Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray launches with Android 2.3

Over in Singapore, Sony Ericsson has unleashed a new Android 2.3 handset in the form of the Xperia Ray, toting a 1GHz processor.<br/><br/>The 3.3-inch touchscreen phone is just 0.1mm thicker than the iPhone 4 and comes with Sony's Mobile Bravia Engine, last seen on the high-end Xperia handsets unveiled at Mobile World Congress, including the Xperia Arc.<br/><br/><strong>Sting like a sting ray </strong><br/><br/>"We expect Xperia Ray to appeal to consumers who are looking for a combination of beautiful design and a rich feature set," said global product marketing manager Daniel Sandblom.<br/><br/>We'd question the beautiful design side of things, but the Ray isn't lacking in features.<br/><br/>The 8.1MP camera offers the Exmor R sensor technology and HD video recording, and there's also a front-mounted camera for video-calling.<br/><br/>As well as Sony Ericsson's proprietary music player, it also comes with all the Android goodies we're accustomed to (Android Market, Google apps, email etc), with built-in memory of 300MB expandable with an included 4GB microSD card and stand-by battery life set to last up to 430 hours.<br/><br/>What's more, Sony Ericsson has come up with a bunch of "SmartExtras", including LiveSound headphones and a LiveDock docking station - both designed to offer easier access to applications when in use.<br/><br/>Set to land imminently given the Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray UK release date of Q3, the aluminium-framed Ray comes in four radiant colour highlights (black, gold, white and pink).

Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray launches with Android 2.3

Over in Singapore, Sony Ericsson has unleashed a new Android 2.3 handset in the form of the Xperia Ray, toting a 1GHz processor. The 3.3-inc...

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