Hi there!

I currently have the wonderful HTC Desire S. and since having the phone for nearly 9 months i only had 2 updates for it. at the moment it's on Android 2.3.5 which improves upon the main home screen+lock screen, slight battery improvements, Sense UI and not a lot really.

I'm planning on selling it in favour of the Xperia Play. but, is it worth the plunge? well, let me tell my worries:

1. slightly underpowered GPU & processor; a single core 1.2Ghz with 768MB RAM phone might be better and faster than current-gen Play. (if specs were our choice)
2. not a lot of exclusive/optimised Play games (i could be wrong)
3. flip-out mechanism will be prone to dusts, damage or loosening of joints eventually (from constant use)
4. based on reviews the call ringer is slightly softer than other phones out there
5. glass is not scratch-resistant (again, i could be wrong)
6. non-swappable card slots (i.e. microSD and SIM card)
7. stuck to 2.3.5 forever?
8. battery life not-so great and easily drains when playing games more often

please tell me the the Play is the one for casual mobile gamers like me. (and one that is also good for watching movies and the usual SNS stuff, etc.)

but i could be wrong. i only saw the phone once on the Carphone Warehouse and videos on Youtube. and some reviews.

please help....

Thanks..