Verdict
The Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray's small display causes a few headaches when it comes to typing, but it's hard to fault any other aspect of the design. As a mid-range Android phone, it takes some beating.ony Ericsson is positioning the Xperia Ray slap-bang in the middle of the Android battleground. It lacks the large display of the Xperia Arc, yet boasts a surprising amount of the same internal tech.
There's an 8-megapixel camera with 720p video capability, as well as the fancy Exmor R for Mobile sensor, which is brilliant at taking photos in dimly lit environments. You'll also find that the Ray comes with the very latest version of Sony Ericsson's Timescape user interface, and sports Android 2.3 Gingerbread, putting it at the vanguard of the Android scene.
The Ray's biggest failing has to be its 3.3-inch screen. Its small size seems quite strange in this era of monster handsets like the HTC Titan and Samsung Galaxy Note. While the resolution is fantastic and the image pin-sharp, it's a display that's likely to cause large-handed people a massive amount of problems.
By keeping the screen small, Sony Ericsson has succeeded in crafting a truly pocket-sized blower, but there's a danger that many potential purchasers will ignore it in favour of a device that's more suited to adult-sized fingers.
If you're not dissuaded by the tiny display, then the Xperia Ray is something of a steal. The amount of tech included is stunning, and it's all wrapped up in a wafer-thin frame that will slip effortlessly into any pocket.
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