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Sony Xperia tipo
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Sony Xperia tipo

Released: 2012, June. Released 2012, AugustPrice: About 80 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
CPU800 MHz Cortex-A5
GPUAdreno 200
SAR1.37 W/kg (head) 0.74 W/kg (body)
SIMMini-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size3.2 inches, 30.5 cm, 2, (~51.9% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeTFT, 256K colors
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
BrandSony
ModelSony Xperia tipo
PriceAbout 80 EUR
RadioStereo FM radio, RDS
SpeedHSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
Video480p
ColorsClassic Black, Classic White, Deep Red, Navy Blue
SAR EU1.62 W/kg (head) 1.30 W/kg (body)
Single3.15 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight99.4 g (3.49 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM7225AA Snapdragon S1
DisplayContrast ratio: 751:1 (nominal) / 1.166:1 (sunlight)
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 900 / 2100 - ST21i
Internal2.9GB (2.5GB user available), 512MB RAM
Released2012, June. Released 2012, August
Stand-byUp to 470 h (2G) / Up to 545 h (3G)
Announced2012, June. Released 2012, August
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP, EDR
Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 5 h (2G) / Up to 4 h 30 min (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions103 x 57 x 13 mm (4.06 x 2.24 x 0.51 in)
Music playUp to 30 h
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass
Resolution320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~180 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA
LoudspeakerVoice 65dB / Noise 61dB / Ring 71dB
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Audio qualityNoise -75.9dB / Crosstalk -79.1dB

Sony Xperia tipo Overview

About Sony Xperia tipo Sony Xperia tipo is a discontinued device from Sony's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2012. Sony Xperia tipo has a wide variety of great specifications such as 2.9GB (2.5GB user available), 512MB RAM with Qualcomm MSM7225AA Snapdragon S1 , 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 tipo 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 tipo?

The Sony Xperia tipo 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 tipo 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 tipo void warranty?

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

What Android version does Sony Xperia tipo run?

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