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Sony Xperia tipo dual
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Sony Xperia tipo dual

Released: 2012, June. Released 2012, SeptemberPrice: About 90 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
CPU800 MHz Cortex-A5
GPUAdreno 200
SAR1.28 W/kg (head) 0.74 W/kg (body)
SIMDual SIM (Mini-SIM, no dual stand-by)
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 dual
PriceAbout 90 EUR
RadioStereo FM radio, RDS
SpeedHSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
Video480p
ColorsSerene black, Classic silver
SAR EU1.62 W/kg (head)
Single3.15 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight99.4 g (3.49 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM7225AA Snapdragon S1
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsHSDPA 900 / 2100 - ST21i2
Internal2.9GB (2.5GB user available), 512MB RAM
Released2012, June. Released 2012, September
Stand-byUp to 350 h (2G) / Up to 360 h (3G)
Announced2012, June. Released 2012, September
Bluetooth2.1, EDR
Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 5 h (2G) / Up to 6 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions103 x 57 x 13 mm (4.06 x 2.24 x 0.51 in)
Music playUp to 36 h 30 min
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass
Resolution320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~180 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, A-GPS

Sony Xperia tipo dual Overview

About Sony Xperia tipo dual Sony Xperia tipo dual is a discontinued device from Sony's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2012. Sony Xperia tipo dual 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 dual 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 dual?

The Sony Xperia tipo dual 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 dual 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 dual void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Sony Xperia tipo dual 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 dual run?

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