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September 2013
(84%)
624 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(78%)
249 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Solid construction
Waterproof
Dustproof
High quality camera in the right circumstances
Mostly untouched Android
Exclusive bonuses for Xperia owners
The ''Triluminos'' display is excellent. Image quality is top notch with sharp detail and consistent exposure and colour. The high resolution permits a modest digital zoom
Waterproof and dust-resistant
Camera works well in low light
Smooth software & good performance
Good battery life
Some clever Sony additions
The most powerful mobile device I've ever tested
Fully waterproof
Sleek
Glass and aluminium design
Razor-sharp
Bright screen
Solid build quality
Supports Cat4 LTE
Excellent sound quality
Highly water resistant
Small apps can be made from widgets
The editors didn't like
Camera hit and miss
And software surprisingly a bit simple
Device is big and chunky with large bezels
Buttons could be better placed
Glass back adds weight to the device
The phone body is angular and we do not find it comfortable to hold. The placement of the lens is right where the left index finger hangs over the edge. We took a lot of finger pictures
Screen has poor viewing angles
Questionable ergonomics
Back glass scratches too easily
Loads of Sony bloatware
Disappointing indoor photos
Erratic screen technology
Disappointing battery life
Wide bezel results in chunky body
Camera can be hit and miss in auto mode
Pricey
Battery only lasts a day
20 megapixel camera defaults to 8 megapixels
And doesn't offer much functionality when you're shooting at 20
Published: 2013-09-05, Author: Stuart , review by: pocket-lint.com
Abstract: The Sony Xperia Z1 , the latest flagship Android smartphone from Sony Mobile, has just been announced at IFA 2013. As you might expect, Pocket-lint spent an afternoon with the new handset ahead of the official launch, to see just how much has changed from...
Dedicated camera button for underwater shooting, Curvy. more comfortable design, Speedy, overall performance
Disappointing low-light camera performance, Average viewing angles, Flimsy latches protecting ports and connections
The Sony Xperia Z1 is powerful smartphone with an improved camera and elegant design to make it one of the best 5-inch smartphones to currently buy.Next, read our round-up of the best Android phones to buy....
The Xperia Z1 is another all-round great phone from Sony, just like the Xperia Z it replaced and the Xperia Z2 which has just taken over at the top of the pile.It has a superb display at times, a large battery that easily sails through a day of hardcore u...
Abstract: The Sony Xperia Z1 is the latest smartphone to come out of Sony mobile. Announced at the IFA technology show in Berlin, it boasts all the staples of a proper top-of-the-line handset, including a full HD 1080p display and one of the most powerful processor...
Abstract: Sony fans all over the world are getting excited this week regarding a little event in Berlin tomorrow night called IFA. Long story short, it's been an annual event for about 90 years now where technology manufacturers show off their latest and greatest g...
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Published: 2013-09-02, Author: Sam , review by: stuff.tv
One of the quickest Android phones on the planet, Good battery life, Waterproofing
Narrow viewing angles, Camera could be better, Still not especially ergonomic
Abstract: We spent some hands-on time with the handset to bring you this first-look video review.To read our in-depth first impressions, click here.RELATED: HANDS ON REVIEW: Sony Xperia Z1...
Abstract: Under the hood their are ample improvements too, with the Z1 sporting the speedy 2.2GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor and 2GB RAM. Running Android 4.2.2 (though an upgrade to 4.3 “KitKat” will be delivered as soon as possible), the handset z...
Published: 2013-10-31, Author: Ross , review by: pcworld.co.nz
Waterproof and dust-resistant, Camera works well in low light, Smooth software & good performance
Screen has poor viewing angles, Questionable ergonomics, Back glass scratches too easily
The Sony Xperia Z1 boasts an attractive, glass-back design, a fully waterproof body and an impressive 20-megapixel camera. It's let down by poor ergonomics and a display with mediocre viewing angles, but remains a worthy choice overall...
