Sony models releases leading Xperia™ Z Smart phone in India

New Delhi, 6th March, 2013: Continuing its strong focus on India, Sony India today announces its feature packed flagship Smartphone, the Sony Xperia Z, in India at MRP Rs 38,990/-. The Smartphone, also referred to as the World’s First Superphone by some reviewers, packs the best of Sony technologies into one device. The Sony Xperia Z was launched by newly appointed brand ambassador and long-time Sony fan - Katrina Kaif, in the presence of Mr. Dennis van Schie, Corporate Vice President, Head of Sales & Marketing, Sony Mobile Communications and Mr. Kenichiro Hibi, Managing Director, Sony India.

Sony Xperia Z currently operates on the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean platform, and is packed with a host of exciting features and hi-end technology, including a 5” Full HD 1080p BRAVIA 2 Reality Display, Snapdragon™ S4 Pro quad-core processor, 13 megapixel fast-capture Cyber-Shot camera and 4G LTE. In addition, the Xperia Z features Sony’s legendary Walkman technology for amazing audio playback, a battery stamina mode than can help increase battery back-up up to 50%.

Water and dust resistance is another unique and interesting feature that Sony Xperia Z offers, which are very relevant to customers in India. To amplify wireless connectivity between different devices via use of NFC feature available on Sony Xperia Z; the company has a slew of NFC-enabled devices, including speakers, headphones and TVs. Sony is committed to driving NFC technology forward to enhance the user experience

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The Sony Xperia Z comes in white, black and purple colour. It will be available across National retail chain stores, Sony Center brand shops, muliti-brand outlets and distributors across India from 12th March onwards.

In addition to Xperia Z Smartphone, the Xperia Tablet Z will be available by May, ’13 in India. It is world’s slimmest LTE tablet and featuring a vivid 10.1” HD Reality Display, powered by Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2 that is both water-and dust resistant for the best ever viewing experience, it is matched with S-Force Front Surround 3D, and Clear Audio＋. The Xperia Tablet Z has superior camera capability with “Exmor R for mobile”, One-touch function, battery STAMINA mode, and Sony’s media applications for photo, music, and movies on the go. The price has not yet been announced.