SonyEricsson just announced that the Z1010 which is their first 3G phone will be shipping out in a couple of days to a few key Middle East markets where 3G is supported.

SonyEricsson just announced that the Z1010 which is their first 3G phone will be shipping out in a couple of days. According to a top official, the phone will be shipped to a few key Middle East markets where 3G is supported.

"We are in the final stages of testing of the model with a number of telecom operators who have commissioned 3G in their markets," said Jan Wareby, corporate executive vice-president and head of sales and marketing.

"Sony Ericsson is very clear in that it does not want to make products that are not as good as the GSM phones already available in the market. Issues such as a longer battery life had to be addressed."

Thanks Ahbao for the tip.