Sony Ericsson announces four entry level models S302, K330, J132 and F30517 June 2008 by Olav Hellesų-Knutsen
The S302 and K330 are entry level camera phones with 2 and 0.3 megapixel resolution and the F305 is a gaming model with motion detection. J132 is a very basic model with limited functionality like SMS, FM radio but without camera, Bluetooth etc. Spec-wise, the Sony Ericsson S302 Snapshot is the winner out of these four. It has a basic 2 megapixel camera without autofocus but with digital zoom (aka crop of images) and a simple application for boosting image quality called PhotoFix. It also has photo light, video recording, Bluetooth, MMS, Email, Java and FM radio. K330 has a very basic 0.3 megapixel camera we used to find in phones 4-5 years ago. A cheap selling price will most likely reflect this. If Sony Ericsson saved money on the camera, they choose to spend some on other features like Bluetooth, FM radio- Java, WAP 2.0 browser and video recording capabilities. It was a bit strange to test the J132. It is a very, very simple device. J132 has a FM radio, 128x160 pixel display and dual-band (GSM 900/1800) network connectivity. Polyphonic ringtone and SMS. And of course an address book. J132 will most likely be the cheapest available model from Sony Ericsson this year. What I found strange with this model is the lack of replacable battery. At least no one from Sony Ericsson had investigated this model and could not show me how to open the battery cover. Another interesting thing was a missing Fast Port connector. J132 had a mini-USB connector for charging and headset usage. As a result, you can't use your old accessores on this model. I have a feeling the J132 is made by someone elese. Maybe Sagem?
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Sony Ericsson F305 is a quad-band slider model with a 176x220 pixel display. This model is promoted as a gaming device. The phone itself is basic with 2 megapixel camera, Bluetooth, FM radio, email, MMS and video recording but Sony Ericsson has added a new feature to the game part: Motion detection. The motion detection register phone movements during play. Just like the Nintendo Wii controller does. Two games were demonstrated during the presentation: Bowling and fishing. It is not easy to watch the display while you throw the fishing line or bowling ball using the phone as the fishing rod and bowling ball but I am sure game developers will develop something kool. At least Sony Ericsson went for Java this time, and not the 
Finally, Sony Ericsson is back.
theincredible on Jun 18 2008
i hope it rocks!!!!!!!!!! but this cell r not fully loaded i feel so it's for normal use what is yr take on thissssssssssssss
wasim on Jun 19 2008
Wow... yet another scoop from esato!!! Forever updating us on mobile news!!! What would i do without you... You are my Rock!!!!
Esatoss on Jun 19 2008
sickhead blad
on Jun 19 2008
Is tahat a PLAY/PAUSE key I see on the left sdide of the s302? Hallelujah!
oddie on Jun 20 2008
so old fashion. nothing new that we haven't seen. where is the innovative attribute SE once had? SE innovate. we need touch phones. For God sake give us an iphone with SE's improved specs!!
kulorex on Jun 20 2008
Ref kulorex. Why would SE try to compete with the iphone?
a. these are entry level phones
b. iphone has exclusivety deals with one operator.
It just would not make sense!!!!
PE on Jun 20 2008
THIS IS TRUE THAT SE IS BACK.....................
SAN on Jun 20 2008
Anyone notice the circle and x buttons on the F305? Oddly PSP-ish ...
james on Jun 21 2008
I Think it's crappy james! PSP-ish with a 176x220 display? hahahahaha It'll never be like the n-gage for example!
JuanjoJJ on Jun 21 2008
These are entry level phones. So why moan about them being "crappy"? If you want more, then buy a more expensive phone.
Dread on Jun 22 2008
eta pagina ta to la baina ute d an vesado esta pajina es mejor k eso ' nooo mentira' el caso es k es buenisima
david on Jun 24 2008
good!
not all people love high end phones, they also need low end phones!!
Coujou on Jun 26 2008
SE We need :
1.PSP-ish with 240*320 display, 16 million Colour And Operating System
2.W350i-ish but with Video Recording
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davidAnDerson on Jun 30 2008
same design same features same look. is research and development team of SE on leave,if not then what are they paid for
waqar on Jul 01 2008
If you're from where I'm from you'll definitely appreciate these gadgets. I'm glad SE didn't forget that not everyone was meant for high end phones. The S302 is a lovely device, I hope that is a PLAY/PAUSE button I see on the side.
Ngizi on Jul 03 2008