Sony Mobile Communications Introduces Xperia P and Xperia U - Smartphones for Connected Entertainment Experiences

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Sony Mobile Communications Introduces Xperia P and Xperia U - Smartphones for Connected Entertainment Experiences

Mobile World Congress, BARCELONA, Spain, February 26, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

   
    - Xperia P and Xperia U join Xperia S in the Xperia NXT series - next
      generation smartphones from Sony
    - Xperia P delivers outstanding screen brightness using Sony "WhiteMagic"
      display technology
    - Xperia U packs powerful Sony entertainment in a stylish and compact design

    Sony Mobile Communications today unveiled the latest additions to its Xperia(TM) NXT
series - next generation smartphones from Sony, the new Xperia P and Xperia U
[http://www.sonymobile.com/global-en/products/phones/xperia-u ]. In addition, Xperia S,
the ultimate HD smartphone [http://www.sonymobile.com/global-en/products/phones/xperia-s
], is now shipping to markets across the globe, with first sales in the Sony Style store
in Barcelona during Mobile World Congress. Xperia P and Xperia U will be available to
consumers globally in the second quarter of this year.

    Xperia NXT series - a connected entertainment experience

    Incorporating the best of Sony technology and premium entertainment, the Xperia NXT
series is a cornerstone of Sony's connected experience. With easy connectivity, consumers
can enjoy and share content on whichever screen best suits them, whether it's their
smartphone, TV, laptop or tablet.

    With the next generation of smartphone design from Sony, the Xperia NXT series has a
look that is instantly recognisable. These smartphones have intriguing design features
including the "transparent element", a band that encircles the base of the phone and also
integrates invisible antenna components. The transparent element illuminates when
receiving calls, texts and notifications.

    The new User Interface (UI) follows the same design principles and enhances the
Android(TM) experience - offering rich applications and content with a simple and clean
look. A new album, video player and music player will deliver compelling entertainment
experiences and the new UI design also allows consumers to access their favourite
application direct from the lock-screen.

    Xperia P and Xperia U boast Reality Display powered by Mobile BRAVIA(R) Engine for
razor-sharp clarity, along with fast capture to take the camera from sleep to snap in a
little over a second with a single key press. Both smartphones come with powerful 1 GHz
dual-core processors for super fast performance.

    As with Xperia S, Xperia P and Xperia U connect consumers to premium entertainment
experiences with access to the Sony Entertainment Network*. Out of the box, consumers can
watch the latest Hollywood blockbusters on Video Unlimited or listen to millions and
millions of songs** through Music Unlimited.

    Xperia P - ultra-bright viewing experience

    With a full aluminium unibody design, Xperia P debuts WhiteMagic(TM) display
technology from Sony for the first time on a smartphone. WhiteMagic technology delivers
the brightest viewing experience; whether at the beach or on the ski slopes. Smart power
efficiency automatically adjusts the brightness of the screen to the surroundings to
conserve battery life.

    The new SmartDock, exclusively for Xperia P, offers simple connectivity to multiple
screens, turning the smartphone into an entertainment hub for the living room. Using a TV
remote control consumers can easily navigate their smartphone's media content to watch
their HD videos, the latest movies or favourite TV shows on the big screen. With USB
support in the SmartDock, they can also use a wireless keyboard and mouse to write emails,
browse and post on Facebook or watch videos from YouTube on their TV.

    Key features for Xperia P

   
    - 4" Reality Display with powered by Mobile BRAVIA Engine.
    - WhiteMagic(TM) display technology for an ultra-bright and power efficient
      viewing experience.
    - 1 GHz dual-core processor for super fast performance with 16GB flash storage.
    - 8MP camera with unique fast capture, HD recording and Sony technology to
      capture 2D and 3D panoramic images.
    - Easy HDMI and DLNA connectivity to share content on any screen.
    - NFC (Near Field Communications) enabled to access a growing range of NFC
      applications and services as well as Xperia SmartTags.
    - Available in a choice of silver, black and red, all with an aluminium unibody.
    - Launches on Android platform 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgrade to Android platform
      4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) during the second quarter of 2012.

    Xperia U - powerful Sony entertainment in a stylish and compact design

    Xperia U combines powerful Sony entertainment in a stylish and compact design that
consumers can personalise inside and out. With xLoud(TM) and Sony 3D surround sound audio
technology integrated into the music player, consumers will enjoy a crisp and loud sound
experience. They can also stream music from their Xperia U to wireless speakers with a
touch using DLNA.

    In Xperia U the transparent element illuminates to match the colour of photos viewed
in the gallery or the album art of music tracks currently playing. Xperia U can also be
personalised with exchangeable caps and themes to reflect consumers' personality and mood.

    Consumers listening to music on their Xperia U can also enjoy improved sound quality
with the stylish new Smart Headset for Android smartphones
[http://www.sonymobile.com/global-en/products/phones/xperia-p ], which features SmartKey -
a dedicated application launch key that consumers press once to launch a favourite app.

    Key features for Xperia U

   
    - 3.5" Reality Display powered by Mobile BRAVIA Engine.
    - 1 GHz dual-core processor for super fast performance.
    - 5MP camera with unique fast capture, HD recording and Sony technology to
      capture 2D and 3D panoramic images.
    - Crisp and loud listening with xLoud and 3D surround sound audio technology.
    - Available in a choice of white or black, with pink and yellow exchangeable
      caps for the base of the smartphone in the box.
    - Launches on Android platform 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgrade to Android platform
      4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) during the second quarter of 2012.

    *Sony Entertainment Network services are subject to availabilityby region, please see
http://www.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com for more details.

    **The number of available songs varies by region.

    "Sony", "BRAVIA" and "Sony Entertainment Network" are registered trademarks or
trademarks of Sony Corporation. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are the
property of their respective owners.

    About Sony Mobile Communications

    Sony Mobile Communications is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation, a leading
global innovator of audio, video, game, communications, key device and information
technology products for both the consumer and professional markets. Through its Xperia(TM)
smartphone portfolio, Sony Mobile Communications delivers the best of Sony technology,
premium content and services, and easy connectivity to Sony's world of networked
entertainment experiences. For more information: http://www.sonymobile.com

    Appendix:

   
    Xperia P specifications All services mentioned in this list may not be
                            available in every market.

    Colour                  Silver
                            Black
                            Red

    Facts                   Size: 122 x 59.5 x 10.5 mm
                            Weight: 120 grams
                            1 GHz STE U8500 dual-core processor
                            Google Android(TM) 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradeable
                            to Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)

    Camera                  3D Sweep Panorama(TM)
                            8 MP camera
                            8x digital zoom
                            Auto focus
                            Face detection
                            Flash/Photo flash
                            Flash/Photo light
                            Front-facing camera (VGA)
                            Geotagging
                            HD video recording (1080p)
                            Image stabiliser
                            Red-eye reduction
                            Scene recognition
                            Self-timer
                            Smile detection
                            Sony Exmor R(TM) for mobile image sensor
                            Sweep Panorama(TM)
                            Sweep Multi Angle(TM)
                            Touch capture
                            Touch focus
                            Video light
                            Video recording

    Music                   3D surround sound
                            Album art
                            Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)
                            Clear bass
                            Clear stereo
                            Music Player
                            PlayNow(TM) service
                            SensMe(TM)
                            TrackID(TM) music recognition
                            xLoud(TM)

    Internet                Android Market(TM)
                            Bookmarks
                            Google(TM) search
                            Google Voice(TM) Search
                            Google Maps(TM) for Mobile with Street view and
                            Latitude(TM)
                            NeoReader(TM) barcode scanner
                            Web browser (WebKit(TM))

    Communication           Call list
                            Conference calls
                            Facebook(TM) application
                            Facebook inside Xperia(TM)
                            Google Talk(TM) application
                            Noise suppression
                            Xperia(TM) Timescape(TM)
                            Speakerphone
                            Twitter(TM) (Timescape(TM) integration)
                            Video chat ready

    Messaging               Conversations
                            Email
                            Google Mail(TM)
                            Instant messaging
                            Multimedia messaging (MMS)
                            Predictive text input
                            Sound recorder
                            Text messaging (SMS)

    Design                  Auto rotation
                            Gesture input
                            Keyboard (on-screen, QWERTY)
                            Live Wallpaper
                            Reality Display with Sony WhiteMagic(TM)
                            technology
                            Screenshot capturing
                            Mobile BRAVIA(R) Engine
                            Touch screen
                            Contains post consumer recycled plastic and
                            waterborne paint

    Entertainment           3D Album
                            Accelerated Adobe Flash Video
                            Media browser
                            Motion gaming
                            Radio (FM radio with RDS)
                            Send to web
                            Sony Entertainment Network
                            TV launcher
                            Video streaming
                            YouTube(TM)

     Organiser              Airplane mode
                            Alarm clock
                            Calculator
                            Calendar
                            Contacts
                            Document readers
                            eCompass(TM)
                            E-Manual
                            Notes
                            Setup guide
                            Stopwatch

    Connectivity            3.5 mm audio jack (CTIA)
                            aGPS
                            Bluetooth(TM) wireless technology
                            DLNA Certified(R)
                            HDMI support
                            Media Transfer Protocol support
                            Micro USB support
                            Native USB tethering
                            NFC
                            PC Companion
                            Synchronisation via Microsoft(R) Exchange
                            ActiveSync(R)
                            USB High speed 2.0 support
                            USB host
                            USB Mass Storage
                            Wi-Fi(R)
                            Wi-Fi(R) hotspot functionality
                            Wisepilot(TM) turn-by-turn navigation
                            All services mentioned in this leaflet may not be
                            available in every market.

    Display                 4" Reality Display with Sony WhiteMagic(TM)
                            technology
                            960 x 540 pixels (qHD)
                            16,000,000 colour TFT
                            Hard coated shatter proof sheet on
                            scratch-resistant mineral glass

    Memory                  Internal phone storage: 16 GB (up to 13 GB
                            user-accessible memory)

    Networks                UMTS HSPA 850 (Band V), 900 (Band VIII), 1900
                            (Band II), 2100 (Band I)
                            GSM GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900

    Battery life            Talk time GSM: Up to 6 hrs*
                            Standby time GSM/GPRS: Up to 470 hrs*
                            Talk time UMTS: Up to 5 hrs*
                            Standby time UMTS: Up to 475 hrs*
                            Music listening time: Up to 80 hrs
                            Video playback time: Up to 4 hrs
                            Battery: 1305 mAh typical, 1265 mAh minimum
                            *Values are according to GSM Association Battery
                            Life Measurement Technique. Battery performance
                            may vary depending on network conditions and
                            configurations, and phone usage.

    In the kit              Xperia(TM) P, embedded battery, clear audio
                            certified stereo headset, fast charger, micro USB
                            cable for charging, synchronisation and file
                            transfer, and user documentation

   
    Xperia U specifications All services mentioned in this list may not be
                            available in every market.

                            Black
    Colour                  White

                            Size: 112 x 54 x 12 mm
                            Weight: 110 grams
                            1 GHz STE U8500 dual core-processor
                            Google Android(TM) 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradeable
    Facts                   to Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)

                            3D Sweep panorama(TM)
                            5 megapixel camera
                            16x digital zoom
                            Auto focus
                            Face detection
                            Flash/Photo flash
                            Flash/Photo light
                            Front-facing camera (VGA)
                            Geotagging
                            HD video recording (720p)
                            Red-eye reduction
                            Self-timer
                            Send to web
                            Sweep Multi Angle
                            Sweep panorama(TM)
                            Video light
    Camera                  Video recording

                            Album art
                            Bluetooth(TM) stereo (A2DP)
                            Clear bass
                            Clear stereo
                            Manual equalizer
                            Music Player
                            PlayNow(TM) service
                            SensMe(TM)
                            TrackID(TM) music recognition
    Music                   xLoud(TM)

                            Android Market(TM)
                            Bookmarks
                            Google(TM) search
                            Google Voice(TM) Search
                            Google Maps(TM) for Mobile with Street view and
                            Latitude(TM)
                            NeoReader(TM) barcode scanner
    Internet                Web browser (WebKit(TM))

                            Call list
                            Conference calls
                            Facebook(TM) application
                            Facebook inside Xperia(TM)
                            Google Talk(TM) application
                            Noise suppression
                            Xperia(TM) Timescape(TM)
                            Speakerphone
                            Twitter(TM) (Timescape(TM) integration)
    Communication           Video chat ready

                            Conversations
                            Email
                            Google Mail(TM)
                            Instant messaging
                            Multimedia messaging (MMS)
                            Predictive text input
                            Sound recorder
                            Text messaging (SMS)
                            Gesture input
    Messaging               Voice input

                            Auto rotation
                            Keyboard (on-screen, QWERTY)
                            Picture wallpaper
                            Reality Display with
                            Mobile BRAVIA(R) Engine
                            Screenshot capturing
                            Touch screen
                            Live Wallpaper
    Design                  Contains post consumer recycled plastic and
                            waterborne paint

                            Media browser
                            Radio (FM radio with RDS)
                            Sony Entertainment Network
                            Video streaming
    Entertainment           YouTube(TM)

                            Alarm clock
                            Calculator
                            Calendar
                            Airplane mode
                            3D Album
                            Infinite button
                            Contacts
                            Setup guide
                            Stopwatch
    Organiser               Timer

                            3.5 mm audio jack (CTIA)
                            aGPS
                            Bluetooth(TM) wireless technology
                            DLNA Certified(R)
                            Media Transfer Protocol support
                            Micro USB support
                            Modem
                            Native USB tethering
                            Media Go(TM)
                            Synchronisation via Microsoft(R) Exchange
                            ActiveSync(R)
                            USB High speed 2.0 support
                            USB mass storage
                            USB Host
                            Wi-Fi(R)
                            Wi-Fi(R) Hotspot functionality
                            Wisepilot(TM) turn-by-turn navigation
    Connectivity            All services mentioned in this leaflet may not be
                            available in every market.

                            3.5" Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA(R) Engine
                            854 x 480 pixels
                            16,000,000 colour TFT
    Display                 Anti-reflection coating on scratch-resistant
                            mineral glass

                            RAM (for active apps and OS services): 512 MB
                            System memory (for Android firmware): 2 GB
                            Phone memory (for downl. apps and apps data): 2 GB
                            Internal storage (for photos, music, videos and
                            downl. apps): 4 GB
                            Internal phone storage: 8 GB (up to 6 GB
    Memory                  user-accessible memory)

                            UMTS HSPA 850 (Band V), 1900 (Band II), 2100 (Band
                            I)
                            GSM GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900
                            UMTS HSPA 900 (Band VIII), 2100 (Band I)
    Networks                GSM GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900

                            Talk time GSM: Up to 6 hrs 36 min*
                            Standby time GSM/GPRS: Up to 260 hrs*
                            Talk time UMTS: Up to 5 hrs 36 min*
                            Standby time UMTS: Up to 472 hrs*
                            Music listening time: Up to 45 hrs
                            Video playback time: Up to 6 hrs
    Battery life            Battery: 1320 mAh typical, 1290 mAh minimum
                            *Values are according to GSM Association Battery
                            Life Measurement Technique. Battery performance
                            may vary depending on network conditions and
                            configurations, and phone usage.

                            Xperia(TM) U, battery, exchangeable caps, stereo
                            headset, charger, micro USB cable for charging,
                            synchronisation and file transfer, and user
    In the kit              documentation

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