Description
Sony Xperia ion LTE Black 4G LTE QX, Factory Refurbished, GSM unlocked
Listed as the Sony Xperia Ion LTE Black 4G LTE QX, this Factory Refurbished, GSM unlocked unit is the 4.6-inch HD LT28 with the 12-megapixel camera and 16 GB of storage; the QX tag comes from the listing and is kept for searchability. Enthusiasts who want Sony's first LTE flagship and developers who need a 720p Android 4.0 test device are the buyers.
The Sony Xperia ion was Sony's first LTE smartphone and its first US flagship under the Sony name alone, launched in 2012: a 4.6-inch 1280 x 720 HD Reality Display with the Mobile BRAVIA Engine, a 1.5 GHz dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon, a 12-megapixel fast-capture camera with 1080p video, an HDMI output, DLNA sharing, 16 GB of storage with a microSD slot, and an aluminum body that won a red dot design award. It shipped on Android 2.3 with an update to Android 4.0. TG Wireless lists it Factory Refurbished for collectors and enthusiasts who want the first Sony-branded flagship, for developers and testers, for prop buyers, and for exporters who can place an early LTE Sony in markets with live 3G service.
Key specifications
| Model | Sony Xperia ion LT28 (LT28a / LT28at LTE variant) |
|---|---|
| Storage | 16 GB |
| Color | Black |
| Network status | GSM unlocked |
| Operating system | Android 2.3 Gingerbread as shipped, official update to Android 4.0 |
| Display | 4.6-inch 1280 x 720 HD Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine |
| Processor | 1.5 GHz dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon |
| Rear camera | 12 megapixel fast capture, 1080p HD video |
| Front camera | Yes, HD |
| Internal memory and expansion | 16 GB internal, microSD slot |
| Connectivity | 4G LTE and HSPA, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, NFC, micro HDMI out, DLNA |
| Design | Aluminum back, red dot design award winner |
Condition: Factory Refurbished
Factory refurbished units have been reconditioned to close-to-new working order. They are not brand new and may show light signs of handling. TG tests and grades each unit before it ships. Tell your account manager whether you need units with the original box and accessories or handset-only packs; the mix varies by lot.
Network and compatibility
The Xperia ion LT28 has an LTE data radio alongside GSM and HSPA, but it predates VoLTE, so it cannot place calls on US carriers now that 3G was retired in 2022, and T-Mobile's 2G GSM shutdown on August 3, 2026 removed the last fallback. Lock state is per listing; see the network status line in the table. The unit still works as a Wi-Fi Android device, and it exports to markets with live UMTS or GSM service where its band set fits; confirm bands for the destination before quoting.
Resale fit
- Collector shops and enthusiasts who want Sony's first LTE flagship in black.
- Developers, testers, and prop buyers who need a working 4.6-inch Android 4.0 device.
- Exporters serving markets with live UMTS service and matching band plans.
Ordering from TG Wireless
TG Wireless sells to the trade. Pricing is shown to approved dealer accounts, and your account manager confirms availability, quantities, and grade mix before invoicing. Orders typically ship within 24 hours of order placement by FedEx, UPS, or DHL, within the United States and internationally. TG Wireless's 12-month warranty applies, with coverage and RMA handling per your order documentation. Resellers with a valid resale certificate are not charged sales tax. The FAQ covers account setup and shipping questions.
