Sony Ericsson Launches Two Basic Mobile Phones
Two new basic candy-bar phones from Sony Ericsson have been shown off.
"There are certain phone features, such as a large phonebook and torch functionality, that are considered key to consumers in developing markets " says James Marshall, Head of Portfolio Marketing at Sony Ericsson. "We've made sure that both of these phones pack all of the essential features and appeal to anyone wanting a durable, no-nonsense mobile."
The new J132
- Solid talk and text phone with dust-resistant keypad
- FM radio and loudspeaker with RDS support
- Handsfree Kit
- Radio alarm clock
- Torch function - find objects in the dark
- Up to 9 hours of talk time or 450 hours standby
The J132 will be available in selected markets from Q4 2008. The J132 will support GSM 900/1800 frequencies and the J132a for US markets will support GSM 850/1900.
The new K330
- Storage for up to 1000 contacts and 450 text messages
- Capture and store up to 12 minutes of video (in 2 minute clips)
- Snap happy with VGA camera and store up to 250 images
- 1.7'' display
- FM Radio
- Keep track of calories and make your own daily health plan with Health mate
- Torch function
The K330 will be available in selected markets from Q3 2008. The K330 will support GSM/GPRS 900/1800 and the K330a: GSM/GPR 850/1900.
Posted to the site on 17th June 2008
