Sony Xperia Z3
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- Mark Ari
- pKq
- 21 Mar 2019
Neske036, 06 Mar 2019I had the phone for exactly 2.5 years. Here's what I think ... moreWell said and laid out review comment. Just thought it was worthy of praise. Regards. Ari. However I will say to other readers of this post overheating doesn't always come down to processor more then often its due to the amount of processes that you may have forgotten where still running in the background. I played YouTube back to back for 5hrs no problem and phone never felt hot. Still had 43% battery. just Bare in mind always close in batch with the square or swipe before planing a yt or game session witg your phone to ensure max life :-?
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- Eucalyptus
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- 12 Mar 2019
Sony make a big mistake for Z3 after update to MM 4 years ago, I remember my Z3 is 3 days after update to MM, touch screen become error! First I cant pull down notification bar then error again to left side continue to right side off touchscreen!! OMG!! I Promise never buy sony phone anymore! Please cek on the google touchscreen error Z3, so many issues on there.
Garbage phone!
Never buying sony phone!
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- Neske036
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- 06 Mar 2019
I had the phone for exactly 2.5 years. Here's what I think about it:
- Basically, it's kinda old now. It lacks biometric security and new android system, but you can't expect much luxury from a phone from 2014. However, it was one of the best phones in 2014, and I'd say it is much much better than Galaxy S5 even though I'm AMOLED fanatic.
- Snapdragon 801. I'm still shivering when I think about it. That phone is truly a double edged sword - it is able to run anything, even new updated 2019 games, but it overheats from, like, being for 10 minutes on YouTube. I would suggest gamers to avoid this phone if they don't want an explosion in their house. Long story short you cannot safely use it when it's charging (I mean you shouldn't use any phones when they are charging, but avoid this particular one at all costs) and you can't play games for too long. I've heard that people lost their screens because of that so be careful.
- Battery is really good, but stamina mode locks more functions than you like so it's kind of annoying, you either have really good battery life or you can't use 30% of your phone.
- Dual speakers, hell yeah! Lots of mobile brands fail to realise how much this means to some of us. It's sad how my Nokia 6233 has better sound than Galaxy A7 (2018) and it's all because of stereo sound dual speakers make.
Overall, would I recommend this phone? Well, yeah. I mean, sure, there are some flaws I can't handle, but there isn't a flawless phone, especially not one that's 5 years old. If you don't need a gaming phone that won't let you down, is easy to use, has great battery life and has unbeatable sound quality, look no further. If you want a phone for gaming, pick anything with Exynos, please. You really don't want to die from Snapdragon explosion. Ughh I'm so salty haha! I loved my Z3 and I would have bought Z5 if it didn't have Snapdragon (obviously). Even though I know that not every Snapdragon is like 801 and 810, I'm still afraid of giving it a second chance. So yeah. Z3 is a wonderful piece of art. You do need to master that art to enjoy it, but I honestly found learning to love my good old phone simple and fun. Totally worth the money.
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- anonymous
- rsy
- 13 Feb 2019
what good stable roms would be recommended?
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- Anonymous
- xq5
- 13 Feb 2019
anonymous, 10 Feb 2019with the z5 heating issue, would this still be a better cho... moreYes. Mine still works fine. My father is using it now. After four years it's performance is great. Everything works fine.
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- anonymous
- rv2
- 10 Feb 2019
with the z5 heating issue, would this still be a better choice between the two?
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- Anonymous
- gmx
- 03 Feb 2019
anonymous, 31 Jan 2019any comments on gaming performance in 2019? (if you do)Mine is falling apart, I'm buying a new Z3 cause they have everything a modern phone needs to have, and for cheap from ali express, China.
Gaming is great, plus you for Sony PlayStations remote play... :)
- Super Dave 01
- jRt
- 31 Jan 2019
: My Z3 still works like a charm and never overheats but with today's new cell phone having 6"+ screens I guess you can consider the Z3 now a compact and the Z3 Compact a Mini...
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- anonymous
- rvH
- 31 Jan 2019
Jowie, 21 Jan 2019I just visited Gsmarena to check for other sony phones. aft... moreany comments on gaming performance in 2019? (if you do)
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- anonymous
- rvH
- 31 Jan 2019
shado, 13 Jan 2019recently picked up a purple 32G Z3 and just love it - got a... morehow many user accounts are able to be created? can an app be installed on one account & not reflective on another?
tried any gaming on the device? if so how is the experience?
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- shado
- jIu
- 30 Jan 2019
Rs Raihan, 28 Jan 2019Is it brand new, can be used any country operator, what's ... moreBNIB = Brand New In Box - basically still sealed
NOS = New Old Stock - basically old stock, new but outer packaging worn or open
DOA = Dead On Arrival - self explanitory
all phones/phablets/tablets they sell work world-wide - you must provide own SIM card though - and you should always check with your local provider first to make sure of type/info of phone you will need or planning to use, and reconfirm with the seller before purchase,
but those recommended/linked sellers are pretty amazing and willing to work with a customer to help get you the phone you are after, satisfaction and darn good deal - worth checking out - between friends and family 11 phone deals have come through them without a complaint
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- Rs Raihan
- HuP
- 28 Jan 2019
shado, 27 Jan 2019look for eBay sellers: cellular.destore0 -or- lotus.onli... moreIs it brand new, can be used any country operator, what's meaning new old ' and bnib, and thanks for your concern
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- shado
- jIu
- 27 Jan 2019
Rs Raihan, 26 Jan 2019Give the link please, I like to buy it pretty impressed with Sony and the whole Z line hands-down
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- shado
- jIu
- 27 Jan 2019
Rs Raihan, 26 Jan 2019Give the link please, I like to buy it look for eBay sellers: cellular.destore0 -or- lotus.online -or- x-channel
purchased (2) Z3s and a Z5 Premium for $540us - one Z3 had a glitch but was smoothly replaced - sealed factory boxes, unlocked flagship phones and online-store selection - great customer service too
not sure what they currently have on hand - 'new old' stock moves fairly regularly:
https://www.ebay.com/str/cellular-destore/Sony-Unlocked/_i.html?_storecat=27248012012
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- Rs Raihan
- TC3
- 26 Jan 2019
shado, 13 Jan 2019recently picked up a purple 32G Z3 and just love it - got a... moreGive the link please, I like to buy it
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- Jowie
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- 21 Jan 2019
I just visited Gsmarena to check for other sony phones. after reviewing them all, I decided to just keep my 4 years old Z3, Still beast
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- m26m
- v{u
- 13 Jan 2019
i have this phone for almost 4 years. still usable in 2019.
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- shado
- jIu
- 13 Jan 2019
recently picked up a purple 32G Z3 and just love it - got an NOS factory sealed box for $100 and change; it may be 4yrs old but still an incredible phone - great battery life - super thin body - truly an amazing display and better wi-fi than my 6mo old Z5 Premium - and the Z3 also fits the pocket better!
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- Jakob
- Skb
- 12 Jan 2019
The phone has been used now for almost four years without problems. Battery is still ok and sound is fine. It is a great phone with great features, water tightness is ok but of course not smart to put it under water.....Durability is in my book panthastic. Best Regards
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- Anonymous
- GGw
- 07 Jan 2019
anonymous, 21 Dec 2018hows the gaming experience on this device? can it handle gr... moreNo. it heats up.