Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Android Phone

  • Android-powered smartphone with 4-inch touchscreen, onscreen QWERTY keyboard, and unique social networking and entertainment features
  • Enabled for AT&T’s fast 3G HSDPA network; integrated GPS for navigation using Google Maps or optional AT&T Navigator
  • Wi-Fi networking; 8.1-megapixel camera/camcorder with dual LED flash; Bluetooth stereo music; microSD expansion to 32 GB; access to personal and Exchange e-mail
  • Up to 8 hours of talk time, up to 415 hours (17+ days) of standby time; released in August, 2010
  • What’s in the Box: handset, rechargeable battery, charger, 2 GB microSD memory card, quick start guide

Amazon.com Product Description

Cutting-edge, beautiful and fun, the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 for AT&T raises the bar for Android smartphone with unique communication and entertainment features and a powerful 8.1-megapixel camera/camcorder. You’ll also be able to zip through the Web and multitask between a bevy of apps with the Xperia X10′s speedy 1 GHz Snapdragon processor and AT&T’s lightning quick 3G network.

Enjoy easy access to your favorite Google services, including Google
Talk, Google Maps, Gmail, YouTube,
and more (see larger image).

In addition to fast video downloads and photo uploads to social networking site, AT&T’s 3G network enables you to can make a call while simultaneously receiving picture/text messages and e-mail, or viewing Web pages. And with its Wi-Fi capabilities (802.11b/g), the Xperia X10 will receive AT&T Wi-Fi access at U.S. hotspots (with more than 20,000 U.S. hotspots) included as part of an unlimited data plan.

With integrated Google technology from the Android 1.6 operating system, the Xperia X10 brings one-touch access to the popular Google mobile services millions use every day, including Google Search by voice, Google Maps with Street View, GTalk instant messaging (with presence capabilities), YouTube, and Picasa. It also provides easy access to both personal and corporate e-mail, calendars, and contacts supported by Exchange Server and Gmail. And through Android Market, you’ll get access to thousands of useful applications, widgets and fun games to download and install on your phone, with many more apps being added every day.

Elegantly designed with precise lines and flowing curves, the Xperia X10 features a 4-inch capacitive touchscreen display with an onscreen QWERTY keyboard, and includes a 2 GB microSD card for storing music, video, photos, apps, and more. Other features include Bluetooth for hands-free devices and stereo music streaming, aGPS for turn-by-turn navigation using Google Maps (as well as other optional apps and services), a Webkit-based HTML browser, MP3 player, and up to 8 hours of talk time.

Sony Ericsson Mediascape and Timescape Apps

The Xperia X10 features two signature Sony Ericsson apps that build on the Android platform to enhance your communications and entertainment experience.

  • Timescape is a unique communication application that automatically organizes social interactions in chronological order, leaving you free to concentrate on keeping in touch on the go. From Facebook and Twitter updates to photos, e-mails, and text messages, a scrolling menu offers easy viewing and organization of all communications. Additionally, tap the Timescape Infinite button to bring up and view all communications from a single person in a single place.
  • Mediascape gathers music, photos, videos and content from your phone’s memory card and online, letting you browse, search, listen and share your media from one unified view. You can view photos taken on the Xperia X10 as well as your Facebook and Picasa web albums, or, when listening to a favorite song on your phone, press the Mediascape Infinite button to access related content about the artist pulled from the phone’s memory as well as albums, songs, and video content from YouTube and search results from Google.

The Xperia X10 comes fully loaded with a 4-inch crystal clear touchscreen display and super-fast 1 GHz Snapdragon processor (see larger image as well as a schematic of all controls and ports).

The 8.1-megapixel camera with smile detection, face recognition, autofocus and LED flash.

Key Features

  • Fast 3G connectivity via AT&T’s HSDPA/UMTS network (850/1900 MHz bands; 3.6/7.2 Mbps speeds with network availability).
  • Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g) for accessing home and corporate networks as well as hotspots while on the go. Connect for free using one of the over 20,000 AT&T Wi-Fi hotspots nationwide.
  • Powered by the Android operating system (version 1.6) with deep integration of Google services and access to thousands of apps to customize your phone via the Android Market.
  • 1 GHz Snapdragon processor speeds up everything–from playing games to watching shows to opening files from work.
  • Integrated GPS with a choice of navigation apps:
    • Google Maps Navigation (Beta) provides free, pre-loaded turn-by-turn voice guidance. Powered by Google and requiring an Internet connection, it enables you to simply say “Navigate to [your destination]” to get on your way. See live traffic, use Street View or satellite imagery to view your route, and get access to the most recent maps and business information from Google Maps without ever needing to update your device.
    • AT&T Navigator service is downloadable via Android Market and includes audible turn-by-turn directions, real-time traffic updates, and re-routing options.
  • 4-inch touchscreen display (480 x 854 pixels, 65K colors)
  • Onscreen QWERTY keyboard
  • 8.1-megapixel auto-focus camera with the following features:
    • Up to 16x digital zoom
    • Image stabilizer helps you avoid blurriness caused by slight hand movements.
    • Face recognition automatically recognizes up to five faces in your picture.
    • Geo tagging includes location information from where it was taken
    • Smile detection allows the camera automatically snap the shot when your subject flashes a smile
  • Video capture capabilities with video light for shooting in low-lit conditions.
  • Digital audio and video player
  • Bluetooth connectivity (version 2.1) includes profiles for communication headset, hands-free car kits, and the A2DP Bluetooth profile–enabling you to wirelessly stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones or speaker dock.
  • Memory expansion via microSD card slot with support for optional cards up to 32 GB (a 2 GB card is included)
  • 1 GB internal memory
  • Text, picture and video messaging
  • HTML Web browser (Webkit)
  • Instant messaging is available through AIM, Windows Live, Yahoo!, and Google Talk.
  • Push e-mail via Google and Exchange with support for IMAP and POP, MSN Hotmail, Yahoo Mail and AOL Mail.
  • Organizer tools including calendar, alarm clock, and calculator
  • Airplane mode allows you to listen to music while the cellular connectivity is turned off.
  • 3.5mm audio jack
  • Speakerphone

Vital Statistics
The Xperia X10 weighs 4.8 ounces and measures 4.7 x 2.5 x 0.5 inches. Its 1500 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 8 hours of talk time, and up to 415 hours (17+ days) of standby time. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE frequencies as well as AT&T’s dual-band 3G network (850/1900 MHz; HSDPA/UMTS).

What’s in the Box
Xperia X10 handset, rechargeable battery, charger, 2 GB microSD memory card, quick start guide

AT&T Services

High-speed data connectivity via AT&T’s 3G mobile broadband data network: The dual-band 850/1900 MHz 3G network provides up to 3.6/7.2 Mbps of download speed, making it possible to enjoy a variety of feature-rich wireless multimedia services, and it gives you the advantage of offering simultaneous voice and data services.

In areas where the 3G network is not available, you’ll continue to receive service on the AT&T EDGE network, which offers availability in more than 13,000 US cities and along some 40,000 miles of major highways. Providing average data speeds between 75-135Kbps, it’s fast enough to support a wide range of advanced data services, including full picture and video messaging, high-speed color Internet access, and e-mail on the go.

The full-featured, premium AT&T Navigator GPS navigation application includes audible turn-by-turn directions, real-time traffic updates and re-routing options, and 3D moving maps (additional charges applicable). AT&T Navigator offers several other features to make your commute more enjoyable and reliable, including mobile access to Yellowpages.com. Additionally, AT&T Navigator is the only mobile phone-based GPS service that provides integrated speech recognition for address entry and points of interest search.

Rating:
Sale Price: $29.99
Total Costumer Reviews:(5)

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5 Responses to “Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Android Phone”

  1. M. Sayid says:
    September 4, 2010 at 5:26 am

    -Even with a brilliant huge 4″ display, it feels really comfortable and light in hand thanks to its very sleek design.

    -8.1 MP camera is one of the best you can find on smartphones.

    -Android market has all the apps I need – love it.

    -Its music player simply rocks. Stock headphone delivers clean and crisp bass -which is quite a rarity. Watching youtube and other videos on it over 3G/wifi is really an awesome experience.

    -Android 1.6 works just fine for me as I’m used to +/- zooming. And because of the big high resolution display, I don’t have to zoom that often. I will probably not buy anything with smaller display again. It’s so much fun to browse on a 4″ display.

    -Battery life is above the average. If you use your ‘smartphone’ quite often every day, you’ve to plug it in every night anyway.

    -Its trademark features timescape and mediascape are really interesting. They put together all my daily and social activities in one single place.

    Overall, I’m very satisfied with this phone.
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  2. Walt says:
    September 4, 2010 at 6:38 am

    I’ve had many, many smartphones. I also currently own a Nexus One so I’m very familiar with Android. I had purchased a Samsung Captivate as a second phone to carry, but returned it due to some issues. The Xperia X10 is just a really great device. Phone reception is really great and gps functions spot on.

    Timescape is a very nice way to keep up with social feeds and the presentation is pretty killer.

    Mediascape is an incredible improvement over the stock Android media players. SE did a great job in covering up Android 1.6 with their own custom skin. They have also added things like Exchange support that would be lacking in many older versions of the OS. It’s a very pretty UI and overall a pleasure to use vs stock Android.

    This is a very short review, but I will say that I highly recommend the X10.
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  3. coolbobdon says:
    September 4, 2010 at 9:09 am

    Xperia

    While I salivated when I saw the white Xperia, the black Xperia did curb my salivation :) I almost got the Captivate, but saw this on Amazon Wireless – and didn’t think twice ! Amazon Wireless has been excellent with providing quality service and quick shipping and handling. That being said, here’s my take on this beaut from SE.

    Pros :

    (1)Excellent call quality(TTY is turned on all the time – after doing some research)

    (2)GPS ROCKS – Locks fast and took me on a 1000+ mile trip without losing connectivity -ANYWHERE, ANYTIME !

    (3)Timescape and Mediascape are good – use them extensively. No lag found unlike those mentioned in some forums that I’ve come across.

    (4)Battery life – Good enough 1+ days easy(although I diligently turn off wifi/3g and use “the” app to extensively kill stuff I don’t use/need). The Li-po battery does not have a memory effect unlike others so keep it charged whenever it dips below 30-40%

    (5)Screen quality is crisp if you save yourself the bother and turn the Auto feature off.40-50% screen brightness should perk up the screen

    (6)Camera snaps and video are A++++ during day, but during night…

    (7)Music quality is crisp and clear(streaming over 3G/Wi-fi is spectacular)

    (8)1 ghz processor does justice to 1.6, and gets the work done.I haven’t experienced any lag/delay. The supposedly update to 2.1/2 will make it fly

    (9)Build quality is awesome. Think BMW !

    (10)Looks are subjective, but I think this is one of the best looking phones out there..period

    Cons :

    (1)Missing out on “good” apps available for 2.2

    (2)ATT’s crapola bloated apps eating into the precious memory

    (3)Night time camera snaps are crap mostly due to the lack of a flash. The “LED” flash serves the purpose of a flash-light..nothing more !

    (4)Came with a 2GB Microsd installed – Expected that since SE is not the most generous when it comes to giving freebies(Have upgraded it to a 8gb class 6 though!)

    (5)Speakers are feeble, wish they could have had 2. Own a N95 8GB as well – the dual speakers that this baby has can drive you deaf :)

    Overall:

    I have used SE since their T68i days, and my last one was a N95 8GB(if only it had a touch screen – it would beat the pants outta every android phone out there :) !! – I am personally very happy to have bought this phone over other “better” phones out there. I would highly recommend this phone to people who don’t mind missing out on the latest and the greatest !!!!
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  4. AmazonShopper1222 says:
    September 4, 2010 at 12:09 pm

    When Sony Ericsson released the Xperia X1, I wanted it but it never came out to the United States. Then the X2 came out and it was kind of ‘bleh.’ When the X10 was announced in late 2009, I was disappointed that it wasn’t initially released in the U.S.. In mid-August 2010, AT&T and SonyStyle began selling it. I found out about Amazon’s wireless purchase service and saved a lot of money versus going through AT&T or SonyStyle directly. I upgraded my old AT&T Sony Ericsson clamshell feature phone to the X10 for [...]. That is a great price when you consider some of the hardware specs (such as CPU and camera) are still right in line with some of the current best Android phones which are selling for [...] and up.

    Pros:

    - Typical Sony quality design

    - 1GHz Snapdragon CPU

    - 8.1 megapixel camera

    - 4″ touch screen display

    - Mediascape which plays the photos, music, and video files on the phone and is much better than the stock Android player

    - Wired stereo headset is included

    - Bluetooth hardware paired with my Sony Ericsson HCB-105 handsfree car speakerphone and Monoprice UM-1100C headset with no problems

    Cons:

    - Android 1.6 out of the box, but I already knew this going into the purchase, and Sony Ericsson has already committed to a 2.1 upgrade soon

    - AT&T-installed apps (AT&T FamilyMap, AT&T Hot Spots, AT&T Maps, AT&T Navigator, AT&T Radio, and a few other 3rd-party apps) that cannot be removed

    - AT&T locks the phone to only being able to download and install Android apps from the Android Market

    On the fence about:

    - No 4G connectivity hardware, but that’s okay since it’s not supported in my area anyway

    - Timescape which covers email, chats, and social networking is really slick, but I don’t use any of that much anyway so it’s more of nice-to-have kind of thing

    - No multi-touch screen, but again I already knew this going into the purchase so it wasn’t a deal breaker

    - 2GB microSD card instead of the 8GB one that ships with the X10 everywhere else in the world, but that’s okay since I would have upgraded the card to a 16GB one anyway since you can get high speed class 4 ones in the low [...] when they go on sale

    The X10 has a few limitations compared to the latest-and-greatest that are out nowadays, but I’m more of an old-fashioned cell phone user where I’m turning off hardware features and killing application processes whenever possible while not being a big online and app user at the same time…which all goes into saving battery life…so I can live without some of the newer features out there. No matter how good a smartphone is today, none of them can replace a decent PC for me anyway which I still do most of my work, online stuff, and occasional games with.

    All in all, it’s a cool phone with very nice features. Once Android 2.1 is released for it, I’m sure it’ll be even better. And for [...] through Amazon (no tax and free two-day shipping too) for this level of hardware, it’s just one step from being given away. No rebates to deal with, and if you catch it at the right time the AT&T activation fee is waived as well.

    A great bang-for-the-buck Android smartphone! I have no regrets.
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  5. Isaac S. says:
    September 4, 2010 at 1:07 pm

    I’ve had this phone for a week now and I love it. Ir runs Android 1.6 but it is covered up nicely with Sony Ericsson’s beautiful custom skin. Timescape is a neat feature but probably something where the newness factor will wear off and I won’t use it very much down the road. Mediascape is a very cool media player with tons of functionality. Sometimes the processor is very snappy, and sometimes it’s not, it’s unpredictable at this point.

    Pros:

    Best bang for your buck when it comes to smartphones.

    Timescape and Mediascape are unique to this phone.

    Touchscreen isn’t perfect, but it is above average

    Great camera

    Contact list that links Facebook, emails, and everything else to a contact is really useful.

    Microusb charger and 3.5mm headphone jack. No proprietary connections.

    Expandable memory

    There is a extended battery available if you search the internet for it.

    External LED that blinks when you have a message or email or whatever. You can see the green light across the room and unlike other phones, you don’t have to unlock the screen anytime you want to see if you have a message

    LED flash on camera can be turned into a very bright flashlight if you download the free app

    Cons:

    Battery life (as with any Android phone)

    Speakerphone is below average

    No customizable equilaizer (at least not that I could find after a week of use)

    Missing functionality of newer builds of Android (although Android 2.1 will be rolled out for this phone before the end of the year)

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