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[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] kamranhaghighi:
I found out z uktra cant be usen with Tablet ui! Specially googlr chrome with tabs !!! I alsi might get nexus tablet , BTW anyway im gonn wait till summer or i will fail my exams :D

Also i was thinking of having an abdroid phone and an windowd tablet!!! I must see what happens till then,
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] LordManhattan:
Of course you can.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] kamranhaghighi:
:o so cool :o im gonna try it in hand then , maybe wait for z uktra 2, sony must be stupid to dont make new one ( not now, no new SoCs) but will see what happen s till summer

Also i wont get tegra as the effects can be get with some modifications ! And no good tegra phones !

But also, its not nexus !!! Damn it i hate that ! I want nexus phablet :D !

Anyway gonna see tomarrow i feel like my brain is acting retarded , i havent slept for long and tomarrow i have to go to school :s at 6 am !!
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] trappxl:
The Z Ultra is worth getting. I own a few phones: 8x and a 925 as my more common used models because Windows Phone is my primary platform. I still use Android a ton and I got the Z Ultra as my phablet and have used it as such on days when I don't want to carry around a phone and my tablet for class or when I want more of my full music library with me. I keep it in a leather passbook style case and it fits in my work slacks just fine. A little tight in my jeans but nothing unbearable. As others have said, the phone flies, screen is great and I love how thin it feels in hand. Plus I get full volume controls to work with my Nokia Purity Cans and the Sony ClearAudio sounds great. Now that I've put Microsoft Office for Android on this thing, I'm so set. It is worth it and I don't anticipate getting another Android anytime soon.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Sadman Khan:
I feel the same. Then again, i got my ZU just recently. I gotta say, i'm loving every bit of it. The size is just perfect especially for gaming :D i love playing games on emulators and so i need a screen of this size. As for portability, i used a flip cover (book cover) all the time and it fits into my jeans okay although a bit tight. But it doesn't hinder my movements. As for performance, it has GREAT performance and enough RAM. S800 is still great and 801 is hardly an upgrade. So if you think size matters, go for Ultra. It wouldn't disappoint
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] stopa10:
I was at a business meeting this week, and several of my colleagues had phones+7 inch tablets (mostly Nexus 7 or iPad mini). They were shocked to learn that the screen real estate of the XZU is very close to that off the Nexus 7 (in fact, the thing impressed me as well!) and that I was carrying a single device. I love the ZU.

I don't see any real alternative at the moment. I spotted the new LG G Flex: nice, but still not comparable in terms of build quality...
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] gideonMorrison:
Guys what is your opinion on the much debated sudden cracks in the ZU screen, any experience with that and reasons for causing them? Is it really that dangerous to keep the ZU in normal jeans pocket I wonder (easy flex)...?

Also, how is the quality of HD content watching in the dark, how the black black value translates.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Sadman Khan:
Blacks are quite black (as racist as it sounds :P)

And it is preferable not to keep it in jeans without protection. Use a book cover or a pouch
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] gideonMorrison:
This calls for Bernie Mac as racist cop...

[YOUTUBE]Z3194KGIkoM[/YOUTUBE]

Why need protection if keeping it in your pocket, cause of scratches or? Cause the phone is already huge I'm not too sure on making it even bigger. I would use a screen protector, also on the back side.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] LordManhattan:
Eh, it's all up to you to decide, but yeah, more bulk is not what this phone needs, so naked but with screen protectors on the front and back should be sufficient, unless you have a murse (male purse) of some kind or a coat. It's easy to carry it around and keep it damage free if you work in a place that requires a blazer :p
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] gideonMorrison:
Ha, no I will be carrying it in my jeans pocket most of the time. The only thing I would worry about is the screen cracking in my pocket as happened with others before... Not the possible scratches, cause a screen protector will take care of that. But pressure... Is a whole other story.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] KeikiNYC011:
I'd place my XZU in my pockets and back pockets, feel good after playing a game for 30 minutes and the CPU and GPU so nice and hot. Haha, after the Kitkat 4.4.2 updated the phones has boot up much faster and love the new features like wireless printing. The new animation camers features are a bonus. Best phone I had still the Note 2
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] gideonMorrison:
Good to hear that Kitkat improved things. I also have a note 2, but considering it to be the best is a stretch. I'm certain the ZU is the better phone
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] LordManhattan:
Just don't sit down with it still in your jeans pocket. Depending on the pocket size and tightness, it'll bend like a hot chocolate bar.

Fine, that's incredible exaggerated, but it'll bend a little, and then it'll take no more than a sneeze to complete the artwork with a shattered screen, and a lot of manly tears.

You'll have to learn to get used to its size and thinness. The first rule is the one I've been mentioning now. Don't sit down with it in your pants pocket (depending on type). You'll quickly notice what works and what doesn't.

The Ultra will also "shrink" like all other things after awhile when your hands are used to it's size. I read Engadget's review of the HTC HD2 again not that long ago, and they described it as a tablet. Remember when the first Note came out? Yeah, not that big now is it? It's the same story with the Ultra.

But go to a store and check it out (again). If it feels good, get it.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Sadman Khan:
For jeans, like i said, use a book cover preferably. I use one and can take it anywhere without worrying about damage. Because if your jeans are tight and the phone is bare, it WILL be damaged if you sit down. However a book cover would protect it at the expense of extra bulk
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] gideonMorrison:
Thanks for your extensive, reply, it's all noted. I will probably pick up some sweet cases from Ebay. Got to test some things out anyway, to see what works and what doesn't. I'll probably check it out again this week and order the 25th (extend my contract 4 months before my one year contract ends, lucky me, gotta like Vodafone).
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] corrado85:
after owning for 6-7months - I love it! i've actually dropped this phone 5-6ft below on marble and cement floor but XZU screen took beating like a champ. slight scratch on the side bezel but thats about it

i can't even upgrade to Z2 because in my mind that would be a downgrade. im waiting now for a XZU successor . I would love to have a better audio output for headphones and a 20MP camera which Z2 has.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] radianter:
Does it fit in your trouser-poket at all?

It fits all my jeans (front pockets).

Or you guys mostly put it in the pocket of the Jacket?

I prefer trousers pockets. and it suitable for chest pocket perfectly.

Do you always have to wear a small bag to go out with the phone?

no hand bags at all, that's why I choose XZU, it has the biggest size suitable for a pocket..

How do you carry it when its hot? (Maybe someone who bought it in a hot place since it was released in the fall)

It's really not hot, even playing hours of game, is just warm. believe me.

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Besides, if you put it in your front trousers pocket and sit down, you won't feel very comfortable. But still acceptable by adjust it's position in the pocket.

all in all, it worth to buy in my opinion.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] gideonMorrison:
Alright so a final question regarding contrast, black levels that is, how is it for you guys? Especially in pitch black (at night, while watching videos)? Erica Griffin, who is also a XDA member, posted her review on the ZU on Youtube and mentioned her pretty bad contrast level of 680:1, whereas others have a ratio of 1000:1 and above. What are your findings? The Youtube time link can be found here:

[YOUTUBE]iXPbq-PuqC8&t=23m25s[/YOUTUBE]
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] rushman13:
I decided to get it after I read this review that said as long as you don't call too much and don't care about taking pictures in low light it's great. And i agree! Media consumption and app/Web use is great.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] bertiness:
Got it and love it, especially now with a Nillkin case as it feels sturdy and not like it could shatter into pieces at any moment :P

All other phones look like kids toys now!
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Sadman Khan:
The blacks are quite impressive. Nothing to frown about. I have seen far worse blacks on xperias. But this is quite good. I think you should go to a store and check it out. What matters is what you think, right?
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] gideonMorrison:
Yeah, so far this is probably the best Xperia display ever. However, what worries me a slight bit is that there is no clear uniformity regarding contrast between screens. If one device has a contrast of 680:1 and another of 1000:1 then that is an issue I'd say. Erica Griffin reported her screen is 680:1, some Russian website 930:1 and GSMarena reported a 1001:1.

My previous two phones were the Galaxy Nexus and Note 2, both amoled, so I do understand the screen tech is totally different. At least there should be some uniformity between the screens, otherwise it could be considered faulty in cases where the contrast is significantly lower...
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] blueether:
I think I have read that there are two different panels that have been used in the ultra, as there was in the Z1, at least the panels don't seem to have vastly differing white balance like on the z1
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] gideonMorrison:
Interesting. Sure you're not mixing it with the Z1, because I found this:

http://www.xperiablog.net/2014/02/19/confirmed-xperia-z1-compact-uses-two-different-display-panels/

And check this out:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2652220

It could be interesting to see what panel(s) have been used in the Z Ultra this way...
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] blueether:
I'll see if I can find the thread for the zu
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] gideonMorrison:
This one? http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2665809

Sharp panel -vs- AUO panel
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] blueether:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2665809&page=2

edit:

beat me to it by seconds...
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] gideonMorrison:
This could be why there is a stark difference between panels and their contrast, the old Sony lottery. Still not sure if the Sharp or AUO is better... The OP of the thread finds that his AUO panel is better than the Sharp. If it only could be backed up by scientific data, contrast measurement.

Edit: This is positive though, do you guys have this app built in: http://www.androidcentral.com/sony-xperia-z1-and-z-ultra-updated-white-balance-setting
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] LordManhattan:
Yup yup :)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] gideonMorrison:
Do you use it/ see a difference in white tones/color balance?
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] LordManhattan:
I don't have to use it, but i've tried it, and setting red (for example) at max will make white more pink red-ish, and so on. It's near impossible to describe colors and screens in general, so you'll just have to see it for yourself at this point.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] gideonMorrison:
Yeah, I will be ordering end end of April and see for myself. My point however concerning the different panels and contrast ratio still stands, however. Not sure if one panel is 'better' than the other one and if it's directly linked to poor contrast.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] LordManhattan:
Can't say i've ever read about someone around here that's not happy with their screen, so if there are two different panels, the differences aren't that big, which is good. I do however understand that you want the best one, but it's pretty hard to check the display type without holding one in your hands. A quick visit in a terminal will tell you which panel it has. I can check mine soon and report back.

UPDATE:

Alright, i checked my panel. I had the AUO panel since september (when i bought the Ultra), but i had it in for repairs last week since my screen had a defect. Apparently i've gotten a Sharp panel now, and i actually though it was a Sharp before i even checked. Why? It's a little better than the AUO to be honest, but the AUO was also fantastic - but the Sharp is better. I wouldn't have noticed the difference if i hadn't been using the AUO for 6 months, and it is far from being bad.

Where are you located? Germany? Why did Germany pop up in my head?
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] gideonMorrison:
Epic, thanks :good: Wondering whether there is a clear cut 'best' one or it basically comes down to preference. I believe the Sharp is more bright and more neutral looking and the AUO, which seems to have more contrast, yet is somewhat darker and perhaps ahs lesser viewing angles.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] LordManhattan:
Yup, read my edit in the previous post.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] gideonMorrison:
Alright, so better could be subjective to the person. How is it exactly better than the AUO? I believe the Sharp is a little more cool and the AUO somewhat warmer with deeper colours, whereas the Sharp is noticably brighter and has better viewing angles. Correct? It's good thing it gets a little more clear now.

Haha, from Holland actually, close ;) Why?
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] LordManhattan:
Yeah, that's about right.

I got my Ultra in September when it was released, so i clearly got one from the first production batch, and that's probably why i got a defective screen. We have no idea how many Sharp and AUO panels there are out there, but i got a Sharp panel when it got repaired now, and i'm in Norway, so i'm thinking there's a possibility that you'll end up with a Sharp panel. Why? I'm not sure yet, but let's ask ourselves this; why do Sony use two different panel manufacturers? So they have enough panels for their devices, yes? Sharp is clearly better, so maybe Sony ordered an X amount of AUO panels when it got low on Sharp panels, and used those to fill the gaps, but production of the Ultra gets lower and lower after several months after they have pushed a lot of Ultras on the market, so they can cut the AUO panels and continue with their Sharp orders, and that's why i suspect that you'll get a Sharp panel when you buy one now - as long as you don't get one from the earlier batches, that is. I would personally purchase the Ultra from a larger company where you're pretty certain that they've sold some Ultras, and that way you won't pick one from the second batch, for example.

This is of course, only a theory :p :cool:
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] gideonMorrison:
Interesting theory, LordM. Not sure what I would prefer, AUO or Sharp, I'd need to see them side by side. But if you think the Sharp is better, then it probably is. It's dangerous though to speculate as I could still end up with an AUO panel, but who knows. I think companies really should quit the lottery bs, it really is annoying.

An other member at xda just replied to my thread in the Q&A section, stating he always babied his ZU and poof one day it came cracked out of his pocket. There must be many other people though who never had issues and were probably more rough with it and no cracks. Overthinking much... :eek:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=51907659&postcount=16
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] blueether:
As I've said in another thread, I've dropped mine onto concrete twice. Once from the cab of a truck and it survived
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] golfinggino:
I love the size I have owned 2 galaxy note 3's since owning the ultra and always go back to the ultra once you use it for a few days it is hard to use anything else
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] kamranhaghighi:
i couldn't find that on stores to try, but found Nexus 5 somewhere (thats wired ! i didnt think i could) that was a freaking art piece !

i had nexus for long i dont think i can get any other phone, maybe a gpe! (can't be found here so i will install asop rom on it)

i will wait for google i/o and see if they have any new devices ! maybe get a new nexus 7-8 :D i never had tablet dont know how it feels !

btw the z ultra couldn't feet in my big pockets ! still a little larger and probably i couldn't sit with that !

but anyway z ultra seemed awesome!
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] doctahjeph:
I came from a strictly Nexus environment. I had both Nexus 7 & 10, Galaxy Nexus, as well as the Nexus 4. I almost went with the 5, but when I found out that the Ultra had a GPE device, or even a GPE rom port I decided to give it a shot. I must say unless we get a Nexus phablet in the 6in range I am not going back. I just don't think I can go back to a smaller screen. The with the ultra I don't need multiple devices any more. So much so I swapped my 7 for a Vita, and sold my 10. I kept my Nexus 4 and when I pick it up it just seems so small now. I use my Ultra for work and it is a blessing. I can actually remote into PC at work without any issues at all even out in the field on LTE. Putting the phone in a pocket while standing isn't an issue, but sitting I usually take out and place on table/desk in front of me. If taking pictures is your thing, I'd suggest to go with a Note or something like it. My wife constantly complains about my picture quality, but I always tell her that I didn't get it for the camera.

The only thing that really bothers me about the device is all the comments I get on it. I don't buy my phones to be a show off, but most of the time I get snarky comments about my "laptop". I usually just laugh and say "yep". It was fun at first, but now it is just annoying. I get it, my phone is big. Yay!
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] rushman13:
lol yeah they do look kinda small...
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] N10AP:
Simply put, it is the best built phablet out there still.

Biggest screen

Best build quality

Waterproof

Decent battery (for my needs)

So, in answer to the OP question... Yes it is worth buying. The Ultra is the Daddy`s phone!!!

I compared the Ultra and Note 3 at length. The Note 3 has 3 gb of RAM... But so what? ewwwww Nasty Samsung plastic. Couldn`t care less if its polytetratitrazombacombaronate or whatever...

So pleased to see the back of my i9505.

Adios Galaxy S4! Close the door on your way out! :P
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] mlee1999:
Loved the Xperia Z Ultra and used one as a daily driver for a few months. It was/is a great phablet. I wrote a pretty detailed review, PM me if your interested in reading. Here are a couple highlights.

-Excellent build quality (get a dock to save wear and tear on micro USB flap)

-Beautiful bright screen. Love that apps run in tablet mode

-Extremely fast and smooth

-No flash on camera

-Battery not nearly as good as Note 3 or G2

-Pocketable with slacks, baggy shorts or cargos. Not so much with jeans (very tall)

I would recommend getting a bluetooth headset, RAM car mount and checking it out in person if possible.

LMK if you have any questions.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] kamranhaghighi:
even if it had no camera i didn't have problem

btw can i turn a normal z ultra exactly into a GPe? i found 8 inch also freaking good for playing and stuff, i went to store and tested it, its so good, can't say how good with words ! but still liked nexus 5 a little more (expect size of screen:P) btw it didn't fit in my pockets ! i got np with that i can bring a small 10 inch bag ! that way i can put my charger there too ! the bad thing is my glasses make everything look 1 inch smaller, so i always want bigger screen xD

i couldn't really play with it there, every time i touched it it made a loud alarm, i went to try 8 inch, same thing happened , i felt shy and just walked out, lolxD

there's no gpe in my country ! also when i bought n4 there was z ultra ! i feel guilty buying it !:D maybe wait for google i/o and see what they announce :o

also i saw i can't get the google chrome to tablet ui :( that's so bad !

does the screen get text and keyboard only on landscape typing?

the root and unlocking and flashing custom roms seemed a little hard :o
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] blueether:
The camera isn't too bad if you take the time to use it and not just point and shoot.

Bit of a pain :(

Xposed and app settings is what most of us around here use to get apps into tablet/phablet mode, just needs root

Not quite sure what you are asking here, but if the Sony KB is not to your liking then just install another that is more configurable (I use 'a hackers keyboard')

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the process is involved, but not at all hard if you read the instructions in LordManhattan's thread. And if you don't mind unlocking the bootloader then keeping root and flashing roms is very simple.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Leechoonhwee:
Yes you can but it involves unlocking the bootloader and effectively voiding your warranty.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] blueether:
Well it's not a true GPe, but software wise it is the same, just not auto updates.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] joulukas:
I thought about Ultra for a long time, before i handed out my hard earned cash. Since I had some "help" from my employer, the desicion making was bit easier, wasnt all MY hard earned cash.

Now have been on this beast for bit over 6 months and overall enjoyment is :good: My thoughts on geting Ultra is - that you must think it through bit more than everyday phone. Because just goping to the store and picking Ultra from random lineup, You might end up rethinking the phone. But, I have been on it 6 months and heres what I think:

Love...The size, every other phone seems like its made for kindergardners. Wb browsing, movie streaming, note taking, basically anything do with text is oh so nice. The build quality is awsome, it just feel nice in my hand, and even tho Ultra is not "one-hand-hero" I have grown used to its size.

So and so ... cant complain about too many bugs nor update speeds compared to competition. Ofc it makes my hards itch when S4 get 4.4.2 before my ultra, actual benfit is not easy to spot between good oled 4.3 and new 4.4.2.. So overall phone like any other, just bigger :)

Kinda dont like .. So overall phone like any other is thing i dont like and envy on note users - samsung has but a lot of effort in to making note "not a phone, but a phablet", which is feel is lacking with Ultra. If i'd see some more custom apps, that make me feel special for getng that monster, would be nice.

So bottom line - think it through, cause you will either love or hate it P.S. some bigger pockets wont hurt.

And like I tell all to my friends, coworkers, random people on the street, when they eyball my darling and ridicule my choices - "Maddness, - THIS IS ULTRA!" P.S soon ill hope to ahve the power to complete Leonidas wallpaper stating that :)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] n1njaG:
I didn't know where to put this questions exactly but here I go:

I was just wondering if someone is using their Ultra as a Wi-fi tablet? So, no SIM card inserted. I'm not thinking of buying or anything (not atm) but was just wondering if I was to buy a tablet and could get Ultra for a really really good price, would it be a good investement?

I just love the design and capabilities of Ultra :)

Thank you!
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Sadman Khan:
I use it as a tablet and yes it is amazing. I do use a sim card for occasional calls but i have a different phone for calling and texting capabilities. Let's just say i got myself the smallest tablet which is a beast in terms of performance
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] n1njaG:
Thank you for your answer. Those were my exact thoughts! The only other tablet I'd consider getting would be the LG G Pad as I don't know if it is worth buying a 6,4 inch "tablet" if I already own a 5" smartphone (I know that difference in screen sizes would still be huge though).

Anyhow, just my thoughts as lately I am so lazy that I don't even bother getting cozy in my bed with my laptop (it is not very comfortable, your legs get hot etc.) and just satisfy my browsing and youtube needs with my Nexus.

Thank you!