Help me pick a phone (and be rewarded)

The time has come for me to buy a new phone. And a smartphone for that matter, which I never had. I hate looking through million of types of phones and never knowing what to pick. So I'd like for you lovely folks to help me. I'll try to make it short and to the point.

What I have in mind:

• It has to be a Sony phone (unless you're willing to try to persuade me others are better ^^).
• Iď like for it to have a comfortable way of messaging (big enough letters, ability to turn of auto-correct, etc.).
• Iď like for it to have an easy and reliable way to use the internet (wi-fi) and browsers.
• Price around $250/185€.

I really am a noobie when it comes to smartphones. I use my phone mainly for calls, messages and internet. I don't care about the camera, music or whatnot.

Edit:

Holy guacamole, I didn't expect so many replies! It took me a while to go through your recommendations, but since a lot of the phones were over my budget or not even available here, it wasn't that hard to pick one.

Here is my thank mew!

I will close this thread once the giveaway ends.