Fido launches Sony Xperia U

Sony Xperia USony Mobile Communications today announced that the Sony Xperia U is now available in Canada through Fido.

The Xperia U is a smartphone designed to reflect a consumer’s unique personality. At the base of the Xperia U is a transparent element that illuminates depending on the colour theme you have chosen. By clicking on the gallery application the transparent element will change to match the colour of photos viewed in the gallery or the cover art of music tracks playing on the smartphone. The Xperia U can also be customized with exchangeable caps and themes to reflect consumers’ style and mood.

Sony Xperia U specifications:

  • Processor: 1GHz dual-core NovaThor U8500
  • Operating system: Google Android 2.3 (upgradeable to 4.0)
  • Cellular connectivity: Quad-core GSM/HSPA
  • Other connectivity: A-GPS, 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
  • Display: 3.5-inch FWGA (854×480) with Mobile BRAVIA Engine
  • Input: Capacitive touchscreen
  • Memory: 512MB RAM
  • Storage: 4GB onboard
  • Rear-facing camera: 5MP AF with LED flash
  • Front-facing camera: VGA
  • Dimensions / weight: 112 x 54 x 12 millimeters / 110 grams
  • Other: Exchangeable base caps (black and pink included), xLOUD and 3D surround sound

The Sony Xperia U comes with Sony’s Unlimited Music and Video Unlimited services.

Fido is offering the Sony Xperia U for free on a three-year contract, CA$30 on a two-year contract or CA$300 with no contract.

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