Wednesday 1 June 2011

Using the Sony Xperia Play on Long Trips

By Gareth Jale


Most people agree that it's important to bring a cell phone on long road trips. While it may be tempting to disconnect when traveling the open road, it's important to have your phone in case of an emergency. Your car can get a flat tire or break down in the middle of the road, so you will need a way to call for help. In fact, if you own the Sony Xperia Play, you won't even have to call for help. If you're a AAA member, download the AAA Roadside app and request assistance. You'll be able to see your view your card info, find the closest auto repair shops, etc. This make it so much easier for drivers to repair their vehicle on the road.

With the way gas prices are going up, most drivers are going to want the quickest way possible to get to their destination. Making a wrong turn won't just delay your trip, it can end up costing you money. Luckily for you, just as most Android devices, this device has one of those functions available. This app will help you with directions, give you free turn-by-turn driving instructions, show you 3-D maps, keep you updated on traffic, and help you search for important places, like gas stations and restaurants. You can even go and check out pictures of live images of streets and businesses. And yes, there are tons of mapping apps out there, but Google maps is probably one of the best ones out there.

But the best feature that it boasts is its ability to play. As long as you aren't the one driving, the Xperia Play will help you pass the time. The phone already comes with four games: Bubble Breaker, Astraware Sudoku, Solitaire and Bejeweled 2. Of course, if these don't find a way to keep you busy, you can always download other games to keep you busy. The top games out there right now are Angry Birds, Fruit Ninja, Robo Defense, Paper Toss and Words with Friends. Some of these games are free, and some go for about less than $3 each. But keep in mind though, if you plan on playing this phone a lot, you're going to need another battery or a charger to use on your vehicle. If you forget these accessories, the battery probably may not last throughout the entire trip.

This mobile device is also a good phone to listen to music. One of the most annoying things about road trips is that the radio stations are constantly changing. Lots of people don't want to keep switching and looking for a station they like. If you have music stored on your phone, pick up a AUX cable before your trip so you can listen to your music through your car stereo. If you're looking for a large selection for music on your phone, you can download some apps like Pandora, TuneIn Radio and Slacker Radio. Unlike regular radio stations, these will remain the same regardless of where you are driving to.

This is a great phone to bring with you on long road trips. If listening to music and playing games isn't enough to entertain you, you can also watch videos, surf the web, and play with different apps. It is a great phone to bring with you on long road trips. As long as you remember to pack your case and other type of accessories, it will be able to prove itself very useful when on the road.




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