Sony Xperia M2 - user opinions and reviews
- AnonD-290913
- Kxu
kimi, 16 Oct 2014I have this phone n i love it!! I have use it about month n got update on kitkat, just wanna a... moreIf you have both the choices ~ OTA and PC update, in my opinion is better to go thru pc via Sony PC Companion. Becos it's a major Android version update and the file size is large. Just make sure you follow the instruction closely stage by stage. Don't rush through.
The update truly rectified the rear camera software shortcomings. The auto mode has been improved and more.
Overall phone UI and apps open/close are fluid.
Go for it.
Yeah, just take note that the front camera remains a weak link in Selfie. Don't complaint abt selfie... it's already a known FACT.
- kimi
- KZ8
I have this phone n i love it!! I have use it about month n got update on kitkat, just wanna ask u guys, better update on phone or pc, n is there any problem after update it?? Seriously need help
- supun
- teq
can someone let me see some real indoor and outdoor shots taken by xperia m2 rear camera?? Thank you
- puiuus
- skE
Just applied that minor update (18.3.c0.40) to my xperia m2 kitkat 2303.This update made my phone faster than jelybean.Now it use less ram and it is more fluid.Awesome!
- AnonD-290913
- Kxu
jshjshjsh, 15 Oct 2014great man. i was planning to buy one this weekend. to know that the only fucked up is the self... moreEnjoy your new M2...
Also, its battery can last two days with moderate use.
- jshjshjsh
- GLP
AnonD-290913, 14 Oct 2014The update to Kitkat definitely improved the Rear camera software tweaks and rectified its ear... moregreat man. i was planning to buy one this weekend. to know that the only fucked up is the selfie camera makes me want it more. at least my friends won't use my phone for picture purposes lol
thanks for pointing out other things too.
we all don't need those water resistance shits if that would cost us even more just to fulfill our carelessness and lose our discipline.
cheers!
- AnonD-290913
- Kxu
AnonD-319587, 15 Oct 2014Im using Xperia m2 since from 6months. 2months ago updated software and in about my phone it'... moreIf you had downloaded the official firmware 0.31 version then it is the correct version for M2 Dual update to Kitkat 4.4.2
That's the LATEST at the moment, for your phone...
- AnonD-319587
- rKQ
AnonD-290913, 14 Oct 2014It's worthwhile to update to Kitkat. But, make sure you follow instruction closely if it is ... moreIm using Xperia m2 since from 6months. 2months ago updated software and in about my phone it's saying 4.4.2 and recently I got a new software update like 18.3.B.0.31 ... Whether my mobile s running latest kitkat software or anything else and how to update to kitkat Plz tell me the complete process...Thank you
- puppy vai
- PAX
we need upcoming xperia m3 or m4 of following features
1. same display (4.8 inch) but 720p resolution and not less than 299 ppi pixel density.
2. not less than 1.5 Ghz processor and 1.5 gb RAM.
3. 8.0 mp or higher rear camera and minimum 1.3 mp front camera and full HD recording.
4. slim size not less than 8.5 mm thickness.
*5. removal battery for minimum 2 days.
- AnonD-290913
- Kxu
Haban, 14 Oct 2014Front camera sucks... Phone is runing very smooth and goodDefinitely not meant for selfie ... LOL
- Haban
- 3V{
Mora, 14 Oct 2014Does the front camera is good...Does the phone had lagging or hangging issue...Front camera sucks... Phone is runing very smooth and good
- AnonD-290913
- Kxu
Dani, 14 Oct 2014Can I update my m2 D2305 to kitkat...Thanx for replying....!!It's worthwhile to update to Kitkat.
But, make sure you follow instruction closely if it is not OTA direct, i.e. update via PC Companion.
The main camera software will be vastly improved based on the Kitkat update. Also, after update some apps data can be moved to sdcard! That really a great change that helps to free up the limited internal storage.
- Mora
- KZ8
Does the front camera is good...Does the phone had lagging or hangging issue...
- AnonD-290913
- Kxu
bot, 13 Oct 2014hey sony when can i update the os of my m2 to 4.4.2 over the net, will it improve the front ca... moreThe update to Kitkat definitely improved the Rear camera software tweaks and rectified its earlier problem especially on the Superior Auto mode. Now it works very well with good pictures taken on reasonable lighting conditions. Worth the update.
However, my advice is please DO NOT have the blind hope and hardheadedness about this update could also improve on the front camera's capability. It's not true!
The Xperia C3 definitely comes with much much better front camera Selfie component (mind you, not VGA type of cheap compromises...) for proper Selfie.
It's hard to find a mid range phone with low pricing that could fulfill plenty of consumer wishes and this is almost the truth.
Except for this brand called Xiaomi... can do more with very low pricing. yet it doesn't claim to do everything we wish.
What intelligent consumers do is, before getting a phone, go read up relevant information and ask what's the top priority of a phone you target on, and, what you may compromise on. Then such consumers will surely be happy with what they get.
I have been using this M2 for a few months, and each time i think of maybe to trade it off to get a more "capable" phone or exciting technologies, and i end up keeping the M2.
Becos i could live without blaming on Selfie. And this M2 does most other things very well! With Kitkat. And i m waiting for Sony to unleash Android L to this M2.
Another example, for those who are so particular abt water resistence, then they will go for the high end Z series or, at least the M2 Aqua. But please dont waste the time of those who read this wonderful forum to seek for correct solutions.
This forum IS NOT for people trying too hard to prove their ego on Selfie issue...
So dont bother with egoistic comments... LOL.
If good Selfie is a must for you, then switch to other phone, don't place false hope on Kitat update.
Hope this explanation clears your doubt, good day.
- AnonD-290913
- Kxu
GH, 13 Oct 2014You are still trying to blame the camera issue on VGA?
How many countless phones, tablets, ... moreAnother foolish comment..,SOME people just can't accept what's hapening... IT'S just a mid range phone that has to make some compromises. LOL. No wonder Sony also dont bother with such complaints...
The only practical solution to this M2 issue ~ want good Selfie? Spend more and buy a phone thats meant for such hobby, with better front camera component! Got it? Dont bother the whole world trying to find out any answer that meets your taste and to prove something. Haha.
No time for these people really. LOL!
Oh yeah, my objective? To highlight that dont bother to waste whole world's time over and over again on an issue which has no solution...
- Damien
- KZ8
Does the phone had hanging and lagging issue and does the phone front camera is good or bad...Please Reply...
- GH
- kh1
jj, 01 Oct 2014i could use front cam easily without any problem before and after kitkat update, maybe its som... moreJJ, can I ask where are you located?
I ask, because every review I read about this phone does not mention any issue with the front camera not being functional indoors. But the only reviews I find are all out of the UK.
In fact, the review at techradar has the author posting a selfie for a measure of pic quality, and the guy is obviously indoors: http://cdn0.mos.techradar.futurecdn.net/art/mobile_phones/Sony/XperiaM2/Sony%20Xperia%20M2%20Review/Camera%20Samples/VGA%20Sensor.JPG
Now what I've noticed from reading this thread, is that all of the people that say they have this issue, obviously do not speak English as their first language, which means that they're probably from India, or Philippines, or Singapore, or another Asian country.
However, I've yet to read anybody from the UK mentioning they have this same problem. Which makes me wonder what is different between the two regions, when they both have the same model phone?
Software? Hardware? Firmware?
I live in the States, and the M2 was not distributed by SONY here in North America, so it's not like I can go to a store and test one out. But from everything I'm reading, something is terribly wrong with the front cam on the one released in Asia, which is just the weirdest thing I've ever heard of.
Those of you who have verified the front camera's usability indoors, please provide your location.
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