Sony Ericsson Debuts New Xperia Android Smartphones And Smart Extras
Sony Ericsson today broadened its portfolio with the introduction of two new Xperia smartphones, ray and active, both of which are based on Gingerbread 2.3. The company also announced the new Sony Ericsson txt feature phone and two Smart Extras that enhance the overall Sony Ericsson experience.
Xperia ray combines a slim 9.4-mm form factor with a high-quality aluminium frame and a 3.3-inch screen. This Android smartphone also contains a 1GHz processor and uses Sony technology such as Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA engine and a 8.1-megapixel camera with Exmor R for mobile sensor. Xperia ray will be available globally in select markets, including Japan, from Q3.
Xperia active is a compact device that features a 3-inch screen, a 1GHz processor and a 5-megapixel camera. It is also dustproof and water-resistant. This smartphone features a corner user interface which comes pre-loaded with sports apps that enable users to easily track their fitness levels. By using the built-in GPS, barometer and compass in combination with the on-screen heart rate and pulse monitor (enabled by ANT+ wireless networking technology), and the iMapMyFitness app, users can monitor their day to day performance. Xperia active will be available globally in select markets from Q3, 2011.
Sony Ericsson txt is a feature phone aimed at providing consumers with specifications inspired by Xperia at an affordable price. It features a full QWERTY keyboard and a 2.6-inch screen and incorporates an SMS shortcut key for fast messaging. It also comes equipped with a "friends" application that enables users to see Facebook and Twitter updates at a glance from their top five friends. Sony Ericsson txt will be available globally in selected markets from Q3.
Aside from new smartphones, Sony Ericsson also announced two new Smart Extras: LiveDock multimedia station and LiveSound Hi-Fi headset.
LiveDock gives consumers the ability to integrate their Sony Ericsson smartphone into their home. By simply connecting their smartphone to the docking station, consumers will be able to launch applications from the Android Market and charge their phones at the same time. LiveDock will be available globally in selected markets from Q3.
As for the LiveSound headphones, they also allow consumers to remotely access applications from the phone through LiveKey control, which provides direct access to applications with a simple push of a button. LiveSound will be available globally in select markets from Q3, 2011.
Source: Sony Ericsson
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