Cell phones are a varied and plentiful product on today's electronics market. Companies compete to create the most user friendly, powerful, versatile, and small device so that your mobile communication is easier. Sony Ericsson produces premium mobile devices for the consumer that is serious about their mobile phone and won't accept anything less than the best. The j220a is an entry level phone in the Sony Ericsson line of cell phones. It features all of the basic functions you expect from an ericsson phone, and even goes further in terms of aesthetics and user interface. The user can select from a few different menu options to get the most visually pleasing and intuitive menu for their tates. On top of that, covers are available that change the phone's look, allowing the user to put a personal touch on the device. None of this, however, means anything without solid applications and design pieces. Features like conference calls are all available at the push of a button. A full range of messaging is available, including SMS and MMS. A WAP 2.0 compliant pocket browser allows you to access news, email, entertainment, and other internet sites from anywhere. It's all powered by GPRS Class 8 High-Speed data transfer systems, so speed an functionality are there. The phone is of block design, so the screen sits at the top and the keypad sits below it. This design is proven and easy to use. Last but not least, you can get the phone in smooth black or sky blue.