Sony Ericsson A8i review
Network and connections
A phone that will certainly get people talking, capable of delivering intense emotions and top-level usability, aimed at the Chinese market. Very similar to the Xperia from the same manufacturer, the A8i is equipped with a GSM Quadband receiver, on frequencies of 850, 900, 1800 and 1900 MHz, ensuring optimal coverage anywhere in the world. It also supports UMTS for advanced network functions. Browsing the Internet is really fast, thanks to the HSDPA modem. Or you can take advantage of distributed networks via the Wi-Fi antenna. There's also the convenient Bluetooth for exchanging files with other devices. It's also possible to sync the phone directly with your home PC, using the USB data cable.
Design and features
An elegant and refined style, with glossy, harmonious surfaces. The lines are soft and clean, maintaining the monoblock structure in compact dimensions. The thickness is in fact 14 mm, with a weight of 136 grams. The front is occupied almost entirely by the large display, a 3.5-inch WVGA TFT, equipped with Touch Screen technology for quick and intuitive management of any content. It is also scratch-resistant, for trouble-free durability. Some function keys help with management operations.
Main features
The Sony Ericsson A8i is equipped with a proprietary platform, complete and functional for any need. The basic functions are comprehensive, but it's still possible to install compatible software thanks to Java support. This way it will be possible to fully customize your device according to your needs. Managing E-mail and Office and PDF documents will be really simple. Advanced applications include Google Maps, Facebook and YouTube. Or again Instant Messaging and CMMB support for mobile TV. In the voice sector, there are speakerphone, voice recorder and video call support.
Entertainment and multimedia
So as not to miss anything, there are fun games for moments of leisure. Or again a media player for faithfully reproducing your favorite music and videos. The available memory is 200 MB, further expandable via microSD cards up to 32 GB. For capturing images and videos there's a digital camera, with a lens of as much as 5 megapixels. The image quality is really excellent, thanks also to the numerous dedicated functions. There's also the built-in GPS module, turning the A8i into a satellite navigator. Battery life is satisfying, up to 260 hours in Stand-by.