Sony Ericsson mobile roadmap for 2010

Mr Vautier of Sony Ericsson revealed more about Sony Ericsson’s mobile plans for year 2010 after the hiccups of Aino and Satio in 2009 in an interview with mobiletoday uk.

In the interview, Mr Vautier will focus on a very narrow, focused portfolio for the higher value segment.

Two of such products are the Xperia X10 and Vivaz. It fuses communication and entertainment with Timescape and Mediascape. It differentiates and help Sony Ericsson provide a better user experience for their products.

There are 5 key products to be launched by Q2. There will be a number of Walkman phones. There will be a total of 14 to 16 key devices in 2010.

On what platform will Sony Ericsson focus on, Mr Vautier said that they will Android, Symbian and Microsoft, underneath they will have their own OSE platform.

It remains to be seen how Sony Ericsson will use Mediasape and Timescape on Windows Mobile 7 as Microsoft wanted a unified interface across all brands running its OS.

In this video, you will see the prototype LG GW990 which is powered by MeeGo. As we can see it still uses the LG S-Class interface and seems not optimized as yet. Anyway, here is the video showing the two side by side.

Today HTC announces 3 new phones to its pool of  Android and Windows Mobile phones. The trio represents some of the first devices that really showcase the efforts of San Francisco-based design firm One & Co since it was acquired by HTC back in December 2008.

The first is HTC Desire. This phone was previously the rumoured HTC Bravo. Basically the HTC Desire is the Nexus One with a custom interface HTC Sense. It has the same specs as NexusOne including a 3.7″ AMOLED multitouch screen, 1GHz snapdragon processor, Android 2.1 running. Something that differ is the optical joystick that replaces the trackball that replaces the trackball.

 
HTC Legend

HTC Legend is an upgraded HTC Hero designed by One & Co. It goes for a softer and smoother design. The processor is improved and the display upgraded to 3.2 HVGA AMOLED. It also has the HTC Sense enhancements including  a Friend stream which provides all your social networking information at one place. Though similar to Motoblur, the difference is that it is not server based.

The third device announced is the HTC HD Mini which is a WM6.5.3 device, a smaller version of the HD2. It is of the size of the HTC Touch with a unique design. On the back, you can see the four screws that are holding the entire phone together.

It has a 3.2″ HVGA capacitive touch screen and comes with a 600MHz processor, other features include WiFi, 3G and HTC Sense.

Pricing and availability
The HTC Desire is expected to be widely available in Europe and Asia in Q2, and will be available in Australia exclusively through Telstra. Meanwhile, the HTC Legend will be available in Europe through Vodafone starting in April and will then roll out to other markets, including Asia in early Q2. The HTC HD Mini will ship in Europe and Asia in April.

Pricing was not revealed at this time and neither was North American availability. Actually, all three devices only support the 900/2100MHz 3G bands, so it looks like we’re going to have to wait our turn.

Interested users who wants to get a first hand view of the Windows 7 phone series. Check out this video.

At the launch event held earlier, Microsoft showed a video clip demonstrating the features of the phone. They emphasised about their multitasking capability which is lacking on the iPhone.

In addition to that, Microsoft joins Apple, Android with a 4 point multitouch system on capactive touch screens for all its Windows Phone 7 series powered phones.

In the Q&A session, Microsoft is asked about its support Flash video on its handsets. The answer is No but they have no objections (unlike Apple) about having Adobe Flash to be run on its phones.

In another question about customised UI, Microsoft made it clear that the OS is extensible. Different handset makers customised their own UI due to competition, but Windows Phone 7 Series UI will be consistent for all vendors. ( I am just wondering will HTC abadon HTC sense for this) ?

Read our earlier tweets for more information

For those who missed our live reporting of the Launch event of Microsoft Phone 7 Series, below is a recap of the updates from latest to oldest. The official press release can be read here. Attached below are also pictures of the event. see gallery below

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BARCELONA, Spain — Feb. 15, 2010 — Today at Mobile World Congress 2010, Microsoft Corp. CEO Steve Ballmer unveiled the next generation of Windows® Phones, Windows Phone 7 Series. With this new platform, Microsoft offers a fresh approach to phone software, distinguished by smart design and truly integrated experiences that bring to the surface the content people care about from the Web and applications. For the first time ever, Microsoft will bring together Xbox LIVE games and the Zune music and video experience on a mobile phone, exclusively on Windows Phone 7 Series. Partners have already started building phones; customers will be able to purchase the first phones in stores by holiday 2010.

“Today, I’m proud to introduce Windows Phone 7 Series, the next generation of Windows Phones,” said Steve Ballmer, chief executive officer at Microsoft. “In a crowded market filled with phones that look the same and do the same things, I challenged the team to deliver a different kind of mobile experience. Windows Phone 7 Series marks a turning point toward phones that truly reflect the speed of people’s lives and their need to connect to other people and all kinds of seamless experiences.”

Designed for Life in Motion

With Windows Phone 7 Series, Microsoft takes a fundamentally different approach to phone software. Smart design begins with a new, holistic design system that informs every aspect of the phone, from its visually appealing layout and motion to its function and hardware integration. On the Start screen, dynamically updated “live tiles” show users real-time content directly, breaking the mold of static icons that serve as an intermediate step on the way to an application. Create a tile of a friend, and the user gains a readable, up-to-date view of a friend’s latest pictures and posts, just by glancing at Start.

Every Windows Phone 7 Series phone will come with a dedicated hardware button for Bing, providing one-click access to search from anywhere on the phone, while a special implementation of Bing search provides intent-specific results, delivering the most relevant Web or local results, depending on the type of query.

Windows Phone 7 Series creates an unrivaled set of integrated experiences on a phone through Windows Phone hubs. Hubs bring together related content from the Web, applications and services into a single view to simplify common tasks. Windows Phone 7 Series includes six hubs built on specific themes reflecting activities that matter most to people:

• People. This hub delivers an engaging social experience by bringing together relevant content based on the person, including his or her live feeds from social networks and photos. It also provides a central place from which to post updates to Facebook and Windows Live in one step.

• Pictures. This hub makes it easy to share pictures and video to a social network in one step. Windows Phone 7 Series also brings together a user’s photos by integrating with the Web and PC, making the phone the ideal place to view a person’s entire picture and video collection.

• Games. This hub delivers the first and only official Xbox LIVE experience on a phone, including Xbox LIVE games, Spotlight feed and the ability to see a gamer’s avatar, Achievements and gamer profile. With more than 23 million active members around the world, Xbox LIVE unlocks a world of friends, games and entertainment on Xbox 360, and now also on Windows Phone 7 Series.

• Music + Video. This hub creates an incredible media experience that brings the best of Zune, including content from a user’s PC, online music services and even a built-in FM radio into one simple place that is all about music and video. Users can turn their media experience into a social one with Zune Social on a PC and share their media recommendations with like-minded music lovers. The playback experience is rich and easy to navigate, and immerses the listener in the content.

• Marketplace. This hub allows the user to easily discover and load the phone with certified applications and games.

• Office. This hub brings the familiar experience of the world’s leading productivity software to the Windows Phone. With access to Office, OneNote and SharePoint Workspace all in one place, users can easily read, edit and share documents. With the additional power of Outlook Mobile, users stay productive and up to date while on the go.

Availability

Partners from around the world have committed to include Windows Phone 7 Series in their portfolio plans. They include mobile operators AT&T, Deutsche Telekom AG, Orange, SFR, Sprint, Telecom Italia, Telefónica, Telstra, T-Mobile USA, Verizon Wireless and Vodafone, and manufacturers Dell, Garmin-Asus, HTC Corp., HP, LG, Samsung, Sony Ericsson, Toshiba and Qualcomm Inc. The first phones will be available by holiday 2010. Customers who would like to receive additional information about Windows Phone 7 Series and be notified when it is available can register at http://www.windowsphone7series.com.

Steve Ballmer to Host Windows Phone Press Conference at MWC

Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer will host a press conference at Mobile World Congress 2010. Watch the live Webcast here on Feb. 15 starting at 10pm SGT/HKT/, 11pm JPT, 6 a.m. PST/3 p.m. CET.

Watch it LIVE here

OCWorkbench will be following the developements and news from MWC2010. You can catch our news on our main news page at main site , our forum at this link, on twitter, Facebook

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According to news from eprice, it is said that the upcoming Windows Mobile 7 would have free navigation software bundled in. Whether it is true remains to be seen.

Anyway, Microsoft seems to be very aggressive with their push of Windows Mobile 7 in World Mobile Congress to be held tomorrow in Barcelona, Spain.

Here is a picture of Microsoft showing its new slogan “Windows Phone, Ready Set”

Samsung has put up teasers on the web asking users to guess about their new phone. Similar to CommunicAsia held in Singapore last year. The Samsung Unpack site has not put up too much information about the upcoming phone. From the pictures, it can be easily guess that it has something to do with Ocean (which is bada in Korean) as there were pictures indicating the sea shore and a ship navigating through the sea.

In addition, there is also speculations that Samsung will showcase a new Omnia phone with Windows Mobile 7. So far, there are no indications that they will showcase any new Android phones at MWC 2010 but we might be wrong. No one knows exactly what Samsung will launch till 14 Feb 2010.

Below is a video of the just announced Sony Ericsson Aspen. Check it out before it goes on sale.

02 February 2010

• Latest addition to GreenHeart™ portfolio now allows consumers and companies to make a green choice on their Windows Phone
• Office at your fingertips with the latest version of Windows Phone
• Maximised message experience with QWERTY keyboard and finger friendly touch
• Have fun with Media Browser and PlayNow™

February 2, London, UK – Today sees the announcement of Sony Ericsson Aspen™, the business mobile phone with green credentials at its core. The newest edition to the successful Sony Ericsson GreenHeart™ portfolio, Sony Ericsson Aspen™, allows easy multi-tasking combining the touch experience and a real QWERTY keyboard. Organise and adapt panels to change during the day and use Slide View for quick access to common features.

With Sony Ericsson Aspen™, view and edit office files easily and comfortably with one touch operation, or just access the internet in one click. The QWERTY keyboard is made for fast and easy typing. Simple email set up allows for a maximized messaging experience on the go. Secure the phone’s contents through the Microsoft MyPhone service, which remotely erases phone data when the handset is lost or stolen.

“Sony Ericsson Aspen™ is the business phone with a conscience, perfect for any consumer or company who want to make a green choice in their daily work life.” Said Quentin Cordier, Global Marketing Manager, Sony Ericsson. “An affordable GreenHeart™ phone with the latest version of Windows Phone, the Sony Ericsson Aspen™ has a rich user interface and powerful productivity tools. But it’s not all about work, stay in touch with the fun parts of life with Media Browser and PlayNow ™, with simple access to social networks and quick and easy access to media files. Find the fun with a-GPS, Google Maps™ and snap pictures with the 3.2megapixel camera.”

Sony Ericsson Aspen™

• Modern office at your fingertips – latest version of Windows Phone
• Easy multi-tasking – Sony Ericsson Slide View and customisable panels
• Maximised message experience – QWERTY keyboard and finger friendly touch experience
• GreenHeart™ – for a greener choice
• Stay in touch with the fun parts of life – access fun applications at PlayNow™ such as games and new music
• Media browser – access music, photos and videos
• Social network tool (Windows Live™ Messenger, Facebook™)
• Human curvature design – fits into the palm of the hand

Sony Ericsson Aspen™ supports HSPA 900/2100 and EDGE 850/900/1800/1900, HSPA 850/900/2100 and EDGE 850/900/1800/1900.

Sony Ericsson Aspen™ will be available in selected markets from Q2 in the colours Iconic Black and White Silver.

Create your own phone booth with optional extra Bluetooth™ Noise Shield Handsfree VH700 and charge your phone the eco-friendly way with the Energy Saving Mini-Charger EP800.

Log on to The Sony Ericsson Product Blog for more information: http://blogs.sonyericsson.com/products

Sony Ericsson Aspen™

Camera

• 3.2 megapixel camera
• 4x digital zoom
• Multishot
• Self timer
• Smart contrast

Music

• Album art
• Bluetooth™ stereo (A2DP)
• Equalizer
• Sony Ericsson media player
• Music tones (MP3/AAC)
• PlayNow™
• Stereo speakers
• Windows Media® Player Mobile

Web

• Bookmarks
• Google™ search
• Internet Explorer® Mobile
• Pan & zoom
• Web feeds

Voice

• Polyphonic ringtones
• Speakerphone
• Vibrating alert

Messaging

• Email
• Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync®
• Handwriting recognition
• Instant messaging
• Picture messaging (MMS)
• Predictive text input
• Text messaging (SMS)

Design

• Auto rotate
• Media browser
• Picture wallpaper
• Full keyboard
• Touchscreen
• Wallpaper animation
• Windows Phone®

Entertainment

• 3D games
• Facebook™
• FM radio with RDS
• Java™
• Skype™
• Video streaming
• Video viewing
• YouTube™

Organiser

• Adobe® PDF Reader
• Alarm clock
• Calculator
• Calendar
• Flight mode
• Microsoft Office® Mobile
• Notes
• Outlook® Mobile
• Phone book
• Stopwatch
• Tasks

Connectivity

• 3.5 mm audio jack
• A-GPS
• Bluetooth™ technology
• Google Maps™
• Micro USB connector
• Modem
• Synchronisation
• USB mass storage support
• USB support
• Wi-Fi™

Applications and panels

• SPB Mobile Shell 3.0 (Professional)
• SPB Mobile Shell 3.0 (Lifestyle)
• SEMC Greenheart Panel
• Microsoft Today
• Facebook™
• Panel Manager
• SlideView
• Google Maps Latitude
• Google Mobile Application
• Send My Location
• Unified Search Application
• SPB Traveler and Weather combo
• Skype
• YouTube™ panel
• Communication City/Day
• Communication City/Night
• CNN
• On-The-Road Panel
• Windows® Live
• Twitter
• Gokivo Weather Panel
• Eco mate application

GreenHeart™ indentity

• GreenHeart™ panel
• Power saving mode
• Eco mate application
• E-manual
• Waterborne painting
• Recycle materials (Green charger, Green PHF, Green Box.

Screen

• 65,536 colour TFT
• 2.4 inches
• 240 x 320 pixels (QVGA)

Accessories

• In-Box:
• Sony Ericsson Aspen™
• Battery
• Green charger
• HPM-60J GreenHeart™ Stereo portable handsfree
• 3.5mm jack
• Micro USB cable
• E-manual

• Optional:
• Bluetooth™ Noise Shield Handsfree VH700
• Dual connect charger
• 4GB MicroSD card
• Car charger

Facts

• Size: 117 x 60 x 12.45 mm
• Weight: 130 grams

• Memory card support: SanDisk microSD™, up to 16 GB

• Operating system: Windows Mobile® 6.5.3

• Talk time GSM/GPRS: Up to 10 hours
• Standby time: GSM/GPRS: Up to 450hrs

• Talk time UMTS: Up to 8 hours
• Standby time: UMTS: Up to 600 hrsMusic listening  time: Up to 12hrs

Availability and versions

• Networks

• UMTS HSPA 900/2100
• GSM GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900

• UMTS HSPA 850/900/2100
• GSM GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900

• Available in selected markets in Q2 2010

Colour

• Iconic Black
• White Silver

Samsung demonstrates Samsung App Store.

We first saw the Omnia Pro B7610 at CommunicAsia 2009 held in Singapore last year. It was one of the first QWERTY keyboard phone in the market. Compared to most other QWERTY keyboard based solutions, the Omnia Pro B7610 can be said to have the larger and spacious layout of the keyboard for easy test entry.

Complimenting the keyboard is the 3.5″ touchscreen display that has a resolution of 800 x 480 (WVGA) and is of the AMOLED display. It reproduces very good black and colours. Powered by the Windows Mobile 6.5, it’s central processor runs at an amazing speed of 800MHz, just 200MHz slower than the SnapDragon variants.

So, is the phone responsive and what does it offer and lack ? Read our review to find out more.

http://www.ocworkbench.com/2010/SAMSUNG/Samsung-Omnia-Pro-B7610-Review/p1.htm

We first saw the Omnia Pro B7610 at CommunicAsia 2009 held in Singapore last year. It was one of the first QWERTY keyboard phone in the market. Compared to most other QWERTY keyboard based solutions, the Omnia Pro B7610 can be said to have the larger and spacious layout of the keyboard for easy test entry.

Complimenting the keyboard is the 3.5″ touchscreen display that has a resolution of 800 x 480 (WVGA) and is of the AMOLED display. It reproduces very good black and colours. Powered by the Windows Mobile 6.5, it’s central processor runs at an amazing speed of 800MHz, just 200MHz slower than the SnapDragon variants.

So, is the phone responsive and what does it offer and lack ? Read our review to find out more.

http://www.ocworkbench.com/2010/SAMSUNG/Samsung-Omnia-Pro-B7610-Review/p1.htm

The B7610 then is a Windows Mobile 6.5 professional handset with a sliding QWERTY keyboard. Similar in size and design to the HTC Touch Pro2. The B7610 though has a 3.5″ 480×800 AMOLED display. Samsung B7610 has 4 rows of keys which are well spaced and easy to type.

In the multimedia department, this phone is equipped with a 5 mega pixel camera which takes excellent pictures even under low light. You can also enjoy your divx video playback on this relatively large screen of 3.5″. B7610 also comes with an instant button that allows you to switch between WORK or LIFE. WORK would be a quite business oriented interface with emphasis on emails, schedules on the main home page while LIFE would be 3 pages of customisable screens with widgets for you to add on the screen.

Here is the unboxing video in HD

Here are the basic specifications of the phone

Samsung Omnia Pro B7610 Specification:

•Operating System – Windows Mobile 6.5
•Processor – 800 MHz
•Memory – 1GB Internal
•Display – AMOLED resistive touchscreen, 16M colours, 800 x 480 pixels, 3.5 inches
•GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
•3G Network HSDPA 900 / 2100
•3G HSDPA 3.6 Mbps
•WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, DLNA
•Bluetooth v2.0 with A2DP
•MicroUSB
•GPS – Integrated with A-GPS
•MicroSD up to 32GB
•DivX/XviD/MPEG4/3gp/H.263/H.264 player
•TV Out
•Stereo FM Radio with RDS
•Camera – 5 MP, 2592 x 1944 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
•Battery – Standard battery, Li-Ion 1500 mAh
•Dimensions – 112.6 x 57.8 x 16.2 mm
•Weight – 159 g with battery

Discuss

The XPERIATM X2 is coming to town this Saturday Jan 9, ready to impress smartphone users with the elevated performance it gives, even better than the revolutionary X1 ..

1. Navigate the fastest way you possibly can

üThe Sony Ericsson unique SlideView feature brings you to your call history, messages, calendar, media content, PlayNowTM, Sony Ericsson Sync and Panels with simply one touch
üThe signature XPERIATM panels let you customise your desktop the way that allows quickest access to your favorite and frequently used phone functions and social media portals, such as FacebookTM, TwitterTM and YouTube. You can even preset the panels you want for a specific times throughout the day through the “automatic panel switching” function
üYou can search quickly for any files you saved on your X2 or the network your X2 is synced with, from contact, calendar item to emails, using the “Search Phone” feature
2. Be the first to experience the most powerful combination: X2 with qwerty keyboard and full touch screen + WM6.5 Pro

üThe first smartphone that sports a physical full qwerty keyboard, full touch screen and the Windows Mobile® 6.5 Professional OS out-of-the-box
üFinger-friendly user interface, say goodbye to a stylus!
üEnhanced web browsing experience in full screen view with Adobe Flash Lite support, just like how it’s on your PC
üTo personalise your phone, you can download the apps and games you want from the Microsoft’s MarketPlace on top of the pre-installed ones
üChoose one that best expresses yourself from a list of designers’ themes, be it the Vera Wang Red, Isaac Mizrahi purple or Rock and Republic black

3. Take great pictures with the 8.1 MP camera, jam-packed with outstanding features

üTouch focus
üGeo tagging
üImage stabilizer
üUp to 16x digital zoom
üSend-to-web feature

4. Pamper your eyes watching videos or browsing the web on the larger and brighter 3.2 inch LCD screen

5. Text like an absolute breeze with the brilliant key designs

üMore finger friendly key pad on the front
üPC-like qwerty keyboard

6. Share the music, pictures and videos you love through the unified media browser however, wherever you want

ü3.5mm audio jack
übuilt-in stereo speakers
üTV-out feature
üDLNA certifiedTM

7. Just feel the human curvature of the “sexy back”

8. Get more for your loyalty

üYour enquiry call or email will be fast tracked to a dedicated Sony Ericsson team through the X2 support panel
üYour X2 will be replaced within 48 hours if it stops functioning when you’re travelling overseas*

*This service is available in selected markets.

XPERIATM X2 will be available in Elegant Black and Modern Silver at S$ 1,198 (without a contract) in Singapore from this Saturday January 9.

Live life without boundaries with the Sony Ericsson XPERIA™ X2

Live life in the fast lane with the XPERIA™ X2 from Sony Ericsson. Designed for those who always need to be connected, whether it’s for business or personal life, the XPERIA™ X2 blurs the boundary between work and play.

Singapore – Sony Ericsson XPERIA™ X2, a new Windows^® phone that offers best-in-class email and multimedia experience. In the modern world where 24/7 communication is key, users can instantly synchronise their mail and calendar, and open and edit Microsoft^® Office Mobile documents quickly and efficiently to stay connected with colleagues wherever they are.

The XPERIA™ X2 also includes the unique SlideView feature, which provides quick access to frequently used phone activities. Providing quick interaction with contacts, messages, media and more, SlideView provides an overview of missed incoming activity, notifying the user of any missed calls, email and text messages so users don’t overlook an important contact.

With ten specially designed preloaded XPERIA™ panels and a lot more to download, users can work with no boundaries with the XPERIA™ X2. From Facebook™, Mytopia and Google™, to games, CNN and Windows Live™, the panels ensure users are up-to-date with what matters most to them. With an improved touch interface and new 3D signature panel, users also benefit from flexible desktop panels designed to categorise business, fun and communication features. Just set favourites to appear during certain times of the day to get the latest news in the morning, YouTube™ at lunchtime and games for the journey home.

Powered by QWERTY messaging, Windows Mobile^® users can even show their presentations on the big screen with the TV out cable. The XPERIA™ X2 makes a day at the office a walk in the park.

“In the fast moving world we live in, the need to stay connected has never been so important,” said Ong Chim Peng, General Manager at Sony Ericsson Singapore. “We constantly rely on our mobile phones as an extension to the office and the XPERIA™ X2 debuting with Windows Mobile^®6.5, allows users to work quickly and efficiently while on the move. The XPERIA™ X2 also features a new range of interactive panels as well as SlideView, which provides quick access to frequently used phone activities – perfect for those who need to see any missed incoming activity at a glance.”

Entertainment is not compromised on XPERIA™ X2. Enjoy amazing multimedia with the 3.2” high resolution touch screen and DVD quality, and take advantage of the 8.1 megapixel camera to capture and instantly share experiences with friends and family. Personalise the panels and users can access Facebook™ to upload their party or holiday images and they can chat with friends across the world via MSN Messenger. Whether it is music, photography, email, video or gaming the XPERIA™ X2 has it all.

“Windows^® phones allow people to manage their whole world – from work to home to play – on a single handset,” said Stephanie Ferguson, General Manager, Product Management, Microsoft Corp.  “The XPERIA™ X2 taps the powerful messaging and multimedia capabilities in Windows Mobile^® so customers can be in touch, productive and entertained wherever they are.”

With the need to stay connected 24/7 Sony Ericsson has designed XPERIA™ Services, a bespoke and unique after sales package designed to help XPERIA™ X2 users get the most out of their mobile phone. With a specialised technical team standing by to support busy users and talk through the outstanding features the XPERIA™ X2 has to offer, users can get help from troubleshooting to how to access their favourite websites. And if their XPERIA™ X2 stops working while they are abroad, XPERIA™ Services can replace the mobile phone via a simple phone call. XPERIA™ Services really has been devised with the consumer in mind and to help consumers discover more about their XPERIA™ X2.

XPERIA™ X2

Live life without boundaries

• Windows Mobile^®6.5 – flexibility to work on the go
• Make the most of the day – flexible desktop panels categorised for life: communication and fun, multimedia, business and internet
• Work without boundaries – instant synchronisation of mail, calendar powered by QWERTY keyboard messaging and Windows Mobile^®
• SlideView – quick access to frequently used phone activities and overview of missed incoming activity
• Present documents on the big screen – TV out cable
• Never get stranded – XPERIA™ exclusive travel insurance
• Enjoy amazing multimedia – 3.2” high resolution touch screen and DVD quality
• 8.1 mega pixel camera with Video light – easily upload images to web albums
• Real 3D panel – 3D effects and zoom, music playback controls

Big business meeting? Arrive charged with the Car Charger AN300 – ultra fast, ultra-safe and ultra-reliable. A perfect accessory for the XPERIA™ X2, it charges 40 per cent faster than most car chargers – just plug into the cigarette lighter and go.

XPERIA™ X2 supports GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 and UMTS/HSPA 850/900/2100. XPERIA™ X2 will be available in Singapore in Elegant Black and Modern Silver.

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The Sony Ericsson XPERIA™ X2 at a glance

	XPERIA™ X2
Camera	8.1 megapixel camera Up to 16x digital zoom Auto focus Geo tagging Image stabilizer Send to web Touch focus Video light Photo flash Video recording
Music	Album art Bluetooth™ stereo (A2DP) Equalizer Sony Ericsson media player Music tones (MP3/AAC) PlayNow™ arena* Stereo speakers Windows Media® Player
Web	Bookmarks Google™ search Internet Explorer® Pan & Zoom Web feeds
Communication	Call list Conference calls Polyphonic ringtones Speakerphone Vibrating alert
Messaging	Email Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync® Handwriting recognition Instant messaging Picture messaging (MMS) Predictive text input Text messaging (SMS)
Design	Auto rotate Media Picture wallpaper Touchscreen Wallpaper animation Windows Mobile® 6.5
Entertainment	3D games Java™ Motion gaming Tracker Video streaming Video viewing YouTube™ application
Connectivity	A-GPS Bluetooth™ technology DLNA Certified™ Google Maps™ Modem Synchronisation TV out USB mass storage USB support Wi-Fi™
Organizer	Adobe® PDF Reader Alarm clock Calculator Calendar Flight mode Microsoft® Office Mobile Notes Phone book Stopwatch Tasks Timer
Accessories	In-Box: § XPERIA™ X2 § Battery § Battery Charger § Stereo Portable Handsfree MH500 § USB cable § TV out cable § 4GB SanDisk microSD™ memory card § User guide Optional accessories: Bluetooth™ Headset PV740 Car charger AN300 Video Viewing Stand IM920
Facts and Figures 1)2)	Size: 110 x 54 x 16 mm Weight: 115 grams Colours: Elegant Black, Modern Silver Main screen: 65,536 colour TFT Resolution: 480 x 800 pixels (WVGA) Size: 3.2 inches Phone memory: Up to110MB Memory card support: SanDisk microSD™ and microSDHC™, up to 16GB Talk time GSM: Up to 10 hrs Standby time GSM: Up to 500 hrs Talk time UMTS: Up to 6hrs Standby time UMTS: Up to 640hrs Music listening time: Up to 20hrs
Availability and versions	Networks: XPERIA™ X2 GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 UMTS/HSPA 850/1900/2100 GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 UMTS/HSPA 900/1900/2100

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