Sony Ericsson Launched X8 Android Phone in Singapore

Sony Ericsson launched Xperia X8 in Singapore. The recommended retail price is S$438 without contract.

Sony Ericsson extends Xperia™ range of entertaining smartphones with new Xperia™ X8

• 4-corner user interface for easy one-handed usage
• Timescape™ function that shows all your social communication in one place
• 3.2 MP camera for snapping photos and immediate uploads to your social networks
• Preloaded Android apps that will enhance your communication and entertainment experience with your smartphone

Singapore – October 15, 2010 – Today Sony Ericsson announces the Xperia™ X8, which will build on the success of the Xperia™ X10, X10 mini and mini pro and extend the collection of most entertaining smartphones to an even broader audience.

The Sony Ericsson Xperia™ X8 is a great entertainment smartphone that extends the appeal of the Xperia™ collection to new market segments. The user interface is similar to that of the Xperia™ X10 mini, with the four-corners that give easy one-hand use and can be customised for one touch access to your favourite applications. The Xperia™ X8 also includes Timescape™ for easy access to all your social networking and the infinite button for one click access to a world of content. The open Android operating system delivers great smartphone functionality and access to thousands of applications on Android Market™.

Eugene Goh, Deputy General Manager & Head of Singapore, Sony Ericsson, said, “We are delighted to be able to bring the full experience of our Xperia^TM smartphones to new consumers by delivering a fully featured device at a more accessible price point. With the newly available preloaded apps on Sony Ericsson Xperia^TM X8 smartphones, our Singapore customers are able to enjoy an enhanced communication and entertainment experience with apps that provide local context and services.”

The Sony Ericsson Xperia™ X8 is perfect for enjoying multimedia entertainment. Whether it’s a game from the Android Market™, the latest funny clips on YouTube™ or browsing the web, the 3-inch screen means you won’t miss a thing. Discover and download songs from PlayNow™, then listen to all your music using the 3.5mm headphone jack. If you are feeling more creative, there’s a 3.2 MP camera and video recording functionality.

Sony Ericsson Xperia™ X8 – Key features

• Four corners for easy one hand use and one touch access to applications
• Customise the four corners with your favourite apps and add widgets to your homescreens
• Enjoy games, video, internet and more on the 3-inch screen
• Timescape™ shows all your communication in one place for ultimate simplicity
• Android Market™ – thousands of applications to keep you entertained
• 3.2 MP camera – snap away and upload instantly to Facebook™
• Preloaded apps, for Singapore customers only, including ShowNearby™ for Sony Ericsson, Evernote and TrackID^TM to further enhance your communication and entertainment experience

Availability

The Xperia™ X8 supports GSM GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 and UMTS HSPA 900/2100.

The Xperia™ X8 is available in Singapore in these colours: White, Dark Blue/White, Pink/White, and Silver/White.

The recommended retail price is S$438 without contract.

Preloaded apps will be available on the Sony Ericsson Xperia™ X8 and all Xperia™ smartphones from October 2010. More information is available in the appended fact sheet.

Additionally, Singapore customers who register their phone within 14 days of purchase at http://sonyericsson.ewarranty.sg will qualify for 3 additional months of warranty above the standard one year warranty period.

Useful links

Log on to The Sony Ericsson Product Blog for more information: http://blogs.sonyericsson.com/products

Product images: www.sonyericsson.com/press

Sony Ericsson Singapore Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/sonyericssonsingapore

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