C905 - A look at the ‘other’ features

OK - so we’ve already had a look at the key features on the Sony Ericsson C905 such as the Camera, GPS and WI-FI. Read on for an insight into the ‘other’ features that some may or may not consider less important. As ever, let us know what you think by dropping a comment at the bottom of this article.

TrackID^TM

TrackID^TM enables the user to identify a track playing on the built-in radio, or a track playing in the room using their Sony Ericsson C905. A few seconds of the song is sampled, the C905 then connects to an online database, which identifies the song and returns title, artist and album information.

Stereo widening

The Stereo Widening effects on the C905 improve the sound experience when listening to music through a stereo Bluetooth headset, external stereo speakers or a stereo portable handsfree.

Video camera

The Sony Ericsson C905 camera captures a video recording and saves it in the phone or on a memory card. A video clip can be shared as a picture message or email with friends and family or using any available transfer method, such as Bluetooth^TM wireless technology. The C905 supports QVGA size video recording.

Web feeds

A built-in RSS (Really Simple Syndication) Reader is used in combination with the Internet browser on the C905. When browsing, frequently updated content such as news headlines or podcasts can be received as feeds.

Web feeds ticker

News headlines you subscribe to can be shown in standby using Web feeds on the C905.

HTML Web browser support

Browse the Internet using your Sony Ericsson C905 and look at Web sites in a different way with Access NetFront^TM 3.4 - an HTML browser which supports a complete Web standard suite.

Photo tags

Navigate through your captured photos and thousands of downsized photos transferred from your computer to your C905. View captured photos and video clips in an intuitive timeline view. Play animated slide shows with music and different moods. Tag your photos to find them faster. The built-in sensor in the camera ensures that all photos are rotated correctly.

PictBridge^TM - Camera printing

Print photos from the C905 using the USB cable directly to a printer, without a computer or photo editing software.

TV out support

TV out can be used to connect your C905 to a TV so that you can show and share your photos on a big screen. Photos will be shown in VGA size. The TV-Out Cable ITC-60 (sold separately) is necessary to connect your phone to the TV.

Push email

The C905 supports push email, a method of pushing new email messages automatically to mobile devices. Push email increases mobile email usability, with email being delivered in the background (similar to SMS or MMS).

Media

A unique Sony Ericsson C905 media experience. All media can be accessed directly from the desktop. Navigate seamlessly through captured photos and video clips, pictures, photo tags, music, videos and more.

Music player

Located in Media on the C905. Play downloaded music and audio. The navigation system enables you, for example, to browse through your favourite tracks and create simple playlists.

Sony Ericsson C905 Media Manager

Music, photo and video clip management software is available on the CD included in the kit. Transfer music, video clips and photos to and from your Sony Ericsson C905. Search for and select music on your computer or audio CDs and convert your existing audio tracks to formats suitable for mobile use before transferring them to your phone. You can also subscribe to feeds such as video and music podcasts.

Sony Ericsson PlayNow^TM 5.0

A unique and easy-to-use direct-link for downloading ringtones, full track music, games, themes and wallpapers to your C905. PlayNow^TM offers best-selling content for mobile download. Users can preview content on their C905 before purchase. Users have access to a catalogue of millions of tracks from both international and local labels. By combining the PlayNow^TM catalogue with unique applications like TrackID^TM users are presented with a My TrackID^TM list and TrackID^TM Charts by country, created by TrackID^TM users around the world. These charts are based on what songs other users are searching for and want to hear the most. PlayNow^TM supports MP3 and Windows Media DRM file formats for music.

Sony Ericsson PlayNow^TM uncut

PlayNow^TM uncut is a promotional site for introducing new and developing artists. PlayNow^TM uncut includes full track music, videos, gig schedules and information about the stars of tomorrow. PlayNow^TM uncut provides consumers with the possibility to discover new music which otherwise might pass them by. At the same time, the site offers artists and songwriters the opportunity to have their music heard by millions of consumers.

Gaming

Gaming is a very popular feature in mobile phones. Shake or tilt the Sony Ericsson C905 to control gaming functions. Two action keys have been added to intensify the experience. With Java^TM, users can download new games and skill levels to their C905 to further enhance their entertainment experience.

Java^TM

Use your Sony Ericsson C905 to download additional applications which are information and entertainment-based. This gives users a chance to personalise the functions and features in their C905, and developers the opportunity to create new applications . Java Platform 8.4.0 (JP-8.4.0), supports a range of new Java programming features including instant messaging (chat) and presence-based functionality, handling banking, payment transactions, user identification and authentication through secure encryption technology.

Bluetooth^TM wireless technology

Several devices (simultaneous Bluetooth^TM wireless technology connections) can be connected up to 10 metres (33 feet) away using Bluetooth wireless technology. For example, when your Sony Ericsson C905 rings, it can be answered with a Bluetooth headset, and images can be sent to another phone at the same time. Several mobile phones can take part in a Bluetooth wireless technology-supported game and the phone and a computer can exchange data such as images, video clips, vCards, music files and calendar data. Bluetooth wireless technology version 2.0 and Enhanced Data Rate (EDR) is supported.

Bluetooth^TM audio streaming

Listen to audio in compatible devices. By connecting a Bluetooth Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) compatible accessory, such as a stereo Bluetooth headset or a Bluetooth music receiver, you can enjoy high quality stereo audio streaming wirelessly from the C905. Many A2DP accessories also support the Bluetooth Audio Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) allowing you to control the player in the Sony Ericsson C905 using the accessory interface.

USB 2.0 mass storage

When connecting the Sony Ericsson C905 to a computer using the provided USB cable, the memory in the phone appears on the computer screen as a removable disk along with other disks and drives in the computer. You can then quickly and easily drag and drop items such as images, documents, music and video clips between folders in the C905 and the computer.

Media Transfer Protocol (MTP)

With Media Transfer Protocol you can transfer media files and synchronise playlists when the C905 is connected to the computer using the USB cable. It is possible to use MTP in Media transfer mode or Phone mode. MTP is supported by Sony Ericsson Media Manager, Windows Media Player 11 and higher in Windows XP and Windows Vista^TM.

Personal Information Management (PIM)

Stay up-to-date with everyday events by synchronizing phone contacts, calendar appointments, tasks and notes in the C905 with similar programs in a computer. The USB cable which comes with the C905, or the built-in Bluetooth wireless technology feature can be used together with the synchronization software which is available on the CD in the kit or can be downloaded from       www.sonyericsson.com/support . Smart search your contacts and call list for phone numbers or names from standby. Predefined speed dial numbers can be quickly sent out from standby.

Common Internet File System (CIFS)

The Common Internet File System enables file transfer to and from your Sony Ericsson C905 mobile phone. The C905 acts as a file server which allows you to copy and move files between your PC and the server. You can use this feature when connected using the USB cable or the Bluetooth wireless technology connection.

 

Sony Ericsson C905 Video Preview

Welcome to our C905 video gallery. We will continue to update this page with videos of the C905 that we feel may be of interest to you.

 

The first half of this video discusses the C905 camera whilst the send half briefly discusses GPS, WI-FI, GEO Tagging and many other features. Interestingly , the Sony Ericsson employee who is demonstrating the C905 suggests (not confirms) that the price of the C905 on pay monthly / contract should be around the £30-40 mark depending on your contract length when released in October 2008.

 

 

 

The second video has no sound but offers could clarity as to the size of the Sony Ericsson C905 mobile phone. The video compares the size of the C905 against the very popular and very slim Motorola RAZR V3 which was released in 2005 and contained a 1.3 megapixel camera. We’re really impressed by this video as if you’re familiar with the Motorola RAZR V3 phone, you’ll appreciate just how well Sony Ericsson have done to make a featured packed phone as small as the C905.

 

 

The third video features the Ice Silver and Black Sony Ericsson C905 which may help if you’re unsure about which colour to get when it’s released in October (although you may even prefer the C905 Copper Gold version which isn’t featured. We prefer the Ice Silver as stated in other posts due to the nice looking contrast with the Silver outer colour and the dark keypad. This video gives a nice insight into the external aspects of the C905 as well as a look at the menu and camera.

 

 

As ever, you’re welcome to let us know your thoughts by leaving a comment below!

Sony Ericsson C905 Preview

The Sony Ericsson C905 was unveiled to the world’s media on 12^th June 2008. The C905 was the first 8 megapixel camera phone to be announced (outside of Asia) and was set to be the first 8 megapixel camera phone to hit the market in October 2008 although it has now been pipped at the post by the Samsung i8510 which was announced after the C905 but released on 1^st September 2008.

As evident from the name, the Sony Ericsson C905 is a high end model in the ‘C range’ of Sony Ericsson mobile phones. C stands for Cybershot - a line of digital cameras made by Sony. Many suggest that the Sony Ericsson C905 is a successor to the very popular K800i mobile phone which was released in 2006 and was at the time renowned for its high-end camera specification.

The first thing you notice about the Sony Ericsson C905 is its simple yet sophisticated design. Then you pick it up and it hits you - how have Sony Ericsson managed to squeeze an 8 megapixel camera with numerous features, 3G, WI-FI, GPS, MP3 player, et al into such a slim and sleek frame. To be honest, we expected the C905 to be quite handful - perhaps more than a handful - but we couldn’t of being more wrong. Sizing in at a respectable 10.4 x 4.9 x 1.8 cm and weighing only 136g, we could barely feel the C905 in our jean pockets.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Main Features

OK, we’ve already mentioned the whopping 8 megapixel camera but we haven’t mentioned the gazillion other features that really allow the C905 camera to shine. So here we go:

Face detection - you know how annoying it is when you’re trying to take a photo and your friend suddenly moves their face resulting in a blurry photo. Well fear no more - with face detection activated on the C905 the camera intelligently identifies and then focuses on your friends face without you having to do anything! And to make things even more satisfying, you can actually see the feature working when looking at your viewfinder (screen) when taking a photo!

Bestpic - activate Bestpic and you’ll never have to worry about timing your photos to perfection again. With Bestpic on the C905, at the click of one button the camera takes a series of 7 photos in quick succession. You can then simply preview all seven photos choosing to delete the ones you don’t want!

And if those camera features weren’t good enough, check out the remainder of them now; digital zoom up to 16x, image stabiliser, red eye reduction, picture blogging, video light, video recording, video stabiliser and Xenon flash! You’ll be pleased to know too that the resolution of the C905 camera is impressive to lay the least…coming in at 3264 x 2448 pixels.

The C905 is the first Sony Ericsson mobile phone (apart from its Smartphone range) to come with built in WI-FI which gives you a true wireless network experience. Forget slow ‘GPRS’ or dare we say ‘WAP’ - with WI-FI on the C905 you get broadband speed internet at the click of a few buttons. This means that Facebook, YouTube, Email, Banking, Share Prices and Breaking World News are literally never more than a couple of seconds away* (*subject to been connected to a wireless network). But don’t worry, if you’re not in the vicinity of a wireless network you can use ‘HSDPA 3G’ as a backup - still allowing for broadband like speeds.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

With the C905 you don’t have to worry about ever getting lost again no matter where your travels take you. The C905 has built in GPS technology and includes a trial version of Wayfinder Navigator. With the C905 and Wayfinder at hand you’ll be sure to stay on course  with turn by turn navigation instructions, unlimited access to an online travel planning tool and downloadable maps* (*length of trial and coverage subject to local variations). In addition to this, the C905 allows you to effortlessly connect to Google Maps too for additional visual guidance!

3G on the C905 means that (aside from fast internet browsing) you can see who you’re talking to at the other end of the phone line using video calling. But make sure you remember to look your best as they can see you too! And with the sensational high resolution 2.4 inch QVGA screen (which displays over a quarter of a million colours), you won’t want to hang the video call up!

TV out support - TV out can be used to show and share your photos on TV. Photos will be shown in VGA size. The TV-Out Cable ITC-60 (sold separately) is necessary to connect your phone to the TV.

PictBridge - Camera printing - Print photos from the phone using the USB cable directly to a printer, without a computer or photo editing software.

Photo tags - Navigate through your captured photos and thousands of downsized photos transferred from your computer. View captured photos and video clips in an intuitive timeline view. Play animated slide shows with music and different moods. Tag your photos to find them faster. The built-in sensor in the camera ensures that all photos are rotated correctly.

Auto rotate - Capturing a portrait photo with a horizontal camera, usually results in a photo which must be rotated man­ually when viewed later, in the phone. Auto rotate is a new feature, which enables C905 Cybershot to register how the phone is oriented when the photo is taken, whether it is held in portrait or landscape mode. This information is saved with the photo. When viewed, the photo is automatically rotated and pre­sented with the same orientation as it was originally taken.

The C905 is available in 3 colours as posted here. The C905 release date is currently set as October 2008 with prices ranging from free on selected pay monthly contracts to £300+ on Pay As You Go.

Photos taken by C905

We have obtained some photos which have been taken by a Sony Ericsson C905 mobile phone. These photos were taken with a prototype C905 handset (in other words a handset that was still been developed and improved). Nevertheless, it is clear to see that this camera is simply sensational. We look forward to getting our hands of a final version of the C905 soon so we can put the camera through its paces ourselves. For now though you’ll have to make do with the following.

Click on the thumbnails to view a super size version. Note - these photos are of the resolution 1000 x 1000 (approx). The actual resolution of photos taken by the C905 is 3264 x 2448 (wow) but due to the excessive bandwidth that these photos would take we have reduced the size whilst still maintaining 100% of the quality.

Enjoy! - as ever, let us know what you think by leaving a comment below!

C905 Carphone Warehouse

The C905 has just been listed as coming soon on the Carphone Warehouse website. At the moment, Carphone Warehouse list the C905 with a release date of October 2008. Currently, the Carphone Warehouse do not list any prices for the C905 but stay tuned as we will update with prices and availability as soon as they are announced.

Click here to visit Carphone Warehouse and see the C905

C905 Phones4U

The C905 has now been listed on the Phones4U website as coming soon with an expected October release date! At the moment Phones4U have not listed any price information for the C905.

Click here to visit Phones4U and see the C905

Phones4U was established in 1996 and is one of the UKs largest mobile phone retailers. Phones4U have very competitive prices and deals and so you can rest assured that you’re going to find an excellent C905 deal at Phones4U.

Click here to visit Phones4U and see the C905