Indeed and then there's their 21:9 aspect ratios screens instead of the weird half assed ones that are 19:9 or 20:9 and not to mention their new battery care tech that allows the phone to bypass the battery when plugged in to use the power cord to run a power intensive application, yet almost no "big" reviewers talk about but when it is included on the other major brands everyone will praise them
Then there was the 3 layer stacked cmos sensor (that allowed 960 fps slow mo and eliminated rolling shutter), which many people called it useless and a gimmick *Until Samsung copied it*
The problem with the Xperia Z is that there are only reviews with the very first onboard software. Since the phone has been around for more than 1 and a half years, there have been some MAJOR updates, all covering the issues that everybody claimed in the beginning. For example, the sound quality of the internal speaker has been highly improved by adding the features "Clear Phase(TM)" and "xLOUD(TM)". Sony really did its homework and tried to improve as much as possible on their former flagship Xperia Z. It would be interesting to do a comparison video "old software vs. new software on Xperia Z".
I have had the Sony Experia Z for some time now, and I cannot fault it. I am looking to upgrade it soon to a Sony Experia Z3. I would always stick by Sony products as they have never let me down yet - unlike Apple. They are sleek, sexy-looking, and performance-wise, I cannot fault them. One more thing to add is that this review is old. All of the issues that you have come across with this device, have been solved - due to software upgrades. The device has been around for quite a long time now, and Sony have solved all of the problems you have mentioned here. The device is a top-quality product - much more better than Apple Iphone 6. And those who purchase this product will not be disappointed. One very last point. I have accidentally dropped this phone more than once, and it is as tough as nails. Not one mark on it. I was expecting the glass display to shatter, but nothing at all. So, it is not only beautiful but very tough and rugged too. I would NOT RECOMMEND DROPPING IT, I am just saying that I dropped it through being careless. However, it still works as good as new.
Thank you Marques for putting quality reviews on UA-cam. You are the reason I have purchased many products and been very happy with them! Keep it up bro!
Say what you want but almost 3 years later this beast is running the latest android version available ....yeah! that's better product support than even google offers to nexus owners! Sony FTW!
Dude i had this phone 2015 anf 2016... How many years after release and it was awesome.... My favorite phone of all times. Design Still beautiful todah
i have had this phone for 6 months now and i love it! the kitkat firmware is butter smooth and the camera is awesome, i also discovered the z will get the android L update in early 2015 :) Super happy with sony, great company
why is viewing angles such a bid deal? You look at your phone straight ok, STRAIGHT. YOU DON'T LOOK ON IT FROM THE SIDE OTHERWISE YOU IT'D BE HARD TO READ TEXTS!!
Marques... This is one of the best reviews i have ever seen from you is honest and is not influenced by favoritism... I use a Nexus 4 and i'm waiting for your thoughts about the new Galaxy S4...
I hardly leave comments on videos, but I have to say that I personally think that your videos are awesome. When I wanted a review on that phone I just searched it, when I didn't find your name in the top results I added it cause I wanted your review about. Nicely done as always, keep it up! ... Peace
I almost never comment anything on youtube - but: INSANELY nice review, insightful and straight to the point. Keep up the good work and greetings from Germany.
the only bad thing about this phone is the speaker...but if you just use it for gaming or entertainment its perfect, i dont need high volume speaker on a phone that everybody in the park can listen my music...for that i use my headphones... Cam is waaay better than the Nexus, Htc One X, Galaxy S3 and 4... Only Xperia T and Z1 is better in low light...i have the phone for 6 months with 4.3 and it destroys all my friends plastic and non proof phones...
Tried the Xperia Z and was very very impress with it's default camera apps. The Superior Auto is very clever and the flash lighting is the best of all phone camera I've seen.
I've had the Xperia Z for a few weeks now, I don't have much to compare it to, but the display is beautiful. I love the phone with two pet peeves, first is that the speaker gets covered up easily, and second is that is gets pretty warm after use because there are really no air vents since it's all sealed up.
I have had my Sony Xperia Z for about a month now and I absolutely love it. I don't know if they updated the phone but I do not see any problem with the viewing angle on the screen and the home bar is black on my Xperia not gray. I also love it being waterproof. My friends are amazed to watch me wash my phone in the sink. I am also amazed by the build quality. This phone is amazing. Obviously this is my personal opinion and everyone has a right to there own opinion, this is just mine.
Im not going to not lie I bought this for my daughter and an S4 for myself, and love both of them...Im pretty excited to see what the are going to do with the sequel to Xperia Z in thr next few months....the lack of bloatware and more google look and awesome build quality is just cool to me
Thanks for the review Marques... Seriously man... I was waiting for your review for this phone & now that you have thoroughly reviewed & thrown your opinions about it , its much easier for me now to decide ... Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro is 2012... Qualcomm 600 & 800 is what we want to see... Thanks Marques ... Peace :)
This is the best review of the Z that I've ever watched (and I watched almost ALL of them). I am a Sony fan for years I bought their phones before Android and since Android i had X10, Arc, Arc S and currently Xperia S but that was it for me. I loved Xperia Z when was only a rumor but they lost me with that display this time. You are right on every single point about this device and I agree. I'm sorry Sony but now I'm going for the HTC ONE
I wouldn't recommend one of these at all. In the two years I've had mine it's been replaced once due to a faulty power button, the gaskets on the flaps have failed meaning they no longer close meaning it's not water resistant, the lag is just awful all of the time, software updates have been slow and very buggy killing the battery, the screen is disappointing beside a Samsung, and it was very expensive. I'll never get a Sony phone again.
I've had mine for about a year and a half now, before it I had a Xperia SP and HTC 1 mini. Both of which gave me terrible trouble. But I have to say, my Xperia Z hasn't given me too many problems. Yeah it freezes the odd time and I have to do a hard reboot but aside from that I can't complain. Maybe you just got a dodgy handset?
Damien McGrath - I have to agree with you. This is my 3rd Xperia Z after returning the other 2 to T-Mobile. They claim I have to pay $318 for water damage after I returned it due to the gasket and flap falling off. I returned it all with original condition and although they claim it is water resistance, it must not be able to handle "humidity". My guess anyways.
I just broke my Galaxy Note 4 and while I'm waiting for the insurance repair I purchased a used xperia z1 compact simply because it was the cheapest phone in the shop. I'm shocked. This phone is 18 months old and scratched to bits but it's still the fastest android phone I've ever used. After my crappy, Laggy, overheating, bad battery life original xperia z this really is a surprise even with all the apps now added same as the Note 4. I've never seen such fast non apple phone. The only reason ill go back to my lagging Samsung is the amoled screen and stylus versatility which I love.
I have this phone and I love it! The day I got it, my brother called me and said he's going to the T-Mobile store to pick up new phones. So I quickly browsed through T-Mobile's store online and saw this and picked it in a few hours. Best decision ever!
Love your review, just one thing: the speaker on the Z is on the side, on the opposite side where your mic was in the "music benchmark" and also it has to be water resistant, this means it probably don't let water go inside and air (music) outside easily. So, you're right, it depends on what we want from a phone.
good review mate i have just purchased one it seems to be the best phone on the market that is dust proof,im a metal fabricator and the fine metal dust kill my phones i get a year max out of a phone iv tried cases and even a sock to keep it in,it helps but is a pain to answer calls,so i was never going to get an expensive phone but when i seen the xperia i was impressed thinking i can have a nice phone(expencive) and maby it will last so for people like me they are great thanks again
TFT (Thin film transistor) exists in LCD and AMOLED screen, the display used by xperia z is "TN TFT LCD", actually TN (Twisted Nematic)is the first generation of the LCD, when displaying white, the liquid crystal will try to let as much light to pass the screen, when displaying black,the liquid crystals will try to block as much light as it can, to display black. The screen we normally seen are TFT IPS LCD, IPS= (In Plane Switching) IPS improved contrast ratio and viewing angle, compared to TN.
frankly, i got this phone a week ago and the screen angles are no the the best but try watching a movie on it and you will be astonished..premium looks and material, high end specs and waterproofing, that's what made it for me, the camera can take some superb shoots too....comon how many high end 1080p 5" phones can you take to the beach or a swim pool and never worry
Very honest and objective review. You really knew to point the best qualities of the phone and the things that were not so good. I bought this phone two weeks ago and I love it. The upgrade in the software really improve the quality of the screen. The only thing that I'm not happy are the speakers. My Xperia PLAY was amazing in compare with the Xperia Z. Don't like the quality and the location of the speaker. I'm very satisfied with my new smartphone.
Thats soo gonna go for SG S4. If you want waterproof and slim, just go for XPERIA Z. But all other stuff will most likely go with S4. Here what I have: 1. S4 Has SAMOLED screen vs Z's TFT LCD Display 2. S4 uses Gorilla Glass 3 vs the Z's Sony's screen 3. S4 supports dual band connection on wifi modems which makes internet alot more faster. 4. S4's bluetooth supports EDR and LE 5. S4 has an infrared port to control infrared devices 6. In camera, S4 supports alot more features
I know you didn't mention this, but despite the camera, the HTC One brings the aspects of the the SG 4 and Xperia Z together. You get the build quality of the Xperia Z, yet you get the performance of an S4. The only thing thats lacking is the camera so.... Not to mention you still get an amazing display with the HTC One. You make the choice.
Great idea to compare the viewing angles and the speaker with the Oppo find. I've seen reviews were they play music on the Xperia Z but you can't really tell if it sounds good or not, because you have no comparison.
Thanks for the review...I can't wait to get my hands on this phone once it comes out on T-Mobile (USA). As some have mentioned, it supposedly has a "bad" viewing angle but I honestly can't think of a reason why a person would view the screen at an angle...what's an everyday reason you actually would (humbly asking)? At the end of the day, I'm sure this phone gets the job done. And yes, it is definitely a sexy looking phone. Sony ftw!
My father owned a xperia z a few years ago. The perk of it being waterproof and taking it to swimming pools was amazing. It also recieved latest Android updates. It was running smoothly until it's screen broke. While putting on a screen protector. Yeah. The screen was replaced for around $150 and then the back glass broke. Then my father bought a new phone since the screen was also not as good as the original. But 1 thing for sure, the Xperia Z is a polished product.
Twisted Nematic. It's a type of display used in early LCDs mainly used on mobile phones before 2010. Just for comparison, it's the same panel that's implemented on the first iPhone in 2007. LCD panels that are not IPS are mostly TN.
This phone survived a Tough Mudder race with me through the mud pits, submerged lakes and dives. It was cool to be able to take pics along the way. For the outdoor oriented surely a great buy. The speakers are a let down but everything else about this phone is awesome!
I own it for 10 months now. Love water resistance feature: took many photos of kids in summer at the water, also you can relax in a bathtub and watch some videos without risking of damaging you phone :) I am not so much pleased with photo quality in comparison with iPhone 4S I had before. But quality is better than Galaxy S3 which my husband owns. I always make better looking pictures in same circumstances on auto settings. What I do not like is the battery life. Hardly can survive one day in case of heavy usage.
Tremendous job reviewing this, thank you.. I noticed you brought out the Oppo Find for 2 comparisons - the screen and the sound... I have an Oppo Find 5, 32GB myself that I'm very impressed with - could you actually do a full head-on comparison between the Xperia Z and Oppo Find 5??
I don't care about its audio quality because I'm always using headphones. I also don't care if the screen is bad if you view it while tilting it because I'll be using the Z by looking at it DIRECTLY, and not tilted. And why would someone complain if it's screen is bad of you slightly tilt it. Is someone even gonna use their phone that way?? Anyway, awesome review. I'm still getting that phone. :D
I have to agree with Damien McGrath. I have had to replace my original Xperia Z twice in the past 2 years due to the faulty gaskets around the charging port. I just finally paid off this $600 phone from T-Mobile and they are charging me $318 for "alleged water damage". My phone was never near water and is supposed to be water proof and has a hard protective cover over it. I have received the run around from T-Mobile and they put the blame on Sony and Sony puts the blame on T-Mobile. Either way, they are expecting an additional $318 from me. Bottom line, "IF THEY ARE NOT ON DRUGS, THEN THEY NEED TO BE", because I'm done with both.
By the way for those that do not Follow Sony Ericsson the Z is NOT i repeat NOT the flagship for 2013, Sony's Flagship is a Phablet (coming out sometime q2?) that should set the bar really high, i for one am happy that a new player has joined Sammy and Apple.
I find having good viewing angles on the phone is helpful when you're reading an article on the phone while having lunch and the phone is on the table, or even showing something on the phone and finding that you have to angle the entire phone towards them. Small inconveniences that you don't find on other phones.
that is not bad,the front is made or dragontail glass,that is extremely hard.the camera is not a problem,and the xperia z is good to look at in very bright light,a major problem.even the processor is powerful.high pixel density and beautiful design.besides,if i need a camera,i would buy one seperate if i need a perfect photo and no one uses speakers on the phone,either use headphones or an external speaker.(correct me if i am wrong)
My last comment wasn't an opinion, it's a fact. "I fail to see how anyone would ever use their phone at 90 degress" offended me. Not all people watch the phone's contents alone. Also from a screen purists point of view, it's not all about whether you can see the screen from a certain degree or not. It's about how good the overall screen quality is and the technology behind it.
Good point! It's not like you're gonna be using your phone obliquely. It may even help a bit with your privacy as the people beside you have more difficulty reading what you're texting or something...
Very good point dude! I totally agree when you say that the Xperia Z is trying very hard to be sexy and rugged at the same time. More videos more often!
Here is my review, had this for about 2 years now. I had to replace it in the first three months because "charging problem". The battery always over heats. A normal day it will last 8 hours. The camera is good but I don't really use it. My apps are always crashing. The next phone I'm moving to is the LG 4 OR HTC One m9. Never a Sony phone..... What you think?
I'm here in November,2018 watching this video on my xperia z and remembering the good old days when mobile phones didn't have a notch plus too many features to be explored. Phone working still pretty decent with an official android lolipop. Life is good! Sony FTW ;)
6 years later and now every high end phone must have ip68, yet when Sony did it, it was a contradiction. Damn...
Indeed and then there's their 21:9 aspect ratios screens instead of the weird half assed ones that are 19:9 or 20:9 and not to mention their new battery care tech that allows the phone to bypass the battery when plugged in to use the power cord to run a power intensive application, yet almost no "big" reviewers talk about but when it is included on the other major brands everyone will praise them
Then there was the 3 layer stacked cmos sensor (that allowed 960 fps slow mo and eliminated rolling shutter), which many people called it useless and a gimmick
*Until Samsung copied it*
It did work
Too bad its the dislike button that actually works
@Kenzo Wilder A pair of bots - better than just one bot!
The problem with the Xperia Z is that there are only reviews with the very first onboard software. Since the phone has been around for more than 1 and a half years, there have been some MAJOR updates, all covering the issues that everybody claimed in the beginning. For example, the sound quality of the internal speaker has been highly improved by adding the features "Clear Phase(TM)" and "xLOUD(TM)". Sony really did its homework and tried to improve as much as possible on their former flagship Xperia Z. It would be interesting to do a comparison video "old software vs. new software on Xperia Z".
Great review man, probably your best looking review yet!
Mhbhd old logo looking a lot like Xiaomi's 😂
Lol it does
I have had the Sony Experia Z for some time now, and I cannot fault it. I am looking to upgrade it soon to a Sony Experia Z3. I would always stick by Sony products as they have never let me down yet - unlike Apple. They are sleek, sexy-looking, and performance-wise, I cannot fault them. One more thing to add is that this review is old.
All of the issues that you have come across with this device, have been solved - due to software upgrades. The device has been around for quite a long time now, and Sony have solved all of the problems you have mentioned here. The device is a top-quality product - much more better than Apple Iphone 6. And those who purchase this product will not be disappointed.
One very last point. I have accidentally dropped this phone more than once, and it is as tough as nails. Not one mark on it. I was expecting the glass display to shatter, but nothing at all. So, it is not only beautiful but very tough and rugged too. I would NOT RECOMMEND DROPPING IT, I am just saying that I dropped it through being careless. However, it still works as good as new.
Are you still using Sony?
@@harryjames7117💀
Im using now sony xperia1iii
Watching this in 2020, I had this phone when it first came out. Now I'm looking forward to getting the Xperia 1ii.
Did you get it?
2021
His voice has deepened nicely for his profession over the years :)
Thank you Marques for putting quality reviews on UA-cam. You are the reason I have purchased many products and been very happy with them! Keep it up bro!
Say what you want but almost 3 years later this beast is running the latest android version available ....yeah! that's better product support than even google offers to nexus owners! Sony FTW!
+BakyLive Not FTW, with 5.1.1 there's a huge battery drain for the Xperia Z :/ Have to use my Huawei phone because of this.
lol i still juse it with the android 10 ;)
Dude i had this phone 2015 anf 2016... How many years after release and it was awesome.... My favorite phone of all times. Design Still beautiful todah
i have had this phone for 6 months now and i love it! the kitkat firmware is butter smooth and the camera is awesome, i also discovered the z will get the android L update in early 2015 :)
Super happy with sony, great company
I have it for 2 weeks, it's an alright phone but dear god the battery is a disgrace.
John Doe I'm going to get z3 soon. Does the z3 have bigger battery life than z1?
Daniel Ngo well the z3 has a 3100 mAh battery and the z 2330 mAh battery, so its a better battery.
thx. I was too lazy to google it :p
shocked you don't have the Xperia Z3 review :( please do Z3
i seriously love your reviews, very simple, beautiful, and smart.
why is viewing angles such a bid deal? You look at your phone straight ok, STRAIGHT. YOU DON'T LOOK ON IT FROM THE SIDE OTHERWISE YOU IT'D BE HARD TO READ TEXTS!!
This is a bullshit excuse to defend Sony for that terrible viewing angles. Honestly they fucked up really bad at this department.
+Trevor Philips im not trying to make an excuse. I am not a fan of sony but why would normal people have a big deal about this?
cj eddie because i can and i dont recall liking my own comment.
cj eddie btw no need to swear man, big deal....im just mad at how the guy says it
+cj “toast” eddie So now your saying i cant watch certain videos in UA-cam if im not a fan? You aint my mother bro
Thanks man, you're probably the most sensible reviewer I've seen in a long time. Keep it up!
Tell me one good reason to look at your screen in any kind of that weird angles... I have the xperia z and is way better any Samsung I have before
Marques... This is one of the best reviews i have ever seen from you is honest and is not influenced by favoritism... I use a Nexus 4 and i'm waiting for your thoughts about the new Galaxy S4...
why would any one want to view a phone from different angles, when you could just hold it upright ?
lol exactly,
I hardly leave comments on videos, but I have to say that I personally think that your videos are awesome. When I wanted a review on that phone I just searched it, when I didn't find your name in the top results I added it cause I wanted your review about. Nicely done as always, keep it up! ... Peace
I love it, I am just about to buy it and I'm really excited!
Not yet, I found out that my contract has not finished yet :/ It ends on the 26. As soon as I get it I will give you feedback if you want. :)
Im also gonna buy it :D
U will regret it.. for sure
ibrahim mohammed Why do you think so?
slow updates ,
i had this and had some speaker problems ..
its water resistant but it ruined my speaker!
I almost never comment anything on youtube - but: INSANELY nice review, insightful and straight to the point. Keep up the good work and greetings from Germany.
the only bad thing about this phone is the speaker...but if you just use it for gaming or entertainment its perfect, i dont need high volume speaker on a phone that everybody in the park can listen my music...for that i use my headphones... Cam is waaay better than the Nexus, Htc One X, Galaxy S3 and 4... Only Xperia T and Z1 is better in low light...i have the phone for 6 months with 4.3 and it destroys all my friends plastic and non proof phones...
u mean that the camera is better than the S4
Tried the Xperia Z and was very very impress with it's default camera apps. The Superior Auto is very clever and the flash lighting is the best of all phone camera I've seen.
I didn't know looking at your screen from an angle was such a big deal..
This guy always does the best reviews
marques can u tell me what android phone u can recommend.i look forward to hear from u. thanks in advance!
thank you marques. more power and keep it up!!
Get the galaxy s10 plus
My fav youtuber about tech. Amazing review man.
2019?
I've had the Xperia Z for a few weeks now, I don't have much to compare it to, but the display is beautiful. I love the phone with two pet peeves, first is that the speaker gets covered up easily, and second is that is gets pretty warm after use because there are really no air vents since it's all sealed up.
Hey, I've heard that this phone gets pretty heated while talking for a while... is that true??
Md. Rahman Yep
I have had my Sony Xperia Z for about a month now and I absolutely love it. I don't know if they updated the phone but I do not see any problem with the viewing angle on the screen and the home bar is black on my Xperia not gray. I also love it being waterproof. My friends are amazed to watch me wash my phone in the sink. I am also amazed by the build quality. This phone is amazing. Obviously this is my personal opinion and everyone has a right to there own opinion, this is just mine.
Xperia ( Ex-pee-ri-ya )
I have This phone still 2023 and it's working but we facing many problems in this phone now
Im not going to not lie I bought this for my daughter and an S4 for myself, and love both of them...Im pretty excited to see what the are going to do with the sequel to Xperia Z in thr next few months....the lack of bloatware and more google look and awesome build quality is just cool to me
Watching this on my Xperia Z
same. and i love it
Thanks for the review Marques...
Seriously man... I was waiting for your review for this phone & now that you have thoroughly reviewed & thrown your opinions about it , its much easier for me now to decide ...
Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro is 2012...
Qualcomm 600 & 800 is what we want to see...
Thanks Marques ... Peace :)
If i were to get the Z now, it would come with the latest version of android right?
Absolutely man, Android 4.2, the latest and greatest Android version
my first ''high end'' phone, classic!
Is it only me getting pissed of with how he pronounces the phone. Speria z........ Na m8, Its the Xperia with a X
This is the best review of the Z that I've ever watched (and I watched almost ALL of them). I am a Sony fan for years I bought their phones before Android and since Android i had X10, Arc, Arc S and currently Xperia S but that was it for me. I loved Xperia Z when was only a rumor but they lost me with that display this time. You are right on every single point about this device and I agree. I'm sorry Sony but now I'm going for the HTC ONE
I wouldn't recommend one of these at all. In the two years I've had mine it's been replaced once due to a faulty power button, the gaskets on the flaps have failed meaning they no longer close meaning it's not water resistant, the lag is just awful all of the time, software updates have been slow and very buggy killing the battery, the screen is disappointing beside a Samsung, and it was very expensive. I'll never get a Sony phone again.
I've had mine for about a year and a half now, before it I had a Xperia SP and HTC 1 mini. Both of which gave me terrible trouble. But I have to say, my Xperia Z hasn't given me too many problems. Yeah it freezes the odd time and I have to do a hard reboot but aside from that I can't complain. Maybe you just got a dodgy handset?
Damien McGrath - I have to agree with you. This is my 3rd Xperia Z after returning the other 2 to T-Mobile. They claim I have to pay $318 for water damage after I returned it due to the gasket and flap falling off. I returned it all with original condition and although they claim it is water resistance, it must not be able to handle "humidity". My guess anyways.
+Anna Salgado I know, sony is i think have the worst customer service. I am using my 3rd Xperia Z right now.
I just broke my Galaxy Note 4 and while I'm waiting for the insurance repair I purchased a used xperia z1 compact simply because it was the cheapest phone in the shop.
I'm shocked. This phone is 18 months old and scratched to bits but it's still the fastest android phone I've ever used. After my crappy, Laggy, overheating, bad battery life original xperia z this really is a surprise even with all the apps now added same as the Note 4.
I've never seen such fast non apple phone. The only reason ill go back to my lagging Samsung is the amoled screen and stylus versatility which I love.
New generation should watch these videos to realise that there was a time when these first generation smartphones were dream of many youngsters.
Speaker is that bad bc of the wateproof cover...
I have this phone and I love it! The day I got it, my brother called me and said he's going to the T-Mobile store to pick up new phones. So I quickly browsed through T-Mobile's store online and saw this and picked it in a few hours. Best decision ever!
Can you get clash of clans on the sony xperia z
You can get that game with ANY Android or iOS device...
So you can get clash of clans on this
Solas Cady ...maybe
Love your review, just one thing: the speaker on the Z is on the side, on the opposite side where your mic was in the "music benchmark" and also it has to be water resistant, this means it probably don't let water go inside and air (music) outside easily. So, you're right, it depends on what we want from a phone.
good review mate i have just purchased one it seems to be the best phone on the market that is dust proof,im a metal fabricator and the fine metal dust kill my phones i get a year max out of a phone iv tried cases and even a sock to keep it in,it helps but is a pain to answer calls,so i was never going to get an expensive phone but when i seen the xperia i was impressed thinking i can have a nice phone(expencive) and maby it will last so for people like me they are great thanks again
Z Is such a awesome phone I love everything about it and the 4.4.2 kitkat update has made it beautiful
TFT (Thin film transistor) exists in LCD and AMOLED screen, the display used by xperia z is "TN TFT LCD", actually TN (Twisted Nematic)is the first generation of the LCD, when displaying white, the liquid crystal will try to let as much light to pass the screen, when displaying black,the liquid crystals will try to block as much light as it can, to display black.
The screen we normally seen are TFT IPS LCD, IPS= (In Plane Switching)
IPS improved contrast ratio and viewing angle, compared to TN.
frankly, i got this phone a week ago and the screen angles are no the the best but try watching a movie on it and you will be astonished..premium looks and material, high end specs and waterproofing, that's what made it for me, the camera can take some superb shoots too....comon how many high end 1080p 5" phones can you take to the beach or a swim pool and never worry
Very honest and objective review. You really knew to point the best qualities of the phone and the things that were not so good. I bought this phone two weeks ago and I love it.
The upgrade in the software really improve the quality of the screen. The only thing that I'm not happy are the speakers. My Xperia PLAY was amazing in compare with the Xperia Z. Don't like the quality and the location of the speaker.
I'm very satisfied with my new smartphone.
Thats soo gonna go for SG S4. If you want waterproof and slim, just go for XPERIA Z. But all other stuff will most likely go with S4.
Here what I have:
1. S4 Has SAMOLED screen vs Z's TFT LCD Display
2. S4 uses Gorilla Glass 3 vs the Z's Sony's screen
3. S4 supports dual band connection on wifi modems which makes internet alot more faster.
4. S4's bluetooth supports EDR and LE
5. S4 has an infrared port to control infrared devices
6. In camera, S4 supports alot more features
Great as always!! I cant wait to see S4 on your hands!!
I am using Xperia Z for like a year now, and all i can say is that it's the best phone. Fast, no lags it's definitely perfect.
very unbiased review as always, thanks!
I know you didn't mention this, but despite the camera, the HTC One brings the aspects of the the SG 4 and Xperia Z together.
You get the build quality of the Xperia Z, yet you get the performance of an S4. The only thing thats lacking is the camera so.... Not to mention you still get an amazing display with the HTC One. You make the choice.
Awesome review, dude. Thanks! Was on the fence with the XZ and the S4. Now I think I'm going with the better screen on the S4.
Love the Xperia Z.......almost 5 years with mine, 0 problem!!!! Now i got the XZ premium!!!
Great reviews man..
I was torn between HTC one and Xperia Z and I guess this review helped..
Thanks..!!
Already watched before 10 years
After 10 years Xperia 1 V ❤❤❤❤❤❤
Nice complete review of the Z.....
you do great reviews. keep it up man
Watching this in 2023! Funny to watch MKBHD😂
Me too lol
Best review yet! Keep it up!
You have the best reviews!
He reviewd it very well. For gods stop making harsh comments.
Yes there is a update that came out! makes it look better and perform a little better with the camera but also battery life. I love this phone.
The latest firmware update improves the display quality and also changes the grey theme to dark black.
You should reconsider it.
I'm watching this on my Xperia Z, love it!!!
Great idea to compare the viewing angles and the speaker with the Oppo find.
I've seen reviews were they play music on the Xperia Z but you can't really tell if it sounds good or not, because you have no comparison.
Thanks for the review...I can't wait to get my hands on this phone once it comes out on T-Mobile (USA). As some have mentioned, it supposedly has a "bad" viewing angle but I honestly can't think of a reason why a person would view the screen at an angle...what's an everyday reason you actually would (humbly asking)? At the end of the day, I'm sure this phone gets the job done. And yes, it is definitely a sexy looking phone. Sony ftw!
I had this phone. It was one of my favorite phones of all time!
My father owned a xperia z a few years ago. The perk of it being waterproof and taking it to swimming pools was amazing. It also recieved latest Android updates.
It was running smoothly until it's screen broke. While putting on a screen protector.
Yeah.
The screen was replaced for around $150 and then the back glass broke. Then my father bought a new phone since the screen was also not as good as the original.
But 1 thing for sure, the Xperia Z is a polished product.
Twisted Nematic. It's a type of display used in early LCDs mainly used on mobile phones before 2010. Just for comparison, it's the same panel that's implemented on the first iPhone in 2007. LCD panels that are not IPS are mostly TN.
Your reviews are amazing!
This phone survived a Tough Mudder race with me through the mud pits, submerged lakes and dives. It was cool to be able to take pics along the way. For the outdoor oriented surely a great buy. The speakers are a let down but everything else about this phone is awesome!
I own it for 10 months now. Love water resistance feature: took many photos of kids in summer at the water, also you can relax in a bathtub and watch some videos without risking of damaging you phone :) I am not so much pleased with photo quality in comparison with iPhone 4S I had before. But quality is better than Galaxy S3 which my husband owns. I always make better looking pictures in same circumstances on auto settings. What I do not like is the battery life. Hardly can survive one day in case of heavy usage.
Tremendous job reviewing this, thank you.. I noticed you brought out the Oppo Find for 2 comparisons - the screen and the sound... I have an Oppo Find 5, 32GB myself that I'm very impressed with - could you actually do a full head-on comparison between the Xperia Z and Oppo Find 5??
I don't care about its audio quality because I'm always using headphones. I also don't care if the screen is bad if you view it while tilting it because I'll be using the Z by looking at it DIRECTLY, and not tilted. And why would someone complain if it's screen is bad of you slightly tilt it. Is someone even gonna use their phone that way??
Anyway, awesome review. I'm still getting that phone. :D
Sony Xperia Golden days ❤❤❤
Got the Xperia z and the viewing angles are perfect!
You just earned all my respect by demoing with Purity Ring. You've got a good taste, bro! :)
I have to agree with Damien McGrath. I have had to replace my original Xperia Z twice in the past 2 years due to the faulty gaskets around the charging port. I just finally paid off this $600 phone from T-Mobile and they are charging me $318 for "alleged water damage". My phone was never near water and is supposed to be water proof and has a hard protective cover over it. I have received the run around from T-Mobile and they put the blame on Sony and Sony puts the blame on T-Mobile. Either way, they are expecting an additional $318 from me. Bottom line, "IF THEY ARE NOT ON DRUGS, THEN THEY NEED TO BE", because I'm done with both.
Anna Salgado - correction (Water Resistance) not water proof. Either way, it might resist water but not humidity.
ur videos r one the best in terms of editing!
By the way for those that do not Follow Sony Ericsson the Z is NOT i repeat NOT the flagship for 2013, Sony's Flagship is a Phablet (coming out sometime q2?) that should set the bar really high, i for one am happy that a new player has joined Sammy and Apple.
I find having good viewing angles on the phone is helpful when you're reading an article on the phone while having lunch and the phone is on the table, or even showing something on the phone and finding that you have to angle the entire phone towards them. Small inconveniences that you don't find on other phones.
that is not bad,the front is made or dragontail glass,that is extremely hard.the camera is not a problem,and the xperia z is good to look at in very bright light,a major problem.even the processor is powerful.high pixel density and beautiful design.besides,if i need a camera,i would buy one seperate if i need a perfect photo and no one uses speakers on the phone,either use headphones or an external speaker.(correct me if i am wrong)
Great video MBKHD. I wish they had more NFC roll outs in Canada. Pay Pass is finicky at best with the credit cards as well.
I have no idea on what u r on about Marques, recieved my xperia z yesterday. And have no such problems, the fne is amazin absoloute BEAST
I think this is the best review ever! Thanks man I'm gonna think twice... but what about galaxy s4 ? Can you make a comparison with xperia z please?
Great balanced report in this video. How do you think it would compare to the Nexus 4?
Maybe you should do a re-review of the Xperia Z. After the firmware update, the colours actually has been fixed along with other bugs.
My last comment wasn't an opinion, it's a fact. "I fail to see how anyone would ever use their phone at 90 degress" offended me. Not all people watch the phone's contents alone. Also from a screen purists point of view, it's not all about whether you can see the screen from a certain degree or not. It's about how good the overall screen quality is and the technology behind it.
Good point! It's not like you're gonna be using your phone obliquely. It may even help a bit with your privacy as the people beside you have more difficulty reading what you're texting or something...
2021 vs 2013 😱
Technology has improved leaps and bounds
I love this phone, the UI and the apps
Very good point dude! I totally agree when you say that the Xperia Z is trying very hard to be sexy and rugged at the same time. More videos more often!
your the best reviewer on youtube!!!
Great review! What do you think about the Xperia ZL?
Great review bro!
Here is my review, had this for about 2 years now. I had to replace it in the first three months because "charging problem". The battery always over heats. A normal day it will last 8 hours. The camera is good but I don't really use it. My apps are always crashing. The next phone I'm moving to is the LG 4 OR HTC One m9. Never a Sony phone..... What you think?
I'm here in November,2018 watching this video on my xperia z and remembering the good old days when mobile phones didn't have a notch plus too many features to be explored. Phone working still pretty decent with an official android lolipop. Life is good! Sony FTW ;)