Today Sony Ericsson announced two additions to their entry-level J series of handsets. The new J110 and J120 are virtually identical except for the slightly more upscale J120 having a built-in FM radio and support for only 900/1800MHz GSM networks, while the less expensive J110 is available in both 900/1800MHz and 850/1900MHz GSM versions.

Both devices have capacity for up to 200 contacts and 100 SMS messages in their built-in memory, and sport 16 voice polyphonic sound systems. In order to keep things simple for novices, the J110 and J120 both make use of a very simple user interface where one menu option icon appears on the screen at a time, similar to the way old Nokia Series 40 devices used to work. The system is somewhat necessary since the J110 and J120 handsets use a fairly low resolution 96x64 pixel, 65k color CSTN display.

Other features include an alarm, a calculator, and a simple reminder system. Both devices measure up at just under 17mm thick and should be good for up to 9 hours of talk time or up to 16 days of standby time, according to Sony Ericsson.

The J120 will be available in a night black color scheme, and the J110 will be available in precious purple, smooth grey, and soft cream color schemes when the devices ship in Q2 of this year. Sony Ericsson did not reveal any pricing information.