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Whenever someone takes hold on a precious information about a soon-to-be-released-device, for a long time expected to see the light of the day, people start following every step of the product until an official statement of the manufacturer. That’s what happens when information leaks and everyone feels like being the first to grab and publish the news is an ultimate task.



A couple of weeks ago, blurry pictures and some not-so-very-reliable information about a brand new Sony Ericsson device became public. If at first glance, the phone seemed to lack appeal, things get very interesting as more details are revealed.

The point is Sony Ericsson is working on a new Cybershot model and this doesn’t come as a surprise for anyone nowadays, as some time ago a blurry photo of the new model was leaked on the internet. There’s only one thing that is certain: the fact that the company doesn’t spare any effort in order develop handsets for people to enjoy. The same scenario applies to the Cybershot codenamed Kate.



These new photos can make us a whole lot happier as they’re clearer than the one people got to see before and are able to satisfy even the most demanding eyes. As seen in the photos, the phone seems to be a medium-sized one, maybe a little bit too thick. Instead, it features a large screen which is meant to make most of the pictures taken with the 5 megapixel camera Kate apparently has; in addition, as rumors go, the camera comes with Xenon Flash, Auto Focus and Smile Shutter options.

There’s a dedicated key on the sides for picture/video switch, along with the volume/zoom key and the round capture key. You can easily see that yet another key is placed there, which seems to allow users access to the gallery of photos. The other side of the device features the traditional Sony Ericsson connector for data transfer and charging.



Have a look at the keyboard now! Don’t you have the impression it’s a Nokia-keyboard-wannabe, given the large keys? Luckily, the design still manages to keep the Sony Ericsson feel, so you wouldn’t have to go through the embarrassment of not knowing what type of mobile phone you own.

Based on the Sony Ericsson’s Java Platform 8.4, the device has no GPS or frontal camera for video calling. Therefore, if you don’t want to put off getting a portable GPS navigation system just yet (in the case you don’t have one already), Kate might disappoint a little bit. On the other hand, it is expected that the device has at least EDGE/UTMS/HSDPA and Bluetooth 2.0 functions, as found on many Sony Ericsson’s mobile phones.

The handset is said to be announced at the end of this month. Rumors go even further, as Kate is priced at 300 Euro or $450. Nothing official yet, so we shall live and we shall see!

(Source concept-phones.com)