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[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] paulnoise:
It's WiFi I get unlimited data on my phone plan so tethering to that. I'm using the z3 phone and there are some nice new features on there too. Overall, I'm really happy with it. Also the speakers when testing are nice and loud. Bass loss at high levels to be expected with small speakers
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] Crewville96:
I wanna get the Z3 tablet, but for $100 less i can get a Nexus 9. Hard to justify the Z3's price IMO.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] omegafiler:
On the US Sony Store, the 32GB Z3 Tablet (White) is only $20 more than the 32GB Nexus 9. Which is the only model available right now.

You can order all of the models in black or white via Amazon UK and ship to the US. But after shipping and exchange rate, you're better off waiting for Sony to get caught up with US distribution and offer all of the models here. Hopefully with some discounts, as in the UK! If they had the cash discount and free case in the US, I'd have already bought the one Z3 tablet they're offering here. :)

I'll probably have to wait for eBay or some other site to have them in stock. Especially since I'm considering the international Z3 Tablet with Data/Voice.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] digitalbenny:
I'm interested to hear if anyone gets a voice-capable Z3Tab to the states and how it works...
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] jiggyb21:
Odds are pretty good that I'm going to get drunk later and buy a black 32gb WiFi from Amazon UK.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] wyase9:
Am so close to pre-ordering a Z3 Compact tablet, and will pay the premium if the Remote Play will really work as advertised.

All we have to go on are some youtube vids of the remote play feature on the Z3 and experience by the public on the Vita.

What I want to do is sit in front of the TV (watching Eastenders or something else as dull ) and at the same time game (mostly FIFA15)on the Z3 tablet while on the couch.

Will it really be free of enough lag to allow me to twist and turn and pass the ball and shoot with delays that I wont notice ? I really hope so. My worry is that if it does lag a little, then as poor as I am at FIFA15 already, I will only get worse to the point that I wont want to use remote play feature and therefore make my expensive tablet as useful as a tablet at half the price ( I will use it for surfing and tv shows on top of remote play).

Your comments, thoughts and experiences with the Vita would be much appreciated.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] kersey:
Just had an email to say mine has been shipped from Sony :)
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] sjred_uk:
Are you from the UK pal?

Did you order with Sony direct?

When did you order?

I pre ordered one on Sunday night direct from Sony but not had an email yet. I wasn't expecting it being shipped until the 1st November anyway to be honest.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] jiggyb21:
My brother has a vita and he said you can connect it two ways. Firstly, via your wifi network and secondly you can connect directly to the ps4 on a closed circuit. He said the latter has zero lag whatsoever. So if you plan on sitting in the same room as your ps4 I would say you would have no problem with lag. Perhaps someone that actually owns a vita can back me up.....
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] james_d:
I ordered from Sony about a week ago. If I go into my orders it says there will be a delay as there is no stock of one item. Emailed Sony to see what that means as far as delivery dates as I'm off on holiday next week.

Some people on HUKD have also had delivery emails and one guy got his today (from Sony UK)
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] kersey:
Yes UK based mate. I ordered direct from the Sony website on 22nd October and had the email this morning stating the item had been dispatched and to expect an email from the courier advising when I can expect delivery.

UPDATE: just had an email, its out for delivery tomorrow... yippee [emoji7]

Sent from my Xperia Z2
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] werty1st:
i got mine

i got mine today, i'm very happy with it.

now i try to get it rooted without loosing the DRM keys.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] kersey:
Got mine earlier today, not had much time to play though due to work but initial thoughts are its fantastic, am very pleased coming from the Nexus 7 (2013). The screen is excellent and worry of the lower than some tablets PPI was unwarranted.

Speakers seem pretty good too - clear and louder than expected.

The speed of the tablet is great too and touch response of the screen is spot on.

Shame I'm busy tonight as I won't get much of a chance to play with it.

Sent from my Xperia Z2
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] Wagyk:
You have the lte version! It is possible to make call?
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] Chima2:
I just got it confirmed ten minutes ago from a reviewer here in Norway that you can make and receive calls with it. That means it will replace my XZU :)
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] werty1st:
Thats true, but keep in mind that there is only a "loud" speaker. you wont be able to make "private" calls. maybe with a headset.

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[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] Wagyk:
Ok thanks ! I have buy today my Z3TC !!!!!!! :) :))
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] bob60626:
So, the LTE model has phone capability but no earpiece??
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] stryyker:
Still waiting for news about this :(

No new everywhere, new reviews etc etc.

Im from Portugal and i don't even know if will release at November :S
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] digitalbenny:
USA owner making a phone call or it didn't happen. Haha...
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] werty1st:
Yes
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] james_d:
Mine has shipped this morning from Sony UK, ordered on 23/11
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] kersey:
Are you from the future [emoji6]

Sent from my Xperia Z2
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] Spleeno:
got shipping info yesterday - arrived two hours ago ;)

preordered it with sony germany like 2 weeks ago, at first they said it should arrive on the 4th or 5th nov... oh well :D
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] stryyker:
To the ones who have the tablet any reviews, or anything inf about it?

How goes?
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] jiggyb21:
+1

What I would really like to know is how awkward / slippery is it to hold? I've had the z2 and now the z3 and both are a little slippery.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] kersey:
Am having no problems holding or using the tablet. As the back has a kind of soft touch finish instead of glass it isn't slippery at all

Very impressed by the tablet as a whole, both looks and performance...if you guys want to know anything specific let me know
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] stryyker:
Did you bought any full cover, semi cover for that Sony? Official or ? Since I've search on eBay and we don't have many options yet.

How the battery goes so far?
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] werty1st:
after 3 days

what I miss most is root access.

the advertising is annoying and I can't import any titanium backups. It is also not possible to use a proxy.

I'm really looking forward having root access.

the tab does not weigh much and I can play long without getting tired arms.

the back is not like the Nexus 7. ​​It is rough. like some logitech mice.

the battery could last longer but i think this will improve with some more discharge charge cylces.

i was a little surpised that there are hardly 10GB free space left of the 16GB memory.

i appreciate the double tap to wake function

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/jq98eexve70fruw/AAC4Gp1SXGPeSDLYNIioHTlja?dl=0
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] stryyker:
How much the battery last for now?

Screen time for ex and the Standby time?

I really wish the sony tablet lasts at least 9,10h On wifi/screen time, for most reviews said he can last up to 13h WIFI thats very good.

Feel free to post more inf and updates on your daily use :)
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] werty1st:
no multiuser

what's also noticeable to say is, that there is not multiuser functionality at the moment.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] stryyker:
After some consideration and search about this or going Nexus 9, in some way i feel for me Sony Z3 all the way.

Nice tablet, visual, build, microsd, (great battery??) for wifi and use better them nexus 9 for sure i think with that sony power save or what.

In Someway i think i will be more satisfy with Sony them go for nexus 9.

Like always i dont have or any more inf about this tablet yet :S pre orders from my country is Out stock on available the 32gbs LTE, the 16 Wifi is out stock.

I just hope in few weeks or even worse if the tablet releases here only at December the support to them is good as google, and other ones (like cases, shields etc) I dont want buy the tablet and dont have yet a case or even a shield to put in.

Its still early (on ebay) to see cases or some accessories for sony Z3 until the tabelt full release to all country's. But im kinda hoping the release is for November not Dec or 2015 ;(

Any more inf or updates to the ones already got the tablet feel free to add here :D since no more news on everywhere D:
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] kersey:
I got the official book style cover that was 1p with my pre order. Very nice case that is practical but doesn't add any bulk to the tablet.

The only issue I have at the moment is the lack of internal storage. I bought the 16gb version and am down to 2gb left after installing a few games. Would really like root to be able to move them to my SD card. Other than that issue the tablet is perfect
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] Spleeno:
/signed, I've disabled ****loads of system with pm block, but I truly miss root atm...
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] stryyker:
The sony have microsd right, you can put a microsd there :) i guess

Ive already have 16 card to use it if i bought the tablet :P hehe so no storage problem for me atm.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] _jis_:
Memory card slot

But remember that external SD card in KitKat is only for your data not for your apps. Only a few installed OEM apps could use it as a storage and any app can read the data which you save on SD card on your PC.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] aeon101:
Just finally bought LTE black version. Coming from Z Ultra. Also considered Tab S as an alternative. Honestly have to say that made best decision. Tablet very handy and light. Those who were used to Z Ultra will not regret. Tab S is just a bit bigger and heavier, screen resolution is very acceptable and bright enough. No bloatware. Phone appk fully working, but in loudspeaker (no issue for me as an alternative to just keep personal sim card for necessary calls and to be available for privat). Just do not forget to switch to nano sim (30 seconds spent at my operator to replace).
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] digitalbenny:
Good to hear! I'm a current Ultra owner considering this device as a replacement...
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] TheSpartan:
Got mine on the 30th October direct from Sony, must say despite the price tag I absolutely love it and I've not been bother by Sony's UI. The build quality is good and the tablet is really light weight wise I got the 32GB WiFi in black (SGP612). I did consider getting the N9 or the Nvidia Shield 2 but wasn't sold on either of them but I'm very happy so far and I can't see it changing :D
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] CCJ22:
Those of you with the LTE version, can you place calls out on it and if so, are you forced to have that phone call on speaker phone rather then a private conversation?

AEON101 touched on the subject but I couldn't understand him fully.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] aeon101:
Sorry if I did not explained properly. Yes, you can make calls (out and also receive), text sms, everything as with normal phone. But only through loudspeaker. Privately just using your headset or another solution.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] james_d:
Mine and the cover arrived today. Only just started loading apps. Very impressed. Like a grown up Nexus 7 in the best way
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] androidkid311:
I got mine today. I think I have a issue. I'm not 100% sure. Hover your finger over the screen a you get this circle input like as if you've touched the screen. Is it an issue??
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] androidkid311:
Got it! I'm not actually touching the screen.

Edit: it was glove mode enabled loool. Forgot to say I love this tablet. Oh anyone else disappointed with the camera. Seems hazy to me.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] koliberek1:
Hey guys, write something about battery life, screen on time. Some screenshots please.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] androidkid311:
Will do. Give me a few days. :)
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] dvdivx:
Just bought mine. Looked at the Tab 8.4 but so many owners were looking to ditch it so got this instead, The Nexus 9 only has 2gb ram and only 32gb onboard which is a poor upgrade from my 2012 Nexus 7.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] rmadrid7:
My Z3TC just shipped!

I pre-ordered the 32 GB White version of the Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact on October 30 and I just got an email from Sony that it has shipped. It's expected to arrive on Thursday!
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] TheSpartan:
Say whaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat!! When I ordered mine they only did the black in 32GB, ahh damn

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Everyone is a bit benchmark obsessed at the moment with the benchmarks the K1 is getting, to me the N9 is decent enough but it just doesn't have that premium look.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] veletron:
Sony Official Case SCR28

Hi

Anyone got the official Sony case? - does it close securely - i.e with a magnet/clip or does the flap just lay on top of the screen and fall open due to no magnet? Best thing about my Tab S 8.4 is the official samsung case! Waiting for my Z3 Tab to turn up before I flog the tab S, but want a cover that closes securely.

Nigel
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] stryyker:
Just to say i got my White version (wifi 16Gbs) + Free case from Official Sony website, ordered on Monday got just now, today. (Portugal here)

I will try it more later and i will keep posting here updates when i have it (screen times, battery, performance all) =)

Rewards...
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] lowtraxx:
It feels very premium, but does not close with a magnet. the top cover just lays on the display.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] stryyker:
I agree.

The case is very premium, beautiful, and cool, but yes i miss the magnet closer.

For now i will stick with this, and buy more later when avaiable on ebay a magnet one.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] androidkid311:
This is after my very first battery cycle. This tablet is so fast and smooth,honestly I'm in shock lol. Oh and sweet news!!! Lollipop will bring back moving apps to SD CARD!!!! Whooooooop!!!
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] rmadrid7:
Different options for different countries?

About your first post it's interesting that the only available option to pre order here in the U.S was the 32 GB White version. There was no black color option or 16 GB option either. I was going to order the 32 GB (the more internal storage the better) white Z3TC anyways, but I find it interesting that people in other countries did not have the white color option only black. The one I bought was $499.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] Lionem:
Hi,

Does the tablet has vibration / haptic feedback ?

I love this feature especially on keyboards. I missed it on the 2013 Nexus 7.

Thanks.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] Deltadroid:
The specs say yes.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] jaime4272:
exacly my point

:D

this is why I ordered mine today ( SGP-621 ) to replace my Z Ultra:laugh:
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] aeon101:
Yes, it has.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] androidkid311:
Yup has vibration & a led light. :). Sony UI isn't that bad actually lol.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] Torguy:
Ahh man! That's too bad I am hearing on this forum that you cant actually make calls with the phone to your face, that you need to have it on speakerphone!

I am so confused because people are telling me different things.

Do you guys think I should use this as my Z Ultra replacement, I am just not sure because I cant make private calls unless I have Bluetooth headset.

What ya'll think??
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] aeon101:
Well. It depends...I came to Z3Tab from my Ultra after using it for 14 months as I did not see any official successor. This was clear decision for me (also considering Tab S 8.4 and nVidia Shield). Z3 using as my private tab/ phone, when most of my calls are through my another work mobile. So it depends how many private calls you have per day (for me 1-3 daily and have no problems to use it when I' m alone on loud speakers or through headphones). I understand that this may be an issue for many people, therefore I' m saying 'it depends'.

This is my forth day with Z3Tab and just preparing to put it on charger only for second time since day. So battery life looks to be very promising so far (permanently on WiFi and LTE network, 75% brightness, FB, weather and Google sync permanently with 1 hour of watching movies per day and net browsing). Build quality is fantastic, so for me unexpected successfull successor for Ultra! (still resting in my desk).
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] TheSpartan:
Same here, I so wanted a white one but settled for Black as it had the larger storage capacity. I wonder what the logic was behind it but hey nevermind I'm extremely happy with my purchase :D
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] whiskeyxrey:
Just got the tablet in the mail yesterday. I'm in the US, and pre-ordered on October 21. So far, I am blown away by the build quality and how light the thing is. I've owned about a half dozen other tablets (various iPads, Nexus 10, Transformer Prime, Kindle Fire HDX 8.9) and this is definitely the best design I've seen. I also really like the UI, which is pretty much the same as the Xperia Z3 phone that I've had for about a week now. The screen is beautiful, and even really small text is easy to read due to its sharpness. I've also tested out Remote Play, which works great. It also works great on my phone, but it's definitely a better experience on the 8 inch screen. I think tonight I'll be playing Destiny in the bath :D I felt bad dropping $500 for this, but now that I have it in hand, I feel a lot better.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] Torguy:
Hey guys,

I can get the LTE version online for $660 CAD all in, is that a good price or am I paying too much?

Thanks!
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] jiggyb21:
And for me in the United States I had to order a one from Europe because I wanted 32 gbs and black. Oh well.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] PUFNSTUF:
How exactly does the transfer from the ps4 to the tablet work? Do you still have to be on the same wifi network? or can you be at a friends house and as long as your ps4 is on at your place you can connect in and play your games? If anyone has tested high end game transfers like this how does it look and run? Does it get hot quickly? Thanks in advance guys!
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] Torguy:
Well guys, I just ordered the Tablet! Cant wait, should be here either by tomorrow or latest Monday, getting it shipped FedEx Priority.

I hope I will be happy with it.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] whiskeyxrey:
I've only tried it when connected to the same WiFi network as the PS4, but from what I have read, it should technically be possible to use Remote Play when away from home, as long as both Internet connections are fairly fast. But like I said, I haven't tried this, yet.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] stryyker:
Stupid and easy question guys lol

How i take screenshot on This tablet? D:

Tried Volume Up + Power nothing, Volume Down + power nothing.

Any advice? Will start to charge the first charges i want take pictures about the battery time.

Thanks.

So far loving the tablet.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] rmadrid7:
Weird delivery dates

It's funny I pre ordered on October 30th and I got it today in the morning. I live in North Carolina and the tablet came from Illinois. Why did it take so long for you to get it?
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] aeon101:
Press the Power button as if you want to turn this tab off and there you will see menu...
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] stryyker:
Thanks ?
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] whiskeyxrey:
I don't think they started shipping until the 3rd, and then for some reason mine showed on backorder until the 4th, even though I pre-ordered an hour after they went on sale. But then it shipped from Illinois (only one state over) and got here the next day.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] Wagyk:
I have receive my z3CT what a **** she is so good i love ♥

Now i xait for the bootlaoder open and a root!

Maybe one day sony create the sony z ultra 2
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] quim135:
I just bought mine today!! It will be my second smartphone. I ll use it on home and on work.

I already installed whatsap and waiting for BL root
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] mrgizmoe:
Im waaaay to scared to bring my DS4 into the tub LOL, unless someone has made a waterproof one?
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] dvdivx:
Received my wifi white z3. I thought it was going to be black and am very disappointed by Sony saying essentially FU to US buyers when it comes to choice.

Screen is excellent but over saturated for my taste on default setting. Supervivid setting is a lttle dark but good for movies . Who ever said the speakers aren't loud enough was mistaken. Considering the size of the device and how thin it is the speakers are great. More than enough to piss off plenty of people on a plane if you crank the volume up. It's also amazingly light. Camera is only ok but I would use my phone for pictures. Using skype would require somewhat decent light if you don't want it looking grainy. The SD card requires it be formated to exfat.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] androidkid311:
Hold power button lol

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He's talking about using remote play the the tablet. :)
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] digitalbenny:
So who here lives in the US and owns an international LTE version? And where'd you get it?
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] mrgizmoe:
Im aware. Remote play pretty much requires a DS4 (dualshock4) well it has screen controls but the analog sticks are pretty impossible to use. especially in a game like destiny.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] jaime4272:
X3TC

I bough mine at eXpansys and it's on it's way X3TC SPG-621 4G/LTE :angel:
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] afazel:
Just got my WiFi white 32GB :D
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] PUFNSTUF:
never bought from there but saw it for a decent price, is that site reliable?
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] digitalbenny:
I just emailed them to confirm that the model they sell to US customers is in fact phone call capable. (It is...)
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] jaime4272:
I don know this is my first time as well. as far as I know it's on it's way I'll be here on the 12 by fedex so I don't know.
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] Awexit76:
Just ordered mine from expansys. LTE white! will report back, but a friend of mine has used them plenty, said they were reputable. Very excited. I ported my number to Google, so i only use data for text and calls, etc. so this looks to be perfect!
[Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact General] PUFNSTUF:
Keep us all informed on how it goes and how solid the device is!

also for those who have the 16gb, how much space does the os/bloat take up? How much free space are you left with?