Sony Ericsson Z520a (AT&T)

Like: The phone features cool, blue light-up patterns when ringing. It is a slim phone even though it is a flip. Other nice features are voice dialing, screens both inside the phone and out, and that you can add pictures to profiles...so for example, my husband's pic shows up each time he calls me!


Love: The bluetooth capabilities. I have a bluetooth headset (meaning it is wireless)...so the phone can be in your pocket or purse while you are chatting away, hands- and cord-free! Plus, with a bluetooth dongle for your computer (which I do not have yet), you can download things to your phone!


Dislike: The camera feature is nice, but the picture quality is not great, especially in low/dim light because there is no flash. (Although I have not downloaded pics to my computer yet--I am referring to the phone-screen quality of the pics only.)

its slim its advanced it has nice features to custom the phone to your likes... bluetooth, infrared, camera, world clock, mp3 player video player the clamshell design is just superb...

cons the internal memory is only 16mb and it could use a memory card slot.

would highly recommend over any siemens or nokia in the same price range

Sony Ericsson hasn't been promoted like other phones with lesser features. Why? I've no idea. The Sony Ericsson has been one of the more feature rich phones leaning towards a PIM. I've owned two Sony Ericssons so far and an Audiovox SMT-5600 smart phone as the PIM feature is very important to my life style. Granted the smart phone has a much simpler email function, and the camera feature is some what better, and there is an expension slot for a memory card, (a feature available in later models of Sony Ericsson. Yet the Sony Ericsson
s elegant PIM is superior to any phone I've used to date.

Most phones treat PIM as an afterthought, and many require you purchase extra software or cables. I left Sprint/Nextel due to their restrictive policies on my personal information management (PIM). You needed to pay them an additional 5 dollars a month for online storage of your contacts, and purchase an expense usb cable.

Sony Ericcson's clam shell phones come with syncing software that allows you to use your Microsoft Outlook to manage your information. No extra cost involved. My smart phone does allow me to sync the majority of my Outlook, but does not have the ability to sync the notes portion. Sony Ericcson also allows you to add information on the fly with great ease.

I've played with friends' razrs, slvrs, and other cutesy phones and while the form factors are appealing, and are "compatible" with Outlook, you need to buy thrid party software and a proprietary cord (or install a bluetooth adapter on your desktop computer.) With my Sony Ericcson, I just plug it, straight out of the box install the Sony Ericcson file manager software, and I'm off and running.

The speaker phone is also one of the better out there as to clarity and volume. though one drawback is you have to activate it after you've made or received a call. Another nice feature is the ease with which you can access all of the phone's bells and whistles. Texting is simple with the standard easy to fill formats and a T9 dictionary. Voice calling, is simple to set up and use. You can also set your phone to say the name of the person calling, so you don't even need to take your phone out of your pocket. If you've set your phone to be silent, you don't even need to open your phone, as there is a smaller screen on the exterior of the phone.

The alarm feature is excellent, and for someone who travels it makes it one less item you need to pack. If you're traveling with your laptop, you can leave your phone charger at home as your usb cable also charges the phone. Battery time is excellent both for stand by and talk time. I use my phone extensively and have never run out of battery power.

You can assign and personalize your ring tones, wallpaper (my dog graces mine) and the included software allows you to make and record any ring tone you may want. Some phones do not allow you to add ringtones other than those you buy from their expensive online stores. Not so with Sony Ericcson. You can use your computer to take any mp3 and drag it on to your phone just like you would on your desktop. The same with pictures. Many phones limit your ability to use photos and make you use their data service to send and receive pictures for an additional cost. Not so with Sony Ericcson. You can drag and drop a picture from or going to your phone.

All and all, no other phone as all the features I've come to depend on with my Sony Ericcson. Oh, its phone calls are clear too.

This is a great phone it pulls a good signal even in fringe areas, takes great pictures. Can record video clips up to 30 minutes long. Good battery life. 5 Stars.

I really do like this phone allot, It's jam packed with convenient features and still easy to use. The inside screen is easy to see and read and the outside screen is a nifty way to see who may be calling without actually answering. The phone is compact and light weight and fits neatly in your purse or pocket.

The reception is great as we frequently visit relatives that live outside of town a ways and the roads are surrounded by trees and large hills and we have never had a problem making or receiving calls.

The camera's pictures are better than they were on my old Nokia 6102 and the camera is easier to use as well. If your in the market for a new inexpensive full featured cell phone you can't go wrong with the Sony Ericsson Z520a!

I love this phone! It has photo caller ID on the inner and outer display. It has bluetooth, a camera. I have never dropped a call and always had great reception.

My only complaint is the camera button on the side. You don't need to do anything to start the camera so I am constantly taking pictures of nothing by accidentally hitting the button.

I love the phone easy to use. But I have a problem with the back coming off.
I have never had this with any other phone.

Like: The phone features cool, blue light-up patterns when ringing. It is a slim phone even though it is a flip. Easily personalized by popping off the cover and changing to whatever pattern or color you desire, so easy you can actually change it to match your outfits!


Dislike: The camera feature is nice, although there is no flash. BUT, the camera button on the side of the phone, is so sensitive...it is CONSTANTLY taking pictures while in my pocket, purse, or just sitting on my carseat. It's funny actually, I'll be just standing there talking to someone, and you'll hear it start snapping photos on it's own. lol

I bought this unlocked to use on my suncom account, but it was originally set up for cingular. For this reason, I am unable to use many of it's features so feel a little slighted. Seems to have lots of cool little programs and features that makes it a nice little low cost phone.

I bought this phone for my son for his birthday in 09/06 it is now 01/07. Cingular is a service provider, and we have had nothing but trouble with this phone and that was shortly after getting it. It just does all kinds of crazy things like shuts off for now reason, looses sound, and to get the things to come back you have to turn the phone off. Also he doesn't keep a good signal on this phone at all. Then there are buttons on the side of the phone that get in the way and just by holding the phone you pushes then. This phone doesn't have a exit button you have to you what is called a back button, and if your a young kid there not going to know for sure what the back button is because it doesn't say back. I will say this is a phone you don't want to buy for a young child like I did. I may of gotten unlucky and bought a defective phone because other than the crazy stuff it does it is a nice looking phone and has some neat features. Like you can give you person stored in your phone a different't light flash which I mean when the phone rings or vibrates the keys light up and can give a different type of flash with every caller. You can also give every caller there own ring tone & you can photo I.D everyone if you want you just take their picture, and add it to their info then when they call their picture will show up on the caller I.D. You can also record music, and make you your own ring tones which my son does so you don't have to pay for ring tones because I have my son blocked from being able to download anything onto his phone. This phone also can take some nice pictures with it's camera. Other than the malfunctions of the phone this is a pretty cool phone but it could be a little more compact. I think I spent more than it was worth because of the problems we have had so I can only give this phone a 3 out of a 5 rating.

First thing is Sony Ericsson makes excellent cellular phones. I use Cingular as my wireless provider and when I joined up with them I decided upon Sony Ericsson's Z500a. It is an outstanding phone; the only reason I went looking for a new phone is due to normal wear and tear. I had the Z500a for over 2 years.

The Sony Ericsson Z520a is the phone I won here at eBay. It has all the same features that I loved about the Z500a plus more; the Z520a is Bluetooth which is a big plus. Now I can drive and talk and not have to worry about looking to find my phone.

I have no 'dislikes' about Sony Ericsson products.

Thanks eBay for being there; without you I would have had to 'upgrade' and sign another 1 to 2 year contract.

I got this phone after using several models of the motorolas for a few years, and as a loyal motorola user, i have to say that i like this phone better. The ease and layout of the features definately changed my mind about things. I felt that it was easier to navigate, and eliminated several uneeded steps making this a great phone especially for someone like me who is on the go and doesn't have time to fiddle. One of the other features of this phone that stands out from others is the earpiece in the phone. It is very crisp, clear, and loud, which is nice...

This is a very user friendly little phone that does almost everything. I did everything on it from make phone calls to listening to music, playing games and checking my email. Couldn't ask for more from a phone.

I tried to buy this phone to replace my original one. Unfortunately, I never received it. Mendoflwr kept the phone just like she did for other Ebayers that have contacted me since. I would have loved the phone if I would have received it. It was exactly like the one that I already had. That one died from water damage. It was unfortunate that I dealt with a thief for this purchase...I still need a phone. I will try to find another one, as the phone by Sony is great.

Excellent sound quality on both ends with this phone, though I have yet to test the Bluetooth functionality (waiting on a Samsung WEP200 to come in) other than transferring files. 16MB of memory is more than enough for taking a few pics, or having a few MP3 ringtones. Those who want more memory for MP3's in a GSM phone might want to look at the Motorola V635.

My one major complaint is the instant camera button located on the left side of the phone body. If you keep it in your pants pocket, chances are you'll accidentally hit the button and take pictures of the interior of your pants pocket. It would be nice to have the ability to disable that feature in the setup menu.

I love this little phone. It has alot of space to save pics, video, sound and more. Lots of cool features, music maker, video maker, photo editor and more. Easy navigation thru the menu screens. Lots of stuff to download as well. Can access the net from the phone and is able to download well directly thru the phone. Not very expensive considering what you get for a phone. One drawback I have found is that the battery has to be charged alot when you play games or play on the net.

I have had several phones over the last few years and this one is by far the best. Its fun, flashy and it has a lot of capabilities. I've had mine for several months and I love the camera for quick pics. The picture quality could definately be better but overall it's a great phone. The size is just right. I haven't even begun to use the phone to its full advantage yet!

The sound is great on this phone. I have had no problems with it.
It is also fun to use. It has cool light effects and great ringtones.
The camera takes good pictures and vidoes. It is also easy to use.

I like that this phone is small but it is very fragile. It fell while I was running and the front screen cracked, but the screen inside was ok...I also like that it has alot of cool features like video recording, voice recording, media player and lots more!!!!

I have had the phone in the past and my girlfriend needed a new cell and I decided to purchase the phone for her. I first went the cingular and the price was to high so I look on eBay and found the phone at a good price and went through with the purchase. The process of purchasing the phone through eBay was simple, but had some problems with the seller. I contacted ebay and everything was settled with their help.

The phone has a lot of kool features but sometimes it has a mind of its own I found that it happens when i leave the state, but that could be the network. i love the media options, camera, and the planning features. overall a kinda funny looking fun with a ton of features and great bluetooth...i would recommened it for many!!!

Like: Large color external and internal displays, easy to use, customization, sound quality, camera quality, FUN PHONE!

Dislike: The only thing I don't like is that sometimes I hit the camera button and take pictures while talking on the phone. But this is my first camera phone so that probably explains it!

This phone has all the functionality a phone techie could desire- from e-mail to messengers and great Video and picture quality and the ability to send even large Hi-Resolution Video files by e-mail if you can afford it and can any find software to open the video files. I think the better option for video saving is to get the USB cord that affords a direct link to your computer- it might even include a software disc to allow the viewing of such files. I dont know for sure.
These phones are also highly durable. The last one I had lasted me almost 2 years and still works but got water damaged so I gave it to my girlfriend and she has it now.
Also Infrared and bluetooth capabilityallow phone to phone file transfers. And I absolutely love everything about its simple litlle operating system- the ease of use of it is great.
To sum up I got another one because I just wouldnt have been able to see myself with any other phone. No phone I have ever owned has been as good.

i decided to buy this phone just as a temporary one until it was time for my upgrade. i am quite satisfied with my purchase, it has done the job.