Sony Ericsson Announce Z780 & G502 HSDPA ‘Stylish & Affordable’ Cell Phones

Subsequent to our post yesterday concerning Sony Ericsson’s new G502 – featuring an image which was released a day earlier than expected - Sony Ericsson have today officially announced both the G502 and its new Z780 HSDPA handsets today, billing them as being ’affordable’ and ‘stylish’ respectively.

According to Martin Winkler, director of global marketing and head of multimedia web at Sony Ericsson, ‘These two phones are quite distinct, yet both have the potential to introduce more users to the world of web on your mobile…Being able to check your email whenever you like or surf the web when on-the-move should not just be the preserve of professionals. The Z780 and the G502 will appeal to anyone juggling a busy life’.

Sony Ericsson Z780 & G502 HSDPA Handset Features:

In touch, on the move

Both the Z780 and the G502 come with the latest version of Google™ Maps for Mobile. This application allows you to view high quality maps that give you a satellite view of the local area and view listings of the restaurants and hotels, complete with any reviews or ratings available. The built-in aGPS functionality of the Z780 means that wherever you are, you’ll always be able to find what you need – whether locating the address of your friend’s party or finding the quickest route to your next meeting. Google™ Maps for Mobile then enables you to receive turn-by-turn directions that help you to find your way without complication.
With the G502, you just enter start and finish locations, and receive point-by-point directions of how to get to your destination. Plugging the GPS Enabler HGE-100 accessory into the phone adds GPS capability here as well, making sure that you need never get lost again.

Easy email, simple setup

Accessing your emails on the Z780 and the G502 couldn’t be more straightforward. An easy-to-follow ‘set-up wizard’ guides you through a series of very easy steps so that your existing webmail account can be directed to your phone. Or if it is push email that you need, then the G502 and Z780 also support Exchange ActiveSync® for your security and complete mobility.

What you want, when you want it

Accessing your favourite websites is now four times faster than with standard 3G (UMTS), thanks to the HSDPA speeds of the Z780 and the G502. If you use one particular website more than others, you can select an RSS (Really Simple Syndication) feed that will give you 1-click access directly to this page from your phone’s desktop. What’s more, the pre-loaded weather forecast application on both of these phones allows you to check the weather before you head out, so you’re sure to be prepared for any unexpected rainstorms.

According to Sony Ericsson’s press release, both the Z780 and the G502 will become available in the second quarter of 08 (so anything in the next few months). No word on suggested pricing.

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