The X10 review has been constantly flip-flopped both ways as the product continues to be a work in progress even after its release in 2010. Because of the numerous firmware updates that come along, such as the upgrade from Android 1.6 to Android 2.1, it is difficult to determine the ceiling of this product. Of course, one thing that is for sure is that this smart phone changes the dynamics of how consumers will look at their phones from this moment onward.
Generally, the X10 review has been generally positive as it saved a slumping Sony Ericsson brand that received a lot of flak for a subpar performance back in 2009. The first thing one will notice as the phone is being held is how 90% of the phone is dedicated to the screen itself. The LED that brightens up significantly when the phone is actually in use further supports this feature. The ergonomics of this phone is also top-notch as it is curved specifically to contour to the human body when it is kept in the pockets. These are small things that are overlooked but they all add up eventually.
On top of the Android Operating System, Sony Ericsson added a little neat trick up their sleeve called the User eXperience (UX) that is utilized in the form of two distinct applications: Timescape and Mediascape. The X10 review reports that Timescape covers facets such as Facebook, Twitter, and other social networking sites into a free-flowing wall on the main page. Sony Ericsson calls these updates as "Splines." Filters can be arranged if the Splines becomes too out of control at this point. Remember, battery life drains faster in this mode, so be aware of it at all times.
On the other hand, Mediascape captures photographs, music files, video clips, and other media-related material onto the interface. These two work hand in hand and are not separate from each other. In addition to being able to save specific contacts as priority callers, the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 can recognize as many as five contacts ready for storage for future reference. This is pretty nifty when it can be such a hassle to sift through contacts.
A task manager is lacking and the phone could definitely use one for a more streamlined package deal. Another questionable feature is the unlock button, which takes the form of an arc rather than a simple swipe the way it is done on the iPhone. One thing that the X10 review would like to note is that the contacts on the phone book cannot be synced with their Facebook and Twitter counterparts, a welcome addition as the ball gets rolling further on down the road.
On the flip side, it is actually easy to sync Yahoo! Mail and other POP mail on the Xperia X10. Also, thanks to the Snapdragon platform, surfing the Internet becomes an experience in itself. Infinite text format makes browsing very convenient as it adjusts depending on the pinch to zoom ratio accordingly. Now if only there were Flash video support.
An X10 review is not complete without the quotation. The Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 price ranges somewhere around $800-$900 depending on location and shipping costs.
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