Description
Sony Ericsson W8 Black 3G Wi-Fi 3.15 Megapixel Touchscreen Android, New, GSM unlocked
This listing is the Sony Ericsson W8 in Black, the 3G WI-FI 3.15 Megapixel Touchscreen Android phone of the name, brand new and GSM Unlocked, with the full retail pack. Black suits collector shops that follow the Walkman line and prop buyers who want an early Android in a neutral finish. It is a 2G and 3G phone on non-US bands, so it is not a US activation unit.
The Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman (E16i) is the 2011 Android version of the Walkman phone, built on the Xperia X8 body: a 3.0-inch 320 x 480 capacitive touchscreen, a 600 MHz processor, Android 2.1 with Timescape and the Walkman player, a 3.15 MP camera, Wi-Fi, aGPS, FM radio, Bluetooth, 128 MB of phone memory, and a microSD slot rated to 16 GB. It is a quad-band 2G GSM phone with 3G UMTS/HSPA on 900/2100 MHz and no LTE.
TG Wireless sells it in three colors to collector shops that follow the Walkman line, prop and display buyers, and exporters serving markets where UMTS 900/2100 or 2G GSM service is still live.
Key specifications
| Model | Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman, E16i (2011) |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Network status | GSM unlocked |
| Operating system | Android 2.1 Eclair with Timescape and Walkman player |
| Display | 3.0-inch capacitive TFT touchscreen, 320 x 480 pixels |
| Chip | 600 MHz processor |
| Memory | 128 MB phone memory, microSD up to 16 GB |
| Camera | 3.15 MP |
| Connectivity | Quad-band 2G GSM 850/900/1800/1900 with GPRS and EDGE, 3G UMTS/HSPA 900/2100, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, Bluetooth, aGPS, micro-USB, 3.5 mm jack |
| Audio | Walkman player, TrackID, FM radio |
Condition: New
Brand new units in the original box with the original in-box accessories as listed. Nothing has been activated or reconditioned. If your channel needs sealed retail packaging rather than open-box new, say so when you request a quote so the account manager can confirm how the lot is packed. The source package list for this unit is the original battery, battery door, charger, data cable, stereo headset, user guide, and retail box.
Network and compatibility
The W8 is a 2G GSM and 3G UMTS phone with no LTE radio, and its 3G runs on 900/2100 MHz, the bands used in Europe and Asia rather than the US. US carriers retired 3G in 2022 and T-Mobile shut down 2G GSM on August 3, 2026, so the W8 gets no US voice or data service today. Lock state is per listing; see the network status line in the table. Realistic uses are export to markets with live UMTS 900/2100 or 2G service, collector sales, props, and Wi-Fi-only use of the Walkman player and apps.
Resale fit
- Collector and enthusiast shops that follow the Walkman phone line and early Sony Ericsson Android models.
- Export to Europe, Africa, and Asia, where UMTS 900/2100 or 2G GSM service remains live.
- Film, TV, and theater prop departments that need a 2011-era compact Android.
- Wi-Fi-only resale as a pocket music player with the Walkman app.
Ordering from TG Wireless
TG Wireless sells to the trade. Pricing is shown to approved dealer accounts, and your account manager confirms availability, quantities, and grade mix before invoicing. Orders typically ship within 24 hours of order placement by FedEx, UPS, or DHL, within the United States and internationally. TG Wireless's 12-month warranty applies, with coverage and RMA handling per your order documentation. Resellers with a valid resale certificate are not charged sales tax. The FAQ covers account setup and shipping questions.
