he next software update for Satio is now just around the corner. Timing on the update is however different for different markets and operator branded versions. The first ones should start to come up this weekend and then continue over the coming week.

The official Sony Ericsson blog just announced that the latest update to Sony Ericsson Satio will start rolling to users as soon as this weekend.

The new update should bring over WVGA (864 x 480 pixels) video recording update to the current VGA capabilities. There is some other new stuff as well including direct Facebook and YouTube uploads but unfortunately, there is no word on the Vivaz homescreen getting officially to Satio.[center]







Here is a list of updates:

Support for WVGA video recording – The already great video recording will be enhanced to fit the wide screen format and hence resolution is also slightly increased to 864 * 480 pixles. (the preset size will still be VGA, user has to change to get WVGA)
Upload of pictures to Facebook – It will be possible to upload pictures directly from the picture menu you have on the home screen or from the Media UI.
Youtube video uploading – It will be possible to upload videos to Youtube directly from the Media UI.
Conversational messaging – “Conversations” will be nicely integrated in the messaging menu in order to easily find and inspire to more conversations with your friends.
DLNA support – The new software will support DLNA media server for easy transfer of audio and still pictures. (Note that video is not supported)
UI improvements – On top of above, several minor UI improvements have been done in order to optimize the user experience.
The Facebook application that is now available on PlayNow for free download will be included in the sw.
Note: The update will be available through the Sony Ericsson Update Service client.