Although Sony Ericsson had never confirmed the release date for the updated version of the Android operating system used on it’s Xperia X10 hansdets, the company has now moved to announce on it’s official blog that the update is not imminent and will not arrive before October 2010.
According to latest reports, Sony is planning an Xperia X10 “medium”. Codenamed “Shakira”, the handset will be bigger than the X10 Mini and smaller than the X10. The specifications are still unknown.
The screen is expected to measure between 3.2 to 3.5 inches. There is no information on the hardware yet. If reports are to be believed, the phone will run on Android 2.1, which is in the early stages of development.
Images of the Android 2.1 running on an X10 have also been leaked. Images have been posted on a Chinese site. Looks like Sony is having a tough time with its security!
Here is some good news for all those communicator fans. Sony Ericsson is allegedly developing an Android device which is similar to the Nokia Communicator. The device will feature a 5.5 inch screen and will have a sliding QWERTY keyboard.
The device is more of a miniature netbook than a smartphone because of its relatively large size.
This image was posted on It168 by reliable sources. The above shown device is a prototype and is currently undergoing the early stages of testing.
It will run the Android 2.1 version and is expected to be unveiled in Q3.
Sony Ericsson have officially confirmed that the Xperia X10 along with the X10 Mini and X10 Mini Pro will become more powerful with an introduction of top notch software features. These devices will be upgraded with UX platform. Other improvements include development to Android OS version 2.1, DLNA supported wireless home connectivity, high definition video recording like the Sony Ericsson Vivaz and an update to the X10 signature applications, Mediascape and Timescape which will provide enriched functionality.
