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Sony Ericsson W550
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Sony Ericsson W550

Released: 2005, JulyPrice: About 130 EURStatus: Discontinued

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Full Specifications

SIMMini-SIM
USBProprietary
EDGENo
GPRSClass 10
JavaYes, MIDP 2.0
Size1.8 inches, 28 x 35 mm, 10.2 cm, 2, (~23.6% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeTFT, 256K colors
WLANNo
BrandSony Ericsson
GamesYes + downloadable
ModelSony Ericsson W550
PriceAbout 130 EUR
RadioStereo FM radio, RDS
VideoYes
ColorsVibrant Orange, Orchid White, Universe Blue
Single1.3 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight120 g (4.23 oz)
BrowserWAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML (NetFront)
SensorsN/A
2G bandsGSM 900 / 1800 / 1900
FeaturesLED flash
Internal256MB
Released2005, July
Stand-byUp to 400 h
Announced2005, July
Bluetooth2.0
Card slotNo
MessagingSMS, EMS, MMS, Email, Instant Messaging
Phonebook1000 x 24 fields, Photo call
Talk timeUp to 8 h 30 min
3.5mm jackNo
Dimensions93 x 46.5 x 22.5 mm (3.66 x 1.83 x 0.89 in)
Resolution176 x 220 pixels (~157 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM
Alert typesVibration; Downloadable polyphonic, MP3 ringtones, composer
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
PositioningNo
Call records30 received, dialed and missed calls
Infrared portYes

Sony Ericsson W550 Overview

About Sony Ericsson W550 Sony Ericsson W550 is a discontinued device from Sony Ericsson's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2005. Sony Ericsson W550 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 256MB , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

A verified root guide for Sony Ericsson W550 is not yet published. Avoid flashing files from unrelated device variants.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Sony Ericsson W550?

The Sony Ericsson W550 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Sony Ericsson W550 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Sony Ericsson devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Sony Ericsson W550 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Sony Ericsson W550 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Sony Ericsson W550 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Sony Ericsson W550.