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Sony Ericsson W890i

Frazier Barretto, Apr 14, 2008 1125 hrs IST

A winner of a phone -- period!

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Walkman 3.0 application, good sound quality, 3.2MP camera, smooth interface, 2GB M2, FM tuner (RDS), well-priced

Takes some time getting used to its slimness, No flash LED for camera

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EXPERT REVIEW

Build and Design: Refurbished and Revised

The Sony Ericsson W890i fully reminds you of its previous iteration. The body is stainless steel for the most part, and is available in three color options instead of just black and silver: there's now Mocha Brown. (We received the black version for review.) The golden-colored Walkman branding gives the phone the looks of a premium handset.

I also noticed that the metal has a smooth matte finish, which will keep fingerprints at bay. The overall construction is solid.

The size remains the same as that of the W880i, but the W890i feels smaller because of its curved edges. The slimness of the handset makes it initially difficult to hold, but you will eventually feel comfortable using it. (It took me a couple of days to adjust!)

The keypad and D-Pad are both good -- ergonomic as well as tactile, and this phone will be a favorite with frequent texters. The D-Pad has a new design with separate calling keys (which are golden in color). It is comfortable to use, as are the ergonomically-curved keys.

USER COMMENTS

hi i took this phone 3 months back there is no problem with my phone but the thing is i need a silicon cover for this and i am not to get this anywhere please help me

by hari, bangalore, on Jun 13, 2009 03:15 PM, Report abuse Reply

which is a better phone w705 or 890i

by sanket, pune, on May 17, 2009 10:13 AM, Report abuse Reply

This is a real good phone ! not pice of s*it like iphone !

by Mistero, NY, on Nov 18, 2008 06:27 PM, Report abuse Reply

I would still go for W910 for its large 2.4 inch display and has more style factor then this one. the cam of this one falls on same line with w910.

by sachin, goa, on Apr 14, 2008 11:37 PM, Report abuse Reply

go 4 W960i... that would be more better i think. don't say the price is high, it has the quality

by Tony, delhi, on Apr 19, 2008 02:53 AM, Report abuse

W910 have only 2 MP camera and only 40 MB internal memory which is not worth for this cost...

by Revathi, chennai, on Jul 09, 2008 05:04 PM, Report abuse

this is very good phone.but the compony is not opening price.

by prince tyagi, meerut, on Jul 02, 2008 11:35 AM, Report abuse Reply

in delhi on 2/7/08 it was 14.7 k, but available only at selective outlets like RPG Cellucom & Sony EXP. Store (just like Nokia priority) ..not on those hotspots or ..others...but i luv this cell..i have w580..another gud one but w890 excels....only flip in this one is ..1. A bit small screen comp. with in its price range 2. Flash..(doesnt matter much to music lover like me)..I think N82 & N78..can be good options..BUT SE RULZ...

by ankit, delhi, on Jul 03, 2008 02:00 PM, Report abuse

How much for this sweetheart??

by Rakesh, Gandhinagar, on Apr 17, 2008 06:02 PM, Report abuse Reply

How wonderful ya, Techtree-its amazing!

by Jinesh.P.R., Mysore, on Apr 17, 2008 03:49 PM, Report abuse Reply

really good ..but its expensive acc to the price..!!!!!!

by SagarDq, MUMABI, on Apr 15, 2008 06:46 PM, Report abuse Reply

very nice,,,,

by Akshed, Kannur, on Apr 15, 2008 06:08 PM, Report abuse Reply

buttons are not so much looking

by guruselvan, mayiladuthurai, on Apr 15, 2008 05:07 PM, Report abuse Reply

Good but price is slightly high.but overall it's very good.

by vijendra, Mumbai, on Apr 15, 2008 12:12 PM, Report abuse Reply

can u tel me what is the price

by Arun, Bangalore, on Apr 15, 2008 02:31 PM, Report abuse

Download songs and pictures

by ANILPRABHA V.P, alappuzha, on Apr 15, 2008 01:24 PM, Report abuse Reply

does it have 3G

by Vijay, Bangalore, on Apr 15, 2008 12:10 PM, Report abuse Reply

some sucker seems to have first time handled a S.E. fone for giving such a high rating... all that he has written is trademark of most S.E. walkman phones... this is indeed a great fone, but the video recording still sucks and i don't think there is a flash in it..... how can it be the best S.E. fone?? leave alone the best fone

by S.E. Fan, Japan, on Apr 14, 2008 11:34 PM, Report abuse Reply

Techtree highest rating for what i think is truly the best mobile fone !! period !

by vijayshimla, Shimla 171001, on Apr 14, 2008 09:51 PM, Report abuse Reply