Faster and Smarter—the Sony Ericsson Xperia™ pro slides into the hands of Fido customers

• Fido, first carrier in the world to launch the Xperia pro
• Xperia pro combines intuitive and fast messaging with advanced entertainment features from Sony
• Full slide-out ergonomically designed keyboard and Wi-Fi™ make it easier to text and browse

TORONTO, Aug. 15, 2011 /CNW/ - Messaging should be fast and easy, right? With the Sony Ericsson Xperia™ pro - available today at Fido -it is. A powerful device for work or play, the Xperia pro combines cutting edge entertainment features with a slide-out keyboard and the latest version of Android 2.3, Gingerbread. Canadians are the first in the world to get their hands on the Xperia pro.

The Xperia pro couples a full sized, ergonomically crafted, keyboard with smart functionality for an enhanced messaging experience. Integrated messaging features such as fast Type & Send functionality eliminate the need to open a dedicated application for each type of message. Smart Keyboard triggers predictive messaging actions automatically when the user slides out the keyboard.

"We are thrilled that Fido is the world's first carrier to offer the Sony Ericsson Xperia pro and assist us in providing consumers greater choice across the Xperia range," says Peter Farmer, Head of Marketing - North America, Sony Ericsson. "The Xperia pro combines stunning design with state-of-the-art Sony technology and a new faster messaging experience creating an entertaining smartphone perfect for users who prefer a full keyboard."

The Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA® Engine delivers exceptional visual brilliance and a crystal clear image that enhances the Xperia pro's overall entertainment experience. Sony's award-winning Exmor R™ for mobile sensor enables users to capture high quality, bright pictures and HD videos even in low light. All pictures and videos can be shared on an HD TV in your living room via the built in HDMI-connector.

The Sony Ericsson Xperia pro is available for $50 with a three-year Fido Agreement on select plans. An ideal business phone for Android fans, the Xperia pro comes complete with a set of professional functions and is pre-loaded with Office Suite Pro which lets users view and edit office documents directly on the phone.

Sony Ericsson Xperia pro - Key features

• Touch phone with perfect slide-out keyboard and smart functions for fast messaging
• Synch your email and edit office documents on the go
• 8.1 PR camera (2.4 F-value) with Exmor R™ for mobile to capture great stills and videos even in low light
• Sony Mobile BRAVIA® Engine provides crisp and clear display
• HDMI. Connect to an HD TV or a projector
• Google™ services and more than 200,000 apps on Android Market™
• Available in Black

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