Sony Ericsson today announces the Z710 EDGE-capable clamshell packaged with business-friendly features such as push e-mail support and RSS feeds.

Sony Ericsson Z710i More Photos View Specs

The Z710 also features an Access NetFront full HTML browser for high-speed browsing with EDGE connectivity. Offering the latest Bluetooth 2.0 with HDR (high data rate), data can be transferred at fast rates with other Bluetooth devices, providing robust, quality connections for accessories such as wireless headsets and handsfree car kits. Also supporting Bluetooth streaming in stereo (A2DP), users can enjoy the full stereo power of the phone's media player completely wire-free.

When it's time to switch off, the entertainment suite includes a high performance media player and FM radio with RDS. The media player supports all of the common music file formats, including the new e-AAC+, which dramatically reduces memory space and download time.

The integrated 2.0-megapixel camera captures sharp, crisp stills and video that can be easily shared using MMS, Bluetooth, stored on the Memory Stick, or transferred quickly to a PC via USB. PC tools include synchronization of the phone book and calendar as well as USB 2.0 support. A 64 MB Memory Stick Micro (M2) is supplied that is expandable to 1 GB.

The Z710's clamshell design allows for a large external LCD screen, providing many functions without ever opening the phone. By using the direct keys nearby, the media player, FM radio, SMS message review, previewing tasks, and diary appointments can all be accessed and controlled.

The Z710 is a quad-band EDGE/GPRS phone available in Twilight Black or Metallic Sand and starts shipping during Q3 2006. It is available in the following variants:

- Z710i quad-Band EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 for Europe, Middle East, Africa and Americas
- Z710c quad-Band EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 for Mainland China

Sony Ericsson Z710 Specs

Imaging and Messaging
- 262K-color display
- 176 x 220 px TFT display
- 1.5-inch 128 x 128 px 4-level white on blue external LCD for quick access
- 2.0-megapixel camera
- Digital zoom
- Video recording / playback
- 10 MB user memory
- Bundled with 64 MB Memory Stick Micro (M2)
- SMS, EMS and MMS
- QuickShare
- Instant Messaging
- Push-To-Talk
- Adobe picture/video PC SW

Music
- Media player (MP3, AAC and AAC+, eAAC+)
- Support for m4a
- FM radio with RDS
- Stereo portable handsfree
- PlayNow Ring tones
- PlayNow Games
- Streaming Audio/Video
- Java MIDP 2.0
- 3D games
- Music and Video DJ
- OMA DRM phase 2

Connectivity
- EDGE quad-band 850/900/1800/1900
- GPRS class 10
- EDGE class 10
- Bluetooth
- Memory Stick Micro (M2) support
- USB 2.0 support with USB cable provided in the box
- PC Tools & Software
- Infrared
- WAP 2.0
- Full HTML Browser
- RSS Feed

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