Sony Xperia ion Reviews
Sony Xperia Ion Review at Engadget
Were we smartphone doctors, a prescription for an imminent Ice Cream Sandwich upgrade, an aluminum body-lite diet and maybe even some dermabrasion for that mucked-up, logo-bedecked front face would be in order. Also, we'd suggest counseling sessions for the bevy of conflicted Sony engineers that seemingly tossed the Ion back and forth, shuffling it between personas, cramming it full of counter intuitive specs and taking their sweet time (six months!) to do so. Of course, a heaping of that muddled design input came from AT&T, so we'd also set aside time for couple's therapy. Read more...
Sony Xperia Ion Review at Wired
Alas, the Ion ends up a mix bag: a phone with impressive internal specs, a top-notch camera and a beautiful screen, all wrapped in an outdated design and powered by an outdated OS. It isn’t a strong debut from the Japanese electronics giant, but it’s halfway there, and that’s at least encouraging. I’m optimistic about Sony’s next attempt. Read more...
Sony Xperia Ion Review at CNET
Sony's new $99.99 Xperia Ion offers some good features for its affordable price. The Android smartphone connects to AT&T's blazing-fast 4G LTE data network and opens the door to Sony's vast music and movie entertainment selection, not to mention the growing list of Android apps and services. But don't be fooled by its low cost; the handset is definitely a step behind today's flagship Android devices such as the HTC One X and Samsung Galaxy S III.
Even the Xperia's 12-megapixel camera can't hold a candle to the imaging systems on those high-powered gadgets. A better choice is the Nokia Lumia 900, which for the same price has a more attractive design and better camera. Also, since it's running the less-demanding Windows Phone OS, the Lumia can get away with providing snappy performance for not much cash. But if you're wedded to Android on AT&T, then I suggest saving up for a more capable device. Read more...
Sony Xperia Ion Review at PCMag
If your phone is your media hub, the Xperia Ion is your phone. While it isn't the best all-around smartphone on AT&T—that credit goes to the slimmer, sleeker and more powerful Samsung Galaxy S III—this phone offers unique benefits for anyone aiming to connect their phone to a TV. Read more...
Sony Xperia Ion Review at LaptopMag
Sony took its sweet time from announcement to availability with the Xperia ion, but you get a lot of smartphone for your $99. The 12-MP camera, HD display, and and 4G LTE speeds all impress, even if the processing power trails higher end devices like the Galaxy S III. Sony also sweetens the deal with easy access to its entertainment services and clever accessories. Unfortunately, the design is relatively heavy and bulky and the Gingerbread OS feels dated. If you don't need the latest and greatest OS, the ion is a solid mid-range choice. Read more...
