Review of Sony Ericsson W580i
By Dhadkan of India • Dec 5th, 2007 • Category: MobilesThe handset from Sony Ericsson coming with an easy to open slider mechanism allows the user to view the large colour screen in both its slide open and slide closed position. It is possible for the user to access the menu system even when the handset is in closed position. The mobile phone handset from Sony Ericsson comes in a choice of urban grey coloured casing or white coloured casing that comes with bright orange colored keys. The W580i succeeds in grabbing the attention of the market with its stunning looks and desirable casing
The Ericsson W580i mobile phone has a built-in memory of 12 Mbytes and it is possible for the user to expand the memory slot by adding a Micro M2 memory card for further storage. The mobile phone handset weighing 94 grams in total has a measurement of 14 mm x 99 mm x 47 mm making it a light weight handset that is easy and comfortable to hold in hand and slip into the pocket.
The Sony W580i has an excellent music feature that assures perfect musical experience for the user. This model mobile phone handset from Sony Ericsson comes with EDGE technology, Bluetooth® technology, USB cable connection, fast port and GPRS that make things more beneficial fro the user. The connectivity options helps in connecting the Sony W580i mobile phone to a compatible PC, laptop or printer to transfer files between devices. The Bluetooth® technology provides a wireless connection between compatible Bluetooth® devices and helps the user in enjoying a tangle free wireless experience. The built in EDGE technology ensures fast and effective transfer speed that helps the user in enjoying a fast data downloading experience on the mobile device.
The Sony Ericsson W580i mobile phone also features a built in 2 megapixel camera that comes complete with a digital zoom and dedicated camera and video menus. The advanced user friendly camera assures the users of perfect pictures with excellent quality. It is also possible for the user to send the photos and clips on the handset through MMS messaging.
Specifications:
General:
Network -- GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900.
Announced -- 2007, March
Status -- Available
Size:
Dimensions -- 99 x 47 x 14 mm
Weight -- 94 g
Display:
Type -- TFT, 256K colors
Size -- 240 x 320 pixels, 2 inches
- Wallpapers, screensavers
Ringtones:
Type -- Polyphonic (72 channels), MP3, AAC
Customization -- Composer, download.
Vibration -- Yes.
Memory:
Phonebook -- 1000 contacts, Photo call
Call records -- 30 received, dialed and missed calls
Card slot -- Memory Stick Micro (M2), 512 MB card included
- 12 MB shared memory
Data:
GPRS -- Class 10 (4+1/3+2 slots), 32 - 48 kbps
HSCSD -- Yes
EDGE -- Class 10, 236.8 kbps
3G -- No
WLAN --No
Bluetooth -- Yes, v2.0 with A2DP
Infrared port -- No
USB -- Yes, v2.0
Features:
Messaging -- SMS, EMS, MMS, Email
Browser -- WAP 2.0/HTML(NetFront), RSS feeds
Games -- Yes + downloadable, order now
Colors -- Style White, Urban Grey, Boulevard Black, Metro Pink
Camera -- 2 MP, 1600x1200 pixels, video(QCIF)
Other Features:
- TrackID music recognition
- Walkman 2.0 music player
- Java MIDP 2.0
- T9
- FM radio with RDS
- Organiser
- Pedometer, calories counter
- Voice memo
- Built-in handsfree
Battery:
Standard battery, Li-Po 900 mAh
Stand-by -- Up to 370 h
Talk time -- Up to 9 h










