Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 mini Touchscreen 3G mobile phone reviews

Here’s a list of the questions other shoppers have asked owners of the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 mini

1. Do it have a flashing camera?
   
   sophie asked on 28 Apr 2011
   1. Yes it has a camera with flash and takes a nice pic.
      
      Teri replied on 13 May 2011

       
2. Currently debating buying this phone, got three questions!
   
   Firstly, how 'poor' is the battery life for this phone? I've noticed on a lot of reviews it's mentioned. I don't really use my phone much, other than for txting, and some days I don't use it at all - will the battery still run down really fast? Likewise, has anybody had problems with the phone freezing at all (a problem I often had with previous touch screen phones)?
   
   Also - does it have an actual 'silent' setting? My current phone's 'silent' is actually vibrate, which is really annoying!
   
   Lastly, given that I only really use my phone for txting and an occasional phone call or photo, do you think it's suitable? I never really require much from a phone!
   
   Thanks!
   
   Jade asked on 29 Apr 2011
   1. Battery life is really good. I charge about twice a week. I find it is best to actually let it run low before charging which seems to be better for the battery.
      You can turn vibrate off in the settings so no problem there.
      I am the same re texting etc BUT be warned....apps are very addictive and I am hooked! Lol!
      Hope this helps
      
      Teri replied on 13 May 2011

       
3. What micro sd cards go with it would a 4GB micro sd hc go in the phone
   
   Natasha asked on 29 Apr 2011
   1. any gb memory card will fit in it just finding the right make of memory card to fit the slot
      
      sarah replied on 01 May 2011

       
4. does it have a qwerty keyboard either slide out or turning the phone round on the touch screen?
   
   Sophie asked on 04 May 2011
   1. Not this version.
      
      Teri replied on 13 May 2011

       
5. I really want this phone..but I'm pretty sure there's no QWERTY keypad...am I correct? :/
   
   Emma asked on 05 May 2011
   1. You are correct. You want the pro version I think.
      The touch screen is very easy to use though.
      And the jump between numbers, letters and symbols
      Is done with the swipe of your finger. It's a lovely little phone.
      
      Teri replied on 13 May 2011

       
   2. No qwerty keypad on this phone. The touch screen is very easy though.
      
      Teri replied on 13 May 2011

       
6. how does the x10 compare to the nokia n8? i am torn between the two as i like both phones.
   
   carl asked on 07 May 2011
   1. I haven't used a milia in quite a few years so
      Cannot make the comparison for you. I just love
      The text function on this and how easy it is to use.
      
      Teri replied on 13 May 2011

       
7. Does the phone flip out to a keyboard?
   
   sophie asked on 08 May 2011
   1. Not this one. You will need the experia mini pro I think
      Check it out online.
      
      Teri replied on 13 May 2011

       
8. is this quad band?
   
   sum asked on 14 May 2011
   1. Yes I believe it is quad band as am able to use in other countries.
      
      Teri replied on 17 May 2011

       
   2. Think so.
      
      tracey replied on 17 May 2011

       
9. how good is the phone and how easy is it to work
   
   Lisa asked on 18 May 2011
   1. Phone is very cute and extremely easy to use. Good idea to read the instructions though just to familiarise yourself with the keys/functions. Texting is a piece of cake and so simple. When recharging I have found it is much better to let the phone almost run dry before charging(after initial full charge). I have only had to recharge once this week using this method.
      
      Teri replied on 21 May 2011

       
   2. The phone is great! It's lovely and compact and extremely easy to use. The phone also looks great... a real eyecatcher! It is very small and light, but simple to use. If you have any problems, a quick flick through the user guide should clear things up pretty quickly, though most of the functions are self explanitory. The only real problem is the battery life. Having said that, as long as it isn't used non-stop, then the battery is as good as can be expected from a phone packed with features!
      
      Nicola replied on 21 May 2011

       
10. i can receive pics ect thru bluetooth but i cant seem to send anything any ideas ???
    
    katie asked on 18 May 2011
    1. sorry no not had any problems check your settings,also be careful there is a app that is using the internet all the time turn it off it's to do with traffic and also the message report is on all the time unless you turn that off.
       
       vicky replied on 22 May 2011

        
11. how do u send music and Photos through Bluetooth
    
    Rebecca asked on 02 Jun 2011
    1. For photos just hit the mail icon upper left corner and send
       You will need to search for devices and turn Bluetooth on
       Don't know about music but imagine it is about the same as for photos. Hoe this helps.
       
       Teri replied on 06 Jun 2011

        
12. where will you find the free downlond music? im have prob find it but i just got the phone x
    
    kim asked on 10 Jun 2011
    1. Hi, I haven't actually used the music app so can't help you there, I'm afraid! I think it's in the music store button
       
       Zoe replied on 10 Jun 2011

        
    2. Mp3 music dowload or look in market place, there may be others?
       
       Julie replied on 10 Jun 2011

        
13. has it got wi=fi?
    
    Alice asked on 10 Jun 2011
    1. yes
       
       Katie replied on 11 Jun 2011

        
    2. yes it does
       
       lisa replied on 12 Jun 2011

        
    3. yes and it works ok
       
       jon replied on 19 Jun 2011

        
14. Does this camera have a front facing camera so you can take more accurate photos ? Can you edit the pictures on the phone ? Also can you get an msn app ? thankyou :) xx
    
    Gemma asked on 12 Jun 2011
    1. Hi, it is a front facing camera which also has a good flash. Sadly u cant edit photos unless there is an app u could download. You can easily get access to msn apps via the phone menu and can download msn apps. Hope this helps.
       
       Kerry replied on 13 Jun 2011

        
15. Does this have the text messages listed as 'conversations' as well as just normal text messages? thanks
    
    vanessa asked on 12 Jun 2011
    1. i have only managed to get conversations
       
       
       Jackie replied on 16 Jun 2011

        
    2. Yes it does list conversations, its good, makes texting much easier
       
       A verified owner replied on 16 Jun 2011

        
    3. yes it does
       
       lisa replied on 17 Jun 2011

        
16. Can you downaload angry birds and other games and apps from this phone ? does it support android ? and is it worth the price ? does it come with animated wallpapers ? thankies xx :)
    
    Gemma asked on 13 Jun 2011
    1. yes to all those questions. definatly one of the best phones ive onwed
       
       Katie replied on 16 Jun 2011

        
    2. Yes for all from me too. Worth the price, but it does take a while to get used to the small size of the phone.
       
       Kerry replied on 16 Jun 2011

        
    3. yes works with no probs
       
       jon replied on 19 Jun 2011

        
17. Is this phone worth the money ? And would you recommend i wait for the new Xperia phone to come out or just buy this one ? x thankies :)
    
    Gemma asked on 15 Jun 2011
    1. That's your decision to make. This phone is great if you want small. If you intend using apps etc you might want a bigger screen.
       
       Teri replied on 16 Jun 2011

        
    2. In my honest opinion, this phone is about as good as they come! This model has a number of features which make this a real winner. I would definitely recommend it to anyone.
       
       Nicola replied on 16 Jun 2011

        
18. Does this phone have Flash? Able to play FB apps?
    
    Thanks
    
    Aaron asked on 20 Jun 2011
    1. i don't think so but to be honest i am really not sure.
       
       Joanne replied on 20 Jun 2011

        
    2. i really don't know but I don't remember reading about it on the instructions
       
       Linda replied on 21 Jun 2011

        
19. I have a w995 would u recommend the x 10 has it got a step counter on it
    
    debbie asked on 28 Jun 2011
    1. No, it hasn't.
       
       Peter replied on 29 Jun 2011

        
20. does this phone come with facebook as a short cut, as i have the x8 but want to get this for my little sister and my mom doesnt want her to have it if its got the short cut lol thanks hope u can help
    
    marie asked on 07 Jul 2011
    1. Yes it does have an app for Facebook but you may be able to delete it, I am not sure.
       
       Jill replied on 09 Jul 2011

        
21. Why does this phone suck at staying alive and picking up signal, also how come the 3G barely works on it
    
    Billy asked on 10 Jul 2011
    1. I'd contact your network operator about that cos I'm on Orange and 3G works really well. Best to charge up every night to stay alive!
       
       Clare replied on 24 Aug 2011

        
22. is this phone easy to handle as it is so small? I currently have the vivaz u5 so its quite a size difference to get used to. Also how is the texting? only im used to querty keyboard
    
    Emma asked on 11 Jul 2011
    1. I found it hard to handle particularly during phone calls (it spent most of the time on the floor as opposed to by my ear). As for the texting, the buttons are quite responsive and I did get the hang of it but a lot of people seem to disagree and say the keys are too small.
       
       Sarah replied on 11 Jul 2011

        
23. can you share the wifi like barnacle to use with my ipod touch 4g
    
    ryan asked on 11 Jul 2011
    1. not very sure sorry
       
       A verified owner replied on 23 Aug 2011

        
24. wots its performance like on the internet please, and can u make reading and writing tx larger for people with impaired vision......thankyou
    
    patrick asked on 21 Jul 2011
    1. Hi. It's only OK. I haven't found a way to enlarge the text. You can change font size but it's not brilliant.
       
       Steve replied on 21 Jul 2011

        
25. do you know if you can use chat on facebook on this phone?
    
    lisa asked on 26 Jul 2011
    1. It doesn't appear so. If it does then I haven't found it yet !
       
       Sue replied on 31 Jul 2011

        
26. can u get facebook on it ????
    
    emily asked on 02 Aug 2011
    1. Yes. there is a specific widget already installed on your phone for facebook when you get it. The widget is very easy to use
       
       Katie replied on 03 Aug 2011

        
    2. yes u can and more
       
       jon replied on 04 Aug 2011

        
27. How much dose it cost, and how do you work it .....?!!
    
    
    Chloe :) asked on 06 Aug 2011
    1. Sorry it was a free upgrade, it's all touch screen.
       
       You scroll left to right through menu screens, but you can choose the menu screen which suits how you want to use it. It's quite straight forward once you've got it to play with.
       
       Simon replied on 07 Aug 2011

        
28. If I got a phone last year and I now want this phone, is it worth selling my other phone and buying this one?
    Any faults with the phone, if there is please explain..I'd like to know before I definately ask to get it!
    
    
    Catherine asked on 07 Aug 2011
    1. only problem i have had is the battery life isn't great. if i use it a lot during the day i end up having to charge it every night
       
       Joanne replied on 08 Aug 2011

        
29. i own one all ready but cant seem to get the battery out i know this seems a random question but having trouble trying to charge it up so my girlfriend who also has one said if i can get battery out and place it in hers now i only bought it last year and have only used it for 3 months please help as feel bamboozalled.
    
    jason asked on 03 Feb 2012
    1. I don't think you can take the battery out unless you take the phone apart which will affect your warrenty. You may have a faulty charger or connection inside the charge point. I think you may need to take it back to where you got it from and ask for a new one or replacement. Sorry I cant help you more.
       
       Sarah replied on 04 Feb 2012

        
30. hello i want to know how much contacts in phone memory we can save i m looking nearly 2000 i want to know
    
    qurram asked on 12 Feb 2012
    1. No idea, but probably up to your mini-card capacity, which can be huge!
       
       Peter replied on 20 Feb 2012

        

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