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Feb 02
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Sony Ericsson has unveiled an eco-friendly smartphone, called the Aspen. The new Windows Mobile-based smartphone is the latest in the company’s GreenHeart Portfolio, which features products with an overall CO2 profile that is reduced by 15 percent.
Sony Ericsson announced its GreenHeart Portfolio in June of 2009, noting that the initiative was the “result of a long-standing commitment to reduce the use hazardous chemicals from its phones.” GreenHeart phones feature an e-manual so as to eliminate paper waste, smaller packaging to decrease transport cost, low-power chargers, and recycled plastics.
In addition to its environmentally-friendly features, the Aspen also packs in plenty of tools for business users. The phone runs version 6.5.3 of Windows Mobile, and offers a full selection of mobile office software. It has a 2.4-inch touch screen, a full QWERTY keyboard, a 3.2-megapixel camera, and support for Wi-Fi and 3G networks.
Sony Ericsson has not said how much the Aspen will cost, but says it will be available in the second quarter of 2010.
