Sony Ericsson T226 manual Compatible with SMS standards, Examples of EMS contents and applications

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Compatible with SMS standards

Users will find EMS as easy to use as SMS. Over 15 billion SMS messages, are sent every month worldwide. Roughly 80% of this traffic is user-to-user, i.e. mobile phone users sending short messages to each other using the keypad of the phone to enter text. The remaining 20% is shared by downloads and notifications of different kinds.

The Enhanced Messaging Service (EMS) was first submitted to the standards committees by Ericsson. Ericsson presented the outline structure of EMS to the relevant ETSI/ 3GPP committees. The major mobile phone manufacturers and most operators are actively contributing to the 3GPP standards. Hence the EMS standards have evolved and are now stable and complete as part of the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) technical specification.

An EMS message can be sent to a mobile phone that does not support EMS, or only supports part of EMS. All the EMS elements i.e. text formatting, pictures, animations and sounds are located in the message header. The EMS contents will be ignored by a receiving phone that does not support the standard. Only the text message will be displayed to the receiver. This is true consumer-friendly standardization. EMS is compatible to SMS across most of the range of mobile phones from the oldest to the newest.

Some companies in the mobile phone industry have developed their own messaging technologies, which only work with their own phone models. Network operators are in favor of EMS because it is universal – many of the major mobile phone manufacturers are constructively improving and developing the EMS standards even further for implementation in their products.

Examples of EMS contents and applications

A wide range of contents, applications and services may be developed. Below is a list of examples and areas where messaging can be enhanced with EMS.

User-to-user message

Messages usually originating from the keypad of a mobile phone can include pictures, melodies, and formatted text with EMS.

Voice and email notifications

Notifying mobile phone users that they have new voice or fax mail messages waiting - including icons or melodies with EMS.

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Notification

The user typically receives a short message notifying them that they have a new message in their messaging box, with icons or formatted text further enhancing the message.

Internet email alerts

An Internet email alert is provided in the form of a short message that typically details the sender of the email, the subject field, and the first few words of the email message. In this case, formatted text is excellent to identify message elements.

Ring signals

Downloading ring signals from the Internet.

News & commercials

Examples include: Illustrated world news, sports scores and news headlines, finance and stock market news with diagrams and tickers, commercial product promotions, weather reports with maps, tunes from TV commercials as ring signals.

Info & entertainment

Examples include: Ring signals, e-greetings, football team logo, joke-of-the-day illustrated by pictures or sound, horoscopes, movie related animation or theme song, TV show promotions, music artist promotions, lottery results, food and drink pictures and recipes, mood-related pictures.

Corporate

Examples include: Flight schedules, preinstalled corporate logos, map snippets and travel info, company branded icons and ring signals, corporate email notifications, affinity programs where companies notify customers of product updates etc., banks notifying customers about new services and interest rates, call centers providing answers to questions about a product, vehicle positioning combining EMS with Global Positioning System (GPS) position information, job dispatch with delivery addresses for sales or courier package delivery, using EMS in a retail environment for credit card authorization, remote monitoring of machines for service and maintenance purposes.

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Contents T226 Contents T226 White Paper July 2003 Rev. C Purpose of this document PrefacePolyphonic ring signals Key functions and featuresProduct overview Multimedia Messaging Digital greetingsMore in-phone functions Predictive Text Input Software Sleep ModeMemory management Mobile chatMultimedia in the T226 MMS objects MMS Multimedia Messaging ServiceText TemplatesPictures and themes BenefitsSmil presentations PIM communication with MMSOTA configuration MMS technical featuresMessage conversion ArchitectureEMS more than just words EMS Enhanced Messaging ServiceNew possibilities with messaging Compatible with SMS standards Examples of EMS contents and applicationsUsing Web, WAP and SMS for download Using WAP in the T226 WAP servicesGateway characteristics Bearer type characteristicsSecurity using WAP Gprs accessPush services Configuration of WAP settingsOver-the-air provisioning of WAP settings CertificatesService Loading SL Service Indication SIMobile Internet Data connectionsGeneral Packet Radio Services Using Gprs with the T226 has several advantages, for example Using Gprs in the T226T226 White Paper July 2003 Rev C AMR In-phone functions and featuresCSS XL, CF, PB SMS TBDAMR SMS and EMS messaging Network-dependent featuresFixed dialing and Restricted calls T226 White Paper July 2003 Rev C Service Mode Support T226 SIM AT services supported by the T226SIM application toolkit Service Mode Support T226 Send Short Message ‘Key’ responses User interaction with SIM ATMMI Maximum Response lengths ‘Key’ responses‘Feature Support in the T226 for m-commerce Security and M-commerce technical dataTerminology and abbreviations GSM system GatewayImage Micro browserWAP service Service providerSIM card VCardWMLScript Documents Related informationLinks Trademarks and acknowledgementsGeneral technical data Technical specificationsExterior description Supported Man-Machine Interface MMI languages Ambient temperaturesCurrent consumption, talk and standby times Embedded gamesDownloadable games Feature Support in the T226Speech coding Technical platform informationShort Messaging Service Cell broadcast serviceFull rate AFS Half rate AHS Feature Support in the T226 Feature Support in the T226 Enhanced Messaging Service Multimedia Messaging Service AMR, AAC Performance and technical characteristicsFeature Support in the T226 WAP browser WAP browser technical dataTdma GmskFeature Support in the T226 for WAP WAP Browser WAP operator technical dataWAP HtmlSecurity mechanism Feature Support in the T226 for WAPAdditional provisioning TechnologiesMan Machine Interface Content typesSecurity User agent profileFeatures WAP solutionsObject formats NOM I, II Gprs technical dataNC0 Feature Support in the T226 email client Email client technical dataGEA1 SIMImage format technical data Ussd technical dataImages downloading to phone MMS GIF Commerce technical dataWBMP, JPG JPGFeature Support in the T226 for m-commerce T226 White Paper July 2003 Rev C Numerics IndexEMS EotdT226 White Paper July 2003 Rev C

T226 specifications

The Sony Ericsson T226 was a compact and stylish mobile phone introduced in the early 2000s, showcasing the innovative spirit of the collaboration between Sony and Ericsson. Renowned for its user-friendly design and functional capabilities, the T226 made a lasting impression in the market, appealing to a wide audience seeking an efficient communication tool.

One of the defining features of the Sony Ericsson T226 was its sleek and lightweight form factor. Weighing just 80 grams and measuring 100 x 44 x 19 mm, this phone was incredibly portable, making it easy to carry and navigate. Its vibrant, 256-color display offered a resolution of 128 x 160 pixels, allowing for clear visibility of text and graphics, which was quite impressive for its time.

The T226 was equipped with essential features such as SMS and MMS messaging, enabling users to send text and multimedia messages. This was a key aspect of mobile communication during the early 2000s, and the T226 catered to this demand. Additionally, it supported polyphonic ringtones, offering users the ability to personalize their mobile experience with customized sounds.

For connectivity, the Sony Ericsson T226 featured GPRS support, facilitating data transfer for web browsing and email access. While web capabilities were limited compared to modern standards, the inclusion of GPRS was a significant advancement for mobile technology of that era. The phone also provided a basic suite of entertainment options, including a selection of pre-installed games, which added to its appeal for younger users.

In terms of battery life, the T226 was powered by a standard lithium-ion battery, providing up to 400 hours of standby time and around 9 hours of talk time. This longevity made it a reliable choice for those who needed consistent communication throughout the day.

The design of the T226 was enhanced by its colorful exterior options, which included vibrant hues appealing to a youthful market. This device not only fulfilled the need for communication but also served as a fashion accessory, reflecting the user's personality.

In conclusion, the Sony Ericsson T226 was a noteworthy mobile phone that combined style, functionality, and user-friendly features. Its compact design, messaging capabilities, and battery efficiency made it a popular choice during the era of early mobile communications. As one of the many successful products from the Sony Ericsson partnership, the T226 remains a nostalgic representation of early mobile technology.
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