Sony Ericsson Xperia active
Sony Ericsson today announced Xperia active, a compact smartphone targeting consumers with an active lifestyle, in conjunction with CommunicAsia 2011 in Singapore. With a 3” screen and running the latest Android platform for smartphones (Gingerbread 2.3), the phone packs Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine, a 5mp camera with HD video functionality, and a powerful 1Ghz processor. Xperia active is dust proof and water resistant and uniquely incorporates wet finger tracking, to ensure the phone works perfectly when either the screen or a user’s fingers are wet.
The phone comes pre-loaded with sports apps that enable consumers to easily track their fitness levels. Users can set their ideal training route using the built-in GPS, Barometer and Compass. On-screen heart rate and pulse can be monitored in realtime (enabled by ANT+ wireless networking technology), while the iMapMyFitness app can monitor day to day performance. Additionally, Facebook inside Xperia allows consumers to share their progress and experiences with friends.
Fredrik Mnsson, Global Product Marketing Manager, Sony Ericsson said: “Xperia active is the ultimate smartphone for an active life. Not only is it packed with all the features and applications consumers need for a worry free mobile life, it also comes with a set of accessories that make it fun and easy for them to take it everywhere, whatever their daily plans are.”
Maria Sharapova, a three time grand slam winning tennis player added: “I love this smartphone because it perfectly fits both my professional and personal needs. It keeps me in touch with my friends as I travel the world on the pro tour and tracks my fitness both on and off the court.”
Extras included in the box to further build the consumer experience:
One extra exchangeable soft touch back cover
Detachable ear hooks for the portable handsfree active headset
Wrist strap to keep the phone close at all times
An arm case for use during a workout
2GB memory card to save all your special moments
Micro USB cable for charging and computer data transfer
Water resistant – the phone can be kept under 1m of water for 30 mins.
Sony Ericsson Xperia active will be available globally in selected markets from Q3 2011.
Sony Ericsson Xperia active at a glance.
Please note that all services mentioned below may not be available in every market.
Colours
Orange band with black back cover – white extra cover in the kit
White band with black back cover – white extra cover in the kit
Facts
Operating system: Google Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
Size: 55 x 92 x 16.5mm
Weight: 110.8 grams
Camera
5 megapixel camera
8x digital zoom
Auto focus
Aperture f/2.6
Face detection
Face recognition
Flash/Photo light
Flash/LED
Geo tagging
HD video recording (720p)
Image stabiliser
Red-eye reduction
Scene detection
Self-timer
Send to web
Smile detection
Touch capture
Touch focus
Video light
Video recording
Music
Album art
Bluetooth stereo (A2DP)
Media player
Music tones (MP3/AAC)
PlayNow service
Sony Ericsson Music Player
TrackID music recognition
xLOUD
Internet
Android Market
Bookmarks
Google search
Google Voice Search
NeoReader barcode scanner
Pan & zoom
Web browser (WebKit)
Communication
Call list
Conference calls
Facebook application
Google Talk
Noise Shield
Polyphonic ringtones
Skype
Sony Ericsson Timescape
Speakerphone
Twitter (Timescape integration)
Vibrating alert
Messaging
Conversations
Google Mail
Instant messaging
Multimedia messaging (MMS)
Predictive text input
Sound recorder
Text messaging (SMS)
Design
Auto rotation
Four-corner Home screen
Keyboard (on-screen, 12 key)
Picture wallpaper
Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine
Touch screen
Live wallpaper
Dust and water resistant
Wet finger tracking
Entertainment
3D games
Health mate
Media browser
Motion gaming
Radio (FM radio with RDS)
Radio (FM)
Video streaming
Video viewing
Walk Mate
YouTube
Organiser
Alarm clock
Calculator
Calendar
Document readers
eCompass
E-Manual
Flight mode
Google Calendar
Google Gallery 3D
Infinite button
iMapMyFitness
Phonebook
Setup guide
Stopwatch
Tasks
Timer
Torch functionality
Widget manager
Connectivity
3.5 mm audio jack
aGPS
Bluetooth technology
DLNA Certified
Google Latitude
Google Maps for Mobile
Google Maps with Street View
Media Transfer Protocol support
Micro USB support
Modem
Native USB tethering
Pressure sensor
Synchronisation via Facebook
Synchronisation via Google Sync
Synchronisation via Sony Ericsson Sync
Synchronisation with computer
Synchronisation via Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync
USB mass storage
USB High speed 2.0 support
USB support
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi Hotspot functionality
Wisepilot turn-by-turn navigation
Display
Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine
16,777,216 colour TFT
Capacitive touchscreen (multi-touch) with wet finger tracking
3 inches
320 x 480 pixels
Scratch-resistant mineral glass
Memory
Phone memory (user-free): Up to 320MB
Memory card support: microSD, up to 32GB
Memory card included: 2GB microSD
Battery life
Talk time GSM/GPRS: Up to 4 hrs 53 min
Standby time GSM/GPRS: Up to 351 hrs
Talk time UMTS: Up to 5 hrs 31 min
Standby time UMTS: Up to 335 hrs
Music listening time: Up to 25 hrs
Video playback time: Up to 8 hrs 30 min
According to GSM Association Battery Life Measurement Technique. Battery performance may vary depending on network conditions and configurations, and phone usage.
Networks
UMTS HSPA 900, 2100
GSM GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900
UMTS HSPA 800, 1900, 2100
GSM GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900
In the kit
Xperia active
1200mah removable battery
Sport stereo headset
Arm case
Wrist strap
2GB microsd memory card
Exchangeable cover
Charger
Micro USB cable for charging
Synchronisation and file transfer, and user documentation
