A few handset photo leaks have been floating around the internet, more specifically, Sony Ericsson handsets. We recently saw the Xperia X8 leaked in a photo, which later turned into an official announcement from Sony Ericsson. This time, we’ve got a 5.5 inch handset from the company which is running Android 2.1, something which consumers want to see on the already released, Xperia X10 but, have to wait for. It is noted however, that the device, as well as the OS on the handset, is in it’s infancy, with low level drivers being tested. As well as sporting Android 2.1, the handset also features a QWERTY slideout keyboard. Originally the handset was supposed to launch in the fall but, it’s been pushed back to CES 2011. Whether this means that’s when it’ll be released, or announced , is unclear but, we’ll keep you posted.

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One complaint among X1 users, seems to be that using the X1 with one hand proves to be quite difficult. One of the reasons being that there isn’t a finger friendly keyboard, the QWERTY keyboard needs to be used for replying to messages etc. There also isn’t a Start menu button.

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