Sony Ericsson Z555i review

Network and connections
A Sony Ericsson phone with basic features that are not particularly outstanding, but still of good quality for a mid-range segment. The Z555i is in fact equipped with a GSM Triband system, on frequencies of 900, 1800 and 1900 MHz. However, UMTS network support is not available. Internet connection is guaranteed by the internal modem and the WAP browser, with GPRS and EDGE protocols for fast data traffic. As for wireless, it does not have Wi-Fi connectivity, although it is possible to exchange files with compatible devices thanks to Bluetooth or the USB 2.0 cable.

Design and features
What stands out most in this phone is certainly its exterior appearance. The designers have equipped the clamshell body with particular designs in Diamond style, making the appearance absolutely eye-catching. On the outer part, the raised camera and the speaker holes stand out. Below, instead, is the OLED screen at 123x36 pixels. On the inside you'll find the standard numeric keypad, with keys well arranged, as well as the main screen which displays up to 256,000 colors. The dimensions are quite compact, 95 grams in weight for 16.5 mm in thickness. The retail package comes with few accessories, although you can find the earphones and the USB cable.

Main features
A complete and functional device must clearly offer the most common basic utilities. Indeed, there is no shortage of the advanced phonebook, the calendar-synced agenda to manage personal appointments, the alarm clock and the currency converter. As for the voice channel, we can count on hands-free, voice recorder and multiconference support. Furthermore, it is possible to receive and send E-mail, in addition to simpler SMS and multimedia messages. Worth noting is the Gesture Control feature, which allows you to mute a call or activate the alarm snooze with a simple wrist movement.

Entertainment and multimedia
An important side of the Sony Ericsson Z555i is certainly its aptitude as a small multimedia device, especially in the musical field. In fact, it works as an MP3 player, with support for many other audio and video formats. The available internal memory is small, with only 12 MB, but it can be conveniently expanded with a Memory Stick M2 type card. A 1.3 megapixel camera, on the other hand, allows you to obtain good quality photographs, although LED Flash is not provided. The 900 mAh lithium battery guarantees good operating autonomy, up to 300 hours in Stand-by.