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Well I have to say I bought the Xperia S with high hopes it would live up to my past experiences of the Sony brand and the spec list on the Xperia S, however it hasnt really.
I have found it laggy and under-whelming even in normal use and dont get me started on those bottom buttons.
Looking at the spec, I would expect it to be a hell of alot quicker and less laggy than it is. Are these things that will be fixed with an update or is this the best we can expect the device to ever be.
Camera, not that impressed. It is capable of very good shots, but doesnt deal well with light, with areas of a image being washed out due to normal light from sky.
Anyone else considering sending it back / selling it, and buying something else?
I just sold it and decided to wait for a Sony model designed for ICS or with better bottom buttons. I thought the phone had too much Bezel area and length for the screen size. I hope Xperia P buttons are more sensitive. I didn't have long enough to see any performance issues. I seem to love my Arc even more now
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I'm thinking of selling mine purely down to the fact ICS is now planned for a late Q2 release which I think is shocking considering this is Sony's flagship device.
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My only disappointment so far is the damn yellow tint on my display, apart from that I would be happy as Larry.
Right thats it, am definitely selling mine. Anyone know what the going rate for one locked to T-Mobile is...was thinking about £330ish
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Right thats it, am definitely selling mine. Anyone know what the going rate for one locked to T-Mobile is...was thinking about £330ish
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Unlocked they are around 429 so 330 ish sounds about right, especially if it's branded with t mobile. So thinking HTC One X?
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Unlocked they are around 429 so 330 ish sounds about right, especially if it's branded with t mobile. So thinking HTC One X?
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I gotta be honest I'm really not sure. I also dunno if i want such a big screen. Stuck the Xperia s back in the box this morning and been using my trusty old iPhone 4 and I kinda prefer the size...but everything high spec at the moment seems to be going the 4 inches route.
I do agree btw what you said about ICS on the XS...it seems to be last in line..though I'm not really sure if it would make an improvement. You happy with yours aside from that?
Im happy with mine xperia s. Im only disappointed with built-in battery ;/
Very happy with the device, no disappointment.
I believe delaying the ICS is the correct decision, rather than rush out a flawed upgrade.
Had mine since release date I have no regrets. I like the build and NXT iface. battery I get just around 30hrs but I am not really a heavy user. Just waiting for the firmware update ICS right now is not a biggie for me. those wanting gs2 good luck to you just remember GS3 ain't that far away. Good luck to the HTC one guys personally I cannot stand sense or TW. Each to their own
XPS still is one of the most beautiful looking Android phone out there. HTC One X looks ugly to my eyes but I just pulled the trigger on it. Should have it next week. I just don't like how HTC phones have that curved edges at four corners of the screen. Decided to give it a chance till I find more details on Xperia P and the capacitive buttons.
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Very happy with the device, no disappointment.
I believe delaying the ICS is the correct decision, rather than rush out a flawed upgrade.
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I completely agree. This is the best gingerbread device on the market currently and one of the best smart phones currently available.
While lack of ICS for the time being is disappointing. The design, hardware and features more than makes up for that.
People are constantly praising my phone how amazing it looks and feels.
I've even had Nexus owners compliment my phone.
We also have the best screen and camera on the market currently.
You'd have to be crazy to give this phone up.
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I completely agree. This is the best gingerbread device on the market currently and one of the best smart phones currently available.
While lack of ICS for the time being is disappointing. The design, hardware and features more than makes up for that.
People are constantly praising my phone how amazing it looks and feels.
I've even had Nexus owners compliment my phone.
We also have the best screen and camera on the market currently.
You'd have to be crazy to give this phone up.
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Well said.
I just ordered the S as my x10 screen shattered...
I really dont like HTC handsets any more due to my experience with the sensation and the crazy overheating issues..
Glad some of you like the S.. bit disappointed to hear the touch sensitive buttons are a pain.. another non smartphone sony had similar buttons...
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I just ordered the S as my x10 screen shattered...
I really dont like HTC handsets any more due to my experience with the sensation and the crazy overheating issues..
Glad some of you like the S.. bit disappointed to hear the touch sensitive buttons are a pain.. another non smartphone sony had similar buttons...
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There's an easy trick to the capacitive buttons.
Instead of pressing the buttons, slide your finger over the area.
Garanteed 100% accuracy everytime.
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I just ordered the S as my x10 screen shattered...
I really dont like HTC handsets any more due to my experience with the sensation and the crazy overheating issues..
Glad some of you like the S.. bit disappointed to hear the touch sensitive buttons are a pain.. another non smartphone sony had similar buttons...
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Touch sensitive buttons never a problem for me, I don't understand how anyone can have problems with them. When I first got the phone it was a bit hit and miss but got used to where I needed to press very quickly. If you have big fingers maybe but otherwise you shouldn't have a problem.
I had the hd2 for two years prior to owning this phone, and I loved it especially as it was easy to root and there are loads of custom roms and tweaks,it was like having a new phone every week.
Xperia S took a bit of getting used to coz I liked sense, still do, but after all the changing of roms it's nice to have everything working out of the box and I wanted a decent camera and video recorder and the one on the xperia is first class.
I'm not totally happy with everything but I haven't been with any phone I've had, the perfect phone doesn't exist, and never will.
I specifically got this for the camera capabilities, any other positives where a bonus.
So overall I'm very happy, but as someone already mentioned, each to there own.
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Mine no laggy. Works good and I have a couple of other flagship like gnex and I still using the xperia s
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I am also very happy with my Xperia S.. Not laggy at all and handles everything very well
Thanks button everyone for the input. Interesting to see all the different viewpoints.
I am still selling mine, though not sure what to replace it with quite yet.
Does anyone know a reliable unlocker for the Xperia S?
Also, are we allowed to post ebay links on xda?
The phone in itself is fantastic im not denying that. What I am [email protected]&:#/ off with is the fact this device is the flagship but is getting ICS after the 2011 devices and im afraid that is inexcusable on Sony's part.
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I've using Arc for about a year now and now I lost it....!!!
I'm planning on buying a Sony Xperia S but I am paranoid becuase of the screen problem which is being discussed on different forum...!!! So my question is, " Is it worth to take chance...??? Should I go for it...???"
Suggestions guys...!!!
Well it's pretty much a lottery if you get the yellow screen problem. Also, if you get the problem, you always get it repaired as its an issue recognized by Sony.
I myself don't have the problem, but if i develop it I really don't care, as it could be sent in .
It's your decision. To me, I don't care, because it could always be fixed .
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I've using Arc for about a year now and now I lost it....!!!
I'm planning on buying a Sony Xperia S but I am paranoid becuase of the screen problem which is being discussed on different forum...!!! So my question is, " Is it worth to take chance...??? Should I go for it...???"
Suggestions guys...!!!
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the phone is very worth a try =)
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the phone is very worth a try =)
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Definitely
I have the S and no screen problems. i also came from the arc and i think the s is the best phone i have had. my pal just got the iphone 4s and he took 1 look at mine and he was hooked. He has the s now and he says he will never go back to apple. Android 1 Apple 0 lol
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Well it's pretty much a lottery if you get the yellow screen problem. Also, if you get the problem, you always get it repaired as its an issue recognized by Sony.
I myself don't have the problem, but if i develop it I really don't care, as it could be sent in .
It's your decision. To me, I don't care, because it could always be fixed .
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People here at Sony center in India are bloody illetrates, when I was talking to them about the issue, they were trying to convience me that there can't be any problem like that...!!! Lolzzz...!!! And I don't think I can afford to wait 15 day for a repair each time my phone develops such problems...!!! I'm gonna make sure they offer me a refund or an exchange then only I'll buy it...!!!
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the phone is very worth a try =)
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Malner27 said:
I have the S and no screen problems. i also came from the arc and i think the s is the best phone i have had. my pal just got the iphone 4s and he took 1 look at mine and he was hooked. He has the s now and he says he will never go back to apple. Android 1 Apple 0 lol
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Definately android is any time preferable to apple...!!! After all customization does matter...!!!
I'm just not sure if I should go for XS or go and buy an HTC One X...!!!
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I've using Arc for about a year now and now I lost it....!!!
I'm planning on buying a Sony Xperia S but I am paranoid becuase of the screen problem which is being discussed on different forum...!!! So my question is, " Is it worth to take chance...??? Should I go for it...???"
Suggestions guys...!!!
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If you liked the Arc, you will love the Xperia S
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If you liked the Arc, you will love the Xperia S
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I liked my arc too much...!!! So much that I felt like crying when someone stole my arc...!!! Lolzzz...!!! But that gives me chance and motive to buy a new phone...!!!
The Xperia s is a great phone but gingerbread on this phone just annoys me terribly.
If you don't mind dated software then go for it. It's outstanding in every other respect especially the display.
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adiktz said:
I've using Arc for about a year now and now I lost it....!!!
I'm planning on buying a Sony Xperia S but I am paranoid becuase of the screen problem which is being discussed on different forum...!!! So my question is, " Is it worth to take chance...??? Should I go for it...???"
Suggestions guys...!!!
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ok so since u are from India, the demo units of Xperia S should be available in market... HTC One X was already released and available, in India, since 2nd April... so go to the shops test out both devices in hand... buy the one you like
coming from the ARC i loved the One X compared to the Xperia S
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ok so since u are from India, the demo units of Xperia S should be available in market... HTC One X was already released and available, in India, since 2nd April... so go to the shops test out both devices in hand... buy the one you like
coming from the ARC i loved the One X compared to the Xperia S
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I just hope demo units to be available here in mumbai...!!! I'll go to croma tomorrow and test both XS and HTC One X...!!! Have never had an HTC before...!!! Lets see...!!!
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I've using Arc for about a year now and now I lost it....!!!
IlSo my question is, " Is it worth to take chance...??? Should I go for it...???"
Suggestions guys...!!!
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I was in similar situation. Being an SE design fan, got Xperia S. I just couldn't accept it after a week of trying hard. Phone felt too long, thick, heavy, lousy capacitive buttons, gorgeous screen, bad idea to have cover for USB port, etc. Got HTC One X and love it so far. Sleek like Arc, and the build quality is way better than any SE phones I've seen.
I miss the simplicity of SE ROMs but i guess i can go customizations soon. Waiting for screen protectors to start using it regularly.
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I love the phone, even love the touch buttons! Just don't like the battery life
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I will have 2 phones. The XS and later the Galaxy s3 when t comes out. I will skip the HTC one X now. I love the design of the XS opposed to the boring outdated rounded corners on every HTC phone. Angular is the new curve.
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I was in similar situation. Being an SE design fan, got Xperia S. I just couldn't accept it after a week of trying hard. Phone felt too long, thick, heavy, lousy capacitive buttons, gorgeous screen, bad idea to have cover for USB port, etc. Got HTC One S and love it so far. Sleek like Arc, and the build quality is way better than any SE phones I've seen.
I miss the simplicity of SE ROMs but i guess i can go customizations soon. Waiting for screen protectors to start using it regularly.
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Hi there
Could you be so kind to write a bit more comparing the two phones? I am trying hard to like my xps but coming from iPhone the hardware is a big step back. My mine worries would be the screen on the one s now getting used to my xps.
Kind regards
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I tried the one x and it's normal htc. Give you the highest spec hardware and that's it. Love my arc and Xperia S way ahead of one x. Lol
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I tried the one x and it's normal htc. Give you the highest spec hardware and that's it. Love my arc and Xperia S way ahead of one x. Lol
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While build quality of one X is better along with specs, I prefer my Arc over one X. At the same time I prefer One X over Xperia S. 4.2 to 4.3" screens are about the perfect size for me. Any bigger means stress on my thumb when pulling down the notification bar. Hope I will get used to One X screen size over time.
Unfortunately, Xperia S design has too much bezel before the screen starts at the bottom. That pushed the top edge of the screen very high making One X screen feel easier on thumb when using notification bar.
I just like Arc so much more and I might actually consider getting Arc C if ICS runs smoothly on it when it rolls out.
has Anyone felt problem with its thickness ?
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has Anyone felt problem with its thickness ?
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I didn't have problem but after using Arc, it just didn't feel right to own a thick one. SE set the trend for thin phone with Arc and when everyone is making thin phones they went back to making a thick XPS. I am not sure what features made it be so thick and soooo long. HTC One X has all features XPS has and still is as thin as Arc.
I think its just the right thickness, but i like having a firm grip of the phone. Coming from HTC Legend btw
Screen is downright amazing, and the only thing i can name as a con is a steep adjustment curve from hw buttons to capacitive buttons.
Y'all have a nice day!
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Hello everybody, roght now I have the possibility to get the Atrix 4G + Lapdock for like 300 USD and I was wondering if you guys who posses this phone recommend me to get it? Currently I have the Xperia Mini Pro, but somehow the touch screen stoped working :s So, if you do recommend the atrix + Lapdock, could you answer me some questions?
1.- Whats the last official Android version this phone has?
2.- Is it hard to unlock the bootloader? (I would get the At&t version, btw)
3.- IS the screen quality good?
4.- Is there any JB (4.1, 4.2) ROMs wich work with the lapdock, the finger scanner and the camera (Photo + video) out there?
Thanks a lot, I really appreciate your help !
The screen is nice..
Search for the others. answers are everywhere.
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Hello everybody, roght now I have the possibility to get the Atrix 4G + Lapdock for like 300 USD and I was wondering if you guys who posses this phone recommend me to get it? Currently I have the Xperia Mini Pro, but somehow the touch screen stoped working :s So, if you do recommend the atrix + Lapdock, could you answer me some questions?
1.- Whats the last official Android version this phone has?
2.- Is it hard to unlock the bootloader? (I would get the At&t version, btw)
3.- IS the screen quality good?
4.- Is there any JB (4.1, 4.2) ROMs wich work with the lapdock, the finger scanner and the camera (Photo + video) out there?
Thanks a lot, I really appreciate your help !
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1. Gingerbread 2.3.6
2. not really.
3. Its okay compared but there are better displays.
4. No.
these question are very simple so search next time to keep the forum clean.
IMO that's a ripoff. I got mine for 150 with a lapdock 6 months ago. For 300 you could do much better.
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IMO that's a ripoff. I got mine for 150 with a lapdock 6 months ago. For 300 you could do much better.
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Oh, really? Where? (If it's possible to tell me) I could also get the LG Optimus G for like $400, but unfortunately it's CDMA and it's locked, so I wouldn't be able to use it with my carrier (Telcel),
EBay
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I recommend Samsung galaxy note or s2. I am very happy with my note on 4.2.2 jellybeer
And for future reference xda has a search feature and sections for questions
4.2.2 Jellybeer? I want that upgrade!
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Never buy this phone, it will never run a clean JB rom. The lapdock isn't worth it.
For 300$ you can get a Galaxy S2 or Galaxy nexus. At 350$ you can have a Xperia S.
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Hello everybody, roght now I have the possibility to get the Atrix 4G + Lapdock for like 300 USD and I was wondering if you guys who posses this phone recommend me to get it? Currently I have the Xperia Mini Pro, but somehow the touch screen stoped working :s So, if you do recommend the atrix + Lapdock, could you answer me some questions?
1.- Whats the last official Android version this phone has?
2.- Is it hard to unlock the bootloader? (I would get the At&t version, btw)
3.- IS the screen quality good?
4.- Is there any JB (4.1, 4.2) ROMs wich work with the lapdock, the finger scanner and the camera (Photo + video) out there?
Thanks a lot, I really appreciate your help !
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Why would you pay $300 for a 2 year old phone? Lapdock included it still isn't worth it. Buy a Nexus 4 or something, it's also $300 and 3 months old. The Atrix 4G was a great phone though, just a little outdated now..
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4.2.2 Jellybeer? I want that upgrade!
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Perhaps when/if the new kernel gets finished there will be a port to atrix someday
Please don't get this phone.
To be frank, buying the Atrix is something i regret in hindsight. I bought the phone in September when Motorola had still not changed its mind regarding releasing an ICS update. I bought mine for $220 without lapdock but with the promise that the phone would get an update and with that came the assurance that the community support would motor along nicely for another 2-3 version of the Android at the very least (considering the Atrix's powerful hardware).
Also, do not look the Atrix's way if you are into watching videos on your phone a lot. As already mentioned, the Atrix's screen quality absolutely sucks. I love all the other bits about my Atrix though and won't be selling it off anytime soon.
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To be frank, buying the Atrix is something i regret in hindsight.
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I love all the other bits about my Atrix though and won't be selling it off anytime soon.
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So to recap: you love almost everything about your Atrix and won't be selling it anytime soon, but you regret ever buying it.
Huh? Makes no sense to me.
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So to recap: you love almost everything about your Atrix and won't be selling it anytime soon, but you regret ever buying it.
Huh? Makes no sense to me.
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I get the confusion you are talking about.
I love the rock solid build of the Atrix, love the SQ on the phone, the high PPI which makes reading and browsing an absolute pleasure, the high brightness level of the display that is quite useful when outdoors in the sun, the battery life that gets me well through the day in spite of my phone being bundled with the BH5X unit rated at 1540 mAH, it's 16 GB inbuilt storage in addition to support for memory cards, and some real powerful hardware.
My regret is based on a couple of things only, the unsatisfactory screen unit and Moto's ditching of the phone. More so since i could have got a phone with better display and official support for the price i paid.
So in that sense, i do not want to sell it anytime soon but i am not confident if i can hold out with the Atrix in the long run.
Sorry if it still doesn't make sense to you .
Thank you all, I won't get the Atrix, maybe I get the Optimus G
Hey guys
So the title says it all really
I can get both for around the same price, a couple of £'s here and there difference
I love the Xperia Z ultra because of the thinness of the device and how powerful it is, im not to fussed about the camera or that it has no flash. the battery life looks good too, and i must say the screen is the best feature with that X reality engine and Bravia engine, it looks amazing.
Bear in mind im getting either or after xmas, 6 months later im due an upgrade so should i go to a 5" device now and then bigger in June when my contracts up
I love the Xperia Z1 because its still pretty thin and has the same specs, battery life looks to be around the same, and that camera would probably come in handy eventually
what do you guys think?
Ive posted this in both Z1 and Z Ultra thread to get an idea of which to get
Jack
Sony store. You'll pay a little extra, but then you have peace of mind.
I got mine through an online store. Saved $100, but ended up paying more...
Sent it back for repair, had to pay for it to be send back to me... and 7 weeks later its still not arrived back.
www.buybuybox.com
** DO NOT BUY FROM THEM **
It all comes down to size and screen (and camera).
- If you want a phablet, get the Ultra
- If you want the best screen, get the Ultra
- If you want the best camera, get the Z1
That's about it.
Depends on what you want more now a big screen or small screen . And the type of phones coming out in sort of 6months time. I have my xzu and HTC one at the same time and it's pretty awesome. But I would say xzu is great because it's very big I use it as a video player audio book player and mostly satnav in my car for work. Only problem with the waterproof Sony's is the sound quality I'm not fussed about loudspeaker but the actual phone headset in call is dreadful.
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I think ill get the Z ultra xD
I think xzu is better because you get more screen size with better display but with cheaper price (at least xz1 is around 150US$ more here) phone camera can be easily fixed should you choose to buy qx devices. So unless you have problem of small hands, xzu is a better way to go.
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I think ill get the Z ultra xD
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I had the same confusion as you.... I picked up the ZU and never once I have regretted getting it.... The camera to be viewed over the phone is Ok... Noting great and that's all I use it for.... So I'm fine with it... Over ZU demands a lot of attention.... Everyday for the last 2 months.... People have come up to me and said... Woaahh that's amazing... It's good to have a phone that not only is good but actually does turn heads and I'm glad I dint go with the note 3
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I had the same confusion as you.... I picked up the ZU and never once I have regretted getting it.... The camera to be viewed over the phone is Ok... Noting great and that's all I use it for.... So I'm fine with it... Over ZU demands a lot of attention.... Everyday for the last 2 months.... People have come up to me and said... Woaahh that's amazing... It's good to have a phone that not only is good but actually does turn heads and I'm glad I dint go with the note 3
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Exactly why i want it XD
I sold my Z Ultra several months ago and totally regret it. I have had iPhones, a Note 3 and now have a Nexus 5 but I am selling it and getting another Ultra - I really loved the phone particularly the media and gaming experience on it and I was an idiot to sell it! I'm also going to get the bluetooth headset too as I think it will be really useful particularly as it can be used as a phone (so I read) :good:
The same think happened to me exactly as this I now have another new white z ultra loving best phone out there.
I got the HTC one max after selling my z ultra and most nights I do cry my self to sleep... haha. I have got myself a Z1 compact aswell to handle my cravings for Xperia xperience but it is not near the level of the ULTRA but expected. Plus the missus got the all new flashy z2 so I'm upset. I'm hoping there will be a new ultra to go with the very few rumours out therw
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why dont you try waiting and get Z2 Ultra when it is launched
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why dont you try waiting and get Z2 Ultra when it is launched
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if it is ever launched. Nothing has been leaked yet
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I do cry my self to sleep. The missus got the all new flashy z2 so I'm upset.
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Why don't you swap phones? Anything she says, just deny it all. :laugh:
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why dont you try waiting and get Z2 Ultra when it is launched
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Really because I can now buy a brand new one in the UK for around £250 - less than half what it was when it first released. I wont be able to afford the ZU2 straight away.
If there is a new 1 I will have to try save for it hoping there is quite a few changes
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Really because I can now buy a brand new one in the UK for around £250 - less than half what it was when it first released. I wont be able to afford the ZU2 straight away.
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The SXUltra has dropped in price by well over 60%, they are now cheaper than any other comparable phablet. To me its a no brainer. If you like the Ultra buy it yesterday at those prices!
I am not privy to any inside information from Sony. As the Ultra has not been a particular success for the company I would question if they are going to release a second Ultra? They are a very niche market product and expensive when they where introduced. It will be interesting to see if Sony do produce some sort of Ultra 2. The company is losing millions per day though is greatly improving.
Ryland
I've heard a 6.2 inch is in the works. I had a Z2 but swopped it for a Z1 so that it matched my Z Ultra. Anyway I now have best of both worlds, great camera in one and huge screen in the other