Ericsson P800: Sony Ericsson's First Touchscreen Smartphone — Complete Guide

2002 was an extraordinary year for mobile telephony. While many manufacturers were still thinking in terms of "phones with a few extra features," Sony Ericsson launched the P800—a true smartphone with a touchscreen, camera, Symbian operating system, and a design that seemed to come from a decade later.

The history of the Ericsson P800

The P800 was born from the merger of Sony and Ericsson in 2001. Ericsson brought its experience in telephony, Sony brought design and media experience. The result was a unique device for its time.

The touchscreen was an absolute novelty in the mass consumer market of 2002. The P800 managed it with a stylus and supported both handwriting and a virtual keyboard.

Technical specifications

  • Type: Smartphone with removable flip
  • Display: TFT touchscreen 208 x 320 pixels, 65,536 colors
  • Operating system: Symbian OS v7.0
  • Camera: 0.3 megapixels (CIF)
  • Connectivity: GSM 900/1800/1900, Bluetooth, IrDA
  • Battery: Li-Ion 900 mAh
  • Memory: 16 MB integrated + Memory Stick Duo slot
  • Weight: 158 grams

The removable flip

One of the P800's most original features was its removable flip on the lower part. With the flip closed, the touchscreen was fully accessible. With the flip open, the numeric keypad was revealed. With the flip removed, the device became a pure PDA. Three modes of use in a single device.

Collector's value in 2026

The Ericsson P800 is highly sought after by vintage smartphone collectors. A working unit is worth between €50 and €150. With all original accessories, the value increases.

Where to find an original Ericsson P800

Infosate has a selection of vintage Sony Ericsson smartphones. Check out our collection to find the P800 and other models from the P series.

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