Sony Xperia M2 Dual
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Key Specs
Performance
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 -
Quad Core, 1.2 GHz -
1 GB RAM
Display
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4.8 inches (12.19 cm); TFT -
540x960 px
Rear Camera
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Single Camera Setup - 8 MP (upto 4x Digital Zoom) Primary Camera
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LED Flash -
1920x1080 fps Video Recording
Front Camera
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0.3 MP
Battery
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2300 mAh
General
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SIM1: Micro -
5G Not Supported -
8 GB internal storage, Expandable upto 32 GB
Sony Xperia M2 Dual Expert Review Summary
Expert Rating:
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Verdict
Considering that the Xperia M2 Dual doesn’t really have any killer features to boast of, and loses out on the specs race considering its pricing, it could be tough to pass a verdict. And from what we’ve seen, it does come across as a mixed bag, with its screen not being impressive enough and so-so snapper. There are quite a few competitors in the same price band for the M2 Dual, making things uncomfortable for it. If a bigger screen isn’t a problem, the Samsung Galaxy Grand 2 is worth a look, while the LG L90 Dual (review) and the Micromax Canvas Knight (review) are also quite compell...
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Pros
- Reasonable performance
- Supports 3G on both SIM slots, complete with Smart Dual capabilities
- Useful software and Sony`s Small apps
- Excellent battery life
Cons
- Sony`s OmniBalance design is now getting a tad boring
- Washed out screen
- Scratch-prone back
- No exciting feature
Specs at a glance
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4.8-inch, 540 x 960 display
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More of that OmniBalance design
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Pretty much all of Sony’s smartphones we’ve seen in the recent past have religiously followed the brand’s OmniBalance design, and the Xperia M2 Dual is no different. The same blocky design without any curves to speak of, the same glossy back (though it’s plastic in this case) and the same circular metal key – we wonder if it’s time now for Sony to come up with a different design. It’s not that we have any major gripes with this one, except that it doesn’t feel as ergonomic as it should. It looks elegant and clearly distinguishes a Sony handset from others. On the flip side, it’s now getting to be a tad boring and makes all Xperia phones look the same.
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The display is its Achilles’ heel
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Speaking about the display, that’s where the Xperia M2 Dual disappoints slightly. The 960 x 540 pixel resolution on its 4.8-inch display (~229ppi) feels a tad low, and translates into a little bit of visible pixelation.
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A feature-loaded shooter, but one that doesn’t impress
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The set of snappers on the Xperia M2 aren’t too flaunt-worthy in terms of specs – there’s a basic VGA shooter at front, while an 8-megapixel camera handles the primary shooting at the rear.
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Sony’s Jelly Beans on the plate
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As far as the software is concerned, Sony sticks to what we’re already used to with the Xperia M2 Dual. With Android 4.3 as base, the device runs Sony’s custom skin on top. We’ve said it before, but it’s worth mentioning again that Sony’s implementation isn’t as overpowering as some of the other custom skins out there. That said, everything from the lockscreen to the recent tasks setups have been tweaked.
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No rocket this, but fast enough for the daily grind
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With a quad-core Snapdragon 400 processor ticking at 1.2GHz and 1GB of RAM, things can’t really be super-speedy when it comes to pure performance. It may not be a rocket, but it’s no wimp either – so most routine tasks run smoothly, and multitasking isn’t an issue too.
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Verdict
Considering that the Xperia M2 Dual doesn’t really have any killer features to boast of, and loses out on the specs race considering its pricing, it could be tough to pass a verdict. And from what we’ve seen, it does come across as a mixed bag, with its screen not being impressive enough and so-so snapper. There are quite a few competitors in the same price band for the M2 Dual, making things uncomfortable for it. If a bigger screen isn’t a problem, the Samsung Galaxy Grand 2 is worth a look, while the LG L90 Dual (review) and the Micromax Canvas Knight (review) are also quite compell... Read Full Verdict
- Reasonable performance
- Supports 3G on both SIM slots, complete with Smart Dual capabilities
- Useful software and Sony`s Small apps
- Excellent battery life
Pros
- Sony`s OmniBalance design is now getting a tad boring
- Washed out screen
- Scratch-prone back
- No exciting feature
Cons
4.8-inch, 540 x 960 display
Read MorePretty much all of Sony’s smartphones we’ve seen in the recent past have religiously followed the brand’s OmniBalance design, and the Xperia M2 Dual is no different. The same blocky design without any curves to speak of, the same glossy back (though it’s plastic in this case) and the same circular metal key – we wonder if it’s time now for Sony to come up with a different design. It’s not that we have any major gripes with this one, except that it doesn’t feel as ergonomic as it should. It looks elegant and clearly distinguishes a Sony handset from others. On the flip side, it’s now getting to be a tad boring and makes all Xperia phones look the same.
Read MoreSpeaking about the display, that’s where the Xperia M2 Dual disappoints slightly. The 960 x 540 pixel resolution on its 4.8-inch display (~229ppi) feels a tad low, and translates into a little bit of visible pixelation.
Read MoreThe set of snappers on the Xperia M2 aren’t too flaunt-worthy in terms of specs – there’s a basic VGA shooter at front, while an 8-megapixel camera handles the primary shooting at the rear.
Read MoreAs far as the software is concerned, Sony sticks to what we’re already used to with the Xperia M2 Dual. With Android 4.3 as base, the device runs Sony’s custom skin on top. We’ve said it before, but it’s worth mentioning again that Sony’s implementation isn’t as overpowering as some of the other custom skins out there. That said, everything from the lockscreen to the recent tasks setups have been tweaked.
Read MoreWith a quad-core Snapdragon 400 processor ticking at 1.2GHz and 1GB of RAM, things can’t really be super-speedy when it comes to pure performance. It may not be a rocket, but it’s no wimp either – so most routine tasks run smoothly, and multitasking isn’t an issue too.
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Sony Xperia M2 Dual Specifications
General |
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| Operating System | Android v4.3 (Jelly Bean) |
Performance |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8226 |
| Processor | Quad core, 1.2 GHz, Cortex A7 |
| Graphics (GPU) | Adreno 305 |
| RAM | 1 GB |
Display |
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| Display Type | TFT |
| Screen Size | 4.8 inches (12.19 cm) |
| Resolution | 540x960 px |
| Pixel Density | 229 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 63.95 % |
Design |
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| Height | 139.6 mm |
| Width | 71.1 mm |
| Thickness | 8.6 mm |
| Weight | 148 grams |
Rear Camera |
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| Autofocus | Yes | |||||
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |||||
| Image Resolution | 3264 x 2448 Pixels | |||||
| Shooting Modes |
High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) Burst mode |
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| Camera Features |
4 x Digital Zoom Digital image stabilization Face detection Smile detection Touch to focus |
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| Video Recording | 1920x1080 fps |
Front Camera |
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Battery |
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| Capacity | 2300 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-ion |
| TalkTime | Up to 12 Hours(3G) / Up to 11.3 Hours(2G) |
Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 8 GB |
| Expandable Storage | Yes, Up to 32 GB |
Network & Connectivity |
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| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Micro |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported |
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 a/b/g/n) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi Direct, Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v4.0 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | Yes |
Multimedia |
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| Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Sensors |
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| Other Sensors | Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass |
Sony Xperia M2 Dual User Reviews
Sony Xperia M2 Dual Key Highlights
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8226 |
| RAM & Storage | 1 GB + 8 GB |
| Display | 4.8", 540 x 960 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 8 MP |
| Front Camera | 0.3 MP |
| Battery | 2300 mAh |
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