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Sony Ericsson will be featured as OEM of the Month on Cingular devCentral's web portal during May 2006. Cingular's US developers will get a chance to learn more about Sony Ericsson, its phones, supported technologies and technical resources.

In support of this activity Sony Ericsson is hosting a Mobile Java 3D game development webcast on May 24, 2006 and a Mobile Java

3D treasure hunt throughout the month with a chance to win a W600 Walkman

phone with A/B hardware buttons for convenient, two-handed game control.

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Sony Ericsson webcast: Getting to grips with Mobile Java 3D game development

1hour Online seminar: Technical Presentation
Date: May 24, 2006
Time: 10-11am PT (GMT -7:00)

To create the most compelling gaming content on mobile you need to find ways to maximize the capabilities of the mobile phone and stretch the boundaries of existing technologies. A lot has happened since Sony Ericsson announced its first Mobile Java 3D-enabled phones in March 2004. Sony Ericsson sees Mobile Java 3D as a key driver of mobile gaming because it enhances the game-playing experience through more advanced and appealing graphics. In short, Sony Ericsson is bringing 3D gaming to the masses and early adopters of Mobile Java 3D have a competitive advantage.

As leading technical resource in Mobile Java 3D, Sony Ericsson Developer World offers you a unique opportunity to learn exactly what you need to know to either get you started or to hone your existing skills. This webcast will also build your understanding of mobile gaming market requirements and where you can get access to more information on the latest technologies and phones.

This webcast entitled Getting to grips with Mobile Java 3D game development will give all developers interested in entering the third dimension a real insight into:

The gaming market and where it is heading
Why 3D
An overview of 3D devices and 3D APIs
Technical advise on working in 3D, complete with an opportunity to see the positive visual impact of working in 3D
Technical review of some of the most frequently asked questions about working in mobile Java 3D and most importantly, the answers!
Highlight some of the differences required when converting from 2D to 3D
Overview of the latest SDKs, tools and sample code
Highlight where developers can access this information when they need it

This webcast ideal is for existing mobile game developers who currently have a good understanding of Java ME or console game development and are looking to further develop their portfolio of skills and applications. As a developer you will learn not only how to maximize your existing skills, but come away with an understanding of how the market is progressing and why it is vital for you to get started now with this maturing technology.

Join the Mobile Java 3D treasure hunt!

During May 2006 we start a special Mobile Java 3D treasure hunt and it is your chance to win a mobile phone that'll change your perspective on mobile gaming. Seek out the answers to five quick questions and submit a motivation of max 100 words and you could be one of the lucky winners of a Sony Ericsson W600 Walkman phone.

This contest is sponsored by Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications (USA) Inc. as part of the OEM of the Month activities on Cingular devCentral in May 2006. To enter this treasure hunt contest, you must be a US developer.

3D Extreme Air Snowboarding by Digital Chocolate in landscape mode on a W600 Walkman phone.

Your mission is to answer five questions related to Mobile Java 3D game development by 12:00 p.m. CST June 2, 2006, and create an original description of max 100 words about the opportunities/benefits of Mobile Java 3D for you as a developer, for operators and/or consumers.

The 10 best descriptions will win a W600 phone!

Enter the Mobile Java 3D treasure hunt here>>

Sony Ericsson in North America
Although we may not be as big in the US as in other regions, Sony Ericsson is an important, up-and-coming brand recognized by many developers in the US. We work with many US developers in game development who not only target the US market but our global product portfolio, and we would like to encourage also enterprise developers to do the same.

We launched the following phones in North America in 2005, all selling with Cingular:

We have announced the following models for North America for 2006 launch (carrier support to be announced):

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