Launch report · Sony Ericsson
Xperia X10: Sony Ericsson's first Android phone, with the Timescape and Mediascape UI.
SpecEagle Editorial·Mar 2010·$550·Score 42/100
The Xperia X10 was Sony Ericsson's Android debut, introducing the Timescape and Mediascape social hubs and a strong 8 MP camera. Crippled at launch by Android 1.6 and slow updates, it nonetheless began the Xperia Android line that continues today.
Key specs at launch
Display
4.0" LCD
OS
Android 1.6
Memory
384 MB · 8 GB
Main cam
8 MP
Battery
1,500 mAh
Weight
135 g
What stands out
- Sony Ericsson's first Android phone.
- 8 MP camera was strong for 2010.
- Timescape/Mediascape social UI.
- microSD + jack.
What to watch
- Shipped on Android 1.6 — badly outdated.
- Update to 2.x was painfully slow.
- Single-touch screen at launch.
- Heavy custom UI.
The phone it has to beat
Galaxy Note (1st gen)
$700 · score 75/100