I'm coming from a nexus 4.
I'll be sad to see my nexus go but the Z2 looks so good.
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I've tried Sony Xperia Z1 before making the decision to wait and go for Z2. However, I didn't use it as my primary device at any point, so the correct answer in my case would be Sony Xperia S.
You could say I'm a die-hard Sony-fanBOY
From Galaxy S 2, if the developer community is active and Sony releases sources of Z2
LG G2
Need dat micro sd
Also from Galaxy S2, if the Z2 battery life comes anywhere near lg g2.
Sony stock rom looks pretty good to me, I really love miui like notification bar.
Cannot wait for this phone. Coming from a One X+ with abysmal battery life. Hoping this phone will last a while. My only worry is that the phone will be too big.
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mujj said:
Cannot wait for this phone. Coming from a One X+ with abysmal battery life. Hoping this phone will last a while. My only worry is that the phone will be too big.
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Same here, also coming from the One X+ which is still pretty good with custom rom but battery is horrible on this device especially since the update! I'm lucky to get 10hrs out of this device and that's from just going on FB a few times, text messages, handful of phone calls, maybe 1 youtube video clip of 5min. Pretty sad to say the least.
I remember when the Z1 first came out and saw it and thought it was almost Phabletish. Hoping the Z2 isn't any worse. I originally came from an iPhone 4 to the One X+ so big difference in size overall. Thinking maybe now use to this size the Z2 won't seem too big. Then again will have to put something comparable to the Speck Candy Shell case on it for protection, Back Glass is no good. Not sure what the heck Sony was thinking with a Glass backing? Seriously one drop without a case and it's came over and that just a drop from pocket height. Even with a Candy Shell case on my iPhone 4 i had nasty cracked Glass on the back from a simple drop from pocket height INSIDE a Candy Shell case! Zagg front screen protector and hard case the second this device gets out of the box! Also Squaretrade warranty just in case!
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I'm coming from Galaxy S3 with Delta Rom and Boeffla Kernel. I've got quite good battery life with this set up. I was going to get a S5 after skipping the S4 until I saw the specs. It is utter tripe. Time for me to come back to Sony after years of a break. :victory:
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I've tried Sony Xperia Z1 before making the decision to wait and go for Z2. However, I didn't use it as my primary device at any point, so the correct answer in my case would be Sony Xperia S.
You could say I'm a die-hard Sony-fanBOY
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My wife is moving from a xperia s she has been Sony fan boy Girl for more than 10 years!!
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Coming from a Nokia Lumia 920. Had a lot of Androids over the years but wanted to try WP.
At this point i'm pretty fed up with the OS and looking forward to going back to Android. I just hope I wont be disappointed with the camera!
The 920 cam is just awesome!
Galaxy s3 after 2 years excellent service it'll be a sad day to see the old girl get replaced but the Z2 definitely is shaping up to be an excellent upgrade
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Galaxy s3 after 2 years excellent service it'll be a sad day to see the old girl get replaced but the Z2 definitely is shaping up to be an excellent upgrade
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Galaxy S3 here also. Mine has started to have some really annoying bugs and lag after the recent update so I'm actually happy to change it. Terrific phone all in all. Watched a video in bed just now. With Nocs NS400 earplugs I can recommend to anyone wanting better sound quality.
I'll be upgrading from SGS4 at first. Butno more, I'll keep my SGS4 and not upgrade to z2.
Reason : I can upgrade my device in 2nd half of the year, and rumor says z3 will launch in august or september, so I'll wait and see the z3 first. If z3 not showing near it, then I'll still upgrading to z2. :fingers-crossed:
LG G2. My internal storage is running out and I didn't grow to like the plastic back.
Go ahead and laugh but I'm still using a 4-year old smartphone, HTC HD2 running on WinMobile 6.5 with Cookie's Home Tab. Definitely be getting a replacement for it in 2-3 months time.
The top choice now is Sony Xperia Z2 but looking out for HTC M8 a.k.a All New One to see what it has got to offer in terms of that supposedly dual-lens camera.
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Go ahead and laugh but I'm still using a 4-year old smartphone, HTC HD2 running on WinMobile 6.5 with Cookie's Home Tab. Definitely be getting a replacement for it in 2-3 months time.
The top choice now is Sony Xperia Z2 but looking out for HTC M8 a.k.a All New One to see what it has got to offer in terms of that supposedly dual-lens camera.
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IMHO, gimmick. Look at their ultra pixels, it wasn't a game-changer. Just fancy names to confuse the market.
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Ill be coming from a Lumia 1020, but technically speaking i will be keeping the 1020 and use it primarily for dev stuff. Had a Z before this and really enjoyed Sony's support for open source & the Z community.
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ok, i have had HTC phones in the past, however, got an s3 about a year ago and i love it. one of the reasons i left HTC was i was tired of not getting updates in a timely manner (or at all) and the lack of dev support when compared to the GS3 (i am a flash-o-holic). but i am very interested in the ONE.
Anyone that has come over from an s3, i would love to hear what you like or dont about the phone as i am trying to make a decision in the next day or so (one or the s4). The S4 does look great, but its SO close to the s3 in terms of look and general use that i dont knwo if i would really fee like i am getting a new phone.
Thanks!
I came from att and the gs3 and I love this phone. In terms of design and how the phone feels in the hand, there is absolutely no comparison. The phone is definitely snappier and sense 5 is significantly less intrusive then touchwiz. The display is amazing but it does seem smaller then just .1inch(4.7 vs 4.8). I also get much better battery life on the ONE then I did on my gs3. I was in your boat and I debated between the s4 and ONE and I'm glad I made this choice. In the end it is definitely personal preference though.
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I had the S3 before my Nexus 4 and now I have the One.
The One blows the S3 away in every aspect IMO, and I loved the S3. I mean loved it. But the One is my favorite phone EVER, hands down.
I also had an SIII. I went from SIII to the HTC One. However I jumped ship to the Sony Xperia Z. I did have the SIV for sometime but the Xperia Z is really something. It's has been an understatement phone because the HTC One and SIV steal the spotlight but really the Xperia Z us probably far the best to use. All the connectivity things and it has its own BlinkFeed styled app. It's really great.
Try the Xperia Z and the HTC One and see for yourself. The One us a great device but the Sony just has that little something over it
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Flaps for every port? No thanks. I don't need the extra hassle of things that break in a matter of months just to take my phone swimming.
The Xperia Z is definitely a nice phone, but I don't care for the design.
I currently have both the S3 and the One. I use both daily with the S3 being a work phone and the One being my personal phone. It really isn't fair to compare the S3 to the One though. For my use, the One is superior in every way. Battery, smoothness, speed, display, form factor...
I must admit that I am an HTC fan boy coming from a G1, G2, Evo, Amaze, and One S. I did have an S2 for a period before I gave it to my brother and thought it was brilliant at the time though so maybe not completely bias.
Seriously though, when the S3 was announced, I was walking around claiming it as my next device. I was sold. When I went to get one, I couldn't do it. I thought it felt cheap and worth maybe $200. I wandered around and decided I would rather have the One S. It just seemed like a better device. My work then decided to change networks and give us our choice of an S3 or an IPhone. I obviously went with android but quickly found out I had made the right choice with skipping the S3 at launch.
I never felt like the S3 was a better phone than the One S even though it should have been. The screen size was better but I always felt like the One S looked better. I also saw no significant difference in speed. The S3 was better at multi tasking but everyday lags and stutter were no different. They just seemed to be on par with each other. Once I picked up the One, I realized what crap I had been using. The One is just on another level. Compare it to the S4 but comparing with S3 is just being mean.
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Thanks for all the input and suggestions. I really appreciate it. However maybe I didn't state my intent well enough.
I am not trying to compare to an s3. That is my most current phone (had the one s before that) I am considering this over the gs4. I know both those blow the s3 out of the water but that's the phone I am leaving.
As for the Xperia I am definitely interested but don't think the dimensions would work. And from what I have seen the ui is just ok. But I will definitely mess with it when I can. Maybe it will be the one after this (every 6 months!!)
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i too have come from the smasung galaxy phones. i much prefer the htc build quality. for the the samsungs are too plasticky
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i too have come from the smasung galaxy phones. i much prefer the htc build quality. for the the samsungs are too plasticky
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I 1000% agree with you on the build quality. Although i have not had a SINGLE issue with any samsung phone i have had, but for me, build quality is a second priority honestly cause the first thing i do with a new phone is get a good case and screen protector so really all that cool metal doesn't mean a damn thing.
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I 1000% agree with you on the build quality. Although i have not had a SINGLE issue with any samsung phone i have had, but for me, build quality is a second priority honestly cause the first thing i do with a new phone is get a good case and screen protector so really all that cool metal doesn't mean a damn thing.
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Sony doesn't need any protection. But they do give you two InvisiSheild protectors for front and back. Just for the people who are a but scared. HTC One scratches easily... Even in the Offical Double Dip case...
The Xperia Z with the Honami ROM is very great and you should consider it when you go to buy your phone
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Sony doesn't need any protection. But they do give you two InvisiSheild protectors for front and back. Just for the people who are a but scared. HTC One scratches easily... Even in the Offical Double Dip case...
The Xperia Z with the Honami ROM is very great and you should consider it when you go to buy your phone
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Nobody asked about the Xperia Z. Stop trolling
http://www.trustedreviews.com/opinions/why-the-sony-xperia-z-breaks-my-heart
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Nobody asked about the Xperia Z. Stop trolling
http://www.trustedreviews.com/opinions/why-the-sony-xperia-z-breaks-my-heart
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Just giving an opinion... Jesus man... There's basically 3 decent phones on the market (SIV, Xperia Z and HTC One). May aswell look at them all...
I was in the same situation (coming from an SIII) and I'm just giving my opinion just like the rest of the people here. Stop crying if I mention the Xperia Z...
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Nobody's crying. You already mentioned it, and how it's better than the One, and when nobody paid you any attention you made another post about it.
This is the One forum, and someone was asking for experience using the ONE coming from the S3. Your posts do not apply to that topic. You're continuing to post about a phone you're dev'ing for that no one asked about.
Bye.
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Nobody's crying. You already mentioned it, and how it's better than the One, and when nobody paid you any attention you made another post about it.
This is the One forum, and someone was asking for experience using the ONE coming from the S3. Your posts do not apply to that topic. You're continuing to post about a phone you're dev'ing for that no one asked about.
Bye.
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I'm not sure if your reading this correctly... He asked about the One or SIV. I recommended an Xperia and the OP acknowledged it as well. He was talking about cases for when he gets a new phone so I just put a little doubt out of his mind with the Z.
If you have a problem you can leave or just ignore what I'm saying, just like how I ignored you when you were saying how you don't care about the design when I wasn't asking for your opinion... In fact, I was talking to the OP so please, be quiet if no one was talking to you at first.
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Ok, fair enough. My apologies but it still appeared to be trolling IMO
Just to be fair, since you want to compare the One and the Z:
http://www.trustedreviews.com/opinions/htc-one-vs-xperia-z
And all three
http://www.wired.co.uk/reviews/mobile-phones/2013-06/superphones
As much as I love my One, the S3 is still a fantastic phone which could have kept me happy for another year. The only thing that pushed me to upgrade is my wife's phone was dying and she gets my hand-me-downs.
I'm perfectly happy with my HTC One, but if you have a perfectly good S3 you could probably hold out a few more months and see if new Nexus or Note 3 comes out.
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Can't wait to make the jump in a couple weeks. Just messing with a friend's HTC One for 5-10 minutes I was sold on its build quality, and the Dev community (it being internationally flashable) is awesome. Only see positives for this phone in all aspects. So glad to be moving from plastic to QUALITY. I've yet to get a compliment that my s3 looks nice, and the HTC One gets nothing but positive looks.
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Sony doesn't need any protection. But they do give you two InvisiSheild protectors for front and back. Just for the people who are a but scared. HTC One scratches easily... Even in the Offical Double Dip case...
The Xperia Z with the Honami ROM is very great and you should consider it when you go to buy your phone
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yeah.. i am definitely gonna mess with it before i buy. They are supposed to be instore tomorrow so hopefully i can mess with all the options and just pick one up tomorrow before another phone gets tipped and i wait for that one!! lol (its a vicious cycle)!!
DAMN... and now google has to schedule something for the 24th!!!!! i woud expect android 4.3 but hopefully it wont be the nexus 5 (cause that should ship with KLP i would hope) but good thing TMO in CA has a 30 day return policy!! going to the store hopefully today to make my choice.
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ok, i have had HTC phones in the past, however, got an s3 about a year ago and i love it. one of the reasons i left HTC was i was tired of not getting updates in a timely manner (or at all) and the lack of dev support when compared to the GS3 (i am a flash-o-holic). but i am very interested in the ONE.
Anyone that has come over from an s3, i would love to hear what you like or dont about the phone as i am trying to make a decision in the next day or so (one or the s4). The S4 does look great, but its SO close to the s3 in terms of look and general use that i dont knwo if i would really fee like i am getting a new phone.
Thanks!
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Biggest minus for me is the button layout change and missing of menu button. That's a HUGE minus for me. Guess you don't know what's missing till you lost it. But S3 had the sudden death syndrome so it makes no sense for me to dive into S4 when I just got screwed over by S3...
The dilemmas...
Ok, Damn it. This is really starting to become an expensive habit!
Do you plan on keeping your Xperia Z Ultra for a full 12 months?
I've been enjoying this phone, so far so good! Every year I tell myself "this time I'm gonna stick with this one for at least a year" . However it just doesn't seem to workout that way. 2 years with one device seems impossible now, so I'm targeting a full year! I think I'll replace this ZU with another Xperia device if the successor is regal!
Had my Note 1 for a full 3 years before upgrading to the Ultra. Briefly considered the Note 2, but was not interested, so took the Note 8 as a companion, and sold that in 3 months together with the Note 1 to fund for the Ultra, since the Note 3 was not screen-sized to my liking
Perhaps 2 years, seeing the missus is giving me the evil eye (the Note 1 was a gift from her!)
I had around 4 phones last 3 years. But I think i will keep the Ultra for at least 2 years. It is big enough, fast enough, has storage enough. There is nothing i want more. I use the samsung C pen at the side of the pool. It works perfect for me.
I kept my original HTC Evo 4G for a little over three years, and that was back during the period in which each new round of flagship phones had significantly better specs than the last. Now that hardware differentiation is slowing down, I don't think it will be any problem for me to keep the Z Ultra for a full two years. The only thing that might make it difficult for me would be a significantly improved Z Ultra 2.
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This is the second device for me this year. Which is about average. I do reviews of products and then make a few videos about them, and then usually sell them after 3/4 months.
But as for the Ultra... I think I can see me using it until the next ultra comes out.. (or something equally as beautiful but with a better camera)
This device has been the best all round smartphone I've had, with a better camera it would have been perfect!! so... looking forward to the Ultra 2...
In the last three years I have had six devices..I think. I still use my One X as my alarm and toilet mp3 player while taking a dump. My plan for my Z Ultra is two years starting November 7th but I pretty much already know that I will buy a blackberry phone or a smaller device to use along with my ZU but not completely replacing it.
I used to buy new phones every 3 to 4 months, but iOS and Android changed that. I had my Note for two years, but that was only because I couldn't find a good replacement (the Note 2 wasn't a big enough upgrade), but the Ultra is, so I'll keep it at least for a year, and we'll see if anything interesting pops up after that.
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I still use my One X as my alarm and toilet mp3 player while taking a dump.
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Superuser, you are an artist who paints with words.
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I've generally changed phones about every two to three weeks. Which.. Isn't a good thing I don't think lol I always either trade them or sell them and use that money to buy another. In this case though, I feel like I've finally hit a device that is unique enough that nothing else would be able to replace in quite the same way. The screen real estate on this isn't just like using a Note.. The Note really just feels like a blown-up phone, and I hate that. The UI on tablet/phones usually just stretches everything out instead of properly using the 1080p resolution, which is something that this phone's UI does well, even down to the soft keys. So, I'm hoping that I can keep this phone at least for half a year before moving on to the next phone.. Based on the fact that it is basically an excuse for me to be able to carry a tablet around and call it a "phone."
But yeah, my goal is six months.. lol but that would be nothing short of a miracle. As of now though I do want to sell this C6802 and buy myself a C6833 with some accidental insurance from Sony. Then keep that. But, for the time being, extremely happy with this.
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For me, I wish I can stay with my Z Ultra for at least 6 months. I changed phone regularly. The last phone that I've used more than 6 months is Note 2. Subsequently I used Nexus 4 for a month and Xperia Z for 2 months plus. I think Z Ultra is an all rounded device, the issue is just the so so camera. Not so interested on other popular flagships like Note 3 and G2 so I think I'll continue using Z Ultra for some while.
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Had my Note 1 for a full 3 years before upgrading to the Ultra. Briefly considered the Note 2, but was not interested, so took the Note 8 as a companion, and sold that in 3 months together with the Note 1 to fund for the Ultra, since the Note 3 was not screen-sized to my liking
Perhaps 2 years, seeing the missus is giving me the evil eye (the Note 1 was a gift from her!)
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The note 1 was only released in 2011
I had my note since release (around two years) and it lasted well as the note 3 wasn't really much of an upgrade. I can't see the z ultra lasting as long though as it's not as well roinded a device particularly the poor camera, no flash led and the sealed in battery.
John
I've had my my Note 2 for just 7 mos, Nexus 4 for 6 mos, Nexus 7 for 4 mos. Sold all of 'em due to uncontrolled circumstances, but I'm planning to keep my XZU for as long as I can. I think I'm very much satisfied with it. But I'm also planning on getting a backup phone, Maybe a Z1 or just an SP. Definitely, not going back to Samsung.
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Definitely, not going back to Samsung.
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Indeed. I've used Samsung for most of my other smartphones, but this region locking and authentication chips for accessories is just a pure cash grab at the cost of convenience for the consumer.
This is something that we should never support and should let samsung know with our wallets.
I'm hoping to keep this until the next Ultra is about to come out and I'll sell this and get something else, maybe a Note 3 or some oddball "phablet" and then sell that to get the Ultra 2. I haven't kept a phone for longer than a year since I started getting smartphones, and recently it's been less than that.
I love this phone, but have to admit I'm interested by the Lumia 1520 as it's the first high end windows phone and I'd love to see what it's like...
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I'm interested in what Sony does with this phone. It hasn't sold well.
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For me, I wish I can stay with my Z Ultra for at least 6 months. I changed phone regularly. The last phone that I've used more than 6 months is Note 2. Subsequently I used Nexus 4 for a month and Xperia Z for 2 months plus. I think Z Ultra is an all rounded device, the issue is just the so so camera. Not so interested on other popular flagships like Note 3 and G2 so I think I'll continue using Z Ultra for some while.
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Yea I couldn't get into the plastic/plastic design. I really never liked the galaxy design after the SGS2. I like the more squared design of the GS4 & Note 3, but it Sony got this design perfect! They dropped the ball in a few areas, but this screen is so large I think it's the saving grace. I believe this will keep me content as 6.4 will probably be matched by few!
It's Difficult to downgrade on screen size, I'm sure all of us considered Z1 at some point. But after a 5.5" note, I couldn't imagine using a 5.0" Z1 including on-screen buttons.... Noooo Wayyy....
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It's Difficult to downgrade on screen size, I'm sure all of us considered Z1 at some point. But after a 5.5" note, I couldn't imagine using a 5.0" Z1 including on-screen buttons.... Noooo Wayyy....
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This sums all my thoughts. Definitely not going to have a smaller screen like... ever.
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fastest83 said:
This sums all my thoughts. Definitely not going to have a smaller screen like... ever.
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Same here :highfive:
fastest83 said:
This sums all my thoughts. Definitely not going to have a smaller screen like... ever.
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Same here, though I'd like a smaller device to use as my main phone and carry both. I'm hoping for a Nexus 5 but if we can't afford it I'll get a used Nexus 4 to replace the one my wife is borrowing from me.
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
Hey guys. I'm currently using an HTC One and I'm thinking of buying the Xperia Z2 in June. The last Sony phone I used was the X10 Mini and haven't used a Sony since. I wasn't at all impressed by the new HTC One or the Galaxy S5, so basically the only phone left that's even remotely interesting would be the Xperia Z2.
Which brings me to my question: Can Sony be trusted? I have read about several issues with their phones.
Same boat as you. Last sony I had was the standard Sony X10. It was awful. Hated every minute of it. Was not as bad as my nokia 5800 I owned before it though.
Phones since then have been the galaxy S2, galaxy S3, now the LG G2 (best phone so far), and now pre ordered the X2. It looks amazing, and am very excited about it. Might not have it long as im planning (stupidly maybe) to take it to my 3yr old sons swimming lessons and get some underwater video footage of him as he loves swimming underwater! Think the slow motion feature will look amazing. So hoping Sony really is true to their word on it being waterproof
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Well, after using some 9 Sony phones I believe this is the only brand which can be trusted so well. In fact I went a step ahead to import their Xperia Ray when it came out some 2 and a half years ago(means no warranty). Not a single issue still, it has fallen face down, been in contact with water, thrown against the wall and it still works with a scratch! Of course, I had to change its battery twice tho, both times after it fell or I threw it in anger, as the battery went a little fluffy and back plate wouldn't completely lock into its place. Recently got the third battery.
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Well, after using some 9 Sony phones I believe this is the only brand which can be trusted so well. In fact I went a step ahead to import their Xperia Ray when it came out some 2 and a half years ago(means no warranty). Not a single issue still, it has fallen face down, been in contact with water, thrown against the wall and it still works with a scratch! Of course, I had to change its battery twice tho, both times after it fell or I threw it in anger, as the battery went a little fluffy and back plate wouldn't completely lock into its place. Recently got the third battery.
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Good to know, haha. I'm not really into throwing 100's of euros worth of smartphones into the wall though. Being unemployed really makes you contain your anger and focus it on something else, lol. :silly:
Trusted? not really.
Let say this, the quality of the materials is without questioning but with the Software they screwed us from day one on Z1 and with the release of KitKat 4.4 they compleated the mess, which is the worst OS seen on Z1, with all the restrictions.
I own Z1 and now is not worth to sell it to buy the Z2 but everybody who did not buy Z1 I recommend to get Z2 as it is very well improved.
So I think even is Sony cannot be fully trusted I think you will not have regrets to buy Z2.
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Trusted? not really.
Let say this, the quality of the materials is without questioning but with the Software they screwed us from day one on Z1 and with the release of KitKat 4.4 they compleated the mess, which is the worst OS seen on Z1, with all the restrictions.
I own Z1 and now is not worth to sell it to buy the Z2 but everybody who did not buy Z1 I recommend to get Z2 as it is very well improved.
So I think even is Sony cannot be fully trusted I think you will not have regrets to buy Z2.
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Well seeing how Slimesung failed with the S5 (they even managed to mess TW up even more, lol. Uglier and STILL lagging) and HTC failed with the M8 in my eyes (they could have put in a higer MP camera...), the Z2 is the only interesting phone out there, in my humble opinion.
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the Z2 is the only interesting phone out there, in my humble opinion.
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I agree with you, if I will not have Z1 I will go for it too.
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Well seeing how Slimesung failed with the S5 (they even managed to mess TW up even more, lol. Uglier and STILL lagging) and HTC failed with the M8 in my eyes (they could have put in a higer MP camera...), the Z2 is the only interesting phone out there, in my humble opinion.
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I agree with you, at least HTC have tried something different, that vould be classed as usefull, dual camera, its definately, and could be useful. I mean come on, a heartbeat monitor, seriously!! I loved my S2 and my S3. The S4 just did not offer enough to make me change, and my anticipation for the S5 was so high. I was convinced I was getting the S5!!
My partner is now asking why im getting a sony after saying I was going to get the S5 for so long. Well darling, its because it is sh.........
The Z2 is definately the best phone available at the moment, and strangely, I find it beautiful! I really cant wait to own it and (geniunly) go swimming with it (im planning on doing a video of my 3yr old at his swimming lesson).
Still, phone of the year I think in my opinion will be...........the LG G3!
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I agree with you, at least HTC have tried something different, that vould be classed as usefull, dual camera, its definately, and could be useful. I mean come on, a heartbeat monitor, seriously!! I loved my S2 and my S3. The S4 just did not offer enough to make me change, and my anticipation for the S5 was so high. I was convinced I was getting the S5!!
My partner is now asking why im getting a sony after saying I was going to get the S5 for so long. Well darling, its because it is sh.........
The Z2 is definately the best phone available at the moment, and strangely, I find it beautiful! I really cant wait to own it and (geniunly) go swimming with it (im planning on doing a video of my 3yr old at his swimming lesson).
Still, phone of the year I think in my opinion will be...........the LG G3!
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I find the Z2 beautiful as well!
LG? Hah. I have no love for LG. They have pretty much always messed upp software wise. Just look at the kitkat update for the G2...
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I agree with you, at least HTC have tried something different, that vould be classed as usefull, dual camera, its definately, and could be useful. I mean come on, a heartbeat monitor, seriously!! I loved my S2 and my S3. The S4 just did not offer enough to make me change, and my anticipation for the S5 was so high. I was convinced I was getting the S5!!
My partner is now asking why im getting a sony after saying I was going to get the S5 for so long. Well darling, its because it is sh.........
The Z2 is definately the best phone available at the moment, and strangely, I find it beautiful! I really cant wait to own it and (geniunly) go swimming with it (im planning on doing a video of my 3yr old at his swimming lesson).
Still, phone of the year I think in my opinion will be...........the LG G3!
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To be fair i though that on release of kit kat on G2, however I have flashed version 20b on it and suffer no problems whatsoever, I know its not officially release in Uk, but hey, thats why im on xda
I have no experience of Sony updates as if yet so cant comment here with an opinion yet. I know im going to love the Z2, the only thing that worries me is battery, but im hoping with a 3200 battery it will last the day as my G2 does with extreme heavy use.
On a side note, i bloody hate pre ordering phones, hate waiting, have zero patience with things like that at least when my phone does come i will have a new shiny sony tv being delivered for free shortly after, nice bonus considering I would have got the Z2 regardless. Samsung, hang your heads in shame :what:
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To be fair i though that on release of kit kat on G2, however I have flashed version 20b on it and suffer no problems whatsoever, I know its not officially release in Uk, but hey, thats why im on xda
I have no experience of Sony updates as if yet so cant comment here with an opinion yet. I know im going to love the Z2, the only thing that worries me is battery, but im hoping with a 3200 battery it will last the day as my G2 does with extreme heavy use.
On a side note, i bloody hate pre ordering phones, hate waiting, have zero patience with things like that at least when my phone does come i will have a new shiny sony tv being delivered for free shortly after, nice bonus considering I would have got the Z2 regardless. Samsung, hang your heads in shame :what:
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You do know Sony aren't offering a TV, right? It's all on Vodafone UK, mate. Don't wanna defend Samsung, just wanna get the facts out.
Besides, if the battery turns out to be a little on the downside on the stock rom, I'm sure you could flash something that improves the battery. That's why we're on XDA.
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You do know Sony aren't offering a TV, right? It's all on Vodafone UK, mate. Don't wanna defend Samsung, just wanna get the facts out.
Besides, if the battery turns out to be a little on the downside on the stock rom, I'm sure you could flash something that improves the battery. That's why we're on XDA.
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Well to be fair its actually Sony doing the promotion, just through Vodafone, which luckily for me I am on.
TV Offer: Promoter, Sony Mobile Communications. First 3000 eligible pre-orders only before 09.04.14. TV can only be redeemed after first bill payment, between 08.05.14 to 08.07.14. Airtime agreement required. Excludes business customers, except small business (1-4 connections). TV offer Ts&Cs at vodafone.co.uk/sonyxperia
Soon as you recieve tv vodafone dont want to know. Hopefully this means that vodafone are one of the 'trusted partners' that will get the phone on release.
And yes your right on the battery side, but always better to get it running good from stock first as a good base to build on. I am hoping to be honest that people really do decide to avoid the Samsung, not because I hate them as I dont, but because I want them to pull something special out of the bag for the S6. The S3 was such a special phone and I loved it, still holds its own now, especially with a custom rom.
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Well to be fair its actually Sony doing the promotion, just through Vodafone, which luckily for me I am on.
TV Offer: Promoter, Sony Mobile Communications. First 3000 eligible pre-orders only before 09.04.14. TV can only be redeemed after first bill payment, between 08.05.14 to 08.07.14. Airtime agreement required. Excludes business customers, except small business (1-4 connections). TV offer Ts&Cs at vodafone.co.uk/sonyxperia
Soon as you recieve tv vodafone dont want to know. Hopefully this means that vodafone are one of the 'trusted partners' that will get the phone on release.
And yes your right on the battery side, but always better to get it running good from stock first as a good base to build on. I am hoping to be honest that people really do decide to avoid the Samsung, not because I hate them as I dont, but because I want them to pull something special out of the bag for the S6. The S3 was such a special phone and I loved it, still holds its own now, especially with a custom rom.
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I stand corrected
Yeah the battery is important nevertheless
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Don't worry Guys, the battery of Z2 is just massive, I got a hell of day with Z1 and I cannot complain, with Z2 it will be even better.
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Hey guys. I'm currently using an HTC One and I'm thinking of buying the Xperia Z2 in June. The last Sony phone I used was the X10 Mini and haven't used a Sony since. I wasn't at all impressed by the new HTC One or the Galaxy S5, so basically the only phone left that's even remotely interesting would be the Xperia Z2.
Which brings me to my question: Can Sony be trusted? I have read about several issues with their phones.
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yeah there was few problem on xperia z, z1 but it doesn't mean no can trust giant tech manufacture; SONY
But u should w8 for reviews & also users feedback
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it s available in East Asia anyone have it?
Hi all, as a picky customer ive been following the z ultra forum as of a week now, i still havent ordered the phone yet but its the prime contender for me as the system specs are similar to the ones on my now broken LG G2 (r.i.p) it seems like a optimal replacement (and a bargain at the price it carries!!)
i have to say that ive never really had a sony handset before so im not that familiar with th UI, its perks and of course its bugs..
just needed you guys to put the final nail in the coffin on the deal for me as i find that its always best to get some info from "professional" users rather than "over the counter".
soooooo...
could you please tell me some of your praises for this device?? is the sony UI as restrictive as ive heard it to be? is the battery really that good?? decent accessories that you feel are worth getting??
cheers in advance!!!
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Hi all, as a picky customer ive been following the z ultra forum as of a week now, i still havent ordered the phone yet but its the prime contender for me as the system specs are similar to the ones on my now broken LG G2 (r.i.p) it seems like a optimal replacement (and a bargain at the price it carries!!)
i have to say that ive never really had a sony handset before so im not that familiar with th UI, its perks and of course its bugs..
just needed you guys to put the final nail in the coffin on the deal for me as i find that its always best to get some info from "professional" users rather than "over the counter".
soooooo...
could you please tell me some of your praises for this device?? is the sony UI as restrictive as ive heard it to be? is the battery really that good?? decent accessories that you feel are worth getting??
cheers in advance!!!
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Get the GPE version of the Z Ultra which I believe should be cheaper than the international version and runs stock Android.
However if you prefer to have the Sony suites of software then by all means go for the international version.
For the international version, you can flash a port of the GPE rom but you can't flash a port of stock rom onto a GPE set.
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If you want to run different ROMs - get the international version. The GPe 4.4.4 and Lollipop is already ported so they are available.
The problem with the GPe is that it uses a different partition scheme making it unable to use ROMs for the rest of the crowd (C6802/6806-nonGPe/6833). I would therefore recommend a C6806 or C6833 depending on what bands (LTE) you want and need.
Because of the superior selection of ROMs including GPe, I would simply go for a C6833 unless you are absolutely sure that everything else than the GPe ROM is of no interest.
With the "Sony Edition" (C6833 et al) you have great options: Sony ROMs, GPe or AOSP/CM based ones in different flavors. I think this selection is reason enough to go for the Xperia rather than the GPe.
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Get the GPE version of the Z Ultra which I believe should be cheaper than the international version and runs stock Android.
However if you prefer to have the Sony suites of software then by all means go for the international version.
For the international version, you can flash a port of the GPE rom but you can't flash a port of stock rom onto a GPE set.
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As they are in Italy I would not recommend the c6806 in either the Sony version or the GPe, get the c6833 (international). Sony's UI is very 'stock' android with very little bloat and packaged apps. As for battery life, expect 4 to 8 hours of screen on time depending on what you are doing. My GPe version on Lollipop has 5 days uptime, ~20% battery used and it says 13 days remaining on standby with the wifi on - no real use this week as I'm using my other phone.
thanks to all of you for your input.. its really apreciated!!!i think i'll go for the international variant as it seems i have a bit more to play with modding wise... now all i need to do is reach payday and order it!!!
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thanks to all of you for your input.. its really apreciated!!!i think i'll go for the international variant as it seems i have a bit more to play with modding wise... now all i need to do is reach payday and order it!!!
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Just looking at your sig, I think we could be the same boat.
I had 4 years all with HTC phones ( HD2, Ruby, One) and I recently made a first move to Sony phone, this Z Ultra C6833 and have no regret, even one bit. I personally think Sony phone has great battery, very responsive touchscreen, premium quality hardware built etc...which on par with HTC at least, or better.
Sony brand is somehow underestimated on smartphone markets. I didn't think about buying one, until I had one in my hands to try, and I was sold in 3 minutes. With the heavy dropped price on this Z Ultra these days, it's a steal, you'll be more than happy.
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Sony brand is somehow underestimated on smartphone markets.
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In Australasia, Asia and western Europe Sony has very good market penetration. Other than work phones I know more people that have an Xperia than have an ifone here in NZ
Here in italy its not as highly regarded as samsung or LG neither is HTC but i look at specs affidability and price over the usual consumer jargon.. im sure ill be pleased with this device!!!
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In Australasia, Asia and western Europe Sony has very good market penetration. Other than work phones I know more people that have an Xperia than have an ifone here in NZ
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I agree that Sony is still a big name of the game, what I mean was Sony deserves more than that. It could be one of top 3 players. Here in Canada Sony doesn't seem to do much comparing to other brands name. I wished I'd knew how good Sony phones was sooner. It's great to know that Sony phones are doing well in other countries.
I dont know if there is amazon in italy, but I bought mine for €260.- on amazon.
The alternative was the LG G2 for €300.-
If you really like to use big phones, go for it. I actually wanted a big phone and really like sony Z line design of phones, not to mention the extremely appealing price. Snapdragon 800 and a huge phone for €260? It was a no brainer for me.
Not to mention the advantage of having a GPe Version, portable lolipop roms. Just in case you miss it, this phone has an IPS display, unlike the Z and Z1 of sony.
There are complaints though, so for those, you can find enough information. Personally, I am very satisfied.
just as an update i ordered the C6833 variant just now at 239 euro (im still rubbing my hands like monty burns!!) thanks to all for your input!!!
i'll look forward to sharing the z ultra sub section with you guys!!
i enjoyed the xperia z ultra for the three months i had it.
it broke not too long ago.
i will see that the camera is horrid, and that i a now on a iphone 6 plus space gray 128gb and i do not think ill be looking back.
looking fwd to future ultra releases.
time will tell.
asadkhanduhh said:
i enjoyed the xperia z ultra for the three months i had it.
it broke not too long ago.
i will see that the camera is horrid, and that i a now on a iphone 6 plus space gray 128gb and i do not think ill be looking back.
looking fwd to future ultra releases.
time will tell.
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I don't think I would be able to enjoy an iPhone 6 Plus in comparison with my 240 DPI phablet mode Ultra with MultiWindow and floating apps.
Edit: It seems like Sony start to list the Ultra as being "discontinued" so I think every interested buyer should pull the trigger soon. It gives me an indication that they finally stopped the production and that the stock isn't going to be replenished anymore.
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I don't think I would be able to enjoy an iPhone 6 Plus in comparison with my 240 DPI phablet mode Ultra with MultiWindow and floating apps.
Edit: It seems like Sony start to list the Ultra as being "discontinued" so I think every interested buyer should pull the trigger soon. It gives me an indication that they finally stopped the production and that the stock isn't going to be replenished anymore.
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And getting ready for Z4 Ultra production. Yay!
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I haven't seen it for sale here in the US lately, as it was on sale here for Christmas ? .
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Expansys USA had the 6833 for $285 a couple of days ago.
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Flaco05 said:
Expansys USA had the 6833 for $285 a couple of days ago.
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I have Nexus 5 as a primary one and looking at Ultra Z as my secondary phone in Inda we have a great deal which makes the phone at around 300 dollars
I want the existing users who have used it to suggest whether its worth buying or not
A definite buy
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I have Nexus 5 as a primary one and looking at Ultra Z as my secondary phone in Inda we have a great deal which makes the phone at around 300 dollars
I want the existing users who have used it to suggest whether its worth buying or not
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I have recently purchased Z Ultra after having a lot of comparison with other devices and I have no regret that I have bought this device. The price was a major factor.
The screen size is something It would take time for to adjust with(First time using a phone with such a form factor, all previous devices were around 4.5 inches)
The phone is butter smooth and no lag at all. Battery lasts around 2-2.5 days with moderate usage(Have stamina mode ON for the full time).
I will surely recommend to get a ZU.
Just got mine
As a long time android user, recent windows phone user, I am glad I got this device. Was on winphone with tether to nexus 7, and figured I would stop messing around and start carrying a tablet (phablet) with the phone. I have always wanted a Sony device but couldnt justify the price. With an unlocked device at around $300 I figured it was a no lose situation.
I love it. The screen is magnificent. And there really isnt too much bloatware from Sony. Such great build quality so far, Ive been using it for about 3 weeks. (early Christmas present to myself)
I would say go for it.
Its great to be back to Android full time, I like MS, I really liked Nokia...but it just didnt do it for me.
Thanks so that should be my next device, I have been waiting for a pass for One Plus, actualy was the very first one to get it when it was launched in India but didnt have the money to buy it now I tired waiting endlessly for it and have decided to go for ZU
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As a long time android user, recent windows phone user, I am glad I got this device. Was on winphone with tether to nexus 7, and figured I would stop messing around and start carrying a tablet (phablet) with the phone. I have always wanted a Sony device but couldnt justify the price. With an unlocked device at around $300 I figured it was a no lose situation.
I love it. The screen is magnificent. And there really isnt too much bloatware from Sony. Such great build quality so far, Ive been using it for about 3 weeks. (early Christmas present to myself)
I would say go for it.
Its great to be back to Android full time, I like MS, I really liked Nokia...but it just didnt do it for me.
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