Sony Ericsson announced the launch of <A HREF="http://www.sonyericsson.com/spg.jsp?cc=global&lc=en&ver=4001&template=pc3_1_1&zone=pc&lm=pc3_1&prid=3472">the Z520, a global phone</A> aimed at those who want the functionality of an up-to-the-minute device in the smooth sleek body of a clamshell. The Z520 will be available from 3rd quarter 2005 onwards in the Americas, Asia Pacific region, China, Europe, the Middle East and Africa.