Hey guys,
I am looking into getting the Sony Xperia Z3. I just have one quick question.
A while back I purchased the Xperia Z (C6602) from sony directly and I used it on tmobiles network. After purchasing the phone I found out that tmobile sold the (C6603). These phones are similar, however they do have different specs.
My main question is, is there any difference between the Xperia Z3 that tmobile is selling compared to the Xperia Z3 that is sold directly by sony? (other than the available colors)
Thank you for your help!!!
jroberts1030 said:
Hey guys,
I am looking into getting the Sony Xperia Z3. I just have one quick question.
A while back I purchased the Xperia Z (C6602) from sony directly and I used it on tmobiles network. After purchasing the phone I found out that tmobile sold the (C6603). These phones are similar, however they do have different specs.
My main question is, is there any difference between the Xperia Z3 that tmobile is selling compared to the Xperia Z3 that is sold directly by sony? (other than the available colors)
Thank you for your help!!!
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/help/t-mobile-z3-unlocked-z3-t2872122
Two things primarily: The T-Mobile model has 32 GB of RAM vs. 16 GB and its bootloader is locked.
Mashuri said:
Two things primarily: The T-Mobile model has 32 GB of RAM vs. 16 GB and its bootloader is locked.
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Also the T-Mobile one has LTE Band 12 which no other model has.
You mean 32gb storage, it has 3gb of ram
Tmobile version has band 12 and wifi calling.
And the T-Mobile is only in black and carrier branding...no thanks!
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Reason I would reccomend, TMO version is the 14 day replacement/exchange period. I went through 3 and on 4th and possibly final one. If you buy from Sony directly you will be stuck without a device for weeks if you send it in due to defects only to probably get a refurbished one.
The TMO emblem is pretty conspicuous unlike Verizon so that should not be an issue.
jroberts1030 said:
Hey guys,
I am looking into getting the Sony Xperia Z3. I just have one quick question.
A while back I purchased the Xperia Z (C6602) from sony directly and I used it on tmobiles network. After purchasing the phone I found out that tmobile sold the (C6603). These phones are similar, however they do have different specs.
My main question is, is there any difference between the Xperia Z3 that tmobile is selling compared to the Xperia Z3 that is sold directly by sony? (other than the available colors)
Thank you for your help!!!
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Try this thread, I have also replied there. There are some differences...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/help/international-d6603-vs-t-mobile-d6616-t2915894
abhinav.tella said:
Reason I would reccomend, TMO version is the 14 day replacement/exchange period. I went through 3 and on 4th and possibly final one. If you buy from Sony directly you will be stuck without a device for weeks if you send it in due to defects only to probably get a refurbished one.
The TMO emblem is pretty conspicuous unlike Verizon so that should not be an issue.
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I think you mean to say "inconspicuous" . Anyways I agree, looking at it, it's also a much lighter shade of gray/white than the Xperia or Sony logo, so it actually blends in quite well. There's also no T-Mobile branding on the front, which is really nice.
Hardware differences:
32GB Storage
T-Mobile Branding on back
Band 12
Software:
Bloat: http://imgur.com/oXLCzjj
Bloat not removed: wifi hotspot needs hotspot on plan, Device Unlock
Bloat that needs PM BLOCK: CarrierIQ
No bootloader unlock
I believe only the T-Mobile version has wifi calling.
You can opt out of Carrier IQ, the bloat is not so bad actually fewer than most carriers and they can all be disabled. For the extra 16GB its worth it. Only thing for you to care about is the boot-loader unlock. WiFi calling is also a plus.
I am replacing a D6603 from Handtec (UK generic) with a D6603 purchased at a U.S. Sony store (either US generic or global -- not sure which). I use the phone on AT&T almost exclusively in the US.
I noticed that the UK version is on a later build, and since Sony is more popular in the UK, I imagine that would always be the case. Is there any drawback to just flashing the UK version so that I can get quicker updates? Is there a different version I should flash instead? And for clarification -- flashing a different ftf will NOT erase my drm keys, right?
Thanks!
nirvanayoda said:
I am replacing a D6603 from Handtec (UK generic) with a D6603 purchased at a U.S. Sony store (either US generic or global -- not sure which). I use the phone on AT&T almost exclusively in the US.
I noticed that the UK version is on a later build, and since Sony is more popular in the UK, I imagine that would always be the case. Is there any drawback to just flashing the UK version so that I can get quicker updates? Is there a different version I should flash instead? And for clarification -- flashing a different ftf will NOT erase my drm keys, right?
Thanks!
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Probably not, try it and report back
nirvanayoda said:
I am replacing a D6603 from Handtec (UK generic) with a D6603 purchased at a U.S. Sony store (either US generic or global -- not sure which). I use the phone on AT&T almost exclusively in the US.
I noticed that the UK version is on a later build, and since Sony is more popular in the UK, I imagine that would always be the case. Is there any drawback to just flashing the UK version so that I can get quicker updates? Is there a different version I should flash instead? And for clarification -- flashing a different ftf will NOT erase my drm keys, right?
Thanks!
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DRM keys will not be wiped and you can always flash back to US if the signal weakens due to different baseband. Don't bet on getting updates sooner. Sony moves them around so you never know which regions will get them first.
Hey everyone,
I own an Sony Xperia Z3 model D6603 and I live in the USA. I haven't had any issues with it except for no Wi-Fi calling/texting.
I downloaded firmware for the sony xperia z3 D6616 US Tmobile version and was wondering if I could load that on my D6603? I heard of others loading custom roms from other models of the Z3 without incident so I would think it was possible. I think this hypotheticaly should get Wi-Fi calling to work as it should be a software restriction not a hardware one??
Any insight would be very helpful. Hell even if you think I could give it a try and if it doesn't work I can always revert to the old rom, a boost of confidence would be great before I start tinkering with things.
Thanks everyone!
Knowing how bad T-Mobile is with software updates, T-Mobile users will probably never get Android M update for Z3.
Wondering if there is a way to install Sony's International software version on t mobile's D6616, so we can get Android M update?
Is it gonna be stable?
Instruction would be helpful, I never done this kind of thing before.
Also, Sony might have new UI for Z3 in Sweden, maybe it will come with Android M in the future!!
What are you talking about? There has been no notice about Android M from Sony or T-Mobile. We'll probably get it 3 months after the international push.
There's no way to convert the T-mobile D6616 to an international model due to locked bootloader. But even if it were possible, you'd lose the 32GB and radio compatibility. At that point, it would be wise to sell your Tmobile model an buy the 16GB international model.
I've been offered a Xperia XZ for a good price, but it's a European model, is there going to be any issues using it in the UK?
Why not? its same phone, only difference is customisation, which u can change any time with flashtool.