10.20.2008

New cell phone...

Having an unlimited data plan and a phone that only handles Edge is kinda crappy... Granted I love my S500i and definitely think its hands down one of the best phones on the market for my needs, I am tired of the slow speeds of EDGE. So, I am looking into getting a new phone.

I've narrowed down my search to two phones -

Sony W910i (released: Mid-year 2007) ~$270

Sony W595i (released: September 2008) ~$330

Feature-wise they are both very similar, quad band, sony walkman software, 3G, 320x240 yadda yadda yadda.

W595i matches the dimensions of my current S500i, while the W910i is thinner, wider, and lighter.

W595i & W910i both have accelerometers and radio, neither of which my S500i has.

W595i has hscsd, while the W910i doesn't. From what I understand, my S500i has it, and it has something to do with better call clarity when you have shitty signal. Probably nice to have.

W595i has a better camera, W910i has a slightly bigger screen (2.2" vs 2.4")

W595i looks sexier imo.... although they are pretty close.

They also both come in other color options, but I'm a pretty big fan of black... altho the blue and gray offered on the 595i is pretty nice too...

I have found a retailer in NYC, which I plan to visit sometime after november 5th to make my purchase.

Which one do you like better? post comments!

1 comment:

CubanoConBlogger said...

W595i is sexier, I agree. Also, wider phones tend to be more comfortable, allowing the hand a wider stance so the muscles don't have to pinch. For phones in that price range, the price difference is pretty low. I say go with the W595i.