Category: Sony Ericsson

Welcome to the Sony Ericsson C902 mobile phone review. The Sony Ericsson C902 when released in early 2008 was marketed as a top-range mobile phone and the successor to the K850i.  As a result it has most of the features you could want on a mobile phone in 2008.  It's not an exceptional model like the k800i. Since this review is being completed in 2009 the C902 is now quite a good deal since it is probably no longer manufactured. When released it wasn't cheap and hence not popular overall. The standout feature is a decent 5MP camera but it's LED based flash of course and that is does look good although a little conservative.   It's also quite thin and feels like a quality mobile phone.  By 2008 standards this is a pretty decent phone with all the features you could want.  However since this was compared with the other newer Sony Ericsson's which we posted the quick reviews on it doesn't stand out in any way.  In fact by 2009 standards it's very mid-range or less. Buy the C902 in 2010 based on price alone look out for those priced under $200AUD at a number of online stores. Overall yet another good and decent mobile phone.  It doesn't feel or look like a cheap phone and has all you need for calls, email, texting and music.  Being 3G capable it does work well on mini-mobile sites and email.  However there are many competitors in this category so do check them especially Nokia. Very low key lower end mid-range phone that does most things. Specifications

• Sony Ericsson C902
• Network Quad-band GSM 850/900/1800/1900 3G 2100
• Design Candy Bar
• L108 x W49 x D10.5 mm Weight 107 grams
• Display/s External TFT 240 x 320
• Camera 5MP Autofocus and Digital zoom
• Video Camera 174 x 144 pixel video camera
• Connectivity Bluetooth V2 Micro-USB
• CPU
• Memory 100MB available to user MicroSD up to 8Gig
• Ring tones MIDI, MP3
• Features Accelerometer Organiser/Calender SMS, MMS, IM, Email JAVA MIDP 2.0 FM radio with RDS Speaker Phone/Hands free Battery 930 mAh (BST-38) Up to 400 hours Standby Up to 9 hours Talk Time
• Price history From $199 AUS 2009 (Outright)

Welcome to the Sony Ericsson C903 mobile phone review. The SE C903 when released in early 2009 was marketed as yet another mid-range mobile phone.  As a result it has most of the features you could want on a mobile phone in 2009. We can't say too much about it because our eyes glossed over after the procession of the 3 prior Sony Ericsson mid-range phones!  (It has only become interesting because of the pre-paid price tag of $159 in May 2010) Nonetheless if you want a slider phone then the C903 is another good choice.  It has all the functionality you need in a phone and as a bonus it looks like Sony's Cybershot camera on the back side.  The C903 comes in a variety of appealing colours link red, pink, silver and white with contrasting keypad colour so that helps.  It's also quite small in size and has a nice screen! Again, sure its got 3G but its data capabilities are hampered by the very basic web browser. I guess the selling point is the relatively high quality construction or materials and that it carries the C prefix.  All Sony Ericsson phones that carry the C are 'Cybershot' phones, meaning that they have decent still and video capabilities. A standout is that the C903 has built in A-GPS receiver.  As a result you should 't get lost.  The built in Tracker program is great for walkers, runners or cyclists to track their performance. Not many other mid-range phones from the other manufacturers have in-built GPS in this category so it's a bonus. GPS map data in either from Google Maps or by a program called Wayfinder.  The program where quite sluggish for some reason. Another standout is the music player software.  Of all the mobile phone manufacturers Sony Ericsson as usual includes a decent music player with EQ and album art. Since this is not a dedicated music phone as the 'W' series or Walkman phones but it's not bad certainly better than comparable Nokia or Smasung phones for example. There is lots of standard memory of at least 100MBs dependent on configuration and can be expanded by the usual M2 memory stick. As for pricing the C903 RRP is truly high-end because for the same price or less you can get a Nokia E71 with Wi-Fi with it's easily superior construction and functions for less.  Sure the E71 doesn't have the same level of camera or music quality but it is pretty close - everywhere else the E71 eats the C903 completely.  So buy only if it's cheap eg. under $300AUD. Overall a good and decent mobile phone. It doesn't feel or look too cheap in isolation and has all you need for calls, email, texting and music.  Being 3G capable it does work well on mini-mobile sites and email.  However there are many competitors in this category so do check them especially Nokia. Another low key but decent mid-range phone that does most things. Specifications

• Sony Ericsson C5903
• Network Quad-band GSM 850/900/1800/1900 Dual-band 3G 900/2100
• Design Slider
• L97 x W49 x D16 mm Weight 95 grams
• Display/s External TFT 240 x 320
• Camera 5MP Autofocus and Digital zoom
• Video Camera 174 x 144 pixel video camera
• Connectivity Bluetooth V2 Micro-USB
• CPU
• Memory 100MB available to user MicroSD up to 8Gig
• Ring tones MIDI, MP3
• Features A-GPS Accelerometer Organiser/Calender SMS, MMS, IM, Email JAVA MIDP 2.0 FM radio with RDS Speaker Phone/Hands free Battery 1000 mAh Up to 400 hours Standby Up to 10 hours Talk Time
• Price history From $499 AUS 2009 (Outright) From $159 AUS 2010 (Pre-paid)

Welcome to the Sony Ericsson C702 mobile phone review. The SE C702 when released in mid 2008 and was marketed as a mid-range ruggerised mobile phone. It is squarely a mid-range phone with a claimed increase in protection from the outdoor elements than the other models in the SE mobile phone line up.  So you can comfortably use it on the beach of in the snow without fear of contaminating the electronics.  You can even accidentally drop the phone in a fish tank and retrieve it quickly without damaging the phone.  However it won't cope with swimming - not recommended but you get the drift. It has all the functions you could want for texting and calls.  As a bonus it is also a 3G phone as you get emails and internet.  Personally it could be any number of Sony Ericsson models hidden under the new case eg. an updated K800i.  But that doesn't matter because it is a good mobile phone.  It even comes in a range of colours. The C702 also features A-GPS with basic software dependent on country for navigation.  It is not close to Nokia Maps in terms of options since it uses Google for map data hence requires a 3G data to make the most of the GPS.  It previously used Wayfinder maps but since being bought out by Vodaphone maps data is only available if you are signed up with them. It's quite a fast phone coverall if you discount the animated menus. Being a 'C' class Sony Ericsson the phone packs in a decent camera for still images and video.  Arguably the quality is as many other reviews say a 'mixed' result.  We didn't download any samples.  Note the camera's 'flash' can be used as flashlight! Likewise the internet capabilities of the C702.  The browser works great for the networks carrier's websites but otherwise it doesn't work properly on all but the basic HTML pages.  Sure you can install Opera browser but you shouldn't have to.  The web browser doesn't have to be super fantastic but a little more functionality would be appreciated since it is now 2009. Another standout is the music player software.  Of all the mobile phone manufacturers Sony Ericsson as usual includes a decent music player with EQ and album art. Since this is not a dedicated music phone as the 'W' series or Walkman phones but it's not bad certainly better than comparable Nokia or Smasung phones for example. There is lots of standard memory up to 160MBs dependent on configuration and can be expanded by the usual M2 memory stick.  We also thought the FM radio with RDS was actually quite good - as usual.  For better sound quality you must try the Walkman headphones not the cheaper ones included with the standard packaging. Overall a very good and decent mobile phone with construction details that Sony Ericsson was once renown for. It's one of our favorites out of the 2009 range. The C702 is nice to hold and the quality details on the case like the securing screw and the buttons are great touches.  Unlike many of this competitors this phone doesn't look like a tough phone - except in black.  It is very stealth like!  Another low key mid range phone in price but more functionality than others.  It is also one of the few ruggerised 3G capable mobile phones and unlike most actually looks good. Specifications

• Sony Ericsson C702
• Network Quad-band GSM 850/900/1800/1900 3G 2100
• Design Candy Bar
• L106 x W48 x D15 mm Weight 105 grams
• Display/s External TFT 240 x 320
• Camera 3MP Autofocus and 3x Digital zoom
• Video Camera 174 x 144 pixel video camera
• Connectivity Bluetooth V2 Micro-USB
• CPU
• Memory 150MB available to user MicroSD up to 4Gig
• Ring tones MIDI, MP3
• Features A-GPS Accelerometer Organiser/Calender SMS, MMS, IM, Email JAVA MIDP 2.0 FM radio with RDS Speaker Phone/Hands free Battery 950 mAh Up to 300 hours Standby Up to 8 hours Talk Time
• Price history From $399 AUS 2009 (Outright)

Welcome to the Sony Ericsson C510 mobile phone review.  The SE C510 when released in early 2009 was marketed as a mid-range mobile phone.  As a result it has most of the features you could want on a mobile phone in 2009.  Personally we think it is just a K800i that has been placed in a new case and updated menu graphics. The C510 is not a really cheap phone when compared to others from Nokia in the same category.  Sure its got 3G but its data capabilities are hampered by the very basic web browser. I guess the selling point is the relatively high quality construction or materials and that it carries the C prefix.  All Sony Ericsson phones that carry the C are 'Cybershot' phones, meaning that they have decent still images and video capabilities. The standout feature is a decent 3MP camera but it's LED based flash and that is does look like a its worth more than other obviously cheaper mobile phones however with a dated design theme.  The main camera is hidden behind a sliding metal-like protective cover open.  We also liked the animated menus and other operating system enhancements. Another standout is the music player software.  Of all the mobile phone manufacturers Sony Ericsson as usual includes a decent music player with EQ and album art. Since this is not a dedicated music phone as the 'W' series or Walkman phones but it's not bad certainly better than comparable Nokia or Smasung phones for example. There is lots of standard memory up to 100MBs dependent on configuration and can be expanded by the usual M2 memory stick.  We also thought the FM radio with RDS was actually quite good. The only thing that is below par is the relatively small keypad. It is not a large phone by any means but a tad bigger keys would help in the usability stakes for those with larger fingers.  Nonetheless a conservatively designed phone that would not be out of place anywhere. Overall a good and decent mobile phone with some construction detail.  It doesn't feel heavy or look too cheap and has all you need for calls, email, texting and music.  It's got a lovely screen too.  Being 3G capable it does work well on mini-mobile sites and email.  However there are many competitors in this category so do check them out especially Nokia. A low key but decent mid-range phone that does most things. Specifications

• Sony Ericsson C510
• Network Quad-band GSM 850/900/1800/1900 Tri-band 3G 850/1900/2100
• Design Candy Bar
• L107 x W47 x D12.5 mm Weight 95 grams
• Display/s External TFT 240 x 320
• Camera 3.2MP Autofocus and 3.2x Digital zoom
• Video Camera 174 x 144 pixel video camera
• Connectivity Bluetooth V2 Micro-USB
• CPU
• Memory 100MB available to user MicroSD up to 8Gig
• Ring tones MIDI, MP3
• Features Accelerometer Organiser/Calender SMS, MMS, IM, Email JAVA MIDP 2.0 FM radio with RDS Speaker Phone/Hands free Battery 930 mAh Up to 400 hours Standby Up to 10 hours Talk Time
• Price history From $349 AUS 2009 (Outright)