Sony Ericsson X10 Q&A
Yup, we did it: ietsjes later than planned, here the first series of answers about the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10. As expected SE unfortunately can not provide all the answers (especially on features that are added in a future update can not be said), but many questions is also an open and honest response whatsoever. If the answer to your question is not listed, do not fear: SE is still looking for some answers:)
Jacob Sten, Sony Ericsson also said: "I want you to know that we enjoyed the questions answered. It is wonderful to see what variety of questions are asked about the X10. Some more obvious landscape and so detailed that we should submit them to the international specialists. :-) "
Furder Without ado, here are the responses:) Are you one of the answers are unclear, do not hesitate to drop a question
Release:
-what is the release date for the Netherlands?
We will Xperia X10 at the end of the first quarter surrender.
-which version of android he be released?
The Xperia X10 is released version 1.6 with Andriod
- This I object to the publication of the release date and the quality of the software (which is then final?)
This question is not clear.
- What is the expected retail sales to loose?
The opinion of selling the Xperia X10 is 599, - Euro
- Is it true that the X10 only from a particular (exclusive) provider (Vodafone) will be available or can the X10 with different providers to get his?
The Xperia X10 will all operators and retailers to obtain.
- What is the delivery package from? (with / without micro / sd, with / without (BT) headset, pouch)?
The Xperia X10 package contains:
Xperia X10
Micro SD 8 GB
Charger
USB cable
Quick user guide
- I would like to know whether the release of the device the outset in 2 colors available or not? And if not, what can we expect as a first (probably black sure) and when the other color?
The Xperia release date from the X10 is available in the colors and Sensuous Black Luster White.
- What are the recommended for 1 - and 2-year subscriptions?
Sony Ericsson determines the prices of the operators / retailers not and can not answer this question. We wish to advise that the question is, when a data subscription Xperia X10 to close because we expect that with this device are practically continuous line.
Updates
- When we update to 2.0 (or 2.1) Eclair expect?
We must disappoint you because we want to not answer this question. The upgrade to a higher version will be combined with adding new functionality of the Xperia X10. Such as we see a new upgrade release of the X10 and the planning of a new release, we currently have no further information. We are careful in making the most of opportunities to upgrade the platform to Sony Ericsson has to offer. We have the ambition to the user to provide added value to the experience of mobile communication and entertainment. A good example are the two Sony Ericsson (signature) apps Cape Times and Cape Media and the key role of the Infinite.
- Will the FM transmitter will be activated in future versions android?
The Xperia X10 has no FM transmitter.
- Is 720p video recording are supported?
From competition laws, we no information about the contents of the upgrades for the Xperia X10
- How does the support of SE when more updates come Android? Set over 4 months comes from Android 3.0, an upgrade can we expect?
We refer to the earlier response about future updates.
- In a firmware update is the ability to get a FM radio?
Competition considerations, we can not give information on contents of the upgrades of the Xperia X10
- It is therefore most likely an update to 2.1, that includes live wallpapers as the Nexus One is, or is that exclusively for the N1?
Competition considerations, we can not give information on contents of the upgrades of the Xperia X10
- Are future updates Andriod processed by SE or stops after the first update? If so, how long will this support take? (up to 2 years after release?)
It is not possible to make statements about the life cycle of the Xperia X10 and until when we can offer upgrades.
- If no update is coming to an evt, Android3 void the warranty if you own the Sony Ericsson firmware upgrade or squeezes one eye than to?
Sony Ericsson grants only grarantie own software upgrades.
- In the past were older models with updates on air to see that no
available, while using the Sony Ericsson site but had to download new updates. Will this go better in the future so that the update feature is reliable?
We are not aware that there is no consistency between the message and the phone does what on the website read. We will comment / question discuss internally. We welcome this statement because upgrading in the future is more important.
- What improvements we all see the introduction of Android 2.x?
Competition considerations, we can not give information on contents of the upgrades of the Xperia X10.
- Is it true that Android 2.0/2.1 hitherto tied to specific devices (droid / nexus) and therefore not available for the X10. And it can be stated that the X10 1.6 is delivered with the most recent version available?
We are not aware of such an agreement between Google and other manufacturers and therefore can not answer this question. As already indicated will be gelaunched Xperia X10 version 1.6.
UX-interface
- Are the differences that SE flour evert really just simply off, just like HTC Sense?
Probably you mean the (signature) apps Cape Times and Cape Media. We are convinced that these apps to the user a great value and an excellent user experience, but we leave the choice to the users themselves and it is therefore possible that apps off. The user is free to those two apps alongside any social media app and multimedia app to install on the Xperia X10.
-you, cape times out, when you get contacts?
Yes it is possible to come to your contacts via the icon "phone" icon "phone" and Moxier contact persons (MS exchange mail). The user is free to any app for this feature to download and install.
- Are alongside media cape cape times and other sony own applications installed?
The following Sony Ericsson signature apps in addition Cape Times and Cape Media included:
Home Application
8.1 megapixel camera with face detection. (up to 5 faces per photo)
Contacts with dialer, call log and Favorites
In addition, the Xperia X10 the following services:
PlayNow content store
TrackID music recognition
Sony Ericsson Sync
In addition, the following Google Apps added:
Android Market ™ Client
Gmail ™
Google Calendar ™
Google Maps Street View ™ by
Google Media Uploader
Google Phone Search Summit
Google Search widget
Google Talk ™
Google Voice Search ™
YouTube ™
And the other apps:
Moxier ™ Sync Application Set
Microsoft ® Office Viewer
Quadrapop game
Wise Pilot ™ turn-by-turn navigation (free trial version)
- So far I only own the applications of SE seen in blue. My question: can the color?
We on this question from you that the tiles / tiles of the Cape Times app means. The color of this app is not to adjust.
- Are there plans to integrate into the UX Hyves interface (instead of or in addition facebook integration)?
Hyves has long been a partner of Sony Ericsson. It is therefore a logical step to integrate Hyves in Cape Times. At this time we can not confirm whether this will be whether to launch is part of an upgrade.
- Is there a simple plug-in like environment for Timescape so other social networks beyond Twitter and Facebook themselves their own plug-in can write?
Sony Ericsson is a Cape Times (signature) application which, in cooperation with Sony Ericsson, other social networks or applications can be added. Suggestions are always welcome by the editors of Tweakers.net
Software
- What video formats can the media player all at the Cape (divx, xvid, x264 etc?)
The following formats can be played the Xperia X10:
Supported file format in format Decoder
MPEG-4 Visual Simple Profile 3GPP (.3 gp), MP4 (. Mp4)
H.264 Baseline Profile 3GPP (.3 gp), MP4 (. Mp4)
H.263 Profile 0 3GPP (.3 gp)
VC-1 (WMV9) WMV (. Wmv,. Asf)
But we also like to refer to the free software supplied MediaGo ™, which convert different file formats on the PC to the phone supported file formats possible.
- Does the operating system up to the Internet sharing with PCs?
We assume that you mean that you X10 Xperia as a modem for your PC.
That indaad possible.
- The operating system are able to communicate with Outlook?
Yes, that possibility is there via the Moxier ™ Sync app that standard on the Xperia X10 comes.
- You want to support divx?
We refer to the answer to an earlier question about media file.
- Does the X10 also TrackID?
Yes the Xperia X10 also has TrackID music recognition.
- Are there plans for Remote Play (PS3) integration for the X10 as well on the Aino happened?
Competition considerations, we can not give information on contents of the upgrades of the X10
- Will the X10 multi-touch support as with the Milestone is the case?
No, the Xperia X10 will not support multi-touch.
- Having only 3 buttons are provided which are not used for phone functions such as call start and call this layer will probably only be using the touchscreen. Does this mean that the screen during a phone conversation remains active and must first activate the screen before a call can be terminated?
The screen remains active during phone calls simultaneously so you can perform other functions, to terminate the conversation open the pull-down screen from the top of the screen and you get the choice to answer the call.
- Will the bluetooth protocol profiles as VDP, FAX, HID, PBAB and SAP support?
The Xperia X10 supports the following profiles
Advanced Audio Distribution Profile
Audio / Video Remote Control Profile
Generic Access Profile
Generic Object Exchange Profile
Handsfree Profile
Headset Profile
Object Push Profile
Core core version and supported features
2.0 + EDR
Connectable devices
All products supporting Bluetooth spec. 2.0 and at least
One of the profiles above
- Is the PictBridge compatible device?
No, the Xperia X10 is not compatible with Pictbridge
- If the device comes with turn-based navigation software other than Google Maps. (poss. Trial Versions)?
The Xperia X10 comes with a trial version of Wise Pilot ™ turn-by-turn navigation
- Is it possible to simultaneously access the extra memory if the flash connected to a PC? So both the phone and on the computer?
This question gives us the impression that the Xperia X10 is not used for the applications for which it is meant. If we incorrectly estimate, let us know.
- Are images automatically tagged with GPS location?
The pictures are not automatically tagged. This can itself on or off.
- How does the FM receiver (transmitter and possibly something that I read)? Is it built or a headset is required?
There is no FM receiver in the Xperia X10. Concurrent with the aankodiging of the X10 we have the Bluetooth headset with FM radio MH600 announced. This is both stand alone and in combination with the X10 to use.
- Can a personal voice mailbox (or Asterisk IVR) to install on the phone?
It is not possible to install a personal voice mailbox.
Is it possible (just like WM devices) directly from the main menu via "t9" people to call?
Example: unlock the device, 526 key and get suggestions at that time as the names: January, janine, Janus, Lamberts, etc.
It is not possible to contact the virtual keypad to get suggestions on writing a combination. It is supported in the phone book functionality
- What I wonder when this unit is whether the virtual keyboard in landscape mode is running in Full Screen, or in landscape mode just a simple overlay on the screen (same as in portrait mode)?
We're not sure we fully understand the question. In the landscape is a full screen keyboard but it is an overlay. Perhaps you should clarify this question a little further.
Has / will the X10 also noise-canceling technology, like the Nexus, which has (or better, of course)?
We have that question submitted to our international product manager and wait for an answer.
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Jacob Sten, Sony Ericsson also said: "I want you to know that we enjoyed the questions answered. It is wonderful to see what variety of questions are asked about the X10. Some more obvious landscape and so detailed that we should submit them to the international specialists. :-) "
Furder Without ado, here are the responses:) Are you one of the answers are unclear, do not hesitate to drop a question
Release:
-what is the release date for the Netherlands?
We will Xperia X10 at the end of the first quarter surrender.
-which version of android he be released?
The Xperia X10 is released version 1.6 with Andriod
- This I object to the publication of the release date and the quality of the software (which is then final?)
This question is not clear.
- What is the expected retail sales to loose?
The opinion of selling the Xperia X10 is 599, - Euro
- Is it true that the X10 only from a particular (exclusive) provider (Vodafone) will be available or can the X10 with different providers to get his?
The Xperia X10 will all operators and retailers to obtain.
- What is the delivery package from? (with / without micro / sd, with / without (BT) headset, pouch)?
The Xperia X10 package contains:
Xperia X10
Micro SD 8 GB
Charger
USB cable
Quick user guide
- I would like to know whether the release of the device the outset in 2 colors available or not? And if not, what can we expect as a first (probably black sure) and when the other color?
The Xperia release date from the X10 is available in the colors and Sensuous Black Luster White.
- What are the recommended for 1 - and 2-year subscriptions?
Sony Ericsson determines the prices of the operators / retailers not and can not answer this question. We wish to advise that the question is, when a data subscription Xperia X10 to close because we expect that with this device are practically continuous line.
Updates
- When we update to 2.0 (or 2.1) Eclair expect?
We must disappoint you because we want to not answer this question. The upgrade to a higher version will be combined with adding new functionality of the Xperia X10. Such as we see a new upgrade release of the X10 and the planning of a new release, we currently have no further information. We are careful in making the most of opportunities to upgrade the platform to Sony Ericsson has to offer. We have the ambition to the user to provide added value to the experience of mobile communication and entertainment. A good example are the two Sony Ericsson (signature) apps Cape Times and Cape Media and the key role of the Infinite.
- Will the FM transmitter will be activated in future versions android?
The Xperia X10 has no FM transmitter.
- Is 720p video recording are supported?
From competition laws, we no information about the contents of the upgrades for the Xperia X10
- How does the support of SE when more updates come Android? Set over 4 months comes from Android 3.0, an upgrade can we expect?
We refer to the earlier response about future updates.
- In a firmware update is the ability to get a FM radio?
Competition considerations, we can not give information on contents of the upgrades of the Xperia X10
- It is therefore most likely an update to 2.1, that includes live wallpapers as the Nexus One is, or is that exclusively for the N1?
Competition considerations, we can not give information on contents of the upgrades of the Xperia X10
- Are future updates Andriod processed by SE or stops after the first update? If so, how long will this support take? (up to 2 years after release?)
It is not possible to make statements about the life cycle of the Xperia X10 and until when we can offer upgrades.
- If no update is coming to an evt, Android3 void the warranty if you own the Sony Ericsson firmware upgrade or squeezes one eye than to?
Sony Ericsson grants only grarantie own software upgrades.
- In the past were older models with updates on air to see that no
available, while using the Sony Ericsson site but had to download new updates. Will this go better in the future so that the update feature is reliable?
We are not aware that there is no consistency between the message and the phone does what on the website read. We will comment / question discuss internally. We welcome this statement because upgrading in the future is more important.
- What improvements we all see the introduction of Android 2.x?
Competition considerations, we can not give information on contents of the upgrades of the Xperia X10.
- Is it true that Android 2.0/2.1 hitherto tied to specific devices (droid / nexus) and therefore not available for the X10. And it can be stated that the X10 1.6 is delivered with the most recent version available?
We are not aware of such an agreement between Google and other manufacturers and therefore can not answer this question. As already indicated will be gelaunched Xperia X10 version 1.6.
UX-interface
- Are the differences that SE flour evert really just simply off, just like HTC Sense?
Probably you mean the (signature) apps Cape Times and Cape Media. We are convinced that these apps to the user a great value and an excellent user experience, but we leave the choice to the users themselves and it is therefore possible that apps off. The user is free to those two apps alongside any social media app and multimedia app to install on the Xperia X10.
-you, cape times out, when you get contacts?
Yes it is possible to come to your contacts via the icon "phone" icon "phone" and Moxier contact persons (MS exchange mail). The user is free to any app for this feature to download and install.
- Are alongside media cape cape times and other sony own applications installed?
The following Sony Ericsson signature apps in addition Cape Times and Cape Media included:
Home Application
8.1 megapixel camera with face detection. (up to 5 faces per photo)
Contacts with dialer, call log and Favorites
In addition, the Xperia X10 the following services:
PlayNow content store
TrackID music recognition
Sony Ericsson Sync
In addition, the following Google Apps added:
Android Market ™ Client
Gmail ™
Google Calendar ™
Google Maps Street View ™ by
Google Media Uploader
Google Phone Search Summit
Google Search widget
Google Talk ™
Google Voice Search ™
YouTube ™
And the other apps:
Moxier ™ Sync Application Set
Microsoft ® Office Viewer
Quadrapop game
Wise Pilot ™ turn-by-turn navigation (free trial version)
- So far I only own the applications of SE seen in blue. My question: can the color?
We on this question from you that the tiles / tiles of the Cape Times app means. The color of this app is not to adjust.
- Are there plans to integrate into the UX Hyves interface (instead of or in addition facebook integration)?
Hyves has long been a partner of Sony Ericsson. It is therefore a logical step to integrate Hyves in Cape Times. At this time we can not confirm whether this will be whether to launch is part of an upgrade.
- Is there a simple plug-in like environment for Timescape so other social networks beyond Twitter and Facebook themselves their own plug-in can write?
Sony Ericsson is a Cape Times (signature) application which, in cooperation with Sony Ericsson, other social networks or applications can be added. Suggestions are always welcome by the editors of Tweakers.net
Software
- What video formats can the media player all at the Cape (divx, xvid, x264 etc?)
The following formats can be played the Xperia X10:
Supported file format in format Decoder
MPEG-4 Visual Simple Profile 3GPP (.3 gp), MP4 (. Mp4)
H.264 Baseline Profile 3GPP (.3 gp), MP4 (. Mp4)
H.263 Profile 0 3GPP (.3 gp)
VC-1 (WMV9) WMV (. Wmv,. Asf)
But we also like to refer to the free software supplied MediaGo ™, which convert different file formats on the PC to the phone supported file formats possible.
- Does the operating system up to the Internet sharing with PCs?
We assume that you mean that you X10 Xperia as a modem for your PC.
That indaad possible.
- The operating system are able to communicate with Outlook?
Yes, that possibility is there via the Moxier ™ Sync app that standard on the Xperia X10 comes.
- You want to support divx?
We refer to the answer to an earlier question about media file.
- Does the X10 also TrackID?
Yes the Xperia X10 also has TrackID music recognition.
- Are there plans for Remote Play (PS3) integration for the X10 as well on the Aino happened?
Competition considerations, we can not give information on contents of the upgrades of the X10
- Will the X10 multi-touch support as with the Milestone is the case?
No, the Xperia X10 will not support multi-touch.
- Having only 3 buttons are provided which are not used for phone functions such as call start and call this layer will probably only be using the touchscreen. Does this mean that the screen during a phone conversation remains active and must first activate the screen before a call can be terminated?
The screen remains active during phone calls simultaneously so you can perform other functions, to terminate the conversation open the pull-down screen from the top of the screen and you get the choice to answer the call.
- Will the bluetooth protocol profiles as VDP, FAX, HID, PBAB and SAP support?
The Xperia X10 supports the following profiles
Advanced Audio Distribution Profile
Audio / Video Remote Control Profile
Generic Access Profile
Generic Object Exchange Profile
Handsfree Profile
Headset Profile
Object Push Profile
Core core version and supported features
2.0 + EDR
Connectable devices
All products supporting Bluetooth spec. 2.0 and at least
One of the profiles above
- Is the PictBridge compatible device?
No, the Xperia X10 is not compatible with Pictbridge
- If the device comes with turn-based navigation software other than Google Maps. (poss. Trial Versions)?
The Xperia X10 comes with a trial version of Wise Pilot ™ turn-by-turn navigation
- Is it possible to simultaneously access the extra memory if the flash connected to a PC? So both the phone and on the computer?
This question gives us the impression that the Xperia X10 is not used for the applications for which it is meant. If we incorrectly estimate, let us know.
- Are images automatically tagged with GPS location?
The pictures are not automatically tagged. This can itself on or off.
- How does the FM receiver (transmitter and possibly something that I read)? Is it built or a headset is required?
There is no FM receiver in the Xperia X10. Concurrent with the aankodiging of the X10 we have the Bluetooth headset with FM radio MH600 announced. This is both stand alone and in combination with the X10 to use.
- Can a personal voice mailbox (or Asterisk IVR) to install on the phone?
It is not possible to install a personal voice mailbox.
Is it possible (just like WM devices) directly from the main menu via "t9" people to call?
Example: unlock the device, 526 key and get suggestions at that time as the names: January, janine, Janus, Lamberts, etc.
It is not possible to contact the virtual keypad to get suggestions on writing a combination. It is supported in the phone book functionality
- What I wonder when this unit is whether the virtual keyboard in landscape mode is running in Full Screen, or in landscape mode just a simple overlay on the screen (same as in portrait mode)?
We're not sure we fully understand the question. In the landscape is a full screen keyboard but it is an overlay. Perhaps you should clarify this question a little further.
Has / will the X10 also noise-canceling technology, like the Nexus, which has (or better, of course)?
We have that question submitted to our international product manager and wait for an answer.
source
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