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Sony Ericsson W880i review

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Sony Ericsson W880i
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8.8/10
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The Sony Ericsson W880i currently has an Informr score of 8.8 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 17 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.


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Screen Size
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2+ MP
Camera
Camera
2+ MP
Unknown
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


MobileBurn
MobileBurn

With its bold color scheme, Nano-like form factor, and solid music player, the Sony Ericsson W880 could be the perfect device for somebody that wants a phone and music player with them at all times, but doesn't wish to be weighed down by multiple devices. It is not going to be the perfect device for...

- Michael Oryl, MobileBurn
Wired
Wired

This phone is so sweet; you might be tempted to scarf it down. Don't! The W880i is capable of so much more than just giving you nasty gastrointestinal pain. Besides being dead sexy with its striking metallic and rubberized case, and nearly as thin (9.5 mm!) as a Nano, the W880i is also a damn good m...

- Daniel Dumas, Wired
GSMArena
GSMArena

The Captivate offers much more power, a larger display, better battery life, and 16GB of on board storage.

- GSMArena team, GSMArena


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Sony backs up the Ericsson W880i with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


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Screen Size
Unknown

The Sony Ericsson W880i's screen size is Unknown with x pixels resolution.

Processor
Unknown

There is a processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.

Camera
2+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 2+ MP camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera useful for video chat and self portraits.

Storage
16 MB

Internal memory is 16 MB. An external, Memory Stick Micro (M2) (up to 2 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
Unknown

The phone is powered by a Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol) battery. Sony's performance ratings are 12.5 days standby time.

Ericsson W880i Specs

Overview
Release Date February 11, 2007
Regions Available USA
Operating System No

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Processor
Internal Storage 16 MB
RAM No
Hearing Aid Compatible No
TTY/TDD No
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Head: 1.47 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
Yes
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Yes
USB OTG Support No
Infrared No
Bluetooth Yes
Bluetooth Profiles No
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi No
Mobile Hotspot No
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info Memory Stick Micro (M2) (up to 2 GB)
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
2+ Megapixels
Zoom
2.5x digital
Flash
No
Additional Rear Camera Info
Video Recording Formats
3GP / 3GPP, MPEG-4, WMV, RealVideo
Video Recording Parameters
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 262k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size Unknown
Secondary Display No
Multi-Touch No
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Battery Capacity No
Removable Battery Yes
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Unknown
Standby Time Up to 12.5 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Colors Flame black, Gold, Pitch Black, Steel silver
Dimensions [H x W x D] 10.3 x 4.7 x 1.0 cm (4.1 x 1.9 x 0.4 in)
Weight 71 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 2.5mm
External Speakers No
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key No
Home Key No
Input / Keyboard Type Standard / 12-key Numeric
Navigation Type D-pad
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, AIM, MSN, Yahoo
Graphics: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: T9
Voicemail Key: Yes
Any Key Answer: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Contact List Capacity: 1000
Multiple Numbers Per Contact:
Auto Answer: Yes
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, SMTP
PC Synchronization: Yes
Java Application: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3, AAC+, AAC, Real Audio, WMA, WAV
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, MPEG-4, WMV, RealVideo
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Wi-fi Encryption: -
Games: Downloadable, Pre-installed
Apps: -
Included Software / Apps: -
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Calculator, Currency Converter, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): Sony Ericsson W880
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