CES 2011: Sony Ericsson announces Xperia arc smartphone

Sony Ericsson Xperia arc

Sony Ericsson today announced the Xperia arc, its “first of a new generation of Xperia smartphones to be announced in 2011.”

Bert Nordberg, President, Sony Ericsson said, “We’re starting strong in 2011 by introducing our most exciting Xperia product yet. Xperia arc combines state-of-the-art Sony technology with breathtaking design to entertain and wow consumers. All on the latest Android release.”

Sony Ericsson Xperia arc specifications:

  • Processor: 1GHz Qualcomm
  • Operating system: Google Android 2.3
  • Other connectivity: A-GPS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, DLNA
  • Display: 4.2-inch FWVGA (854 by 480) capacitive touchscreen display
  • Memory: 512MB RAM
  • Storage: microSD cards (8GB card included)
  • Camera: 8.1MP with HD video recording, LED flash, and auto-focus
  • Connectors: 3.5mm headphone jack, HDMI-out
  • Dimensions / weight: 125 by 63 by 8.7 millimeters / 117 grams

The Sony Ericsson Xperia arc will be available in most markets either in Q1 or Q2. Pricing information was not disclosed.

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