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[Xperia Z1 General] smartjain:
Just brought it today replacing my G2 (which had problems) since last week.

I request everyone to please suggest the best case and best memory card (32gb) for this phone. please.
[Xperia Z1 General] shubh_007:
Buy a sandisk class 10 card. :thumbup:
[Xperia Z1 General] smartjain:
and what about the case? also any link to Class 10 sandisk card?
[Xperia Z1 General] DeathlessOne:
This is the case I've been using. It's quality is top notch :)

http://www.ebay.in/itm/Nillkin-Supe..._DefaultDomain_203&hash=item20d8a9a185&_uhb=1

And for the card:

http://www.flipkart.com/sandisk-mem...JZPN&ref=067c2b3f-14e1-4551-898b-a664b36bca0b

http://www.ebay.in/itm/Sandisk-32GB...HDD&hash=item25861ebf16&_uhb=1#ht_5383wt_1397
[Xperia Z1 General] smartjain:
Thanks just brought them both on Ebay with the coupon.
[Xperia Z1 General] amey2606:
Can you please share the coupon code.

Want to buy the case too. :D
[Xperia Z1 General] smartjain:
I request you to check this link for all the codes :)

http://couponsindia.org/ebay-india-coupon-codes-december-2013/
[Xperia Z1 General] $LIm:
Hangouts

Off Topic:Hi guys

I just updated my hangouts and selected the sms option. But whenever i send an sms through hangouts, the msgs are getting charged. Hangouts sms is free right? Or am i doing something wrong?

Service provider: idea (prepaid)

Circle : Karnataka
[Xperia Z1 General] Mandeep148:
What is latest Indian price of Xperia z1?
[Xperia Z1 General] crk1995:
No it doesnt mean you can send free texts. It just combines hangouts and sms service together. Nothing else. If you msg someone who himself is on hangouts, then its not charged.

Note: you can send that person charged sms as well.
[Xperia Z1 General] $LIm:
I had thought it works like iMessage which sends free sms to other IMessage users.
[Xperia Z1 General] brapicoco:
No it does not, have tried it several times and it renders my z1 totally useless.. touch issue is really annoying.
[Xperia Z1 General] DeathlessOne:
Wait a minute. We'll take more steps before jumping to a conclusion. Try a restore using Flashtool. Try to make it a full wipe if possible.
[Xperia Z1 General] brapicoco:
Will it really work? I haven't rooted my phone yet. By using flashtool will it void my warranty?

I have tried updating through Sony Update Service since it really wipes up the data then did a factory reset just to be sure.

After doing that, issue is still there.. :(
[Xperia Z1 General] DeathlessOne:
No need to root for using FT. Also it doesn't void your warranty either. All you need is FT and the firmware of your customization. If repair from PCC didn't work, then it may be a faulty touch panel. So you better take them to ASC asap. Demand a replacement :)
[Xperia Z1 General] brapicoco:
bought my phone online so no Sony warranty and I think it can be a software issue only since xperia tipo and others have the same issue and that was fixed by a third party app.. Screen was calibrated and according to them the issue was gone.

What I think is that if it's a faulty panel then it would not register any of my touch. I dont want also to send my phone for repair since here in our country repairs are bad and most of the time when the phone arrives parts are missing and phone gets worse.

I have posted in this thread to check if any other people here have the issue since the Indian thread is very active and I find you people very kind and assisting regarding other peoples queries/ questions
[Xperia Z1 General] DeathlessOne:
Online in the sense it does have Manufacturer Warranty right? But Xperia Tipo issue was reported by tons of people and I have faced it myself in my friend's device, but whereas Z1's touch issue is not widespread I guess so I hope there won't be many to assist you. If you could provide us a video, then it would be good as well :)

So then proceed to the final stage, i.e., flash using flashtool. Don't send for repairs, can't you ask for a replacement there because we get a new device here in India.
[Xperia Z1 General] brapicoco:
Many videos are in youtube alread, you can type there xperia z1 touch screen problem. The issue there is really similar with me. Yes, I have manufacturer warranty but then again, I'm really scared and I don't want my z1 to get wrecked.

What's the difference between using flashtool and SUS? in flashtool you just flash the firmware in the same manner as SUS. Does it really have a bearing on what will happen with my device?
[Xperia Z1 General] DeathlessOne:
I'll check it out. Then you can ask for a new device and NOT your repaired one. It's your right or will you be waiting for a dev to create a calibration app if it's the case? You paid a premium, you demand a premium device.

Nothing much, you can flash firmwares of any customization's in FT but SUS downloads and flashes just the firmware tailored to the device's region. Unless you flash a different customization, none can ever find out whether it was flashed by SUS or by FT. All you need is a firmware of your customization
[Xperia Z1 General] brapicoco:
Their policy is that there will be no replacement. Only repair and parts will be charged if needs replacement and that really is bad. I've tried getting a new handset from them but they still insist on the policy of 3 days replacement only and it really is bad :(

Only hope is that an enlightened dev will come to develop a screen calibrator for this issue. Or wait if there will be a miracle in the next update.
[Xperia Z1 General] shubh_007:
Go abuse them. Make them realize you are not taking any **** from them. If there are other customers do negative publicity. Create a scene over there. Embarrass them. Howl at them. Tell them you or someone you know is a lawyer and you'll approach the consumer court. They might agree for some settlement. And even if a replacement is not possible you shouldn't be charged for repairs and replacing parts since your phone is within warranty period and touch screen not working is a manufacturing defect. You deserve what you have paid for.
[Xperia Z1 General] DeathlessOne:
Yes as shubh mentioned, you shouldn't be settling for an update. Go there and break hell loose. What do they think about us consumers? Are we ****? It's time since we bashed at them. You might have figured it by now that it's a hardware defect from the reply by Vaith.
[Xperia Z1 General] brapicoco:
as much as I would like to do that, However, it wont do me any good since it's really different here in PH. Best thing is to wait again for an update and never buy again from an online store.

This is the first time that I got a faulty unit from an online store and I always buy online so this really suck.. I think it's goodbye Sony or just wait for the z1s since Z1 is really large. Maybe z1s will also be cheaper
[Xperia Z1 General] BreakShadow:
Z1S 37k

And don't get your panties in a bunch about the display, guys. The White Balance app is coming. :)
[Xperia Z1 General] Ame123:
How did you know that?
[Xperia Z1 General] BreakShadow:
source:

http://talk.sonymobile.com/t5/Xperi...Hue-Tint/td-p/391521/page/7?sl=y&sso_no_log=y
[Xperia Z1 General] DeathlessOne:
This is one of the best posts I've come across lately :) Thanx
[Xperia Z1 General] brapicoco:
How come that the yellow hue issue is being addressed while the touchscreen issue is not? WTH?!
[Xperia Z1 General] DeathlessOne:
Ha ha :) Worry not. Take the issue to Sony in their respective forums. You might get something good.
[Xperia Z1 General] brapicoco:
I've done that and been very active, go check it out and the thread is really ignored by those Sony representatives. It really gets on my nerves!
[Xperia Z1 General] DeathlessOne:
The final solution you might have is that taking it to service for a repair. Warn them before handing over the device to them. If something breaks or if you find that they've damaged your device, tell them that you won't accept it. It's the only way to go for you.
[Xperia Z1 General] ianford10:
Think the purple is a bit girly looking and if you have white Z then hold off a few days and get the black, looks great ;)
[Xperia Z1 General] shubh_007:
Doesn't the black one show finger prints on the back of the device? White phones are generally better only because of this reason. Finger prints are not visible.
[Xperia Z1 General] japjit100:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awgHv1B0tts&feature=youtube_gdata_player

see this video you got your answer about z1 screen after seeing this video i m very confused now i m thinking to take s4 or note 3

i see the z1 screen have yellow tint in video

in video z1 have faulty screen ?

Now I first see the demo then I decide
[Xperia Z1 General] DooMLoRD:
its probably the White Balance... you can adjust it to your requirements...

i will test it out when i get the Z1 tomorrow (Sunday)!
[Xperia Z1 General] japjit100:
how can i adjust white balance?

i think its hardware problem
[Xperia Z1 General] kannanX10:
Yes that z1 screen is not even as good as z...dont panic if u r planning to buy z1 go to a sony/xperia store compare ur z1 with available z and z1 demo devices by entering into the service menu and compare the display on all the devices simultaneously dont take it if its defective....and do check for stuck pixels in the display /any black spots on camera in full resolution
[Xperia Z1 General] DooMLoRD:
Sony use different screens for retail & demo units... Check out this on a retail unit...
[Xperia Z1 General] amey2606:
Can anybody who got their Z1 please post some pics of the included Leather Case and the Battery Pack..?

And also how is the quality of the case..? Is it worth the rs.2900 as they say..?

And where would you guys advise to buy from, a local shop or Sony Centre..?
[Xperia Z1 General] amankapoor4:
It's a sad ass move by sony, many people will reject the phone just because the demo piece looks like ****. Can't blame them.

I am sure it won't be, i never cared to use the one they gave with Z
[Xperia Z1 General] Dpk1:
Screen on my Z1 is far better than on my previous XZ (jdc display)! I compared it hands on at two different stores before buying the Z1. The screen is stunning head on, but be warned that if good viewing angles are your prior concern (which are almost the same or slightly improved than XZ), then look somewhere else. Z ultra screen appears to be the same as on Z1 but with better viewing angles also a bit dimmer than Z1. As far as the whites go, mine has no yellow tint (not at bottom or anywhere else). Black levels n contrast seem better than XZ (same as or even better than Z ultra). No stuck/dead pixels. Only area where this screen could be criticized is the off axis viewing, which is least of my concerns!

[MENTION=4578931]japjit100[/MENTION] - yeah, it would be wise to see the screen yourself and then decide. If you like it then don't think n get it! Else go for the note 3, I would personally get it over S4/N3 any day!
[Xperia Z1 General] japjit100:
I just going see demo if like I take z

1
[Xperia Z1 General] ambition8753:
Can anyone post some pics? the ones captured in superior mode vs the manual mode?

I read in reviews that superior mode restricts the resolution to 8 MP ..resulting in average shots.. How good are the shots in manual mode at full 20.7 megapixel? especially in low light without flash??

The only reason I may go in for Xperia Z1 is its camera.
[Xperia Z1 General] Dpk1:
The accessories with Z1 are good quality. This time sony gives free leather flip case which is far better than the fake leather look case given with XZ. And about the price I don't know, maybe bit overpriced @ 3k (but definitely worth 2k imo). I've attached a few pics below. I suggest you buy from sony stores as they offer to replace a faulty unit (if any) directly.

Edit - unable to upload pics right now. Here are the google drive links:

https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B7n-BgxJio5veVh6UDFnWnd4dFU/edit?usp=sharing

https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B7n-BgxJio5vZGNOeUpBSjNhTDA/edit?usp=sharing

https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B7n-BgxJio5vcDFoSFpfMVBwMDA/edit?usp=sharing

https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B7n-BgxJio5vY01WN2JSNzBQZHM/edit?usp=sharing
[Xperia Z1 General] DooMLoRD:
Screw it. I am getting the white one at 42k
[Xperia Z1 General] Ame123:
how do you get the money...first u bought the z and now the z1..truly lucky u r..i bought the z and want to buy the z1 but its not possible for me to buy :( :( the only chnce i would have bought it only if my z sells for a good price but thats not possible at all :( :'(
[Xperia Z1 General] DooMLoRD:
Got my Z1 !
[Xperia Z1 General] shubh_007:
Let the development begin. :p :D

Congrats. :)
[Xperia Z1 General] randomuseresato:
Congrats DoomLord ! How do you find the screen? Especially viewing angles ?
[Xperia Z1 General] thunderising:
He can buy 5 of these every month (or perhaps more).

Anyways. Congrats DooMLorD! I'm getting my Z1 on Thursday for 40,400. White
[Xperia Z1 General] amey2606:
Thanks a lot bro.

And what was the final price you paid at the end for everything..?

Thanks again.

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Congrats man.

Some basic review please doomlord. ;)

Mainly the

1.screen

2.loudspeaker

3.camera

4.audio quality

Thanks.
[Xperia Z1 General] brapicoco:
Well it's gonna be fine for them if I dont accept the device and that means I'll just leave it there. Really sucks here in my country and you cannot trust any people who will repair your phone..
[Xperia Z1 General] DeathlessOne:
No mate, you shouldn't be leaving it there. It's like you can demand a new device or refund. Just visit them first and let us know what they told you.
[Xperia Z1 General] brapicoco:
Done that. However, they are insisting that they will take it to the service center since I only have the manufacturer warranty not Sony Warranty. Parts will be paid and service will only be the one that is free.

Then again, I dont want to send it for repair since I'm afraid that they might just wreck it and charge me for the parts that they have damaged and stole.

Customer service is really effed up here in my country and it's a big shame. I wish I could have service much like in India in which they can be reliable and will be able to replace the unit.
[Xperia Z1 General] DeathlessOne:
Sony is manufacturer. So I guess your's is seller warranty. Where did you buy it from? Could you provide me a link if possible so that I could verify the nature of warranty provided. Don't worry, we'll figure a way out.
[Xperia Z1 General] Peaceful Droid:
Hey Guys, Finally i booked white Z1 from flipkart @39k with 10% cash back offer. Hope i get issue free handset from flipkart (WS Retail):fingers-crossed:

Thanks to all of you guys shared their experiences here, it will help me to come out from minor issues of the phone.:o
[Xperia Z1 General] shubh_007:
With so many issues, I guess you should learn how to repair your own phones. :(
[Xperia Z1 General] brapicoco:
You're right. However, Sony needs to sell quality phones due to the steep pricing and all I got is some ****ty unit.
[Xperia Z1 General] ravishah922:
Got a new Vodafone sim... Can nebdy confirm if ill get the 8gb/1 mnth 3g offer on my new sim???
[Xperia Z1 General] DeathlessOne:
VDF claims that the offer is over, but still many are getting it activated. So you'd have to report it :)
[Xperia Z1 General] 301stSpartan:
If you're asking will it start over with a new offer, then no. Only works once per phone. Think about it for a minute... if you get a new offer with a new SIM, what's to stop you from just putting all your friends' SIM's in your phone so they all get the offer?

If you're asking if the balance of your old offer will be moved over from the old SIM to the new, then maybe, but I'd still guess no. Try calling Vodafone and asking.
[Xperia Z1 General] brapicoco:
Solution to touch problem

I think I might have some lead to solve the touch problem in z1. One kind user instructed me to flash the .259 kernel. According to him his problem was solved after flashing that.
[Xperia Z1 General] kaifkhan97:
Exactly I Did the same thing.I put all my friends sim and the offer activated in all of the sim-card

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I'm getting refund from sony in few days.As I constantly keep on emailing and calling customer care several time,my demand for refund has been approved.I will be getting refund in few days:)
[Xperia Z1 General] Dpk1:
Good build quality!

Guys, I must say that the Z1 is one of the best build smartphones out there! I've been using it without case (just the screen protectors) for past 3 weeks and not a single scratch or scuff or anything. Been using it regularly carrying it mostly in my jeans pocket & it even survived an accidental 3 feet fall over a carpet. It beats my previous XZ in this regard, which wasn't bad either. This one has exceeded in my expectations in most aspects especially the build & design :D!

P.S - No touchscreen issues here.
[Xperia Z1 General] BreakShadow:
Someone suggest me a good case? Anything other than flip covers.
[Xperia Z1 General] brapicoco:
Try nillkin hard case or capdace something like that, both are good cases and not flipcovers
[Xperia Z1 General] One Twelve:
Where in India can you get these ? links ?

capdase

only does a flip for Z1 btw.

Oh! you're in the Pillipines, Nilkin is availabe locally for you then. They have good accessories.
[Xperia Z1 General] DeathlessOne:
Nillkin is available here too. I am using it for my Z1. Extremely good and stylish btw :)

Here you go: http://www.ebay.in/itm/Nillkin-Supe..._DefaultDomain_203&hash=item20d8a9a185&_uhb=1
[Xperia Z1 General] One Twelve:
Thx, what about a tempered glass screen protector ?

Found

one
[Xperia Z1 General] warfareonly:
Pricy, but good.
[Xperia Z1 General] smartjain:
I brought it last week and very happy with the case. I can recommend it.
[Xperia Z1 General] DeathlessOne:
Er, I haven't used tempered ones at all. All I use is from Gadgetshieldz :)

Link: http://www.gadgetshieldz.in/sony-xperia-z1-screen-protectors-skins-covers-cases.html

Use code 'adw20' to receive flat 20% off on anything you buy over there.
[Xperia Z1 General] warfareonly:
Gadgetshieldz is good for front and back, but thickness under 7mm causes the side protectors to be weak and not stick properly :'(

Tempered glass is pricy but good. Although buy from a reputed brand.
[Xperia Z1 General] DeathlessOne:
Yep, I never stick those side ones. They're tricky and certainly tend to peel off when using hard cases :)

What's the diff between a normanl one like gadgetshieldz and tempered ones?

Or put simply what is a tempered protector actually? Does they offer protection on both sides? (How about the nillkin one posted above, does it cover either sides?)
[Xperia Z1 General] amey2606:
The protector is actually made up of glass.

So it just feels like no guard has been applied. And its costly too.

It also cracks if pressure is applied, as its a thin glass film.

Guys, Anybody here updated their asphalt 7 app, coz v 1.0.5 was shipped on the z1,and the latest is 1.1.1.

Cant update it through the play store.
[Xperia Z1 General] DeathlessOne:
What??!!! A glass?!!!! I've never heard of it. To protect a glass we use another glass lol :)

Apps not downloaded from play store can never be updated through it. At-least it holds true for paid apps. Try updating the app manually.
[Xperia Z1 General] amey2606:
Yup, its a glass.

Thats what it does, it regains the original feel of the screen even though its a protector.

Tried installing it manually, but the app doesn't get updated.

A new one is installed.
[Xperia Z1 General] Ame123:
Its way better than our crappy screen protectors..some are made up of gorilla glass too which provides smooth touch experience which we never get bcoz of the pathetic shatter proof sheet
[Xperia Z1 General] DeathlessOne:
Wow, sounds great. I wanna buy one :) Is the process a tedious one? Also, are there any that covers both front and back?
[Xperia Z1 General] Ame123:
http://theglass-m.com/products/glass-m-premium-tempered-glass-screen-protector-for-sony-xperia-z1
[Xperia Z1 General] DeathlessOne:
Err, mate anything from eBay? It would be better if it was in rupees. BTW, does the one you suggested covers both sides? If not please do suggest me one that covers both. I can also buy protectors for each side separately if they don't come together because the back is equally as important as the front :) Thanx anyways!
[Xperia Z1 General] Ame123:
Actually i have also not bought any of them as its very difficult to find here in india and also they are expensive..and i dont think that theres one for the backside
[Xperia Z1 General] Peaceful Droid:
Hello everyone. Yesterday i got my Z1 from flipkart. I updated to .257 still not pure white when it comes to white backgrounds, but im ok with it. my issue is that, i cant change lock screen wallpaper. Only change of theme can change it. I cleared data & cache of lockscreen but no use. Any one overcame this issue can help me.

Thanks in advance...;)

And ya overall phone is superb.:o
[Xperia Z1 General] DeathlessOne:
Wait for the next update to see if it does fix white issues. What type of lock screen security have you enabled now?
[Xperia Z1 General] Peaceful Droid:
it is on swipe.

Additionally, i can change from xperia wallpapers, but not from album option. If i select album, it opens app n when i select any pic, nothing happens. it returns to album app only.
[Xperia Z1 General] jagdesh:
Under settings there should be a sub option called personalization inside that you should have lock screen option which when clicked will enable you to set the lock screen wallpaper.

If this does not appear under personalization then maybe something has gone wrong during the rom update.

Are you using any mods or any third party launchers.. If not then use xperia tool to repair your phone and which will reflash the whole rom using your computer maybe that will fix it.
[Xperia Z1 General] DeathlessOne:
Strange, we have a speculation that either the album is misbehaving or the wallpaper changing service is misbehaving. Try clearing the cache and data of albums app, try again.
[Xperia Z1 General] ashis.kyal:
This hard case is really weired...!
[Xperia Z1 General] Mandeep148:
What is Indian latest price of z1 now?
[Xperia Z1 General] ashis.kyal:
Around 37-38k in the market
[Xperia Z1 General] Peaceful Droid:
Yes i was changing it from personalization cuz that is the only way i know to change lockscreen wallpaper. If there is another way pls let me kno.

Thanks for the replies guys. It has been solved with factory reset. I was on pure stock rom no mods & launchers.
[Xperia Z1 General] Chirag22ster:
Yellow tint issue

Hi All. Finally bought the Xperia Z1 yesterday. Batch BH900. And it definitely has the yellow hue issue. Having said that the viewing angles and the screen appears really good. All the videos reproduce white colour really well. I realy dont know if its just a calibration issue or hardware problem. Sony service in India is really bad and its seems that they are not giving replacements as they havent accepted the problem. Kind help me. Will this be sorted out in the next firmware update?
[Xperia Z1 General] Peaceful Droid:
My friend have uninstalled gameloft app from my phone thinking that its a one of the useless app sony gives with phone. Now when i go to file manager, it shows folder of gameloft and in tht there is a game (asphalt 7hd). so now from where can i install gameloft app and games? tried in play store.
[Xperia Z1 General] DeathlessOne:
There are two apps in your device.

1. It's the Gameloft app that you un-installed (It's a store from where you can download/purchase games)

2. The Asphalt 7 game itself. So regardless of whether you remove the gameloft app or not, the apshalt app will be there for you to play Asphalt 7 unless you have removed the Asphalt app.

So basically Gameloft app is a store and it has nothing to do with Asphalt. Look for Asphalt 7 app, if it's not there then you can't play it.
[Xperia Z1 General] BreakShadow:
Dude. Factory reset for such a small issue? Just cleared defaults and cache for Album and third party albums(Quickpic) and it got fixed.