Xperia ion revealed - first LTE smartphone from Sony available exclusively from AT&T
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* HD powerhouse - two HD cameras, 4.6-inch[1] HD screen and HDMI-out support
* Unmatched Android camera experience in the US with 12 megapixel rear camera
* Effortless sharing of content with easy connectivity across multiple screens
within the world of Sony
* PlayStation(TM) Certified and access to entertainment services from Sony
Entertainment Network
January 9, 2012, Las Vegas, Nev. - Xperia(TM) ion, the first LTE smartphone from
Sony®*, was introduced today at the 2012 International CES and will be available
exclusively in the U.S. from AT&T in the second quarter.
Xperia ion from Sony enables easy connectivity with multiple screens for
consumers looking to share and enjoy content on whichever screen they choose,
whether it's TV, smartphone, laptop or tablet.
Xperia ion from Sony has a stunning 4.6-inch HD display (1280 X 720 pixels) that
provides a visual brilliance for superior viewing experiences. For photo
enthusiasts, Xperia ion features a new Fast Capture innovation to make sure
life's unexpected moments are not missed: the HD camera goes from standby mode
to first shot in 1.5 seconds.[1] The impressive images taken with the 12-
megapixel rear camera are unmatched by any other Android smartphone.
Additionally, both rear- and front-facing cameras deliver HD recording
capabilities.
"With Xperia ion, we're bringing together several firsts that will take users
beyond the smartphone," said Paul Hamnett, President, Sony Ericsson North
America. "Designed to deliver a seamless experience across the multiple screens
we use to play, watch, listen, and share, Xperia ion is the gateway to
entertainment when and - most importantly - where you want it."
Xperia ion users will be able to access the richest entertainment experiences
from Sony Entertainment Network**. Music Unlimited offers a global catalogue of
12 million unique songs while Video Unlimited has the latest Hollywood
blockbusters and TV shows from all major studios***.
Xperia ion is also PlayStation(TM) Certified, guaranteeing a high quality
smartphone gaming experience.****
Xperia ion is launching on Android platform 2.3 (Gingerbread).
Key Features for Xperia ion:
* 4.6-inch HD Reality display with Mobile BRAVIA® Engine with HD resolution
screen (1280 x 720), as well as rear (1080p) and front (720p) cameras for HD
recording.
* 1.5GHz dual-core processor for fast browsing and content download, which can
be stored on the internal 16GB flash storage.
* 12MP rear camera with Sony Exmor R(TM) for mobile with fast-capture to go
from standby to first shot in less than two seconds.
* HD sharing through DLNA, HDMI and BRAVIA Sync to quickly and easily stream
content on other screens.
For full details on all products news, please visit the press room and the
product blog: blogs.sonyericsson.com/products/
*For illustrative purposes only. Not for commercial use or re-sale. Use of
"Sony" brand subject to regulatory approval.
**Sony Entertainment Network services are subject to availability by region,
please seewww.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com for more details.
*** The number of available songs varies by region.
**** Subject to market availability.
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[1] Legal
1) Facts and features may vary depending on local variant. 2) Operational times
are affected by network preferences, type of SIM card, connected accessories and
various activities e.g. playing games. Kit contents and colour options may
differ from market to market. The full range of accessories may not be
available in every market. 3) Actual size of screen is approximately 4.55".
Camera capabilities are accurate as the date of this release.
© Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, 2011
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respective owners. Any rights not expressly granted herein are reserved. All
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Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, SE-221 88 Lund, Sweden.
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About Sony Ericsson
Sony Ericsson is a 50:50 joint venture between Sony Corporation ("Sony") and
Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson ("Ericsson"). In October 2011 it was announced
by Sony and Ericsson that Sony will acquire Ericsson's stake in the company and
that Sony Ericsson will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony. The
transaction is expected to close in January 2012 and is subject to regulatory
approvals. Over the years Sony Ericsson has brought together the best
communication technologies with superior entertainment user experiences to
create its Xperia(TM) line of the 'most entertaining smartphones' in the mobile
handset industry. With its global corporate functions in London, Sony Ericsson
has sales and marketing operations in all major regions of the world, as well as
manufacturing in China, and product development sites in China, Japan, Sweden
and Silicon Valley, California. For more information, please
visitwww.sonyericsson.com/press.
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