO picture engine for best picture from any source
  • TRILUMINOS Display for breathtaking color, clarity and detail
  • Motionflow XR 960 produces lifelike movement
  • HDMI 2.0 and 4K 60p with newly developed HEVC codec for support of future 4K content
  • ClearAudio+ Digital Sound Processing (DSP) with S-Force Front Surround projects clear vocals and wide sound range (optional subwoofer SWF-BR100)
  •  Built-in Wi-Fi for streaming connectivity, including Sony Entertainment Network
  • Screen Mirroring via NFC OneTouch Mirroring
  • MHL 3.0-enabled for mirroring second screens
  • 3D capable with 2 pairs of glasses included
  • Screen sizes include 85-inch class (85X9500B)

X8500B Series 4K TV

  • Brilliant colors, unprecedented 4K quality
  • Immersive 4K Ultra HD picture quality delivering four times the resolution and clarity of Full HD 1080p
  • 4K X-Reality PRO picture engine for best picture from any source
  • TRILUMINOS Display for breathtaking color, clarity and detail
  • Motionflow XR 240 produces lifelike movement
  • ClearAudio+ Digital Sound Processing (DSP) with S-Force Front Surround projects clear vocals and wide sound range (optional subwoofer)
  •  HDMI 2.0 and 4K 60p with newly developed HEVC codec for support of future 4K content
  • Built-in Wi-Fi for streaming connectivity, including Sony Entertainment Network
  • Screen Mirroring via NFC OneTouch Mirroring
  • MHL 3.0-enabled for mirroring second screens
  • 3D capable with 2 pairs of glasses included
  • Screen sizes include 70-inch class (70X8500B), 65-inch class (65X8500B), 55-inch class (55X8500B), and 49-inch class (49X8500B)
Sony compared their 4K UHDTVs against "Brand S" to show the difference in detail and contrast of the images.

Sony compared their 4K UHDTVs (left) against “Brand S” (right) to show the difference in detail and contrast of the images.

The 85-inch X9500 is up for purchase starting October 2014 and will retail for Php1.2M. The 70-, 65-, and 55-inch X8500B, on the other hand, will be available in August; while the 49-inch variant will come in September. We’re still waiting on the local SRPs for the smaller screen sizes so watch this space as we’ll update it once we have the details.

Update: According to Sony, tentative prices for the 70-, 65-, 55-, and 49-inch displays are Php320K, Php280K, Php190K, and Php100K, respectively.

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First photos of alleged Sony Xperia Z3 and Z3 Compact

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After releasing the Xperia Z2 early this year, reports suggest that Sony is already planning to launch an update to it. Photos of an alleged Xperia Z3 surfaces on the Internet along with what looks like to be the Xperia Z3 Compact.

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The photo above comes from Digi-wo, a Chinese forum that has a good track record with Sony leaks. It shows the display of the purported Xperia Z3 which evidently shows a resemblance to previous Xperia models and still makes use of its signature OmniBalance design. Beside it is the smaller, Compact version hinting of its arrival too — although that shouldn’t surprise us since we’ve been seeing mini versions of flagship smartphones these days.

According to previous leaks, the rumored Xperia Z3 is said to come with a Full HD display (1920 x 1080 screen resolution) with unspecified size. It should also sport the new Snapdragon 805 processor from Qualcomm that’s clocked at a speedy 2.7GHz accompanied by 3GB of RAM. Imaging-wise, the Z3 is equipped with the same 20.7-megapixel rear camera with f/2.0, ½.3 – type Exmos RS sensor.

It was also said to come with a metal frame coated with PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) that makes it more corrosion resistant, stronger, and scratch-proof than its previous models. Earlier reports point to an August release, but there is also a big possibility of seeing it during this year’s IFA event which will be held in September. Either way, we can safely expect a new flagship from Sony before 2014 ends.

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First photos of alleged Sony Xperia Z3 and Z3 Compact

Kevin Bruce Francisco Leave a comment

After releasing the Xperia Z2 early this year, reports suggest that Sony is already planning to launch an update to it. Photos of an alleged Xperia Z3 surfaces on the Internet along with what looks like to be the Xperia Z3 Compact.

xperiaz3

The photo above comes from Digi-wo, a Chinese forum that has a good track record with Sony leaks. It shows the display of the purported Xperia Z3 which evidently shows a resemblance to previous Xperia models and still makes use of its signature OmniBalance design. Beside it is the smaller, Compact version hinting of its arrival too — although that shouldn’t surprise us since we’ve been seeing mini versions of flagship smartphones these days.

According to previous leaks, the rumored Xperia Z3 is said to come with a Full HD display (1920 x 1080 screen resolution) with unspecified size. It should also sport the new Snapdragon 805 processor from Qualcomm that’s clocked at a speedy 2.7GHz accompanied by 3GB of RAM. Imaging-wise, the Z3 is equipped with the same 20.7-megapixel rear camera with f/2.0, ½.3 – type Exmos RS sensor.

It was also said to come with a metal frame coated with PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) that makes it more corrosion resistant, stronger, and scratch-proof than its previous models. Earlier reports point to an August release, but there is also a big possibility of seeing it during this year’s IFA event which will be held in September. Either way, we can safely expect a new flagship from Sony before 2014 ends.

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Sony Mobile announces Xperia T3

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Sony unveils a new member of the Xperia family. It is dubbed as the “slimmest 5.3″ smartphone”, this is the Sony Xperia T3.

The said smartphone boast a 5.3″ Triluminos IPS display with 720p resolution framed with metal but has a matte polycarbonate back panel. It follows the well-known OmniBalance design of the Xperia line up.

Sony Xperia T3 specification:
5.3″ Triluminos IPS display (1280 x 720 pixels), 277 ppi
1.4 GHz quad-core Qualcomm MSM8928-2 Snapdragon 400
Adreno 305
1GB RAM
8GB internal memory, expandable up to 32GB via microSD
8-megapixel Sony Exmor RS camera w/ LED flash, 1080p@30fps
1.1-megapixel front camera, 720p@30fps
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
GPS w/ A-GPS and GLONASS
Bluetooth v4.0 w/ A2DP
FM radio w/ RDS
NFC
LTE Cat4
Non-removable Li-Ion 2500 mAh
Android 4.4.2 “KitKat”
150.7 x 77 x 7 mm (dimensions)
148g (weight)

The Sony Xperia T3 will come in three colors namely white, black and purple with a global launch date from the end of July 2014.

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