[Review] Sony Ericsson K810i

[Chrispynutt]

At least with SE, you get the choice of design K800 or K810 and so forth.

[zivan56]

So from what I'm reading the K800 and the K810 are the same apart from the wrapper?surely there's got to be some difference or it wouldn't make sense to release the k810

If you look back a bit, the w800i was physically the same phone as the k750i with a new shell. In fact, you can convert one phone to the other with ease by replacing the firmware.

[+Nik Louch Subscriber²]

At least with SE, you get the choice of design K800 or K810 and so forth.

What manufacturer doesn't give you choice between models?

[+Nik Louch Subscriber²]

So from what I'm reading the K800 and the K810 are the same apart from the wrapper?surely there's got to be some difference or it wouldn't make sense to release the k810

If you look back a bit, the w800i was physically the same phone as the k750i with a new shell. In fact, you can convert one phone to the other with ease by replacing the firmware.

Toss.

The k800 was 100% different hardware to the k750. 100% different firmware to the k750. Hell, even the camera was different.

The k810 is 100% different firmware to the k810 - and the hardware changes are more than cosmetic.

[zivan56]

If you look back a bit, the w800i was physically the same phone as the k750i with a new shell. In fact, you can convert one phone to the other with ease by replacing the firmware.

Toss.

The k800 was 100% different hardware to the k750. 100% different firmware to the k750. Hell, even the camera was different.

The k810 is 100% different firmware to the k810 - and the hardware changes are more than cosmetic.

who mentioned the k800 series? Looks like someone needs to get their glasses checked...

w800i=k750i+bigger memory stick+new case+better headphones

So the w800i was only a cosmetic change to the k750i.

[+Nik Louch Subscriber²]

Sorry, I 100% stand corrected!

[.Neo]

I find those new round buttons extremely annoying to be honest. They bug the hell out of me.

[bbrian017]

Great review. I just got done working for Rogers LOL doing a seasonal christmas run and this was a big hit

[SpRoamer]

The keypad is rather unusual especially for Sony Ericsson with new rounded metallic keys, these are extremely comfortable and easy to press (great for texting). I'm not a fan of joysticks on mobiles and it's the same with the K810i, it feels rather awkward to press and just feels like it's just a matter of time before it breaks. However I've heard little about joystick problems with the K800i I just hope it's the same for this model. The buttons around the joystick are pretty much standard now on Sony Ericsson models with the two select buttons (top left, right) and the back button (bottom left) and 'C' button (bottom right) which is found of virtually every mobile these days. The button on the far right connects you straight to your mobile net homepage and the opposite one on the right opens up the main menu, in my opinion this button could be put to better use. It's just another way to access the menu which can be done by the right select button or even pressing the centre of the joystick.

Thanks for reading.

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Edit 03/06/07 - Found that Play (UK) are selling the K810i on T-Mobile PAYG for ?189.99 which in my opinion is a very reasonable price for this phone even if you have to splash an extra tenner to unlock it. Click the smilie for a direct link :woot:: .

HEy, I've heard that k810i's joystick brings a lot of problems as well... Anyone care to share what are some problems and inconveniences the joystick gives..................:))

[Nicholas-c Veteran]

my bro just got this phone i reckon its alright tbh

[Rappy Veteran]

I said before I like my K800i but I am already planning for my next phone but I know that Sony Ericssons are awesome so I will always choose them over other brands...

[FreqFace]

Got the K810i a couple of months ago, and it really is a great phone. It looks sleek, great UI. I've actually stopped using my MP3 player because the phone music software is very good for a phone.

And I love the buttons, they're easy to use and look awesome. I don't even notice they're any different to be honest, I have no trouble using them.

[Fish]

I got a K810 yesterday having upgraded from a W810. TBH, I wasn't expecting much difference between the two, but I'm happy with it never the less.

I like the bigger screen and resolution. The camera, of course, is much improved. It's certainly the best quality images I've seen from any phone. It's not Walkman branded, but the music player is as good as before. The speakers are not as good, but sound quality through headphones is on par. Bluetooth 2 is present, which means streaming audio - I can connect to the stereo in my car and play songs directly to it. It also acts as a hands-free kit and will pause and resume music if I get a call. I have to say, this was probably the main reason for upgrading.

Some people have commented on the keys. I was dubiuous at first, but I've found them to be really nice to use. One slight critisism is that the numbers and letters are printed to the right of each key, which needs a bit of getting used to if you're not a "touch-txt-er".

In all honesty, my W810 was an excellent phone, and I'd happily recommend it. I couldn't fault it in any way. That said, my K810 improves on it just enough here and there to make it worthwhile.

[peacemf]

ive got the ivory one :)