Xperia X1

Just called SE and they said the X1 was to be released by the end of this month or early Nov, I'm due for an upgrade now and was gonna get the Omnia but don't know if I should wait now. It could take 8 months for the networks to release it like the P1! Any one have inside info?
 
I've heard November... That's through Nashua mobile... I reckon it would be well worth your while to wait... Thing is the Experia is very much on a par with the Touch Pro and that's going for an exorbitant 4.5k pay in on a Anytime 350 package. I doubt the Experia will be much cheaper but I am hoping, due for an upgrade 1st December...
 
Luckily I'm only due for a upgrade in January 2009. That gives me enough time to see and hear how these phones compare.

On looks I'll take the X1. With it's nice 800 x 400 pixel display.

Memory wise, well, 16GB Omnia against 400MB X1. That's a huge difference.

Both got GPS.

The Cameras doesn't bother me at all. I don't care if its VGA or 10MP.

I'm still happy with my E90 after 9months. I'll just stick with it till something nice comes out.
 
What about the X1's qwerty KB? Got to be better than Omnia's virtual on screen KB? X1 has micro sd slot so onboard memory irrelevant surely? Okay going to cost one a few bob purchasing card..
 
Piesang said:
I've overlooked that. That sure is a plus.

Just found out that I'm upgrading December. That is even worse. :eek:
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same as me, y's it worse? there will always be something bigger/better just around the corner, it's impossible to keep up with cell phone tech but if one wants to be ahead for at least a couple of months would have to go for touch pro/experia...
 
sandmanm34 said:
same as me, y's it worse? there will always be something bigger/better just around the corner, it's impossible to keep up with cell phone tech but if one wants to be ahead for at least a couple of months would have to go for touch pro/experia...
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The reason why I say it's worse is because there is nothing that I REALLY want at this moment.


X1
E71
Touch PRO
OMNIA
N96 (Mabye)
 
I wonder if the SPs will pay the current exchange rates for these new phones...
 
I reckon cash price once it's local is going to be around 9k, same as touch pro... it's heavy...
 
An early review: http://www.tracyandmatt.co.uk/blogs/index.php/2008/10/27/sony-ericsson-xperia-x1-review
Conclusion


I have been using this phone on a daily basis for about 2 weeks or so, and I find it very easy to live with, the speed, clear screen (albeit recessed) and quality of the device makes it very enjoyable. The battery life for me was the best bit; the ability to switch about in and out of the different panels was fun. I am sure that given time out in the wild, development in these areas, will prove that this is probably one of the all time classic devices.

My doubts on the keyboard and the d-pad are definite put off’s. I think in comparison to the Touch Pro, I have to agree with Matt, it really depends with your personal uses and preferences. My personal decision is that I really don’t use the keyboard enough to warrant having one on a phone; I have convinced myself that I can operate just as quickly on a touchscreen SIP, so for now I will be sticking with my diamond. But I will definitely be interested in the directions that software and ROM developments take this phone, it has a great starting point and can only get better, this is definitely the start of things to come and not the finished article.

As a footnote, whilst in Lund, I took the opportunity to suggest to the Guys in development that a great solution for me would be an X1 / Touch Pro, with a detachable keyboard, so that during the week, it is a business phone, but in the evening and at weekends, detach the keyboard and have the benefits of a slim, pocket friendly, social phone.

Watch this space, if it materialises, that was my idea!



Now I am going to try and answer some of the questions posted that Matt has not already answered:

What's it like as a phone?

Works very well. Signal strength seems good, better than the Pro in this respect, and holds on to signal while in call quite well. Had a few dropped calls but only in known black spots. Battery life is good and sound quality/volume also good.

Navigating to the place to make an outbound call?

There is a send hardware button as pictured, which opens the standard Windows smartdialer.

What does it do when the phone rings? (pop up? etc)

Standard Windows Mobile fare, a pop up which can be disabled.

What about when an SMS comes in? Or if you want to write one?

Once again standard WM. Pop up, sounds etc can be configured. To write WM messages.

Is user is able to text message single-handedly?

You can, it’s easier for me on the screen, as I use TouchPal, you can on the keyboard but adding Capitals, figures etc tricky one handed.

Which display is better in sunlight?

As soon as I see some sunlight I could answer! Seriously though there isn't much to choose between the two, the X1 has a slight edge as it seems to have one less layer of plastic in front of the screen for light to bounce off.

Hi, only major question I've got is how solid is the slider mechanism, is there any slop or lateral movement in it?

This is very good, very positive, satisfying click once open, very little to none lateral on this one, slightly more when shut than open but still good.

Can you confirm what the 3G specs for the device you have are? 850,1900 and 2100 mhz or just 2100?

According to reported specs 850, 1900 and 2100.

When will Xperia 1 be launched in Guam (part of u.s. territory)?

No idea sorry. Now on general release though.

What are the contents in the box if I will get to know dat it wud be easy to get my hands on em thanks a lot

As mentioned this is a C&J device, hope to confirm soon

Hey, I'm just wondering about one thing...how much do you think the X1 would be?...

Now appearing in stock, check out prices, as they are country dependant.


Review by: Steve
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Well the status of the phone has finally changed to: Released/Available in stores on GSMArena.

Would really like to see what the review of it will be like.
Some people posting on the site are complaining about the panels being slow, accelarometer, but I can't be bothered by those comments as there is no way to verify if its true.

People have been posting all year that they got the phone in Dubai or Indonesia - bitching and complementing it.

I sincerely hope its going to be all that I wanted, as I've been waiting for this sucker :p

EDIT: Mmm v3g - How's your test unit been treating you? :p :D If you have one that is? ;)
 
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