Sony Ericsson W8 provides decent connectivity options with support for 2G and 3G network. Local connectivity is strengthened by the Bluetooth 2.1 with support for A2DP profile and Wi-Fi. One also gets a 3.5 mm audio jack. Though the browser is decent, yet it has certain disadvantages such as lack of flash support and multi-touch gestures.
The cell phone is equipped with an FM radio which has a pretty simple interface which automatically scans the available stations. The audio quality of the handset is really good and even without earphone plugged in, the audio quality of the phone is great.
The phone sports a 3.15 MP camera which clicks videos of resolution measuring 2048×1536 pixels. The camera lacks advanced features like autofocus and flash. The camera has geo-tagging facilities. The images clicked are decent enough and offer nice details.
The phone sports a 3 inches TFT capacitive touch screen display which displays pictures of resolution measuring 320 x 480 pixels. Images look crisp, sharp and what really impressed us is the sensitivity of the screen. It responded to the slightest of touches and offers good brightness.
The legibility of the screen suffers a great deal in sunlight and on a sunny day it is very difficult to read the screen. Below the screen you will find the 3 hardware keys, while on the right side of the display you will find the volume rocker and the camera button. The light and the proximity sensors are found above the display.
Sony Ericsson W8 walkman looks very much similar to Xperia X8 and is carved entirely out of plastic. The curved edges of the phone make it comfortable to hold and with the dimensions of the phone measuring 99 x 54 x 15 mm, it slips easily into your pocket. The phone weighs 104 grams and hence it does not feel too heavy on your pocket.
Sony Ericsson W8 cost in the USA is approximately $ 200. Sony Ericsson W8 price in India is approximately Rs 10,950. Sony Ericsson W8 is an entry level phone which definitely has some disadvantages such as outdated OS and lack of advanced camera features. However, if you are looking for a cheap smartphone then you can bet upon Sony Ericsson W8 walkman.
