v3.co.uk Updated:
2015-02-04 09:13:50
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Sony's mobile division unveiled another iteration of the Z smartphone, the Xperia Z3, at IFA in early September 2014. This means that the arrival of the Xperia Z3 comes just six months after the firm launched its predecessor, the Xperia Z2, at Mobile Wor...
Slimmer and less boxy updated design, very powerful, vibrant HD screen, brilliant camera, waterproof...
Internal storage could be bigger, reflective screen...
Featuring a water resistant design, decent screen and offering great performance the Xperia Z3 is one of the best Android smartphones currently available...
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We first laid hands on the Sony Xperia Z3 some time ago, but in the Christmas rush it was one of those products that slipped through the net, overlooked in favour of glitzier, more newsworthy products. See also: what's the best smartphone of 2015? But, h...
In summary, the Xperia Z3 is a more than decent smartphone, and one we'd happily carry around from day to day. It's nicely designed, has great battery life and a lovely display. But then, the Z2 was pretty good too, and it's now far cheaper than the Z3...
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techlife.net Updated:
2015-02-04 09:13:50
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And there's still hardened glass covering both the front and back, which makes for a phone that feels good in the hand — and not too slippery. Those rounded edges have also resulted in better-fitting sealed port covers that seem more secure than ever — an...
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The Sony Xperia Z3 smartphone. Photo via sonymobile.comJust six months on from the release of the Xperia Z2, Sony has yet another flagship phone on the market, its new Z3 device.This biannual release schedule is bound to irk those who invested in the Z2 j...
The Z3 is a real looker and will appeal to Android users not keen on change, but its impractical glass construction, occasional bugs and Sony's insistence on trying to wrestle more money out of your pocket at every turn make it difficult to love for the h...
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It wasn't all that long ago that I remained in love with HTC's One M8 . I've owned it since it launched in Australia, and even bought one before Ausdroid's review was published. I knew that I had liked the previous year's HTC One that much that the new mo...
That battery life, though. Without Stamina mode, it easily lasts a day. With it, it could easily last two, Close to stock experience, with enough tweaks to make it more enjoyable, Effortless. Doesn't take long to set up and customise, Looks great. It's sl...
That waterproof isn't infallible. I have drowned a Z3. Fortunately, it was replaced immediately at no cost, Lack of Qi charging is an annoyance for a waterproof phone, so it's either fiddly port covers, or magnetic charging docks, Some features are annoyi...
I've been using the Xperia Z3 for the last month now, which is somewhat unusual for an Ausdroid review; we have this luxury because I bought the device myself. This isn't to say that Sony didn't offer us a review device; they surely did, but I knew I want...
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Sony is just getting started in the United States. Its first carrier partnership came with T-Mobile and its Xperia Z3 recently arrived at the Uncarrier, but it also made its way to Verizon. The Xperia Z3V is a specially created version of the smartphone t...
Waterproof, Bright, crisp screen, Decent battery life, Great camera...
Slippery glass back, Only available at two carriers, Too many unnecessary apps...
The Xperia Z3 is a classic Sony smartphone. It follows the company's signature design aesthetic and doesn't break the mold in any way. If you're a Sony fan and you want an Xperia, this is a fantastic choice and is in league with a number of incredible fl...
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Smartphones have a tendency to render other categories irrelevant, and in a few short years they've already replaced several products; PDAs, calculators, and portable gaming systems are fading fast from memory—all replaced by one device that slides easily...
Sony's got the phone to beat in 2014, if you're on T-Mobile. When you get down to it, there are four things that most people want in a phone: a relatively fast processor, a good-looking display that you can see while outdoors, a great camera, and exce...
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Previously, on MobileSyrup:“Sony's Xperia ZL is an excellent smartphone. But, like I said about the Xperia T, it's going up against the most competitive smartphone market in history.” April 6th, 2013“The Xperia Z is a gorgeous smartphone – Sony's best to-...
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Six months on and Sony has updated its flagship smartphone with the Z3. Not enough time has passed for the company to release a brand new device. In fact, it's best to think of the Z3 as a ‘lite' version of the widely praised Xperia Z2.That's not to say t...
Great display, Exceptional camera, Long battery, Water- and dust- proof, Glass and aluminium body...
Rare flagship without IR transmitter, No finger scanner...
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fatducktech.com Updated:
2015-02-04 09:13:51
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Sony's reimagining of its premium phone lines through the Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z3 Compact bring a renewed sense of style and some top-notch performance as well, although the cameras could be better.To be honest, I wasn't that thrilled with the Sony Xperia...
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thunderbaylive.com Updated:
2015-02-04 09:13:51
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Lisa Gade reviews the Sony Xperia Z3 Android phone with a stylish glass back and aluminum sides. The Z3 has an updated design with rounded corners and it runs on the 2.5GHz Snapdragon 801 quad core CPU with Adreno 330 graphics and 32 gigs of storage. We l...
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Sony has been improving its smartphones so much that it's impossible not to see the electronics superpower as a serious competitor to Apple and Samsung, and here we are again with another model and what may well be the perfection of its Xperia range thus...
Lovely build and finish that fits nicely in the hands; Water and dust resistance at IP68 certification; Unlike the Z3 Compact, the sides actually fit in well, boosting that water resistance; Great performance; Solid 4G speeds with Category 4 connectivity...
Very, very slippery -- it fell off our desks several times! Can get a little hot; No infrared controller;...
In terms of all-round performance and feature packing, Sony's Xperia Z3 is a slam dunk as far as smartphones go, packing in plenty of camera, multimedia, and gaming smarts in something still recognisable as a phone.There is just so much here to love, from...
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theaustralian.com.au Updated:
2015-02-04 09:13:51
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Despite an aggressive biannual release schedule, Sony's smartphone business has failed to live up to expectations with the Japanese giant recently trimming its annual shipment target from 50 million to 43 million.Sony's Xperia business was once a strong p...
The Xperia Z3 is the best smartphone Sony has ever made and has plenty of appeal for any Android owner in the market for an upgrade. Though it took a few refinements, Sony's prowess in industrial design, display technology, imaging sensors, audio, video...
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techview.co Updated:
2015-02-04 09:13:51
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A current trend in technology is for companies to release two flagship devices each year – one for the first half of the year and one for the second – and Sony is no different.Over the past two years, the Sony Xperia range has grown rapidly and in the Xpe...
The Xperia Z3 comes hot on the heels of the Xperia Z2 and it's quite symbolic of Sony that we're already hearing rumours pertaining to its successor, the Xperia Z4. With its replacement hot on the horizon, is the Xperia Z3 worthy of your hard earned money...
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jwvideo video { transform: none !important; -ms-transform: none !important; -webkit-transform: none !important; } Sony refreshes its flagship smartphone regularly so we've already reviewed the Xperia Z3 , and Google is back with the highly anticipat...
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Sony has released not one but two Z3 handsets recently. The other is the Z3 Compact , but this one is the hero device -- bigger, but does that mean it's necessarily better? The Xperia Z3 looks similar to its predecessor, with the same glass back and fron...
Solid build quality, fine screen, very powerful processor, waterproof and dust resistant, good camera, good battery life, 4G...
Autofocus not as good as it should be, not cheap...
Sony has been revising its Z series and it's getting steadily better. The distinctive blocky shape has been softened and the specs remain impressively high, with a terrific screen, powerful processor, waterproofing and outstanding camera. And of course...
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The decisions that must be going on at Sony's mobile R&D division are certainly intriguing, if not baffling. Six months after it was launched, the Xperia Z2 has been replaced by the Z3 and barely nine months after it was launched, the Z1 Compact has been...
With the arrival of the Xperia Z3, it's now becoming clearer what Sony's philosophy is regarding its flagship update programme: incremental changes every six months and evolution rather than revolution. As a result the Z3 is by some way the most refined...
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Unlike its rivals, Sony updates its flagship smartphone every 6 months so we're already on the Xperia Z3 . See also : The best smartphones of 2014 It will set you back around £520 and in most respects looks the same as the last few iterations. Sony has...
The Sony Xperia Z3 is undoubtedly a decent and desirable smartphone but Z2 owners will have little reason to upgrade unless PS4 Remote Play or High-Res audio are must-haves. In terms of the wider market, the Z3 is up there with the best and a solid choice...
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jwvideo video { transform: none !important; -ms-transform: none !important; -webkit-transform: none !important; } The fight for top spot in the smartphone market continues to rage and Sony's latest effort is the Xperia Z3 but can it outpace the amaz...
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Sony has revised and updated its flagship smartphone more times than any rival in recent years, with the Xperia Z3 model arriving just six months after the previous Z2 hit the shelves. The Sony Xperia Z3 sticks very much to the lines laid by its predeces...
Battery life, great build, waterproofing, camera performance, powerful...
Sony bloatware, still a little tall, design could be a little more seamless...
Having criticised the earlier Xperia Z1 and the Z2 models, we feel like Sony has made the right moves in its latest handset. The Z3 gives you the design, the power, the display, the camera and importantly, the battery life. It's the flagship device...
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Oooh it is thinner and ….. um … lighter.That is what most people who pick up the new Z3 will say. Beyond that there are few visible cues to the fact that they are holding a newer phone. For the phone aficionados (like us) we will pick up the obvious chang...
Oooh it is thinner and… um. lighter. That is what most people who pick up the new Z3 will say. Beyond that there are few visible cues to the fact that they are holding a newer phone. For the phone aficionados (like us) we will pick up the obvious ch...
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cybershack.com.au Updated:
2015-02-04 09:13:51
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Sony's Xperia Z3 is the bigger brother to the Xperia Z3 Compact, and is technically Sony's newest flagship. I say technically, because the no-compromise approach Sony took with the Z3 Compact has made it one of the most interesting, unique Android phones...
Slick, but ergonomic design, Amazing battery life, PlayStation 4 Remote Play is the definition of killer app...
Camera prone to overheating, Very similar to the Xperia Z2...
At times, the Sony Xperia Z3 feels just another high-end Android phone; it follows the template to a tee: 5-inch plus screen, quad-core processor around the 2Ghz mark, 2 to 3GB of RAM, and 16GB of expandable storage with an $800ish price tag. But where o...
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mobilechoiceuk.com Updated:
2015-02-04 09:13:51
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This is the Xperia Z3, Sonys third flagship Android phone in just over a year. It looks very similar to its predecessors - and inside the specs are almost identical to the Z2 - but a thinner chassis, better heat management and improved battery life mean...
Great screen, Excellent camera, Marketleading battery life...
Slippery, difficult to hold comfortably, Can overheat under stress, Feels like a small update over the Z2...
A real stonker of a smartphone, the Sony Xperia Z3 is a top-end handset with looks, ergonomics and performance to match; it has a Full HD screen, quad-core processor, excellent camera, slim but sturdy design, and market-leading battery life. It may have...
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Theinquirer.net Updated:
2015-02-04 09:13:52
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SONY UNVEILED another iteration of its flagship Z smartphone, the Xperia Z3, at IFA in early September...
Slimmer and less boxy updated design, very powerful, vibrant HD screen, brilliant camera, waterproof...
Internal storage could be bigger, reflective screen...
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gadgetdaily.xyz Updated:
2015-02-04 09:13:52
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With two previous versions of the premium Xperia Z series already hitting the shelves this year, Sony has been quick to get its latest creation, the 4G-enabled Z3, on to the shelves to combat increased competition. When you first get your hands on a Z3 yo...
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Sony vs Apple is a classic battle. Two of the top, premium tech manufacturers with hardcore fans - guaranteed to be annoyed by this comparison. But it's an important comparison. It is rare that both Apple and Sony update their flagship smartphones at the...
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On paper, the Xperia Z3 isn't actually that different from its predecessor, the Xperia Z2. It's kept the same 5.2in Full HD display, and it still has plastic flaps on the side of the phone to help protect the micro USB port and microSD card slot from wate...
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The iPhone 6 starts at £539 inc VAT for the 16GB model. You will likely need more space than that, and the 64GB will set you back £619, £699 gets you a 128GB iPhone 6. The iPhone 6 has just gone on sale, and is widely available throughout the UK.The Xperi...
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digitalversus.com Updated:
2015-02-04 09:13:52
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Sony Mobile has made a major comeback over the past few years to become a brand you can trust will come up with great ideas for smartphones and tablets. Its flag-bearing Xperia Z range is the one that embodies the highest-of-the-high in the firm's catalog...
Gorgeous display with high contrast and extrahigh brightness, Overall speed and responsiveness, Camera is getting better, Sony's interface is enjoyable and includes great proprietary apps, Awesome for gaming / PS4 Remote Play will be a bid deal, Good batt...
Not that much new compared to the Z2, Overheating, could pose problems over time, Photos don't snap as quickly as on competing phones, Plastic corners clash visually with the rest of the phone, not very elegant...
After years of fine-tuning, Sony Mobile is finally getting closer to the ideal it's been trying to reach. The Xperia Z3 is a top-tier smartphone with solid performance, speed and versatility thanks to its software and multimedia services. The camera is al...
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mobilephones.com Updated:
2015-02-04 09:13:53
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Sony has one of the most seasoned pasts in technology compared to many other smartphone manufacturers, and it shows on the Xperia line-up, which has put yet another feather to its cap with the Z3. With a beautifully sleek design and stunning glass panel d...
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Sony's new Xperia Z3 smartphone looks great on paper but it's also great in real life as Tech Guide discovered when we had a hands-on review of the device.We got our hands on the new Sony hero smartphone during the IFA consumer tech show in Berlin.The dev...
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When rumours started pouring in about a device with almost identical specs to the Xperia Z2 it was hard to get excited, but there's more to a phone than specs and Sony certainly realised that with the Xperia Z3 , delivering a refined experience with meani...
Great battery life, Preminum design, Impressive camera...
Weak camera, Little inbuilt storage, Big bezels...
When rumours started pouring in about a device with almost identical specs to the Xperia Z2 it was hard to get excited, but there's more to a phone than specs and Sony certainly realised that with the Xperia Z3, delivering a refined experience with meanin...
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Sony's only gone and done it again. Made a phone, let the paint dry, sold it to the masses, then make another one. The Z was followed instantly by the Z1, which was shadowed by the Z2 a few months later at MWC... and now, in what feels like three sleeps l...
Great new design, Strong battery, PS4 Remote Play...
Not a big step forward again, Overlay still a bit unintuitive...
The Sony Xperia Z3 isn't a phone that's going to get anyone excited, simply because it's been churning out flagships at a rate of knots for years now. That said, and I know it sounds obvious, but this is the best phone that Sony's ever made... and it's b...
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TechRadar praised the phone's "vivid and crisp" 5.2 inch and 1080 x 1920 resolution display, as well as the device's powerful 3100 mAh battery.A sharp 20.7 megapixel camera and the option to stream PS4 games via WiFi onto the Xperia Z3 (PS4 Remote Play)...
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techradar.com/au/ Updated:
2015-02-04 09:13:53
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Sony's only gone and done it again. Made a phone, let the paint dry, sold it to the masses, then make another one. The Z was followed instantly by the Z1, which was shadowed by the Z2 a few months later at MWC... and now, in what feels like three sleeps l...
Great new design, Strong battery, PS4 Remote Play...
Not a big step forward again, Overlay still a bit unintuitive...
The Sony Xperia Z3 isn't a phone that's going to get anyone excited, simply because it's been churning out flagships at a rate of knots for years now. That said, and I know it sounds obvious, but this is the best phone that Sony's ever made... and it's b...
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T3.com
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2015-02-04 09:13:53
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The Sony Xperia Z3 is the brand's latest flagship smartphone and as you'd expect, it replaces the Sony Xperia Z2 . As part of Sony Mobile's largest product launch to date, the Z3 is also joined by the Sony Xperia Z3 Compact, Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact...
Great design, Powerful hardware, Good battery life...
Phone can over heat, Camera slightly disappointing, Takes a while to fully charge...
A lot of Sony's mobile hopes lie on the success of the Xperia Z3. It has built an excellent smartphone with some truly superb specifications and a premium design that could make the Z3 one of the most desirable smartphones on the market.But does it do eno...
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pocket-lint.com Updated:
2015-02-04 09:13:53
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It's only been 6 months since the Sony Xperia Z2 hit the shelves, but the company has already announced its successor, the Xperia Z3. It offers a more refined design, improved camera and the ability to play your PS4 console games on your smartphone. The...
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Sony's Xperia Z3 makes no secret of its intention to be an iPhone-killer. Released the same week as Apple's upcoming iPhone 6 flagship, this sleek, beautiful and fully-waterproof high-end smartphone also brings the beef when it comes to the specs, giving...
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knowyourmobile.com Updated:
2015-02-04 09:13:53
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KYM was fortunate enough to attend a pre-IFA 2014 showcase for the new Xperia Z3 handset, where we heard from a Sony representative that this timescale for flagship releases isn't a permanent structure. It's just for the foreseeable future where Sony beli...
Overall the Sony Xperia Z3 feels like a bit of a let down. The changes that the company has undertaken on the flagship fall very short of extensive and the incremental changes hold no new substantial functionality. If you've already got a Sony Xperia Z...
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tracyandmatt.co.uk Updated:
2015-02-04 09:13:53
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Following Sonys big announcement today at IFA in Berlin, Phones 4u have got to grips with the new Sony Xperia Z3 flagship smartphone. Will it wow the tech world as much as its predecessor, the Xperia Z2? Find out in the full video review below:The Sony X...
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Sony have been relentless at launching Z series flagships once each 6 months or so and this is their latest iteration. Their previous Z2 checked most of the right boxes and this one, the Sony Xperia Z3, is its evolution, it's refinement. The Zs hav...
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Originally reviewed on 9 October 2014 What is the Sony Xperia Z3? The Sony Xperia Z3 is the successor to the Xperia Z2 , an Android phone that only launched six months previously. So, how much could Sony improve in such a short time? Not a great deal, it...
Sharp, vibrant display, Massive battery life, Slick overall performance, Hi-Res Audio support...
Still some overheating issues, No PS4 Remote Play yet, Too much Sony bloatware...
This is the best Sony phone so far but for Z2 owners, it's worth waiting out for the Xperia Z4 or whatever Sony decides to call its next Xperia flagship smartphone where hopefully we should see something more radically different.Next, read our round-up of...
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If it feels like only a few months since Sony launched its last flagship smartphone, that's because it is. The Xperia Z2 is only a mere six months old, and yet it's already out on its ear and making way for the Xperia Z3. Described as the "best of Sony"...
Much improved design, Outstanding battery life, Strong music and video performance, Waterproof, High-res music support, Great camera...
Audio could go louder, Camera auto mode is hit and miss, Still a lot of Sony bloatware...
If it feels like only a few months since Sony launched its last flagship smartphone, that's because it is. The Xperia Z2 is only a mere six months old, and yet it's already out on its ear and making way for the Xperia Z3. Described as the "best of Sony" i...
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stuff.tv Updated:
2015-02-04 09:13:53
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Judging from spy shots of the Xperia Z3 , it'll be a case of “spot the difference" between it and its predecessor the Z2. Like the Z2 (and the Z1 before it), the Z3 sports Sony's metal- and glass-heavy OmniBalance design.There do appear to be some minor d...
Sleeker, lighter build, Day and a half battery life, Takes stunning pictures, Water resistant, Supports hi-res audio files...
Default white balance is off, Sony pushes its subscription services, Camera's auto mode isn't 100% reliable, PS4 Remote Play isn't ready yet...
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The Sony Xperia Z4 will be here within months, but how does it differ from the current Sony Xperia Z3 smartphone ? We compare what we know about the Z3 and what we think we know about the Z4 to find out. It's Z3 vs Z4. For more information read our full...
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Sony has released two flagship phones this year. First they showed off the Sony Xperia Z2, a fantastic phone that I reviewed earlier this year. Now the Xperia Z3 is available and promising to be even better. Can it live up to expectations?Much like a woma...
With excellent durability, beautiful design and a stellar interface, the Xperia Z3 is the best Android phone you can getRadSony Xperia Z3 was reviewed by Zoe HawkinsjQuery(document).ready(function() { var data = { action: 'LogHit_callback', PostId: 430030...
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We expanded our horizons this year, branching out into more areas of expertise thanks to more staff. One such area was the gadgets and mobile market, which we enjoyed reviewing and it seems you all enjoyed reading. So many cool Android phones released thi...
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Samsung announced the Galaxy S6 at MWC 2015 as expected but Sony decided not to launch the Xperia Z4 despite saying it was happy with a six month refresh cycle. That means the Xperia Z3 remains the firm's flagship phone but how does it compare to th...
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The new HTC One M9 has arrived but Sony's Xperia Z4 won't land until later this year. Until then, the firm's flagship phone remains the Xperia Z3 , but can the six month old device match up to HTC's new stunner? Find out in our HTC One M9 vs Sony Xperia Z...
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With dimensions of 146 x 72 x 7.3mm (H x W x D) and a weight of 152g, the Xperia Z3 will certainly stand out from the crowd and would not pass unnoticed if left laying around. Despite this increase in size, I found it reasonably easy to adjust handling th...
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I'm here to tell you why the Sony Xperia Z3 & Z3 Compact are two of the most underrated Android phones currently available. In the smartphone market, at least in North America (and especially in the US), Sony can't seem to catch a break. Its Xperia range...
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With the launch of the new top of the line Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z3 Compact, Sony has announced two giant-killer smartphones here in Berlin, and it's genuinely hard to pick which one is the more interesting of the two. Here are our first impressions of wha...
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digitalmediaandit.com Updated:
2015-06-26 19:56:21
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The battery life is fantastic, as well as having two “stamina” modes, one of which can be programmed to kick in when your battery is running low. The PC software is better than I'd previously encountered by some distance!The Z3 Compact has a quality feel...
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whistleout.com.au Updated:
2015-06-29 07:39:52
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In a world where big-budget stadium concerts introduce new smartphones, Sony is comparably quiet. Don't let this fool you though, what Sony doesn't scream loudly in a choreographed song-and-dance, it says succinctly through solid design and performance.Li...
Great twoday battery life, Screen is sharp and colourful, Impressively slim and lightweight, Solid everyday performance...
Camera is average, Plastic port flaps are kinda annoying, Sony apps add little to the package...
As we said above, the Xperia Z3 is a solid all-rounder, a great everyday phone pumped up by great battery life and brought down by an average camera experience. It may not compare well on paper with the new Samsung Galaxy S6 or LG G4, by in all ways the Z...
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Sony has unveiled its Z3+, the UK version of the Sony Xperia Z4 that was last month announced in Japan and successor to the Sony Xperia Z3 . We explain what's new in the Sony Xperia Z3+ in our Z3 vs Z3+ comparison review.In this article we are focusing...
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The 20 best smartphones available to buy in the UK right now. The best phones you can buy in the UK - Best Android phones, best iPhones, best Windows Phones - best mobile phone reviews. Keep reading to find out what is the best phone of 2015. Updated on 2...
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The Sony Xperia Z3 measures 14.5x7x.8cm and weights 155grams.At the top towards the left edge is a 3.5mm socket for head phones , on the left side is a fingernail opening to reveal the micro USB socket for charging, further down two contacts for a dock. T...
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DAVE SNELLINGSONY XPERIA Z3+ RATING: 3.5/5Sony has a solid tradition of producing waterproof smartphones.Most of their latest devices can survive a dip in the drink, but can they cope with something a little more extreme?With the Japanese firm's latest Xp...
Sony has produced another stunner with the Z3+ and surviving our underwater adventure was mighty impressive.The device has plenty of nice features, is fast and its classic styling makes this one of the best looking phones you can buy.If you do splash your...
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In the smartphone world consistency is something hard to achieve. Sony is one company which has been able to achieve this, as each flagship Xperia device has proved as good as the previous one.Consistent performerThe new Xperia Z3 is as solid as they come...
Solid design; Strong allround performance; Well priced within flagship category...
No distinguishable improvement over Z2; new rounded edges makes it less tactile...
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g3ar.co.za Updated:
2016-02-18 07:23:52
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Before you can use the app with your PS4, it has to paired first. This is done by searching for the PS4 either remotely via the internet, or ad hoc via your Wi-Fi network. The latter is obviously the preferred method, since this yields the lowest delay be...
Playing PS4 in the bath/shower, Fantastic battery life, Most games perform quite well, Portable gaming with proper controls...
WiFi and Bluetooth don't work underwater, Only works well over local WiFi, Limited portability...
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In the past, buying one of Sony's flagship smartphones has been a gamble, as a new Sony smartphone is often only six months away Starting from the original Xperia Z, to the Xperia XZ, models in-between have been very closely grouped together. This is not...
The Sony Xperia Z3 is another incremental improvement on Sony's distinctive-looking handset, but its industry-leading battery life, amazing screen and excellent performance finally gives it the tools it needs to play ball with today's current flagships. T...
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Asus quite hit a pot of gold with the recent global hit handset called Zenfone 2. If it's the fanfare that the Taiwanese outfit is up to, then it scored A+ in terms several factors. For one, the smartphone is offered in a number of variants for perspectiv...
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techattack.my Updated:
2016-11-20 02:40:55
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The Sony Xperia Z3 is the company's current flagship device that is available in most of the markets worldwide. The latest flagship is of course the Sony Xperia Z4 , which is only available in Japan for now but that's a story for another time. The Z3 was...
A great battery life, A powerhouse that can handle anything you throw at it, One of the best displays that I've experienced, Solid build, Fuss free with very little bloatware. The ones that are preinstalled can be uninstalled, Tons of hidden features wait...
An incremental upgrade is not so exciting anymore. I've yet to see something groundbreaking from Sony in years, Having a glass sheet for the back panel that is not scratchproof is not a smart move, Think it's way past its time for a better front camera an...
I can't say that the Sony Xperia Z3 is like no other as it definitely carries the DNA of its last two predecessors. This brings me back again to what I've been saying from the beginning: Sony did not take any chances with the Z3 nor did it break new groun...
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chip.com.my Updated:
2016-11-20 02:40:55
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Although the smartphone hype train continues to revolve around the likes of Apple, Samsung and recent upstarts Xiaomi and Oppo, Sony recently unveiled their latest flagship device, the Sony Xperia Z3 to a lot of fanfare. In this review, we take a look at...
Superb performance, Longlasting battery...
Expensive...
The Sony Xperia Z3 is all one could ask for in an Android smartphone. It's powerful, has a large beautiful display, and features a powerful battery to boot.(previously published in issue December 2014)...
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Barely 7 months after announcing the Xperia Z2, Sony suddenly unveiled the Xperia Z3 as its successor. That's two flagships in just a year, probably a first in any global brand. Check out our full review of the Sony Xperia Z3 below.Looking back at the Xpe...
Beautiful and unique design, Impressive hardware, Very good performance, LTE capability, Long battery life, Water and dust resistant, Great camera performance, PS4 Game Streaming...
Slippery on the hands, Quite expensive...
Sony's strategy of introducing two flagship smartphones in a single year is the fastest we've seen in any global brand. While competing brands do this once a year, Sony is pushing a cycle that could disrupt the market. It's both a bold and risky move but...
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Mobile88.com Updated:
2016-11-20 02:40:56
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When news first broke out that the Sony Xperia Z2 is going to get a successor just a little more than 6 months after its debut, we were skeptical whether the quick upgrade is worth it or even necessary, given that the accepted normal cycle of upgrade is a...
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For some smartphone users, the OS may not be as important as how well the camera performs. With several social sharing platforms and an always-connected lifestyle, you tend to want to share as many cherishable moments as possible. More so if you're addict...
While the odds were pretty much in Apple's favor when comparing the iPhone 5s and the Sony Xperia Z1, somehow the choice isn't so clear when pitting the the iPhone 6 and Xperia Z3.For the Apple iPhone 6, its biggest strength lies in its glass. It's surpri...
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For some smartphone users, the OS may not be as important as how well the camera performs. With several social sharing platforms and an always-connected lifestyle, you tend to want to share as many cherishable moments as possible. More so if you're addict...
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When Sony introduced the original Xperia Z smartphone to the world, it also introduced a manufacturing and philosophical shift in its flagship smartphone strategy: to have a six-month cycle for its Z series of flagship Android smartphones. As a result, si...
With the Xperia Z3, Sony is doing so many things right. Its fast iterations mean any flaws from previous models are quickly fixed, and new models will also pack ever more powerful hardware. But most importantly, Sony is fixing the Xperia flagships' bigges...
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A new flagship smartphone from Sony Mobile already? How long has it been since the Xperia Z2 ? A littlle over 6 months to be exact. Well, like it or not, the sexy new Xperia Z3 is here , and here's a quick hands-on look on Sony's best this side of the pla...
A new flagship smartphone from Sony Mobile already? How long has it been since the Xperia Z2? A littlle over 6 months to be exact. Well, like it or not, the sexy new Xperia Z3 is here, and here's a quick hands-on look on Sony's best this side of the plane...
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Sony probably has the largest number of product announcements this year at IFA. We saw new audio products , new lens-style cameras, smaller Action Cam , its first curved 4K TV (Bravia S90) and three new mobile devices . We dropped by the Sony Booth at IFA...
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wovow.org Updated:
2016-12-22 15:14:40
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The Sony Xperia Z3 Japanese company Sony has just officially unveiled at the IFA 2014, the technology event focused on mobile telephony that is taking place these days in the city of Berlin (Germany). We face the new flagship of Sony, the successor to the...
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gizmodo.in Updated:
2016-11-20 02:40:55
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The onset of New Year comes across as the time when Sony decides to change things up a bit on its front and manage to roll out next flagship variant in the space of six months. Xperia Z4 is more or less confirmed to make its appearance at the MWC 2015 in...
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Sony has kind of made its fortunes in the smartphone industry based on its camera technology. The Xperia Z3 rear camera is the third iteration of its 20.7 MP CMOS sensor and Sony has consistently improved with each one.The Xperia Z3 camera has the highest...
The Xperia Z3 Camera was indeed quite impressive and easier to use. The Auto Mode works decently. Most shots portrayed natural colors, even in low light conditions. While shooting selfies, some Noise is noticeable under low light conditions. The Xperia Z3...
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After launching the Xperia Z2 earlier this year, Sony has now launched the Z3, with an improved design and processor. Continuing with a 5.2-inch display, the phone has curved corners that make it easy to hold. The back panel is nonremovable and the nano S...
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techmagnifier.com Updated:
2016-11-20 02:40:56
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The latest in the Xperia lineup is every bit the flagship smartphone that Sony wanted it to be; but Z3 is more of a refinement that the Xperia Z2 could have been...
Sharp & Crisp Screen, Impressive Battery Life, PS4 Remote Play, Slim and Waterproof Build, Good Camera Quality, Snappy Performance...
Overheating Issue, Bit Slippery, Still Prone to Fingerprints & Smudges...
Sony Xperia Z3 is a premium smartphone that oozes style and offers an unbeatable performance. Compared to Z2, it is quite slim and lighter which makes it comfortable to hold and operate. It took Sony three attempt to make Z series worth consideration and...
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mymobileindia.com Updated:
2016-11-20 02:40:56
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Most companies restrict themselves to a single flagship device per year. Sony has, however, gone ahead and released its second flagship, the Xperia Z3, barely six months after the release of the Xperia Z2. Is this a worthy upgrade or just a spec sheet reh...
Great design, Good camera, Water, dust resistant...
Expensive, Sound could be louder, Can heat up...
At Rs 51,990, the Xperia Z3 definitely is not a cheap proposition. However, we can safely say that it is easily one of the best combinations of substance and style that we have seen in an Android device for a long timeRs 51,990...
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The fourth generation Sony Xperia Z-series phone is here. This is a new rendition of the flagship phone, which aims to dazzle customers by its sleekness, being waterproof and being equipped with an exciting 20.7-megapixel rear cam. Right from the first ph...
One look at the price and you will not think that you are dealing with an average smartphone. This one is made for the big league. It competes with premium range smartphones such as the HTC One M8, LG G3 and Apple iPhone 6. The only competition besides th...
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nothingwired.com Updated:
2016-11-20 02:40:56
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Sony has created some of the world's most beautiful devices and the latest iteration to those is their newest flagship Sony Xperia Z3. Sony Xperia Z3 was released on 25 th September in India and it is available via various E-commerce websites including Am...
The Xperia Z3 is definitely not cheap and would cost you just under 50k. It is a flagship, it behaves and feels like a flagship and features all the latest technologies. The camera quality is excellent, the sound quality is mind blowing. The UI is totally...
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A t a time when OEMs are struggling to differentiate their offerings in terms of design and specifications, simply upping the MegaPixel count just won't cut it. Sony has always been a frontrunner when it comes to smartphone cameras. Their premier flagship...
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gqindia.com Updated:
2016-11-20 02:40:56
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Is it the general obsession with size, or the thought that you're getting more bang for your buck? What else can explain the phenomenal success big-screen phablets are seeing? Fortunately, there's still one flagship that's meant for regular-sized hands –...
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economictimes.indiatimes.com Updated:
2016-11-20 02:40:56
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NEW DELHI: Barely six months after the Z2, Sony went ahead and took the wraps off the newest flagship, Xperia Z3. While it's not apparent at first glance, the Z3 actually features scores of improvements - the kind that you won't get to know about simply b...
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exhibit.tech Updated:
2016-11-20 02:40:57
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With the same glass body we've been seeing the Xperia line-up from Sony, the Z3 has not made any big changes. On paper too, things look pretty similar to the Z2, although the Z3 is now waterproof and dustproof (no resistant business now) and has curved ed...
With much needed improvements in the battery life department, the Z3 has emerged from the shadows of the Samsung's and HTC's of the world and made an impression of its own. Easily lasting a day, and a bit more with the Stamina Mode even for power users, t...
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At a time when the smartphone market is getting hotter and hotter in India, Sony launched its latest flagship smartphone, Sony Xperia Z3, for Rs 51,990. We have been using Z3 for the last two week and here is our in-depth analysis of the smartphone.Like S...
Has amazing design, plus it is water and dust proof, Superb battery life, One of the best camera smartphones...
Gets heated on continuous usage...
Sony Xperia Z3 is priced at Rs 51,990 which acts as a spoilsport. Z3 does have amazing features like dust and water proofing, amazing display and design, and one of the best battery backups and good camera capabilities but if we look at its competitors es...
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Sony had already announced its flagship smartphone – the Xperia Z2 – at this years Mobile World Congress and the units started appearing on the market May onwards. It has been just four months since, and Sony has already announced another flagship device...
Sony Xperia Z3 impresses on most counts. Apart from the heating issue, there was barely anything major to criticise. The camera performance and battery life performance in particular are quite good. The refinements in the design are a welcome change, alth...
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Sony Xperia Z3 Full Review: Processor and BenchmarkThe handset runs on a Quad-core 2.5 GHz Krait 400 CPU with Snapdragon 801 chipset that promises to offer all kinds of support for apps and games. The processor should also be powerful enough to offer a la...
Brilliant Battery Life, Support for PS4, Little Less Bezel...
Bit too Gimmicky, Not a Big Upgrade...
Sony says that the battery inside the Xperia Z3 can last two days on a single charge. And that too without the power-saving Stamina Mode activated. However, Sony has dropped down from a 3,200mAh battery on the Z2 to a 3,100mAh battery on the Z3...
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Sony isn't really a stranger when it comes to the Indian smartphone market. The company has been present in the scene for quite some time now, and going foward we expect to see even more. For the time being, however, the company has officially released it...
Brilliant Battery Life, Support for PS4, Little Less Bezel...
Bit too Gimmicky, Not a Big Upgrade...
Sony says that the battery inside the Xperia Z3 can last two days on a single charge. And that too without the power-saving Stamina Mode activated. However, Sony has dropped down from a 3,200mAh battery on the Z2 to a 3,100mAh battery on the Z3...
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gizbot.com Updated:
2016-11-20 02:40:57
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Sony Xperia Z3 Full Review: Battery and VerdictAccording to Sony, the battery inside the Xperia Z3 has the ability to last two days on a single charge. And that too without the power-saving Stamina Mode activated. In terms of number, Sony has dropped down...
Brilliant Battery Life, Support for PS4, Little Less Bezel...
Bit too Gimmicky, Not a Big Upgrade...
According to Sony, the battery inside the Xperia Z3 has the ability to last two days on a single charge. And that too without the power-saving Stamina Mode activated. In terms of number, Sony has dropped down from a 3,200mAh battery on the Z2 to a 3,100mA...
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Sony Xperia Z3 Full Review: Camera and VideoInterestingly, Sony hasn't done a huge amount to improve the camera on the Xperia Z3, with the resolution sticking at 20.7MP and using the G Lens technology again. However, it still needs to mentioned that the I...
Brilliant Battery Life, Support for PS4, Little Less Bezel...
Bit too Gimmicky, Not a Big Upgrade...
Sony says that the battery inside the Xperia Z3 can last two days on a single charge. And that too without the power-saving Stamina Mode activated. However, Sony has dropped down from a 3,200mAh battery on the Z2 to a 3,100mAh battery on the Z3...
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Six months ago Sony announced its flagship smartphone, the Xperia Z2 and bang on time we now have the Xperia Z3. With such a small time gap Sony has proved that it can indeed provide a flagship device every six months. But how much of an improvement is th...
Great battery life, Waterproof and dust proof certified, Excellent camera with 4K recording...
Glossy design makes it slippery, Not a huge update from its predecessor...
The Xperia Z3 maintains Sony's pedigree of great smartphones and while it does not come with any major changes when compared to the Z2, it is still a worthy flagship smartphone. It has some minor upgrades which makes it better than the Z2 and it also come...
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Sony Xperia Z3 Street Price: Rs 52,000To keep up with the dynamic smartphone market, Sony has started refreshing its high-end line-up every six months. Indians got their hands-on the Xperia Z2 in May. Come September and Sony is ready with the next-gen fla...
Water and dust protection, Stylish design, Excellent sound output, Interesting camera features, Long battery life.
Purple tinge in camera, Hard to grip, Halfbaked 4K video recording...
If you're in for the best-looking waterproof handset with a lot of power, go for the Xperia Z3. The phone also impresses with its battery life and sound quality. The camera quality has improved over its predecessor, but it still has its own share of issu...
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When Sony launched its flagsip ie the Xperia Z2 a few months back, we said that it felt like a device where the thought was on making improvements all around. Improvements that made sense and improved the experience. Fast forward 6 months and Sony already...
Excellent display, Build quality, Software package...
Camera, Price...
From a technological standpoint, the Xperia Z3 seems to have appeared way too soon. There's not much that could or has been upgraded and Sony too has played it safe. The phone has little over the erstwhile flagship ie the Z2. This proves to be a problem f...
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Should we be surprised that Sony is already refreshing its flagship smartphone? Only six months after the launch of the Xperia Z2 comes its successor, the Xperia Z3. Sony hopes this will help it gain traction in the notoriously fickle Android superphone m...
Good, Slim, light and well built, Superb performance, Excellent camera quality, Dust- and water-resistant...
Too much bloatware, Expensive...
The Z3 might be newer than its contemporaries, but the downside of that is that its price hasn't had time to settle. At Rs. 51,990, the Z3 is significantly more expensive than the Samsung Galaxy S5, HTC One (M8) and LG G3. You'll really have to consider w...
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Sony Xperia Z3 is a latest flagship from Sony which comes as great upgrade over Xperia Z2 which we have seen earlier. Sony Xperia Z3 is not just an upgrade over Z2 in terms of specs or hardware but there are some good changes in design elements, build qua...
Sony Xperia Z1 Compact with 4.3 Inch Display and Snapdragon 800Spice Dream Uno Review, Unboxing, Benchmarks, Gaming, Camera and Verdict...
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Sony Xperia Z3 First Look and Hands On: Battery and VerdictSony says that the battery inside the Xperia Z3 can last two days on a single charge. And that too without the power-saving Stamina Mode activated. However, Sony has dropped down from a 3,200mAh b...
Brilliant Battery Life, Support for PS4, Little Less Bezel...
Bit Gimmicky, Not a Big Upgrade...
Sony says that the battery inside the Xperia Z3 can last two days on a single charge. And that too without the power-saving Stamina Mode activated. However, Sony has dropped down from a 3,200mAh battery on the Z2 to a 3,100mAh battery on the Z3.While we w...
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Sony Xperia Z3 First Look and Hands On: Processor and BenchmarkThe Xperia Z3 runs on a Quad-core 2.5 GHz Krait 400 CPU with Snapdragon 801 chipset that will offer efficient support for apps and games. The processor should also be powerful enough to offer...
Brilliant Battery Life, Support for PS4, Little Less Bezel...
Bit Gimmicky, Not a Big Upgrade...
Sony says that the battery inside the Xperia Z3 can last two days on a single charge. And that too without the power-saving Stamina Mode activated. However, Sony has dropped down from a 3,200mAh battery on the Z2 to a 3,100mAh battery on the Z3...
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Sony Xperia Z3 First Look and Hands On: Camera and VideoSony has kept things more or less the same for the Xperia Z3 compared to the Xperia Z2, and it shows off in the device camera as well. It offers a 20.7MP sensor and uses the G Lens technology again...
Brilliant Battery Life, Support for PS4, Little Less Bezel...
Bit Gimmicky, Not a Big Upgrade...
Sony says that the battery inside the Xperia Z3 can last two days on a single charge. And that too without the power-saving Stamina Mode activated. However, Sony has dropped down from a 3,200mAh battery on the Z2 to a 3,100mAh battery on the Z3...
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To say we are eager to get the Xperia Z3 out for a spin would be a massive understatement - with the race track still warm from the Compact. After all, if the Robin in Sony's IFA lineup can do that well, we can only imagine what Batman is capable of. The...
Light touch or a complete overhaul is a likely dilemma when upgrading a flagship. Users have been seeing more of the former recently while clearly hoping for the latter. Now, that's the real dilemma most manufacturers have to deal with. Customers are incr...
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This year's IFA marks one of the largest product announcements by Sony in one go. Alongside the anticipated Z3 flagship, the company unveiled the Z3 Compact, the next generation of the mini that ruled last season.The flagship offerings were followed by a...
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Sony India today announced the launch of its most powerful flagship smartphones to date, Sony Xperia Z3 and Z3 Compact, in India. The Sony Xperia Z3 and Z3 Compact have been priced at Rs. 51,990 and Rs. 44,990 respectively. The latest Flagship Smartphones...
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