Sony Ericsson G705 review: Slide-o-matic
Gsmarena have posted their review of the Sony Ericsson G705. Here are the key features, main disadvantages and final impression.
Key features:
Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE and HSDPA 7.2 Mbps/tri-band HSDPA for US version
Built-in GPS with A-GPS function, Wayfinder Navigator software, geotagging
Wi-Fi b/g with DLNA and SIP support, Bluetooth (with A2DP), USB v2.0
2.4" 256K-color TFT display
Dedicated hardware music key on top
3.2 MP camera with LED flash,
Enhanced user interface with basic multi-tasking
Illuminated Web shortcut keys
Dedicated Play/Pause music key
Media Center, Smart search, Manage Messages
FM radio with RDS and TrackID
YouTube client
120 MB built-in memory, M2 card support, 1GB included
Main disadvantages:
Cheapo looking materials
No office document viewer
Video recording limited to QVGA resolution at 15fps
M2 card slot is under the battery cover
Guts to stand up to smartphones and utterly self-effacing looks is a nice little twist we guess. It's like the G705 is there saying "Misjudge me, be my guest".
Yes, with a feature set like that, looks are the last thing it needs to boost self-esteem. Actually, if that's how midrange spec sheets are shaping, we dare not imagine what better treats future top devices hold in stock for us. If nothing else, Sony Ericsson G705 deserves credit for pioneering the shift.
But that's exactly why it needs some more personality, we think. It doesn't have to stun onlookers. No need to have GPS, Wi-Fi and HSDPA engraved in gilded letters. The solid skill and good headstart from the main competitor - which is hardly a looker itself - are strong enough assets. We just don't want it to drown in the mass of faceless low and midrange Sony Ericsson sliders. The G705 is just better than that.
Key features:
Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE and HSDPA 7.2 Mbps/tri-band HSDPA for US version
Built-in GPS with A-GPS function, Wayfinder Navigator software, geotagging
Wi-Fi b/g with DLNA and SIP support, Bluetooth (with A2DP), USB v2.0
2.4" 256K-color TFT display
Dedicated hardware music key on top
3.2 MP camera with LED flash,
Enhanced user interface with basic multi-tasking
Illuminated Web shortcut keys
Dedicated Play/Pause music key
Media Center, Smart search, Manage Messages
FM radio with RDS and TrackID
YouTube client
120 MB built-in memory, M2 card support, 1GB included
Main disadvantages:
Cheapo looking materials
No office document viewer
Video recording limited to QVGA resolution at 15fps
M2 card slot is under the battery cover
Guts to stand up to smartphones and utterly self-effacing looks is a nice little twist we guess. It's like the G705 is there saying "Misjudge me, be my guest".
Yes, with a feature set like that, looks are the last thing it needs to boost self-esteem. Actually, if that's how midrange spec sheets are shaping, we dare not imagine what better treats future top devices hold in stock for us. If nothing else, Sony Ericsson G705 deserves credit for pioneering the shift.
But that's exactly why it needs some more personality, we think. It doesn't have to stun onlookers. No need to have GPS, Wi-Fi and HSDPA engraved in gilded letters. The solid skill and good headstart from the main competitor - which is hardly a looker itself - are strong enough assets. We just don't want it to drown in the mass of faceless low and midrange Sony Ericsson sliders. The G705 is just better than that.
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