Sony Ericsson Will Offer Windows-Based XPERIA X2
By adminSony Ericsson has announced its second enterprise smartphone. The London-based mobile-phone maker introduced Wednesday the XPERIA X2, a Windows Mobile 6.5-based smartphone equipped with a QWERTY keyboard, a high-resolution touchscreen, and an 8.2-megapixel camera.
No release date or pricing was announced for the X2, which will come in black and silver, but the company said it will be available in select markets in the fourth quarter.
“It’s a smartphone, which gives it immediate credibility,” said Ramon Llamas, an IDC analyst. “It has a pretty cool user interface, considering it is a touchscreen. You have to give Sony Ericsson and Windows (credit).”
The X2 has Web browsing, text messaging, and a video camera. “For a lot of smartphones, all of that should already be included and is a prerequisite, not a nice to have,” Llamas said.
The device supports North American 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS. “It’s cool, compelling, but I don’t think the smartphone will be the end-all,” Llamas said.
A feature that Sony Ericsson is touting is the X2’s ability to plug into a television. However, analysts say it’s not a feature that will woo customers.
“When was the last time you uploaded something to your TV from your mobile phone?” asked Llamas. Sony Ericsson hopes the feature will woo business customers who need to show a presentation on the fly.
Sony Ericsson also announced the Panel software developer kit on Wednesday to encourage developers to create content for the XPERIA X2. The interface includes 14 preloaded panels on the home screen offering business, fun and communication features, according to the company. Sixteen additional panels are available for download, including CNN, Google and Skype.
“Putting developers’ applications directly in front of consumers is a crucial focus for us,” said Christopher David, head of developer and partner engagement at Sony Ericsson….
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