Storage

The C905a has 93MB of internal storage, which users can expand with a proprietary Sony Memory Stick Micro (M2) up to 8GB.

This is better than Sony Ericsson's W760 Walkman phone, also offered by AT&T, which weighs in with 11MB of internal memory and expandable memory up to 4GB.

While Sony Ericsson has once again made its proprietary memory card the only option -- instead of the more common microSD card -- at least the slot is conveniently located on the side of the phone so users don't have to remove the back of the phone and battery to reach it, as they had to on some other handsets.

Connectivity

The C905a supports several Bluetooth 2.0 profiles, giving users the basic connectivity they need to wirelessly enjoy high-quality sound and transfer files to other devices.

Profiles supported on the handset include Bluetooth Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), which allows users use Bluetooth headphones to wirelessly listen to high-quality music in stereo audio, Handsfree Profile (HFP) to use with handsfree car-kits and Headset Profile (HSP) to pair with wireless headsets.

The USB cable included lets users drag and drop files onto a computer, where the phone shows up as a removal disk on the computer.

Conclusion

While the 8.1-megapixel camera sets the C905a apart from other phones, there is plenty more to like about this phone, particularly the intuitively designed interface, other multimedia features and easy-to-use Internet browser.

Between the hardware and applications, Sony Ericsson and AT&T appear to have covered most of the needs of users who don't have their hearts set on a touch screen phone.

The C905a is a photography powerhouse with camera add-ons that users can take full-advantage of -- leaving the digital camera at home.

For users seeking an excellent camera-replacement phone, the C905a is as good as it gets. However, since the handset is so focused on photography, many other phones on the market may be better suited for consumers who want a more robust device.

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