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My Nexus 4 contract ends in February, yet I'm undecided between the Z2 and Z3.

Greetings XDA!,
My current contract, which is on a LG Nexus 4, comes to a close in February 2015. It will mean that I'll be able to get myself a brand new smartphone!
I've been digging around, and I've already made the choice to go with a Xperia from Sony. Making a decision is kind of hard, because i'll be on the phone for the next 2 years.
So my pick is between the Xperia Z2 and the Z3. What I mostly like is the design of the Z2, especially in white! But by the time that I'll get a new phone, it will be out for almost 1 year.
The Z3 seems to be a bit more ergonomic, plus having a brighter screen. Coming from a Nexus 4, both screens looks a big step up from my phone, yet for some reason I'm comparing the Z2 vs Z3.
The Z2 is currently to the point that I can get it for free while getting a 150 call & 1000mb bundle, where ass the Z3 is 149 euros and 150 call & 1000mb. This might change when the phones are out for longer, it's not yet February!
I would like to hear some opinions about the matter, and what the best decision
Edit: Also like to know about software updates, issues, etc.

Go for Z3 it will be cheaper at that time, Sony will announce Z4 in March/April 2015.
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I upgraded my Nexus 4 this monday to a Z3 and i think it is totally worth it.

ZyreHD said:
Greetings XDA!,
My current contract, which is on a LG Nexus 4, comes to a close in February 2015. It will mean that I'll be able to get myself a brand new smartphone!
I've been digging around, and I've already made the choice to go with a Xperia from Sony. Making a decision is kind of hard, because i'll be on the phone for the next 2 years.
So my pick is between the Xperia Z2 and the Z3. What I mostly like is the design of the Z2, especially in white! But by the time that I'll get a new phone, it will be out for almost 1 year.
The Z3 seems to be a bit more ergonomic, plus having a brighter screen. Coming from a Nexus 4, both screens looks a big step up from my phone, yet for some reason I'm comparing the Z2 vs Z3.
The Z2 is currently to the point that I can get it for free while getting a 150 call & 1000mb bundle, where ass the Z3 is 149 euros and 150 call & 1000mb. This might change when the phones are out for longer, it's not yet February!
I would like to hear some opinions about the matter, and what the best decision
Edit: Also like to know about software updates, issues, etc.
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By February the Z4 will be on its way so the Z3 might be free. Between the Z2 and Z3, I'd say the difference should be 100 euros worth. More than that and it's not worth it. IMO

[Q] Which device is better. Moto G LTE or Xperia M2?

Hi! New here...
Well, I know this is "common", but, I have a dilemma about what device choice: Moto G - LTE version or Xperia M2 (not dual or aqua, just M2).
About all specs, I know it. Also I checked reviews between those two devices, but still I'm confused about what device choice.
Could you please help me out to choice? In two specific ways, camera and audio system. 'Cause, the rest of this is the same, processor, gpu, screen size is kinda different but I have no worry on this. The things are getting me worried is the camera and the audio system.
I will thank you all of you for the replies and personals opinions.
Regards!

I would take Moto G because of android updates and clean AOSP. Also Xperia M2 is very sensitive about scratches on it's back. Once I got my M2 I installed special protective layer on it.

lozohcum said:
I would take Moto G because of android updates and clean AOSP. Also Xperia M2 is very sensitive about scratches on it's back. Once I got my M2 I installed special protective layer on it.
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Thanks for the reply.
I thought about the confirmed updates for Moto G (Android KK 4.4.4 and Android L), and the scratches, thing I read here before, but, about the technician specs, how does it work the camera? Is so ugly as the reviews says? Or, can it be acceptable? The audio is better than average or still round with the average devices?
Thanks again.

I use KK firmware and camera in my opinion is just good. It's not ugly or crapy.
Depends also on your requirements. It's not Nikon camera though

You should also take into account how well you can hold them, as well as battery time. Personally, the Moto G doesn't sit well in my hand at all. The M2 on the other hand, does. Battery time, M2 seems to be winning, probably because of the lower screen resolution.
As for audio system, according to GSMArena, the Moto G has less noise on the output. I don't notice the noise on my M2 with one pair of headphones, but it's quite audible with some in-ears.
The camera on the 4.3 firmware is bad, 4.4 fixes that. See for yourself.. M2 Aqua is just M2 with KK and water protection, so you can use it to compare 4.3 and 4.4 camera.
One more thing you might want to take into account is that the Moto G is more popular, so the dev scene is much bigger/more active.
I'm rather disappointed about that when it comes to the M2.

lozohcum said:
I use KK firmware and camera in my opinion is just good. It's not ugly or crapy.
Depends also on your requirements. It's not Nikon camera though
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I have a Canon Réflex Camera, so I don't need an excelent camera, but, either way, the camera is one of the important things when you choose one smartphone or another one.
Crim Soukyuu said:
You should also take into account how well you can hold them, as well as battery time. Personally, the Moto G doesn't sit well in my hand at all. The M2 on the other hand, does. Battery time, M2 seems to be winning, probably because of the lower screen resolution.
As for audio system, according to GSMArena, the Moto G has less noise on the output. I don't notice the noise on my M2 with one pair of headphones, but it's quite audible with some in-ears.
The camera on the 4.3 firmware is bad, 4.4 fixes that. -The URL locked by forum-. M2 Aqua is just M2 with KK and water protection, so you can use it to compare 4.3 and 4.4 camera.
One more thing you might want to take into account is that the Moto G is more popular, so the dev scene is much bigger/more active.
I'm rather disappointed about that when it comes to the M2.
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I checked now the difference between Moto G and Xperia M2 (4.4.2 KitKat Firmware), and, the difference is not too much (looking at Xperia M2 Aqua, which, as you say, is theorically the same as Xperia M2 with KK), so, the last thing is the Headphones and their noises. I'm still kinda worried about it.
But until now, I'm thinking about buy the Xperia M2.
Any comments or opinions? I will thank to you.
Regards!

An opinion from who had both. Also I already have newer ones Xperia like Z1 and ZQ; a model made from Z1 to Brazil. The M2 at the first moment seems a compact Z2, like the design, the place where buttons are. Weight is good for the size, also it is thin. I think Sony could do a 5inch screen cause there are too much bars arounding the lcd or if they cut, made more a compact device, like they did with ZQ, made it perfect and confortable. The LCD quality is ok, nothing really to be glad like others Xperia but for a mid from Sony i expected more ppi, it has almost less 100 compared to Moto G. Also the glass i didnt like, keeps too easy dust and fingers prints and it isnt too easy to clean. Camera resolution is awful, i wont comment about the VGA cause dont worth it, so i couldn believe that Sony done that, even that old mobiles like Xperia ARC, X10, they have a much better cam. Really dont understand why Sony made such a dummbie phone. The CPU is good, felt some laggys, nothing really bad but for a quad should make better operations. Volume sound is poor, even with headset, like the equalizer and the multiple options but unfortunatly these couldnt make sounds better. Finally battery isnt nothing especial, mine is with almost 18hours of good usage before a make a new charge cycle. Anyway, my opinions are based that already have the Moto G, a trully competitor and that made really good impressions.

I must really say, anyone claiming the volume is poor should visit a hearing specialist. I keep hearing those claims and to be honest the only thing that comes to mind is that people claiming that are half-deaf.

xpc21 said:
An opinion from who had both. Also I already have newer ones Xperia like Z1 and ZQ; a model made from Z1 to Brazil. The M2 at the first moment seems a compact Z2, like the design, the place where buttons are. Weight is good for the size, also it is thin. I think Sony could do a 5inch screen cause there are too much bars arounding the lcd or if they cut, made more a compact device, like they did with ZQ, made it perfect and confortable. The LCD quality is ok, nothing really to be glad like others Xperia but for a mid from Sony i expected more ppi, it has almost less 100 compared to Moto G. Also the glass i didnt like, keeps too easy dust and fingers prints and it isnt too easy to clean. Camera resolution is awful, i wont comment about the VGA cause dont worth it, so i couldn believe that Sony done that, even that old mobiles like Xperia ARC, X10, they have a much better cam. Really dont understand why Sony made such a dummbie phone. The CPU is good, felt some laggys, nothing really bad but for a quad should make better operations. Volume sound is poor, even with headset, like the equalizer and the multiple options but unfortunatly these couldnt make sounds better. Finally battery isnt nothing especial, mine is with almost 18hours of good usage before a make a new charge cycle. Anyway, my opinions are based that already have the Moto G, a trully competitor and that made really good impressions.
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I must really say, anyone claiming the volume is poor should visit a hearing specialist. I keep hearing those claims and to be honest the only thing that comes to mind is that people claiming that are half-deaf.
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Thanks the two of you, in first place, for you replies and opinions.
Moto G still is better positioned than the Xperia M2 when it comes to sound system and everything related about that. And just one says that the sound is relatively poor. I don't think that Xperia M2 has that bad sound as you say (Personally talking), but, your opinions helps me to choice better. I'm still thinking about buy the Xperia, just because looks better for me (And testing the camera, thanks to the user that put here the url, by the way), and also I can hold it better than Moto G (I held it before, so).
Anyways, more opinions, it'll be better.
Thanks for everything :3
See ya ~
Edit: Could anyone confirm that the screen is so bad? As the user says, the dust is holding in the screen and also the fingerprints gets marked on it. So, is this totally true? Thanks.

xLobito said:
Could anyone confirm that the screen is so bad? As the user says, the dust is holding in the screen and also the fingerprints gets marked on it. So, is this totally true? Thanks.
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I can't really say as I have put a screen protector on it the moment I got it. Same for the back side, btw. The back is not glass, or if it's glass, it's not scratch resistant and scratches easily.
The pixel density is more than enough, however. It's just that people chase after big numbers, so they keep increasing the resolution (and with it, the power drain) with each iteration. Nexus 7 2013 was getting praises for its 1280x800 7" screen back then, and the M2's screen has about the same pixel density.

I think Xperia devices have much better sound quality than other smartphones. I use Koss Porta Pro for music and the sound it very good.

xLobito said:
Edit: Could anyone confirm that the screen is so bad? As the user says, the dust is holding in the screen and also the fingerprints gets marked on it. So, is this totally true? Thanks.
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Yep the screen always looks like the side window of your car after your toddler sat there for 30 minutes while eating a chocolate cookie.
There are however screen foils that have a coating which makes removing those smudges very easy. Look for one with 4H, so they it doesn't spoil so easily.

Crim Soukyuu said:
I must really say, anyone claiming the volume is poor should visit a hearing specialist. I keep hearing those claims and to be honest the only thing that comes to mind is that people claiming that are half-deaf.
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And i must really say that i still very impressed with people who comes here and dont respect opinions, people who doesnt even have a history here. Imagine what condition u r now cemetery caretaker.
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So, if I state my opinion, I'm not respecting yours? Is your opinion worth more just because you have more posts and thanks? I don't think so.

Guys! Please don't start a fight here. Everyone is helping me out to choice a better device. So, any opinion that you put right here is appreciated.
I don't have interest in disrepect your opinions or even "insult" it.
After reading all the comments, the screen is a trouble, but, solutionable by a protector on the screen. Personally I dislike those things, but, if it's recommended. I will do it.
I will take this phone, 'cause you don't claim too much, just one comment which I took note. Also, the difference between those devices (in my country, at prices, is null, though I have to pay much for Moto G LTE than Xperia M2).
Thanks again to everyone who commented in this topic, maybe if I have another question after I have the phone in my hands.
I don't discard any other comment. A little opinion may help much more.
Regards and don't fight.
PD: Different opinions makes this better to know the troubles and features of this two devices.

I'm not planning to fight, good to hear you decided to go with the M2. Seeing as Sony has released the sources for KK, maybe the development will pick up as well.
Ah, one more thing, there is no dust under my display after 3 months of pocket carrying. Might be a defective phone if that person has dust under theirs.

If you don't want dust getting under the glass, always put your M2 with speaker down, so the jack input is always on top.

lozohcum said:
If you don't want dust getting under the glass, always put your M2 with speaker down, so the jack input is always on top.
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Or buy a Xperia M2 Aqua

Garcia98 said:
Or buy a Xperia M2 Aqua
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Too late. Already bought M2 LTE. And Aqua is not availabe in my country.

lozohcum said:
Too late. Already bought M2 LTE. And Aqua is not availabe in my country.
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I was saying that for OP, BTW, Aqua has not been released yet

Getting Z3 or go for the older Z2 is the question?

Thinking about getting my hands on either the Z3 or the older, bigger brother Z2..
Any suggetions?

Go for Z3.

You would get much better battery life with the Z3

Go for the Z3, better screen and battery life.

Destroyedbeauty said:
Thinking about getting my hands on either the Z3 or the older, bigger brother Z2..
Any suggetions?
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i'd definitely recommend Z3 over Z2. i had Z1 and i was planning to get Z2 after selling it, then i got Z3 black and its just WOW IN ALL:good:

Nidhal AKA the king said:
i'd definitely recommend Z3 over Z2. i had Z1 and i was planning to get Z2 after selling it, then i got Z3 black and its just WOW IN ALL:good:
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How is the overall feeling and build quality for you guys on the Z3?
@all
I did lay an order request on a white Z3 yesterday. Hopefully it arrives sometime next week!

I think the Z3 recommendations are somewhat gratuitous, in that a newer model will always be a step forward with longer software support. I'm now going to be a complete hypocrite and tell you to buy the Z3, simply because it's brilliant (moreso as root access is available for those with locked bootloaders). Build quality is beautiful to look at, although waterproofing could be more consistent, at least by reference to the forums, and thermal cracks are an issue for some. Anyway, if you can afford it by the handset, some quality tempered glass (front and back) and a reasonable case. I have the copper version, and it's stunning.....

deepershades said:
I think the Z3 recommendations are somewhat gratuitous, in that a newer model will always be a step forward with longer software support. I'm now going to be a complete hypocrite and tell you to buy the Z3, simply because it's brilliant (moreso as root access is available for those with locked bootloaders). Build quality is beautiful to look at, although waterproofing could be more consistent, at least by reference to the forums, and thermal cracks are an issue for some. Anyway, if you can afford it by the handset, some quality tempered glass (front and back) and a reasonable case. I have the copper version, and it's stunning.....
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Thanks for the input!
I did order the Z3 yesterday as stated - the white version, white phones and blacks tablets FTW(!!!) - and I am really prepared for a killer device specs wise

Enjoy it, sure you won't regret it.

abhinav.tella said:
Enjoy it, sure you won't regret it.
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@all
Anyone of you guys that wants to see a specific and dedicated ROM / kernel settings, set-up & tuning thread in the Z3 general section, once I get my hands on my new beast? Check my similar topic in the Z1 General section if it does interest you, guys? =)

Or you could wait for z4 ?

Jiyeon90 said:
Or you could wait for z4 ?
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I will buy the Z4 a few months after release, if the price tag is good enough and worth it. And hey.. If it get kickass development support, both original Android dev and regular one..

Considering it's already Feb you are probably better of waiting for the Z4 as it's a much bigger upgrade than the previous two models.

one of the biggest draws of the Z3 is the battery life, and it's unclear whether the enhanced spec of the Z4 will improve on this or not - given the release date may well be later rather than sooner, we could be looking towards the autumn for a rooted Z4 with a locked bootloader (it took nearly four months to crack the Z3 in this aspect).....

I dont get it,how is Battery life on z3 any way better than that in z2?? I mean,z2 has 3200mah battery while z3 has 3100mah

The Z3 screen is more power efficient, though it can reach a max of 800+ nits, also they seemed to have made some other tweaks, that is why the Z3 has better battery life.

See you guys tomorrow, I hope - because I will get my Z3 then!

Destroyedbeauty said:
See you guys tomorrow, I hope - because I will get my Z3 then!
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first impressions?

Jiyeon90 said:
first impressions?
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I am impressed. And this is even on stock and untouched ROM / kernel. I am going to unlock the bootloader today and install a pre-rooted ZIP based on latest firmware and play around with some FauxClock settings / init.d scripts and see how far I can push this device battery & performance wise!
What is your impressions of the Z3?

Destroyedbeauty said:
I am impressed. And this is even on stock and untouched ROM / kernel. I am going to unlock the bootloader today and install a pre-rooted ZIP based on latest firmware and play around with some FauxClock settings / init.d scripts and see how far I can push this device battery & performance wise!
What is your impressions of the Z3?
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Great to hear that, I haven't upgraded from the z2 as the differences are minimal but yeah I love the design and I don't need to flash another room as the sony UI with nova launcher and root is perfect for me [emoji4]

Z3 or Z3+?

Hello everyone!
I have been using the Z1 for the almost past two years, but it's time to change my phone, and I was considering the Z3+, but reading all the time about its overheating made me a little more than weary about this.
I am also still considering the LG G4, since my wife owns one and can tell from experience that the G4 is a beautiful phone, very snappy too, and doesn't skip a beat. Not to tell you about the camera, which is by far the best I've used so far on a phone until now.
But I must say that the LG skin on top of Android isn't a selling point for me, although I would install Nova Launcher right from the start. So, after some consideration, I also started thinking about getting the Z3, since I love Sony phones and their premium feel.
Right now, what would you guys think? Z3 or the ill-fated Z3+? I must mention that I wouldn't be crazy about using filming in 4K, which I understand is one of the reasons for overheating (although Snapdragon 810 itself is the culprit here).
Thoughts, suggestions, your own experiences with those phones, I am all ears

I use Z3. And it's a great phone..
But..
Low volume in calls is killing me
I used to use Samsung and iPhone phones and I must say Samsung had the best reception and call quality of them all.
I read that Z3 is much louder on KitKat 4.4.4.? I got my phone with 5.0.2 out of the box and yesterday updated to 5.1 but the low volume probably hasn't been addressed yet. If you don't care about it Z3 is a great phone.

shutterstill said:
I use Z3. And it's a great phone..
But..
Low volume in calls is killing me
I used to use Samsung and iPhone phones and I must say Samsung had the best reception and call quality of them all.
I read that Z3 is much louder on KitKat 4.4.4.? I got my phone with 5.0.2 out of the box and yesterday updated to 5.1 but the low volume probably hasn't been addressed yet. If you don't care about it Z3 is a great phone.
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When you say "low volume", do you mean you cannot be heard or cannot hear the other end of the line well enough? Or both? How do you find 5.1 so far? The 5.0.2 on my Z1 is very bad in terms of battery life. How's the Z3 so far?

I can be heard no problem but voice coming from my side is low.
For example if car passes me on the street I can't hear person on the other hand.
I have clean ears and brand new phone
I had no problems whatsoever with Note 4. I walk the same road with my daughter everyday and usually talking on the phone with my wife, that's why I know because I ask her more often to repeat what she said when a car passes by. That was not the case before...

Well in the past 2 months I've switched three phones. I had HTC one m8 since Christmas sold it cause with work(workshop joinery)the speakers get dusty so tried the Samsung s5 good phone terrible battery, sound and reception from my carrier. I buy all my phones unlocked as well and all carriers where the same. Below par of the one m8. Then I switched check ed to the z3(first one) my first z3 the top speaker stopped working so got a new model. First one was kitkat second one was lollipop and didn't notice a difference between in call volume was grand but then again I'm use to not hearing people with work. But however I rooted and flashed the zip with the sound mod and it is way better than normal.
You may say I don't want to root but out off all the three phones the Sony is the easiest to root. It is so simple it's not even funny. And you are not even voiding warranty unlike the HTC and Samsung which trip knox and unlock bootloaders.
But I have been rooting android since 2.0 so it's nothing new to me

So far, people seem to favor the Z3. Keep it coming, gents!

Huawei p8 u carnt go wrong

vimto25 said:
Huawei p8 u carnt go wrong
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Thanks for the idea, but I am trying to decide between Z3 and Z3+ here.

snwman said:
Well in the past 2 months I've switched three phones. I had HTC one m8 since Christmas sold it cause with work(workshop joinery)the speakers get dusty so tried the Samsung s5 good phone terrible battery, sound and reception from my carrier. I buy all my phones unlocked as well and all carriers where the same. Below par of the one m8. Then I switched check ed to the z3(first one) my first z3 the top speaker stopped working so got a new model. First one was kitkat second one was lollipop and didn't notice a difference between in call volume was grand but then again I'm use to not hearing people with work. But however I rooted and flashed the zip with the sound mod and it is way better than normal.
You may say I don't want to root but out off all the three phones the Sony is the easiest to root. It is so simple it's not even funny. And you are not even voiding warranty unlike the HTC and Samsung which trip knox and unlock bootloaders.
But I have been rooting android since 2.0 so it's nothing new to me
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Big thanks for your comment!
There is a hope for me [emoji2]
Would you be able to tell us a bit more which root tool did you use and which version of sound mod. I would love to be happy with my z3 like you are.
Cheers

shutterstill said:
Big thanks for your comment!
There is a hope for me [emoji2]
Would you be able to tell us a bit more which root tool did you use and which version of sound mod. I would love to be happy with my z3 like you are.
Cheers
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No worries should of even said but couldnt remember i had the z3 compact before the htc one m8 but i found the screen to small but was an brilliant phone otherwise. To root its actually easy here is the thread i followed its on the general section same as the thread you started root z3 . The tool you will only have issues with is flashtool takes a bit to get use to and takes a while to load up but just follow all the guides and it will work. Just click into youtube and there will be few guys who show you how to do it as well.
But the low volume seems to specific to some phones the same as the top speaker goes on some of the z3 as well. Like the z3 compact front facing speakers where not as good as the z3 i found. Was a downfall i thought i had to face coming off the htc one m8 but im not disappointed i find them very good.
Even if you root the phone the low volume might not get sorted. But its easy to unroot again if needed

snwman said:
No worries should of even said but couldnt remember i had the z3 compact before the htc one m8 but i found the screen to small but was an brilliant phone otherwise. To root its actually easy here is the thread i followed its on the general section same as the thread you started root z3 . The tool you will only have issues with is flashtool takes a bit to get use to and takes a while to load up but just follow all the guides and it will work. Just click into youtube and there will be few guys who show you how to do it as well.
But the low volume seems to specific to some phones the same as the top speaker goes on some of the z3 as well. Like the z3 compact front facing speakers where not as good as the z3 i found. Was a downfall i thought i had to face coming off the htc one m8 but im not disappointed i find them very good.
Even if you root the phone the low volume might not get sorted. But its easy to unroot again if needed
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Thanks for the directions.
And you wrote in the first comment:
"But however I rooted and flashed the zip with the sound mod and it is way better than normal. "
What was that mod?

shutterstill said:
Thanks for the directions.
And you wrote in the first comment:
"But however I rooted and flashed the zip with the sound mod and it is way better than normal. "
What was that mod?
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Here sound mod there is another one in z3 android development thread

I'd choose the Z3 just for the magnetic charging port. I can't believe they no longer have it.
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vimto25 said:
Huawei p8 u carnt go wrong
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I tried and tested P8 near my loved Z3. It's a great smartphone, better than others
I thinked Sony was the only one to get the best hardware/software/camera combo but I have to admit P8 is similar..a very good product..:good:
Z3 or Z3+? I think z3 is the best choice, better price/performance..so you could get your next smatphone before, saving your money for a closer future
Z3 has root, better advanced firmware, better battery...
only manual camera controls support is missing

I think changes between Z3 and Z3+ is not huge. If me I will pick Z3, mainly because cheaper, larger battery, louder speaker compare with Z3+. Snapdragon 801 probably still can provide a smooth experience in 2 years time. If you don't mind paid more, is better for you to wait for Sony next flagship. Rumors say it will launch in September this year.

shilent said:
I'd choose the Z3 just for the magnetic charging port. I can't believe they no longer have it.
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I prefer the z3+ which I still believe should of been the z3 design, the magnetic port is only held by tape which has broken alot apparently on amazon reviews

Well, I think I will get the Z3 then; I really don't want a phone bogged down by the heat.
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shutterstill said:
Thanks for the directions.
And you wrote in the first comment:
"But however I rooted and flashed the zip with the sound mod and it is way better than normal. "
What was that mod?
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Flash the zip made by pricey2009. Flash the v 6.0 mod. It will fix the internal ear speaker. I have a similar problem as yours. Unable to ear the other side properly.

Is it worth upgrading?

Hi!
I currently own a Z2 and a Z5 compact(with shattered back). They are both starting to get laggy and very slow in general. I'm thinking about upgrading to the XZ, I can get it new for $462 or €434. Is it worth upgrading?
Please share your experiences and how it was like to switch to the XZ from previous Xperia models
Thanks!

Skanin said:
Hi!
I currently own a Z2 and a Z5 compact(with shattered back). They are both starting to get laggy and very slow in general. I'm thinking about upgrading to the XZ, I can get it new for $462 or €434. Is it worth upgrading?
Please share your experiences and how it was like to switch to the XZ from previous Xperia models
Thanks!
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It's miles ahead both of those phones, but still a premium price. I'd wait for the XZs and XZ Premium to come out and then grab the XZ, I'm sure the prices will drop a lot, and there will still be new units to buy.
As for the two phones you own, do a hard reset and software repair via Xperia Companion, flash the latest available generic firmware from Flashtool and they'll be as good as new. As far as the broken back cover goes on the Z5c, it's really cheap and easy to repair. When you sort them out, sell them and it will be a nice addition to the budget for the new phone.
I gave my dad the M4 Aqua I had before and my mom is using the Z3, tbh they perform better than new, with latest firmwares, but you do have to keep an eye on the free memory and bloatware, there's no good reason why the phone should become sluggish over time if you keep the software and apps clean and updated. The Z3 my mom is using is still a beast of a phone, the Z5c should be even better, specially with Nougat on it.
EDIT: As far as user impressions go, you can read my post here and also the rest of the thread is very useful insight https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=71159173&postcount=113

hi...i had xperia Z,Z2,Z5 all of them were good devices and now i own an XZ and i can tell its way faster and better phone then those 3 i had LOL of course it is ) i would also idvice u to wait for new xperias to come so the XZ will become cheaper to buy...or if u want the latest goodies from sony go for the XZs or premium...the only bad thing for me on this phone is the materials..its very prone to bending or twisting...not so solid cuz it uses more plastic then before.foe example i bought a new XZ and after 10 days of usage i suddenly noticed that the phone is twisted and i noticed that by puting the phone on the table and start using it and the phone started to wooble...lol i got so mad and i went to waranty and gues what they sad :its not covered... HAHA LOL nevermind its a good phone just take a good look before u buy it.

The big question remains----is the ringtone sound in the new XZ and XZ premium going to be loud like the Iphone or still the same low tone as all previous models..

i own xzs. and my friends own X Performance and XZ. i do not think there is difference between xz , xp and xzs in performance , where xz premium and xz1 is miles ahead it is super fast. only change in xzs from xz and xp is the superslowmo. i wish i too had super speedy 835 processor which i d not have or not going to get anyday sooner