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Sony Ericsson Xperia X1 review

General
Dimensions (W x H x D):	52.6x17x110.5 mm
Weight:	158 g
Built-in devices:	camera, GPS receiver, keyboard, phone

OS & software
Operating system:	Windows Mobile 6.1
Software included:	Microsoft Office Mobile, Outlook Mobile, Windows Media Player, Google Maps, Wayfinder Navigator, Opera Mobile, Internet Explorer Mobile, Alarm clock, Calculator, Calendar, PDF reader, Notes, Phone book, Tasks
Synchronisation software:	ActiveSync
Desktop software:	Outlook

Memory
Memory expansion:	MicroSD
Installed ROM:	400 MB

Connectivity / expansion
Docking cradle:	No
Wired connections:	USB
Wireless PAN:	Bluetooth 2.0+EDR
Wireless LAN:	802.11b, 802.11g
Wireless WAN:	GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 1900, GPRS, EDGE, 3G, HSPDA
GPS receiver:	yes (Assisted GPS)
Expansion slots:	microSD

Display
Display size:	3 in
Native resolution:	800x480 pixels
Colour depth:	16 bits

Miscellaneous
Accessories:	AC adapter, 2GB microSD card, wired headset, software CD, reference manual
Cables:	USB sync

Input devices
Touchscreen:	Yes
Stylus:	Yes
Navigation button/wheel:	Yes
Keyboard:	Yes

Audio
Audio input:	microphone
Audio output:	speaker, headset
Voice recording capability:	Yes

Power
Removable battery:	yes
Number of batteries:	1
Claimed battery life:	10 h

Overview

Sony Ericsson Xperia X1

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Editors rating: 7.0

Verdict

Sony Ericsson's Xperia X1 is a well-designed and fully stocked smartphone that offers great customisation via its interactive panel interface. However, with its high price tag, the X1 is definitely a luxury item.

Typical price

£ 499.99

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