Sony Xperia Tablet S

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| name = Sony Xperia Tablet S

| aka = SGPT13{{cite web | url=https://www.sony-asia.com/electronics/support/tablet-s-sgpt13-series/faqs | title=Questions and Answers about SGPT13 Series | Sony AP }}

| image = File:Xperia Tablet S auf der Internationalen Funkausstellung 2012 in Berlin 1 PD.JPG

| manufacturer = Sony Mobile

| family = Xperia series

| type = Tablet computer

| releasedate = US: {{Start date and age|2012|09|07}}{{cite news|url=http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/09/04/xperia-tablet-s-sony_n_1853316.html |title=Xperia Tablet S release |publisher=Huffington Post |access-date=2012-10-03 |first=Catharine |last=Smith |date=2012-09-04}}

| os = Android 4.0.3 "Ice Cream Sandwich"
Upgradable to Android 4.1.2 "Jelly Bean"{{cite web|url=http://www.techradar.com/us/news/mobile-computing/tablets/slimmed-down-sony-xperia-tablet-s-unveiled-1093847 |title=Xperia Tablet S unveiled |publisher=Techradar.com |access-date=2012-10-03}}

| weight = 585g (20.64oz) {{cite web|url=http://www.phonearena.com/phones/Sony-Xperia-Tablet-S_id7461 |title=Xperia Tablet S Specs |publisher=Phonearena.com |access-date=2012-10-03}}

| cpu = Nvidia Tegra 3, quad-core, 1.3 GHz

| storage = 16/32/64 GB

| memory = 1 GB

| sound = Internal speakers

| display = 1280x800 HD TFT LCD

| input = Multi-touch touchscreen display

| camera = Rear: 8.0 MP
Front: Yes

| connectivity = Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n
3G HSDPA in UK

| predecessor = Sony Tablet S
Sony Tablet P

| successor = Sony Xperia Tablet Z

| website = {{URL|http://discover.store.sony.com/tablet/#intro}}

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The Sony Xperia Tablet S is a touchscreen Android tablet designed by Sony Mobile as part of the Xperia series. It was announced at Internationale Funkausstellung Berlin (IFA) 2012, and debuted in the US on September 7, 2012. The tablet directly succeeded the Sony Tablet S, with a thinner and lighter design, a faster processor, and an improved camera. It is the first Sony tablet to be marketed with the Xperia branding and altogether succeeded the Sony Tablet branding.

Hardware

The Xperia Tablet S features a magazine inspired design similar to its predecessor's, but the angle is less pronounced than in the original.{{cite web|url=https://www.theverge.com/2012/9/24/3333106/sony-xperia-tablet-s-review |title=Verge Xperia Tablet S review |date=24 September 2012 |publisher=Theverge.com |access-date=2012-10-03}} It includes a full sized SD card slot, along with a proprietary Sony charging port and a 3.5 mm headphone jack. It also features an infrared blaster, which acts as a universal remote.{{cite web|url=https://www.engadget.com/2012/09/24/sony-xperia-tablet-s-review/ |title=Engadget Xperia Tablet S review |publisher=Engadget.com |access-date=2012-10-03}}

Sony advertised the tablet as "splash proof" with its multi-port cover installed.{{cite web |url=http://discover.store.sony.com/tablet/#specs/footnotes |title=Sony Tablet S: Footnotes |publisher=Sony |access-date=2012-10-05}} Sales of the tablet were suspended in October 2012 when it was discovered that a manufacturing error left gaps between the screen and the case, which compromises its waterproofing.{{cite news |url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-19845239 |title=Sony halts new Xperia tablet sales |work=BBC News |date=5 October 2012 |access-date=2012-10-05}}{{cite news |url=https://www.reuters.com/article/sony-tablet-suspend-idUSL3E8L52B120121005 |title=Sony halts Xperia tablet sales after defect found |work=Reuters |date=5 October 2012 |access-date=2012-10-05}}

Software

A modified version of Android 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich ships on the tablet. Some alterations include the ability to add multiple user accounts and control of the tablet's IR blaster. It is now upgradeable to Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean.

Variants

The Xperia Tablet S is sold in 16 GB, 32 GB, and 64 GB models. These are Wifi-only in the US, but 3G/4G models are available in the UK.{{Cite web|url=http://www.sony.co.uk/product/xperia-tablet-s/tab/editorialarticle2|title = Support for Sony products | Sony UK}}

Reception

Critical reception has been mixed. In his review, Engadget writer Joseph Volpe stated that the Xperia Tablet S "misses the mark in everyday performance." However, David Pierce of The Verge gave the tablet a 7.6 out of 10, concluding that it had "no glaring flaws."