Sony LT28h, LT28i manual About the camera, Using the still camera, Camera controls overview

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Camera

About the camera

The camera in your device is equipped with the highly sensitive Exmor R sensor, which helps you capture sharp photos and videos even in low lighting conditions. From the camera, you can, for example, send your photos and videos to friends as messages, or upload them to a web service. Your device also has a front camera, which is useful for self-portraits.

Camera controls overview

1Zoom in or out

2Main camera screen

3Camera key – Activate the camera/Take photos/Record videos

4View photos and videos

5Take photos or record video clips

6Go back a step or exit the camera

7Switch between front and main camera

8Camera setting icons

9Front camera

To open the camera

•When the screen is active, press and hold down the camera key. To close the camera

•Press from the main camera screen.

Using the still camera

There are three ways to take photos with the still camera. You can press the camera key, tap the on-screen camera button, or touch a spot on the screen.

To take a photo using the camera key

1Activate the camera.

2Press the camera key fully down.

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Contents User guide Contents Walkman application About Movies Using Movies Calendar 109 Alarm clockAbout the web browser Support application 117 Recycling your device Important information 123Xperia ion User guide Getting started Android what and why?Overview To remove the top cover AssemblyTo insert the memory card and the SIM card To remove the micro SIM card To attach the top cover Turning the device on and offTo turn on the device To turn off the deviceAccounts and services Setup guideScreen lock Google accountFacebook account Battery Using the keysCharging the battery Your device has an embedded batteryImproving battery performance Battery LED statusTo check the battery level To charge your deviceReducing battery consumption with Extended Standby Mode Using the touchscreenZooming Marking optionsScrolling To mark or unmark optionsSensors Using the lockscreenTo scroll To flickTo take a photo from the lockscreen Home screenTo play an audio track from the lockscreen To pause an audio track from the lockscreenWidgets Rearranging your Home screenCustomisation options Changing the background of your Home screen Accessing and using applicationsApplication screen Opening and closing applicationsRecently used applications window Using small apps Application menuRearranging your Application screen Status and notifications To uninstall an application from the Application screenChecking notifications and ongoing activities To arrange applications on the Application screenTo open the Notification panel Setting your device from the Notification panelUsing the on-screen keyboard Settings menuTyping text On-screen keyboardTo display the on-screen keyboard to enter text To enter text using the on-screen keyboardTo hide the on-screen keyboard To personalise the on-screen keyboardApplication bar Using the Gesture input function to write wordsTo change the Gesture input settings Using the PhonepadTo enter text using the Phonepad PhonepadKeyboard and Phonepad settings Text input settingsEntering text using voice input Adjusting the sound settings Adjusting the volumeCustomising your device Time and dateRingtone settings Screen settingsLanguage settings Using Clear Phase technology Airplane modeUsing xLOUD technology Enhancing the sound outputMemory card Using a headsetSafely removing the memory card Formatting the memory cardInternet and messaging settings Access Point Names APNsControlling data usage Mobile network settings Data roaming Turning off data trafficGetting started with Google Play Google PlayDownloading from Google Play Clearing your application dataTo delete an installed application Installing applications not from Google PlayPermissions To view permissions of an applicationCalling Emergency callsCall handling Recent calls Voicemail Multiple callsConference calls Barring calls Call settingsRejecting a call with a message Forwarding callsFixed Dialling Numbers Showing or hiding your phone numberContacts About ContactsTransferring contacts to your new device Transferring contacts from a SIM card Transferring contacts using synchronisation accountsTransferring contacts from a memory card Receiving contacts from other devicesManaging your contacts Contacts screen overviewTo view your contacts To add a contactFavourites Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts applicationSharing your contacts Communicating with your contactsBacking up contacts GroupsTo export contacts to a SIM card To export all contacts to a memory cardMessaging Using text and multimedia messagingText and multimedia message options To start Google Talk Google TalkFrom your Home screen, tap Find and tap Talk To reply to an instant message with Google TalkUsing email accounts Gmail and other Google servicesGetting started with Email Using email To view an email message attachment To change email preview pane settingsTo save a senders email address to your contacts To reply to an email messageTo change the inbox check frequency To view all folders for one email accountAbout the Walkman application Walkman applicationTransferring media files to your device Walkman application overviewUsing the Walkman application Using My music to organise your tracks VisualiserGetting more information about a track or artist Overview of My music To update your music with the latest informationTo add a shortcut to a track To rearrange shortcutsCategorising your music using SensMe channels Managing playlistsPlaying music in random order When appears, tap OK to dismiss the warning To turn off the volume level warningWalkman application widget Protecting your hearingIdentifying music using TrackID technology Music servicesUsing TrackID technology results TrackID technologyUsing Music Unlimited About the PlayNow serviceBefore you download content Downloading from the PlayNow serviceFM radio About the FM radioFM radio overview Using your favourite radio channels Sound settingsIdentifying radio tracks using TrackID To identify a song on the FM radio using TrackID Camera Using the still cameraAbout the camera Camera controls overviewFace detection Using Smile Shutter to capture smiling facesUsing still camera settings Still camera settings overviewAdding the geographical position to your photos Self-timer ResolutionFocus mode FlashQuick launch Exposure valueWhite balance Metering Tag photos with details of where you took themImage stabiliser GeotaggingAuto upload Using the video cameraTouch capture Shutter soundVideo camera settings overview Scenes Using the video camera settingsVideo resolution Photo lightSelf-timer Microphone Tag videoss with details of where you took themPage About Album AlbumViewing photos and videos in the Pictures tab Album tab overviewOverview of My albums tab Viewing photos and videos in the My albums tabTo view photos and videos in grid view To change the size of the thumbnails in AlbumTo view content in list view in the Internal memory tile To view content in list view in the Camera albums tileTo view content in list view in the My SD card tile Working with photos in AlbumTo watch a slideshow of your photos with music To watch a slideshow of your photosTo rotate a photo To crop a photoWorking with videos in Album Viewing your photos on a mapOverview of Maps tile To enable location detectionTo view geotagged photos on a map in Album To view geotagged photos on a globe in AlbumViewing online albums Overview of online servicesMovies Using MoviesAbout Movies Overview of MoviesTo get movie information manually To change the sound settings while a video is playingTo clear information about a video To play a video on an external deviceVideo Unlimited About Video UnlimitedRenting or buying a video Video menu overview Watching a video from Video UnlimitedWeb browser About the web browserTo open the web browser Connecting to wireless networks Before using Wi-FiConnectivity Advanced Wi-Fi settings Wi-Fi network status Wi-Fi sleep policySharing your mobile data connection To use your device as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot To share your data connection using a USB cableVirtual private networks VPNs To rename or secure your portable hotspotPlaying files from Dlna Certified devices on your device Sharing content with Dlna Certified devicesTo set access permissions for a pending device To set up file sharing with other Dlna Certified devicesTo change the access level of a registered device To stop sharing files with other Dlna Certified devicesPlaying files on a Digital Media Renderer device Bluetooth wireless technologyTo view photos or videos from your device on a DMR device To play a music track from your device on a DMR devicePairing with another Bluetooth device Sending and receiving items using Bluetooth technologyNaming your device Transferring and handling content using a USB cable Connecting your device to a computerTo send items using Bluetooth To receive items using BluetoothTransferring files using Media transfer mode via Wi-Fi To connect paired devices wirelessly in Media transfer mode100 Connecting your phone to a TV set PC CompanionMedia Go About Smart Connect Smart Connect103 To edit a Smart Connect eventAbout synchronising data on your device Synchronising data on your deviceSynchronising with Google Synchronising your corporate email, calendar and contactsSynchronising with Facebook 106 To remove an Xperia with Facebook accountUsing GPS About location servicesMaps and locations Google MapsUsing the Navigation application Using Google Maps to get directionsUsing the Wisepilot application Viewing your friends’ locations with Google LatitudeCalendar and alarm clock Alarm clockCalendar To deactivate an alarm To edit an existing alarmTo activate an existing alarm To delete an alarmTo snooze an alarm when it sounds To set alarms to sound when the device is in silent modeTo turn off an alarm when it sounds 111Updating your device wirelessly Support and maintenanceUpdating your device using a USB cable connection Updating your deviceBackup and restore application Types of content you can back upPreparing to use the Backup and restore application Resetting your device Managing backup recordsAbout resetting your device Setting a screen lock Locking and protecting your deviceImei number To unlock the screen using the Face Unlock feature To set up the Face Unlock featureTo disable the Face Unlock protection To unlock the screen using a screen unlock patternFinding your device Support applicationRecycling your device 118 Settings overview Reference119 Status and notification icons overview Status icons120 Application overview Notification icons121 122 Important information Limitations to services and featuresImportant information leaflet Legal information124 Index101 125MMS 126Walkman application 127
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LT28i, LT28h specifications

The Sony LT28h and LT28i, also known as the Sony Xperia V, were standout models released in 2012. These smartphones were part of Sony's Xperia lineup, which emphasized multimedia capabilities, robust performance, and sleek designs.

One of the main features of the Sony LT28h and LT28i is their impressive display. Both models sport a 4.3-inch Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine technology, which delivers vibrant colors and sharp images, making it a delight for media consumption. The screen resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels ensures that images and videos are rendered in high definition, providing an immersive viewing experience.

Under the hood, the LT28h and LT28i are powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 dual-core processor clocked at 1.5 GHz. This chip, along with 1 GB of RAM, offers seamless multitasking and smooth performance for everyday tasks and applications. Users can run multiple applications without significant slowdown, making these models well-suited for both work and entertainment.

Camera capabilities are another significant draw for the Xperia V models. The rear camera boasts an 13 MP sensor with LED flash and features like autofocus, geo-tagging, and image stabilization. This allows users to capture stunning photos, even in low-light conditions. Additionally, the front-facing camera with a 1.3 MP sensor is perfect for video calls and selfies.

In terms of connectivity, the LT28h and LT28i offer a comprehensive range of options, including 4G LTE support, ensuring fast mobile data speeds. They also feature Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, which enhances their usability in various scenarios, from file sharing to navigation.

Battery life is a critical aspect of any smartphone, and these models do not disappoint with a 1750 mAh battery, which, depending on usage, can provide sufficient power to get through a full day. Sony included its STAMINA mode, an intelligent battery management feature designed to extend battery life significantly by limiting background data usage.

In addition to hardware features, the LT28h and LT28i run on Android, which provides a smooth and customizable user experience. The user interface is user-friendly and supports a plethora of apps available on the Google Play Store, enhancing the smartphones' functionality.

Overall, the Sony LT28h and LT28i offer an impressive combination of features, making them strong contenders in the smartphone market during their release period. Their balance of performance, multimedia capabilities, and design continues to be remembered fondly by users and technology enthusiasts alike.
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