Sony · Xperia Tablet

Xperia Tablet S

Released September 2012

A 9.4-inch Android tablet with an aluminium body, Tegra 3 processor, full-size SD slot and infrared remote.

Screen: 9.4″
Display: LCD
Chip: NVIDIA Tegra 3
Memory: 1 GB
Storage: 16 GB – 64 GB
Weight: 570 g

What reviewers say

Both reviewers like the distinctive build, screen and useful remote/Guest Mode features. Notebookcheck criticises Wi-Fi range and the cameras; The Verge finds the keyboard cover disappointing and questions the premium over cheaper tablets.

From notebookcheck.net and theverge.com

Specifications

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Display

Screen size: 9.4″
Resolution: 1280 × 800
Sharpness: 161 pixels per inch
Panel: LCD
Display type: TFT colour LCD

Performance

Chip: NVIDIA Tegra 3
Memory: 1 GB
Storage: 16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB
CPU: Tegra 3 mobile processor at 1.3 GHz, as listed on Sony's model specification page

Cameras

Rear camera: 8 MP
Ultra wide camera: None
Front camera: 1 MP

Battery and connections

Battery life (maker's claim): Up to 12 hours
Mobile data option: Yes
Stylus: Not supported
Keyboard made for it: Yes
Battery life detail: Maker claims approximately 12 hours video or 10 hours Wi-Fi browsing; approximately 5.5 hours for a full charge
USB-C: Proprietary multi-port for power and accessory connections; optional HDMI/USB accessories; SD, SDHC and SDHC UHS-I card slot
Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 3.0, according to Sony's specification page
Mobile network: Wi-Fi and 3G variants; Wi-Fi body weighs 570 g and 3G body 585 g; capacity availability varies by region
Keyboards: Optional cover with keyboard connects through the multi-port; no Bluetooth pairing needed

Design

Weight: 570 g
Thickness: 11.85 mm
Height × width: 174.4 × 239.8 mm
Water and dust resistance: IPX4
Operating system: Android
Speakers: Built-in stereo speakers
Microphones: Built-in mono microphone; stereo mini-jack doubles as a mono microphone input
Sensors: Accelerometer, gyroscope, digital compass, ambient light sensor, GPS and infrared remote control
Materials: Aluminium body with folded upper edge; 8.8 mm at the thin section and 11.85 mm maximum, excluding projections; IPX4-equivalent splash protection with covers closed and tablet standing upright, not immersion
Software at launch: Android 4.0 with Guest Mode and Small Apps
In the box: Mains adaptor

Storage options

Storage
16 GB
32 GB
64 GB

Pros and cons

Pros

Full-size SD, SDHC and UHS-I card support
Infrared remote with programmable macros
Optional keyboard cover and HDMI dock

Cons

Proprietary multi-port connection
Splash resistance depends on closed covers and is not suitable for immersion

Closest rivals

Model	Screen	Display	Chip	Memory	Storage	Weight	Released
SonyTablet S	9.4″	LCD	NVIDIA Tegra 2	1 GB	16 GB – 32 GB	598 g	Sept 2011
AppleiPad (3rd generation)	9.7″	LCD	A5X	1 GB	16 GB – 64 GB	652 g	Mar 2012
AppleiPad (4th generation)	9.7″	LCD	A6X	1 GB	16 GB – 128 GB	652 g	Nov 2012

Sources

Photo: sony.jp

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