Hi,
I smash my ZU screen 2 months ago, I was in a hurry and there is no ZU on the stock here so I buy a LG G3. That device is rock solid specs, roms, community is really good but can not feel comfortable with it. You can see lots of people out there using the same device. I give to my dad and go for an nexus 6. I'm using it for 3 weeks. Most of you know the device no need to tell about it but it is thick and bulky. Ne feel of premium device. Early updates are good but buggy. I use it but I don't love it. LG G Line, Sammy S and Note Line are all good devices, all you can fine well cookeded roms for them like CM variants, AOSP variants. But it is same for the Z Ultra too.
Last night I see the broken ZU on the desk, take it on my hands. It feels sooooo slick, premium and special. As a fellow ZU buddy of you, my advice is just stick to your beast-giant-premium ZU. Other devices are bad but only the waste of time for a ZU user. Only alternative for me is rumored Z5 Ultra for know. I beleive we'll is in in next 4 months may be sooner.
Just want to share
Well dah, I'm on my 5th ultra now
My Z Ultra looks more like tablet for me.
I'm in love with my purple Z Ultra and never want to give it up! ???
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Im using the Z3 compact tablet whilst waiting for the new ultra. However, I fear that now the new Ultra will be too small for me.
Ukbondraider said:
Im using the Z3 compact tablet whilst waiting for the new ultra. However, I fear that now the new Ultra will be too small for me.
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Isn't that 14cm wide? Just too big for a pocket...
I have to agree with you. My ZU touch screen was not working. I bought a C5 ultra. I thought they share the similar spec. But it can't replicate the premium feel on the hand.
yan99033 said:
I have to agree with you. My ZU touch screen was not working. I bought a C5 ultra. I thought they share the similar spec. But it can't replicate the premium feel on the hand.
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How do you find the Xperia C5? I like the look of the super slim bezels. How do you find the camera performance - it is the only issue I ever had with my ZU.
If your really a ZU lover you always have 2 on hand! Can always find one under $300
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How do you find the Xperia C5? I like the look of the super slim bezels. How do you find the camera performance - it is the only issue I ever had with my ZU.
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Slow camera launch and shutter speed. Other than that I have no issue, I am not nit-picky about the colour accuracy and low light performance. However, I do notice that photo can be blurry if my hand shakes a little bit. I think it is because the camera module does not have optical image stabilization.
Heheee I feel you buddy. Don't give up on this 6.4' beautiful monster. 4 months of ZU use and I wouldn't trade off for no 2015 device yet, 2 years since release and this [email protected] still feels rock solid and commands respect among equals!
Now waiting for Xperia Z 5 Ultra : A better camera with LED Flash, Less bezels &more battery juice maybe!:fingers-crossed::fingers-crossed:
I have my ZU for almost 2 years now (January 2014) and I've started looking for alternatives. Besides screen size (anything smaller than 6" is too small), the thickness (or thinness) is very important to me. In that area, there is no quality competition.
The Xperia C5 is too thick, the X5 Premium is close, but a bit thicker and the screen is under 6".
There are phones from other makers, like the Huawei P8 max, but they don't have the beautiful Xperia design and feel. Somehow they feel like an augmented phone while the ZU really looks like something that is designed to be like this from the beginning, balanced and well proportionate in its size.
So, just like you guys, still no solution. I'll keep the ZU for now, just bought a new USB flap for it. And if something breaks, I think I'll buy the same model on eBay.
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My Z Ultra looks more like tablet for me.
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:laugh:I buy my Z Ultra C6806 last December 2014 today when people see it i'm ask if it's a tablet or a phone I tell them it's a big Phone
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[emoji23]I buy my Z Ultra C6806 last December 2014 today when people see it i'm ask if it's a tablet or a phone I tell them it's a big Phone
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It's a phablet [emoji23]
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Two years I've had my Z ultra. I love this thing, best $600 I ever spent on a phone. At the time I was considering a note 3 or the Z ultra in the Z ultra with 100 bucks cheaper. So glad I didn't go with the note 3.
By the way, where do you buy a new USB flap?
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Two years I've had my Z ultra. I love this thing, best $600 I ever spent on a phone. At the time I was considering a note 3 or the Z ultra in the Z ultra with 100 bucks cheaper. So glad I didn't go with the note 3.
By the way, where do you buy a new USB flap?
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There is plenty of them on aliexpress.com
I got an update over 500MB size, is it mashmallow?
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I got an update over 500MB size, is it mashmallow?
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This handset isn't getting Marshmallow, so no.
Bought mine a month after it was originally released, still going strong.
Love ZU
Loving it still after many years. Kept it on 4.4.4 stock with root only. Won't change until Sony makes another like it. :fingers-crossed:
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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
Hello
I lost my ultra few weeks back! tried tracing and all no luck. Now back to business of buying a new phone.
1. I am still bent towards Ultra (6833) - question is what and how long is the future for it in terms of support / firmwares etc.
2. I dont see a comparable newer devices which I can opt - I like xperia z ultra pretty much and inclined on it having used it of more than 6 months. - Z2 etc I have seen, but screen size andworkable area that impresses me
what other devices are possible better - pls dont push me for HTC or Sammy :laugh:
thx
ram
rb69 said:
Hello
I lost my ultra few weeks back! tried tracing and all no luck. Now back to business of buying a new phone.
1. I am still bent towards Ultra (6833) - question is what and how long is the future for it in terms of support / firmwares etc.
2. I dont see a comparable newer devices which I can opt - I like xperia z ultra pretty much and inclined on it having used it of more than 6 months. - Z2 etc I have seen, but screen size andworkable area that impresses me
what other devices are possible better - pls dont push me for HTC or Sammy :laugh:
thx
ram
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If updates is important and you love the ultra, check out the GPE edition. I'd say sony version will have support until Sept 2015.
If you're looking for something updated with a big screen there are lots on the horizon...
Huawei MediaPad X1
Huawei MediaPad X1 is the lightest...awei-mediapad-x1-phablet via Engadget Android
Nexus 6 is being released soon, produced by lenovo.
Lumia 1520 if you fancy a change from android.
Loads of Chinese newcomers from Huawei, Oppo and others.
The blackphone looks promising also if you're interested in security.
...to name a few.
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If updates is important and you love the ultra, check out the GPE edition. I'd say sony version will have support until Sept 2015.
If you're looking for something updated with a big screen there are lots on the horizon...
Huawei MediaPad X1
Huawei MediaPad X1 is the lightest...awei-mediapad-x1-phablet via Engadget Android
Nexus 6 is being released soon, produced by lenovo.
Lumia 1520 if you fancy a change from android.
Loads of Chinese newcomers from Huawei, Oppo and others.
The blackphone looks promising also if you're interested in security.
...to name a few.
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Lumina had a look - a bit heavy, no option for screen mirroring - its pretty much useful a useful feature for playing media. No inclination to Huwaei - never really liked them yet :angel:
Screen size and display resolution is one aspect I am looking for - but not a firmware upgrade which I would love to have but low priority.
4.4 will do well for a year as any newer upgrades will take looking at current trends at least 9 months.
7" + sizes a for sure no-no for me. Didnt see Nexus 6 specs yet since its going to be launched later this year - Aug / Sep
6806 or 6833 - I dont see a real diff except GPE - Sony stock works fine for me, no complaints. just need LTE..
You can get the Nokia X, laugh about it for about 4 months, throw it into a river and get the Ultra 2
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You can get the Nokia X, laugh about it for about 4 months, throw it into a river and get the Ultra 2
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Not so sure yet of ultra 2 :good: since still it is in rumor mill. Rather spend $$ on Nok x, would prefer to grab a something good and move on
was just wondering if any other devices are in line in coming weeks rather months. MWC didn't give any hopes
before getting Ultra this weekend, was wondering about any closer devices.
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Not so sure yet of ultra 2 :good: since still it is in rumor mill. Rather spend $$ on Nok x, would prefer to grab a something good and move on
was just wondering if any other devices are in line in coming weeks rather months. MWC didn't give any hopes
before getting Ultra this weekend, was wondering about any closer devices.
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Hmm, the new HTC One is coming this month, but we've all seen it already and I'm personally not impressed by its design, but that's just me.
- Samsung released the S5 and that about it really. They have the Mega which they'll probably update soon, but it will still be a mod-range device.
- HTC is going to release the new One and Desire etc. No idea if they'll update the Max.
- LG released that.. phablet thing last week? Or? I'm not sure.
- Motorola has the G and X. No phablets.
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Now that I see the Huawei MediaPad X1. being that I love big phones/tablet = phablets i'm wondering if there will be any support so that we can root it and all the good stuff that can be done with the ultra. specially xposed modules and other hacks I would buy it.
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Now that I see the Huawei MediaPad X1. being that I love big phones/tablet = phablets i'm wondering if there will be any support so that we can root it and all the good stuff that can be done with the ultra. specially xposed modules and other hacks I would buy it.
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You'll have to wait and see. Don't buy it the day it comes out, but wait for a month or something so you can see if there is any dev activity around it.
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LordManhattan said:
You'll have to wait and see. Don't buy it the day it comes out, but wait for a month or something so you can see if there is any dev activity around it.
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there was around one of their older 7" phablets, so there is hope.
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Now that I see the Huawei MediaPad X1. being that I love big phones/tablet = phablets i'm wondering if there will be any support so that we can root it and all the good stuff that can be done with the ultra. specially xposed modules and other hacks I would buy it.
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Does look ridiculous doesn't it, I think 7 inch is a good size :sly:
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I would not trade the quality of builds and materials of Sony phones/phablets with those of Huawei's... I think that in terms of these Sony is the top brand nowadays, like HTC was until a few years ago. Asus is also good imho, Samsung is far beyond and I never really liked LG products.
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I agree that sony and the ultra have a better quality but i can't deny that this phablet screen is good looking with the same resolution as the ultra and much bigger careen and I like big phones. I love my ultra because of the screen I have it since it came out but if there is a bigger one... I don't know ????
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I agree that sony and the ultra have a better quality but i can't deny that this phablet screen is good looking with the same resolution as the ultra and much bigger careen and I like big phones. I love my ultra because of the screen I have it since it came out but if there is a bigger one... I don't know ????
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today went around shopping - well didn't buy one yet ! believe me - didn't like any of the models out there, well S5 Z2 etc are yet to be out.
as you said, true the screen size is just perfect at present for usage - neither too big nor too small and the reason I am trying to stick to it.
will do a round of window shopping for another day or two and will get one - right now top of list 6833 or 6806. Nothing else :laugh: well I see a price break of close to $100 currently on ultras.
7" tabs are OK but not for regular use outside. have got sammy Tab Plus for 2 years now and got 4.4 - works like a charm. LG curve didn't like it.
Let me tell you something....I left Z Ultra forum long time ago. Change many phones....sold my last one which is LG G Flex (I bought it for $1100 from Korea)
and I come back to Z Ultra.
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Let me tell you something....I left Z Ultra forum long time ago. Change many phones....sold my last one which is LG G Flex (I bought it for $1100 from Korea)
and I come back to Z Ultra.
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Good one! cant agree more... but still I am a step back though I may 99.9% would go for it
avetny said:
Let me tell you something....I left Z Ultra forum long time ago. Change many phones....sold my last one which is LG G Flex (I bought it for $1100 from Korea)
and I come back to Z Ultra.
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What can I say. You ditched the Ultra for a plastic LG phone
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What can I say. You ditched the Ultra for a plastic LG phone
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Absolute heresy. Burn him, burn him!
Screw it and buy my ultra problem solved lol
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Screw it and buy my ultra problem solved lol
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:good: gave up search.
will be getting one tomorrow or day after for sure Ultra. looking for 6806 or 6833, not finding in stores here. may pick one up on transit.
Lol.. this thread literally sums up my day
Received brand new 6833 after returning my damaged 6802 on warranty. Decided I could sell it unopened and buy myself something new.
Considered the options (much the same as those suggested here) and decided very best option is to unbox the new Sony beast sitting in front of me
(True story... )
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I sold my Z Ultra several months ago and totally regret it. I have had iPhones, a Note 3 and now have a Nexus 5 but I am selling it and getting another Ultra - I really loved the phone particularly the media and gaming experience on it and I was an idiot to sell it! I'm also going to get the bluetooth headset too as I think it will be really useful particularly as it can be used as a phone (so I read) :good:
The same think happened to me exactly as this I now have another new white z ultra loving best phone out there.
I got the HTC one max after selling my z ultra and most nights I do cry my self to sleep... haha. I have got myself a Z1 compact aswell to handle my cravings for Xperia xperience but it is not near the level of the ULTRA but expected. Plus the missus got the all new flashy z2 so I'm upset. I'm hoping there will be a new ultra to go with the very few rumours out therw
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why dont you try waiting and get Z2 Ultra when it is launched
MXR2 said:
why dont you try waiting and get Z2 Ultra when it is launched
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if it is ever launched. Nothing has been leaked yet
nathlynn22 said:
I do cry my self to sleep. The missus got the all new flashy z2 so I'm upset.
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Why don't you swap phones? Anything she says, just deny it all. :laugh:
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why dont you try waiting and get Z2 Ultra when it is launched
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Really because I can now buy a brand new one in the UK for around £250 - less than half what it was when it first released. I wont be able to afford the ZU2 straight away.
If there is a new 1 I will have to try save for it hoping there is quite a few changes
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Really because I can now buy a brand new one in the UK for around £250 - less than half what it was when it first released. I wont be able to afford the ZU2 straight away.
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The SXUltra has dropped in price by well over 60%, they are now cheaper than any other comparable phablet. To me its a no brainer. If you like the Ultra buy it yesterday at those prices!
I am not privy to any inside information from Sony. As the Ultra has not been a particular success for the company I would question if they are going to release a second Ultra? They are a very niche market product and expensive when they where introduced. It will be interesting to see if Sony do produce some sort of Ultra 2. The company is losing millions per day though is greatly improving.
Ryland
I've heard a 6.2 inch is in the works. I had a Z2 but swopped it for a Z1 so that it matched my Z Ultra. Anyway I now have best of both worlds, great camera in one and huge screen in the other
I currently rock an LG G3 and while I love the screen and phone model, I can't stand the software at all, it is laggy and horrible, I've compared it to a Z Ultra via youtube video and I'm loving the look of the phone already!
Z Ultra's are currently retailing for £250 brand new and I'm ready to purchase, but a genuine question, what are the massive cons of owning the phone and is it still worth it at this price?
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I currently rock an LG G3 and while I love the screen and phone model, I can't stand the software at all, it is laggy and horrible, I've compared it to a Z Ultra via youtube video and I'm loving the look of the phone already!
Z Ultra's are currently retailing for £250 brand new and I'm ready to purchase, but a genuine question, what are the massive cons of owning the phone and is it still worth it at this price?
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First it is smoothest device i tried...
Cons:
As you said it is MASSIVE
Staying on stock Xperia ROM there is poor (none for 4.4.4) custom kernel choice
Did I said MASSIVE :silly:
Rest you can tell from specs
titchyyyy said:
I currently rock an LG G3 and while I love the screen and phone model, I can't stand the software at all, it is laggy and horrible, I've compared it to a Z Ultra via youtube video and I'm loving the look of the phone already!
Z Ultra's are currently retailing for £250 brand new and I'm ready to purchase, but a genuine question, what are the massive cons of owning the phone and is it still worth it at this price?
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I'm surprised the G3 is laggy, but it may be to do with the high res screen.
The Z ultra is definitely not laggy, and is the best phone i've owned. I came from an LG phone (Optimus 4X HD) and hated LG's skinning of Android. Sony's efforts are far more impressive and although I've tried the GPE Rom (Stock Android) I came back to Sony's firmware within a day.
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I'm surprised the G3 is laggy, but it may be to do with the high res screen.
The Z ultra is definitely not laggy, and is the best phone i've owned. I came from an LG phone (Optimus 4X HD) and hated LG's skinning of Android. Sony's efforts are far more impressive and although I've tried the GPE Rom (Stock Android) I came back to Sony's firmware within a day.
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Lets just say, the Galaxy S4 was smoother than my G3, I had to do A LOT of tweeking to get the G3 to be usable. Thanks for the replies, I've gone ahead and ordered one (White version at £216 brand new) and can't wait to get it
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Lets just say, the Galaxy S4 was smoother than my G3, I had to do A LOT of tweeking to get the G3 to be usable. Thanks for the replies, I've gone ahead and ordered one (White version at £216 brand new) and can't wait to get it
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Do you mind telling me where you got it at that price? Everywhere seems to be around £245.
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Do you mind telling me where you got it at that price? Everywhere seems to be around £245.
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I find it mental that you can even get this phone for £245!
It's definitely the best value for money phone out there at the moment that you can buy without an invite.
Been there, saw all phones, and got the ultra!
GET THE ULTRA TO ROCK ON!
very, very worth for me, as of now cant see any competitor to our XZU, 6.4" screen, thin, metal & glass :good::good:
Where are you guys finding it for so cheap?
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I bought my original Z Ultra for £549 at the beginning of last year and I loved the phone back then paired with the Smartwatch 2. I sold it back then but have just bought another brand new black one for £250, I use this as a tablet rather than a phone, I don't have the Smartwatch 2 this time.
I must admit that having been through a few phones since I sold it I'm a little disappointed with the KitKat firmware on my new Z Ultra, the display feels a little dim at 100% brightness but overall I think it's amazing value for money and great for watching Sky Go. I just love the sheer size of the phone but it does require a huge pocket to carry it around in.
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...the display feels a little dim at 100% brightness but overall I think it's amazing value for money...
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There are atleast 2 different LCD panels that have been used. One has better contrast.
I just got the phone from amazon and I got it cheap from warehouse deals. First impressions, amaizing....
It was the cheapest most powerful device I found. I bought it for 250€ Not bad, considering what it offers
Its size isnt bothering me, I fear for the possibility of it breaking,
I've truly been debating about buying this, Z Ultra GPE, since it came out. Now that it can be purchased on the cheap it's making it harder not to. My main concern is; Android L? Will Google and Sony make the update available for the Z Ultra? I have a Nexus 5 (nothing wrong with it) but I've always wanted a phablet.Then again the next Nexus could be either 5.2-.9 inches so that could ease my phablet want... IDK, what do yous peoples thinks?
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There are atleast 2 different LCD panels that have been used. One has better contrast.
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On what do you base this ? (references, links, bill of materials list ?)
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On what do you base this ? (references, links, bill of materials list ?)
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There are a few threads on this:
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2 (pages 6 and 7)
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Among people who have seen both, it seems contentious which of the two is found to be the best, so I say, be happy with whichever you get. :good:
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On what do you base this ? (references, links, bill of materials list ?)
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grep of LCD during boot - I don't just spout random crap
do a search on here there is a thread
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I don't just spout random crap
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Never said that you did, just asking for some facts.
(Example: Specific part numbers indicating that 2 different screens have been used)
Go check up huawei mate 2
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Z Ultra or One Max
I want to buy a New phablet
Which is Better Guys
the Z Ultra ( Snapdragon 800 Processor, and a Camera with no Flash)
or the One Max ... ( Snapdragon 600 Processor , and a camera with a flash)
Please Help
I really want the Z Ultra but the TFT screen and the No Flash is letting me down
is it worth buying now or Not
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I want to buy a New phablet
Which is Better Guys
the Z Ultra ( Snapdragon 800 Processor, and a Camera with no Flash)
or the One Max ... ( Snapdragon 600 Processor , and a camera with a flash)
Please Help
I really want the Z Ultra but the TFT screen and the No Flash is letting me down
is it worth buying now or Not
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I'd say the Z Ultra, excellent build quality and a better processor not to mention these days they go for real cheap.
Looks like the Z3X is now real. Just showed up in the benchmark database with 6.2 inch 2K screen, 810 processor, 4GB RAM etc etc.
antutu.com/view.shtml?id=7935 and these guys reported it - gforgames.com/gadgets/qualcomm-snapdragon-810-undergoing-testing-44812 - they didnt know what is was lol.
If this is legit, then God exists. You made my day. Thanks. But 7.9mm thickness could be shaved off a little.
That is due to the 2/3rds format camera sensor that it rumoured to have
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That is due to the 2/3rds format camera sensor that it rumoured to have
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I understand but maybe a slim variant without curved sensors may be done. 6.2" with 7.9 sounds massive.
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That is due to the 2/3rds format camera sensor that it rumoured to have
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Or maybe a hump on the back wouldn't hurt
Awesome my next phone
I can't wait until 2015 that this phablet goes out ! I have the Xperia Z2, and i must say that i would love to have the same phone, but with a bigger screen, like Z Ultra...
I used to have the Z ultra last year in september, i was in love with this phone, except for the flash who's missing an the poor quality of the camera and the external speaker... but for everything else it's a great great phone, specially the screen ! I'm hesitating to buy it again, but as the IFA is coming in 2-3 weeks, i'm telling myself that is maybe better to wait as i was (pretty) sure that Sony will present the "Z Ultra 2"... But with this Z3X... i'm not sure anymore...
What do you think guys ?
I think the successor to the Ultra will be the rumored "Z3 Tablet Compact" - i.e. a device marketed as a tablet rather than smartphone. I am sure Sony will have more success that way.
The Z3X seems to be more of a camera centric device rather than a direct Ultra successor. Because of this, I consider the Z3 Tablet Compact to be the replacement and it would work, especially with a 7 inch screen. I don't think they will make an 8 incher considering that it would be close to the Z2 Tablet.
I would not like to go for a smaller screen on the next device and the camera part is covered through a QX10 - I would most probably opt for the tablet instead. I would be quite sure that it will have full phone functionality even if they push for the pure tablet related aspects in their marketing communication.
If this really come through then nice But for now, my Z Ultra is still enough. Well maybe when the battery died then
Nice find... I'm hanging out for a good camera phone that isn't thick like the galaxy k zoom. Hopefully this one gets announced at IFA
julz said:
Nice find... I'm hanging out for a good camera phone that isn't thick like the galaxy k zoom. Hopefully this one gets announced at IFA
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I don't think that Sony will announce Z3X this year. I believe they'll release Z3 Ultra or Z4 Ultra and Z3X at MWC 2015. Until that time my Z ultra is with me.
E90 Commie said:
I don't think they will make an 8 incher considering that it would be close to the Z2 Tablet.
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http://m.gizbot.com/tablet-pc-lapto...z3-compact-tipped-ifa-2014-launch-018912.html
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Any chance they got the resolution wrong? 16:10 seems like an awkward aspect ratio for a phone, and previously (in supposed leaks of the specs - I can't insert a link but you can google Xperia Z3X) the resolution was reported to be 2560x1152 which also matches the dimensions the phone was claimed to have (69.5×150.1×7.9mm). I guess it's a possibility that the benchmark did not have an option 2560x1152 and 2560x1600 was selected as the closest.
A leak shows up today about the Xperia Z3 Tablet compact, some people thought it'll be the Sony Xperia Z Ultra 2...
Well, sorry to disappoint them as much as i am but it's going to be a tablet, the 72 tablet successor more specifically...
I really hope they're gonna release a new Xperia Z Ultra... We'll know soon enough with the IFA in Berlin coming next week !
gregou said:
A leak shows up today about the Xperia Z3 Tablet compact, some people thought it'll be the Sony Xperia Z Ultra 2...
Well, sorry to disappoint them as much as i am but it's going to be a tablet, the 72 tablet successor more specifically...
I really hope they're gonna release a new Xperia Z Ultra... We'll know soon enough with the IFA in Berlin coming next week !
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The Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact is supposed to have a Snapdragon 801 (MSM8974) SoC and 3 GB RAM, so it can't be the device benchmarked here (unless the specs in the benchmark are faked or incorrect). Also, if the Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact is due to be announced and available very soon, it obviously can't feature a 20nm Snapdragon 810 (MSM8994) SoC as those won't become commercially available until some months into 2015.
For what it's worth, I spoke to Orange yesterday as I'm currently in my free upgrade period. They acknowledged I was using an Xperia Z Ultra and advised me to hang back on an upgrade till October when a replacement Ultra would be released.
I was a little confused and mentioned he was most likely referring to the Z3 Tablet Compact and the salesmen said: "No, we've defiantly received word from Sony a direct Z Ultra replacement will be released in mid October".
Think of it what you will, but personally I can't see it happening.
SWFlyerUK said:
For what it's worth, I spoke to Orange yesterday as I'm currently in my free upgrade period. They acknowledged I was using an Xperia Z Ultra and advised me to hang back on an upgrade till October when a replacement Ultra would be released.
I was a little confused and mentioned he was most likely referring to the Z3 Tablet Compact and the salesmen said: "No, we've defiantly received word from Sony a direct Z Ultra replacement will be released in mid October".
Think of it what you will, but personally I can't see it happening.
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Any chance you could follow up and get more details, for example confirming the critical parts of the specs like the OLED display or the 22MP curved sensor? They will probably answer that they are bound by an NDA but it might be worth a try.
testarlol said:
Any chance you could follow up and get more details, for example confirming the critical parts of the specs like the OLED display or the 22MP curved sensor? They will probably answer that they are bound by an NDA but it might be worth a try.
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I am looking forward to your response too. Checking the forum every hour. Give us the answers. Talk.
testarlol said:
Any chance you could follow up and get more details, for example confirming the critical parts of the specs like the OLED display or the 22MP curved sensor? They will probably answer that they are bound by an NDA but it might be worth a try.
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I'm as much in the dark as your're I'm afraid, they weren't able to confirm any further details but did definitely confirm a successor to the Z Ultra would follow in October.
Perhaps they're refering to the Z3 Tablet Compact that might see UK release in October?
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I'm as much in the dark as your're I'm afraid, they weren't able to confirm any further details but did definitely confirm a successor to the Z Ultra would follow in October.
Perhaps they're refering to the Z3 Tablet Compact that might see UK release in October?
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Well could you ask again anytime soon if you happen to pass by.. I will definitely pass Note 4 if there is a Z Ultra successor. Fingers crossed :fingers-crossed: