Sony Ericsson has introduced two new HSDPA phones into its line-up; each designed to take its range web-enabled phones in a different direction, The Z780 expands the company's range of devices for markets outside of Europe and the compact G502 is aimed at a mainstream audience.

"These two phones are quite distinct, yet both have the potential to introduce more users to the world of web on your mobile," said Martin Winkler, director of global marketing and head of multimedia web at Sony Ericsson. "Being able to check your email whenever you like or surf the web when on-the-move should not just be the preserve of professionals. The Z780 and the G502 will appeal to anyone juggling a busy life".

The Z780, a sister product to the recently announced Z770 packs tri-band 3G and HSDPA into its clamshell frame. It also introduces built-in aGPS, giving users the opportunity to carry their navigation solution with them on their phone.

The new G502 is the latest in an established line of classic Sony Ericsson phones, but is the first such model, however, to feature high-speed HSDPA capability.

Both the Z780 and the G502 come with the latest version of Google Maps for Mobile. The built-in aGPS functionality of the Z780 is tied into the  Google Maps application so that users can receive turn-by-turn directions.

The Z780 is a UMTS/HSDPA 850/1900/2100 and GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 phone that will be available in selected markets from Q2 2008.

The G502 is a UMTS/HSDPA 2100 and GSM/GPRS/EDGE 900/1800/1900 phone that will be available in selected markets from Q2 2008.

Posted to the site on 23rd April 2008

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