Panasonic has grand plans with it’s smartphone which is expected to hit Europe by March 2012. The company has released few details along with some pictures of the Panasonic prototype Android phone. The device uses a 4.3 inch qHD OLED display with a really slim bezel.The design will be ultra-slim and sport a D-shape.The front shows off the Panasonic branding along with the Menu , home and Back keys. Since waterproof phones are pretty common in Japan , Panasonic is bringing its expertise to the table and claims that it’s first smartphone will be waterproof and dustproof.
Here is another photo which shows a rear camera and NFC support. There are also volume keys and a power button on the side. The company aims to sell 1.5 million smartphones in Europe next year and by 2016 it aims to sell 15 million units, including 9 million in Europe, Asia, China, and the United States and 6 million in Japan
The device will be manufactured in Panasonic’s factory in Malaysia.No details of pricing or exact availability are mentioned but we expect to play with this device at MWC 2012