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Sony Ericsson W710

mobile phone model

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Record originEnglish Wikipedia
Text licenseCC BY-SA 4.0
Source revisionJun 28, 2026
Entity authorityQ2633616
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W710 is a mobile phone produced by Sony Ericsson.

The W710 was announced on May 18, 2006. It is one of two clamshell Walkman-brand phones, and shares many characteristics of the Z710. The W710 is a quad-band EDGE phone.

Other features include a web browser, 2 MP digital camera, Memory Stick Micro (M2) slot, special functions for fitness and running, and a flight mode where cell phone functions are turned off. This allows for use of the Walkman, FM radio, and organizer functions in no cell-phone areas. The phone supports MP3, AAC, AAC+, and eAAC audio and MPEG4 and 3GPP video media formats.

The generic W710 is white with gray rubber and orange trim. There is also a version with purple rubber trim.

Key features

Dual Screens

2-megapixel camera with 2.5 x zoom

Walkman Music Player

FM Radio

3GP/MP4 Player

Bluetooth Technology

Quad Band Technology (GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800 & GSM 1900)

Fitness Applications

Variants

W710i - Primarily for the European and North American markets.

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