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Sony Xperia 1 Announced: 21:9 4K HDR OLED screen, triple camera setup
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The thing that really feels worrisome about the battery is it's ability to record and view 21:9 content. When the primary marketing element of it is the 21:9 you'd think they would put a sizeable battery to support that feature well, as its a battery drainer for sure
Yeah, it's baffling for sure. As is the no 3.5mm when the 10 still has it. Flagship gets less features in some ways.
Saaaame. I've been researching Bluetooth headphones during my off time today
I bought the XZ2 Compact and I still miss the jack, even though I have BT earbuds whiuch are phenomenal.
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Personally I don't think I'd mind it much. Admittedly I don't use the 3.5mm jack on my XZ Premium often but if I did I'd just be sure to stick the dongle on my headphone wire so they'd be good to go whenever. Or worst case I'd stick the dongle in my wallet so it's always with me. I know more choices are always better, but I also do think some people out there (in general, not referring to you) do make a bigger deal out of it than necessary.
As of this moment there is no compact variant, but the rumor mills are hinting at a compact model later in the year, but it MIGHT just be for Japan. Lots of uncertainty there since some of the rumors are coming from new sources so we'll have to wait and see.
Sony have historically been pretty good at maximizing battery life so I will definitely give them the benefit of the doubt. If I had to take a guess I'd imagine it'll be in the same ballpark as the Galaxy S10 for battery life, so good enough but not mindblowing.
They did just add remote play to iOS devices today so I have to imagine Android devices in general can't be far away. I imagine iOS was just easier to implement due to the limited number of devices to have to program for compared to the multitude of devices on Android.
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Xperia 1 hits pre-order in UK for £849; available late-May
http://www.xperiablog.net/2019/03/07/xperia-1-hits-pre-order-in-uk-for-849-available-late-may/
Based on the info provided around MWC I'm guessing other countries will be getting the phone on or around this time as well.
http://www.xperiablog.net/2019/03/07/xperia-1-hits-pre-order-in-uk-for-849-available-late-may/
Based on the info provided around MWC I'm guessing other countries will be getting the phone on or around this time as well.
Phones are getting expensive! That's equivalent to $1100 USD! I hope I can get some good cash from selling my XZ3.
I am not planning to import this year. The colors I need will be sold in the US, don't care much about Dual SIM capability either...I say 2nd week of June in the US market
I am not planning to import this year. The colors I need will be sold in the US, don't care much about Dual SIM capability either...I say 2nd week of June in the US market
Is the NA versions likely to release around the same time as UK? I'm not sure how it typically works for phone releases. I went ahead and switched providers today to save about 80 bucks over the next 2+ months which I'll put towards the Xperia 1's upfront cost whenever it comes out.
They usually around 1-2 weeks apart. Hopefully it's compatible with Verizon Network as well
Up for pre-order on Amazon US. No release date except for Dec Placeholder date.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07PHQ7FBP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_MPDICbEKZN3C0
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07PHQ7FBP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_MPDICbEKZN3C0
I like the case more than the phone.
The phone is OK. I guess if you're particular about screen ratio for movies on the phone, it's a good deal.
The phone is OK. I guess if you're particular about screen ratio for movies on the phone, it's a good deal.
I'm more interested in having the 21:9 ratio+HDR for video/film making purposes. It's going to be more of a pain in the ass to frame and shoot, but the results will hopefuly pay off when viewing on an ultrawide monitor.
The other thing is, I really enjoy multi-app use on my android. Being able to maintain a Whatsapp convo while watching Youtube or browsing while having Youtube open is so clutch. Getting that extra real estate will be useful for me.
Official style cover touch cases are available for pre-order through mobilefun
Xperia 1 Style Cover Touch Case (Black)
Xperia 1 Style Cover Touch Case (Purple)
Xperia 1 Style Cover Touch Case (Grey)
Xperia 1 Style Cover Touch Case (White)
Xperia 1 Style Cover Touch Case (Black)
Xperia 1 Style Cover Touch Case (Purple)
Xperia 1 Style Cover Touch Case (Grey)
Xperia 1 Style Cover Touch Case (White)
I'm interested in hearing about battery life impressions in real world use.
Though even if they are great, I'm hoping for a Compact coming down the line again.
Though even if they are great, I'm hoping for a Compact coming down the line again.
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While we're waiting for reviews on the Xperia 1 we can take a peak at reviews for the Xperia 10 Plus:
https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_10_plus-review-1906.php
Not too shabby for an upper mid-range phone. I do like what I'm seeing on the post processing in the camera pics. The low light pics are garbage, but for normal lighting conditions the amount of noise is quite good while maintaining detail. I used their comparison tool to compare the Xperia 10, the Xperia XZ3 and the Galaxy S10+ and in terms of noise in the image the Xperia 10 was closer to the S10+ than the XZ3, but didn't have the same annoying smoothness to objects that the S10+ has, which was good. It makes me very hopeful for the Xperia 1 as it'll have superior cameras and I don't think the 10 even uses the new post-processing method that the 1 will be using.
https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_10_plus-review-1906.php
Not too shabby for an upper mid-range phone. I do like what I'm seeing on the post processing in the camera pics. The low light pics are garbage, but for normal lighting conditions the amount of noise is quite good while maintaining detail. I used their comparison tool to compare the Xperia 10, the Xperia XZ3 and the Galaxy S10+ and in terms of noise in the image the Xperia 10 was closer to the S10+ than the XZ3, but didn't have the same annoying smoothness to objects that the S10+ has, which was good. It makes me very hopeful for the Xperia 1 as it'll have superior cameras and I don't think the 10 even uses the new post-processing method that the 1 will be using.
Glad to see Sony putting some respeck back on the Xperia name
Get that mid-tier garbo outta here
Get that mid-tier garbo outta here
I'm curious how this resolution would look on a VR headset that could hold the phone? Would there still be a noticeable screen door effect?
Oh no, that's not in my budget for April. Guess I'll bite the bullet and go for it anyways haha
Xperia's typically go on sale at 10-20% off msrp 8 weeks after release if you can wait.
I'll have to see, if my carrier has a good pre-order deal it might make more sense to get it at launch regardless
