webuser.co.uk Updated:
2011-09-24 17:21:37
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Although this compact smartphone first came out in the days of Android 1.6, Sony Ericsson provides an update to 2.1 via its website. The aging technology means that it doesn’t make the absolute most of the operating system – it’s the only touchscree...
There’s a real compromise to be had with this smartphone, but if you’re looking for a great-value way to get your hands on an Android phone, it’s an extremely attractive proposition. Although it’s older than the operating system, the phone handles And...
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digitalversus.com Updated:
2011-09-24 17:21:37
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This is one area where the Xperia X8 really excels. With 3G+, WiFi and Bluetooth, it doers a good job of staying connected. Voice calls don't suffer from any distortion or interference and the sound is clear and loud enough even when you're making call...
Small form factor, Interchangeable covers, Good contrast and accurate colours onscreen, Interface is easy to get the hang of, Good battery life...
Tricky touchscreen, Not much room for customisation, Lots of lag, Disappointing online experience...
The Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 is a small mobile that does better at the 'phone' part of being a smartphone than the 'smart' part. We much prefer the X10 and X10 mini pro, which has a slide-out keyboard. Such an unresponsive screen is a pain to use...
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When it was first launched, the Xperia X8 received criticism for its out-of-date version of Android. Since then it has received a major software update to version 2.1 of the operating system, up from 1.6. It still retains Sony Ericsson's own custom use...
The X8 has some clever features, but it can't match Motorola’s Defy on contract. It’s a good choice on prepay, though...
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The Xperia X8 was unboxed a good few months ago, but now here is the review with one small but important difference. It's now running the 2.1 Éclair update which may not be the latest but it's still better than 1.6 was. That has now brought it up to sc...
On the face of it, the Sony Ericsson X8 doesn't seem like a great phone. It has outdated specs and a few issues like the screen sensitivity that, if you're a speed freak, will leave you tearing your hair out. However, price is a factor that must be tak...
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itreviews.com Updated:
2011-09-24 17:21:37
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Sony Ericsson's Xperia X8 has had something of a troubled childhood. When it first appeared, the handset ran Android 1.6 - and, frankly, it wasn't up to much. But when it got an update to Android 2.1, we decided to take a look. With Android 2.2 curren...
All things considered, we can't really recommend the Sony Ericsson Xperia X8. There are a lot of Android handsets hovering around this pricepoint, so explore further before taking the plunge...
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Sony Ericsson has had a bit of a topsy turvy time with its Android phones over the years. Its first few attempts, including the Xperia X1 and Xperia X10 , didn't quite get the balance right but the X10 mini and X10 mini pro both impressed us and were intr...
Relatively Small, Full Android Smartphone, Low Cost, Decent Headset Included...
Cramped Screen, Poor Typing Experience, Mediocre Battery Life...
The web browser lacks pinch to zoom but otherwise does a good job of properly rendering full web pages with the onscreen controls (or double tap) for zooming working quite well. Considering the slow CPU, it's reasonably nippy as well, though you can guara...
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3g.co.uk Updated:
2011-09-24 17:21:37
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If you want an Android phone and you're on a budget, it's worth taking a look at the Sony Experia X8. But if you can afford a few extra pounds each month, shop around and you'll get a smartphone with more features. Once the X8 has its Android 2.1 up...
The virtual QWERTY keyboard proved responsive and offered good autosuggestions...
The X8 needs to get an Android update to make it useful...
Pros: The virtual QWERTY keyboard proved responsive and offered good auto-suggestions Cons: The X8 needs to get an Android update to make it useful Verdict: While we like its innovative design, the X8 has too many glitches for a recommendation, and has...
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T3.com Updated:
2011-09-24 17:21:38
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The Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 is essentially a compromise between the capacious and the pared down Essentially, it’s a phone for those who prefer their touchscreens somewhere between pocket-bulgingly big and impossibly tiny to handle. It crams in man...
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Tweet The Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 takes the UI we saw on the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 mini and flips it over to a device with a 3-inch screen. It shares the same design as the Xperia X10, so falls neatly between the X10 and X10 mini – we’re surprised...
Capacitive display, response from screen is pretty good...
Build quality not great, poor camera performance, out dated version of Android, Sony Ericsson's tinkerings add little to get excited about, software seemed occasionally buggy...
Faced with the excellent screen of the Orange San Francisco or the more considered customisation from Samsung, the Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 doesn’t have a lot in its favourKey specs3 megapixels, 3-inch screen, 3.5mm jack, 3G, Android, Bluetooth, GPRS, G...
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We've got exactly what we wished for. After being rather impressed by Sony Ericsson's ultra-small Xperia X10 Mini and X10 Mini Pro, we couldn't help but wonder what Sony Ericsson's heavily customised Android OS would look like on a phone with a middle-of-...
Very clever custom user interface, Speedy web browser, Superb battery life, Fast and dependable in use...
No multi-touch support, Limited on-board memory, Poor touchscreen sensitivity, Ageing Android 1.6 at its core...
It's fast and battery-light, but simply doesn't bring out the best of Android...
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The Xperia X8, given to us by Carphone Warehouse, sits between the X10 and X10 mini in terms of size. It offers a 3-inch, 16-million colours TFT display, which is quite vibrant. It's pretty light, though a little thicker than most smartphones. I tested ou...
The Xperia X8, given to us by Carphone Warehouse, sits between the X10 and X10 mini in terms of size. It offers a 3-inch, 16-million colours TFT display, which is quite vibrant. It’s pretty light, though a little thicker than most smartphones. I tested...
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The Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 is a mid-range Google Android smartphone targeted at users who can't afford the premium Xperia X10 and find the Xperia X10 mini or mini Pro too small for their tastes. After a long wait and much anticipation, the Sony Eric...
The Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 has a good design and a decent set of features; it's also one of the best looking mid-range Android phones. However, the rather sluggish performance, slightly small screen size (3in) and outdated OS (Android 1.6) put the ph...
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Sony Ericsson's XPERIA X8 sits between the high-end XPERIA X10 and the entry-level XPERIA X10 Mini and XPERIA X10 Mini Pro smartphones. It's a mid-range Android smartphone with a relatively compact design. The XPERIA X8 has a better screen resolution...
Rounded design is comfortable to hold, reasonably attractive matte finish, decent screen resolution, custom UI works well...
Slightly cramped for messaging, Timescape is limited, runs Android 1.6, no multitouch...
The Sony Ericsson XPERIA X8 offers a similar user experience to the smaller XPERIA X10 Mini and X10 Mini Pro handsets, and like those phones it ships with an outdated version of the Android operating system...
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Sony Ericsson (SE) smartphones became cool again after adopting Android as its smartphone OS of choice, resulting in the Xperia X10, as well as the Xperia mini and mini pro. The latest device emanating from SE’s stable is the Xperia X8, which is a budg...
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No multi-touchUnfortunately, the 2.1 update doesn’t bring support for Flash video or multi-touch. It’s not ideal but doesn’t hamper the web browsing experience too much with a double tap delivering maximum zoom or onscreen icons offering greater con...
Affordable price. Compact and lightweight...
Plastic build. Limited scope for homescreen personalisation. No multi-touch. Average camera set up...
Even with the OS update it’s difficult to recommend this workaday smartphone ahead of more accomplished mid-rangers...
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Android phones are becoming the next best accessory and many of the handset manufacturers are scrabbling to get their own device launched onto the market.Sony Ericsson has already had relative successes with its Xperia X10 and the smaller package of t...
Capacitive screen, Impressive battery life...
Looks cheap, Laggy Android 1.6 OS, Misty screen resolution...
This bulky, boxy handset is neither pleasing to the eye or to the touch. Little flourishes of greatness, with the capacitive screen and battery life, just cannot make up for the overall slow operating system...
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recombu.com Updated:
2014-04-02 02:20:39
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The spiritual successor to Sony Ericsson’s pint-sized X10 Mini is the Xperia X8, an Android-powered touchscreen phone of similar dimensions. But do good things really come in small packages? Read on to find out.What we likeThe Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 i...
The Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 is bite-sized Android phone that, like the X10 Mini is a cute little pocket-friendly phone. Ideal if you’ve not used an Android phone before as it comes with some helpful apps pre-installed and it features a pretty straightf...
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whatmobile.net Updated:
2014-04-04 03:32:50
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Although it€s not the smallest, it is the baby in the Xperia smartphone family. The question is, has Sony Ericsson cut too much?Sony Ericsson is one of the many phone makers that has given strong support to Android, with a number of handsets using Google€...
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gadgetdaily.xyz Updated:
2014-05-07 02:40:05
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When Sony Ericsson launched its Xperia X8 the handset ran on Android 1.6. At the time Android 2.2 was around, so it immediately felt a little out of date. The handset has recently received a refresh and our review sample was sent back for a reflash. But t...
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The Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 is Sony's newest phone to compliment, or rather broaden, the lineup of Sony Ericsson's Android phones. It is designed to cater to those who want the Android experience for a cheap price and finding Sony's earlier serving of X10...
All in all, despite being handicapped by its OS, the X8 is a very competent entry-level phone. Expect it to improve some more once its OS upgrade is released before the end of this year.With a good battery life and features to handle your typical smartpho...
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Sony Ericsson has further expanded its Xperia family of mobile devices to include the midsized Xperia X8, joining the ranks of the X10, the smaller X10 mini and the mini pro. Like all its predecessors, Timescape is still heavily featured. The UI also take...
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