Japanese-Swedish mobile phone maker Sony Ericsson has just announced that it is working on a new software update for its Satio handset. According to the company, the solution is “just around the corner,” but users in different markets should expect for the update to roll out at different times for them, something that will depend on the operator branded versions too.

However, the software update for Satio is set to start being delivered to users as soon as this weekend, while continuing to roll out during the following weeks. Since wireless carriers will also have to approve the solution, it might take a little longer for the update to arrive on some devices, but all Satio users out there should be able to enjoy the new software within a few weeks.

According to Sony Ericsson, the update will include features like:
- 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 pixels (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.

At the same time, the handset vendor notes that the new software update for the Satio will come with a series of fixes for issues that the device currently has, while also being set to optimize the performance delivered by the mobile phone. New features and improved ones are also included in the package, and those interested in installing it on their Satio phones will be able to do so via the Update Service client that can be found here.