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vanquish Posts: > 500

There is a thread dicussing the 'new phones to be released today' - but it isnt specifically an official thread for these two phones.

The new T290/J200 are entry level phones, we currently only have the chinese versions of these. The colours may change when released globally in Q4, and Q1 2005.

J200c:



T290c:



More info coming soon on the international versions, plus their specifications.

Sony Ericsson press room:

Sony Ericsson enhances entry-level product range with addition of two new phones
25 October 2004
October 25, 2004, Beijing – Sony Ericsson today announced two new phones for Practical phoners of all ages. Practical phoners are a discerning group that seek out well-designed, quality, no-nonsense products from trusted brands but, don’t need the full feature-set of a top-of-the-range phone because their predominant communications style is voice.

The first of these phones, the J200, is targeted mainly at the China and Asia Pacific markets and will be available during the last quarter of 2004. The second, the T290, will be launched in the same region early in 2005, in time for the traditional gift giving of the Chinese New Year, and then be available globally during the first quarter.

“J200 and T290 are feature rich entry-level phones with the same classic, elegant styling that you can see right across the Sony Ericsson product range,” said Jan Wäreby, Corporate Executive Vice President & Head of Sales and Marketing. “The customers who will buy these phones are looking for quality, simplicity and value-for-money. They typically make voice calls and use SMS text messaging to communicate extensively with friends and family. Independent small businesses may also be attracted to them as a cost-effective way of keeping in touch with customers whilst on the move.”

The J200 has a curved and sophisticated appearance and appealing colour range. It offers easy talking and easy messaging, all on a 4K colour screen (128 x 128 pixels). Its slim, classic design includes an easy to use joystick for simple navigation and SMS text messaging with predictive text input. The J200 also features a large phone book with up to 200 entries, calendar, alarm clock and a 40 tones polyphonic ringer, with an additional speaker for loud and clear ringtones, even on the street.

The T290’s small size, large phonebook, MMS messaging in colour and sturdy styling will also be attractive to the practical phoner segment but appeal more to the young and those looking for a value-for-money phone to support their own private business. The T290 value-for-money packages includes a 32 tones polyphonic ringer with additional speaker, 4K colour screen, an additional speakerphone for conference calls in private or professional use and fast SMS text messaging with predictive text input on a clear and ergonomically designed keypad.

The J200 and T290 will be available in the following versions:

J200i, Triple-band 900/1800/1900
J200c, Triple-band 900/1800/1900 for China
T290i, Dual-band 900/1800
T290c, Dual-band 900/1800 for China
T290a, Dual-band 850/1900 for Americas
Features at a glance:

J200

Imaging and messaging 128 x 128 pixels STN
display, 4096 colours
~600kB user Memory
SMS and EMS
Nokia Smart messaging
Wallpapers
Themes

T290

Picture phonebook 101 x 80 pixels STN
display, 4096 colours
~400kB user Memory
SMS,EMS, MMS
Nokia Smart messaging
Wallpapers
Themes
Picture phonebook

J200

Entertainment Polyphonic (40 voices)
Embedded games (Black Deal,
Casino Wheels and Deep Abyss)
OMA DRM phase 1

T290

Polyphonic (32 voices)
Embedded games (Deep Abyss,
Five Stones)
OMA DRM phase 1

J200

Connectivity GPRS (4+1)
IrDA
WAP 1.2.1

T290

GPRS (4+1)
WAP 1.2.1

Speakerphone No: J200 Yes: T290
Common accessories Stereo FM Radio Handsfree HPR-20
Active Case IAC-25
Portable Handsfree HPB-20
Micro Travel Charger CMT-10
Stereo FM Radio Handsfree HPR-20
Active Case IAC-25
Portable Handsfree HPS-20
Micro Travel Charger CMT-10



Note to editors

Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB serves the global communications market with innovative and feature-rich mobile phones, accessories, PC-cards and M2M solutions. Established as a joint venture by Ericsson and Sony in 2001, with head quarters in London, the company employs 5,000 people worldwide, including R&D sites in Europe, Japan, China and America. For more information, please visit http://www.sonyericsson.com

FOR PRESS INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Sony Ericsson Corporate Communications
Telephone: +44 (0) 208 762 5858
E-mail:press.global@SonyEricsson.com

Any product features, specifications or statements in this document that are not historical facts are forward-looking and involve risks and uncertainties. Actual product features, specifications or forward-looking statements are subject to change.

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[ This Message was edited by: vanquish on 2004-10-25 10:03 ]

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Posted: 2004-10-25 11:01:31
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jontyf Posts: 468

Nokia smart messaging?
UH OH!!!
They don't look any good either
J series eh?

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[ This Message was edited by: jontyf on 2004-10-25 10:07 ]
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Posted: 2004-10-25 11:05:32
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DeLa Posts: > 500

It was about time. Both phones look good - especially in white - but the J200 stands out.
A lot of talk-text users will be drawn tho one of these two and maybe even some users of more advanced phones. Business users might want these because of no camera.
Finally some phones to get back in this part of the market and set an alternative for Siemens and Nokia.
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Posted: 2004-10-25 11:07:42
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vanquish Posts: > 500

Yeah

Sony Ericsson havent really done well with the young market - sure the S700i and stuff are mint, but they are over 150 pounds, and teenagers really cant afford that unless they work (like me).

I think if these phones are priced about 60-70 pounds, advertised well they will fetch many customers.

I wonder if you are able to attatch a camera to the bottom for taking pictures (communi-cam?)

I wonder...
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Posted: 2004-10-25 11:12:52
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DeLa Posts: > 500

J200 has 12MB memory and is tri-band!
No mention of camera's for both, but the T230 can have a comminucam so one would guess the T290 too.
T290 is already on the regional sites.
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Posted: 2004-10-25 11:24:00
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vineet_d Posts: > 500

Quote:
On 2004-10-25 11:24:00, DeLa wrote:
J200 has 12MB memory and is tri-band!
No mention of camera's for both, but the T230 can have a comminucam so one would guess the T290 too.
T290 is already on the regional sites.


J200 has 12MB memory and is tri-band! i am totally confused now
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Posted: 2004-10-25 12:22:41
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masseur Posts: > 500

I guess we only need one discussion thread for these new phones so lets continue in the earlier and now more developed thread please

Sony Ericsson is going to present new phone(s) today (J200, T290)
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Posted: 2004-10-25 12:26:38
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