Sony is now offering an unlocked version of its Android-powered Xperia acro S smartphone. Priced at $599.99, the phone runs Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and features a dual-core 1.5GHz processor, 4.3-inch scratch resistant HD Reality Display, and 12.1-megapixel camera.  With 1GB RAM, 16GB internal storage, NFC, HDMI, and MHL support, the acro S comes in black or white options.

The Xperia acro S is available now at select Sony stores and at store.sony.com.  Newegg and other online retailers will also carry the Xperia acro S.

Sony Mobile Communications Brings a New Stylish, Durable Smartphone to the US – the Xperia™acro S

• Stylish, sleek and durable smartphone made to resist life’s challenges without compromising on design or functionality
• Easy connectivity and premium entertainment from Sony Entertainment Network anywhere, anytime
• Reality Display for razor sharp clarity and fast capture camera to go from sleep to snap in just over a second

What: Sony Mobile Communications brings the Xperia acro S to US consumers looking for premium specifications and beautiful design with extra durability and water resistance. The Xperia acro S has a scratch-resistant display to offer protection against dust and water immersion.

The Xperia acro S enables easy connectivity to share and enjoy content on a TV, smartphone, laptop or tablet. It also comes preloaded with Music Unlimited and Video Unlimited from Sony Entertainment Network giving access to Hollywood blockbusters, TV series and millions of music tracks.

The Xperia acro S has a 4.3” HD Reality Display for razor sharp clarity, full HD video recording, HD video chat, and easy HDMI TV connectivity to enjoy content on the big screen. NFC enabled, Xperia acro S can easily open applications with one touch against an Xperia SmartTag. The Xperia acro S has the highest level of water resistance of any smartphone, so you can drop it in your drink, then shake it off and carry on.

Pricing & availability:

The Xperia acro S is available now at select Sony stores and at store.sony.com.  Newegg and other online retailers will also carry the Xperia acro S. For additional availability and pricing, please check with each retailer.

• MSRP $599.99 (unlocked), in black or white

Network compatibility:

The Xperia acro S is compatible with the network bands below.

• UMTS HSPA 850, 900, 1900, 2100
• GSM 850/900/1800/1900

Product Resources:

•  Xperia acro S product page &