I am speechless. This is one of the most awesome handsets I've ever seen!

Today I got a really (and I mean really :D) interesting e-mail from someone seeming to be one of our readers. The e-mail mentioned some warm words about our blog and contained one very interesting picture. Is this a leaked (or spy) photo of the upcoming handset from Sony Ericsson?

To me, this device seems to be a high-end handset from the XPERIA line.

To be honest, when I first saw this photo, I thought that it was not yet announced Paris (Sony Ericsson P5) and my gladness had no borders. I've been waiting for P5 for quite long, but the device on the photo is obviously a new High-End XPERIA handset!... And this is why I think so.

First off all, I think you'll agree that the whole look of the handset resembles that of the recently announced Sony Ericsson X1. Second, it's obviously based on Windows Mobile OS. The picture on the screen speaks the same... And I think Paris (Sony Ericsson P5) or Sony Ericsson's other smartphone from P series will be based on Symbian UIQ and not WM.

So let's look at the photo and consider it.

Look at this HUGE screen, it's much bigger than X1's and believe me - the screen of the X1 is big :) and its obviously touchscreen.

As you can see, the form factor of the device is horizontal slider (Like Sony Ericsson X1) and there are no buttons on the front side of the phone!!! This means that the screen is touch sensitive and it doesn't need buttons (Like iPhone, wow). The capture on the screen is unknown to me. As I know, X1 has a different UI, at least this one is different from that, which was shown on the presentation of the handset. But the opened tabs are almost the same as on X1 screen, which was shown on the 3GSM.

The keyboard pretty much looks like that of X1, but if we take a closer look, we can notice a little thing on the right side of the keyboard (Look at the #1 mark on the picture). Frankly, I don't have the slightest idea what it is. Maybe a "scroll" button? Or at least I hope so :D Scroll would be great...

Unfortunately I can't see the front camera or the whole left side of the front view, or back view of the phone to tell with which camera is equipped this miracle, but I guess, after those visible specifications, which we can see on this leaked photo, Sony Ericsson never dares to put bad camera, I think there will be at least 5MP one, with Auto Focus.

OK, and at last words about this photo. To be honest, in my own opinion, this phone is too good to be true. At a moment I think that this picture is another fake, but it's so realistic that it's really difficult to be sure. Either way, bravo to the creator of the photo or to the creator of the device. If this is a real device and the one that can be released anytime soon, then not only will this device be iPhone killer, it can be a killer of every high end handset!!! Of course, this assumption is based on the look as I have no idea what the specifications are.

If we manage to get more pictures of the device, we will post them as a follow up.

As always, our readers' comments are welcome.

Source: Justamp

It looks like that the present classification of the Sony Ericsson's entire product range is getting old and if we are to believe to various web sources, Sony Ericsson has decided to change it.

The name format will be same, one letter and three numbers (K800, M600, G900...) but the weird naming will be changed with a new, more logical scheme.

The upcoming phones won't carry the typical "i" in the end of the handset names, good example and first handsets of it is the new handsets from Radio line - Sony Ericsson R300 and Sony Ericsson R306.
New scheme is shown on the picture above on the example of of the the new smartphone Sony Ericsson G900.

The first letter in the gray slot is representing the series of the handset, like: "W" - Walkman; "X"- Xperia; "C" - Cyber-Shot; "R" - Radio and e.t.c.

The number in the second, blue slot shows the range of the device, like: 9...8.../High-End; 7...6...5.../Mid-Range; 4...3...2...1/Low-End.

The third slot contains model version numbers and the last, green slot, shows form-factor of the handset... Very nice.

SE4M.com recently has published pictures of the unknown slider from Sony Ericsson with the prototype number - SE123.

Sliding housing of the device seems to be made of brushed metal, like Sony Ericsson P1i and design of the phone a little bit looks like that of P1i. Small screen and a whole look of this device speaks that the phone belongs to the Low-End range, plus there is no front (3G) camera, but most unusual is that, the phone has no buttons on the sides.

Back side of the phone raises more questions, What is that weird hill in the bottom? That spoils whole design of the handset :(

We can say that modern handsets contain practically everything to satisfy all of our needs. We have everything on the go, we have a phone, we have a pretty good digital camera, video or music player with quality sound, we have the Internet on the go, we have office applications, we have video games, I mean we have practically everything what we need combined in one, little and slim gadget and it looks like that manufacturers are doing everything possible to enhance their capacity and in this case, as we know, human fantasy has no limits :)

Somebody may think - What else? We have everything and it's only stays to enhance the performance of the already existing technologies...

But what about PROJECTOR in your pocket? :D Isn't it fantastic?
Sony Ericsson has filed a patent applications for self adjusting mobile phone projector.

A device includes a projector to project an image onto a surface; a camera to capture a picture of the image while it is being projected onto the surface; and logic to receive the picture and adjust a setting of the projector based on the received picture.

This patent application is about how to use projectors inside handsets and obvious talks about future plans of the manufacturer. I know, I know that Sony Ericsson already has many unrealized patents, but the idea of the projector is not so impracticable and as I know Texas Instruments already has some projects with some success around this idea...

So we only have to wait and see...

Source: USEB

As for me I prefer other labels to Sony Ericsson, but usually it can be pretty exotic when it comes to mobile phone speakers. I do like Sonny Ericsson accessories, because they are pretty weird at one end of the spectrum and utterly practical at the other.

Take, for example, its new Active Speaker MAS-100. You just need to connect your phone inside it, zip it up and listen to music on it through the speaker. You can even use any Sonny Ericsson music phone.

Plus, MAS-100 is sand-proof, splash-proof, for those who love working, playing or relaxing outside.

Like every Sonny Ericsson accessories MAS-100 is designed for the modern consumer. It has style in mind, superior sound and fast port that connects an Active Speaker MAS-100 to your phone.

A built in antenna FM radio reception enables you to tune in your favorite station and play it out loud through speakers designed for your phone.

Oh, I almost forgot, the only battery you need to keep your eye on is your phone battery when you use the Active Speaker MAS-100.

Yes, this baby is efficient, cheap and designed for your needs.

It seems that all of the official announcements have been made and it's time to get back to the rumors, leaked pictures of the upcoming phones, e.t.c. :)

Recently new pictures of the Sony Ericsson's new handset have been leaked on the Internet. It looks like that this photo has been taken from some kind of journal or magazine...
So what can we see on the picture and what kind of conclusion can we get from these leaked photos?

The phone is a clamshell and the look of the housing remains that of the handsets from Z Series, "Mobile Web Companion" talks about that the phone is hi-speed Internet enabled and has convenient Internet browser, "Always Know Your Location" talks about that the phone is GPS enabled, the inscription "Bluetooth Car Handsfree" talks about that the phone is equipped with Bluetooth module (I guess A2DP) and I think, the inscription on the top left corner - "Compact Power" means that the phone is at least Mid-Range and not Low-End...

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Sony Ericsson has launched its first HSPA 7.2/2.0 devices - EC400 and EC400g.

The form-factor of the EC400 and EC400g is ExpressCard/34, which means you can stick it in your LapTop's ExpressCard slot and use the Internet on the go by enabling instant Internet access, regardless of your location.

The EC400 and EC400g allow up to 7.2MB/s in download and 2.0MB/s in upload speed. Differences between EC400 and EC400g is GPS module, EC400g in addition is equipped with an built-in GPS receiver, which automatically shows the user's current location on Google Maps (Or a similar service).

The EC400 and EC400g are HSPA/UMTS, Tri-band 850/1900/2100 MHz, EDGE/GPRS, Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900 MHz ExpressCards that will be available globally by mid 2008.

Comment from Johan Tysklind, Marketing Director Mobile Computing at Sony Ericsson:

The EC400 and EC400g are high performance mobile broadband devices, still in ultra-slim ExpressCard form factor, offering exactly what mobile professionals need, to stay connected at all times - reliable anytime, anywhere Internet access, With their plug-and-play installation and configuration, the ExpressCards offer immediate access and instant download speeds, allowing you to effortlessly keep pace with the demands of your business.

The version of the mysterious Windows Mobile, which is pre-installed on the Sony Ericsson's new handset from new XPERIA/X series - Sony Ericsson X1, has been discovered on the leaked photos of this device...

As you can see, the version of the WM is 6.1, which wasn't announced yet and therefore explains mysteriousness of this system... (It's interesting, what Microsoft's reaction will be on those photos :) )

Besides of the version of the Windows Mobile, on the photos we also can see the type and speed of the CPU, RAM size, flash size, which was also unknown.

So besides of the official specifications, now we know that, Sony Ericsson X1's operating system is based on Windows Mobile 6.1 and is equipped with Qualcomm 7200A - 528Mhz CPU, RAM size is 128MB and Flash size is 256MB, data bus is 32bits.

Source: USEB

Esato view on Sony Ericsson X1


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GSM Association’s 13th Global Mobile Awards 2008 has been ended and as the winner of the category "Best Mobile Handset or Device" has been chosen not so long released Sony Erricsson's handset from the Walkman line - Sony Ericsson W910.

Launched last year, the Sony Ericsson W910 is designed for entertainment; whether music, 3D games, video, or high-speed Web access. It’s also geared to let consumers choose their music just the way they want it. Applications such as Shake control enable them to flick the phone to control games or skip and shuffle between music tracks while SenseMe lets them discover music to match their mood and tempo. With its 1GB Memory Stick Micro provided in box, the W910 Walkman phone can hold over 900 songs* with room for plenty more thanks to its expandable memory.

We are very proud to receive such a prestigious award for what has proved to be a very popular product,” says Dick Komiyama, Sony Ericsson President. “The W910 Walkman makes it quicker and easier to transfer or download music. It’s also about thinking beyond music, to games, videos and the Web.

My congratulations ;)

The king of the Sony Ericsson's announcements on 10th February at Mobile World Congress is a new High-End and Sony Ericsson's first smartphone on Windows Mobile Operating System, XPERIA branded handset - Sony Ericsson X1.

We've been waiting for something really, really good and we can say that we got it. With the launch of XPERIA a new era has been come into mobile communications. This brand name promises only High-End and only ultra class mobile devices and the first of it already has been announced and it's named - Sony Ericsson XPERIA X1.

Sony Ericsson X1 combines a 3 inch clear wide VGA display and a full QWERTY keyboard within a quality metal-finish body. With Windows Mobile inside, the XPERIA X1 lets you choose from a dynamic range of activities at anytime and anywhere; from enjoying your favorite entertainment content to working efficiently on-the-move.

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With the huge 3 inch Wide VGA touch screen at 800 X 480 pixel resolution, aGPS navigation, WiFi, Windows Mobile Operating System and with arc slider housing - designed to address the growing need for a premium, converged mobile experience. X1 is also equipped with a 3.0 MP camera with auto focus and built-in memory is up to 400MB, The dimensions of the arc slider housing is 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm and weight is 145 grams.

Sony Ericsson XPERIA X1 is intended to work in GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 - UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA 900/1700/1900/2100 MHz - UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA 850/1700/1900/2100 MHz networks.

Sony Ericsson XPERIATM X1 – At a Glance

Networks: GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900, UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA 900/1700/1900/2100 MHz, UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA 850/1700/1900/2100 MHz
Size: 110 x 53 x 16.7 mm
Weight: 145 grams
Available colors: Black, Silver
Main screen: 65,536 color TFT
Resolution: 800 X 480 pixels
Size: 3 inches
Memory: up to 400 MB, microSD™ memory card support

Camera: Auto focus, 3.2 megapixel camera, Photo light, Video recording

Music: Bluetooth™ stereo (A2DP), Media player, Music tones, PlayNow™, Windows Media Player Mobile, 3D games, FM radio, Java, Video streaming, Video viewing

Internet: Internet Explorer® Mobile, RSS feeds

Communication and Messaging: Polyphonic ringtones, Speakerphone, Vibrating alert, Video calling, Email, Picture messaging (MMS), Predictive text input, Text messaging (SMS)

Design: XPERIA™ panels, Optical joystick navigation, Navigation key, Picture wallpaper, Touch navigation

Organizer: Alarm clock, Calculator, Calendar, Document editors, Document readers, Flight mode, Handwriting recognition, Notes, Phone book, Tasks, Touchscreen

Connectivity: aGPS, Bluetooth™ technology, Modem, Synchronization, USB support, WLAN

Windows® Mobile® Operating System: Microsoft® Outlook Mobile: email, contacts, calendar, tasks, Microsoft® Office Mobile: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet Explorer® Mobile, Windows Media™ Player Mobile, Windows Live™, Exchange ActiveSync®, Voice control, Utility Applications: file explorer, calculator, pictures & video, notes.

The Sony Ericsson XPERIA X1 will be available in selected markets from the second half of 2008.

Click here for press release.

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Next new series - G Series from Sony Ericsson has been announced with a couple of pretty powerful Sybmian UIQ smartphones - Sony Ericsson G700 and Sony Ericsson G900.

As I have noted, the new smartphones are packed with powerful abilities. Sony Ericsson G700 is equipped with a large 2.4" 262,144 color TFT display at a 240 x 320 pixel resolution, with unique single touch control menu, 3,2 MP camera, built-in memory up to 160mb. G700 is created to enjoy touchscreen text input, Web surfing, calendar and phone navigation.

Sony Ericsson G900 is also equipped with the same type of display, but differently from Sony Ericsson G700. It's equipped with a built-in Wi-Fi module and powerful 5.0 MP digital camera with 3x digital zoom, touch Auto focus and Multi-shot function, touch photo album and editor. Perfect for those looking for a one-touch media experience combined with their organizer.

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Both smartphones are intended to work in UMTS 2100 and GSM/GPRS 900/1800/1900 networks and both will be available in selected markets from Q2 2008.

Sony Ericsson G700 and G900 – At A Glance

Sony Ericsson G700	Sony Ericsson G900
Specifications
Size: 106 x 49 x 13mm Weight: 99 grams Colors: Silk Bronze Screen: 262,144 color TFT Resolution: 240 x 320 pixels Size (diagonal): 2.4 inches Phone memory: Up to 160MB Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™) support Talk time (GSM/GPRS): Up to 12 hrs Standby time (GSM/GPRS): Up to 380 hrs Talk time (UMTS): Up to 4 hrs Standby time (UMTS): Up to 380 hrs Video call time: Up to 2.5 hrs		Size: 106 x 49 x 13 mm Weight: 99 grams Colors: Dark Red, Dark Brown Screen: 262,144 color TFT Resolution: 240 x 320 pixels Size: 2.4 inches Phone memory: Up to 160MB Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™) support Talk time GSM/GPRS: Up to 12 hrs Standby time GSM/GPRS: Up to 380 hrs Talk time (UMTS): Up to 4 hrs Standby time UMTS: Up to 380 hrs Video call time: 2.5 hrs
Network
UMTS 2100 GSM/GPRS 900/1800/1900	UMTS 2100 GSM/GPRS 900/1800/1900
Camera
3.2 megapixel camera 3x digital zoom Fixed focus Image stabilizer Photo fix Photo light Picture blogging Video light Video recording Video stabilizer	5 megapixel camera 3x digital zoom Auto focus Image stabilizer Photo fix Photo light Picture blogging Video light Video recording Video stabilizer
Music/Entertainment/Navigation
Bluetooth™ stereo (A2DP) Media player Mega Bass™ Music tones (MP3/AAC) PlayNow™ TrackID™ 3D games FM radio with RDS Java Video streaming Video viewing	Bluetooth™ stereo (A2DP) Media player Mega Bass™ Music tones (MP3/AAC) PlayNow™ TrackID 3D games FM radio with RDS Java Video streaming Video viewing
Web/Internet
Opera™ Web browser RSS feeds	Opera™ Web browser RSS feeds
Communication & Messaging
Polyphonic ringtones Speakerphone Vibrating alert Video calling Push Email, Exchange Active Sync Picture messaging (MMS) Predictive text input Sound recorder Text messaging (SMS)	Polyphonic ringtones Speakerphone Vibrating alert Video calling Push Email, Exchange Active Sync Picture messaging (MMS) Predictive text input Sound recorder Text messaging (SMS)
Design
Navigation key Picture wallpaper Touchscreen	Navigation key Picture wallpaper Touchscreen
Connectivity
Bluetooth™ technology Modem Synchronization USB mass storage USB charging	Bluetooth™ technology Modem Synchronization USB mass storage USB charging Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Organizer
Alarm clock Calculator Calendar Document editors Document readers Flight mode Handwriting recognition Notes Phone book Stopwatch Symbian™ OS Tasks Timer	Alarm clock Calculator Calendar Document editors Document readers Flight mode Handwriting recognition Notes Phone book Stopwatch Symbian™ OS Tasks Timer Business card scanner
Accessories (In-Box)
Battery Charger USB cable Stereo Portable Handsfree Sony Ericsson PC Suite Media Manager software 2 stylus User guide	Battery Charger USB Cable Stereo Portable Handsfree Sony Ericsson PC Suite Media Manager software 2 stylus User guide

Please follow this link for an official press release.

Sony Ericsson’s new C702 Cyber-shot™ and C902 Cyber-shot™ deliver best-in class picture quality beyond just megapixels.

Sony Ericsson announced two high-performance additions to its popular Cyber-shotTM phone range with the launch of the C702 Cyber-shot™ and C902 Cyber-shot™. The two phones, packed with the latest camera technology, make it effortless to take perfect pictures of those spontaneous moments – day or night, at a bar or the beach – and instantly share them with friends and family.

“The two new Cyber-shot™ phones that we have announced today share certain characteristics. Both phones place ease-of-use and best-in-class picture quality at the heart of their designs,” said Sven Totté, Head of Imaging Marketing at Sony Ericsson. “Yet both appeal to different audiences. One is engineered to let you take more pictures in more places and the other is designed to look as stunning as the pictures it takes.”

Sony Ericsson C702 Cyber-shotTM – Take pictures everywhere

• Splash and dust resistant* – perfect for your active lifestyle
• Single-handed camera use – for spur-of-the-moment photos
• Built-in GPS with location-based imaging – sort and view your photos according to where you took them

Never too extreme
You can use the C702 Cyber-shot™ in a range of different conditions, as its unique design means its both splash and dust resistant*. This means that whether you’re off-road or just off to the mall, your C702 Cyber-shot™ phone can always be at your side wherever you go, whatever you do. After all, the best camera is the one you have with you.

Never miss a shot
The C702 Cyber-shot™ is engineered to let you take pictures in any position. The camera key and the active lens cover are specifically designed and placed so that you can stabilise the 3.2 megapixel camera and capture the moment with one hand - perfect for an active lifestyle. Combine this with steady-grip materials and a wrist-strap provided in-box, and the C702 Cyber-shot™ really is geared to go more places.

Never lost
The C702 Cyber-shot™ integrates GPS and a range of location-based imaging services that really add a new dimension to taking and managing your photos. When you take a picture, information about where you are in the world is automatically added to the image. So you can always share your best moments with your friends and family according to where the shots were taken. Or you can simply sort the picture through your photo gallery on the PC or on the web.

If you are lost on your travels, Google™ Maps for Mobile locates and guides you to where you want to go, enabling you to roam free with confidence. Use GPS to pinpoint your location and then get turn-by-turn voice guidance to your destination. Find your way home or to one of up to 20 million points of interest.

Sony Ericsson C902 Cyber-shot TM – The image and style statement

• Slim Cyber-shot™ phone with unique slide-out lens cover. Camera-ready in an instant
• Stand out design – instantly recognisable
• 5.0 megapixel camera with Face Detection and Auto Focus. Always capture the best shot possible
• Illuminated camera touch keys. Intuitive guidance around the camera settings

The slim line C902 Cyber-shot™ will have everyone wanting to have their picture taken. Ultra-compact, stylish and with a unique lens cover that slides open to reveal the 5.0 megapixel Auto Focus camera, the C902Cyber-shot™ sports a camera performance beyond its sleek and slim looks. The phone’s lighting dramatically signals when you are in camera mode by switching from white to blue. The eight camera touch keys come to life and let you choose between camera modes, Photo Flash, Face Detection and Auto Focus, and more with just one touch without moving your finger from the shutter button.

Just shoot
With the C902 Cyber-shot™ you just need to slide open the active lens cover and shoot. The Face Detection and Auto Focus capability enables the camera to detect and focus on the face of your subject rather than the background, so that you can take sharp and high quality pictures of your friends.

Night shoot
With the C902 Cyber-shot™ you can be confident of getting the perfect shot. The phone incorporates the latest in lighting technology – Photo Flash – giving you better quality pictures even in low-light conditions. Also, a light solution has been added to the established BestPic™ feature – which lets you take nine photos in quick succession, choose the best and delete the rest. So now you can use BestPic™ wherever you are, perhaps even to capture the dance-floor action in a club!

Create your own multi-media slideshow
Use x-Pict story™ to add music and transitions to your gallery of photos and automatically create your own multi-media slideshow to share with your friends. Lights, music, action!

Store and share
The C902 Cyber-shot™ comes with a 160MB built-in memory – the equivalent of storage for up to 100 full resolution photos – plus the possibility to add even more memory with the Memory Stick Micro™ (M2) that can be bundled with the phone depending on the market.

Easy transfer wherever you are
You can transfer the images on your phone to your computer by using the CCR-70 M2 USB Adapter, also announced today. Save your photos to the phone’s memory card, remove it and pop it into the CCR-70. You then slot the card reader into your laptop and all your photos can be dragged across! Delete from your Memory Stick and you’re ready to go and fill it up again with more memories.

The C702 Cyber-shot™ is a UMTS/HSDPA 2100 and EDGE/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900 phone that will be available in selected markets in Speed Black or Cyan Blue from Q2 2008.
The C702a Cyber-shot™and C702c Cyber-shot™are EDGE/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900 phones that will be available in selected markets within the same timeframe.

The C902 Cyber-shot™ is a UMTS/HSDPA 2100 and EDGE/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900 phone that will be available in selected markets in Swift Black or Luscious Red from Q2 2008.
The C902c Cyber-shot™ is an EDGE/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900 phone that will be available in selected markets within the same timeframe.

The CCR-70 M2 USB Adapter will also be available in selected markets from Q2 2008.

Besides of the Walkman line, Sony Ericsson has also expanded the Cyber - Shot line with two new Cyber - Shot handsets - Sony Ericsson C702 and Sony Ericsson C902 which as you can see have started a new C series.
Sony Ericsson C702 is equipped with a 3.2 MP digital camera and Sony Ericsson C902 is equipped with a powerful 5.0 MP camera. Those two phones, packed with the latest camera technology, make it effortless to take perfect pictures of those spontaneous moments – day or night, at a bar or at the beach – and instantly share them with your friends and family. The Sony Ericsson C702 Cyber-Shot is engineered to let you take pictures in any position. The camera key and the active lens cover are specifically designed and placed so that you can stabilize the 3.2 MP camera and capture the moment with one hand - perfect for an active lifestyle. Combine this with steady-grip materials and a wrist-strap provided in-box, and the C702 Cyber-Shot is really geared to go to more places.
Ultra-compact, stylish and with a unique lens cover that slides open to reveal the 5.0 MP Auto Focus camera, the C902 Cyber-Shot sports a camera performance beyond its sleek and slim looks. The phone’s lighting dramatically signals when you are in camera mode by switching from white to blue. The eight camera touch keys come to life and let you choose between camera modes, Photo Flash, Face Detection and Auto Focus, and more with just one touch without moving your finger from the shutter button.

Sony Ericsson C702 Cyber-Shot and C902 Cyber-Shot – At A Glance

Sony Ericsson C702	Sony Ericsson C902
Specifications
Size: 106 x 48 x 15.5 mm Weight: 105 grams Colours: Speed Black Cyan Blue Screen: 262,144 colour TFT Resolution: 240x320 pixels Size: 2.2 inches Phone memory: Up to 160MB Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™) support Talk time GSM: Up to 7 hrs Standby time GSM: Up to 300 hrs Talk time UMTS: Up to 5 hrs Standby time UMTS: Up to 300 hrs		Size: 108 x 49 x 10,5 mm Weight: 107 grams Colors: Swift Black Luscious Red Screen: 262,144 colour TFT Resolution: 240x320 pixels Size: 2 inches Phone memory: Up to 160MB Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™) support Talk time GSM: Up to 9 hrs Standby time GSM: Up to 400 hrs Talk time UMTS: Up to 3.5 hrs Standby time UMTS: Up to 350 hrs
Network
UMTS/HSDPA 2100 - GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900	UMTS/HSDPA 2100 - GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900
Camera
Auto Focus 3.2 megapixel camera 2x digital zoom Face Detection Photo fix Photo light Picture blogging Red eye reduction Video recording	Auto Focus Auto rotate BestPic™ 5 megapixel camera 2.5x digital zoom Face Detection Photo fix Photo flash Picture blogging Video recording Video light Video stabiliser Image stabiliser
Music/Entertainment/Navigation
aGPS Google maps for mobile Wayfinder Geo tagging Album art Bluetooth stereo (A2DP) Media player Mega Bass™ Music tones (MP3/AAC) PlayNow™ TrackID™ FM radio Java Media Video streaming Video viewing	Media player Mega Bass™ Music tones (MP3/AAC) PlayNow™ TrackID™ FM radio Java Media Video streaming Video viewing 3D games
Web/Internet
Access NetFront™ Web browser RSS feeds	Access NetFront™ Web browser RSS feeds
Communication & Messaging
Polyphonic ringtones Speakerphone Vibrating alert Video calling Email Instant messaging Picture messaging (MMS) Predictive text input Sound recorder Text messaging (SMS)	Polyphonic ringtones Speakerphone Vibrating alert Video calling Email Instant messaging Picture messaging (MMS) Predictive text input Sound recorder Text messaging (SMS)
Design
Dynamic themes Navigation key Picture wallpaper Wallpaper animation	Navigation key Picture wallpaper Wallpaper animation
Connectivity
Bluetooth™ technology Modem Synchronisation USB mass storage USB support	Bluetooth™ technology Modem Synchronisation USB mass storage USB support PictBridge
Organiser
Alarm clock Calculator Calendar Flight mode Notes Phone book Stopwatch Tasks Timer	Alarm clock Calculator Calendar Flight mode Notes Phone book Stopwatch Tasks Timer
Accessories (In-Box)
Battery Charger USB cable Stereo Portable Handsfree Wrist strap Sony Ericsson PC Suite Media Manage User guide.	Battery Charger USB cable Stereo Portable Handsfree Wrist strap in leather Sony Ericsson PC Suite Media Manage User guide.

Both handsets will be available in selected markets from Q2 2008. Official press release will follow quickly.

The Sony Ericsson W980 brings an unrivaled music experience that gives you every excuse to lose yourself in acoustic bliss

Sony Ericsson revealed the W980, a Walkman® phone that promises to get the most out of your music. Its unique audio enhancing technology, together with the Walkman® on Top design, sees the W980 cement Sony Ericsson’s position as a true market leader in the world of music on your mobile.

“The W980 Walkman® phone really sets a new standard for music on your phone,” said Ben Padley, Head of Music Marketing, at Sony Ericsson. “We wanted to design a leading music player that we could combine with a feature-packed phone, all the while pioneering an audio experience that always left you wanting more. The W980 will surpass all expectations.”

W980 Walkman® phone Created with music in mind

• Clear audio experience
Superior sound quality lets you enjoy your music as it was meant to be heard
• Walkman® on Top
Intuitive music access and control,
• Storage solutions
8GB internal memory lets you store up to 8,000 songs*

Be true to the original recording
The W980 Walkman® phone is designed to allow you to listen to music as it should be heard. Clear stereo enables the music to sound like the original recording. Clear bass delivers distortion free sound even at higher volumes. These features combine with the premium headphones, the Stereo Portable Handsfree HPM-77, to deliver an incredible clear audio experience and music that sounds as true as possible to the original recording

Share your music with friends
The W980 Walkman® phone has a built-in FM transmitter, which allows you to send whatever’s playing on your phone to other devices with a built-in FM radio receiver. This gives you the ability to share your music with all those around you, whether through a friend’s hi-fi or your car stereo.
Quality music is made for sharing with the W980. Unplug your headset, sit back and let the music flow through the integrated stereo speakers for all to enjoy. Select a track from the extensive music library – the W980 lets you store up to 8000 songs* – or tune in to your favourite radio station and listen out loud. No need to plug in an FM Receiver, since this is on-board with the W980.

Build your collection every day
With the recent evolution of PlayNow™ arena, Sony Ericsson’s popular over-the-air (OTA) and web download service being launched this May, you will be able to access up to 5 million tracks to maximise your music collection. The W980’s TrackID™ feature, which can identify any track that you just can’t put a name to, will be fully integrated into PlayNow™ arena. This makes the W980 a genuine gateway to great music, as you can download the track instantly once it has been identified.

Customise your sound
You can tailor the W980’s Walkman® player to the music that you’re listening to. This latest Walkman® phone provides a choice of eight equaliser presets, each of which contains a distinct profile that is suitable to a range of music. So whether you’re listening to jazz, pop or heavy metal, you’ve can always choose the best sound for the song.

Control your music at your fingertips
The Walkman® on Top feature on the W980 gives you the full functionality of a Walkman® player without even having to open your phone. The entire Walkman® player that would normally be displayed on the inside of your clamshell is also replicated on the outside of the phone, so navigation through your music library is effortless.

Balance and beat
Every music enthusiast knows that a great audio experience requires great quality speakers or headphones. The W980 Walkman® phone comes with the new Stereo Portable Handsfree HPM-77; a headset that lets you enjoy music in powerful stereo sound. The HPM-77 also allows users to take their calls handsfree, and its sleek design and in-ear wearing-style mean that it’s both comfortable and reduces background noise to the bare minimum.

Whether listening via the headphones or the stereo speakers, the W980 Walkman® phone is a must-have for those who want an unrivalled music experience, which they carry with them every minute of the day. It is a UMTS/HSDPA 2100 GSM/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900 phone that will be available in selected markets from Q3 2008.

The Stereo Portable Handsfree HPM-77 will be available in selected markets from June 2008.

Sony Ericsson has expanded the Walkman line and announced a new clamshell handset Sony Ericsson W980.

Its unique audio enhancing technology, together with the Walkman on Top design, sees the W980 cement Sony Ericsson’s position as a true market leader in the world of music on your mobile. The W980 Walkman phone has a built-in FM transmitter, which allows you to send whatever is playing on your phone to other devices with a built-in FM radio receiver. This gives you the ability to share your music with all those around you, whether through a friend’s Hi-Fi or your car stereo.

New Clamshell Walkman is equipped with 2.2 inch TFT 262K main screen with 240 x 320 resolution and external TFT screen with 262K color at 176 x 176 pixels resolution, 3.2 MP camera with 3.2x digital zoom, supports Bluetooth and contains 8GB built in memory, the dimension of the housing is 92 x 46 x 16.9 mm and weight is 100 grams, handset intended to work in UMTS/HSDPA 2100 -
GSM/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900 networks.

Sony Ericsson W980 – At a Glance

Networks: UMTS/HSDPA 2100 - GSM/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900
Size: 92 x 46 x 16.9 mm
Weight: 100 grams
Color: Piano Black
Main screen: 262,144 colour TFT
Resolution: 240 x 320 pixels
Size: 2.2 inches
External screen: 262,144 colour TFT
Resolution: 176 x 176 pixels
Phone memory: Up to 8 GB
Talk time GSM: 9h
Standby time GSM: TBD300h
Talk time UMTS: 3.5h
Standby time UMTS: 300h
Music listening time: 16h

Music and Entertainment: Walkman® player, Clear stereo, Clear bass, Album art, FM transmitter, Shake control, SensMe™, PlayNow™, TrackID™, Bluetooth™ stereo (A2DP), Music tones (MP3/AAC), 3D games, Java™, FM radio with RDS, Video streaming, Video viewing

Camera: 3.2 megapixel camera, 3.2x digital zoom, Picture blogging, Video blogging, Video recording with 4x digital zoom, Photo fix, Auto rotate, x-Pict Story™, PictBridge printing

Internet: Access NetFront™ Web browser, Web feeds, Photo feeds

Communication & Messaging: Polyphonic ringtones, Speakerphone, Vibrating alert, Video calling, Email, Picture messaging (MMS), Predictive text input, Sound recorder, Text messaging (SMS)

Design: Navigation key, Picture wallpaper, Wallpaper animation

Connectivity: Bluetooth™ technology, Modem, Synchronization, Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®, USB mass storage, USB support

Organizer: Alarm clock, Calculator, Calendar, Flight mode, Notes, Phone book, Stopwatch, Tasks, Timer

Accessories (In-Box):
Battery (BST-38)
Charger (CST-70)
USB Cable (DCU-60)
Stereo Portable Handsfree (HPM-77)
Sony Ericsson PC Suite
Media Manager
User guide

Optional:
Active Speaker MAS-100
Protective case with built-in speaker and FM radio antenna: Bring and share your music outdoors.
Bluetooth™ Car Speakerphone HCB-150
A portable handsfree solution for use in the car.
Music Portable Bluetooth™ Speaker MBS-100
Designed for rich sound.
Music Desk Stand CDS-75
The smart and convenient way to charge your phone.

Available in selected markets from Q3 2008.

Official press release and pictures will follow quickly.