Sony Ericsson launches stylish Jalou clamshell phone for fashionistas

Sony Ericsson Jalou by Dolce&Gabbana

Sony Ericsson Jalou by Dolce&Gabbana

Sony Ericsson Jalou by Dolce&Gabbana

Sony Ericsson Jalou by Dolce&Gabbana

Sony Ericsson has launched the Jalou, a stylish clamshell handset built for the fashion-minded among us. The Jalou features 3G data connectivity along with a 3.2 megapixel camera and Bluetooth capability, all in a compact 73mm-tall folder design.

Sony Ericsson paid especially close attention to and modeled the phone after trends in to the fashion industry, noting that intricate corners, structured forms, and jewel accents will be popular next year.

The device's front face has a facet-cut diamond-shaped design and the device will be available in three colors. A Dolce&Gabbana special edition of the device, pictured above, features 24 carat gold plating.

The Jalou includes a 3.2 megapixel for snapping pictures and shooting video of you and your friends and a music player for entertainment on-the-go. Users can utilize hands-free headsets and headphones since the device has Bluetooth support with A2DP^(INFO) technology. The Jalou includes high-speed data connectivity for surfing the Web and receiving emails. It also features support for Microsoft Exchange.

The Sony Ericsson Jalou will be available in the fourth quarter in deep amethyst, aquamarine blue, and onyx black. Pricing details are not yet available.