Sony's new Xperia ion hits Indian stores, priced at Rs 36,999

Sony has added another smartphone to its Android lineup and its first LTE handset - Xperia ion - that hit the stores on Tuesday priced at Rs 36,999 .

The Android smartphone has a 4.6-inch screen, 1.5GHz dual-core processor, 16GB internal storage, 12 MP rear camera and a 762p VGA front facing camera.

"With Xperia ion, we're bringing together a seamless experience across the multiple screens that we use to play, watch, listen, and share," Sony Mobile Communications Marketing Head Prasun Kumar said in a statement.

According to Sony's website, the latest smartphone has a stunning 4.6" 1080p HD Reality Display powered by Mobile BRAVIA Engine. Images are brighter and words are sharper, without having to zoom in.

With inputs from agencies