Xperiancers

X2 SDK available for download

// September 4th, 2009 // 1 Comment » // ANNOUNCEMENTS

The new SDK for Xperia panels is available download as of now, via our developer world site.

The most significant change is the inclusion of the new Panelizer tool which turns existing flash, java and Windows Mobile apps into Panel cabs in a couple of clicks. (visit the SDK download page and scroll down for tutorials)

It’s designed to be a quick and easy way to allow developers to turn their content in Panels, and as part of this we’ve streamlined the submission process as well. Developers just need to go to http://submit.sonyericsson.com, upload their “Panelized” applications and we’ll get back to you within 30 days.

If your panel is approved it will be automatically available for download from the playnow arena and you get a 70% share of the net revenue.

New version of Panels SDK available with open GL ES support

// February 24th, 2009 // 7 Comments » // DEVELOPERS, PANELS

The title says it all really. The latest beta version of the Panels SDK has been released, and is available now to download free from the Sony Ericsson developer portal.

The new beta includes Open GL ES support and allows you to access the internal hardware graphics acceleration on the X1.

If you’re a developer with any questions drop me an email and I’ll put you in touch with the right people at Sony Ericsson.

Sony Ericsson launches 2008 Content Awards

// September 18th, 2008 // No Comments » // ANNOUNCEMENTS, X1 NEWS

Finally, the 2008 Sony Ericsson Content Awards are here. This year we hope to build on the success of last years event, and make the Content Awards 2008 even bigger and better.

One of the key goals of the 2008 Content Awards is to reward innovative and useful Panels for the X1 that make use of Xperia’s capabilities to deliver a better mobile experience. Our growing developer community will be an absolutely key part of creating better mobile experiences that attract mobile users around the world.

Developers can open up a world of possibilities for people to interact with the Xperia X1 and we want to recognize and support developers who build great Panels for it.

Here are some suggested areas of focus to get you started:

* Location based services
* Social networking
* New and exciting, intuitive and innovative user interfaces
* Productivity and collaboration such as email, instant messaging, etc.
* Use of widget functionality
* News and information aggregation

You can download the SDK here and jump start your Panel development.

Vildan Hasanbegovic