Along with several Walkman phones and Cybershot phones, Sony Ericsson today also announced a clamshell fashion phone, the Sony Ericsson Z250. Here is more info about the phone:

"For a phone that can't help but attract attention, look no further than the new Sony Ericsson Z250 clamshell, announced today. Pocket-sized and just 19mm thin, this camera phone is wrapped in an alluring metallic finish, with subtle patterns that catch the light. The Z250 still finds room for an impressive feature set, including a good quality camera and storage for up to 200 of your pictures. With an interface that's simplicity itself, including clear desktop icons and one-click access to key features, the Z250 is one phone you'll want to be seen with.

The Sony Ericsson Z250 Camera Clamshell

Instant attraction Eye-catching metallic patterns and external icons display

Simple style A fashionable, compact design with simplicity at its heart. Easy and intuitive to use.

Pocket memories Snap and store up to 200 photos to enjoy and share with friends

Bags of style
The fashionable top decoration with its subtle metallic pattern gives a premium feel to the Z250. There's a colour choice of either Morning White or Silent Black, giving it broad appeal to both a male and female audience. The front face of the phone is completely smooth, hiding icon displays that only come to life when triggered by an incoming call or text. The slim, lightweight body adds to the Z250's smoothness, so it slips easily into your jacket, jeans or coat when you leave the house.

Fashion shoot
Use the Z250 to capture memorable moments when you're out with friends and share your shots in an engaging way with the special slide show feature; just set the show rolling, gather round with your friends and enjoy your pictures straight from the phone. With enough room to store up to 200 images, there's plenty of room for all of those impromptu photo moments.

Your personal assistant
It takes just one click on the Z250 to reach a collection of features that can help organise your life. Whether you want to send a message, access the camera or get straight to your phonebook, with the multi-way navigation key you're just a click away. Although the Z250 weighs in at just 90 grams, it's certainly no light-weight. It has enough stamina for up to 7 hours talk time and up to 300 hours standby.

Accessorise your Z250
The Universal Car Holder HCH-70 is a convenient in-car accessory that helps you go handsfree whilst sat in the car. Add a Stereo Handsfree Headset and handle calls with comfort.

If you want to transfer files, ringtones and more between your computer and the Z250, then the USB Cable DCU-70 is a handy solution. Or to make sure that you can always make a call, even when on holiday, opt for the Micro Travel Charger CMT-60 - just plug your phone directly into the socket to charge it up.

The Sony Ericsson Z250 is available in the following network versions and will be in the shops worldwide from Q3 2007:

Z250i and Z258c (GSM/GPRS 900/1800/1900)
Z250a (GSM/GPRS 850/1800/1900)

The Z250 clamshell camera phone at a glance:

Key Features

0.3 megapixel (VGA) camera
WAP 2.0 XHTML
Polyphonic ringtones
Speakerphone
Vibrating alert
Picture messaging (MMS)
Predictive text input
Sound recorder
Text messaging (SMS)
Navigation key
Picture wallpaper
Java
Alarm clock
Calculator
Calendar
Notes
Phone book
Stopwatch
Tasks
Timer
Infrared
USB mass storage

Accessories
In-Box:
Battery
Phone charger
User guide.

Optional:
Portable Handsfree HPM-64
Move to the beat with a classic in-ear design

USB Cable DCU-60
Connect your mobile phone and computer and transfer files, ring signals and more.

Micro Travel Charger CMT-60
Easy charging when traveling

Universal Car Holder HCH-70
A convenient car holder for your Z250

Availability and versions
Size: 85 x 47 x 19.5 mm
Weight: 90 grams

Colours:
Morning White and Silent Black
Screen: 65,536 colour CSTN
Resolution: 128 x 160 pixels
Size: 1.8 inches

External screen: Icon display
Phone memory: Up to 10 MB

Networks:
Z250i and Z258c (GSM/GPRS 900/1800/1900)
Z250a (GSM/GPRS 850/1800/1900)

Talk time GSM/GPRS: Up to 7 hours
Standby time GSM/GPRS: Up to 300 hours

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