UPDATE: Sony Ericsson Yendo WALKMAN phone does NOT use Android

Sony Ericsson has today confirmed the arrival of its “Yendo with Walkman” smartphone, but despite featuring the same corner-based touchscreen UI we’ve seen working to such good effect on the X10 Mini and the all-new X8, the phone is NOT running Android underneath – it’s using a “Sony Ericsson Proprietary” core beneath its recognisable skin.

Just thought we’d put that one straight. Consider this an apology. This update supercedes this update.

And here’s a nice photo.

We didn’t think it had enough buttons. We said that. We did actually say that at the time. Here’s the full press release and tech spec list of the Yendo, if you’re interested.

Sony Ericsson Yendo™ with Walkman™ – the first full touch Walkman™ phone

Combines four corner touch UI from the Sony Ericsson Xperia™ family with award-winning Walkman™ phone experience

Singapore – June 16 2010 – Today Sony Ericsson announces the Sony Ericsson Yendo™ with Walkman™, the first full touch Walkman™ phone which combines music, social networking and communication in one colourful phone. Benefitting from the innovative four corner touch UI debuted on the Sony Ericsson Xperia™ X10 mini and Sony Ericsson Xperia™ X10 mini pro, the Sony Ericsson Yendo™ with Walkman™ really brings music to consumers’ fingertips.

Sony Ericsson Yendo™ with Walkman™ gives consumers the ultimate iconic award-winning* Walkman™ phone experience but also allows consumers to show their individuality. Consumers have a number of colour combinations to choose from so they can personalise their handset to suit their mood and make sure it stands out from the crowd. The four corner touch UI also allows users to find the most important phone features in one easy and fun one hand operation. So whether it’s text messaging, Facebook™ or email, users can experience a unique and individual touch experience on a crystal clear and 2.6’’ display.

Experience a full touch Walkman™ phone with the Sony Ericsson Yendo™ with Walkman™:

Music – jam-packed with Walkman™ phone features, including Touch TrackID™, MediaGo and PlayNow™
Social – access to social networking such as Facebook™, Twitter™, or Orkut™ 2.0megapixel camera to upload photos straight to the web or send to friends
Communication – easily browse the web and chat or e-mail your family and friends
Four corners, four icons – everything you want at your fingertips
“With more than 140 million Walkman™ phones sold world-wide and touch screen technology increasingly gaining popularity, we have listened to consumers and provided them with the perfect combination – the first full touch Walkman™ phone, the Sony Ericsson Yendo™ with Walkman™. Marrying the popular four corner UI debuted on the successful Sony Ericsson Xperia™ X10 mini, with our award winning Walkman™ phone experience, consumers now have a unique Communication Entertainment experience.” Said Jenny Maltesson, Global Product Marketing Manager, Sony Ericsson.

Sony Ericsson Yendo™ with Walkman™
Full touch Walkman™ phone

Touch Walkman™ player – music at fingertips
Touch TrackID™ – find out the name of that song with just one touch
PlayNow™ – access favourite and new songs quickly and easily
MediaGo – transfer your music from a PC to the mobile phone
Four corner UI – access Walkman™ player, contacts, keypad and more with just one touch
Easy navigation – easy access to your favourite web pages
Express yourself with one of the ten RTL colours
Social networking – Facebook™ or Twitter™ away
3.5mm stereo jack – play personal
The Sony Ericsson Yendo™ with Walkman™ supports GSM GPRS/EDGE Rx 850/1900 and GSM GPRS/EDGE Rx 900/1800

The Sony Ericsson Yendo™ with Walkman™ will be available in selected markets from Q3 in the colours: Black, Blue, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, Silver, White and Yellow.

Log on to The Sony Ericsson Product Blog for more information: http://blogs.sonyericsson.com/products

The Sony Ericsson Yendo™ with Walkman™

Camera

2.0 megapixel camera
4x digital zoom
Music

Album art
Bluetooth™ stereo (A2DP)
Walkman™ player
Music player
Music tones (MP3/AAC)
PlayNow™
TrackID™
Web

Bookmarks
Google™ search (from standby)
Communication

Speakerphone
Vibrating alert
Messaging

Conversations
Email
Picture messaging (MMS)
Predictive text input
Sound recorder
Text messaging (SMS)
Design

Touchscreen
Entertainment

Facebook™ application
Orkut™ application
Twitter™ application
FM radio
Java
Video viewing
Organiser

Alarm clock
Calculator
Calendar
Document readers
Flight mode
Notes
Phone book
Connectivity

3.5 mm audio jack AVP
Bluetooth™ technology
Micro USB connector
Modem
USB mass storage
USB support
Preloaded applications

Facebook™ – social networking
Twitter – social networking
Brick Breaker Rev
Night Club Fever
Screen

Colours: 262,144 colour TFT
Resolution: 320×240 pixels
Size (diagonal : 2:6 inches
Accessories

In-Box:
Sony Ericsson Yendo™ with Walkman™
Battery
Stereo portable handsfree
Charger
USB cable
User documentation
Optional:

Hi-Fi Headset with Remote MH810
Screen protector
Portable Stereo Speakers MS450
Facts

Size: 93.5 x 52 x 15.8 mm
Weight: 81 grams
Phone memory: Up to 5MB
Operating system: Sony Ericsson Proprietary
Processor: 720MHz
Talk time GSM/GPRS: Up to 3.5hrs
Standby time GSM/GPRS: Up to 312hrs
CPU ARM946 @ 156Mhz
Availability and versions

Networks
GSM GPRS/EDGERx 850/1900
GSM GPRS/EDGERx 900/1800
Available in selected markets in Q32010
Colour

Black, Blue, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, Silver, White and Yellow