What are your views on Sony Xperia X10?

Dear, I think u have a wright choice for your dad, With an 8.1-megapixel camera, a 4.1in touchscreen, a slick-looking customised install of Google Android, and more internal smartphone goodies than you can shake a stick at.

Dear, i think u have a wright choice for your dad, With an 8.1-megapixel camera, a 4.1in touchscreen, a slick-looking customised install of Google Android, and more internal smartphone goodies than you can shake a stick at.

First things first, this is an elegant device thanks to an uncluttered symmetrical front, subtle chrome trim on the sides, and matt black plastic back – we particularly like the single line formed by the Sony Ericsson and logos, the camera flash, and the camera.

The number of buttons and their positioning also pleases. The front is home to just three buttons: Menu, Home, and Back. This is in contrast to many Android phones that include a button for opening the search function and either a D-pad or a roller ball for moving around the phone without using the touchscreen. In an ideal world the Menu button could also be removed, as a well designed touch-based operating system shouldn't need a hardware control for this.So in terms of external features, the X10 holds up well.

This is largely down to a plastic screen, which instantly gives it a cheaper feel than devices like the iphon 3gs and htc desire that use glass screens.