Sony Ericsson Bolsters Its Entry Range With A Duo Of Phones That Offer Effortless Ways To Stay In Touch
Two new candy-bar phones from Sony Ericsson, designed with simplicity and value for money in mind. The J132 is a talk and text phone with FM radio and stereo hands free kit; the solid feel and dust-resistant keypad make it an ideal everyday companion. For those wanting a clear-cut camera phone, the K330 with video capture and Bluetooth™ sharing is the obvious choice. This phone also offers FM radio listening via speakerphone or stereo headset.
“There are certain phone features, such as a large phonebook and torch functionality, that are considered key to consumers in developing markets ” says James Marshall, Head of Portfolio Marketing at Sony Ericsson. “We’ve made sure that both of these phones pack all of the essential features and appeal to anyone wanting a durable, no-nonsense mobile.”

Sony Ericsson J132
Everything about the J132 is uncomplicated. Its clear and bright screen coupled with its one-click shortcuts and easy-to-use navigation key means that you are ready to text, search for a number or access the FM radio without fuss.
The new J132
Lasting Communication
• Solid talk and text phone with dust-resistant keypad
• FM radio and loudspeaker – enjoy quality radio entertainment with RDS support
• Handsfree Kit – handle calls on the move
• Radio alarm clock – wake up to your favourite station
• Torch function – find objects in the dark
• Up to 9 hours of talk time or 450 hours standby
The J132 is a talk and text phone with FM radio and stereo hands free kit; the solid feel and dust-resistant keypad make it an ideal everyday companion.
Alternatively, for those looking for a little bit more from their mobile, the K330 enables users to capture video and photos, plus share them easily via Bluetooth™ with another phone or Bluetooth™ enabled device. Keep your memories with you with the K330’s storage for up to 250 photos or 12 minutes of video footage, making it the perfect pocket photo album.
Since the K330 supports Bluetooth™ it can easily be teamed up with handy accessories such as the new Sony Ericsson Bluetooth™ headsets HBH-PV715, 720 and 740. They represent the next generation of Bluetooth™ accessories – high performance headsets that are stylish, practical and versatile, whatever your needs.
The new K330
Lasting Memories
• Storage for up to 1000 contacts and 450 text messages
• Capture and store up to 12 minutes of video (in 2 minute clips)
• Snap happy with VGA camera and store up to 250 images
• View photos on the 1.7’’ display
• Listen to music and news on the go via the FM Radio
• Keep track of calories and make your own daily health plan with Health mate
• Torch function – guide your way home with the luminous screen and find objects in the dark
So whether it’s dust resistant text, talk and radio or straightforward snap-and-share, the new J132 and K330 add breadth to Sony Ericsson’s entry-level line-up. The J132 will be available in Night Black and Heaven Blue in selected markets from Q4 2008. The K330 will be available in Gold on Black and Green on Black, again in selected markets from Q3 2008.
The J132 will support GSM 900/1800 frequencies and the J132a for US markets will support GSM 850/1900, The K330 will support GSM/GPRS 900/1800 and the K330a: GSM/GPR 850/1900.
At a glance
J132 | K330 | |
Communication | Speakerphone Polyphonic ringtones Vibrating alert |
Speakerphone Polyphonic ringtones Vibrating alert |
Messaging | Text messaging (SMS) Predictive text input |
Text messaging (SMS) Picture messaging (MMS) Predictive text input |
Design | Dust-resistant keypad Navigation key Picture wallpaper |
Navigation key Torch functionality Picture wallpaper Wallpaper animation |
Organiser | Calendar Phone book Tasks Alarm clock Timer Stopwatch Calculator |
Calendar Phone book Tasks Alarm clock Timer Stopwatch Calculator |
Entertainment | FM Radio | FM Radio Java Video viewing |
Camera | 0.3 megapixel camera Video recording |
|
Music | Music tones (MP3) | |
Internet | WAP 2.0 x HTML | |
Connectivity | Bluetooth™ technology | |
Accessories | In-Box: o Battery o Charger o Stereo portable handsfree o User guide |
In-Box: o Battery o Charger o User guide Optional: o Portable Handsfree HPM-64 – move to the beat with a classic in-ear design o Power Pack CPP-100 – just plug in when your battery is running low o Phone Case IPC-50 – A splash proof case for outdoor activities. |
Facts and Figures | Size: 103 x 45 x 15.3 mm Weight: 76 grams Colours: Night Black Heaven Blue Screen: 65,536 colour CSTN Resolution: 128 x 128 pixels Size: 1.5 inches Phone memory: Up to 4MB Talk time: Up to 9 hrs Standby time: Up to 450 hrs |
Size: 100 x 45 x 12 mm Weight: 75 grams Colours: Gold on Black Green on Black Screen: 65,536 colour TFT Resolution: 128 x 160 pixels Size: 1.7 inches Phone memory: Up to 10MB Talk time: Up to 7 hrs Standby time: Up to 300 hrs |
Availability and versions | Networks: J132: GSM 900/1800 J132a: GSM 850/1900 |
Networks: K330: GSM/GPRS 900/1800 K330a: GSM/GPR 850/1900 |
1) Facts and features may vary depending on local variant.
2) Talk and standby times are affected by network preferences, type of SIM card, connected accessories and various activities e.g. games. Kit contents and colour options may differ from market to market. The full range of accessories may not be available in every market.
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