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[Q] Xperia Z3 or HTC one M8 (need opinion)

hi, as the title says, im currently looking for a new phone, but im still confused, which one is better, the sony Xperia Z3 or the HTC one M8. Maybe you guys can give your opinions here and help me decide which one is better
thanks

azirr said:
hi, as the title says, im currently looking for a new phone, but im still confused, which one is better, the sony Xperia Z3 or the HTC one M8. Maybe you guys can give your opinions here and help me decide which one is better
thanks
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Before this gets locked, i'd say, I preferred my M8. Speakers, build quality, camera and screen. Z3 is waterproof though, and a nice shape.

azirr said:
hi, as the title says, im currently looking for a new phone, but im still confused, which one is better, the sony Xperia Z3 or the HTC one M8. Maybe you guys can give your opinions here and help me decide which one is better
thanks
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I've used the m8 for about 3 months and the Z3 for maybe 3 weeks now and while they are close I'd have to say the Z3 is the better phone in many areas. The camera is no contest, the phone is just as snappy and the UI is great. The m8 has better speakers but the Z3 for most purposes is just as good. The battery life is much better on the Z3 and in my opinion the screen is a lot nicer and that extra real estate though not that much on paper is certainly noticeable. I love the camera shutter button and don't miss the IR from the m8 since I have no problem reaching for the remote control one foot away from me. The sound is louder through headphones on the m8 which is my only gripe really. Both feel very premium, I wouldn't rate one over the other, they're just two different types of premium (metal vs glass). The glass feels great, though the m8 is more comfortable to hold, but when the phones are past a certain threshold for size I think comfort in hand is all relatively the same anyways, aka I have no problems handling this phone and didn't think the m8 was significantly better other than mild comfort from the curve. That's about it, if I had to recommend to any friends I would hands down tell them they're getting better bang for the buck with the Z3 especially after the ps4 screen share update arrives. If you have any other comparison questions just ask away!

Jonathan-H said:
Before this gets locked, i'd say, I preferred my M8. Speakers, build quality, camera and screen. Z3 is waterproof though, and a nice shape.
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oh sorry, i just found out the device suggestion thread. thanks for your suggestion btw!

ladelfm said:
I've used the m8 for about 3 months and the Z3 for maybe 3 weeks now and while they are close I'd have to say the Z3 is the better phone in many areas. The camera is no contest, the phone is just as snappy and the UI is great. The m8 has better speakers but the Z3 for most purposes is just as good. The battery life is much better on the Z3 and in my opinion the screen is a lot nicer and that extra real estate though not that much on paper is certainly noticeable. I love the camera shutter button and don't miss the IR from the m8 since I have no problem reaching for the remote control one foot away from me. The sound is louder through headphones on the m8 which is my only gripe really. Both feel very premium, I wouldn't rate one over the other, they're just two different types of premium (metal vs glass). The glass feels great, though the m8 is more comfortable to hold, but when the phones are past a certain threshold for size I think comfort in hand is all relatively the same anyways, aka I have no problems handling this phone and didn't think the m8 was significantly better other than mild comfort from the curve. That's about it, if I had to recommend to any friends I would hands down tell them they're getting better bang for the buck with the Z3 especially after the ps4 screen share update arrives. If you have any other comparison questions just ask away!
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thank you for your very informative suggestion, im more leaning to z3 now after reading your sugestion! do you know what earphone around below 50$ that suits with the z3? since the bundled earphone is just sucks from what i heard.

While I don't own a m8 my cousin does but I do own a Z3 for a week now and apart from the louder/bassier stereo speakers (Z3 is still good enough) and the louder audio in headphones on the m8 (again Z3 is still good enough especially when using DSEE HX and the noise cancelling headphones and also has better Equalizer presets).
The Z3 is the better phone imo especially for camera/video, battery life, screen, look/feel/design is subjective but I much prefer the Z3 in this department and it is waterproof too and that has come handy in the last week alone.

I'd agree on getting the Z3 (although this is the Sony thread). Both are well built and have quality screens, but I prefer the larger battery and camera over the M8's. Although the speakers could be better, I believe there was a mod called DSEE HX that amplifies the speakers on the Z3. Overall, it relies on what your needs are. They both look good so you wouldn't lose either way. As this is based on opinions, I'd go for the Z3 because it is the newer model and its design is so sleek. Sense is pretty, but I'm all about Sony's stock look and feel. If those don't really matter to you, I guess you would decide whether or not you take more pictures or listen to more music.

RCJ89 said:
While I don't own a m8 my cousin does but I do own a Z3 for a week now and apart from the louder/bassier stereo speakers (Z3 is still good enough) and the louder audio in headphones on the m8 (again Z3 is still good enough especially when using DSEE HX and the noise cancelling headphones and also has better Equalizer presets).
The Z3 is the better phone imo especially for camera/video, battery life, screen, look/feel/design is subjective but I much prefer the Z3 in this department and it is waterproof too and that has come handy in the last week alone.
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Richie5767 said:
I'd agree on getting the Z3 (although this is the Sony thread). Both are well built and have quality screens, but I prefer the larger battery and camera over the M8's. Although the speakers could be better, I believe there was a mod called DSEE HX that amplifies the speakers on the Z3. Overall, it relies on what your needs are. They both look good so you wouldn't lose either way. As this is based on opinions, I'd go for the Z3 because it is the newer model and its design is so sleek. Sense is pretty, but I'm all about Sony's stock look and feel. If those don't really matter to you, I guess you would decide whether or not you take more pictures or listen to more music.
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thanks for your opinion guys! i think i have made up my decision now

What did you decide? I'm trying to decide if the z3 camera and battery life are enough of an improvement from my m8 to switch. I generally love the m8, but I HATE the camera. All my pictures are washed out with tons of glare from any light source.
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I just trade up my Htc m8 for the sony Z3 by using my T-mobile jump program.. I am really luving this phone man ?.I love how you really have alot of options..my biggest worry is dropping the phone and breaking the glass front or back...i really do not like covers on my phone..i think it take the beauty out of them..beside i pay
the extra $10 a month issuance ?
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This thread had helped me make my decision to grab a Z3 today. I was on the fence in using Jump! to switch from my M8. I'll be going to T-Mo during lunch. Thanks to everyone for the input here.

I had an m8, I switched it for the z3 and I did everything I could to get it back again. Android development for z3 hasn't even begin, speaker quality is bad, the ui feels outdated and less responsive, camera besides x reality treatment in viewing is slow and inconsistent, the price is too high. Get an m8 which is superior in almost every aspect (m8's camera is mediocre too) or a z2 which is much cheaper and offers almost the same.

morfini said:
I had an m8, I switched it for the z3 and I did everything I could to get it back again. Android development for z3 hasn't even begin, speaker quality is bad, the ui feels outdated and less responsive, camera besides x reality treatment in viewing is slow and inconsistent, the price is too high. Get an m8 which is superior in almost every aspect (m8's camera is mediocre too) or a z2 which is much cheaper and offers almost the same.
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You don't think the camera is much better? It seems like it wouldn't take much to beat the m8 there.
I wish I could try it out and get my m8 back if I didn't like it. Tmobile doesn't allow that though.
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Had M8 and now have Z3. Both are great phones. Camera isn't that bad on the M8. Especially if you just use it for social media.
Things I miss on the M8 are the IR Blaster and Blinkfeed.
Things I don't miss on the M8 are the power button on the top of the phone and the inability to swipe or double tap screen to unlock while sitting on a flat surface. You have to move the phone or it has to be in your hand on the M8. Z3 does not require that. Also, the curved back makes it rock if you wanna use the phone on a hard surface.
They both feel very comfortably to hold. Although the M8 was a bit slippery when it was brand new. Both have great speakers, and screen. Build quality is equal to me but the Z3 is a bit lighter so the M8 has little more of a solid feel in your hand.
Oh, and one of the most important thing. The battery life is a lot better on the Z3. After the first charge, I got over 6.5 hours of screen time. I expect it to get better after a few more charges. Most I could get out of the M8 was barely 5 hours.

There are tips in m8' s topic which make its camera decent even for printing photos.. It can even get better than z3's in some aspects in my opininion. Z3 has indeed better battery life, and x reality engine can make colours pop out from the screen, if you like such an effect. That's it for me, everything else is better on m8. And keep in mind that z2 is now much cheaper.

Erckul said:
This thread had helped me make my decision to grab a Z3 today. I was on the fence in using Jump! to switch from my M8. I'll be going to T-Mo during lunch. Thanks to everyone for the input here.
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If you go to buy, ask to test the device first, they will open the packaging for it.
Look for the following:
-Frame being bent outward or toward LCD <- Mine had that
-Light bleed between frame and LCD <- Mine had that
-Pink spots in camera <- Mine had that (barely noticeable but diffuse)
-Pressure test to ensure, water tightness
-Test speakers as some are getting major stereo mismatch in loudness.
I unfortunately, could not test, and since I preordered, I cannot exchange in store had to mail mine back.

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azirr said:
hi, as the title says, im currently looking for a new phone, but im still confused, which one is better, the sony Xperia Z3 or the HTC one M8. Maybe you guys can give your opinions here and help me decide which one is better
thanks
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when you ask about Z3 in z3 forum it means more will vote for z3
1 important thing i can say about Xperia devices is durability
beside this there is more ram and awesome camera and better design
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definitely z3 for me. the last time i had a htc one m7, it died on me after just barely after a year. i was also having a lot of software issues with it. purple tint, battery depleting fast and auto shut down. that was my last htc phone.
z3 got my attention with the battery life.

thanks for all of your opinions guys!! helped me alot. im going for the z3 but its not available yet in my country, so i have to wait for a couple more weeks to have it

I have both a Z3 D6603 and a HTC M8 Developer Edition. I really like the UI on the Sony a lot. Its a tough choice. The Copper color Z3 is awesome and a nice change from the gold devices by all the rest.
I do like the extra battery, more ram, and x-reality on the Z3, however; I can convert my m8 to a GPE and get Android L much quicker than we will get it on the Z3. By the time the Z3 gets Android L, then HTC will launch it as well (both promise within 90 days of release) and I can throw that on my m8.
I am more concerned with the lack of development on the Z3 and Sony's DRM Bootloader crap. I know the device was just released but so has a boat load of other devices and which ones with ultimately get the Dev Love ?

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.

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Enjoy it, sure you won't regret it.
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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?

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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?
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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]

[Q] Should i buy a Z3

hello guys i want to buy a new device am coming fros the galaxy s2
and im considering buying a z2 or z3 or lg g3
i know the z3 is not very different from the z2 but is it good to buy it ??or the lg g3 ??
plz help me am really confuse right now

Go for the z3, you will not be disappointed. The performance and battery life superb.
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woozydevotee said:
Go for the z3, you will not be disappointed. The performance and battery life superb.
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how does it stand copare to the HTC ONE M8 ??

M8 Advantages
More durable, excels in drop tests as screen is well protected with big bezels and speaker grills
HTC gives free glass replacement in first 6 months, if you damage/drop it.
Better Speakers and aux out audio.
HTC Sense is generally considered the best looking Android UI
Z3 Adavantages:
Bigger, brighter, more power efficient screeen
Better battery life
Much better camera
Waterproof
Lighter, Thinner
Close to stock android UI
Overall though the Z3 is more "well-rounded", but just be sure to be careful with it as its comparatively much more fragile. I would say go for the Z3. This based on my experience as we have an M8, Z3, GS4 and an iPhone 6 in our family.

Haha - I came to this forum to ask exactly this question! I have an S4 and am thinking about a Z3. I have always ended up rooting and using a custom ROM on my androids - is it easy to unlock the bootloader and root the Z3? (If nothing else, so that I can do nandroid, Titanium, Greenify and BetterBatteryStats).
Are there stable Lollipop ROMs that don't hurt battery life?
Is there no Samsung TouchWiz style bloatware?
Is the battery life as good as they say?
Do most people use magnetic charging to avoid opening the microUSB port?
If it is a bit fragile, do people use slim cases rather than risk using it "naked"?
Thanks in advance - apologies for not trawling through all the other subforums for answers.

-Battery life really is great, I don't need to compromise with autosync/location, I even leave them on, this the first phone that lets me be more carfree and still gives a lot of hours
-As for bloat, no there is not much, but then again the galaxy is the heights of bloatware lol.
-As for fragility, yes get a case. I use glass protectors on both sides but am still careful as I don't use a case. Remember glass protector wont save you from corner impacts.
-As for unlocking it should be pretty easy, I can't however as mine is a carrier version phone.
-Magnetic charging depends on people, I just use USB but many also use the mag port.

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-As for bloat, no there is not much, but then again the galaxy is the heights of bloatware lol.
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Thanks for the comprehensive reply. I didn't experience galaxy bloat - the day I got it, I unlocked, rooted, backed up (just in case) and had it CyanogenModded
Oh, and I find that the devs at work have a Z3 for testing, so I will try and get a trial on Monday.

The difference between Z2 and Z3 is slim... the Z3 is slightly smaller, has a bit better screen while the Z2 has basically same hardware, bigger battery (yeah it differs) and is quite cheaper. So the Z2 is the better deal.

Feb 2016 - Z3 still worth buying, root friendly?

Please, Z3 faithful owners, can I have your opinions? Am I crazy to be looking at buying a Z3 at this late stage? Is the battery still good on latest Android? Some reviews talk of screens that break all buy themselves - is this a real risk? Should I care that Sony may stop making mobiles?
Why Z3? Well Z3+ seems to have worse battery. Z5 costs 50% more and not sure I need it.
I'm buying in UK SIM free. It's for business use: email, web, documents. Battery life is important, and I prefer no software bloat. Won't play games or watch movies (maybe a quick how-to on YouTube, that's it). Occasional camera, prefer idiot-proof. I'd like to keep using the phone for 3-4 years.
I do plan to root, with some hope of claiming under guarantee in case of hardware failure. I've done my best to scan these forums but please bear in mind I am totally new to Sony phones and there is a lot of info. It looks good so far - any gotchas I should know about? I see there are Marshmallow ROMs - are these safe/recommended for general use? And available for root locked bootloader? I didn't find a Xposed thread - does it work OK?
Many thanks.

I was in the same dilemma two months ago and i went for the z3. z3+ not worth it and z5 is more expensive and i'm not quite sure it's worth it. We have a z5 here at the office and i compared it with my z3. On the latest firmware both of them, it's true that z5 was a little snappier but not by much, tho when under heavy stress it will heat up...
Battery is very good for me. I usually use my phone 2 hours per day, on screen time and listen to music some 3 hours. Data always on and some bad reception where i work... I get home at 7 pm with ~50%. I say that's awsome. The camera is identical to z5, i don't see any difference. If there is, it's probably so small you won't even see it, at least not on the level that I expect mobile phone cameras to be.
Root is available, as well as xposed fwk. Everything works ok on the latest 5.1.1. MM ROMs are only for unlockedBL for now but we are soon expecting oficial MM. Anyway those MM based on CM are worse on battery and not working fully.
Any other info needed?

Yeah I have the same dilemma, but I consider between xperia z3 and nexus 5x. Do you know something about Sony plans about android N for xperia 3? What do you think will it get next android? Cause nexus 5x for sure. Thx.

I recently "downgraded" from an Xperia Z5 to a Z3 and I don't regret my decision one little bit.
More ROMs to choose from, root easily achievable by first flashing 4.4.4 and then flashing a pre-rooted .ftf.
Battery life is like night and day. I was ending the day on my Z5 with 5-10% battery. With my Z3 and a custom ROM, I'm ending the day with upwards of 50%.
Also, the Z3, to me, feels more premium and better built than the Z5.
If you can find one for £200 or thereabouts, grab it. It's a bargain.

Get one. But don't do what I did, I bought a unit from a guy who got a "new" replacement from his insurance company, the screen ripples when I touch it and I have pressure marks (the screen is genuine, however). The phone isn't waterproof either. Do you reckon I could send it to Sony and get it repaired? Maybe Sony repaired it.
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[Q] Considering on purchasing an Xperia XZ

Saw the xz for about mid $400 online ,thinking that's low enough for me to buy rather that original +600 price.
-how has performance been on a day to day usage?
-any over heating issues?
-how has the camera performed on pictures and video?
-would you still need to backup DRM if wanting to root and unlock bootloader?
-how's battery life?
Any issues or concerns you might have,would greatly appreciate it. Thanks

I bought mine a few days ago. I am getting credited $150. I am glad I got mine.

- very smooth without any lags
- yes, when using the camera
- very good in btight light but very noisy when low light
- yes
- mine's bad but others say it's decent
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marcviado said:
Saw the xz for about mid $400 online ,thinking that's low enough for me to buy rather that original +600 price.
-how has performance been on a day to day usage?
-any over heating issues?
-how has the camera performed on pictures and video?
-would you still need to backup DRM if wanting to root and unlock bootloader?
-how's battery life?
Any issues or concerns you might have,would greatly appreciate it. Thanks
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Where is xz for 400！From what I search cheaper brand new one is $520

B&H has it for $450. I believe $475 shipped overnight. I got mine for $425 since I had credits shipped. Not sure where he got his for.

a. day to day usage is reasonable (occasional freezes but very rare)
b. no overheating at all (exceptional here)
c. camera/video performance strong (except low light/zoomed shots)
d. no root with a locked bootloader (unlock/back up drm keys etc.)
e. battery life 36 hrs on medium use/6hrs+ screen on time
the achilles heel is the ram management as approximately 50% is swallowed by nougat/system processes, and charging time can depend on the cable used (use the sony cable only)
seriously consider the xzs if you can afford it in April (improvements to camera, memory and battery)

marcviado said:
Saw the xz for about mid $400 online ,thinking that's low enough for me to buy rather that original +600 price.
-how has performance been on a day to day usage?
-any over heating issues?
-how has the camera performed on pictures and video?
-would you still need to backup DRM if wanting to root and unlock bootloader?
-how's battery life?
Any issues or concerns you might have,would greatly appreciate it. Thanks
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-Excellent. No problems in daily usage.
- No over heat issues. In every situations.
- in my opinion i try every 2016 top phone. Xz have the Best camera overall. Video perfectly stabilized and very dettalied. Pictures perfect in every situations. The front camera too.
- I don't try for now but yes.
- For me is very good. If you active stamina with third option, you have excellent battery life with only x reality off and only better gestions of battery. I can play with games and do everything without problems and have fantastic battery life. I reach without stamina minium 5 hrs sot and maxium 6 hrs sot. With stamina third options minium 5:40 hrs maxium 8hrs (yes 8 hrs sot).
No issues with latest firmware on xz.

Just ordered mine, i was originally thinking of z5 premium but i wanted type C over the 4k display since i have nexus 5x and really enjoy the charging with type C's, i really wanted the XZ premium but im too impatient as this is my second nexus that i slept and sweated on in my sleep and had problems with the touch screen not registering touch at times (for a nexus 5x user having screen problems i'm probably i special case since i sweat a lot LOLOLOL). so in short bought my ZX off of amazon today with next day shipping. #coolstorybro ahah

Smacksmack206 said:
Just ordered mine, i was originally thinking of z5 premium but i wanted type C over the 4k display since i have nexus 5x and really enjoy the charging with type C's, i really wanted the XZ premium but im too impatient as this is my second nexus that i slept and sweated on in my sleep and had problems with the touch screen not registering touch at times (for a nexus 5x user having screen problems i'm probably i special case since i sweat a lot LOLOLOL). so in short bought my ZX off of amazon today with next day shipping. #coolstorybro ahah
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eBay have 10% off over $200

paullu said:
eBay have 10% off over $200
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my main concern wasn't the price, more of how fast it gets too me, maybe next day option isn't the best and there is a site out there that would of got it to me this after noon but nah not trippin.
there was a few for just shy of 400, hell for what i paid for i could of got the dual sim 64gb version but i realized that model is probably worse on the development aspect of it after looking at some roms on XDA for ZX not really compatible between single sim varrients. is this true? i only been researching the past day to see what were my options

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eBay have 10% off over $200
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Did you buy the brand new one? How much was it, I'll get mine tomorrow but bought the used one for $404 same on amazon

imna357 said:
Did you buy the brand new one? How much was it, I'll get mine tomorrow but bought the used one for $404 same on amazon
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eBay sell brand new for 518 and coupon 10% off .So come down to like 467. But i haven't buy it yet . Because a lot people complain about it .

paullu said:
eBay sell brand new for 518 and coupon 10% off .So come down to like 467. But i haven't buy it yet . Because a lot people complain about it .
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about the phone? I used to have the dual sim XZ, only problem was my signal because it was an international version, I even flash a different firmware but it didn't change and it cost me around $530 so I returned it and got 3T got bored returned it and planning to stick with the XZ, not sure about the condition coz I bought the used-good on AMAZON, I'll get it this afternoon.:highfive:

imna357 said:
about the phone? I used to have the dual sim XZ, only problem was my signal because it was an international version, I even flash a different firmware but it didn't change and it cost me around $530 so I returned it and got 3T got bored returned it and planning to stick with the XZ, not sure about the condition coz I bought the used-good on AMAZON, I'll get it this afternoon.:highfive:
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Right now I am using huawei po plus good signal good battery life and good sound quality. But from what I reviewed from search internet many owner complain at speaker . Said call ringtone too weak they often miss call and bad battery life. That stop me thinking buy xz

paullu said:
Right now I am using huawei po plus good signal good battery life and good sound quality. But from what I reviewed from search internet many owner complain at speaker . Said call ringtone too weak they often miss call and bad battery life. That stop me thinking buy xz
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will see:fingers-crossed:
thanks

imna357 said:
will see:fingers-crossed:
thanks
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After you got your phone make a review .Let me know how battery life and call quality and speaker . :good:

paullu said:
After you got your phone make a review .Let me know how battery life and call quality and speaker . :good:
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will do

paullu said:
After you got your phone make a review .Let me know how battery life and call quality and speaker . :good:
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well got the phone now, after booting it on US firmware, I eventually flash the NOBA version and so far it's all good, volume, double tap and signal is ok, signal bar is different form the US version which is 5bars, NOBA is only 4bars(US I get 4 bars/NOBA on 2), so I don't know if it's basically the same, so far speed is okay and smoothness is let's just say it like a BUTTER=) Battery life, maybe a day or two days after=)

imna357 said:
well got the phone now, after booting it on US firmware, I eventually flash the NOBA version and so far it's all good, volume, double tap and signal is ok, signal bar is different form the US version which is 5bars, NOBA is only 4bars(US I get 4 bars/NOBA on 2), so I don't know if it's basically the same, so far speed is okay and smoothness is let's just say it like a BUTTER=) Battery life, maybe a day or two days after=)
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thanks ! What about speaker , ringtone, call quality?

paullu said:
thanks ! What about speaker , ringtone, call quality?
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Well, my wife just called me right now to greet me a HAPPY BIRTHDAY and it's loud enough for me, don't know what others are talking about the speaker... Bought this used-good in Amazon, and it's like brand new, missing earbuds though, but I don't care coz I used Bluetooth ?