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Sony Ericsson Satio / Idou / Ui1

 

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  • User Score (1255)
    7.5 7.5 from 1255 reviewers
  • Expert Score (45)
    7.7 7.7 from 45 reviewers
  • Design (81)
    6.0 6.0 from 81 reviewers
  • Value for money (94)
    5.0 5.0 from 94 reviewers
  • Features (156)
    5.7 5.7 from 156 reviewers
  • Ease of use (58)
    5.3 5.3 from 58 reviewers
  • Performance (4)
    6.2 6.2 from 4 reviewers
  • Sound quality (3)
    7.7 7.7 from 3 reviewers
  • Picture quality (14)
    6.0 6.0 from 14 reviewers
  • Sound (13)
    5.7 5.7 from 13 reviewers
  • Durability (10)
    6.4 6.4 from 10 reviewers
  • Reliability (10)
    5.7 5.7 from 10 reviewers
  • Overall quality (67)
    5.3 5.3 from 67 reviewers
  • Looks (20)
    6.3 6.3 from 20 reviewers
  • Battery performance (56)
    4.6 4.6 from 56 reviewers
  • Display (48)
    6.7 6.7 from 48 reviewers
  • Weight (12)
    5.6 5.6 from 12 reviewers
  • Reception (9)
    5.8 5.8 from 9 reviewers
  • Ergonomics (11)
    6.1 6.1 from 11 reviewers
  • Connectivity (2)
    7.4 7.4 from 2 reviewers
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  • Score Distribution

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5-6
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Users:
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7-8
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5-6
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3-4
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. What Digital Camera

    What Digital Camera
    8.9/10
    29 November 2009

    The Sony Ericsson Satio is a high-spec cameraphone, with an impressive 12.1MP and useful camera functionality also on hand. Read more

    • Large touchscreen, dedicated camera buttons
    • Slow focus, image noise in most situations

  2. PhoneArena.com

    PhoneArena.com
    12 November 2011

    Finally, we´ve got the in our hands! Well, this is not a final, retail unit, but rather an early prototype. That is why we are coming up with a preview, without passing final judgment. Read more

  3. Bright Hub

    Bright Hub
    8.8/10
    13 May 2011

    The Sony Ericsson Satio is an excellent phone with great features. In this review, we look under the hood and explore all the features on offer. Read more

  4. GSM Arena

    GSM Arena
    27 October 2009

    Sony Ericsson need a winner right now and the Satio is the phone carrying the torch. It's equipped with a 12-megapixel camera, which puts it in an elite club. Read more

  5. CNET

    CNET
    8.0/10
    13 October 2009

    While we'd want to fall in love with the Satio, in reality, we couldn't bring ourselves to. It's not so much due to the device, but the software it runs on. Read more

    • Good image quality, RoadSync for synchronizing with Exchange server, large, vibrant touchscreen, Xenon and LED flashes, great Web browser, bundled Wisepilot navigation software, 8GB microSDHC card.
    • Proprietary audio/PC connector, no bundled 3.5mm adapter, inconsistent S60 5th edition user interface.

  6. CNET

    CNET
    7.0/10
    9 June 2010

    The Sony Ericsson Satio packs in a lot of multimedia power, particularly in the camera department, but it also has a number of annoyances. You can get a better overall experience with other handsets and for a lot less. Read more

    • The Sony Ericsson Satio rocks a 12.1-megapixel camera with advanced editing options and video recording. The Symbian-based phone offers 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and full e-mail support. The Walkman-style music player is also ...
    • The Satio uses Sony Ericsson's proprietary port for the USB connector and headset. The Web browser is a little clunky to navigate, and the Symbian user interface has some inconsistencies.

  7. fwd.channel5.com

    6.0/10
    27 October 2009

    Despite its premium pricetag and much-hyped media skills, the Sony Ericsson Satio is a rather run-of-the-mill mobile notable only for its superb 12MP camera. Read more

    • The Satio features the finest ever camera we've seen on a mobile phone. Its 12MP sensor, coupled with a Xenon flash, delivers fantastic shots whether you're outdoors in the daytime or sat in a dimly-lit pub.
    • Sadly, in other respects the Satio comes off as distinctly average. The Symbian UI doesn't work well with the touchscreen, and you need to poke surprisingly firmly to get a response. Then there are the confusing, labyrinth...

  8. reviewexplorer.com

    24 August 2011

    Sony Ericsson’s new smart-phone is infuriatingly self-divisive. One half of me is saying “yeah!” due to the excellent camera and great sounding music player (once you’ve lost the rubbish headphones), but the resistive... Read more

  9. fonehome.co.uk

    8.0/10
    25 August 2011

    A fantastic all–rounder with all the best features you’d expect, the Sony Ericsson Satio is a warhorse of a mobile Read more

    • No other phone around can match that 12.1-megapixel sensor (apart from the Pixon12)
    • Low-light shots could be better

  10. Register Hardware

    Register Hardware
    7.0/10
    31 January 2010

    The Satio isn't a bad phone, although it has its frustrating moments. But with the price so high and the contracts so unappealing, there are plenty of better options available. Read more

  • User Reviews

  1. An amazing all around phone and camera you can't beat

    Amazon
    10/10
    Reviewer: Jon Dragics "JD", Amazon
    28 November 2011

    This phone is incredible, really. It's a smartphone but it does not use Android, so know that. It records video, takes truly amazing pictures and has a superb lens on it, which is key. Read more

  2. one of the best....if not the best.

    J&R
    10/10
    Reviewer: chaosdiminsion, J&R
    2 June 2010

    I was never one to rely on phones to be the accessories that go with my average day. Once you get this phone, you'll wonder how you ever lived without it. Read more

    • Durable, Easy Buttons and Controls, Easy To Use, Lightweight, Neat Features, Strong Signal

  3. "the best sony ericsson smartphone"

    CNET
    7.0/10
    Reviewer: berniemac65, CNET
    12 October 2010

    THIS IS ONE OF MY FAVORITES EVER. BEAUTIFUL DESIGN , NON GENERIC SHAPE, SHINING DETAILS. REALLY A BEAUTY. AND IT'S AN EXCELLENT PHONE ( I MEAN CALLING). Read more

    • BEAUTIFUL DESIGN AND QUALITY. NON GENERIC LIKE OTHER BRANDS FROM THE RISING SUN. GREAT CAMERA, GOOD FLASH, LENS HOOD , GOOD PHONE SIGNAL, ITUNES COMP WITH SONY SOFTWARE,
    • LACK OF USB AND MINI PLUG CONNECTORS, NON SCRATCH RESISTANT SCREEN (A MUST BE TODAY) ,NON ACCURATE TOUCH SCREEN ( IPHONE 4 GOLD STANDARD) , SYMBIAN WAS THE BEST OS, WAS, NOTHING TO DO WITH IPHONE OS OR ANDROID .,

  4. After a month using this phone

    CNET
    9.0/10
    Reviewer: CNET
    27 July 2010

    After a month using this phone, I decided to write a simple review about it. Starting with its pro point, this phone were packed with "no-need of introduction" 12mp camera, along with capability to shoot video in 480p... Read more

    • Brilliant display, responsive touchscreen, great camera
    • Quite bulky in size

  5. Sony Ericsson Satio Cell Phone Review

    10/10
    Reviewer: aluxian, epinions.com
    3 January 2010

    First of all: I saw another review, and I even heard from other people that the Satio is a very bad Read more

    • good camera and touchscreen, best OS, stylish and elegant look, WiFi, aGPS capabilites
    • touchscreen catches fingerprints and you can easily scratch it

  6. Sony Ericsson Satio Cell Phone Review

    epinions.com
    10/10
    Reviewer: aluxian, epinions.com
    7 January 2010

    First of all: I saw another review, and I even heard from other people that the Satio is a very bad Read more

    • good camera and touchscreen, best OS, stylish and elegant look, WiFi, aGPS capabilites
    • touchscreen catches fingerprints and you can easily scratch it

  7. CNET

    CNET
    6.0/10
    Reviewer: sofija, CNET
    2 November 2011

    can someone seriously tell me what to do,,it's like my touchscreen is not-stop pressing by itsself, and sometimes it even doesn't work! The phone is two years old and i still love it and don't want an other! Read more

    • the camera, the screen will not damage by my nails, and the amount of memory you can put on it.
    • touchscreen :S

  8. Sony Ericsson Satio - Fabulous Camera Phone!!

    8.0/10
    Reviewer: ChemicalRomance, Ciao
    9 August 2010

    Since I have had my little Satio for nine months now, I feel I have had it long enough to be able to give it a detailed review from my long experience of it, and trust me it has had it's moments. Read more

    • Fantastic Camera, and Running system..
    • The lack of applications!

  9. Almost Perfect!!!

    HandCellPhone
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: mystery, HandCellPhone
    23 May 2009

    im just browsing d net bowt d lat8st phones but it so nice to know this syt.. it was a coincidence... i wanna comment on the features of the phone.. Read more

  10. Sony Ericsson Satio

    CNET
    6.0/10
    Reviewer: BenjaminO, CNET
    15 January 2010

    I found the hardware to be pretty top shelf. However the performance issues and just plain chunky user experience from the OS leaves me disappointed, In particular the audio playback's ad lib and frustrating volume control. Read more

    • Camera, Screen resolution

  • WikiFreak Description

Sony Ericsson IDOU

The IDOU has a 3.5 inch 16:9 ratio widescreen display and support 16 million colours, PlayNowTM, Turbo or Wi-FiTM and a 12.1 megapixel camera, with intuitive touch focus and Xenon flash. It also comes with a media player. Sony Ericsson notes on its IDOU website that the name for this handset may be subject to change when it is officially launched. Showcased at the Mobile World Congress, Sony Ericsson’s IDOU is far from complete, the phone has VGA-resolution resistive touchscreen, …

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Sony Ericsson IDOU

The IDOU has a 3.5 inch 16:9 ratio widescreen display and support 16 million colours, PlayNowTM, Turbo or Wi-FiTM and a 12.1 megapixel camera, with intuitive touch focus and Xenon flash. It also comes with a media player. Sony Ericsson notes on its IDOU website that the name for this handset may be subject to change when it is officially launched. Showcased at the Mobile World Congress, Sony Ericsson’s IDOU is far from complete, the phone has VGA-resolution resistive touchscreen, instead of a capative one, Symbian Foundation OS, a sliding lens cover, and an onboard suite of photo-editing applications that allow users to tweak shots on-device. The touchscreen is used for spot-focus selection and Sony Ericsson’s Walkman-style media application with support for the Bluetooth A2DP wireless stereo profile.

Features

The IDOU features a UI touch interface on the 640 x 360 screen, with the ability to move between applications registering almost no lag at all. It has features that allow users to set different panels at the top of the home screen, and swiping left and right navigates to pictures and contacts. The contacts can be customised to allow users to quickly view favourites. The home screen will also always keep a part of the media player open as well, enabling music or video playback while answering a call on the phone. The phone will use an M2 Memory card to offer expansion. The IDOU will also feature PlayNow TM and the MediaGoTM software which will allow users to sync between devices on a home server.

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  • Manufacturer's Description

  • Tap to focus - The 12.1-megapixel camera with Xenon flash and intuitive touch focus gives you stunning, high-resolution shots you’ll want to blow up big and keep.
  • Magic touch - With the Sony Ericsson Satio™ phone, all your favorite stuff is just a touch away. Tap directly into TV series, mobile videos, podcasts and music via the ingenious full-touch media menu on this amazing entertainment phone.
  • Widescreen wonder - Feast your eyes on films and images in 16 mill…

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