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Sony Xperia ion LTE
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Sony Xperia ion LTE

Released: 2012, January. Released 2012, JunePrice: About 210 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread), 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
CPUDual-core 1.5 GHz Scorpion
GPUAdreno 220
NFCYes
SAR1.05 W/kg (head) 0.57 W/kg (body)
SIMMini-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
Size4.55 inches, 57.1 cm, 2, (~63.1% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeLED-backlit LCD,
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
BrandSony
ModelSony Xperia ion LTE
PriceAbout 210 EUR
RadioStereo FM radio, RDS
SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps
Video720p@30fps
ColorsBlack, White
SAR EU0.87 W/kg (head)
Single1.3 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight144 g (5.08 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands4, 17
FeaturesLED flash, panorama
Internal16GB 1GB RAM
Released2012, January. Released 2012, June
Stand-byUp to 400 h (2G) / Up to 350 h (3G)
Announced2012, January. Released 2012, June
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP, EDR
Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 10 h (2G) / Up to 4 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions133 x 68 x 10.8 mm (5.24 x 2.68 x 0.43 in)
Music playUp to 12 h
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~323 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, A-GPS, GLONASS
Audio qualityNoise -81.7dB / Crosstalk -38.5dB
Battery (old)Endurance rating 31h

Sony Xperia ion LTE Overview

About Sony Xperia ion LTE Sony Xperia ion LTE is a discontinued device from Sony's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2012. Sony Xperia ion LTE has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 1GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3 , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Sony Xperia ion LTE can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Sony Xperia ion LTE?

The Sony Xperia ion LTE supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Sony Xperia ion LTE support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Sony devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Sony Xperia ion LTE void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Sony Xperia ion LTE will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Sony Xperia ion LTE run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Sony Xperia ion LTE.