Sony Ericsson W850i review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Andrew Lim

Reviewed on: 10 November 2006

Tags: slider phone, networks, metal, adaptor, shortcut

We like:

Large colour screen; 3G connectivity; stereo Bluetooth; expandable Memory Stick Duo Pro slot with 1GB included; 3.5mm adapter; variety of fun and useful pre-installed applications

We don't like:

Lack of autofocus and xenon flash on the camera; inability to end calls by sliding the phone shut; lack of space at the top row of keys on the keypad

You might also need:

Stereo Bluetooth headset

CNET UK judgement:

The W850i Walkman phone brings together some of the best features from Sony Ericsson's vast portfolio of great phones. It has the same large, colour screen as the K800i and 3G connectivity, and most importantly, music sounds great. There are some small problems with the slider design, though

Full review:

The W850i Walkman phone is Sony Ericsson's first slider phone and it's a solid attempt from a company that has previously avoided this form factor. Although there are some niggling issues that we'd like to see addressed in the next iteration, Sony Ericsson hasn't made a complete blunder of the new design. Continue Reading...