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Sony ST26i/ST26a manual Working with photos in Album

Models: ST26i/ST26a

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To change the size of the thumbnails in Album

•When viewing thumbnails of photos and videos in Album, spread two fingers apart to zoom in, or pinch two fingers together to zoom out.

To work with batches of photos or videos in Album

1When viewing thumbnails of photos and videos in Album, press and tap Select items to activate selection mode.

2Tap the items you want to work with. Selected items are indicated by a blue frame.

3Use the tools in the toolbar at the top of the screen to work with your selected items.

To activate selection mode, you can also touch and hold an item until its frame turns blue. Then you can tap other items to select them.

Working with photos in Album

You can edit photos in Album. For example, you can crop photos, associate them with contacts, or use them as wallpaper.

To zoom a photo

•When you are viewing a photo, double-tap the screen to zoom in. Double-tap again to zoom out.

•When you are viewing a photo, spread two fingers apart to zoom in, or pinch two fingers together to zoom out.

To watch a slideshow of your photos

1When you are viewing a photo, press and tap Slideshow to start playing all the photos in an album.

2Tap a photo to end the slideshow.

To rotate a photo

1When you are viewing a photo, press .

2Select Rotate left or Rotate right. The photo is saved in the new orientation.

To crop a photo

1When you are viewing a photo, press , then tap Crop.

2To adjust the crop frame, touch and hold the edge of the crop frame. When the squares at the edges disappear, drag inward or outward to resize the frame.

3To resize all sides of the crop frame at the same time, touch and hold one of the four corners to make the squares at the edges disappear, then drag the corner accordingly.

4To move the crop frame to another area of the photo, touch and hold inside the frame, then drag it to the desired position.

5To save a copy of the photo as you cropped it, tap Crop. The original uncropped version remains on your phone's memory card.

To use a photo as a contact picture

1When you are viewing a photo, press , then tap Use as > Contact picture.

2Select the contact you want to associate with the photo.

3Crop the photo, if required.

4Tap Crop.

To use a photo as wallpaper

1When you are viewing a photo, press , then tap Use as > Wallpaper.

2Crop the photo, if required.

3Tap Crop.

To edit a photo

•When you are viewing a photo, press , then tap Edit photo.

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ST26i/ST26a specifications

The Sony ST26i, also known as the Sony Xperia J, is a smartphone that was released in the latter part of 2012. It was part of Sony’s Xperia series and aimed at more budget-conscious consumers while still providing core features found in higher-end models at that time.

One of the standout features of the Xperia J is its design. The device includes a sleek and stylish exterior with a 4-inch TFT touchscreen display, boasting a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels. This display provides vibrant colors and decent viewing angles, making it suitable for casual browsing, social media, and video consumption.

The Xperia J is powered by a 1GHz single-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 processor, which was complemented by 512MB of RAM. While the hardware may seem modest by today’s standards, it was optimized to run the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich operating system. Additionally, the device was upgradable to Android Jelly Bean, offering users access to improved performance and features.

In terms of storage, the Xperia J comes with 4GB of internal storage, which can be expanded via microSD cards up to 32GB. This allows users to store a variety of apps, photos, and videos without hassle. The device also features a 5-megapixel rear camera with LED flash, capable of recording video in 720p HD. Although it lacks a dedicated front-facing camera, the Xperia J still competes well in its category for casual photography.

Connectivity options for the Xperia J are comprehensive, including 3G, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and GPS functionality. The phone also packs a decent 1750 mAh battery, providing a day’s worth of usage under moderate to heavy use.

Other notable technologies incorporated in the Xperia J include Walkman features for music playback, which were popular in Sony devices, and the inclusion of Timescape UI, enhancing the user experience by aggregating social media updates.

Overall, the Sony ST26i/ST26a Xperia J offers a balance of design, performance, and essential smartphone features, making it a worthy option for those seeking an affordable device that doesn't compromise on quality. Its combination of user-friendly technology and classic Sony design helps it stand out, appealing to a wide audience looking for an entry-level smartphone experience.