| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $120.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 150 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA
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| Launch | Announced | 2009, May. Released 2009, October |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 104 x 50 x 15.5 mm (4.09 x 1.97 x 0.61 in) |
| Weight | 134 g (4.73 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | TFT |
| Size | 3.0 inches, 24.6 cm2 (~47.4% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 240 x 432 pixels (~165 ppi density) | |
| Features | Limited touchscreen functionality | |
| Platform | OS | Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional, upgradable to Windows Mobile 6.5 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM7200A | |
| CPU | 528 MHz ARM 11 | |
| GPU | Adreno 130 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included |
| Internal | 55MB | |
| Phonebook | 1000 x 20 fields, Photo call | |
| Call records | 30 received, dialed and missed calls | |
| Main Camera | Single | 8.1 MP, AF |
| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | 480p@30fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | VGA videocall camera |
| Features | No | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, DLNA |
| Bluetooth | 2.1, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS; Wayfinder Navigator | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer |
| Features |
Remote play for Playstation 3 Photo editor Organizer Voice memo SensMe Predictive text input |
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| Messaging | SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/HTML (NetFront 3.5), RSS reader | |
| Games | Yes, incl. motion-based + downloadable | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Po 1000 mAh battery |
| Stand-by | Up to 380 h (2G) / Up to 367 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 13 h (2G) / Up to 4 h 30 min (3G) | |
| Music play | Up to 31 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Obsidian Black, Luminous White |
| SAR | 1.00 W/kg (head) 0.95 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.74 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 120 EUR | |
| Our Tests | Camera | Photo |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 66dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 75dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -81.4dB / Crosstalk -80.2dB |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Sony Ericsson Aino
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 Aino 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 1000mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Sony Ericsson Aino is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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