The Sony Ericsson X10 mini Pro Is A Compact Qwerty Handset

Apr 26
07:35

2010

Chris Westley

Chris Westley

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Due for release shortly, the Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 Mini Pro offers impressive Smartphone technology encased within a compact handset, with the addition of a QWERTY keyboard which slides out from behind the handset.

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The X10 Mini Pro features a 5 mega pixel camera which is impressive for such a compact phone. This operates at a pixel resolution of 2560x1920 pixels,The Sony Ericsson X10 mini Pro Is A Compact Qwerty Handset Articles providing an effective means of taking quality still photos. This task is made simple thanks to the inclusion of a number of image enhancing features such as autofocus and LED flash. This camera can also shoot video in VGA quality at a rate of 30 frames per second, and includes a video light, so low lighting conditions won’t stop you from shooting great quality video.

 

The TFT capacitive touch screen measures 2.55 inches and can display up to 16M colours at a pixel layout of 240x320 pixels. Therefore, the display of on screen content is very high and great for playing video files. As mentioned, as well as a touchscreen, a QWERTY keyboard is also included for efficient text entry. An accelerometer sensor provides an auto-rotate function, so the screen can be displayed in both portrait and landscape forms.

 

As the name suggests, the X10 Mini Pro is a very compact handset. Its dimensions are 90x52x17mm and it weighs in at a mere 120 grams. Its compact size and light weight make it a pocket friendly handset and also a pleasure to hold and use on the move.

 

128 MB of internal storage is provided as standard for storing data such as media files and contact info. A micro SD slot allows a memory card of up to 16 GB capacity to be installed for expanded storage, should the pre-installed 2 GB memory card not suffice. The internal phonebook can store a large number of entries, and includes the popular photocall feature.

 

Vibration and MP3 ringtones are the alert types on offer with the XPERIA X10 Mini Pro. By utilising MP3 tracks as ringtones, users therefore have the chance to customise their phone so they can hear a track of their choosing any time the phone rings. Hands free talking is made possible thanks to the inclusion of a speakerphone and a 3.5mm audio jack. This can accommodate hands free headsets as well as earphones for listening to music.

 

Class 10 EDGE & class 10 GPRS provide the X10 Mini Pro with its primary connection to cellular networks in areas with little or no 3G coverage. HSDPA connects the handset to the internet (alongside HSUPA) in areas with ample 3G coverage. Wi-Fi provides a much faster internet connection thanks to the ability to utilise the signals provided by wireless internet routers where available. Therefore an enhanced web browsing experience can be achieved.

 

An impressive list of features makes the Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 Mini Pro a functional everyday handset. These features include a versatile media player, Google and YouTube applications, document viewer and a voice memo recorder.

 

The XPERIA X10 range provides a number of solutions for different users, and the inclusion of a QWERTY keyboard will appeal to those who favour this over a touch screen. Therefore, the XPERIA X10 Mini Pro looks set to be a popular handset.