| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $750.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
GSM
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| Launch | Announced | 2001, Q4 |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 91 x 50 x 25 mm, 90 cc (3.58 x 1.97 x 0.98 in) |
| Weight | 95 g (3.35 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | Grayscale graphic, 4 shades |
| Resolution | 96 x 92 pixels, 6 lines, 1:1 ratio | |
| Features | Advanced Jog Dial (5D) Wallpaper download | |
| Platform | OS | Android v13 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) | |
| GPU | Adreno 740 | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Phonebook | 500 | |
| Call records | 10 dialed, 10 received, 10 missed calls | |
| Features | Keeps fax and email for phonebook entries Message templates Several phonebook groups 20 SMS messages in phone | |
| Main Camera | Triple | 1440x3200 px (QHD+) |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 7680x4320, 3840x2160, 1920x1080 | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 50 MP f/1.8, Wide Angle, Primary Camera, 50 MP f/2.5, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera, 13 MP f/2.3 |
| Video | 1920x1080 | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Features | SMS with sounds and pictures Ringtones can be assigned to phonebook entries | |
| Alert types | Downloadable polyphonic ringtones | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | No | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| Features | Features | Predictive text input Organizer Voice Memo |
| Messaging | SMS, Email | |
| Browser | WAP, HTML (MS) | |
| Clock | Yes | |
| Alarm | Yes | |
| Games | Yes | |
| Java | No | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Po battery |
| Charging | 200W wired, PD3.0, 100% in 10 min (advertised) | |
| Stand-by | 135 h - 240 h | |
| Talk time | 3 h - 5 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Black, Green, White (BMW M branding) |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Sony CMD Z7
Advantages
- Outstanding multi-day or week-long standby battery longevity between charges
- Tactile physical alphanumeric keypad providing positive-click dialing and messaging
- Tough, drop-resilient casing engineered to withstand everyday accidental drops
- Streamlined, distraction-free mobile experience dedicated strictly to core calling and SMS
Disadvantages
- Restricted to fundamental calling and text functions without modern app store ecosystems
- Compact non-touch display with modest resolution and limited viewing angles
- No integrated camera hardware for photo or video capture
Built with a steadfast commitment to straightforward utility and rugged durability, the Sony CMD Z7 stands as a dependable voice and text communicator. Featuring an ergonomic handheld footprint and a tactile physical alphanumeric keypad, the phone ensures swift, error-free dialing and messaging with positive physical key travel.
Operating without the bloated overhead of complex modern operating systems, the device delivers instant, lag-free responsiveness. Speaker acoustics are loud and punchy, ensuring clear voice call intelligibility even in bustling outdoor environments. The distraction-free design dispenses with unnecessary camera hardware, focusing purely on call clarity and battery longevity.
Where this phone truly triumphs is power endurance: sustained by a highly efficient battery cell, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Sony CMD Z7 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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