# Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc

> smartphone model

**Wikidata**: [Q1191377](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1191377)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sony_Ericsson_Xperia_arc)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/sony-ericsson-xperia-arc

Here’s the structured knowledge entry for **Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc** based on the provided source material:

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## Summary  
The **Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc** is a smartphone model released by Sony Ericsson, running on the Android operating system. It succeeded the **Xperia X10** and was followed by the **Xperia arc S**, featuring a sleek design and advanced display capabilities.  

## Key Facts  
- **Manufacturer**: Sony Mobile Communications ([reference](https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Sony_Ericsson_Xperia_arc&oldid=883540451))  
- **Operating System**: Android ([reference](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/SO-01C_front.jpg))  
- **Preceded by**: Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 ([reference](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/SO-01C_front.jpg))  
- **Succeeded by**: Sony Ericsson Xperia arc S ([reference](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/SO-01C_front.jpg))  
- **Battery**: Lithium polymer battery ([reference](https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Sony_Ericsson_Xperia_arc&oldid=929007223))  
- **Aliases**: Xperia Arc, Sony Ericsson Xperia X12, 엑스페리아 X12, 소니 에릭슨 엑스페리아 X12, 엑스페리아 아크, XPERIA X12  
- **Part of Series**: Sony Xperia ([reference](https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Sony_Ericsson_Xperia_arc&oldid=841727652))  
- **GSMArena ID**: 3619  

## FAQs  
### Q: What operating system does the Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc use?  
A: The Xperia Arc runs on Android, the mobile operating system developed by Google.  

### Q: What replaced the Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc?  
A: It was succeeded by the **Sony Ericsson Xperia arc S**, an upgraded version of the same model line.  

### Q: What type of battery does the Xperia Arc have?  
A: It uses a lithium polymer battery, as noted in its technical specifications.  

## Why It Matters  
The Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc was a notable smartphone in the early 2010s, representing Sony Ericsson’s commitment to combining sleek design with Android functionality. It bridged the gap between the Xperia X10 and the arc S, offering improved display technology and user experience. While not groundbreaking, it reinforced Sony Ericsson’s presence in the competitive smartphone market before the company transitioned to Sony Mobile.  

## Notable For  
- **Slim Design**: Known for its curved, ergonomic form factor.  
- **Android Integration**: Early adoption of Android in Sony Ericsson’s lineup.  
- **Display Technology**: Featured a high-quality screen for its time.  

## Body  
### Technical Specifications  
- **OS**: Android  
- **Battery**: Lithium polymer  
- **Manufacturer**: Sony Mobile Communications  

### Model Lineage  
- **Predecessor**: Sony Ericsson Xperia X10  
- **Successor**: Sony Ericsson Xperia arc S  

### Variants & Aliases  
Also marketed as **Xperia X12** in some regions, with multiple localized names (e.g., 엑스페리아 아크 in Korean).  

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