| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $100.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
GSM / UMTS
|
| Launch | Announced | 2007, June |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 102 x 46 x 14 mm (4.02 x 1.81 x 0.55 in) |
| Weight | 92 g (3.25 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | TFT, 256K colors |
| Size | 2.0 inches, 12.6 cm2 (~26.8% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 176 x 220 pixels (~141 ppi density) | |
| Features | Wallpapers, screensavers | |
| Memory | Card slot | Memory Stick Micro (M2), up to 2 GB |
| Internal | 16MB | |
| Phonebook | 1000 entries, Photocall | |
| Call records | 30 received, dialed and missed calls | |
| Main Camera | Single | 2 MP |
| Video | Yes | |
| Selfie camera | Single | Videocall camera |
| Features | No | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Alert types | Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic, MP3, AAC ringtones | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | 2.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | 2.0 | |
| Features | Features |
MP3/AAC/MP4 player TrackID music recognition Predictive text input Photo editor Organizer Voice memo |
| Messaging | SMS, EMS, MMS, Email | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML(NetFront), RSS feeds | |
| Games | Yes + downloadable | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Po 950 mAh battery (BST-33) |
| Stand-by | Up to 395 h (2G) / Up to 395 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 9 h (2G) / Up to 3 h (3G) | |
| Misc | Colors | Warm Silver, Thunder Black |
| SAR EU | 1.17 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 100 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Sony Ericsson K530
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
- Rudimentary camera sensor designed only for basic snapshot documentation
Built with a steadfast commitment to straightforward utility and rugged durability, the Sony Ericsson K530 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. A rudimentary camera sensor is included for quick, practical snapshots when documenting basic references.
Where this phone truly triumphs is power endurance: sustained by a 950mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Sony Ericsson K530 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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