Posts tagged with sony-ericsson
Sony Ericsson's Xperia X10 Unboxed
Posted on March 20, 2010 10:02 AM
Sony Xperia’s X10 might be just around the corner, but that doesn’t make any unboxing event of the phone less exciting. Now a video of Sony Ericsson’s upcoming flagship phone being unboxed has surfaced online. The phone is still powered by Google’s Android 1.6, which is obviously older than the current Android 2.1, and Sony Ericsson has done a good job to pretty up the OS. Rumors are hinting that Sony Ericsson might be updating the OS version on this phone, so there might be hope of getting Android 2.1 on this device just yet. Have you decided to pick this phone over Apple’s iPhone, or do you still think that the iPhone or Google’s Nexus One is more appealing? Video of the phone being unboxed after the jump.
Sony Ericsson Preparing New Touchscreen Walkman Phone?
Posted on March 20, 2010 8:17 AM
While Sony Ericsson seems to have placed a lot of focus on Android-powered phones recently, it seems that the company has not forgotten its popular Walkman series. Word is going around that Sony Ericsson is planning to come up with a new touch-enabled Sony Ericsson Walkman phone in the second half of 2010. Exact details aren’t available just yet, but considering the importance of phones playing the role of an MP3 player nowadays, we’re certainly looking forward to seeing what Sony Ericsson comes up with. Do you think that it will be powered by Android?
Orange announces Sony Ericsson Xperia X10
Posted on March 19, 2010 10:03 AM
Orange is among the last of mobile carriers in the UK to announce the availability of the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10, where it will also be made available via O2, Vodafone, T-Mobile and Virgin in that region. Orange has a upper hand for those who have a penchant for the color white though, since they are the only ones among the carriers mentioned to have white color as an exclusive. Of course, you can always check out the Xperia X10 Mini this coming May just in case that handset piques your interest, hmmm?
Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini gets pricing and release date
Posted on March 19, 2010 9:43 AM
The Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini is yet another Android-powered smartphone that will be hitting the UK via Vodafone this May 24th, retailing for £299.99 with the Pro version being slightly more expensive at £339.99. Of course, don't baulk at the stated price points since those are meant to be SIM-free, which means you won't have to be bogged down by another 2 years' worth of contract. Anyone getting either handset when May rolls around?
Eco Friendly Sony Ericsson Naite Listed On Sony Style
Posted on March 3, 2010 8:56 AM
We previously brought the eco-friendly Sony Ericsson Naite to your attention, and now it seems that the phone is ready for prime time, as it’s now available on the Sony Style website (albeit “out of stock” at time of writing). This unlocked and unsubsidized phone will set you back $159, which might seem a little steep for such a phone, but considering that it’s made of 50 percent post-consumer recycled plastic, and comes with an low power consumption charger, you’ll be doing your bit for the environment.
Sony Ericsson drops hints of PSP phone
Posted on February 17, 2010 10:50 PM
Rumors of a PSP phone have come and gone, and things don't look like changing anytime soon with buzz of such a device becoming reality revealed ath the Mobile World Congress Show Daily by a Sony Ericsson executive, claiming that "In the past there was no tie-up between us (Sony and Sony Ericsson), the PSP platform and Sony, but you can expect to hear much more about that." Well, with that in mind, do you think a PSP phone will be able to do much better than the iPhone in terms of mobile gaming?
XPERIA X10 On AT&T For $199 In April?
Posted on February 17, 2010 7:35 AM
[MWC 2010] Don’t think that the miniaturized version of the XPERIA X10 (X10 Mini and X10 Mini Pro) is good enough for you? Well, it seems that you’re in luck, as word has just gotten out that AT&T should be offering the Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 sometime soon, possibly around April or May. Aside from the arrival of the phone, the price doesn’t look like it will burn a large hole in your pocket, with a figure of $199 rumored, though you’ll need to agree to the customary 2-year contract, of course.
XPERIA X10 On AT&T For $199 In April?
Posted on February 17, 2010 7:35 AM
[MWC 2010] Don’t think that the miniaturized version of the XPERIA X10 (X10 Mini and X10 Mini Pro) is good enough for you? Well, it seems that you’re in luck, as word has just gotten out that AT&T should be offering the Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 sometime soon, possibly around April or May. Aside from the arrival of the phone, the price doesn’t look like it will burn a large hole in your pocket, with a figure of $199 rumored, though you’ll need to agree to the customary 2-year contract, of course.
Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 Mini And X10 Mini Pro Go Official
Posted on February 16, 2010 2:35 AM
Updated article with photos of the devices - original article 02/14/2010 - photo above Xperia X10 Mini
[MWC 2010] Looks like the previous leaks that we brought to you on the miniaturized XPERIA X10 with its multicolored options were true. Sony Ericsson has just announced the XPERIA X10 Mini and the XPERIA X10 Mini Pro at MWC today. Both phones have identical specifications, though the X10 Mini Pro is slightly thicker, due to the inclusion of the QWERTY keyboard. One of the more interesting features of the X10 Mini is its “Four-corner” control, which allows you to place customizable shortcut icons on the four corners of the phone’s display. Despite it being a tiny device, it’s apparently well suited for one-handed operation, which is certainly good news. Check out a video on the phones in the full article. Aside from that, thanks to it being powered by Android 1.6, the phone will also have access to the Android Marketplace, which is growing rapidly, and is fast becoming a strong competitor to Apple’s AppStore. Features of the XPERIA X10 Mini and X10 Mini Pro include:
Photo below: XPERIA X10 Mini Pro
Sony Ericsson Announces Vivaz Pro at MWC
Posted on February 14, 2010 11:07 AM
There were certainly whispers about this phone before this, but it’s now officially on the record as the Vivaz Pro. In terms of features, it’ll sport the same features as the original Vivaz, but you’ll be given a nice QWERTY keyboard via a slide-out design. Despite the addition of the keyboard, the dimensions have only increased marginally to 109x52x15mm and the device weighs in at 117 grams. If you need to see a video of the Vivaz Pro, check out the full article. The Vivaz Pro will be available from Q2 in 2 colors (white and black). In case you need a recap, the specifications of the original Vivaz include:
Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 to go beyond Android 1.6
Posted on February 9, 2010 3:56 AM
Sony Ericsson has confirmed that their Android-powered Xperia X10 will be getting a newer version of Android sometime after its launch, although the exact time frame has yet to be announced. It will bolt through the stable doors with Android 1.6, and hopefully we'll see a jump to Android 2.1 sooner rather than later. It does make us wonder why can't it roll out with Android 2.1 in the first place - would you rather wait for the phone to be released later with the updated 2.1 OS, or hold one in your hands sooner only to make the upgrade later on?
Sony Ericsson Aspen Caught On YouTube
Posted on February 5, 2010 8:16 PM
Have you been thinking of Sony Ericsson’s Windows Mobile 6.5.3-powered Aspen? We had the official scoop on it a few days ago, but now a video of the phone being reviewed live has surfaced. It’s not in English, so if you don’t understand, you might have to keep guessing what’s going on, but all you care is just seeing the thing appear on video, right? Just to jog your memory, this phone sports:
- Windows Mobile 6.5.3
- Multi-touch support
- 2.4-inch QVGA TFT touchscreen display
- 3.2-megapixel camera
- 4x digital zoom
- Bluetooth
- Wi-Fi
- A-GPS support
Vodafone UK to roll out Sony Ericsson X10
Posted on February 4, 2010 7:56 AM
Vodafone UK ought to get itself a new set of subscribers pretty soon, where most of them would probably be hankering after the Sony Ericsson X10. This is their first Android smartphone, where it will roll out with Android 1.6 (Donut) while being accompanied by a generous 4.0" WVGA (480x854) scratch-resistant capacitive screen, a 1GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, a 8.1-megapixel camera, and support for a slew of typical Android Google Mobile apps. Expect this handset to hit the market later this April, pricing details have yet to be revealed but we hope to get some skinny on that matter in due time.
Vodafone UK to roll out Sony Ericsson X10
Posted on February 4, 2010 7:56 AM
Vodafone UK ought to get itself a new set of subscribers pretty soon, where most of them would probably be hankering after the Sony Ericsson X10. This is their first Android smartphone, where it will roll out with Android 1.6 (Donut) while being accompanied by a generous 4.0" WVGA (480x854) scratch-resistant capacitive screen, a 1GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, a 8.1-megapixel camera, and support for a slew of typical Android Google Mobile apps. Expect this handset to hit the market later this April, pricing details have yet to be revealed but we hope to get some skinny on that matter in due time.
FCC gives nod to Sony Ericsson Vivaz
Posted on February 3, 2010 8:19 PM
The Sony Ericsson Vivaz, also known as the Sony Ericsson Kurara U5, has just passed the FCC's tests and will be known as the Sony Ericsson Vivaz U5a instead. It has been approved to play nice over the UMTS II and V bands (1900MHz and 850MHz), which means those who are subscribing to AT&T and Rogers are able to use the Vivaz U5a on their respective 3G networks. Trivia time - did you know that the Vivaz is Sony Ericsson’s second smartphone which will run on the Symbian S60 5th Edition operating system? Before you nod off with those boring details, here are what most people are looking for - its specifications. Expect to find a 3.2" touchscreen display at 360 x 640 resolution, HSPA and Wi-Fi connectivity, GPS navigation, a built-in accelerometer, Google Maps, Facebook and Twitter integration, a 3.5mm headset jack, a 720MHz processor, an 8GB memory card and an 8-megapixel autofocus camera with LED flash and HD video recording. No word on pricing though, but you ought to be able to pick this up from the Sony Style shop Stateside.
Sony Ericsson Aspen comes with Windows Mobile 6.5.3
Posted on February 2, 2010 8:17 AM
One of Sony Ericsson's upcoming Aspen cellphone's most outstanding feature would be the Windows Mobile 6.5.3 operating system, which is a major step upwards compared to what Microsoft has offered to date, where this latest version boasts a much more intuitive interface alongside multitouch support for its capacitive display. Features are pretty much in line with any mid-range to high-end handset of today, including a 2.4" QVGA TFT touchscreen display, a 3.2-megapixel camera, 4x digital zoom, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, A-GPS support, a GreenHeart panel and a charger and box which are made from recycled materials to maintain that green approach. Expect to see the Sony Ericsson Aspen hit the market later this Q2 in black or white silver colors. [Press Release]
One For All Universal Multi Charger
Posted on January 28, 2010 8:28 PM
Having trouble charging all your devices at one go? Well, the One For All Universal Multi-Charger can charge up to 3 devices simultaneously, and you won’t have to use various power adapters to get the job done. Bundled with a bunch of interchangeable tips for your iPod/iPhone, Nokia, Sony Ericsson, miniUSB, LG, Samsung etc devices, it sports a LED indicator to let you know when the device is charging. So once the LED goes out, you know your device is ready to go, and the slot is shut down to save power. The turbo-charge technology used will also help you reduce charging time, as it claims to be able to charge a Nokia 5200 from 0-100% in 115 minutes, whilst the conventional charger would take 155 minutes. When no devices are charging, the One for All Universal Multi-Charger will only consume less than 0.5W. Do you think it’s worth its £59.99 ($96) asking price?
Sony Ericsson Recall could hit MWC 2010
Posted on January 26, 2010 3:07 AM
We'll be at MWC 2010 in Barcelona next month, and we do hope that whispers of the Sony Ericsson Recall is true as this is touted to be the smaller version of the Xperia X10. Apart from that, there is also another Sony Ericsson handset rumored to be announced there - Abelin. The Abelin could very well be the X9, and word has it the Sony Ericsson Abelin will come with a QWERTY keyboard and a 5-megapixel camera. There are still no blurry spy images or leaked shots of either phone, but rest assured that MWC 2010 will be chock full of news and updates!
Sony Ericsson Vivaz rolled out earlier than expected
Posted on January 21, 2010 12:25 AM
The Sony Ericsson Vivaz seemed to have hit the market earlier than expected, where it will be equipped with an 8-megapixel shooter and a 3.2" WVGA touchscreen display. Apparently, Sony Ericsson has yet to drop the Symbian operating system just yet in favor of Android, but they will release the Vivaz in Europe as well as Asia later this quarter for around $670 to $750. At that price point, we're pretty sure not many people would be willing to loosen their purse strings considering there isn't even Android running in the background.
Ericsson Labs Shows 3D Maps Demo On XPERIA X10
Posted on January 20, 2010 6:36 AM
3D technology is always interesting, and when you combine that with Satellite maps, things are bound to get interesting. The folks over at Ericsson Labs have uploaded a video demonstrating their new 3D Landscape API which is running on the XPERIA X10. The best is part, no matter how much panning, tilting and zooming is going on the video, the video output stays smooth, no doubt thanks to the 1GHz Snapdragon processor. Of course, this is still a proof of concept video, but let’s hope that there will be a consumer implementation sometime soon, eh?
