Push-button mobiles Sony phones Ericsson are in great demand as retro models. They are much easier to control than modern gadgets, and they hold a charge much longer, and they pick up the signal just as well. Among monolithic (monoblocks), sliders, folding (clamshells), and options with a joystick, you can always find the right one. Look for a reliable, but inexpensive cell phone in the company’s catalog of old phone models Sony Ericsson. We have:
- Sony Ericsson C510;
- Sony Ericsson C902;
- Sony Ericsson C903;
- Sony Ericsson C905;
- Sony Ericsson Elm (J10i2);
And other devices.
We sell discontinued models with original components. When purchasing a product in our online store, you receive a complete package -Charger, cable, headphones, battery, and instructions for use. Popular models Sony Ericsson brand phones are waiting for you!
The advantage of old Sony Ericsson feature phones
Sony Ericsson brand push-button mobile phones were produced during years of intense competition in the market cellular communication. Unviable devices were eliminated by themselves, broke down, and could not cope with their main task. This is why previously popular Sony Ericsson phone models are still needed now! They will become indispensable assistants in business negotiations; they will not run out of charge at the wrong moment and will not break if they fall from the table. Even if there is a need to replace something, you can purchase any items from us with a warranty from the manufacturer. This way, the repair will be painless and won’t break your pocket. Thanks to a reasonable pricing policy, we can offer push-button and old touch phones at reasonable prices with delivery. The models discontinued by the company are functional and have a package of options sufficient for comfortable use. Make a choice in favor of rare ones mobile phones from Sony Ericsson and experience real comfort!
Today, as part of a series of nostalgic materials about legendary phones, we will remember the fruits of almost ten years of cooperation between Sony and Ericsson. Both companies had experience creating mobile phones before collaborating, so it is not surprising that they produced really worthwhile and popular devices. The collaboration began when the Philips plant in New Mexico, which supplied electronics to Ericsson, burned to the ground and there were significant difficulties with restoration. The company had to look for other partners. Sony became such a partner; Since 2002, phones under the Sony Ericsson brand began to be produced. In 2011, Sony bought out the part that belonged to Ericsson and began producing devices under its own brand.
Sony Ericsson T68i
Let's start with the Sony Ericsson T68i, it was released in 2002 and was a renamed Ericsson T68 (which was the company's first color device and is simply very successful model). Apart from the logo, name and some color changes, nothing was changed in the phone (hardware). The phone's firmware has been improved, although the Ericsson variant could be upgraded to current version. It was a classic all-in-one keyboard with STN screen with a resolution of 101x80, which displayed 256 colors. The device supported SMS, EMS, MMS, Email, WAP 2.0 and xHTML. There were Bluetooth modules 1.0b and IrDA. The device did not have its own camera, but if desired, you could connect an external one.
Sony Ericsson T610
The next hero of today's article is very popular in his Sony time Ericsson T610, which many still have in working order. The device was released in 2003 and had all the features that would be useful to the mass user (at that time). The gadget was quite pleasant in design and was available in three colors: red, black and blue. In all three cases, the keyboard unit was silver. At the ends of the device there were buttons for volume control, launching the camera and WAP browser.
The phone was equipped with a color STN display with a resolution 128x160, which displayed 65K colors. It was one of the first mass-produced phones with a built-in camera, it could take pictures with resolution 352x288. Sony Ericsson T610 supported MIDI ringtones, changing screen wallpapers, Java, GPRS, WAP 2.0/xHTML, was equipped with an e-mail client, an infrared port and Bluetooth 1.0b.
Sony Ericsson K700
One of the representatives of the successful K-line of phones is the K700. It already had a TFT display with a resolution of 220x176, displaying 65K colors. The screen contained 7 lines of text. The interface has been significantly redesigned compared to previous models. "Setup Wizard", which, when turned on for the first time, explains the purpose of the main control elements and offers basic setup(date, time, copying SIM card data to the phone book).
The phone supported playing music in MP3 format and video in 3GPP, although it was of little use as a player: internal memory(accessible to the user) was about 42 MB, and memory cards were not supported. K700 supported Java (MIDP 2.0) and the execution of a 3D engine, which made it possible to play albeit primitive, but three-dimensional games. The phone had a 0.3 megapixel camera (640x480), which could shoot video with sound. Present wireless interfaces IrDA and Bluetooth.
Sony Ericsson K750i
This article would be incomplete without the legendary K750i, which was released in 2005 and was recognized the best camera phone that year. It was equipped with a two-megapixel camera with autofocus, LED flash and the ability to shoot video. The chamber was closed with a retractable lid. The phone supported memory cards of its own Memory Stick Duo and Pro Duo formats up to 2 GB, which already made it possible to use the K750i as a player and not deny yourself frequent shooting with the built-in camera.
The phone was installed color TFT display with a resolution of 220x176, which displayed 262,000 colors. On the case there were hardware buttons for the camera, volume (responsible for digital zoom in shooting mode) and launching the music player. The gadget had interfaces Bluetooth, IRDA, support WAP 2.0, GPRS, HTML and mail client POP/SMTP.
Onliner.by continues to publish articles dedicated to legendary phones of the recent past. Last time we paid attention to Siemens mobile devices, and today we will pay attention to Sony Ericsson, whose devices were in deserved demand among young people due to their music functionality and advanced photo capabilities.
Before their merger in 2001, both Sony and Ericsson were successful mobile phone manufacturers. The Japanese have had popular models such as the J5 and J70, while the Swedes should bow at their feet for at least the T28s. However, trouble came to Ericsson - in the spring of 2000, the only factory that supplied the company with components for phones burned down. There was nothing left to do but find a partner, which Sony agreed to become. For the next 10 years, the united Sony Ericsson delighted us with a lot of cool devices!
Sony Ericsson T610 (2003)
Already in 2002, the united company released the hit models T68i and T100, but the market literally exploded with the next generation phone released a year later - the T610.
The model belonged to the universal T (Talker) line, which included phones with a fun design and balanced functionality. The T610 was very praised for its two-tone appearance, which was noted even at specialized exhibitions.
At an average price, the Sony Ericsson T610 had a good set of capabilities for its time. Here you have a fashionable color screen, Bluetooth, and a camera that can shoot in a resolution of as much as 288x352 pixels. It's a pity that the body was flimsy and creaky. This circumstance did not hinder sales and allowed the newly formed company to take a deep breath - things were going well!
Sony Ericsson P900 and P990i (2003 and 2006)
Almost 12 years ago, the Swedish-Japanese manufacturer released the uber-smartphone P900. A huge 3-inch touch screen with a resolution of 208x320 pixels, an impressive folding flip, a 128 MB memory card slot, the Symbian operating system, a 0.3 megapixel camera. A poet's dream! Or rather, geek.
Sony Ericsson P900
It’s a pity, but only a few could afford the standard of high technology. The price of the device went through the roof for $1000, which made the thing a toy for the elite.
Sony Ericsson P990i
Nevertheless, despite the potentially small audience of buyers of such devices, Sony Ericsson continued to expand the P line. One of the most interesting was the P990i model with a QWERTY keyboard hidden under the flip. The phone slowed down mercilessly due to the small amount of RAM - out of 64 MB, almost 50 MB were occupied by the system.
Sony Ericsson K700i (2004)
Someone probably still has this phone at home. Many T610 owners switched to the K700i and stayed with it. Why has the model become a cult favorite? Probably due to the fact that the developers embodied the broadest functionality for the beginning of the 21st century in one device and wrapped it in a nice case with a metal finish (metal was held in high esteem then no less than now).
Something ideologically similar was proposed four years earlier by Siemens in the form of the SL45 model. It also had everything most advanced plus a great design.
Sony Ericsson K700i has one of the best displays in the segment (176x220 pixels at 1.8 inches), 40-voice polyphony, a 0.3-megapixel camera with 4x digital zoom (!), IR port and Bluetooth. And also a cool transparent keyboard. You could play MP3s and 3GPP videos on your phone! True, the volume of the built-in storage was only small, and there was no support for memory cards, so the device was not very suitable as a player.
Sony Ericsson K750i (2005)
Inspired by the success of the K700i, Sony Ericsson rushed at full speed to launch one hit device after another. To explode the market, it took little - just listen to your fans and do as they ask. This is exactly what the Swedish-Japanese manufacturer did.
The K750i added a slot for a memory card and even included a 64-MB Memory Stick Duo with the phone. Now you could listen to music and play videos. But the main change was hidden under a massive curtain on the back of the phone. The photomodule could be activated simply by moving the panel. Autofocus and dual LED flash completed the standard, finally making the Sony Ericsson K750i camera perfect.
Professional journalists almost immediately recognized the model as the best camera phone, and many still consider the K750i to be the best successful model ever created by Sony Ericsson or Sony. And today we can’t even count how many amateur firmwares have been released for the phone.
Sony Ericsson W800i and W810i Walkman (2005 and 2006)
In 2005, Sony Ericsson released the first phone under the Walkman brand. In fact, the W800i was an analogue of the K750i, only in a different case, with advanced headphones included and slightly modified software.
It is curious that there was nothing particularly “musical” in the phone. The developers, of course, installed a good player, but there were no hardware modifications compared to the K750i. However, it was the Walkman that was highly praised for its amazing sound. We think this is primarily due to the strength of the brand itself and a good headset, which could not be compared with most bundled headphones of mediocre quality.
In addition, the new product benefited from its unusually bright design. The combination of white and orange, and even with the Walkman logo, seemed to scream about the musical essence of the phone. Many people fell for this and replaced their players with W800i, although it was enough to buy other headphones.
Sony Ericsson W810i Walkman
A year later, the W810i Walkman model was released. Instead of white, the emphasis was placed on black, making the orange accents look even more impressive. It is curious that the phone has become one of the most counterfeited cellular devices. The Chinese flooded the markets with a clone model of the W800c, which was much cheaper (and worse) than the original.
Sony Ericsson K790i/K800i (2006)
Obviously, after the success of the K700i, the manufacturer began to pay most attention to the K line. The 750 was followed by the K800i model (the K790i was no different except for the lack of 3G support).
Again, Sony Ericsson has improved the previous model and made another uncompromising phone. This time, a 3.2-megapixel camera with a xenon flash was installed in the device. The photographic capabilities of the Sony Ericsson K800i could easily give a light to the point-and-shoot cameras that existed at that time.
True, the phone has a worthy rival. Nokia, which came to its senses in time, released the N73 simultaneously with the release of the K800i. In a difficult struggle, both devices divided the market and subscribers' likings approximately equally.
Then there were the K810i and K850i, but still they were far from the popular love of their predecessors.
Sony Ericsson M600i and W950i (2006)
In the eventful 2006, Sony Ericsson presented the world with the first and only M series phone. The line was supposed to include business models equipped with a hardware QWERTY keyboard. God knows why, but after the M600i, the phone manufacturer no longer produced M-devices, apparently considering that they would be internal competition for the P-line devices.
The M600i did not have a camera or Wi-Fi, and the first versions of the phone were unstable. Nevertheless, this model has earned its place in various ratings. The device received a large touchscreen with a stylus and a unique keyboard, each key of which is made in the form of a rocker and is responsible for entering two letters (for example, “y” and “k”). In addition, the Sony Ericsson M600i became the first Symbian 9 device with the UIQ 3 interface.
Almost simultaneously with the M600i, the W950i model was released. She was completely identical to her business colleague, but was aimed at wealthy young people. Since the need for a QWERTY keyboard was no longer necessary, it was replaced with a regular one digital block. The keys are not touch sensitive, as you might think, but are simply hidden behind flexible plastic. But there are convenient hardware buttons for controlling the player.
Sony Ericsson Xperia X1 (2008)
By 2008, the company was ready to release smartphones under Windows control Mobile. At the MWC conference, the X1 model was announced - the ancestor of the Xperia line, which still exists today.
A massive metal device with an angled QWERTY keyboard and a 3-inch resistive screen looked solid and was expensive. A good 3.2-megapixel camera, Wi-Fi and a memory card slot were also useful. Potential buyers were only confused by the price, which exceeded $1000. As often happens, in just a year the price of a smartphone fell by half, and students who collected money from lunches could finally afford to buy their dream.
Xperia X10 was very popular in our area. Again, due to a sharp price drop shortly after release. The fact is that already on the day of release the smartphone was running on an outdated Android versions. The update was released almost a year and a half later, but some functions of the device did not work correctly (for example, multi-touch). I had to sell off stocks of Xperia X10 at bargain prices. This, of course, pleased customers, but had a negative impact on Sony Ericsson's position.
At the end of 2011, Ericsson agreed to sell its stake in the joint venture to Sony. The deal cost the Japanese a billion euros. There was a lot of talk about how a new marketing campaign and a strong brand would turn things around for the smartphone maker. Well, for four years now Sony continues to hold on to the market " smart phones" True, the company's position can hardly be called stable.
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Let's look at what happened and what happened to the company about which there are so many good memories.
At the end of last week I returned from Sochi, where the official presentation of the new line of Sony Xperia X smartphones took place. More about the trip later.
On the way from there I thought. Over the past five years, we have seen first-hand the demise of major smartphone brands. The all-powerful Nokia has virtually disappeared. Palm has sunk into oblivion. Blackberry has practically disappeared. Scary (and strange) things are happening to HTC.
The market is being conquered by wild, regularly lying “Chinese” who often have no respect for their customers - just low prices and/or attractive design. Real choice between really quality smartphones is getting smaller.
It's good that someone stayed. Sony one of those who has withstood the onslaught of China and is slowly finding its niche - at least judging by the announcement of the X line.
It's time to remember what made them happy in the previous period of success - when they were called not Sony Mobile, but Sony Ericsson.
What do you remember from Sony during the Ericsson era?
Everyone will have their own model, their own story, so go to the comments and let’s see who has which tube :)
A lot of time has passed, but best of all I remember these phones:
Sony Ericsson T68i
2002
One of the first color phones I've ever seen. I remember it for its comfortable joystick, cool shape and pumped-up “snake” option in pre-installed games. Who remembers what it was called - special respect :)
Sony Ericsson W800
2005
Everyone was talking about it and really wanted to touch everything. This is what the Walkman brand once did to people :) Corporate colors, a stylized design theme and a music player, plus a separate button to start it - basically, that’s all this phone could boast of. But the Walkman itself sold the model in droves, and Java toys also worked very well on it.
Sony Ericsson k750
2005
I still regret that I sold it at that time! The camera was simply incredible: from sharpness to color rendition, there were no analogues on the market at all. Entire websites were opened where people posted photos from the k750i. Many people were also interested in the camera’s mechanical shutter, a rare thing at that time. Tellingly, the phone itself also worked quickly. It was a real flagship, without any “buts”.
Sony Ericsson T650i
2007
I was terribly driven along this tube. I think I ended up having 3 or 4 of these models. I really liked the design and quality of the case - it was a piece of metal and a display made of mineral glass, not plastic. The only negative: the paint on the keyboard wore off over time. I still consider it one of the most stylish phones ever released.
Sony Ericsson M600
2006
One of the first smartphones on the market with a 2.6-inch display. Advanced operating system – Symbian 9.1. There’s also an interesting rocker keyboard, as well as a physical scroll wheel on the side. Did I mention it was touch sensitive and could recognize handwriting? The M600 surprised us with its “advancedness”; everyone wanted to hold it and poke at the menu. By the way, in just 1 year the first iPhone will be presented, and such phones will disappear into oblivion.
Sony Ericsson W580
2007
The last smartphone from SE in my collection. Cool slider with good screen and a constantly breaking keyboard :) I got used to replacing it myself. It worked quickly, but otherwise wasn't very satisfying. It began to seem that the Erricksons were losing their grip, that Nokia was catching up with them. Time put everyone in their place, and then I changed 2 of these phones and eventually put the last one in the back drawer.
What's interesting at Sony now + share your stories
To be honest, until last year I was interested in smartphones from Sony on a residual basis. They didn’t have models that would not only surprise you, but make you want to pick them up and buy them. Is it the huge “phablets” of the series? Z.
But I left the presentation of the X line with a positive impression. It looks like Sony has finally decided what sees her devices - and what features she wants to make branded.
For example, now they will have everywhere rounded glass. The highest quality camera modules are installed. Operating system They are going to touch it as little as possible. The front frames of the display are painted to match the color of the body (peek-a-boo, Apple).
Of the new Xperia X line, I was most impressed by the model XA, which we will definitely tell you about later. In the meantime, the “middle class” has appeared on sale - model X, 39,990 rubles.
Now share. What kind of “tubes” did you have? And what can you tell us about them from your experience? Maybe there was something left in the closet? You can add photos to the comments :)
Sony Ericsson was once the market leader mobile devices. But the unsuccessful release of the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 smartphone somewhat undermined the position of this manufacturer in the market. Nevertheless, the brand continues to search for its niche in the Android device market. Several models have already been released, which, although they pleased fans of this manufacturer, were somewhat behind the flagship models of other companies. In the summer of 2011, the Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray was presented to buyers. This is a pretty nice device in a high-quality case. Its main advantages are powerful multimedia capabilities, as well as a relatively low price.
Main characteristics
If you are interested in the Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray smartphone, the specifications will give you more full information. So, you should pay attention to the following parameters:
- operating system - Android 2.3.3;
- screen with a diagonal of 3.3 inches;
- main camera 8 MP;
- capacitive screen technology;
- RAM - 512 MB;
- built-in memory - 1 GB (only 300 MB available to the user);
- there is a slot for a memory card up to 32 GB (a 4 GB flash card is included);
- battery capacity - 1500 mAh.
Appearance
Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray has a specific design. Of course, for its year of manufacture it is quite acceptable, but today it may seem bulky and comical. But connoisseurs of this brand unanimously claim that the appearance of the smartphone was a success. The signature style can be traced throughout, which makes this smartphone unlike other modern gadgets.
Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray is available in 4 colors. Lovers of laconic and stylish solutions will appreciate the white and black colors, and those who want something original can pay attention to pink and coffee-colored devices. Regardless of which shade you choose, they are all quite calm and do not hurt the eyes.
Materials and assembly
The body of the Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray smartphone is made of glossy plastic. There are small metal inserts on the side ribs. The quality of the materials is so high that even if you use the device without a case for a month, no scratches or abrasions will appear on it. Despite the fact that the case is glossy, it practically does not collect fingerprints (and if they appear, they are completely invisible). The black model has a smooth matte finish. The materials, of course, do not have any outstanding characteristics, but the corporate design compensates this disadvantage. Cell Phones of this line are assembled with high quality. The only complaint is the gap between the case itself and the left side of the back cover.
Size
Sony Ericsson Ray cell phones are compact in size. Weighing 100 grams, they are characterized by dimensions of 111 x 53 x 9.4 mm. Such parameters will please active people and lovers of practical solutions. The smartphone can easily fit into a trouser, jacket or jacket pocket. And even in the breast pocket of a shirt, it is quite convenient to carry it. During use and conversation, it is practically not felt in your hand, and therefore at first it is slightly unusual to use it. In general, users note the ease of use of the phone.
Control elements
Sony Ericsson Ray cell phones are confidently beginning to abandon the block of hardware keys under the screen, which may not please all users. Thus, the “Back” and “Menu” buttons have already become touch sensitive. But the “Home” button, with its interesting design and characteristic design of a house, remains mechanical. This key also performs the function of unlocking the screen, which eliminates the need to reach for the button located on the top panel.
Interestingly, the Home key has a semicircular shape and is located at the very bottom of the case. In addition, it is equipped with a luminous edging, which has several colors. So, if the device is discharged or connected to a PC, the ring lights up red. When the battery is fully charged, it is indicated green. In active operating mode, the button is illuminated with white diodes. And if you missed a call, SMS or other events, the green flashlight will blink. Many users found the position of the indicator light at the bottom inconvenient. But, as many believe, it has more of a decorative than a practical function.
On the front side of the Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray ST18i there is an earpiece. Above the screen there is a front camera peephole, as well as proximity and light sensors. But this does not mean at all that you will be able to use the automatic brightness adjustment function, because it is not used in this model.
On the right edge of the Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray ST18i there is a volume key. It is worth noting that it is not very comfortable due to its small size. The pressing stroke is practically not felt. In addition, it is quite difficult for people with large fingers to reach the desired area (especially during a conversation). On the left side there is a micro-USB connector, which does not look very aesthetically pleasing.
The top end is occupied by the audio output and the power button (many users also find its location inconvenient). At the bottom there is a microphone hole, as well as a mount for a key fob or strap. Despite the fact that on most modern devices This element is missing, it has not lost its relevance. For this, the manufacturer can give a “plus”.
Under the lid
The Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray phone has a removable cover, which can be called an undeniable advantage, given that most modern smartphones have monolithic bodies. Taking off back panel, you will see a battery, above which there are slots for a SIM card and memory card. However, they cannot be installed without first removing the battery.
Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray smartphone: screen
The device is equipped with an LCD display made using capacitive technology. The 3.3-inch diagonal makes the device compact. With a resolution of 845 by 480 pixels, the screen shows 16 million colors. Upon visual inspection, you will notice that the screen is very narrow and extended upward. Small physical dimensions and a high resolution They produce a clear and juicy picture that pleases the eye.
Users note that the screen has insufficient brightness (at an average level). Nevertheless, even in bright sunny weather the picture is well perceived. I am glad that the colors transmitted by the display look very natural. You can evaluate image quality by the purity of black and white colors. But viewing angles somewhat spoil the overall picture. Even with a slight deviation, the image begins to fade.
This phone model claims to have a proprietary technology called Mobile BRAVIA Engine. However, with the naked eye you will not be able to distinguish between the images when the function is on and off. We can conclude that it is better to work in normal mode to save battery power.
The device screen is covered protective film. But to be honest, there is little point in wearing it. The fact is that the display is equipped with tempered glass, which is designed to prevent scratches. But the film only gets in the way, distorting the image quality.
Is it convenient to work with the device?
Users claim that if you are used to actively using a smartphone, this model will seem inconvenient to you. This manifests itself in the following moments:
- it’s difficult to type text in portrait orientation (especially if you have large fingers);
- V landscape orientation There are an order of magnitude fewer misses on the keys, but your fingers get very tired when typing a long message;
- it is inconvenient to read information from Internet sites, and especially when it comes to news feeds (this is if you previously had a smartphone with a larger screen);
- there are some difficulties with navigating the Internet (it is extremely difficult to select small fragments of text or control elements, and therefore you constantly have to zoom in).
A little about the camera
For a modern person, the telephone has long ceased to be just a means of communication. So, for many people, the camera is an important indicator. The main one has 8 megapixels. It is equipped with autofocus, as well as a high-quality LED flash. Users may not like the fact that it cannot be used as a flashlight (at least not by standard means).
The camera app is quite intuitive. In shooting mode, you can see the number of photos that the free memory allows you to take. If you go to the video function, you can estimate the number of minutes of video that will fit on a flash card. There is also a settings icon, when clicked, a convenient pop-up menu appears.
It is possible to adjust the white balance, as well as select a variety of scene shooting modes. There is an image stabilizer, but the naked eye cannot notice any improvements in the quality of pictures taken with the function turned on. It's also nice that there are several focusing modes, which allows you to focus on the most important details of the photo.
The camera works well in macro mode. From a distance of 7-8 cm, objects are displayed quite clearly. 9 out of 10 frames with text on them turned out successful. In general, in terms of image quality, this device can compete with some Samsung models and HTC.
Camera of this smartphone has excellent performance. From the moment you click the icon until the application launches, no more than one and a half seconds pass. And the shooting operation itself occurs instantly. But there was a fly in the ointment. Thus, users note an acute lack of a hardware shooting key.
Battery Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray
This smartphone model has a modest 1500 mAh battery. The manufacturer promises approximately 7 hours of talk time, about 36 hours of listening to music, and 430 hours of standby time (equivalent to 18 days).
In practice, everything looks a little more modest. A full battery charge was enough for 1 hour of calls, sending 10 SMS, and also a couple of hours mobile internet. However, if you want to extend the battery life of your Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray, the firmware allows you to do so. There is an extreme power saving mode that deactivates some wireless interfaces, reduces screen brightness and makes other changes to the operation of the device.
Interface features
The device operates under Android control 2.3 with a proprietary interface that combines the features of proprietary shells HTC Sense and Samsung TouchWiz. Of course, the firmware is far from ideal. For example, there is no smart dialing function. There is a strange message widget from social networks, which looks ridiculous on a small screen. But users will be pleased with a good branded player for listening to tracks.
Positive reviews
Many users have already appreciated the benefits of using the Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray smartphone. Reviews about this device contain the following positive comments:
- the sensor responds quickly to touches;
- good quality of photo and video shooting;
- quite interesting design;
- the small device fits very comfortably in the hand and fits into any pocket;
- With one gesture you can turn your smartphone into silent mode and back;
- many options for customizing the desktop, which allows you to quickly access the main functions;
- The kit includes a 4 GB flash card;
- there are metal fragments in the case, and the plastic is of excellent quality;
- it is possible to update the device to a later version of the operating system;
- The camera is equipped with face and smile detection;
- it is possible to record video in HD format;
- when photographing text, you get an excellent readable picture;
- there is an indicator of missed events;
- recently the price of this model smartphones have dropped significantly, and therefore you can buy a decent gadget inexpensively;
- good screen resolution produces a bright and realistic picture;
- Great loud speaker that won't let you miss an important call.
Negative reviews
Users of the Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray smartphone encounter some problems and shortcomings. Does not turn on or, for example, slows down. Many negative aspects are reflected in negative reviews users:
- a confusing menu that can take at least a week to study;
- the user manual is absolutely uninformative, and therefore you will have to figure out all the intricacies of working with a smartphone yourself;
- The battery drains very quickly if you use at least some additional functions in addition to the telephone part;
- If you use the phone for more than 5 minutes, the case begins to get very hot;
- at the slightest impact, the back cover and battery fly off;
- when listening to music, you have to unlock the screen to change the track;
- difficult to find a case for a smartphone;
- the screen is too narrow, which is inconvenient to operate if a person has large fingers (there is a high probability of accidental pressing);
- after about a year of regular use, the device begins to freeze a little;
- vibration alert is too weak;
- the front camera has only 0.3 megapixels, and therefore you shouldn’t count on high-quality selfies;
- It’s inconvenient that the power button is located on top;
- hard to find replaceable battery for this model, if the “native” one has become unusable;
- Some users experience problems with the mobile network;
- standard headphones are not suitable (you have to use branded ones or buy a special adapter).
Conclusion
In the year the Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray smartphone was released, its price was almost 16,000 rubles. Today it costs less than 13,000 rubles. Users have no complaints about the quality of communication, and the volume of the device cannot but please. This is an excellent option for those who like compact devices and do not have high requirements for software. We can say that this is a good “dialer” with good quality sound.