Fujitsu ARROWS X LTE F-05D Waterproof 13.1 MP Android Smartphone Review:

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The high-end Docomo X-Series' Fujitsu F-05D (Japan) is only available unlocked in the States. Still, the long list of unique features intrigued us, so we took a closer look. Features include a 13.1 MP Camera, waterproof/dustproof/shockproof certifications, a biometric Pulse reader, Android 4.0, 4.3" IPS screen, Analog T.V., a Life-centric engine, and much more.... Amazon: https://goo.gl/KAATr8

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docomo NEXT series™ ARROWS X LTE F-05D
High-spec all-in-one smartphone supporting Xi LTE communications

ARROWS X LTE F-05D is a high-spec, water-resistant smartphone powered by NTT DOCOMO, Inc's ultra high-speed Xi ("crossy") communications network. The all-in-one smartphone is equipped with a wide range of advanced features, including a high-performance 1.2GHz dual-core CPU boasting unparalleled processing speed, DTCP-IP-compatible DLNA connectivity, a "human-centric engine" that delivers the ultimate level of convenience, and a high-resolution 13.1 megapixel camera that is among the top of its class of smartphones. As such, the new water-resistant smartphone is being positioned as the flagship model of Fujitsu's winter collection.

Background
Amid an expanding smartphone market, there has been widespread attention regarding the increased need for handling rich content, such as large-screen data-intensive video content, as well as support for high-speed communications services that can be used to easily download content and applications. With its quick-response touchscreen for speedy operations, ARROWS X LTE F-05D—which runs on NTT DOCOMO, Inc.'s next-generation "Xi" communications network—enables among the fastest response speeds for its class of smartphones. This, in turn, allows users to enjoy simple high-definition video playback, touch screen operations, web browsing, and mobile applications with unprecedented smoothness. 

Product Features
1. Slim water-resistant smartphone featuring a 1.2GHz dual-core CPU & Xi ultra high-speed communications. F-05D runs on Xi, a next-generation LTE communications service that delivers downstream speeds of up to 37.5Mbps. 

High-performance dual-core CPU & quick-response touchscreen
The handset is equipped with a 1.2GHz dual-core "OMAP4" CPU that boasts unmatched processing speed, thereby enabling high-speed operations. Through the optimization of its computational performance, the processor also offers low power consumption. In addition, F-05D includes a quick-response touchscreen that makes for a smooth and effortless user experience. With the smartphone's special surface processing, called Super Glide Coating, users can glide their way through the phone's touchscreen operations.

Slim 8.7mm form factor & water-resistant technology
Fujitsu has developed a slim form factor that, while 8.7mm at its thinnest point, incorporates all of the features users are looking for. Thanks to water- (IPX5/8) and dust-resistant (IP5X) technology, users do not have to worry about getting the handset wet when using it in the kitchen or in the rain.

2. 4.3-inch HD display & DLNA and other entertainment capabilities
The smartphone comes with a large 4.3-inch ultra high-definition display that supports a full spectrum of 16.77 million colors. As a result, one-segment broadcasts and video content are displayed in brilliant resolution. Furthermore, the smartphone's high-fidelity Dolby Mobile V3 engine allows users to enjoy video content that boasts gorgeous visuals and striking audio.

3. 13.1 megapixel camera among the top of its class of smartphones
The smartphone's 13.1 megapixel high-resolution and high-performance camera is equipped with an Exmor R for Mobile back-illuminated CMOS sensor, along with Fujitsu's high-resolution Milbeaut Mobile image processing engine. The combination of these two features enables photographs and videos to be captured in high definition. In addition to full HD video capturing, unlimited sequence photography mode, and other functionality, F-05D is loaded with entertainment-oriented camera features, including chrome key mode, "art camera" mode allowing users to select the presentation of the photo, and focus control. With "My Collection," it is also easy to index captured pictures and videos by location and subject.

4. Human-centric engine supporting busy lifestyles
The smartphone is equipped with an alarm clock system that monitors and analyzes the user's sleeping condition for the best wake-up call time; a 3D motion-sensor technology to diagnose the user's body posture; and sound control technology that responds to the noise level in the environment and the hearing ability of the user.

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