Hi,
Today Xperia Tablet S starts selling in U.K., just want honest opinion from actual owners, is it worth buying?
Share your views and brief opinion about ur Xperia Tablet, m wondering if anyone purchased yet :silly:
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My other options are:
1. NEXUS 7 (cheap n best, but not yet available in SG)
2. Galaxy Note 10.1 (pricy n not as smooth as SGS3 or Nexus 7)
I actually just sold my Nexus 7, it wasn't what I was hoping for, smooth yes, but lacked functionality and was "too" Google for me.
The Xperia is launched tomorrow, not today - i've already got one reserved which i'll pic up tomorrow, but the store has said I can play with the demo model first
SWFlyerUK said:
I actually just sold my Nexus 7, it wasn't what I was hoping for, smooth yes, but lacked functionality and was "too" Google for me.
The Xperia is launched tomorrow, not today - i've already got one reserved which i'll pic up tomorrow, but the store has said I can play with the demo model first
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M also quite certain that I will buy XTS once its available in Singapore, just hope it gains popularity amongst devs !!
Nexus7 in malaysia is not so cheap. Could get the tablet s or acer iconia for that said price.
A friend of nine has the tablet s, and i really like it, so am really interested with the tablet s. Would probably buy it. But i atleast need root to install ubuntu.
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That be me - have posted a small review too.
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Nexus7 is too small,16G is too small,samsung 10.1 is expensive, tablet s will upgrade to 4.1,so i will choice tablet s.
Agreed. As I've said before, anyone upgrading/downgrading from a Tablet S to a Nexus 7 (or vice versa) should be bloody sure they know what they're doing. The two devices are a whole different beast to use and live with. That 2.4-inch difference in screen sizes changes a lot. There's also the many differences in functionality and features that mean thy are each suited to a completely different user style. Each to their own, I guess, but I'm always surprised.
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Agreed. As I've said before, anyone upgrading/downgrading from a Tablet S to a Nexus 7 (or vice versa) should be bloody sure they know what they're doing. The two devices are a whole different beast to use and live with. That 2.4-inch difference in screen sizes changes a lot. There's also the many differences in functionality and features that mean thy are each suited to a completely different user style. Each to their own, I guess, but I'm always surprised.
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Totally agree with you. Ultimately, i think the buying decision should be what you're using your tablet for, hence for me, i chose the sony tablet s for its screen size (reading comics, magazines). Im not comfortable with 7inch form factor. Specs imo should come second. Real time user experience should always be first.
With that said, the new kindlefire HD's (7.0 & 8.9) is givin me the headache at the moment. Seems like a very decent offerings from amazon.
lerijiso said:
Totally agree with you. Ultimately, i think the buying decision should be what you're using your tablet for, hence for me, i chose the sony tablet s for its screen size (reading comics, magazines). Im not comfortable with 7inch form factor. Specs imo should come second. Real time user experience should always be first.
With that said, the new kindlefire HD 8.9 is givin me the headache at the moment. Seems like a very decent offerings from amazon.
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I think Xperia Tablet S is pretty good option right now..price wise also its Ok.
I am waiting for SG release..will definitely buy one.
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xperiax10.awesome said:
I think Xperia Tablet S is pretty good option right now..price wise also its Ok.
I am waiting for SG release..will definitely buy one.
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It certainly looks good aesthetically. From what i've heard, Sony seems to have addressed the problems with the previous tablet, (wifi, speakers, etc). The aluminium body and splash resistant is a plus definitely.
How much do you reckon the price is gonna in Singapore? Any idea?
lerijiso said:
It certainly looks good aesthetically. From what i've heard, Sony seems to have addressed the problems with the previous tablet, (wifi, speakers, etc). The aluminium body and splash resistant is a plus definitely.
How much do you reckon the price is gonna in Singapore? Any idea?
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Price will be somewhere around SGD 500 for the 16gb WiFi version...not more than that !!
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That be me - have posted a small review too.
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Where is?
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Its in the general board, calld Sony Xperia - My experiance
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Its in the general board, calld Sony Xperia - My experiance
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Is it too difficult for you to create a small video showing the scroll ora other things?
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I just got mine a couple days ago.. I had a nexus 7 but it just wasnt enough.. my gf has the galaxy tab 10.1 ... its nice.. but this xperia tablet s is way smoother, lighter, and the design is quite nice in my opinion.. overall im quite happy i bought this one.. hope that helps in your descision... just waiting for a developer now to give us some root access...
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I just got mine a couple days ago.. I had a nexus 7 but it just wasnt enough.. my gf has the galaxy tab 10.1 ... its nice.. but this xperia tablet s is way smoother, lighter, and the design is quite nice in my opinion.. overall im quite happy i bought this one.. hope that helps in your descision... just waiting for a developer now to give us some root access...
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Is faster than the galaxy tab?
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Is faster than the galaxy tab?
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I agree with the comments. Mine is very smooth, light, and the design is so Sony! ha ha. Superb tablet
I can answer any question if anyone wants more info about it
reg6ft3 said:
I agree with the comments. Mine is very smooth, light, and the design is so Sony! ha ha. Superb tablet
I can answer any question if anyone wants more info about it
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Post a mini review!!! :victory: What was your previous tablet?
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I got rid off my Sony Tablet S.....it was too buggy
What should I buy now?
GALAXY NEXUS 7 !!!
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Thats what I've ordered :good:
Well none of the android tablets are good, its a fact, so there is NO point putting huge amount in androids right now, I am also buying NEXUS7.
My wish is to have XPERIA TABLET !!!
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Anyone planning for google nexus 7?
Should I preorder?
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xperiax10.awesome said:
Well none of the android tablets are good, its a fact, so there is NO point putting huge amount in androids right now, I am also buying NEXUS7.
My wish is to have XPERIA TABLET !!!
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You say that android is no good and then you say you're buying a Nexus 7 ?.Make up your bloody mind
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You say that android is no good and then you say you're buying a Nexus 7 ?.Make up your bloody mind
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Can you read the whole sentence again read properly before commenting on any post, m buying nexus7 coz its cheap..
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What the hell has this to do with "tablet S General"?
It really has nothing to do with Sony but for the record, I'm not buying the Nexus 7 tablet, for a start I don't like the fact it has a phone user interface, yes, it's smart but it's Jelly Bean, any device with Jelly Bean would act in the same way - seeing as though Sony has confirmed Jelly Bean for this device than i'll wait thanks!
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Well none of the android tablets are good, its a fact, so there is NO point putting huge amount in androids right now, I am also buying NEXUS7.
My wish is to have XPERIA TABLET !!!
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Well if none of the android tablets are any good then why are you getting another one ?
I am waiting until they release a Nexus10. I bought the original Galaxy Tab 7" thinking that I preferred the smaller tablet as I could grip it in one hand. Then I bought the Sony Tablet S and I love the larger screen.
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Sony has confirmed Jelly Bean for this device
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Source?
xperiax10.awesome said:
Well none of the android tablets are good, its a fact, so there is NO point putting huge amount in androids right now, I am also buying NEXUS7.
My wish is to have XPERIA TABLET !!!
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I'm with Gramon on this one. As cheap as a Nexus 7 is, it's missing too many features for me, and that 7" form factor is just too small after upgrading my old GT-P1000 7" Galaxy Tab for the Sony's glorious 9.4". I would never go back.
For an added bonus, I don't know what problems you guys are having. I have the occasional WiFi disconnect (saves battery so I live with it), but everything else about mine is still great.
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I'm with Gramon on this one. As cheap as a Nexus 7 is, it's missing too many features for me, and that 7" form factor is just too small after upgrading my old GT-P1000 7" Galaxy Tab for the Sony's glorious 9.4". I would never go back.
For an added bonus, I don't know what problems you guys are having. I have the occasional WiFi disconnect (saves battery so I live with it), but everything else about mine is still great.
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Totally agreed. I want a nexus7 just for the ease of carrying, nothing more. You cant do anything productive with a 7inch tablet. it really depends with what youre using the tablet for. For me, its reading magazines and comics, so 7inches is too small for a comfortable viewing (ive tried the galaxy tab7, not so nice) so 10 inches is the most appropriate, for me. It really depends on what youre mostly using it for. I agree with the wifi thing, it saves battery.
For the mean time ill be sticking to my tablet s till the xperia tablet is out, the folded magazine design still wins me over other tablets.
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M still cnfsd...........options are
1. Sony Xperia Tablet
2. Microsoft Surface
3. Nexus 7
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M still cnfsd...........options are
1. Sony Xperia Tablet
2. Microsoft Surface
3. Nexus 7
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I swear I should just keep this on clipboard!
The Nexus 7 is cheap and relatively capable, but doesn't have have any of the bells and whistles, and most importantly is much smaller at 7". This will be particularly noticeable when reading and watching videos. It is however much more portable.
The Surface is currently unavailable so pricing is an unknown at this point. The Surface is much larger and is aimed at more of a laptop-replacement than most others. It runs Windows 8 which you will either like or absolutely detest. It will come in two variants: the more power-efficient, thinner and lighter but feature-limited ARM version and the larger x86 version with extra ports, processing power and the ability to run full Windows including legacy apps. The OS is its biggest feature and that's a personal choice.
The XPERIA tablet is designed as a replacement for the Tablet S and is slightly thinner and lighter, but with a more conventional form factor. Beyond that, who knows. It hasn't been announced yet (expect that at IFA), but it will probably be a Tegra 3-powered device similar to the S, but a bit more conventional. This is all complete hearsay, so do not put confidence in it.
My final message would be: don't decide now. Wait until after IFA and after more details about the new generation of tablets emerge. Then decide, but remember the golden rule:
There is no best tablet, only the best tablet for a specific purpose.
Waiting till September
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Waiting till September
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Also, this might just be me, but if you already have a Galaxy Note, a 7" Nexus 7 is probably not the right choice for you. There's only going to be 2 inches of difference between them. This is just my opinion, of course, but make sure you try out a Nexus before you go buying one.
I recently received my White Xperia Z Ultra and made a few videos on what i consider the Good and bad points.
If you have any questions or would like me to answer any question or make other videos, then please leave me a message.
Thanks and have a great day!
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Search YouTube for: Sony Xperia Z ULTRA - The GOOD Points.
Thanks. I have a lot more content too and more Z Ultra videos are coming
Link
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bi2Yy8uh4xs&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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Thanks for that my friend. I really appreciate it.
I am also open for video requests or any other things you would like to know or see about the device. I have a free weekend you see
Thanks again.:good:
ScottishSwan said:
Thanks for that my friend. I really appreciate it.
I am also open for video requests or any other things you would like to know or see about the device. I have a free weekend you see
Thanks again.:good:
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Thanks for the videos mate... How are you finding the sound quality and volume out of the internal speaker, during gaming and video playback? :good:
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Thanks for the videos mate... How are you finding the sound quality and volume out of the internal speaker, during gaming and video playback? :good:
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No problem
To be honest, i am finding the speaker perfectly capable. Not as good as the HTC One obviously but it is better than the normal Xperia Z.
However, i often use headphones so i do not disturb others around me when i am watching video or listening to music etc. The speaker does sound good though and i have not had any issues with it. It sounds quite smooth, also rather full and not tinny. The sound it produces feels like it has some body to it at least.
Where did you get it? I'm trying to get my hands on one in Norway, but it ain't easy. I guess i'll just have to wait until it gets released in Europe in september, but i'm just curious. Nice video btw! I'll take a look at the "BAD POINTS" video now
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Where did you get it? I'm trying to get my hands on one in Norway, but it ain't easy. I guess i'll just have to wait until it gets released in Europe in september, but i'm just curious. Nice video btw! I'll take a look at the "BAD POINTS" video now
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I ordered mine from a store in Hong Kong. Received it about 6 days after ordering. However I had to pay about 1500,- DKK in customs tax. Total cost was 6900 DKK. I was kinda desperate and had no intentions of waiting until September lol
But yeah, I love the phone. Really really amazing device.
Nice videos, thanks I'm really torn between this phone and next note3
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danilos2k said:
Nice videos, thanks I'm really torn between this phone and next note3
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I was the same as you but to be honest 2 things made up my mind.
1: the note 3 will have worse design and look uglier than the Z Ultra. Not as premium.
2: it won't be as big either. I want the biggest phone I can carry so yeah
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I ordered mine from a store in Hong Kong. Received it about 6 days after ordering. However I had to pay about 1500,- DKK in customs tax. Total cost was 6900 DKK. I was kinda desperate and had no intentions of waiting until September lol
But yeah, I love the phone. Really really amazing device.
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Can you please post the link? It's LTE version?
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danilos2k said:
Can you please post the link? It's LTE version?
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LTE version will be release around mid September.
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LTE version will be release around mid September.
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Here in Denmark we get 3G speeds up to 25 mbits easily. LTE is not really needed by me. I just consider it a battery drain
ScottishSwan said:
I ordered mine from a store in Hong Kong. Received it about 6 days after ordering. However I had to pay about 1500,- DKK in customs tax. Total cost was 6900 DKK. I was kinda desperate and had no intentions of waiting until September lol
But yeah, I love the phone. Really really amazing device.
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What did it cost you in total in £ Sterling mate? :good:
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What did it cost you in total in £ Sterling mate? :good:
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It cost me £775 including customs vat. Expensive I know but yeah. Being a tech geek isn't cheap haha. Plus I really did not want to wait 2 months for the European release.
Honestly though, I paid about £500 for the HTC one on release and I felt disappointed and had buyers remorse fairly fast.
However, having spent almost £800 on the Z Ultra, I feel nothing but happiness because the device really is that good. I can't emphasise enough just how blazing quick the phone feels and how beautiful the screen is.
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It cost me £775 including customs vat. Expensive I know but yeah. Being a tech geek isn't cheap haha. Plus I really did not want to wait 2 months for the European release.
Honestly though, I paid about £500 for the HTC one on release and I felt disappointed and had buyers remorse fairly fast.
However, having spent almost £800 on the Z Ultra, I feel nothing but happiness because the device really is that good. I can't emphasise enough just how blazing quick the phone feels and how beautiful the screen is.
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I was tempted to do it myself but for the sake of just over a month I think I'll wait. The UK retail is £612 at clove, and that is with a few accessories. I might be able to pick it up cheeper elsewhere.
Im on 3 and due for an upgrade. They have already said they will carry it, but unfortunately I think its going to be bootlocker unlockable version. I will just shop around and pick one up then go on a sim only contract.
Im also waiting to see if someone will bring out a powerjacket device like they did for the Xperia Z.
Looks like it will me my next device though. I like big phones, I have a note 2 and I just bought the mrs the 6.3" mega (she has basic needs). All in all really looking forward to it.
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I ordered mine from a store in Hong Kong. Received it about 6 days after ordering. However I had to pay about 1500,- DKK in customs tax. Total cost was 6900 DKK. I was kinda desperate and had no intentions of waiting until September lol
But yeah, I love the phone. Really really amazing device.
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Ah OK, thanks. I think i'll just wait for it to hit the stores here One other thing, how are third party apps? Are they running in phone mode? Tablet mode? I'm going to kick it into tablet mode when the ZU gets rooted (if all apps are running in phone mode), since i personally think it's a waste of space to use phone mode on a screen this size.
First of all thanks for the vids. A bit worried on the battery front so waiting to see what note 3 has to say for itself. You did say battery is as good as note 2 which works well for me st the moment. What a beauty! Home run for Sony at long last.
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Fantedon said:
First of all thanks for the vids. A bit worried on the battery front so waiting to see what note 3 has to say for itself. You did say battery is as good as note 2 which works well for me st the moment. What a beauty! Home run for Sony at long last.
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Pretty much all of the apps I have tried use tablet mode. You can even install tablet apps from the play store.
Its really really nice!
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Ah OK, thanks. I think i'll just wait for it to hit the stores here One other thing, how are third party apps? Are they running in phone mode? Tablet mode? I'm going to kick it into tablet mode when the ZU gets rooted (if all apps are running in phone mode), since i personally think it's a waste of space to use phone mode on a screen this size.
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Pretty much all of the apps I have tried use tablet mode. You can even install tablet apps from the play store.
Its really really nice!
Nice videos.
I have few questions.
1. Are you facing overheating issues, have you tried playing heavy HD games for long hours. If it does overheat how bearable is it??
2. Few Xperia Z users who have faced with overheating issue have found out that the glass panel has raised near the camera, which is the place of overheating. were you able to see any such issue if it's overheating??
3. Does the screen work if we put the device to a sweaty face ?? our sweat contains a little amount of salt, so if i put the device near to my sweaty ear, will it affect the device and make it unusable ??
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Is it still recommendable to buy a XTZ now given that the nexus 7 has already been released and the note 10.1 has been refreshed? I just sold my ipad 4 and was originally set on buying the nexus 7 but am hesistant because of all the build quality problems.
How is the AOSP program coming along? Are the CM builds usable? What sort of bugs are there?
Thank you
kingofthebraves said:
Is it still recommendable to buy a XTZ now given that the nexus 7 has already been released and the note 10.1 has been refreshed? I just sold my ipad 4 and was originally set on buying the nexus 7 but am hesistant because of all the build quality problems.
How is the AOSP program coming along? Are the CM builds usable? What sort of bugs are there?
Thank you
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I literally Just bought an XTZ 32GB this week (Right after watching Samsung announce the the new Note 10.1), and in the two days I've had it I have ZERO regrets. This sucker is FAST, and the screen is gorgeous!
Haven't used the CM builds yet but I understand there are stable ones out.
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Is it still recommendable to buy a XTZ now given that the nexus 7 has already been released and the note 10.1 has been refreshed? I just sold my ipad 4 and was originally set on buying the nexus 7 but am hesistant because of all the build quality problems.
How is the AOSP program coming along? Are the CM builds usable? What sort of bugs are there?
Thank you
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I would buy another XTZ as opposed to the Nexus or Note tablets, there are too many issues with the Nexus tablets for me and the Note tablets have terrible dev support thanks to Samsung and their lies.
The XTZ is amazing, the AOSP builds have everything working except HDMI/HLL. That's not supported on any device with CM though as far as I know.
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I'd definitely still recommend it!
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I would buy another XTZ as opposed to the Nexus or Note tablets, there are too many issues with the Nexus tablets for me and the Note tablets have terrible dev support thanks to Samsung and their lies.
The XTZ is amazing, the AOSP builds have everything working except HDMI/HLL. That's not supported on any device with CM though as far as I know.
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Are the AOSP builds stable with almost no bugs? how is the battery life?
I'll be getting the 16gb version, correct me if I'm wrong but I can send sms with this thing right? Just no LTE?
Is the battery life that big of an issue?
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Is it still recommendable to buy a XTZ now given that the nexus 7 has already been released and the note 10.1 has been refreshed? I just sold my ipad 4 and was originally set on buying the nexus 7 but am hesistant because of all the build quality problems.
How is the AOSP program coming along? Are the CM builds usable? What sort of bugs are there?
Thank you
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I would definitely buy the XTZ. That's a great tablet, especially for the form factor.
It's brillant to watch movies too. I recently did transatlanctic flights and was happy with the battery drain: only around 15% per movie.
The battery drain is much more important when playing "hard" such as Real Racing 3, and you feel the tablet heat! But I guess this would be the same with all other tabs.
I consider buying it also but:
What about that: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2419767
Does 2x Dualshock controllers work wireless via bluetooth?
buy
IFA is over and you know whats coming this year.
I am using cm10.2. Next step will be a multiboot solution with Ubuntu Touch.
Don`t forget do buy a dock. This is very important->no more opening of the ports (this can really suck)
Color adjustments (white is not Paperwhite) problems at low brightness, bleeding and this torsion problem exist. @cm10.2 i never noticed the torsion problem and the bleeding is minimal.
CM is usable, but i think(know) the SonyUI and 4.2 are a great deal, too.
i would recommend it thou the home screen is still laggy with the 4.2 update
nova etc solve it but cant understand why sony could not fix it
one ques for fellow xtz owners - does appgratis load and open properly on ur xtz ?
Just arrived today ....
I just opened the box a couple hours ago. Fired it up and the battery was at 60%.
Can't put it down.
I was using an HP Touchpad with CM9. Big difference!
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this tablet!
Tablet is still awesome. I just wish I had a case that was as nice to use as the Poetic Slimline but without the weight... So far none of the other cases are as nice.
Iv used mine for some time now, its a great tablet however I think something like the nexus 7, or Z ultra is more comfortable for me, Im trying to sell mine but here in India i dont know anyone who wants to buy it.
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Tablet is still awesome. I just wish I had a case that was as nice to use as the Poetic Slimline but without the weight... So far none of the other cases are as nice.
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Aww don't tell me that, I just ordered the poetic slimline lol
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Aww don't tell me that, I just ordered the poetic slimline lol
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It's still the best case i've seen by far. Just that it basically weighs as much as the tablet.
FYI
If you are using a case without magnetic lock. you can insert a small magnet inside your case cover. magnetic sensor is located at the left side of the front camera( screen facing you ).
screen will automatically turned off when the cover is closed and it will turned on when you open it.
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Poetic slimline from Amazon
I ordered the Poetic slimline from Amazon and I can confirm there is access to the charging port and the weight factor is no big deal.
Excellent case.
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Aww don't tell me that, I just ordered the poetic slimline lol
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Glad to see so many like this tablet, I'm giving serious thought to buying one. I sold my Asus transformer tf300t, my last 2 android phones have been Samsung, my wife has a nexus 7 and I've never owned a Sony android device. The xperia z is probably the best looking tablet I've ever seen and the video reviews I have watched of it just make me want it more.
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Okay.
If you want a 10.1" tablet I'll still recommend the Tablet Z.
If you're happy with a 7" Tablet go for the new Nexus 7.
Both tablets have the same processor, so you won't really notice a difference in performance.
As for the fact that the Nexus 7 runs stock Android without bloatware, it runs slightly faster than the XTZ, but not that much.
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I ordered the Poetic slimline from Amazon and I can confirm there is access to the charging port and the weight factor is no big deal.
Excellent case.
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Yeah, I heard that was the case with the current stock so I went ahead and got it!
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So there was no successor presented at IFA, which makes me wonder why?
The Xperia Z was announced in January and released in February, now we already have the Z1.
The Xperia Tablet Z was announced in February and released in May, and although it's still a good device, it would have needed the some overhaul (things like IP58 instead of IP57, additional GSM voice communication, 3GB RAM, Snapdragon 800 + Adreno 330, better camera).
I am especially curious because the Xperia Tablet Z is already on the remaining stock list at our mobile network operator and pretty much sold out.
I've never had a tablet before, but I'll get two for free when I renew two data plans at the beginning of next year, so I have some more time to wait and see, but if nothing was announced at IFA, when is the next possibility for a successor to the XTZ?
Hi there, I'm thinking of buying the Tablet Z but wonder if its worth waiting for the refresh/successor ?
The only bit of information i can find is this:
http://ipsmart.blogspot.co.uk/2013/07/configure-xperia-tablet-z-2nd.html
I asked Sony and was told they have no information...
You do realize that IFA already happened right?
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You do realize that IFA already happened right?
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Yeah but from what I can remember there was no mention of the tablet ?
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You do realize that IFA already happened right?
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Doesn't mean any more devices can't be announced.
@Zaim2012 , rumours says of a Xperia Z1 Tablet, which will be more like a refresh rather than a new device.
S800 and Triluminous screen, basically. Rest will be the same..
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Doesn't mean any more devices can't be announced.
@Zaim2012 , rumours says of a Xperia Z1 Tablet, which will be more like a refresh rather than a new device.
S800 and Triluminous screen, basically. Rest will be the same..
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Thanks, I guess I'll have a think, I just hope it's not £500 on release.
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Thanks, I guess I'll have a think, I just hope it's not £500 on release.
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Rumors says same price as XTZ now. And XTZ will drop the price. Bad luck for me as I'm getting it in 20 days or so...
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Hi there, I'm thinking of buying the Tablet Z but wonder if its worth waiting for the refresh/successor ?
The only bit of information i can find is this:
http://ipsmart.blogspot.co.uk/2013/07/configure-xperia-tablet-z-2nd.html
I asked Sony and was told they have no information...
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Successor ? Are you kidding? It was only launched in May.
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Successor ? Are you kidding? It was only launched in May.
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And what?
They already presented Z1, succesor of Xperia Z, wich have also been released on May LOL
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And what?
They already presented Z1, succesor of Xperia Z, wich have also been released on May LOL
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According to Wikipedia the xperia z was launched 1st of March (UK) - but hey, I guess that's close enough to May
Anyway, I like what they've done with the Z1. They'll probably do the same with the Tablet Z, I guess.
I was just thinking about the same matter in the other thread in the General section.
My guess is Sony already has it, but didn't show at IFA because they didn't get the software ready in time (considering that they rushed to be able to present the XZ1 with a pre-release software).
The XTZ is already on the remaining stock list at our mobile phone operator, and pretty much sold out, so they will be waiting for the XTZ1 as well. Hopefully it will have GSM voice communication in addition to IP58, Snapdragon 800 + Adreno 330, 3GB RAM and a better camera.
But well, I have time, I'll get my first two tablets (for free) not before the beginning of next year, when my two data plans are due for renewal.
Well the Experia tablet z kitchen edition is now released, is that the successor Lol
http://www.engadget.com/2013/09/12/sony-xperia-tablet-z-kitchen/
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Well the Experia tablet z kitchen edition is now released, is that the successor Lol
http://www.engadget.com/2013/09/12/sony-xperia-tablet-z-kitchen/
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No, that is just a Xperia Tablet Z like everyone else has, but with some kitchen accessories and maybe few apps...
Felimenta97 said:
No, that is just a Xperia Tablet Z like everyone else has, but with some kitchen accessories and maybe few apps...
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Yah, I know I'm just teasing. Lol
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Lol Kitchen edition.
I'm still unsure as to what I should do, go ahead and buy the tablet z or wait for the new one, no info on release date,price and official specs.
Can get the Tablet Z for £350.
There hasn't even been rumours of a successor has there? General wisdom is if you are always waiting for the next one to come out you're never going to have anything
Sony updates their tablets yearly, not like their phones (which are updated like every 6 months), so there wont be a new tablet til may I think (though it was announced first in japan).
I bought one a month ago and its actually pretty god for what I use it to (casual gaming, browsing, reading books, social, etc) and its the best tablet I've come up to light, thin and really really beautiful..
Zaim2012 said:
Lol Kitchen edition.
I'm still unsure as to what I should do, go ahead and buy the tablet z or wait for the new one, no info on release date,price and official specs.
Can get the Tablet Z for £350.
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If you want a damned good tablet then I would go with the XTZ, especially since there aren't even any credible or half decent rumors floating around on an updated XTZ.
If it were me I wouldn't wait another 6 months to get the updated version, one reason being that even if they do update all the components you most likely won't be able to tell. The XTZ is fast as hell, the screen is FHD (even if they updated with a screen like is in the new Nexus tabs you wouldn't be able to tell the graphics were any better), everything I have thrown at it (including Arena and the extra large Daggerfall install running in Dosbox Turbo, both of the GTA games on the market, and a ****load of other resource intensive games) haven't slowed it down or caused any lag whatsoever. If you really have to have the newest processor then wait til Samsung releases their new tabs or wait on the new rumored Transformer pad to drop, just know you could be waiting 6 months or more for those to drop too.
I always craved the latest and best hardware but with the XTZ I don't have that issue anymore, it is able to withstand anything I can throw at it and then some. To me it isn't worth waiting on the next "X" tab to drop, the XTZ is and will be able to stand toe to toe with a lot of the newly released and upcoming tabs.
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If you want a damned good tablet then I would go with the XTZ, especially since there aren't even any credible or half decent rumors floating around on an updated XTZ.
If it were me I wouldn't wait another 6 months to get the updated version, one reason being that even if they do update all the components you most likely won't be able to tell. The XTZ is fast as hell, the screen is FHD (even if they updated with a screen like is in the new Nexus tabs you wouldn't be able to tell the graphics were any better), everything I have thrown at it (including Arena and the extra large Daggerfall install running in Dosbox Turbo, both of the GTA games on the market, and a ****load of other resource intensive games) haven't slowed it down or caused any lag whatsoever. If you really have to have the newest processor then wait til Samsung releases their new tabs or wait on the new rumored Transformer pad to drop, just know you could be waiting 6 months or more for those to drop too.
I always craved the latest and best hardware but with the XTZ I don't have that issue anymore, it is able to withstand anything I can throw at it and then some. To me it isn't worth waiting on the next "X" tab to drop, the XTZ is and will be able to stand toe to toe with a lot of the newly released and upcoming tabs.
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New tablet is slated for spring of 2014 to replace the current XTZ. That was all the info I have gotten from my contact. No specs as of yet though I would expect at least a snapdragon 800. As it stands I'm still very happy I got my XTZ. Great tablet. If I hear more on the new one I will let you all know.
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Thanks for the replies, I've gone ahead and ordered the Tablet Z
@Spectre51 Cheers, Spring 2014 is still about 6 months away so its pointless waiting.
It's been one year. I love this phone.. best ever and now with recent updates and development, even better. But one year is a long time. A year ago this was the latest and greatest.. now I'd like to see a better screen, faster processor, definitely a MUCH better camera & 4K Video.. at least. Sony is starting to fall behind on camera matters and that makes no sense.. Sony makes some of the best cameras and sensors in the world.. but the iPhone camera overall is better and cleaner, Nokia is totally kicking butt, HTC is making some cool new things and Samsung's new sensor technologies starting with the S5 and future phones is serious stuff. The Z Ultra camera is at best OK from 3 years ago standards and the Z1's was a disappointment while the Z2's is yet to be taken for a good ride but seems just a tweaked firmware version of the same hardware.. I don't hear any rumours of a possible successor for the Z Ultra. I wonder when and what Sony will come out with to better this phone just as they've done with the Z2. The Z2 is definitely not revolutionary, just incremental. But that's enough.. improving a great product is a great way to go.
Maybe the Z Ultra wasn't sold as often as expected as this phone isn't for everyone. Sony maybe considers the Z Ultra as some kind of failed experiment...
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Maybe the Z Ultra wasn't sold as often as expected as this phone isn't for everyone. Sony maybe considers the Z Ultra as some kind of failed experiment...
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In fact, I think 100% the same like you. I think not many people buy the Ultra.. such a shame. Is such a wwonderfulphone.. it deserves a follow-up..
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In fact, I think 100% the same like you. I think not many people buy the Ultra.. such a shame. Is such a wwonderfulphone.. it deserves a follow-up..
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nah i dont think it needs a follow up successor phablet *NOT JUST YET., we all know that our 6.4 in screen is quite a lot but as far as XZU is running until now. Its over all performance on both technology and design it is still kicking some butt. as a user from the the 1st Xperia namely the x1., XZU is the far best beast of all xperia in term of its performance and built., for me XZU just need a little push to get along some software upgrade to make the consumer wonder why XZU is worth buying for.,
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nah i dont think it needs a follow up successor phablet *NOT JUST YET., we all know that our 6.4 in screen is quite a lot but as far as XZU is running until now. Its over all performance on both technology and design it is still kicking some butt. as a user from the the 1st Xperia namely the x1., XZU is the far best beast of all xperia in term of its performance and built., for me XZU just need a little push to get along some software upgrade to make the consumer wonder why XZU is worth buying for.,
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Performance never enough. I am waiting for an overclocking kernel that can push the CPU to past 2.5GHz.. easily done.. all Snapdragons have plenty of headroom for overclockin.. in fact tthe new 801 CPU is the same with high speed.. same one with a better GPU.. I bet the 800 could go near 3.0GHz.. my wife has a Samsung Galaxy Mega (less than 1/2 the cost of the Ultra Z) that has a Snapdragon 400 or S4 (..whatever people wanna call it) and it's base speed is 1.7GHz running at 2.3GHz stable with a custom kernel under Android 4.2.2.. totally kicks butt.. also a great phone from Samsung that maybe they will not update..
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Performance never enough. I am waiting for an overclocking kernel that can push the CPU to past 2.5GHz.. easily done.. all Snapdragons have plenty of headroom for overclockin.. in fact tthe new 801 CPU is the same with high speed.. same one with a better GPU.. I bet the 800 could go near 3.0GHz.. my wife has a Samsung Galaxy Mega (less than 1/2 the cost of the Ultra Z) that has a Snapdragon 400 or S4 (..whatever people wanna call it) and it's base speed is 1.7GHz running at 2.3GHz stable with a custom kernel under Android 4.2.2.. totally kicks butt.. also a great phone from Samsung that maybe they will not update..
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Nothing great about that phone. The screen sucks so bad it should be banned.
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Nothing great about that phone. The screen sucks so bad it should be banned.
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Huh? Which phone sucks, the Sony or Samsung? Why? Yellow tint?
pedal2themedal said:
Nothing great about that phone. The screen sucks so bad it should be banned.
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VeEuzUKY said:
Huh? Which phone sucks, the Sony or Samsung? Why? Yellow tint?
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The Galaxy Mega, lol, the pixel density is so low that I could never use it. I set my dpi at 280 on the XZU and it is perfect.
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Performance never enough. I am waiting for an overclocking kernel that can push the CPU to past 2.5GHz.. easily done.. all Snapdragons have plenty of headroom for overclockin.. in fact tthe new 801 CPU is the same with high speed.. same one with a better GPU.. I bet the 800 could go near 3.0GHz.. my wife has a Samsung Galaxy Mega (less than 1/2 the cost of the Ultra Z) that has a Snapdragon 400 or S4 (..whatever people wanna call it) and it's base speed is 1.7GHz running at 2.3GHz stable with a custom kernel under Android 4.2.2.. totally kicks butt.. also a great phone from Samsung that maybe they will not update..
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Did you immersed yourself with this SG mega? And you know over clocking your device will lead you to over heating and its not good for your device.,
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Did you immersed yourself with this SG mega? And you know over clocking your device will lead you to over heating and its not good for your device.,
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Ran the original Galaxy Tab 7 for 3 years at 1.4GHz from 1GHz.. and still working today. Ran the Galaxy Mega for 6 months and going.. and am yet to know anyone frying a phone because of overlooking.. on the other hand, my iPad 3 burned my hands every day at its native speeds. If I could run the Ultra Z any faster, I would. Speed rules and lag cools
Check this out
http://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/new...apdragon-801-soc-launched-500531?site=classic
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Leechoonhwee said:
Check this out
http://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/new...apdragon-801-soc-launched-500531?site=classic
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It will be a beast if marketed correctly. Also if they release sources so people can get best ROMs - many will move from Z Ultra. But what I like on my ZU is build quality if Nubia is close to it - I might get it. If it`s some kind of cheap plastic - I ll wait for ZU2
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It will be a beast if marketed correctly. Also if they release sources so people can get best ROMs - many will move from Z Ultra. But what I like on my ZU is build quality if Nubia is close to it - I might get it. If it`s some kind of cheap plastic - I ll wait for ZU2
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It's half metal half plastic. Build quality definitely not as good as Sony but still better than Samsung i think.
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Anyone who goes from a XZU to a zte needs to have there head examined asap.
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Looks great. The problem is that usually there is positively NO development for these phones. Zero. Typically can't even get it rooted or ever get a recovery for it.. so, for me, useless.
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Looks tempting but then again, with such form factor you need to trim the thickness or it will become harder to grab it. Plus it's not even a Sony, meaning there might not be an android update for it. Even Lenovo doesn't do anything about this.
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mistamikel said:
Anyone who goes from a XZU to a zte needs to have there head examined asap.
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Lol. Gotta give them some credit anyway.
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Looks great. The problem is that usually there is positively NO development for these phones. Zero. Typically can't even get it rooted or ever get a recovery for it.. so, for me, useless.
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Looks tempting but then again, with such form factor you need to trim the thickness or it will become harder to grab it. Plus it's not even a Sony, meaning there might not be an android update for it. Even Lenovo doesn't do anything about this.
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Well I'm quite sure aosp and miui will be supported in the Chinese community. There's a miui for virtually every model from ZTE. Root is definitely possible as ZTE is a strong brand in China.
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hansip87 said:
Looks tempting but then again, with such form factor you need to trim the thickness or it will become harder to grab it. Plus it's not even a Sony, meaning there might not be an android update for it. Even Lenovo doesn't do anything about this.
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Correct! 100% my view also. Great as this hardware is, it's stagnant from its day one. For me, phones and tabs are 25% hardware and 75% what down the road the manufacturer and specially amazing people like the ones in this community, build upon there. No proper support or development makes the hardware utterly useless, no matter how great it is. My almost 4 years old incredible and iconic original Galaxy Tab 7 runs KitKat at 40% higher than its native 1GHz humble single core processor and very limited RAM. It's been years of joy and fun. Where will a "ZTE Nubia" be 4 years later?.. unthinkable. In fact, I'm down to the point of only buying 6 month old+ hardware after there are already fixes, updates, root, recovery & custom ROMs for it.. till then, phones are bricks. I have a friend that quickly bought a Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 in Hong Kong.. probably the most beautiful and near-perfect Tab hardware ever made.. no proper root yet, no recovery and of course endless software bugs and Samsung bloated software that make the unit nearly unusable.. pointless. Give it a few months however and hopefully the hardware will have software to make it justice..
Chinese do not update or support anything they do. They just rush things out. It's their culture. A "support" or "update" usually means, new hardware. Support and updates don't make money. They cost money. The Chinese are not into that. There are 1.4 billion buyers.. they can dilute their needed support into voices that will never get heard and sell in the meanwhile millions of new machines..
a ZTE?.. let me laugh.
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Lol. Gotta give them some credit anyway.
Well I'm quite sure aosp and miui will be supported in the Chinese community. There's a miui for virtually every model from ZTE. Root is definitely possible as ZTE is a strong brand in China.
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Actually as of now, rooting can be achieved because there is a security hole that a root exploit can, umm, exploit. So it is unsecure. If any malicious apk get installed, your phone can be ruined. So for a big company to neglect that aspect indicates that they really don't care for their phone. But it's good for the community i guess as long as they steps in right direction.
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