Finally! The Android 2.1 update for Sony Ericsson Xperia X10, X10 Mini and X10 Mini Pro is finally available in Singapore. But of course, almost every Android phone is already on Android 2.2. Oh well, better late than never.
Here are the changes:
- Larger home screen: The XperiaTM X10 now offers a five panel home screen instead of three, allowing for a 20 icon setup instead of the previous 16. Enjoy the flexibility of having space to organise your favourite applications, widgets, shortcuts and folders with ease.
- Continuous auto-focus & HD video recording: The continuous auto-focus function now comes enhanced with greater clarity and responsiveness for a best in class HD recording experience.
- Improved TimescapeTM usability: Auto-scroll of social media updates and improved responsiveness enhance the TimescapeTM user experience.
- Social Phonebook: Automatically syncing FacebookTM, TwitterTM and phone contacts with photos, the application shows when your friends are online and what they’re up to in one easy-to-use interface. (also available on XperiaTMX10 mini and mini pro)
- Enhanced user experience: New functionalities and a world of applications from the Android™ Market at your fingertips. (also available on Xperia TM X10 mini and mini pro)
- Preloaded apps (Singapore market only): A series of apps will be preloaded exclusively on all Singapore XperiaTM devices to further enhance the communication and entertainment experience for users. These include ShowNearby™ for Sony Ericsson, TrackID™, Evernote and OfficeSuite viewer. (also available on Xperia TM X10 mini and mini pro)
But here is the bad news for all owners – You have to go to one of the 3 Sony Ericsson service centres in order to update your phone (for now). You may call Sony Ericsson’s customer service hotline at 6744 0733 for further enquiries.
| Location | Address | Opening Hours |
| Junction 8 Shopping Mall | 9 Bishan Place,
#02-28/29 |
11.00am – 7.45pm
Public Holidays: Closed |
| Isetan Orchard | 435 Orchard Road #04-01
Wisma Atria |
11.00am – 8.30pm |
| Jurong Point Shopping Centre | 1 Jurong West Central 2, MobilePhone Megastore
#B1-87/88 |
Monday – Saturday: 11.00am – 8.00pm
Sunday & Public Holidays: 11.00am – 5.00pm |
Remember to BACKUP all your information on your phone first with the Sony Ericsson PC Companion (2.0)
Enjoy your new Android 2.1 and do let me know what you think of the new updates.