Walkman phone continues to chart high | Sony Ericsson W595, w302

“Since the launch of our first Walkman™ phone in 2005, Sony Ericsson has continued to pioneer a superior mobile music experience - and the 77 million Walkman™ phones sold to date are testament to this commitment,” says Ben Padley, Head of the Music Category at Sony Ericsson. “With this latest range of phones and accessories, we are offering high quality sound and a rich feature set that cements our position as a leader in the music phone category. We are pushing the boundaries of what people think is possible and are offering best-in-class sound quality and our most exciting Walkman™ phones to date.”

The list of pioneering and innovative features found on Walkman™ phones continues to be unmatched in the industry. Features like the music recognition application TrackID™, SensMe™, for matching your mood to the music and Shake control to change tracks with the flick of your hand make Walkman™ phones stand out from the rest.

Sony Ericsson can now also announce best-in-class sound quality and a clear audio experience from its W902 Walkman™. The W902 features the same superior sound quality as the W980, about to launch shortly, which was rated ”best audio experience” this month, in a trial conducted in Germany by TESTfactory*.

With the W902, users can listen to music the way it should be heard: true to original. It’s also a mobile phone for those that want it all, with a five megapixel camera and great video capturing and sharing capabilities, an 8GB Memory Stick Micro™ (M2) for storing more than 8,000 songs**, the W902 is a top-of-the-range device that will make you the envy of your friends.

The W595 Walkman™ is perfect for those who want to share sounds with their friends. Store and play more than 1,900 songs** through the built in stereo speakers. Plug in the in-box sharing jack to listen silently to your tunes with a friend or Bluetooth™ your sounds to Sony Ericsson’s range of wireless speakers.

The new W302 Walkman™ is packed with impressive features in an affordable no-compromise slim handset. Targeting all audiences, the phone comes complete with an impressive two megapixel camera, FM radio, TrackID™ and 512MB Memory Stick Micro™ (M2).

The next generation of accessories includes three new sets of speakers, the MBS-200, MBS-400and MPS-100, to help music lovers go beyond the individual and play music directly from their mobile phone. Enhancing its music accessories collection Sony Ericsson has also introduced three new stereo headphones, HBH-IS800, HPM-88and HPM-66for the optimal listening experience.

The Walkman™ phone through history

Walkman™ phone continues to chart high

∙August 2005 – Sony Ericsson launches its very first Walkman™ phone – the W800

∙December 2005 - Three million Walkman™ phones sold to date

∙April 2006 – Sony Ericsson launches its first Walkman™ phone music accessories; MPS-60portable speakers, which goes on to sell millions of units worldwide

∙October 2006 – Sony Ericsson launches its first slider Walkman™ phone – the W850 which also introduces the unique TrackID™ music recognition application

∙November 2006 –Sony Ericsson launches the W950 Walkman™ with the biggest storage yet - 4GB

∙December 2006 – 20 million Walkman™ phones sold to date

∙February 2007 – Sony Ericsson launches its slimmest Walkman™ - the W880

∙November 2007 – W910 Walkman™ phone with Turbo 3G/HSDPA launches as a complete entertainment device

w302, W902, W595 specifications

The Sony Ericsson W902, W302, and W595 are part of the company’s popular Walkman series, which focuses on delivering exceptional music experiences. Each model brings its unique features and characteristics, catering to various needs and preferences of mobile users.

The Sony Ericsson W902, launched in 2008, is a slider phone that showcases a stylish design with a sophisticated glossy finish. It features a 2.2-inch QVGA display with a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels, delivering vibrant visuals for multimedia consumption. The device is equipped with a 5-megapixel camera, complete with autofocus and LED flash, allowing users to capture high-quality photos. One of the standout features of the W902 is its Walkman player, which supports a range of audio formats, including MP3, AAC, and WMA, ensuring users can enjoy their favorite music with exceptional sound quality. The phone offers an impressive 8GB of internal memory, expandable via a Memory Stick Micro card, and supports features such as TrackID for music recognition and SensMe for creating personalized playlists.

The Sony Ericsson W302 is another solid entry in the Walkman lineup, aimed at budget-conscious users seeking music-oriented functionality. It boasts a lightweight candy bar design and a crisp 2-inch display. The W302 features a 2-megapixel camera, which, while less advanced than the W902, still provides decent photography capabilities. A defining attribute of the W302 is its Quick Play feature that allows users to access their music library quickly, promoting an efficient listening experience. It includes a built-in FM radio and offers 512MB of internal memory, expandable with a Memory Stick Micro card, ideal for those who want to carry their songs wherever they go.

Lastly, the Sony Ericsson W595 stands out with its unique design, featuring a slider mechanism that opens to reveal a sizable 2.2-inch display. This model also includes a 3.2-megapixel camera, offering better photo quality compared to the W302. A key feature of the W595 is its Shake Control technology, allowing users to skip or change tracks by shaking the device. The phone comes with an impressive 40MB of internal storage and supports expandable memory via a Memory Stick Micro. The W595 also offers a dedicated music key for quick access to the Walkman player and is compatible with a range of music formats.

In summary, the Sony Ericsson W902, W302, and W595 each deliver distinctive features that highlight the brand’s commitment to music-centric mobile devices. From high-resolution cameras to innovative music technologies, these phones cater to various user preferences, making them notable choices in the Walkman series. Their combination of stylish designs and powerful multimedia capabilities ensures they remain memorable in the competitive mobile phone market.