Sony Ericsson A8i Battery and Miscellaneous Features

Battery and Miscellaneous Features

The A8i is powered by a removable Li-Po battery, offering a standby time of up to 260 hours and talk time of up to 5 hours on 2G networks and 7.5 hours on 3G networks. This battery performance was fairly standard for smartphones of its era. Users could enjoy extended conversations and standby time before needing a recharge, a practical advantage at its launch. Additionally, the phone’s sensors include an accelerometer, proximity sensor, and compass, enhancing its usability for various applications. The ability to access CMMB mobile TV also catered to the entertainment needs of users, particularly in China where this technology was increasingly popular.