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2. A leader in various electonic products, Sony made its foray into the smartphone world in 2010. The Japanese company is known for making stylish and durable phones under the XPERIA series.
3. Sony has over 550 service centres spread over India covering major cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, and Bangalore. Toll Free Number: 180030002800
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The Sony Xperia Z2 boasts an enviable spec sheet, adds dollops of features and capabilities
May 08 2014 By Deepak DhingraThere’s no doubt that the Sony Xperia Z2 is a lot of phone, even for its high asking price. It’s got quite a few things going for it, including premium looks, waterproof capabilities, a gorgeous and vastly-improved display, useful software features, a compelling camera, speedy performance and good battery life. The blocky design may not be enticing for some, and we aren’t exactly in love with the way Sony’s stuff encroaches upon the Google Now functionality. We could be nitpicking here, but our biggest gripe with the Xperia Z2 is that while it is a jack of all trades, it doesn’t have any killer feature that blows our socks off. But then, we’re a hard bunch to please. When it comes to making a choice between the Sony Xperia Z2 and its closest rivals, the Samsung Galaxy S5 and the HTC One (M8), we’ll admit it’s a tough question to answer. Each shines in its own way, without being perfect. There’s really no perfect smartphone out there if you ask us, but profound statements aside, the choice really depends on the individual. We have yet to review HTC’s contender, so we’ll refrain from making judgements. However, we’ve seen enough of it to say that it’s the most drool-inducing smartphone we’ve ever had the chance to lay our eyes upon. It’s got some pretty sweet camera features too, thanks to its depth sensor. We still have to test it out properly to judge its features, shooting prowess, performance and battery life, so that’s all we’ll say for now. Between the S5 and the Z2, we don`t think they differ significantly when it comes to real-life performance, while the camera quality is quite close too, despite the Z2’s more powerful specs. While Sony’s offering is better in terms of a premium feel, the S5 seems to edge out because of its extra features, namely its fingerprint scanner and the heart rate sensor. The question you’ll need to ask yourselves is whether these features are important enough for you. The S5 also feels a tad more ergonomic in the hand, but then, its battery life doesn`t quite match up and it lacks the premium build sported by the Xperia Z2. Truth be told, Sony’s latest flagship is a capable, well-rounded device, and one that has enough to please most users. The bundling of a premium flip cover worth Rs 2,999 and company`s life-logging tracker, the SmartBand worth Rs 5,999 as an inaugural offer makes it even more compelling option.Price: Rs 49,990Rating: 8 10
Read Full ReviewI had been using this phone for the last couple of days and below are my comments. These are not very detailed but just thought would post which may help your decision making process.nnPros:nScreeen - IPS makes it stunning than many of the other flagship models as well Z1. nProcessor - Ultra Fast due to 801 Chipsets. Never hangs or heats up. nRam - 3 GB ram which makes the device super fast. nWeight - Extremely well built and you really feel this phone lighter even in pockets. nBattery - 3 Days in Stamina Mode (very useful) and 1.5 days on normal usage with 3G, Listening to songs and other regular activities. No problems faced. Very impressed. nLED Indicator - Well placed and very useful. nSound Quality - Amazing with and without headphones both for calls and audio. nWireless connectivity - Awesome. nnCon'snNothing much. nSome may feel the phone to be little larger, this definitely smaller than a Note 3. nnSmartbandnVery useful accesory that can track every moment of your life. nGetting used to it only now. nTracks how much walk, speak, listen to music, sleep, burn calories etc etc.. very useful if worn 24/7. nnThis phone is definitely worth the investment against the other flagship models that are currently available and this includes S5 and HTC M8 (One 2)
And here comes the REAL thingnnXperia has defined what Xperia-nce is all about in android. This has been much awaited and sony did not disappoint at all.nnWe all know about the snapdragon, the screen, cam and other great features of the phone but what makes it a winner isnnConstant innovation in the design unlike plastic band aid design that looks like 5 thousand rupee phones. You really feel proud to carry this around. It looks premium and has a strong accessorial quotient. nn3gb of RAMnnNo bloatware stuffed UI that some korean companies are trying to sell as path breaking innovation. The Sony UI is simplistic and oriented with respect to convenience and fast operation.nnIt is really waterproof and not just spill proof unlike a plastic phonennMusic and movies, i mean especially the sound is a SONY thing. You need to experience itnnImage stabilization nnLot of available RAM coz UI is not an overkill with bloatwarennNo cheating in internal memory. You get almost 16 gbnnnIt is said that making a brand is about making great things and a little talking. However some leading companies are doing the opposite and thinking they will survive forever. No, they have already started to go down and hard work and a will to make something good, will only survive and this is what Sony has done with Z2. nnZ2 is not a phone, its a story of triumph. It is a story that describes how to win a market that was flooded with cheap plastic phones being sold at unreasonable prices with people going mad over them. nnFrom having almost no market to having a significant market share and respectable position; this is what Sony has done in the last 2 years in India.nnMarketing without substance does not last forever. Don't think that Indians can be fooled again and again with nonsense plastic phones. One needs to respect their customer and give them the best they can make. They should learn from Sony. nnI still feel the price is a bit more.. but looking at the popular competitors, a premium and genuine device priced little higher makes sense.
RAM | 3 GB |
Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974AB |
Rear Camera | 20.7 MP |
Front Camera | 2.2 MP |
Battery | 3200 mAh |
Display | 5.2 inches (13.21 cm) |
Launch Date | April 15, 2014 (Official) |
Operating System | Android v4.4.2 (Kitkat) |
Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974AB |
CPU | Quad core, 2.3 GHz, Krait 400 |
Graphics | Adreno 330 |
RAM |
3 GB
Excellent
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Display Type | IPS LCD |
Screen Size | 5.2 inches (13.21 cm) |
Resolution | 1080x1920 px (FULL HD) |
Pixel Density |
424 ppi
Best in Class
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Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 69.11 % |
Screen Protection | Yes |
Touch Screen | Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
Height | 146.8 mm Compare Size |
Width | 73.3 mm |
Thickness |
8.2 mm
Very Good
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Weight |
163 grams
Good
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Colours | Black, Purple, White |
Waterproof | Yes, Water resistant (up to 30 minutes in a depth of 1.5 meter), IP58 |
Ruggedness | Dust proof |
Main Camera | ||
Camera Setup | Single | |
Resolution |
20.7 MP f/2.0, Primary Camera |
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Sensor | Exmor-RS CMOS Sensor | |
Autofocus | Yes | |
OIS | No | |
Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |
Image Resolution | 5248 x 3936 Pixels | |
Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |
Shooting Modes |
Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) Burst mode |
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Camera Features |
8 x Digital Zoom Auto Flash Digital image stabilization Face detection Touch to focus |
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Video Recording |
3840x2160 @ 30 fps 1920x1080 @ 30 fps 1280x720 @ 120 fps |
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Video Recording Features | Video HDR | |
Front Camera | ||
Camera Setup | Single | |
Resolution |
2.2 MP, Primary Camera |
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Flash | No | |
Video Recording | 1920x1080 @ 30 fps |
Capacity | 3200 mAh |
Type | Li-ion |
Removable | No |
TalkTime | Up to 19 Hours(3G) / Up to 15 Hours(2G) |
Standby time | Up to 740 Hours(3G) / Up to 690 Hours(2G) |
USB Type-C | No |
Internal Memory |
16 GB
Very Good
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Expandable Memory | Yes, Up to 128 GB |
USB OTG | Yes |
SIM Slot(s) | Single SIM, GSM |
SIM Size | SIM1: Micro |
Network Support | 5G Not Supported in India, 3G, 2G |
SIM 1 |
3G Bands: UMTS 1700 / 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz 2G Bands: GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz 3G Speed: HSDPA 42 Mbit/s ↓, HSUPA 5.8 Mbit/s ↑ GPRS: 107 kbps EDGE: 296 kbps
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SAR Value | Head: 1.34 W/kg, Body: 0.82 W/kg |
Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) |
Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi Direct, Mobile Hotspot |
Bluetooth | Yes, v4.0 |
GPS | Yes with A-GPS |
NFC | Yes |
USB Connectivity | USB 2.0, Mass storage device, USB charging, USB Host, microUSB 2.0 |
HDMI | Yes |
Mobile High-Definition Link(MHL) | Yes |
FM Radio | Yes, RDS, Stereo FM |
Stereo Speakers | Yes |
Loudspeaker | Yes |
Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Fingerprint Sensor | No |
Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Barometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
Applications | Xperia Care, Xperia Business and Xperia Transfer |
Higher pixel density:
432 ppi vs 424 ppi
Lesser thickness:
8.1 mm vs 8.2 mm
Lesser weight:
145 grams vs 163 grams
Higher pixel density:
441 ppi vs 424 ppi
Lesser thickness:
7.9 mm vs 8.2 mm
Lesser weight:
146 grams vs 163 grams
Larger screen:
5.70 inches (14.48 cm) vs 5.20 inches (13.21 cm)
More internal memory:
32 GB vs 16 GB
Slower processor:
Quad core 1.9 GHz vs Quad core 2.3 GHz
Faster processor:
Quad core 2.5 GHz vs Quad core 2.3 GHz
Lesser thickness:
7.3 mm vs 8.2 mm
Lesser weight:
152 grams vs 163 grams
Higher pixel density:
441 ppi vs 424 ppi
Smaller screen :
5.00 inches (12.7 cm) vs 5.20 inches (13.21 cm)
Slower processor:
Quad core 2.2 GHz vs Quad core 2.3 GHz
Faster processor:
Quad core 2.5 GHz vs Quad core 2.3 GHz
Higher pixel density:
441 ppi vs 424 ppi
Higher secondary camera resolution:
5 MP vs 2.2 MP
Rs 31,350