>
New Topic
>
Reply<
Esato Forum Index
>
Sony Ericsson / Sony >
General
> Sony Ericsson Z500i discussion
Bookmark topic
Z500i and S710a press release
15 July 2004
Both phones are Class 10 EDGE-devices taking advantage of the latest EDGE network enhancements to access e-mail, games and information, being capable of uploading information at Speeds up to 240 kbps for downloading and 120 kbps for uploading. EDGE, or Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution, is a 3G technology that delivers broadband-like data speeds to mobile devices.
The Z500i is a neat clamshell phone that offers classic Sony Ericsson styling, great communications features and is extremely easy to use. Its built-in VGA camera can be used for recording still images and video clips and with QuickShare™, consumers are just a few clicks away from taking, sending and sharing pictures, sounds and video, offering the unique Sony Ericsson ease-of-use experience on this innovative handset.
It is also one of the first Sony Ericsson phones to offer Push to Talk over Cellular (PoC), a technology that can lower the cost of ownership as it allows mobile phones to function as two-way radios. For shooting and sharing images, the phone’s VGA camera records stills and video and QuickShare™ allows pictures, sounds and footage to be sent on in just a few clicks. The 65,536 colour display is ideal for viewing all types of images, whether downloading or web-browsing, all of which is made faster thanks to its EDGE data connectivity. When the phone is closed its external 4,096 colour display serves as a viewfinder for capturing images, a display for Picture CallerID, which shows the name and picture of the person calling, or allows the user to read text messages without having to open the phone. The Z500i synchronises easily with a PC and has a number of organiser functions so users can keep up to date with diary and contacts while they’re on the move. The Z500i will be available in Q4, 2004.
Product Specification Z500i GSM 900/1800/1900 MHzEDGE Class 10 (4+2) Connectivity: cable
Camera: VGA Size: 93 x 49 x 24 mm
Main display: 65K colour (128 x 160 pixel)
Status display: 4K colour Weight: 110g
Application support: Java 2.0, Hi Corp Mascot
CapsuleTM Engine Micro 3D Edition Talk time: Up to 10 hours
Standby time: Up to 11 days
Sony Ericsson introduces a great entertainer
The fun never stops with the K500 as it has the design, graphics capabilities and superb viewing clarity to make it ideal for gaming. The large 1.9 inch 65K TFT colour screen and MultiAction™ joystick make it a pleasure to view and play games. Fast and smooth game play is assured by a graphics platform – Java 2.0 and Mascot Capsule® Engine Micro3D Edition from HI Corp - especially created for fast-action, graphics-rich mobile applications. The K500 has enough internal memory (12MB) to store up to 170 2D or 45 3D games which can easily be downloaded from operator portals or Sony Ericsson Fun & downloads. Sony Ericsson’s developers program is supporting game developers around the world with the necessary tools to bring out new and exiting Java games. Combined with the Gameboard EGB-10 accessory, the K500 can double up as a fully fledged gaming console.
Making the most of the extensive imaging features in the K500 is easy thanks to intuitive design and clever user interface. The dual front design gives instant access to the 4x digital zoom camera, bringing new levels of spontaneity to capturing still pictures and video clips. The camera is activated by opening the lens shutter, and then it is easy to capture still images or the funniest home video scene and play it back on the K500 to friends. QuickShare™ enables images and video to be taken and sent in just a few clicks via MMS or e-mail.
The visual appearance, ringtones and expression of the K500 can be changed at any time. Creativity can run wild, as there is no limit to the amount of wallpapers, themes and ringtones that can be downloaded or created, so the K500 can be easily personalised to match a mood, an outing, an outfit or simply the time of day.
The K500 has an impressive 12MB memory, which means it can download and store a vast array of games, movies, music videos and ringtones from the ever increasing universe of download sites.
Finding or creating the right ringtone is a breeze with the K500. Downloading tones is made super easy with PlayNow™ - simply click to get online, pre-listen to songs from a frequently updated selection, then click to download. The new ringtone is placed in the phone in just 3 clicks and the cost is charged automatically to the phone account. There will also be a selection of free content available on PlayNow™. Musicians will love the 4-track Music DJ ™ application which makes it possible to create ringtones complete with drum loops, bass lines, keyboards and other sound effects.
The K500 will come in the following editions:
K500i Triple Band 900/1800/1900 MHz
K500c Triple Band 900/1800/1900 MHz for China Mainland
K506c Triple Band 900/1800/1900 MHz for China Mainland
K508i Triple Band 900/1800/1900 MHz
K508c Triple Band 900/1800/1900 MHz for China Mainland
The K500-series will be available in Q3 2004
Standby time: up to 300 hours Weight: 80g
Talk time: up to 8 hours Size: 102 x 46 x 14 mm
_________________
...Unless I'm very much mistaken
my K700 review[ This Message was edited by: masseur on 2004-07-15 10:49 ]
--
Posted: 2004-07-15 11:44:00
Edit :
Quote
well i don't like z500a and i don't like this
--
Posted: 2004-07-15 11:45:06
Edit :
Quote
I like the look of it but I think I will stick with my K700 until the S700 comes out.
K700- 41 Mb of mem
Z500- 12Mb of mem
Thats a big difference
--
Posted: 2004-07-15 12:53:26
Edit :
Quote
New Topic
Reply
