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1265-9044, 1265-9041, 1265-9043, ST26i, 1265-9045 specifications

The Sony ST26i, also known as Xperia J, is a smartphone that exemplifies the blend of style and functionality. With its sleek design and compact form factor, the Xperia J offers an attractive choice for users seeking portability without compromising on performance.

One of the most notable features of the Xperia J is its 4.0-inch TFT display. The screen boasts a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, providing vibrant colors and decent visibility, even in outdoor settings. The compact size makes it easy to handle, perfect for one-handed use, while still delivering a satisfactory viewing experience for photos, videos, and apps.

Powering the Xperia J is a Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 processor, which ensures a smooth performance for everyday tasks. The device comes with 512MB of RAM, allowing for efficient multitasking, albeit with some limitations when running multiple heavy applications simultaneously. The phone supports 4GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD card, giving users the option to store more media and apps.

In terms of camera capabilities, the Xperia J features a 5-megapixel rear camera that is equipped with autofocus and LED flash, enabling users to capture decent images in various lighting conditions. The camera also supports video recording at 720p, which enhances the overall multimedia experience. For selfies and video calls, the front-facing VGA camera provides basic functionality.

The Xperia J runs on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, allowing users to access a wide range of applications through the Google Play Store. The user interface is customized by Sony, offering a unique look and feel with added features that enhance usability.

Connectivity options on the Xperia J include 3G support, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and GPS, ensuring users remain connected wherever they go. The device is powered by a removable 1750mAh battery, providing adequate battery life to get through the day with moderate use.

Overall, the Sony ST26i Xperia J is a solid entry-level smartphone that caters to users looking for a stylish device with essential features. Its combination of a compact design, decent display, and basic smartphone functionalities make it a suitable option for first-time smartphone users or those looking for a secondary device.

Contents

Xperia J Contents NeoReader application menu overview Calendar Alarm clockWi-Fi Virtual private networks VPNs Sharing your contacts Backing up contacts Imei number 112 SIM card protection Using TrackID technology results Status icons 120 Notification icons Setting a screen lock 113 Important information Applications Android what and why? Getting started AssemblyTo remove the battery cover To remove the battery To remove the SIM card To turn on the phone Turning the phone on and offTo remove the memory card Screen lock Setup guideAccounts and services SyncML account Google accountMicrosoft Exchange ActiveSync account Facebook account 14 15 Getting to know your phonePhone overview Charging the battery Using the keysBattery To charge the phone Battery LED statusImproving battery performance To check the battery level Reducing battery consumption with Power Saver Zooming Using the touchscreen To scroll Scrolling To go to the Home screen Home screenSensors To flick Timescape Share widget WidgetsTimescape Feed widget Timescape Friends widget Changing the background of your Home screen Notification light for social networking services To create a shortcut to an application on the Home screen Accessing and using applicationsApplication screen To open the Application screen Rearranging your Application screen Opening and closing applicationsRecently used applications window Application menu To open the Notification panel Status and notificationsChecking notifications and ongoing activities On-screen keyboard Phone settings menuUsing the on-screen keyboard Typing text To use the on-screen keyboard in landscape orientation To enter text using the on-screen keyboardTo display the on-screen keyboard to enter text To hide the on-screen keyboard To edit text in landscape orientation Using the PhonepadApplication bar Phonepad Keyboard and Phonepad settings Customising your phone Text input settingsAdjusting the volume Adjusting the sound settings Time and date Ringtone settings Phone language Screen settingsAirplane mode Formatting the memory card Using a headset with your phoneMemory Memory card Access Point Names APNs Internet and messaging settings Controlling data usage Data roaming Mobile network settingsTurning off data traffic To activate data roaming Call handling CallingEmergency calls Recent calls Conference calls VoicemailMultiple calls Rejecting a call with a message Call settingsBarring calls Fixed Dialling Numbers Forwarding callsShowing or hiding your phone number Transferring contacts to your new phone Transferring contacts using a PCUsing the PC Companion program to transfer contacts Contacts Receiving contacts from other devices Transferring contacts from a SIM cardTransferring contacts from a memory card To view your contacts Contacts screen overviewManaging your contacts Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application Groups Communicating with your contactsSharing your contacts Favourites To export all contacts to a memory card Backing up contactsTo send a contact To send several contacts at once Messaging Using text and multimedia messaging Text and multimedia message options To create and send an email message Using emailTo set up an email account in your phone To save a senders email address to your contacts To receive email messagesTo read your email messages To view an email message attachment Using email accounts To remove an email account from your phone Gmail and other Google servicesTo set an email account as your default account To set up a Google account in your phone To reply to an instant message with Talk Google TalkTo start Google Talk From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Talk Before you download applications Getting started with Google PlayDownloading from Google Play Clearing your application data To view permissions of an application Installing applications not from Google PlayTo delete an installed application Permissions To start PlayNow PlayNow serviceBefore you download content Downloading from the PlayNow service Calendar Alarm clockGetting organised To delete an alarm To edit an existing alarmTo deactivate an alarm To activate an existing alarm To snooze an alarm when it sounds To activate the vibrate function for an alarmTo set alarms to sound when the phone is in silent mode To scan a barcode Scanning with the NeoReader applicationNeoReader application menu overview To start the NeoReader application Synchronising with Google Synchronising data on your phone To set a synchronisation interval for a corporate account To edit the setup of corporate email, calendar and contactsSynchronising your corporate email, calendar and contacts Synchronising with Facebook To remove a Facebook integration account from your phone Synchronising using SyncMLTo set up a Facebook integration account on your phone To set up a SyncML account in your phone To remove a SyncML account from your phone To set a synchronisation interval Before using Wi-Fi Connecting to wireless networksWi-Fi Sharing your phone’s mobile data connection Advanced Wi-Fi settingsWi-Fi network status Wi-Fi sleep policy To rename or secure your portable hotspot To share your phone’s data connection using a USB cableVirtual private networks VPNs To disconnect from a virtual private network To add a virtual private networkTo connect to a virtual private network Search and address bar Web browserBrowsing the web Navigating web pages Managing bookmarks To add a bookmarked web page to your Home screen To bookmark a webTo open a bookmark To edit a bookmark Multiple windows Managing text and images Auto-fitting web pages Browser settingsDownloading from the web To auto-fit web pages Plug-in settingsTo enable plug-ins on demand Auto-filling text Copying media files to your memory card Using the music playerMusic Protecting your hearing To fast forward and rewind music To adjust the audio volumeTo improve the sound quality using the equalizer To change tracks To share a track Discovering related audio contentTo search for related content using the infinite button Overview of My music Playing music in random order Using My music to organise your tracksCategorising your music using SensMe channels Music player widget Playlists Using TrackID technology results Identifying music using TrackID technology To delete a track from the track history To start the FM radio Using the FM radioUsing your favourite radio channels FM radio overview Sharing the details of music you like on Facebook Switching the radio sound between devicesIdentifying radio tracks using TrackID Making a new search for radio channels To share details of music you like on Facebook To open the camera Using the still cameraTaking photos and recording videos Camera controls overview Adding the geographical position to your photos Focus mode Using still camera settingsStill camera settings overview Scenes Exposure valueMetering White balance Flash ResolutionSelf-timer Tag photos with details of where you took them Select the method you use to take photos Using the video cameraQuick launch Tips on using the camera Capturing method Video camera settings overview Scenes Using video camera settings Select the method you use to record a video Adjust the video size for different formatsPhoto light Video size Shutter sound Microphone Overview of Pictures tab Viewing photos and videos in AlbumAlbum tab overview Viewing photos and videos saved in the phone To change the size of the thumbnails in Album Working with photos in AlbumTo view photos and videos in grid view To view photos and videos in list view To crop a photo To zoom a photoTo watch a slideshow of your photos To rotate a photo Working with videos in Album Viewing your photos on a map To view geotagged photos on a map in Album To enable location detectionTo add a geotag when viewing the map in Album Overview of Map tab Overview of Online tab Viewing your online albums Playing video clips in Movies Playing files from Dlna Certified devices on your phone Sharing content with Dlna Certified devicesPreparing to play phone content on Dlna Certified devices Playing phone content on other Dlna Certified devices To give your phone a name Bluetooth wireless technologyPairing with another Bluetooth device Naming your phone Sending and receiving items using Bluetooth technology 106 To receive items using Bluetooth 107 Connecting your phone to a computerTransferring and handling content using a USB cable Transferring files using Media transfer mode via Wi-Fi Media Go PC Companion 109 To transfer content using the Media Go application Getting the best performance Using location services to find your positionUsing GPS Viewing your friends’ locations with Google Latitude Using Google Maps to get directionsUsing the Navigation application Google Maps SIM card protection Locking and protecting your phoneImei number Setting a screen lock To disable the screen unlock PIN To disable the Face Unlock protectionTo unlock the screen using a screen unlock pattern To disable the screen unlock pattern 115 To disable the screen unlock password Updating your phone Updating your phone wirelesslyUpdating your phone using a USB cable connection 117 To download software updates using a USB cable connectionTo update your phone using an Apple Mac computer To download the PC Companion application from your phone 118 Phone settings overview 119 120 Status and notification icons overviewStatus icons Notification icons 121 122 Application overview 123 124 To access the Help applicationUser support Troubleshooting Error messages My wired headset does not work 127 Recycling your phone 128 Legal informationSony ST26i/ST26a 129 Index MMS 130 Purchasing 131 132