Skinning user interfaces may seem like a bad idea (unless it is the old Windows Mobile 6.X series), but in some cases, it proves to be pretty successful even when you are skinning something that is as efficient as the Google Android OS.
Take a look at the new Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10. This device will be using the new Timescape and Mediascape user interface on the Android 1.6 Donut operating system. The big advantage here is that proprietary user interfaces tend to be able to give quick access to existing mobile phone features and are able to maximize hardware potential. Using Android OS or WinMo adds functionality.
The combination of Timescape and Mediascape coordinates your social networking accounts, contact information, music, videos and other playback content. Sure, the Android has apps that can do something similar, but SE’s system is already impressive and sufficient.
Anyway, running the user interfaces and the Google Android is pretty easy for the phone’s 1GHz Snapdragon processor. Loading processes and applications are fast and easy. Users also get a full 4 inch of TFT touch screen to use as well. Overall, the XPERIA X10 will be giving the HTC Desire some competition when both devices launch this coming March.
Fans of the XPERIA X10 who are still waiting for better budgets may want to consider getting the SE X10 Mini instead. The device may seem like a toy, but it is able to handle plenty of Android functions with ease. It is also almost half the size of the original XPERIA X10. Of course, this device will have watered down functions, but it will still retain the Android OS. The X10 Mini Pro is a second edition of the Mini that comes with a keyboard.
See more about the XPERIA X10 at Stuff TV.
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