Sony Ericsson's new naming scheme?

Have you ever wonder what is the meaning of model names, such as the K850i? I'm not sure if there's a any meaning but according to m-one at se-world Sony Ericsson will be changing their naming scheme and in the future all number will have a meaning. All the model names will still have the same format, a letter followed by three numbers. Sony Ericsson is also giving up the "i" character in the end of the model name. The R300 and the R302 are the first phones that follows this new nomenclature.

So, how this new naming scheme works? Well, take a look at the photo below:

Continue reading Comments (5) 25.02.2008. 17:36

Ericsson launches Multimedia Communication Suite (MCS) for selected models

Ericsson launched the Ericsson Multimedia Communication Suite (MCS) - bringing to consumers popular services they already enjoy on the Internet in a new and enhanced mobile way. The intuitive user interface will be integrated into selected new Sony Ericsson devices such as the W760.

With the Ericsson MCS, mobile operators will be able to offer their customers a suite of attractive services. Consumers will be able to access new and existing services from the address book – with an interface including rich presence functionality such as avatars, photos and personal free text. The solution also keeps track of friends and their applications so consumers will always see who is available for different applications. The user has full control over what type of information is available.

Continue reading Comments (0) 17.02.2008. 09:45

Sony Ericsson's website has a new feature - alaTEST

Sony Ericsson has recently added a new feature to their website, called alaTEST. alaTEST is a unique service helping consumers with their shopping decisions by objectively informing them about product quality. alaTEST is a free and independent product quality comparison engine created for consumers who look for simple and objective product information. Unfortunately, looks like the alaTEST is only available at UK and Sweden Sony Ericsson site.

Comments (2) 14.02.2008. 13:02

Sony Ericsson W910i wins the Best Handset 2008 award

Sony Ericsson W910i Walkman handset has been awarded Best Handset at the GSM Association’s 13th Global Mobile Awards 2008. Sony Ericsson W910i left behind great handsets, such as Nokia 6500 Classic and Samsung SGH-G600. The W910i was launched last year and it's designed for entertainment; whether music, 3D games, video, or high-speed Web access. It’s also geared to let consumers choose their music just the way they want it. Applications such as Shake control enable them to flick the phone to control games or skip and shuffle between music tracks while SenseMeTM lets them discover music to match their mood and tempo. With its 1GB Memory Stick Micro provided in box, the W910 Walkman phone can hold over 900 songs with room for plenty more thanks to its expandable memory.

Continue reading Comments (1) 13.02.2008. 09:01

Mobile World Congress - I SE big ideas

Sony Ericsson today launched a Mobile World Congress mini site. The MWC will take place at Barcelona on 11-14 of February. The mini site has some interesting information about the event. Sony Ericsson will have an exhibition stand and you will have the opportunity to get hands-on with what's new from Sony Ericsson; from those products that continue the Wlakman and Cyber-shot phone stories to those that open completely new chapters.

This sounds very interesting. Maybe the new chapter they are talking about is the new G-series?

Via USEB

Comments (0) 07.02.2008. 20:45

Krusell - TOP-10 selling phones in January 2008

Nokia 6300 is number one at Krusell’s Top 10 list for the 2nd consequent month. Six out of ten phones on the list are Nokia which reflects their strong position on the market. Having Apple iPhone on our top ten list shows two things, says Ulf Sandberg MD at Krusell. Firstly, iPhone buyers are eager to equip their device with a well designed case, and secondly Krusell has gained market shares in North America over the past period, since iPhone is not so widely spread in Europe yet, he ends.

1. (1) Nokia 6300
2. (2) Sony Ericsson K810i
3. (6) Nokia 3109/3110
4. (-) Nokia N95 8GB
5. (3) Sony Ericsson K850i
6. (9) Nokia 6500i
7. (-) Nokia E51
8. (5) Apple iphone
9. (-) Nokia N95
10. (8) Sony Ericsson K530i

Continue reading Comments (0) 07.02.2008. 19:20

Cyber-Shot contest - Become a celebrity photographer

Sony Ericsson's latest Cyber-Shot contest is very easy to understand. You just need to buy any Sony Ericsson Cyber-Shot phone and register it here for an opportunity to click Hrithik Roshan and Yana Gupta personally. Sony Ericsson will choose 125 winners and the lucky ones will get a chance to shoot the stars at an exclusive fashion show through a lucky draw.

Comments (0) 29.01.2008. 18:23

2007 reviewed by Developer World head

Sony Ericsson had a great success in 2007. They sold over 100 million phones, gained more market share and announced great handsets, such as the K850i and P1i. Now the year 2007 is behind us and Jens Greve, Head of Sony Ericsson Developer World, shares his thoughts on the past and his excitement about the plans for 2008.

2007 was a great year for Sony Ericsson as we sold more phones than ever before – over 100 million globally. As Sony Ericsson continues to grow, so does Sony Ericsson Developer World. In 2007, I was excited to welcome developers from 200 countries to our web portal and our developer services were used more than ever.

Let me recap a few highlights from 2007 from a Sony Ericsson Developer World perspective.

Continue reading Comments (0) 29.01.2008. 15:38

Sony Ericsson adds 5 million new tracks to PlayNow arena

Yesterday Sony Ericsson announced deals with 10 major record labels: Sony BMG, Warner Music Group, EMI, The Orchard, IODA, The PocketGroup, Hungama, X5 Music, Bonnier Amigo and VidZone, adding over 5 million new tracks to its extensive catalogue. Sony Ericsson also unveiled the design and URL for PlayNow arena and launched PlayNow Uncut, (formerly M-Buzz) a music promotional space for new, unsigned and developing artists.

Sony Ericsson introduced PlayNow in February 2004 as the easiest way to pre-listen and then purchase polyphonic ringtones directly to your phone. The service has proved a hit with consumers and is now available in 32 countries around the world, with annual free and premium downloads through both PlayNow and Fun & Downloads having reached more than 200 million. Since launch, the scope of the service has expanded to mirror the functionality of Sony Ericsson’s phones to include mastertones (MP3 ringtones), games, full music tracks, themes and wallpapers.

Continue reading Comments (0) 28.01.2008. 06:51

Four reviews coming up!

I'm glad to announce that SEfanatics will publish four reviews in near future. Sony Ericsson will send me three phones: K850i, W960i and P1i. I'm very excited to test out how these new UIQ 3 devices works and of course it's nice to review the high-end camera phone, K850i. The first review, I will publish is W880i review. I just bought the W880i and the review will be ready soon. Stay tuned!

Edit: Here's the W880i review

Comments (2) 20.01.2008. 18:49