# Sony Xperia U

> smartphone model

**Wikidata**: [Q261079](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q261079)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sony_Xperia_U)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/sony-xperia-u

Here’s the structured knowledge entry for **Sony Xperia U**:

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## Summary  
The Sony Xperia U is an Android smartphone model released by Sony Mobile Communications in 2012. It succeeded the Sony Ericsson Xperia ray (ST18i) and was followed by the Sony Xperia J. The device is part of the Sony Xperia series and runs on the Android operating system.

## Key Facts  
- **Manufacturer**: Sony Mobile Communications  
- **Release Date**: May 15, 2012  
- **Operating System**: Android  
- **Preceded By**: Sony Ericsson Xperia ray (ST18i) (released in 2011)  
- **Succeeded By**: Sony Xperia J (released August 29, 2012)  
- **Part of Series**: Sony Xperia  
- **Instance of**: Smartphone model  
- **GSMArena ID**: 4437  
- **Freebase ID**: `/m/0j641w6`  
- **Sitelink Count**: 15  

## FAQs  
### Q: What operating system does the Sony Xperia U use?  
A: The Sony Xperia U runs on the Android operating system, developed by Google for mobile devices.  

### Q: When was the Sony Xperia U released?  
A: The Sony Xperia U was released on May 15, 2012, as part of Sony's Xperia smartphone series.  

### Q: What smartphone models are related to the Sony Xperia U?  
A: The Xperia U succeeded the Sony Ericsson Xperia ray (ST18i) and was followed by the Sony Xperia J.  

## Why It Matters  
The Sony Xperia U represents Sony's early efforts in consolidating its smartphone lineup after transitioning from the Sony Ericsson partnership. As part of the Xperia series, it contributed to Sony's brand identity in the competitive Android market. While not groundbreaking, it offered a mid-range option with Sony's design language and Android compatibility, appealing to users seeking reliability and brand trust. Its release timeline also highlights Sony's rapid iteration in the early 2010s smartphone era.  

## Notable For  
- **Design Continuity**: Part of Sony's post-Ericsson Xperia series, emphasizing unified branding.  
- **Mid-Range Positioning**: Bridged the gap between entry-level and flagship Sony smartphones in 2012.  
- **Android Integration**: Demonstrated Sony's commitment to Android as its primary OS.  

## Body  
### Release and Lineage  
- **Inception**: May 15, 2012  
- **Predecessor**: Sony Ericsson Xperia ray (ST18i)  
- **Successor**: Sony Xperia J  

### Technical Specifications  
- **Operating System**: Android  
- **Manufacturer**: Sony Mobile Communications  

### Brand and Series  
- **Series**: Sony Xperia  
- **Wikidata Description**: Smartphone model  

### Identification  
- **GSMArena ID**: 4437  
- **Freebase ID**: `/m/0j641w6`  

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## References

1. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013