Sony W580i Urban Grey 94 g

Updated:
2013-11-16 00:59:53

Average rating:77

Uk has collected 71 expert reviews for Sony W580i Urban Grey 94 g and the average expert rating is 77 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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techradar.com

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2013-11-16 00:59:47

Average rating:90

When somebody gets something right, its often all too easy to take them for granted. So when Sony Ericsson brings out a new Walkman phone, the temptation is to ignore its impressive but, frankly, familiar attributes, such as an exemplary music player...

Walkman music player, Sturdy build, Slider...
Average camera, Flimsy memory card cover...
When somebody gets something right, its often all too easy to take them for granted. So when Sony Ericsson brings out a new Walkman phone, the temptation is to ignore its impressive but, frankly, familiar attributes, such as an exemplary music player...

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iMobile.com.au

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2013-11-16 00:59:48

Average rating:62

The Sony Ericsson W580i is the latest mid-range handset for the multimedia-focused Walkman range. The handset was announced back at the CTIA Wireless Trade Show in March in the US. Unlike the majority of Walkman handsets, the W580i does not have 3G net...

pcauthority.com.au

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2013-11-16 00:59:49

Average rating:83

A solid phone with interesting fitness functions and Sony Ericssons brilliant Walkman music software...

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pocket-lint.com

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2013-11-16 00:59:51

Average rating:80

Shake it like a Polaroid picture - motion sensors come to the mobile, but is it any good?...

SensMe, TrackID, design, Blogger tool, built-in pedometer...
Shake feature bit of a gimmick, only 2 megapixel camera...
If you are looking for Walkman phone with a couple of added benefits this will fit the bill nicely...

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goodgearguide.com.au

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2013-11-16 00:59:52

Average rating:70

Sony Ericssons latest entry into the Walkman range is a stylish slider featuring fitness functions, a 2 megapixel camera, a 512MB Memory Stick Micro (M2) and light effects. The built in pedometer allows you to not only to track walking and running dat...

Built-in pedometer and fitness application, "ShakeIt" Walkman shuffle, 2 megapixel camera, TrackID, strong features list, battery life...
Controls, colour scheme, cramped keypad The Final Word The W580i is another above average Walkman phone. Although the design isnt our cup of tea, the built-in pedometer is a nice touch, and should ensure this is another popular handset in the range.
The W580i is another above average Walkman phone. Although the design isnt our cup of tea, the built-in pedometer is a nice touch, and should ensure this is another popular handset in the range.

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3g.co.uk

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2013-11-16 00:59:53

Average rating:60

Another capable mid-range Walkman phone that handily doubles as a personal trainer for the fitness fanatics Full Review and...

knowyourmobile.com

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2014-03-20 02:40:32

Average rating:70

The Sony Ericsson W580i is an entry-level Walkman slider phone with some interesting motion-sensitive features such as a built-in pedometer and shake control of the music player.The first impressions that the W580i makes are generally positive. The p...

Walkman 2.0 software, 2 megapixel camera, Pedometer, Mood lighting...
Small viewfinder, Lack of camera feature...
A sexy slider phone with fantastic music and fitness features...

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theglobeandmail.com

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2014-03-20 02:40:32

Average rating:0

A phone you can really run and groove to I had walked a total of one kilometre and burned 70 calories in the process, according to the Fitness application in Sony Ericssons new W580 cellphone. It was easy for me to forget how much I actually walked b...

Mobile88.com

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2016-11-26 18:31:46

Average rating:0

I have owned the Sony Ericsson w580i for about a few weeks, and while it was originally a Rogers branded unit, I have since unbranded it via wotanserver as I wanted mp3 ringtones and flash themes. As such, current firmware is R6BA020 which is just Gene...

about.com

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2013-11-16 00:59:47

Average rating:80

Cell phones today face cutthroat competition from a sea of handset makers. The healthy rivalry is ultimately a boon to the consumer because it forces device makers to evolve and innovate. While phone makers often attempt to sell you on trivial trinkets...

Howstuffworks.com

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2013-11-16 00:59:47

Average rating:60

The Sony Ericsson W580i mobile phone offers exceptional music options along with solid call quality. But before getting to the upsides, of which there are many, the device uses the EDGE network. Downloading songs or Internet pages is relatively swift...

Shake-to-shuffle, TrackID service, stylish design, great call clarity, battery life...
Small buttons...
The Sony Ericsson W580i mobile phone offers exceptional music options along with solid call quality. But before getting to the upsides, of which there are many, the device uses the EDGE network. Downloading songs or Internet pages is relatively swift...

mobilechoiceuk.com

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2013-11-16 00:59:47

Average rating:60

Another capable mid-range Walkman phone that handily doubles as a personal trainer for the fitness fanatics Related links Sony Ericsson announces Radio range Sony Ericsson unveils designer Walkman Sony Ericsson announces Walkman phone with GPS...

The fitness apps and Walkman music player are incredibly useful if you’re embarking on an exercise programme.
The music player shake controls work OK but don’t enhance usability.Look and Feel...
Another capable mid-range Walkman phone that handily doubles as a personal trainer for the fitness fanatics...

mobiledia.com

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2013-11-16 00:59:48

Average rating:0

Sony Ericssons latest version of the Walkman phone, the W580i, adds a new level of multimedia functionality to the popular music phone while incorporating a sleek slider design. Sony Ericsson W580i Your Price:Free!with serviceFrom the Walkmans new "s...

hardwarezone.com.sg

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2013-11-16 00:59:48

Average rating:0

Sony Ericsson recently rolled out another model in their Walkman phone series that is full of entertainment and health functions built for the younger crowd. The strengths and fashion sense of youths seem to be the main target of this mobile an...

phonedog.com

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2013-11-16 00:59:48

Average rating:94

My wife has used a Samsung T809 ever since we signed a service contract a year and a half ago and she got one for free (after rebate, of course). She really liked the phones sleek slider profile, big, bold display, and overall cool factor. Mind you...

mobileburn.com

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2013-11-16 00:59:48

Average rating:0

The Sony Ericsson W580 is the Walkman branded version of the S500 slider. It features the second generation Walkman music application, a 2 megapixel digital camera, and a clean design with a fashionable edge to it. Read more about it in this full hands...

techtree.com

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2013-11-16 00:59:49

Average rating:70

Sony Ericsson is known to convert several of its phones from other series to the Walkman series. The latest example of this is the W580i, derived from the original S500i - which we have already reviewed (September 17, 2007). Riding on the specs of the...

Walkman v2, 2 MP camera, Radio, Good battery life, Bluetooth 2.0 (A2DP), 2MP Camera, 1GB M2 Memory card...
Uncomfortable D-Pad, QCIF video, High price...
The W580i has enough to keep you going for the connectivity it offers. The phone has GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) and EDGE (Enhanced GPRS) as well - both of which are Class 10. The phone has Bluetooth 2.0 with support for wireless stereo audio...

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smape.com

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2013-11-16 00:59:49

Average rating:0

The Sony Ericsson company keeps to their well-trodden path of expanding product ranges with similarly designed models belonging to different market segments. This strategy proved a success since the release of the K750i / W800i couple that offered the...

and marketing perspectives The communication quality doesnt raisy any objections, its traditionally high as with the rest of the latest products by that company. The speaker mic does its job well, you can hear the other persons distinctly enough in...

Laptopmag.com

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2013-11-16 00:59:49

Average rating:80

The latest Walkman phone offers clear sound and a sleek design for active users on a budget.

Great sound, Attractive design, Bright, colorful screen...
Small and awkward touch pad, Nonstandard headphone jack...
Designed for active users, Sony Ericssons Walkman W580i phone packs a good music player and plenty of other features into a sleek, durable slider. This handset is the first from the company to offer Shake Control, a feature that allows you to change t...

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phonearena.com

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2013-11-16 00:59:49

Average rating:68

Sony Ericsson W580 is one of the newest Sony Ericsson Walkman slider phones. Based on the S500, it is very similar to the extravagant slider in both design and functionality, and compared to the newer W910 lacks in features.Even the box of the Walkman...

Good talk time, Flash themes, Quadband...
The back lid and the SIMcard are difficult to remove, It is high time Sony Ericsson installed a 3.5 mm jack in the telephone itself, instead of having to use a transition jack.
Sony Ericsson W580, being a Walkman variant of S500, disposes with the extra functions, typical of this series: an improved music player, FM radio, as well as the new Shake technology for changing tracks by a jerky movement. Like many of the new models...

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pcmag.com

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2013-11-16 00:59:49

Average rating:70

Maybe it isnt as sexy as the Nike + iPod Sport Kit. But with its built-in music player and pedometer, the Sony Ericsson W580i ($269.99; $79.99 and up with contract) can help more iconoclastic mobile users resist the cult of Apple. Sedentary types wh...

Good reception, good video playback. Built-in pedometer. Provides basic Web and e-mail.
Call quality could be a bit better. No 3G.
The Sony Ericsson W580i is a well-rounded midrange multimedia phone with a neat built-in pedometer...

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wirelessinfo.com

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2013-11-16 00:59:50

Average rating:0

The W580i is one of Sony Ericssons line of Walkman-branded handsets. These music focused phones are popular globally, but few of them have made it to the United States. The W580i is one of the few that has, carried by AT&T. And its a good pick for th...

We found ourselves liking the W580i a lot. The Walkman-branded handset has a very good music player, and takes better-than-average photos and has a decent Web browser. This doesnt mean its without problems, however. We had concerns about the limited...

infosyncworld.com

Updated:
2013-11-16 00:59:50

Average rating:66

If our review score seems lower than our enthusiasm, our scoring takes into account amenities weve come to expect on a modern music phone, like music streaming or access to a music store, or at least some DRM-controlled content. While the W580i may lack t...

Good calling. Fun alerts. Best-in-class music player. Cool gimmicks dont detract from a solid phone.
Few messaging presets. Stiff, small keys. Disappointing camera. No 3G connectivity or advanced music features.
If our review score seems lower than our enthusiasm, our scoring takes into account amenities weve come to expect on a modern music phone, like music streaming or access to a music store, or at least some DRM-controlled content. While the W580i may...

phonescoop.com

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2013-11-16 00:59:50

Average rating:0

Almost a year after AT&T launched the W810 as their flagship music phone, the carrier has finally replaced the stubby little bar with a slim elegant slider that packs a bigger punch in a much smaller size. The only downside is the loss of the W810s au...

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thelobeandmail.com

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2013-11-16 00:59:50

Average rating:0

A phone you can really run and groove to I had walked a total of one kilometre and burned 70 calories in the process, according to the Fitness application in Sony Ericssons new W580 cellphone. It was easy for me to forget how much I actually walked b...

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tech2.com

Updated:
2013-11-16 00:59:51

Average rating:80

In the past, we have employed various methods of testing, but none as rigorous as the one that was employed for the W580i. Before any revelations, we must tell you that this was neither our intention nor a procedural norm while testing phones. On an un...

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avecmobile.com

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2013-11-16 00:59:51

Average rating:90

Quad-band world GSM phone for 850, 900, 1800, 1900 frequencies. EDGE data connectivity. Dedicated Walkman key allows direct access to the MP3 music player. The device can play MP3, AAC, AAC+, and e-AAC+ t...

Mobile88.com

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2013-11-16 00:59:51

Average rating:0

I have owned the Sony Ericsson w580i for about a few weeks, and while it was originally a Rogers branded unit, I have since unbranded it via wotanserver as I wanted mp3 ringtones and flash themes. As such, current firmware is R6BA020 which is just Gene...

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gsmarena.com

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2013-11-16 00:59:52

Average rating:0

Finally, the Sony Ericsson W580 arrived at our test site – a music phone featuring a slim sliding construction, light effects and a pedometer to fulfill all your daily music and sports needs. The handset comes complete with a 2 megapixel camera, ste...

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Businessweek.com

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2013-11-16 00:59:52

Average rating:100

A cheaper alternative to the iPhone: Sony Ericssons music phone also features FM radio, a full HTML browser, and a fitness application...

mobile-review.com US

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2013-11-16 00:59:52

Average rating:0

Let’s take a look at the functionality of these solutions so as to evaluate their potential.

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tech-faq.com

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2013-11-16 00:59:52

Average rating:0

The Sony Ericsson W580 is one of the newest phones that has been given the distinction of being titled Walkman after the famous Sony music players. As a slider phone, it has all of the great features you would expect from a modern phone, with the add...

Stylish design ,One of the best music players on the market ,Impressive battery life ,Fantastic display and form factor ,Camera works like a charm ,Expandable memory ,Soon to be highly customizable...
No 3G capability ,No Wi-Fi capability ,Some of the features are not useful...
this phone would have been fantastic if it came out last year, but it really does not provide any cutting edge technology that should be present in phones of this caliber in 2007.

mobiletechreview.com

Updated:
2013-11-16 00:59:52

Average rating:90

When it comes to Sony Ericsson phones, US users are often out of luck. US carriers don’t offer many SE phones which means we have to pay very high prices for import models. But once in a while, AT&T picks up a new Sony Ericsson model and this time i...

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