Sony Ericsson unveils its fastest entertainment experiences to date with Xperia(TM) arc S
(Thomson Reuters ONE) -
* Xperia(TM) arc S has a powerful 1.4 Ghz processor delivering up to 25%
faster entertainment compared to Xperia arc (TM)
* Winner of the EISA award "European Camera Phone 2011-2012"*
31st August 2011, Berlin, Germany - Sony Ericsson today unveiled Xperia(TM) arc
S at Sony's press conference in conjunction with IFA in Berlin. Taking the
award-winning sleek design from Xperia arc*,the latest addition to the
Xperia(TM) family has a processor upgraded to 1.4Ghz, Sony 3D sweep panorama
technology and access to the Sony Entertainment Network services - "Music
Unlimited" and "Video Unlimited"**. Xperia(TM) arc S features 25% faster camera
start up and media conversion , along with 20% faster web page rendering
compared to Xperia(TM) arc***.
Consumers with a 2011 Xperia(TM) smartphone are now able to enjoy "Music
Unlimited" and "Video Unlimited" subject to market availability**:
* "Music Unlimited" has a global catalogue of over 10 million unique songs****
with access to your personal music library and ad free radio channels across
multiple devices.
* "Video Unlimited" (currently exclusive to Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM)) is the
ultimate source for the latest Hollywood blockbusters, all-time classics,
and TV shows from all major studios.
Nikolaus Scheurer, Head of Product Marketing at Sony Ericsson said: "Xperia(TM)
arc S is the fastest and most entertaining Xperia(TM) to date and it clearly
demonstrates how the Xperia(TM) family are the best smartphones to experience
great entertainment services such as Music Unlimited and Video Unlimited."
In addition to these services, Xperia(TM) arc S includes best-in-class Sony
technology such as 3D sweep panorama. 3D sweep panorama images can be captured
and then viewed by connecting the phone to a 3D TV using the HDMI output.
Xperia(TM) arc S also has a visually brilliant 4.2" Reality Display with Mobile
BRAVIA® Engine, an 8.1mp camera with HD video capability and Sony's award
winning Exmor R(TM) for mobile image sensor that enhances still images and
videos even in low light conditions.
Consumers also have access to a uniquely social entertainment experience of
sharing and discovery with Facebook inside Xperia(TM), plus the extensive world
of Android with over 250,000 applications.
Xperia(TM) arc S at a glance:
* Super fast 1.4 GHz processor
* 3D and 2D sweep panorama photography
* 8.1 MP camera with Exmor R(TM) for mobile image sensor
* 4.2" Reality display with Mobile BRAVIA® Engine
* Latest Android(TM) platform Gingerbread 2.3
Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) arc S will be available globally in selected markets
from Q4 2011.
For full details all products news, please visit the press room and the product
blog:
http://www.sonyericsson.com/cws/corporate/press/pressreleases/latestnews
http://blogs.sonyericsson.com/products/
* Xperia(TM)arc S and Xperia(TM) arc are winners of the EISA (European Imaging
and Sound Association) award for European Camera Phone 2011-2012. Xperia(TM) arc
is also the winner of the prestigious red dot Product Design Award 2011
** Availability of Sony Entertainment Network services:
* "Music Unlimited" and "Video Unlimited" are expected to become available on
Xperia(TM) arc S and launch timing will vary by region. Customers will be
notified when services are available.
* Markets for Video Unlimited: USA, Italy, Spain, Germany, UK, France,
Australia, Canada and Japan
* Markets for Music Unlimited: USA, Italy, Spain, Germany, UK, France,
Australia, Ireland, New Zealand
*** Based on internal tests.
**** The number of songs available from this catalogue varies by region
- ENDS -
+--------------------------------+---------------------------------------------+
|Sony Ericsson Xperia(TM) arc S | |
| | |
+--------------------------------+---------------------------------------------+
|Colour |Pure White |
| |Midnight Blue |
| |Misty Silver |
| |Gloss Black |
| |Sakura Pink |
+--------------------------------+---------------------------------------------+
|Facts 1)2) |Size: 125 x 63 x 8.7 mm |
| |Weight: 117 grams |
| |Operating system: Google(TM) Android 2.3.4 |
| |(Gingerbread) |
| |Processor: 1.4 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon |
| |MSM8255 |
+--------------------------------+---------------------------------------------+
|Camera |3D sweep panorama |
| |8.1 megapixel camera |
| |16x smart zoom |
| |Aperture f/2.4 |
| |Auto focus |
| |Face detection |
| |Face recognition |
| |Flash/LED |
| |Geo tagging |
| |HD video recording (720p) |
| |Image stabiliser |
| |Red-eye reduction |
| |Scene detection |
| |Self-timer |
| |Send to web |
| |Smile detection |
| |Sony Exmor R(TM) for mobile image sensor |
| |Sweep panorama |
| |Touch capture |
| |Touch focus |
| |Video light |
| |Video recording |
| |Video stabiliser |
+--------------------------------+---------------------------------------------+
|Music |Album art |
| |Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP) |
| |Music tones (MP3/AAC) |
| |PlayNow(TM) service |
| |Sony Ericsson Music Player |
| |TrackID(TM) music recognition |
| |xLOUD(TM) Loudness Enhancement Technology |
+--------------------------------+---------------------------------------------+
|Internet |Android Market(TM) |
| |Bookmarks |
| |Google(TM) search |
| |Google Voice(TM) Search |
| |Pan & zoom |
| |Web browser (WebKit) |
+--------------------------------+---------------------------------------------+
|Communication |Call list |
| |Conference calls |
| |Facebook(TM) application |
| |Facebook inside Xperia(TM) 2.0 |
| |Google Talk(TM) |
| |Noise Shield |
| |Polyphonic ringtones |
| |Sony Ericsson Timescape(TM) |
| |Speakerphone |
| |Twitter(TM) (Timescape(TM)integration)* |
| |Vibrating alert |
+--------------------------------+---------------------------------------------+
|Messaging |Conversations |
| |Email |
| |Google Mail(TM) |
| |Instant messaging |
| |Multimedia messaging (MMS) |
| |Predictive text input |
| |Sound recorder |
| |Text messaging (SMS) |
+--------------------------------+---------------------------------------------+
|Design |Auto rotation |
| |Keyboard (on-screen, QWERTY) |
| |Live wallpaper |
| |Picture wallpaper |
| |Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA® Engine |
| |Screenshot capturing |
| |Swipe to write |
| |Touch screen |
+--------------------------------+---------------------------------------------+
|Entertainment |3D games |
| |Accelerated Adobe Flash Video |
| |Media browser |
| |Motion gaming |
| |Video Unlimited |
|* This service may not be |Music Unlimited |
|available in every market |Radio (FM radio with RDS) |
| |Video streaming |
| |YouTube(TM)* |
+--------------------------------+---------------------------------------------+
|Organiser |Alarm clock |
| |Calculator |
| |Calendar |
| |Document readers |
| |E-Manual |
| |Flight mode |
| |Google Calendar(TM) |
| |Google Gallery 3D |
| |Infinite button |
| |Phonebook |
| |Setup guide |
| |Widget manager |
+--------------------------------+---------------------------------------------+
|Connectivity |3.5 mm audio jack |
| |aGPS |
| |Bluetooth(TM) technology |
| |DLNA Certified(TM) |
| |Google Latitude(TM) |
| |Google Maps(TM) with Street View |
| |HDMI support |
| |Media Transfer Protocol support |
| |Micro USB support |
| |Modem |
| |Native USB tethering |
| |Synchronisation via Facebook(TM) |
| |Synchronisation via Google Sync(TM) |
| |Synchronisation via Sony Ericsson Sync |
| |Synchronisation via Exchange ActiveSync® |
| |USB mass storage |
| |USB High speed 2.0 support |
| |USB OTG |
| |Wi-Fi® |
| |Wi-Fi® Hotspot functionality |
+--------------------------------+---------------------------------------------+
|Display |16,777,216 colour TFT |
| | Capacitive multi-touch |
| | 4.2 inches |
| | 854 x 480 pixels (FWVGA) |
| | Shatter proof sheet on scratch-resistant |
| |mineral glass |
+--------------------------------+---------------------------------------------+
|Memory |Phone memory (user-free): Up to 320MB |
| |Memory card support: microSD(TM), up to 32GB |
+--------------------------------+---------------------------------------------+
|Networks |UMTS HSPA 900, 2100 |
| |GSM GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| | |
| |UMTS HSPA 800, 850, 1900, 2100 |
| |GSM GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
+--------------------------------+---------------------------------------------+
|Battery life |Talk time GSM/GPRS: Up to 7 hrs 25 min* |
| |Standby time GSM/GPRS: Up to 460 hrs* |
| | |
| |Talk time UMTS: Up to 7 hrs 35 min* |
| |Standby time UMTS: Up to 460 hrs* |
| | |
| |Music listening time: Up to 37 hrs* |
| |Video playback time: Up to 6 hrs 25 min* |
+--------------------------------+---------------------------------------------+
|In the kit |Xperia(TM) arc S |
| |Removable battery |
| |Stereo portable handsfree |
| |8GB microSD(TM) memory card |
| |Charger |
| |Micro USB cable for charging |
| |Synchronisation and file transfer |
| |User documentation |
+--------------------------------+---------------------------------------------+
*According to GSM Association Battery Life Measurement Technique. Battery
performance may vary depending on network conditions and configurations, and
phone usage
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.
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About Sony Ericsson
Sony Ericsson celebrates its 10th year as a joint venture between Sony
Corporation and Ericsson in October, 2011. 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 visit:www.sonyericsson.com/press.
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