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Sony Ericsson W995a Walkman Phone

Model number: W995ABLACK
Rated 4.1 out of 5 stars
Treat yourself to unlimited entertainment, 3G speeds and a razor-sharp 8.1 megapixel camera with the compact and stunning Sony Ericsson W995a Walkman™ phone. Includes 100 free music downloads.
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Bringing premium multimedia together in one slick device, the 3G-enabled 16 Sony Ericsson W995ABLACK Walkman™ phone combines an 8.1 megapixel camera and high quality video playback with the clear audio experience of Walkman® player 3.0. The impressive Clear Stereo and Clear Bass technologies combine for an enhanced listening experience while Media Go™ software lets you drag and drop videos, tracks and photos between your phone and your compatible PC18. It's never been easier to transfer, play and organize all of your digital entertainment.

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100 free music downloads21

Receive 100 free music downloads from SonyMusicPass.com when you purchase the W995a from Sony Style. Choose from hundreds of thousands of the world's greatest songs, and start enjoying them on-the-go with your new W995a Walkman™ phone (a PIN is required to access SonyMusicPass.com, and is provided in-the-box with your purchase)21.

Walkman® Player 3.0

Access your music anywhere you go – The W995a is equipped with Walkman® player 3.0 and dedicated music buttons for a true portable music player experience. The Walkman® player supports a variety of audio formats16 and even allows you to access audio books and podcasts20 you have transferred from your compatible computer.

Media Go™ software

Drag, drop, enjoy. Sony's Media Go™ software lets you drag and drop videos, tracks, audio books and photos between your phone and your compatible PC, making it easier than ever to transfer, play and organize all of your digital entertainment18. The Media Go™ software will even convert video and music files to give you the best possible quality on the W995a19.

Wi-Fi® network access15

Wi-Fi® network access15 allows you to access the Internet on compatible personal wireless networks, or public "hot spots," which can be available without charge. Wi-Fi® network access also provides a superior Internet experience over EDGE and 3G16 connections. The W995a supports 802.11b and 802.11g standards15.

Stereo Bluetooth® audio streaming5

Enjoy high quality stereo sound wirelessly5 via stereo Bluetooth®. The stereo Bluetooth® (A2DP) technology in the phone allows you to connect wirelessly to a variety of compatible stereo Bluetooth enabled devices, such as stereo Bluetooth headsets, speakers or stereo receivers5 (sold separately).

Music Recognition3

Who sings that? What was the name of that song? Use TrackID® technology3 to find out the details of the songs you don't recognize. Hold your phone up to the music and get the popular title and popular artist you're grooving to. You can also get the scoop on songs playing on the built-in FM radio9.

2.6" display screen12

View videos in high quality on the bright, clear 2.6" display12. The full graphic QVGA 262k color screen enhances viewing and facilitates high quality multimedia and entertainment.

Web Feeds3

Not only does W995a offer RSS feeds in combination with the Internet browser3, it also offers a Web feeds ticker3 that provides the news headlines you subscribe to from the desktop.

Flight Mode

Flight mode allows the phone to turn on with all of the phone radio transceivers inactive. While in flight mode certain functions such as games, the calendar and the music player are available. Bluetooth® wireless technology5 is available in Flight mode.

8.1 Megapixel camera

Take dazzling pictures with an 8.1 Megapixel camera. In fact, you can use the W995a camera just like you would a stand-alone camera - holding it horizontally with the screen acting as your viewfinder. It is loaded with imaging features more commonly found in stand-alone cameras, such as dedicated camera buttons, Auto Focus, Photo flash, image stabilization, a 16x digital zoom, Face Detection and BestPic® technologies, and auto rotation of images (for switching between portrait and landscape orientations), making it easy to forget that the W995a is also your phone.

Video to go

Watch the action on the bright, clear 2.6" screen12. Set the phone on its built-in stand and take in the superb views and sublime sounds while you pump up the volume on the powerful built-in stereo speakers. When you transfer or download3 videos to the phone you will be ready to enjoy hours4 of mobile entertainment anywhere you go.

3G16

The 3rd generation of mobile phone communications, 3G represents a significant improvement in data transfer and download speeds over EDGE, the previous generation16. W995a is 3G enabled for tri-band HSPA (850/1900/2100 MHz). Please check with your preferred carrier for 3G service plans, frequency band requirements and to obtain 3G enabled SIM cards16.

GPS & location based services3

Find your location and get directions to your next destination3 with the preloaded Google Maps™ application17. The GPS also supports geo tagging of your photos so you can use the Google Maps™ application to view where the photos were taken3.

Listen your way

Choose the way you listen to music on the W995a – use the built-in stereo speakers or connect stereo headphones using any of the three available methods (3.5mm headset jack, Fast port connector, or wireless stereo Bluetooth® connection5).

Shake control

Control your music selection in a quick and fun way with Shake control. Simply shake the phone to shuffle the playlist, jump to another song or control select gaming functions.

Video camera

The camera on W995a captures video recordings and saves them to the phone or on a memory card. Video clips can be shared with friends and family via MMS7, email3 or other compatible transfer methods such as Bluetooth® wireless technology5.

Gaming

W995a comes preloaded with a variety of games, including 3D and motion control games for your enjoyment. Join a band in Guitar Rock Tour™, bowl for strikes with motion control bowling or stave off boredom with any of the other entertaining gaming options.

Entertainment Unlimited

Your entertainment options are nearly limitless – capture photos, listen to music, view videos, or access the Internet3, and do it all on one high quality, compact mobile device. To ensure you maximize your entertainment options, Sony also includes premium headphones, an 8GB1 Memory Stick Micro™ media and a USB connector cable in the box.

Clear audio experience

Enhance the way you listen to music with a clear audio experience from Sony Ericsson. Clear Stereo technology reduces left and right channel leakage for superior stereo sound. Clear Bass technology adds sharp, dynamic bass with minimal distortion. And the included premium headphones ensure you enjoy the best audio quality possible. Listen to music on the go just as if you were sitting in your very own music studio.

YouTube™ compatible

A specialized YouTube™ application on the W995a makes it easy to watch your favorite YouTube™ videos over and over again3. You can also upload3 videos of those "can't miss" moments for a broader audience to see. Your phone is YouTube™ compatible.

Digital Living Network Alliance

DLNA®. View or play the images and music stored on your phone through other DLNA® devices, such as a TV, PC or PLAYSTATION®315. So connect, sit down, and enjoy. W995a has a built-in DLNA server that connects to select Wi-Fi® networks15. Other DLNA devices connected to the same network can then access the content on the W995a.

True Stereo Experience

Listen to music or the sound from your videos through the built-in stereo speakers. Feel free to enjoy your music with friends or pass the time listening to your favorite tracks. Additionally, W995a offers a Stereo widening effect, which improves the stereo sound experience when listening to music through a stereo Bluetooth® headset5 (sold separately), external stereo speakers (sold separately) or stereo headphones.

FM Radio9

There is music in the air - just tune in and enjoy. The W995a has a built-in stereo FM radio with presets, auto search and manual search. The included handsfree headset is used as an antenna and is required to operate the FM radio.

Track your training

Using GPS3, the Tracker application in the W995a tracks the distance you walk/run during workouts, and counts the calories you burn along the way13. For indoor workouts, the Walk Mate application counts your steps and calories burned as well.

Mobile blogging3

Share your photos quickly and easily. Send photos and videos from your phone to your personal blog via the Internet3, allowing easy access for people to view and comment on them.

Product Specifications

Convenience

  • Airplane Mode : YES
  • Alarm : Alarm Clock
  • Calculator : YES
  • Calendar : YES
  • Fitness Application : YES (Tracker13 and Walk Mate)
  • GPS : YES3 & Google™ Maps preloaded for self navigation17
  • Geo tagging : YES (geo data from cell-id)3
  • Menu Options : Icon desktop & Navigation pad
  • Message Folder(s) : SMS7, Chat View, MMS7, Push E-mail3, Predictive text input, Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®3, Instant Messaging3, sound recorder
  • Notes : YES
  • Remote Control Functions : YES via Bluetooth® technology5
  • Speakerphone : YES
  • Stopwatch : YES
  • Tasks : YES
  • Timer Clock : YES
  • Vibrating Alert : YES

General

  • Compatibiity : Sony Ericsson unlocked mobile phones are compatible with select GSM providers around the world6.
  • Data Transfer Rate : GSM, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSPA

Hardware

  • Camera : 8.1 megapixel with Auto Focus, up to 16x digital zoom, photo flash, video light, Face Detection technology, image and video stablizer, BestPic®, Photo fix, PictBridge® printing, PhotoDJ®, Picture & video blogging3, Photo feeds, Shoot mode (normal, panorama, frames, Smile Shutter™, night mode), Self-timer, Effects (negative, sepia, black & white, solarize), Auto rotation of photos
  • Stand : Built-in stand for sound & video viewing

Network Features

  • Bluetooth® Technology : Bluetooth® 2.0 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate)5
  • DLNA Content : built-in DLNA server
  • Wireless LAN : Wi-Fi 802.11b/g15

Speaker

  • Type : Stereo speakers

Audio

  • Format(s) Supported : 3GP, AAC, MP4, M4A, MP3, AMR, AMR-WB, WAV, SMF, iMelody, XMF, WMA
  • Music Player : Walkman® player 3.0 with album art
  • Tuner Type : FM Radio with RDS9

Display

  • Resolution : 240x 320 pixels
  • Screen Size : 2.6 inches12 (QVGA)

General Features

  • Supported Network(s) : UMTS10/HSPA 850/1900/2100, GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/19006

Inputs and Outputs

  • 3.5mm Audio Jack : YES
  • USB Port(s) : YES (Fast port connector)

Power

  • Battery Life (Approx) : Talk time: up to 9hrs4, Standby time: up to 385hrs4 Music Listening time: up to 25 hrs4 (on GSM)
  • Battery Type : 3.6V, 950 mAh, Lithium Polymer

Video

  • Format(s) Supported : MP4 (video: MPEG-4, audio: AAC, AAC+ or eAAC+), 3GPP™, WMV
  • Playback : Video player
  • Video Streaming : YES6 (not supported in US)
  • Video Telephony : YES6 (not supported in US)

Audio Features

  • Clear Bass : YES
  • Clear Stereo : YES
  • Ringtones : Music tones (MP3/AAC), Polyphonic 72, MusicDJ™, VideoDJ™, TrackID™ technology3, PlayNow™ 5.0 (not supported in US)3, SensMe™11
  • Shake Control : YES
  • Stereo Bluetooth® Capability : Bluetooth® Audio Streaming [A2DP/AVRCP]5

Display Features

  • Auto Rotate : YES (built-in accelerometer)
  • Caller ID : YES
  • Screen Color : 262K TFT Color Screen

Graphics

  • Format(s) Supported : JPEG, GIF, BMP, PNG, SVG, WBMP

Memory

  • External Memory : Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™) media
  • Internal Memory : 118MB2 internal memory, 8GB1 Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™) media

Software

  • Gaming : Java™, 3D, Motion Control Gaming
  • Internet Services : Access NetFront™ 3.4 web browser with RSS3
  • Other Preloaded Applications : YouTube™3, Sound Sensor, WF Navigator, Rock Bobblehead, Music Quiz, Voice FX, Cam Plus, Comeks Strips, Music Mate 5, Walk Mate
  • Preloaded Games : Bowling (motion), Bubble Town, Diamond Islands, Guitar Rock Tour™, NitroStreet Racing (motion), Playman Extreme Running, Real Football 2008

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 97 x 49 x 15mm
  • Weight (Approx.) : 113g

In the Box

  • Sony Ericsson Stereo Portable Handsfree Headset (HPM-77)
  • Sony Media Go™ Experience software
  • Sony Ericsson Battery (BST-38)
  • 8GB Memory Stick Micro™ media (M2™)1
  • PC Synchronization software (Sony Ericsson PC Suite 5.0)
  • Sony Ericsson Charger (CST-75)
  • USB Cable (DCU-65)
  • User documentation

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W995ABLACK 4.1 5 7 8
Marriage of Walkman and Cybershot Rocks Use ATT network in central pennsylvania and wanted a high end sony ericsson. had the c905a but no wifi, threaded messaging, or high quality sound features. I recomend this phone to anyone on the ATT network! I have used all the brands and Sony Ericsson deliverys with excellent call quality, reception, and reliability! I have had the z750a, w760a, g705, and w518a. glad sony added the brushed aluminum! ATT is working on 3g 7.2 and this phone is compatible on it! While other companies pop out phones left and right sony ericsson seems to make phones that will last with high quality. i will never go back to verizon because sony ericsson's are for gsm only! the world wide technology! December 22, 2009
expansive piece of junk camera lighting is poor dispite 8 megapixal, don't let the numbers fool you. the browser is so hard to use without touch screen. not worth the price. Every sony phone released in the states is like half a year behind the rest of the world like the x1a and satio this year. w995a is the last phone I'll buy from sony. sony doesn't really value America market and only release old stuff in the states. November 18, 2009
Awesome Phone The W995 is an awesome all on one device. I like the size of the phone (very small and light) and the quality of the video and picture content is bright and crisp. The 8.1 megapixel camera is easy to use, my friends actually thought it was a camera not a phone when taking pictures. The picture quality is incredible. Sharing photo's from my W995 with my Sony Bravia TV is a piece of cake, I'm able to view all the pictures on my W995 with my TV since both devices are connected to my home network. I recommend using MediaGo if you plan on importing videos and music because the W995 does not support all codecs, MediaGo will convert the file so the files play perfectl. The stand on the W995 is convenient for watching videos. I also enjoy the ability to make any music file on the phone a ringtone. October 16, 2009
Great phone!!! I've owned the W995 for about a month and a half. I got it to replace my Xperia X1 which was less than exciting. The 8MP camera is very impressive. It takes good high resolution pictures especially in bright light. I havent used the walkman feature because I have an iPod. I bought the phone mainly for it's 8MP camera and I am not disappointed. The sliding mechanism has a very positive smooth feel. The accelerometer works flawlessly every time. The look and feel of the brushed metal face plate is top quality. The key pad is on the small side, so I recommend checking out the phone in person before buying. I wish we had the silver version too. I would've been back to purchase that color too. September 18, 2009
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1. 7.35GB available. A portion of the memory is used for data management functions.

2. Actual free memory may vary due to phone pre-configuration.

3. Compatible data service plan and network coverage required. Additional charges may apply. See service provider.

4. Actual battery life will vary based on network, product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions.

5. Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices vary.

6. Check with a service provider for network service availability, handset feature support, and any applicable charges and requirements for services and features.

7. Standard text & picture messaging rates apply.

8. Weights and measurements are approximate and may vary.

9. Included handsfree headset is required to operate FM radio.

10. UMTS functionality of this device may not be supported in U.S. Check with your service provider to determine frequency support and network coverage for this device.

11. Requires that songs are moved to the phone with the Media Manager PC program.

12. Viewable area measured diagonally.

13. Information provided by use of the Tracker application is approximate. GPS functionality may not be available in all areas.

14. GSM network with compatible radio band required. Not available in all countries. Local SIM card required to make local calls, sold separately. Check with a service provider for details.

15. Requires a compatible 802.11b/g access point. Some functionality may require Internet services.

16. This device is 3G enabled for tri-band HSPA (850/1900/2100 MHz). Please check with your preferred carrier for 3G service plans, frequency band requirements and to obtain 3G enabled SIM cards. Some features, applications, and services may not be available in all areas.

17. The online map service is currently provided courtesy of Google, and is subject to change or termination without notice. Map detail is limited in some areas.

18. Media Go™ software supports the following file formats. AUDIO: 3gp, .flac, .m4a, .m4b, .mp4, .mp3, .wav, .wmv (some formats require QuickTime codec). VIDEO: 3gp, *.avi, .mv4, .mp4, .mov, .qt, .wmv (some formats require QuickTime codec). IMAGE: .bmp, .gif, .jpg, .jpeg, .png, .tga, .tif, .tiff (some formats require QuickTime codec). Other media files in your library that are supported by your device but Media Go™ does not play are categorized as “Other Files.” These files are available to transfer to your device by Media Go, but are not re-encoded and not playable by Media Go: .3ga, .aac, .amr, .awb, .imy, .ra, .rm, .mid, .svg, .swf, .xmf. *Note: Some encoding formats, such as DivX, Xvid, and MJPEG, use an .avi file extension. Support for files encoded with these formats may require that you have the appropriate MPEG-4 video codecs installed on your computer.

19. Media Go software transcodes supported file formats to MP4 with AAC audio codec.

20. W995a supports the following audio/video file formats. AUDIO: MP3, WMA, AAC/AAC+/Enhanced AAC+ in ADIF/ADTS, MP4/M4A, 3GP, WAV. VIDEO: MP4, 3GP, WMV.

21. Redeeming the 100 free music downloads requires a PIN number that is supplied in the box of eligible products. Offer valid on purchases of a new X Series Sony Walkman player, new Sony Ericsson W995a mobile phone, or new Sony Ericsson W705a mobile phone. PIN numbers and unused free music downloads associated with Offer expire July 1, 2011. Offer is not transferable. Sony reserves the right to request additional information to validate a claim, making it subject to U.S. postal regulations. Offer void where prohibited, taxed or restricted by law. Offer valid only in the United States, excluding territories. Offer not valid on refurbished or open-box returned products.

Screen images displayed are simulated or enhanced. © 2009 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, Sony Style, Walkman, Cyber-shot, like.no.other, and their logos, Memory Stick Duo, and Memory Stick Micro, M2, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick, Media Go, Clear Photo LCD Plus and Altus are trademarks of Sony. The Liquid Identity logo, BestPic, PlayNow, VideoDJ, PhotoDJ, MusicDJ, TrackID and Style-up are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB. Ericsson is a trademark or registered trademark of Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson. TrackID is powered by Gracenote Mobile MusicID. Gracenote and Gracenote Mobile MusicID are trademarks of Gracenote Inc. Picture blogging is powered by Blogger™. Blogger is a trademark or registered trademark of Google Inc. Google is a registered trademark of Google Inc. Java and all Java-based trademarks and logos are trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the United States and other countries. The Bluetooth word mark and logo are trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Ericsson is under license. Opera is a trademark or registered trademark of Opera Software ASA. NetFront™ is a trademark or registered trademark of ACCESS Co. Ltd. Micrsoft is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Wayfinder and Wayfinder Navigator are trademarks or registered trademarks of Wayfinder Systems AB. Adobe and Photoshop album are trademarks or registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. PictBridge is a trademark or registered trademark of Canon Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation. Wireless Village is trademark or registered trademark of Open Mobile Alliance LTD. ©2007-2009 Gameloft. All Rights Reserved. Gameloft and the Gameloft logo are trademarks of Gameloft in the US and other countries. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © 2009 Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications (USA) Inc. All rights reserved. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary. Music tracks and albums displayed are for demonstration purposes only and are not included. Sony is not responsible for typographic and printing errors.

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