I hope this design doesn't fade away. It might be boring overtime, but practicality wins here! Front facing speakers and that majestic headphone jack plus SD card slot are the best combo for a perfect smartphone! ❤
I still have my LG V60, even more underrated. I just brought a new one, still has more of what I want than the Experia, but when this one goes the Experia will be my only choice.
I started with the Xperia S about 12 years ago because I loved the design. Had Sony phones for a while after that but then suddenly had two in a row with terrible durability/build quality. This 1 VI is my first Sony since then and it wasn't cheap. I was happy with Google Pixel until they suddenly became expensive.
I love Sony because I love sony.. don't care what people say about it. Just love it. I started with sony Ericsson walkman, sony Ericsson Xperia, Xperia Z, Xperia Z3, Xperia XZ, Xperia 5 and currently using Xperia 5 iv. Can't live without it. For me, Sony phone is very unique and beautiful.
That tends to happen when a company is not on top of a specific segment. And i hope they never become to top ones. I hope they keep making just enough money with these phones to justify releasing a new model every year with all the features we love.
@@soulhandler2227 True, because that's what happened to the thinkpad, where you can't customise specs anymore. The literal selling point for computer enthusiasts
Honestly, I love that Sony makes a phone with no intrusion to the display, you forget the bezels and you can enjoy content in the dark with no notch or punch hole getting in the way. I'm I saying that each phone manufacturer should borrow a leaf from Sony and do the same, no, because to each there own. I'm just glad Sony solves this 1% dilemma conundrum for the users who hate those egregious notches and punch hole cut outs getting in the way of their content.
The beauty of Sony always takes my breath away. It's a good phone and love how they stick to just being Sony. Thank you for the review Ps if you don't want to use that phone send me a message 😅
wanna see a bug that Sony hasn't fixed since the first xperia? set double tap to wake on, prevent accidental operations on. lock the dislay and the phone. then cover the proximity sensor with something and double tap the screen, press ok if the "prevent accidental operations..." pops on screen and then drag down with the finger until the quick settings become accessible and touchable. yes, this happens in the pocket. I often get my 1 iv out of the pocket with the screen on, heated up, drained battery, in airplane mode or with bluetooth off, in emergency calls menu etc. it's horrible. but it doesn't end here. activate the AOD as always on and set off the double tap to wake. you will see that double tap to wake still works if the AOD in always on.
It could technically happen with my Oppo but the slide up to exit accidental touch mode is pretty safe. A single click button is easy to accidentally touch lol
Double tap to wake is useless for me. You can't carry your phone in the pocket without the screen turning on at some point. I turned this feature off completely and AOD as well. If I have notifications they will come on my watch. I use s23 btw so this Sony bug will not bother me if I had one.
My Xperia 1 III tend to become stuck with a black unresponsive screen until you do a force reset (holding volume and power button), sometimes even during the night when you expect it to wake you up with an alarm at the morning, and it just decides to die instead. It's pretty rare, and I can't even understand what makes it do that. It feels like using the camera too much increases the chances of it to happen.
Thank you Sony for keeping the SD card, headphones jack, and large battery. I wish updates would be longer though. I just ordered one so I'll give sony a try. No more samsung for me, at least for now.
Don't forget the audio quality of sony phones. It has been always high resolution, best for years. For many years, since walkman they were ahead, until today. They're ahead in all innovations, i experienced it through the years. Everytime i see an innovation. Sony had it at least 3 to 7 years before. When you are in it, you just feel love, you became loyal Their design, android menu, smooth, timeless and sharp. Talking about Flagships. There are classes for different consumers, but flagships are beautiful pieces. You as a user, can see what others are missing.. also with the ups and downs, you stay loyal, because you know the nation and the minds behind the phones and products. Things you just respect. Its the quality
@@b2bgood870 Anyone can steal a phone too 😅 You can encrypt the card if you are worried about that. All data storage methods can fail. It’s infinitely better to have the option to have cheap expandable storage than not. What would you prefer? Only the option to have expensive cloud storage? An SD equipped phone can also have this. Also having an SD equipped phone means manufacturers can’t charge so much more for a little more internal storage.
The 1 VI is my first Sony phone in a very long time. I'm very impressed. I bought it as a camera phone to use alongside my Z Fold 6 but its quickly becoming my favourite. The sensors are excellent and that macro mode is superb.
6:50 And that's the way to go. A real flagship phone should capture the most realistic, most detailed photo from a smartphone possible, down to the intrinsic colors of the subjects, not dialing the saturation to 11. Same for video, I cherish phones that record video with a constant exposure, just like in the real world. Constant white balance, stabilization, name it. That is a true flagship in my book.
The design is always clean, literally five different focal lengths in 3 cameras instead of most of the Chinese and Samsung phone drill cameras like crazy bee nests. But again, cameras are not for one click heavy post processing users. If you really dig into it to use it properly, the results are amazing. Also, I don't think the price is off because it offers the headphone jack and up 1tb sdcard storage, how much do we save that if we go up to buy a 512gb+ among the main stream flagships.
I used the Xperia 1 V in Australia and was really nice to use. The Xperia 1 VI will also work in Australia. The only issue is you will need to order from overseas market. It would be much better to buy if it was sold through local carriers. I moved to the S24 ultra and will move to the S25 ultra due to local availablity.
Does anyone know if this will work on the Telstra network (with VoLTE)? I have used Xperia phones for years now, and don't like the others. My old Xperia 5 won't work when 3G shuts down, so hoping this VI does!!
@@PlaceOfTheLamb I believe as long as you get the HK/TW/elsewhere version (rather than JP version), Telstra works for VoLTE. No VoWifi if that matters to you. There's a thread on Whirlpool about it with more info.
I've a pixel 7, Which I love (both software and hardware) but I've always appreciated the Xperia range. Hopefully they will still be around and refined even further over the next couple of years. Could easily be tempted by whatever Xperia is out around the time the Pixel 10 is released. We shall see.
Ai, Updates, cool features, are all made to find new ways to keep your personal data and other countrys data under control. Sony seems to have broken out of that chain. Which is the best thing.
Love this comment. Have to appreciate Sony's robust but elegant design. Everything about their phones is aimed at the purist/enthusiast. Their cameras prioritize raw photography and compatibility with a full size sensor. They will sacrifice trendy design to make sure they have good stereo speakers. I may just have to get one
I have mixed feelings for updates because I personally don’t consider any updates except security ones needy, I even get annoyed by the system update when some things change unnecessarily like a notification center. And as far as charging is concerned, it really isn’t porblem when you’re not thinking about charging for two days, now, if you’re referring to a charger in the box, that’s a bit of a tragedy.
I love my Sony. Insane battery life, 3.5mm headphone socket, SD card slot and more. However, you're incorrect about battery optimisation and Apple only being iOS 18 (timestamp 4m50). Apple introduced battery charging limits with iOS 13 (2019) and subsequent tweaks, unless you don't mean battery optimisation.I used it all the time when I switched from android to the iPhone 15 pro max as I could never kill the battery in one day. I agree with you about updates. The EU should require a minimum of 5 years. And Sony should be out there ahead of this.
Great video as always!. I can definitely get 2 days of battery life easily, no matter what the use case is. As for the brightness, this ''sunlight mode'' that Sony advertises, easily outperforms the likes of Samsung, Apple and Honor Magic 6 Pro. it's the brightest and most readable screen of all (Bravia engine works wonders i guess) Yes- too bad they only give 3 software updates.
@@alexgotsis530 , thanks for answering me. Are there any issues you are facing with the phone? I'm planning to get one. Please let me know if there is something I should keep in mind before getting one. Thanks
@@ajithraju8384 lets sum things up: Call Quaility: Hands down, the best out there. Clear, loud and punchy. Audio Quality: Just great, excellent balance and many configurations to match your preference Screen quality: In my experience, it beats every flagship in terms of brightness. Also note that it keeps brightness high all the time. Other phones usually dial down max brightness after a while to sustain performance. Photography: not the best, but still quite good. It suffers a bit in low light, but a software update may fix this. Performance: fluid and snappy, no lags, no heating issues whatsoever. Battery: Unreal run times. I have managed 3 days use, 9.5hrs SOT, with dark mode on. Haptics: strong for notifications, a bit mushy when typing (you need to keep it just a hair before max haptic feedback to get the best it offers). Price: overpriced, no doubt abt that. Updates: 3 years is a bummer.
I wish it was officially available in the US, I'm still thinking about importing one though. Seems like a great option. I really think we are getting screwed as consumers by these companies not providing MicroSD card slots anymore. They want everyone paying a cloud subscription.
I like that the phone is different to the others currently in the marketplace, the battery life especially, but I simply cannot stomach 1.400EUR for the phone.
I used my xperia x compact for 6 years, had to let it go just because sony stopped providing phones, and services to my country (there was a problem with its mainboard). I still miss it
Want the best camera that fits in your pocket, and a great phone...... I use the RX100 VII and carry a phone now. It's just a phone to call and text, no distractions, and the size can be small too.
3.5 mm jack and sd card slot with IP68! That battery life with the best camera set up in a beautiful sleek design! Sony has so many plus points that it's competitors lack. If only there was better service, software support and reasonable price! All of these are fixable issues and could be solved easily if Sony became serious about their phones
The only thing I'm not really a fan of and why I jumped ship was that the camera module makes it difficult to use filters. He mentions other brands like Vivo and Xiaomi with the massive camera humps...but I love that because those are able to use adapters and normal external filters...
Finally a really balanced and in depth review , I tried the vi but hated it initially , yes it was that disappointing to me , especially as Sony removed the music haptics which in my opinion enhanced content watching so much WHY SONY WHY ?? they have done things like that before of course .. notification light anyone ??? I honestly liked the former form factor and 4k screen of the 1v but I have to say the vi has now got an insane battery life which is important. So , after sending back my vi I tried another manufacturers phone and whilst it was ok I have to say I missed Sony . I missed the shutter button ( although the iPhone will copy that feature this year ... I missed the understated design of the Sony ... I missed the natural looking photos although I admit they did take some getting used to after using a saturated Samsung . Natural is best ! Therefore I am sending back my current android and I am rebuying the Sony 1vi . Despite the rather inept withdrawing of imo niche but great features Sony remains a brilliant manufacturer of smart phones . Hope this helps people on the fence of whether to buy or not . Believe me as someone who has tried most mainstream devices , you won't go too far wrong with this phone .BUT SONY , REINTRODUCE THE HAPTICS FOR MUSIC/CONTENT ... You already have the code for it , make it make it so in a software update !!!!!!
@@jshu-_- hi , in England we can have a phone on a two week approval if ordered with the carrier online . I sent my 1 vi back after one week of use . But , I do prefer Sony to the Samsungs , apples and pixels … I will get another 1 vi .. actually being delivered this week. I will stick with it. But, it’s not perfect.. having said that, what is?
As photographer that fair price... Because I'm using 1V .. for year and it still strong like first time out of box .... So for me 3 years it enough to look to another one.... And it helps so much in my work as photographer......
The phone is excellent, but it lacks popularity. I have learned a valuable lesson to avoid purchasing unpopular phones in my country, as repairs can be extremely challenging.
I agree with the pros and cons. I have had the Mark V and now the Mark VI. I loved the design intentions of the Mark V with the true widescreen ratio and 4K display. I also think the photography on the main camera of the Mark V is better, probably due to software. The new Mark VI has an unfinished camera app and is missing the three dedicated pro apps from the V...Photo Pro Video Pro and Cinematography Pro which gave the same menu systems as Sony's Alpha, Video and Cinematography camera lines. You could learn how to use an unobtainable camera that costs as much as a house by learning to use Cinematography Pro. I do hope those apps make it to the Mark VI with the promised August Firmware update. That will be the finished version of the Mark VI. The Mark VI will get better and better. I adore the new Macro camera on the Zoom lens...a true Macro. A little tricky to use, but when it wins it wins big.
I always liked sony smartphone but in INDIA sony dont adv. their phone same lvl as other flagships. currently using S23 but in future i will buy sony phone for sure.
I Love & Respect Sony Xperia V1 For The Technical Resons...... It's An Extraordinary..... But The Huawei P 60 Ultra With " Ximage " Truly Game Changers In The Every Technical Aspects..... 👍
I like that the Xperia is an amalgamation of all their tech rather than another "better iPhone". As good as the hardware of the Chinese brands are, it's still facing the same iPhone clone mentality that was adopted in the earlier days of Android. I hope they could at least compete in some aspect of their hardware. Bigger sensor next year maybe 😂.
I miss my XZ3 w/the left/right stereo sound. Think they purposely slowed it down. Also the vibration sound with music. When I switched to a Samsung the sound isn't stereo with no vibration to it.
Only downside of this device for me is the side mounted sensor. I had multiple problems with the last version with it being locked out and activated in my pocket. Don't mind the downgrade in screen resolution as 4k was very rarely activated but I think 2k would be the sweet spot. I think most people want a really strong battery and get through the day no matter what buy let's be real, most people put on charge when they go to bed.
3 years android support is incredibly short! But I understand that average phone ownership is around that period. I do prefer to keep my phones for 5+ years though so it's a hard sell for me. Wonder if they can secure longer support later on...
Been a Samsung user for decades..now planning to upgrade into Samsung Ultra but i want a phone with SD card, I'm not really interested in cameras, I'm more into battery life, and SD card cuz i have 100K picture and videos in my SD card, so i might consider buying Sony.
Actually that’s the only choice. Sure there’s sd card support on other cheap phones for reasons unknown… I am considering it also because I’m tired paying for cloud storage. Sd, hp jack and true to eye camera without software or ai effects are already good reasons.
Sony should - 1) Fix those bezels 2) Give at least 4 years of OS updates 3) Improve the software on their cameras! You literally have the best hardware so if you could do better at software, you would legit have the best camera phone and create a bigger niche. Your selfie camera, low light mode and videos are not worth the price point 4) make your phone available everywhere in the world and have service centres
Great review! I wish other vendors would have a rubbery matte black back and a off-screen fingerprint reader. There are a few things that come to mind though. For starters, given how everyone else experiments with Sony sensors and produces interesting results, Sony's own results leave a lot to be desired. Even if I could shoot RAW and load them in Luminar Neo and adjust them, it would be, 9 out of 10 times, a complete overkill. The headphone jack is great, but a smartphone has basically never had a terrific DAC and amp combo, which means you are not going to hook up your Sennheiser HD 650 in there. Be honest, you listened to music on bluetooth headphones with this phone, didn't you? So, what purpose did the headphone jack serve? This is a good play from Sony to reach out to those, who are somehow unhappy with the 'other products', but this strategy cannot make them a leading flagship, which is exactly what has happened. Last but not least, you mentioned Sony is not going for AI, but when it came to picture quality, you also mentioned things could be improved with 'software'. Is there some non-AI software baseline you are comparing it to?
I'm using the sony 5 iv. Hoping to upgrade to either this or the 5 vi assuming that is announced in the next few months. I think i will like the slightly less tall aspect ratio as well.
I bought last year V beacuse of Zeiss lens and this elegant but simple design. The device could not even handle 5min video recording and while chargin it became so hot.
@@MARINAC277 Dont try to defend your trash device. I experienced it. I don't care if you believe me or not. It became burning hot and eventually shit itself down. Trash device.
For those who may be unlocking their phone in their pocket by accidentally touching the power/fingerprint button...their is a setting that can prevent this from happening. Go to Settings > Security and turn on "Press to unlock with fingerprint" - issue solved!
It's a great phone, camera is amazing. Unfortunately not all variants allow for Esim, which is one of the reasons I bought it. The version I have does not support Esim, whereas reviews I've read mentioned it supports it
@brownwallet942 That's old now. Nobody uses wired headphones anymore, and for several reasons, not just because most smartphone manufacturers removed the headphone jack.
I hope this design doesn't fade away. It might be boring overtime, but practicality wins here! Front facing speakers and that majestic headphone jack plus SD card slot are the best combo for a perfect smartphone! ❤
Hear, hear!!!
I love it
Yes I hope they don't follow the trend like all other smartphone companies
@@notme6753 It won't matter because Sony is just too expensive
I love the design
Xperia 1V user here - these are the most underrated phones. Sony ftw
I was a 5 user for a very long time. The beautiful way they feel in the hand is underappreciated too.
Same here . 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
1 IV User Here
Everything software wise (except the camera ofc) sucks hard
I still have my LG V60, even more underrated. I just brought a new one, still has more of what I want than the Experia, but when this one goes the Experia will be my only choice.
I started with the Xperia S about 12 years ago because I loved the design. Had Sony phones for a while after that but then suddenly had two in a row with terrible durability/build quality. This 1 VI is my first Sony since then and it wasn't cheap. I was happy with Google Pixel until they suddenly became expensive.
I love Sony Xperia because of their uniqueness! Love from the loyalty Xperia user Malaysia!!!!
I love Sony because it's good.
😂
how do you buy it? through shopee?
I love Sony because I love sony.. don't care what people say about it. Just love it. I started with sony Ericsson walkman, sony Ericsson Xperia, Xperia Z, Xperia Z3, Xperia XZ, Xperia 5 and currently using Xperia 5 iv. Can't live without it. For me, Sony phone is very unique and beautiful.
i thought malaysia no people using sony phone, btw i also sony phone lover
I used many Xperia devices and I absolutely loved them. I wish sony comes back in the Indian market.
The price won't help them in Indian market
That's true.
How unlike Sony to be so for the consumer with this hardware. This is a delightful surprise.
That tends to happen when a company is not on top of a specific segment. And i hope they never become to top ones. I hope they keep making just enough money with these phones to justify releasing a new model every year with all the features we love.
@@soulhandler2227 True, because that's what happened to the thinkpad, where you can't customise specs anymore. The literal selling point for computer enthusiasts
Different teams
With the global retreat away from the Chinese phones, the Japanese would be crazy not to try to recapture market share.
@@kandise2004Lol, Chinese phones are still dominating the market.
Honestly, I love that Sony makes a phone with no intrusion to the display, you forget the bezels and you can enjoy content in the dark with no notch or punch hole getting in the way. I'm I saying that each phone manufacturer should borrow a leaf from Sony and do the same, no, because to each there own. I'm just glad Sony solves this 1% dilemma conundrum for the users who hate those egregious notches and punch hole cut outs getting in the way of their content.
I can praise enough the ability to have an sd card it's amazing I wish more brands would do that
Sony doesn't need to sell you cloud storage hence they have a card slot
Sony is a brand. Love from INDIA to SONY. Hope in future they will back in India to sell their smartphones.
The beauty of Sony always takes my breath away. It's a good phone and love how they stick to just being Sony. Thank you for the review
Ps if you don't want to use that phone send me a message 😅
You deserve much more attention!
That video quality is basically on par with the biggest tech reviewers!
Because he is one of the biggest Tech UA-camrs in the German-speaking market, this English language channel is just a side-project.
@@Entertainment- i know, I just want to make some promo for my German brother ❤️
wanna see a bug that Sony hasn't fixed since the first xperia?
set double tap to wake on, prevent accidental operations on. lock the dislay and the phone. then cover the proximity sensor with something and double tap the screen, press ok if the "prevent accidental operations..." pops on screen and then drag down with the finger until the quick settings become accessible and touchable. yes, this happens in the pocket. I often get my 1 iv out of the pocket with the screen on, heated up, drained battery, in airplane mode or with bluetooth off, in emergency calls menu etc. it's horrible. but it doesn't end here.
activate the AOD as always on and set off the double tap to wake. you will see that double tap to wake still works if the AOD in always on.
It’s terrible 😢
Wanna see how horrible sony was, after 10 years+ basic features like internet speed meter on top notification isn't available 😂
It could technically happen with my Oppo but the slide up to exit accidental touch mode is pretty safe. A single click button is easy to accidentally touch lol
Double tap to wake is useless for me. You can't carry your phone in the pocket without the screen turning on at some point. I turned this feature off completely and AOD as well. If I have notifications they will come on my watch. I use s23 btw so this Sony bug will not bother me if I had one.
My Xperia 1 III tend to become stuck with a black unresponsive screen until you do a force reset (holding volume and power button), sometimes even during the night when you expect it to wake you up with an alarm at the morning, and it just decides to die instead. It's pretty rare, and I can't even understand what makes it do that. It feels like using the camera too much increases the chances of it to happen.
I've just bought Xperia 1vi,it will be my fifth Sony Xperia,build quality is excellent, brilliant underated phones.
Thank you Sony for keeping the SD card, headphones jack, and large battery. I wish updates would be longer though. I just ordered one so I'll give sony a try. No more samsung for me, at least for now.
I have the Xperia ZL and the phone still looks fresh even though the design is called 'boring'. Sometimes boring is timeless.
Don't forget the audio quality of sony phones. It has been always high resolution, best for years. For many years, since walkman they were ahead, until today.
They're ahead in all innovations, i experienced it through the years. Everytime i see an innovation. Sony had it at least 3 to 7 years before.
When you are in it, you just feel love, you became loyal
Their design, android menu, smooth, timeless and sharp. Talking about Flagships. There are classes for different consumers, but flagships are beautiful pieces.
You as a user, can see what others are missing.. also with the ups and downs, you stay loyal, because you know the nation and the minds behind the phones and products. Things you just respect. Its the quality
Your aspect ratio is absolutely incredible. Fits perfectly on the iPhone 15pro max. Never had ever on any phone till now
Salute just for including the 3.5mm jack🎉
A Micro SD card slot is such a win for the consumer. I hope more manufacturers start pushing this. Have you seen how much Apple charges for storage!
SD cards break ... and anyone can steal them out of the phone
@@b2bgood870 Anyone can steal a phone too 😅 You can encrypt the card if you are worried about that.
All data storage methods can fail. It’s infinitely better to have the option to have cheap expandable storage than not.
What would you prefer? Only the option to have expensive cloud storage? An SD equipped phone can also have this.
Also having an SD equipped phone means manufacturers can’t charge so much more for a little more internal storage.
The 1 VI is my first Sony phone in a very long time. I'm very impressed. I bought it as a camera phone to use alongside my Z Fold 6 but its quickly becoming my favourite. The sensors are excellent and that macro mode is superb.
6:50 And that's the way to go. A real flagship phone should capture the most realistic, most detailed photo from a smartphone possible, down to the intrinsic colors of the subjects, not dialing the saturation to 11. Same for video, I cherish phones that record video with a constant exposure, just like in the real world. Constant white balance, stabilization, name it. That is a true flagship in my book.
The design is always clean, literally five different focal lengths in 3 cameras instead of most of the Chinese and Samsung phone drill cameras like crazy bee nests. But again, cameras are not for one click heavy post processing users. If you really dig into it to use it properly, the results are amazing. Also, I don't think the price is off because it offers the headphone jack and up 1tb sdcard storage, how much do we save that if we go up to buy a 512gb+ among the main stream flagships.
I wish Sony Xperia phones were still officially available in Australia. This looks like a very good one, even though it's a bit too big for me.
Bro there is 5v ... It still good for compact phone
I used the Xperia 1 V in Australia and was really nice to use. The Xperia 1 VI will also work in Australia. The only issue is you will need to order from overseas market. It would be much better to buy if it was sold through local carriers. I moved to the S24 ultra and will move to the S25 ultra due to local availablity.
Does anyone know if this will work on the Telstra network (with VoLTE)? I have used Xperia phones for years now, and don't like the others. My old Xperia 5 won't work when 3G shuts down, so hoping this VI does!!
@@PlaceOfTheLamb the Xperia 1 VI works on Telstra it you get the correct model
@@PlaceOfTheLamb I believe as long as you get the HK/TW/elsewhere version (rather than JP version), Telstra works for VoLTE. No VoWifi if that matters to you. There's a thread on Whirlpool about it with more info.
I've a pixel 7, Which I love (both software and hardware) but I've always appreciated the Xperia range. Hopefully they will still be around and refined even further over the next couple of years. Could easily be tempted by whatever Xperia is out around the time the Pixel 10 is released. We shall see.
Went from Pixel 7 Pro to this and 1. I'm impressed and 2. You'll appreciate the very stock Android Sony apply as it's very similar to the Pixels.
Ai, Updates, cool features, are all made to find new ways to keep your personal data and other countrys data under control. Sony seems to have broken out of that chain. Which is the best thing.
LMAO Smartphones are just a tool to get you personal data.
ソニーがたとえ20世紀のように世界を制覇する製品を出すことはできなくても、最近の三星のように（これは最近の話で、確かに2010年代後半以前までの三星スマートフォンは素晴らしかったと思います）むやみにアップルを真似するのではなく、自分たちだけのアイデンティティと特色を守りながら進化する製品を出すことが誇らしい。
わたしは日本人として、ソニーにこの事業をやめさせないでほしいと思い、エクスペリアを購入することになります。
Love this comment. Have to appreciate Sony's robust but elegant design. Everything about their phones is aimed at the purist/enthusiast. Their cameras prioritize raw photography and compatibility with a full size sensor. They will sacrifice trendy design to make sure they have good stereo speakers. I may just have to get one
I love the design and features like zoom, HP jack and SD card.
Also, great review!
I just wish they had 5-6 years of security updates. Would buy for sure.
The only issues here are the software updates and the lack of a charger. But everything else is very promising
I have mixed feelings for updates because I personally don’t consider any updates except security ones needy, I even get annoyed by the system update when some things change unnecessarily like a notification center. And as far as charging is concerned, it really isn’t porblem when you’re not thinking about charging for two days, now, if you’re referring to a charger in the box, that’s a bit of a tragedy.
I like the bezzels, no compromise for the front camera on display.
OMG yes. The phone we have been looking for. Sony is here baby.
If I wasnt so attached to having a stylus, Xperia would be my daily no questions asked.
I love my Sony. Insane battery life, 3.5mm headphone socket, SD card slot and more.
However, you're incorrect about battery optimisation and Apple only being iOS 18 (timestamp 4m50). Apple introduced battery charging limits with iOS 13 (2019) and subsequent tweaks, unless you don't mean battery optimisation.I used it all the time when I switched from android to the iPhone 15 pro max as I could never kill the battery in one day.
I agree with you about updates. The EU should require a minimum of 5 years. And Sony should be out there ahead of this.
God bless you for this review. Been a sunny fan for over 16 years now and I'm definitely getting this one 🔥♥️
Not sunny its cloudy
I hope this design doesn't fade away until I can afford to buy one.
Great video as always!.
I can definitely get 2 days of battery life easily, no matter what the use case is.
As for the brightness, this ''sunlight mode'' that Sony advertises, easily outperforms the likes of Samsung, Apple and Honor Magic 6 Pro.
it's the brightest and most readable screen of all (Bravia engine works wonders i guess)
Yes- too bad they only give 3 software updates.
Does it have any heating issues?
No heating issues at all. Living in Greece with the hot weather and the Xperia not getting hot even in full load, you can call it a success.
@@alexgotsis530 thanks
@@alexgotsis530 , thanks for answering me. Are there any issues you are facing with the phone? I'm planning to get one. Please let me know if there is something I should keep in mind before getting one. Thanks
@@ajithraju8384 lets sum things up:
Call Quaility: Hands down, the best out there. Clear, loud and punchy.
Audio Quality: Just great, excellent balance and many configurations to match your preference
Screen quality: In my experience, it beats every flagship in terms of brightness. Also note that it keeps brightness high all the time. Other phones usually dial down max brightness after a while to sustain performance.
Photography: not the best, but still quite good. It suffers a bit in low light, but a software update may fix this.
Performance: fluid and snappy, no lags, no heating issues whatsoever.
Battery: Unreal run times. I have managed 3 days use, 9.5hrs SOT, with dark mode on.
Haptics: strong for notifications, a bit mushy when typing (you need to keep it just a hair before max haptic feedback to get the best it offers).
Price: overpriced, no doubt abt that.
Updates: 3 years is a bummer.
This is my end goal phone. Sony Xperia 1 V as well. The only cons is the price which is why it remains as my dream phone.
I love sony phones, especially for watching movies. Love the dedicated shutter button also.
I wish it was officially available in the US, I'm still thinking about importing one though. Seems like a great option. I really think we are getting screwed as consumers by these companies not providing MicroSD card slots anymore. They want everyone paying a cloud subscription.
SONY is the Lexus of Smartphones
Which doesn't exist 😂😂
Sony are much more prestigious than a lexus.
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I like that the phone is different to the others currently in the marketplace, the battery life especially, but I simply cannot stomach 1.400EUR for the phone.
Only 900 euros in Asia
Agree. this phone is mid range. not high end.
I used my xperia x compact for 6 years, had to let it go just because sony stopped providing phones, and services to my country (there was a problem with its mainboard). I still miss it
Okay, I’m in love with Sony now. OMG
Just looking on my Xperia1VI, thanks for your aspect ratio and your thoughts. 😊
Love the headphone jack & sd card slot.. Ppl should go for sony..
Want the best camera that fits in your pocket, and a great phone...... I use the RX100 VII and carry a phone now. It's just a phone to call and text, no distractions, and the size can be small too.
3.5 mm jack and sd card slot with IP68! That battery life with the best camera set up in a beautiful sleek design!
Sony has so many plus points that it's competitors lack. If only there was better service, software support and reasonable price!
All of these are fixable issues and could be solved easily if Sony became serious about their phones
I wish this design would be back. No stupid camera cut hole or notch.
The only thing I'm not really a fan of and why I jumped ship was that the camera module makes it difficult to use filters. He mentions other brands like Vivo and Xiaomi with the massive camera humps...but I love that because those are able to use adapters and normal external filters...
Finally a really balanced and in depth review , I tried the vi but hated it initially , yes it was that disappointing to me , especially as Sony removed the music haptics which in my opinion enhanced content watching so much WHY SONY WHY ?? they have done things like that before of course .. notification light anyone ??? I honestly liked the former form factor and 4k screen of the 1v but I have to say the vi has now got an insane battery life which is important. So , after sending back my vi I tried another manufacturers phone and whilst it was ok I have to say I missed Sony . I missed the shutter button ( although the iPhone will copy that feature this year ... I missed the understated design of the Sony ... I missed the natural looking photos although I admit they did take some getting used to after using a saturated Samsung . Natural is best ! Therefore I am sending back my current android and I am rebuying the Sony 1vi . Despite the rather inept withdrawing of imo niche but great features Sony remains a brilliant manufacturer of smart phones . Hope this helps people on the fence of whether to buy or not . Believe me as someone who has tried most mainstream devices , you won't go too far wrong with this phone .BUT SONY , REINTRODUCE THE HAPTICS FOR MUSIC/CONTENT ... You already have the code for it , make it make it so in a software update !!!!!!
how are you returning phones regularly? Are your consumer protection laws that good where you live or do you have a special insurance or something?
@@jshu-_- hi , in England we can have a phone on a two week approval if ordered with the carrier online . I sent my 1 vi back after one week of use . But , I do prefer Sony to the Samsungs , apples and pixels … I will get another 1 vi .. actually being delivered this week. I will stick with it. But, it’s not perfect.. having said that, what is?
that battery feature is great hope other phone company do this too.
Beautifully explained and in very better understanding manner
As photographer that fair price... Because I'm using 1V .. for year and it still strong like first time out of box .... So for me 3 years it enough to look to another one.... And it helps so much in my work as photographer......
The phone is excellent, but it lacks popularity. I have learned a valuable lesson to avoid purchasing unpopular phones in my country, as repairs can be extremely challenging.
You might as well not purchase a Lamborghini lol
I agree with the pros and cons. I have had the Mark V and now the Mark VI. I loved the design intentions of the Mark V with the true widescreen ratio and 4K display. I also think the photography on the main camera of the Mark V is better, probably due to software. The new Mark VI has an unfinished camera app and is missing the three dedicated pro apps from the V...Photo Pro Video Pro and Cinematography Pro which gave the same menu systems as Sony's Alpha, Video and Cinematography camera lines. You could learn how to use an unobtainable camera that costs as much as a house by learning to use Cinematography Pro. I do hope those apps make it to the Mark VI with the promised August Firmware update. That will be the finished version of the Mark VI. The Mark VI will get better and better. I adore the new Macro camera on the Zoom lens...a true Macro. A little tricky to use, but when it wins it wins big.
why do you buy a new phone every year? thats totally unnecessary!
I always liked sony smartphone but in INDIA sony dont adv. their phone same lvl as other flagships. currently using S23 but in future i will buy sony phone for sure.
I am on my 4th Sony phone in a row. Get the newest one every 3 years.
6:30
No, samsung also make their own camera sensors
and google uses samsung sensors
This device's back looks so much better than others
I Love & Respect Sony Xperia V1 For The Technical Resons...... It's An Extraordinary..... But The Huawei P 60 Ultra With " Ximage " Truly Game Changers In The Every Technical Aspects..... 👍
I like the screen aspect ratio 19:5 compared to the older model.
3:57 Love the brutal honesty. It had me laughing!
Sony not available in UAE. How to get this phone in UAE? I love Sony Xperia
I like that the Xperia is an amalgamation of all their tech rather than another "better iPhone". As good as the hardware of the Chinese brands are, it's still facing the same iPhone clone mentality that was adopted in the earlier days of Android. I hope they could at least compete in some aspect of their hardware. Bigger sensor next year maybe 😂.
i would buy one but for some reason they are 1300 euros in Serbia, dont know why and i never saw anyone use one, but i love all the things it has
I miss my XZ3 w/the left/right stereo sound. Think they purposely slowed it down. Also the vibration sound with music. When I switched to a Samsung the sound isn't stereo with no vibration to it.
Only downside of this device for me is the side mounted sensor. I had multiple problems with the last version with it being locked out and activated in my pocket. Don't mind the downgrade in screen resolution as 4k was very rarely activated but I think 2k would be the sweet spot. I think most people want a really strong battery and get through the day no matter what buy let's be real, most people put on charge when they go to bed.
There's a setting to fix the accidental fingerprint activation.
3 years android support is incredibly short! But I understand that average phone ownership is around that period. I do prefer to keep my phones for 5+ years though so it's a hard sell for me. Wonder if they can secure longer support later on...
I love the notchless display.
There was a time when Sony and Nokia were the kings of indian market , now the presence of both of them is nowhere in indian market.
those B-rolls are the best I have seen in product review.
Thanks for the review. The sony smartphone doesn't get too much love over UA-cam. Thanks for your reveiw
Sony is my Love 🥰
3 years android upgrade is fineif it is Android 15. You buy it now and 3 months later it is already the first upgrade when Android 15 comes out.
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Been a Samsung user for decades..now planning to upgrade into Samsung Ultra but i want a phone with SD card, I'm not really interested in cameras, I'm more into battery life, and SD card cuz i have 100K picture and videos in my SD card, so i might consider buying Sony.
Actually that’s the only choice. Sure there’s sd card support on other cheap phones for reasons unknown…
I am considering it also because I’m tired paying for cloud storage.
Sd, hp jack and true to eye camera without software or ai effects are already good reasons.
I hope it would be available in Philippines
I love how it dosnt have a notch I despise that apple does. I love the camera you described. If they offered this with iOS I would buy it forsure
I love Sony Xperia from India
One of the best creators on the platform. Cinema like content. Great video as always! 😍
The sd card is a HUGE benefit
Sony should -
1) Fix those bezels
2) Give at least 4 years of OS updates
3) Improve the software on their cameras! You literally have the best hardware so if you could do better at software, you would legit have the best camera phone and create a bigger niche.
Your selfie camera, low light mode and videos are not worth the price point
4) make your phone available everywhere in the world and have service centres
Great review! I wish other vendors would have a rubbery matte black back and a off-screen fingerprint reader. There are a few things that come to mind though. For starters, given how everyone else experiments with Sony sensors and produces interesting results, Sony's own results leave a lot to be desired. Even if I could shoot RAW and load them in Luminar Neo and adjust them, it would be, 9 out of 10 times, a complete overkill. The headphone jack is great, but a smartphone has basically never had a terrific DAC and amp combo, which means you are not going to hook up your Sennheiser HD 650 in there. Be honest, you listened to music on bluetooth headphones with this phone, didn't you? So, what purpose did the headphone jack serve? This is a good play from Sony to reach out to those, who are somehow unhappy with the 'other products', but this strategy cannot make them a leading flagship, which is exactly what has happened. Last but not least, you mentioned Sony is not going for AI, but when it came to picture quality, you also mentioned things could be improved with 'software'. Is there some non-AI software baseline you are comparing it to?
I love my Sonny smartphone
This deserves to launch in India!
0:49 I love how we finally went back to a phone with a camera not a camera with a phoneXD
I'm using the sony 5 iv. Hoping to upgrade to either this or the 5 vi assuming that is announced in the next few months. I think i will like the slightly less tall aspect ratio as well.
I think photos taken by this phone is beautiful (as what i see using my tablet 😅).
I bought last year V beacuse of Zeiss lens and this elegant but simple design. The device could not even handle 5min video recording and while chargin it became so hot.
Do not lie I have it to and not even one problem with this
@@MARINAC277 Dont try to defend your trash device. I experienced it. I don't care if you believe me or not. It became burning hot and eventually shit itself down. Trash device.
@@Strollerist ok,of I am not objective do you know what is EISA?
For those who may be unlocking their phone in their pocket by accidentally touching the power/fingerprint button...their is a setting that can prevent this from happening. Go to Settings > Security and turn on "Press to unlock with fingerprint" - issue solved!
It's a great phone, camera is amazing.
Unfortunately not all variants allow for Esim, which is one of the reasons I bought it. The version I have does not support Esim, whereas reviews I've read mentioned it supports it
okay this sold me on the sd card alone
I would like to try this phone after years of using Galaxy S series phones, but it seems a bit pricey, and I am unsure whether I would like it or not.
i love tge no punch hole cam or island
Wow....thks for a great vid. Ur the only video tht utilised my phone's fully screen without need to zoom in. Thks
That's a nice touch, I was trying to adjust the zoom 😂
I really liked the thin design. I have small hands and only Sony's used to fit comfortably in my hand. I guess that's gone too.
How can I get this phone or buy actually am using Xperia xz3 now i want to change
i would love this phone if it wasn't so expensive
I still have 1 ii and it still works properly without any lag.
Costing is a major concern . The benefits of the technology shoild reach to all segments.and not just people who can afford to pay is that clear .
€1400 and only getting 3 years of updates is just horrid.
Only 900 euros in Asia
who told you samsuck fanboy 😂😂😂
Still better than phones without headphone jack
@brownwallet942 That's old now.
Nobody uses wired headphones anymore, and for several reasons, not just because most smartphone manufacturers removed the headphone jack.
@@janes1138Go and do some research before you post stupid comments, you Sony shill.