Sony Ericsson K500

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Sony Ericsson K500 Price

The retail price of a new or used/second hand Sony Ericsson K500 varies widely depending on factors including availability, condition of device, your town or location and market demand. Click here to compare the price of Sony Ericsson K500 across different regions, markets and countries.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)

What are the features of the Sony Ericsson K500?

The Sony Ericsson K500 features a 1.8-inch TFT display, a VGA camera, Bluetooth, an FM radio, and a microSD card slot for memory expansion.

How do I transfer data to my Sony Ericsson K500?

You can transfer data to your Sony Ericsson K500 using a USB cable, Bluetooth, or infrared.

How to reset or factory restore Sony Ericsson K500 device?

The Sony Ericsson K500 is a popular mobile phone that was released in 2007. Resetting or factory restoring the device can be useful in various situations, such as when the phone is experiencing problems or when you want to start fresh with a clean slate. Here are the most common and recommended ways to reset or factory restore a Sony Ericsson K500 device: Method 1: Using the keypad 1. Turn off your K500 phone by pressing and holding the power button until the phone turns off. 2. Press and hold the number "2" and "4" keys simultaneously until the Sony Ericsson logo appears on the screen. 3. Press the "6" key to confirm that you want to access the recovery settings. 4. Press the "2" key to enter the recovery settings. 5. Press the "1" key to select "Wipe data/factory reset". 6. Press the "2" key to confirm the factory reset. 7. Wait for the phone to reset and restart on its own. Method 2: Using a computer 1. Connect your K500 phone to your computer using a USB cable or a Bluetooth connection. 2. Install the latest version of the Sony Ericsson PC Suite software on your computer. 3. Make sure your K500 is unlocked and connect to the internet. 4. Open the PC Suite software and click on the Android icon. 5. Click on the "Gain Full Control" button at the top of the screen. 6. Click on the "Back Up" or "Erase Memory" button, depending on whether you want to save your current data or completely erase it. Follow the prompts to complete the backup or erase process. 7. Once the backup or erase process is complete, disconnect your phone from the computer and remove the battery. 8. Press and hold the power button until the Sony Ericsson logo appears on the screen. 9. Press the "6" key to confirm that you want to access the recovery settings. 10. Press the "2" key to enter the recovery settings. 11. Press the "1" key to select "Wipe data/factory reset". 12. Press the "2" key to confirm the factory reset. 13. Wait for the phone to reset and restart on its own. It's important to note that resetting or factory restoring your K500 phone will erase all data, including contacts, messages, music, and other apps. Therefore, make sure to back up your important data before you decide to reset the phone.

What type of battery does the Sony Ericsson K500 use?

The Sony Ericsson K500 uses a Li-Ion battery.

Specifications

Network

Technology: GSM
2G bands: GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900
GPRS: Class 10
EDGE: No

Launch

Announced: 2004, Q3
Status: Discontinued

Body

Dimensions: 102 x 46 x 14 mm (4.02 x 1.81 x 0.55 in)
Weight: 80 g (2.82 oz)
SIM: Mini-SIM

Display

Type: TFT, 65K colors
Size: 1.9 inches, 30 x 37 mm, 11.4 cm2 (~24.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution: 128 x 160 pixels (~108 ppi density)
: Wallpapers, 3D animations and pictures

Memory

Card slot: No
Phonebook: 8 fields, 510 items, Photo call
Call records: 30 received, dialed and missed calls
Internal: 12MB

Main Camera

Single: VGA
Video: Yes

Selfie camera

: No

Sound

Loudspeaker: No
Alert types: Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic, MP3 ringtones, composer
3.5mm jack: No

Comms

WLAN: No
Bluetooth: No
Positioning: No
Infrared port: Yes
Radio: No
USB: Proprietary

Features

Sensors:
Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, Email, Instant Messaging
Browser: WAP 2.0/xHTML
Games: Yes + downloadable
Java: Yes, MIDP 2.0
: MP3/MP4 player SyncML Predictive text input Organizer Photo editor Voice dial Voice memo