Sony Ericsson launches W8 an Android Walkman phone

Sony Ericsson adds to its range of Walkman™ phones

• · The Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman™ phone is now available in Singapore

July 8, 2011, Singapore – Sony Ericsson today announces the launch of the Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman™ phone – a great entertainment smartphone that extends the appeal of the Walkman™ collection.

The Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman™ phone features a user interface that can be customised for one-touch access to users’ favourite applications – a feature found on the Xperia™ mini range of products. The Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman™ phone allows for quick and easy access to playlists and the Walkman™ player. It also comes complete with the MH 410 stereo headset as well as the MS450 stereo portable speakers.

“Our Walkman™ range of phones continues to generate demand especially in Asia Pacific and China – where the Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman™ phone will be exclusively ranged,” said Eugene Goh, Deputy General Manager and Head of Sony Ericsson Singapore.

“The Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman™ phone combines Walkman™ functionality with smartphone fundamentals such as apps, maps and email to create the most entertaining smartphone experiences,” Mr Goh concluded.

The Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman™ phone is perfect for enjoying multimedia. The 3-inch screen is great for users who are looking to enjoy games from the Android Market™, view the latest clips on YouTube™ or browse the web. Additionally, the device features a 3.2 megapixel camera, video recording functionality and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman™ phone – Key features:

• · Corner user interface for easy one hand use and one touch access to applications
• · Customise the corners for instant access to your favourite widgets and apps on your home page
• · Enjoy games, video, internet and more on the 3-inch screen
• · Timescape™ shows all your communication in one place for ultimate simplicity
• · Android Market™ – More than 200,000 applications to keep you entertained
• · 3.2 megapixel camera – snap away and upload instantly to Facebook™
• · Fast Internet access via 3G and Wi-Fi
• · Walkman™ designed hardware and UI
• · Walkman™ widget on home screen
• · Android platform (version 2.1)

The Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman™ phone is available from July 8, 2011 at a Recommended Retail Price of S$348 in the colours Azur (blue), Metallic Red and the iconic Walkman™ Orange.

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The Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman™ Phone at a glance: