Sony Xperia Z2 - Esato archive

Posted by Xajel

Sony introduces Xperia™ Z2, its new premium flagship waterproof smartphone with best ever display, 4K recording and Digital Noise Cancelling technology

Key features

A little more details...

Worldwide availability in March

Detailed specification

Camera and video

Design and display

Memory

Pre-loaded applications

Connectivity and communication

Entertainment

Networks

Official product page
http://www.sonymobile.com/global-en/products/phones/xperia-z2/

[ This Message was edited by: Xajel on 2014-02-24 08:12 ]

Posted by ShortyPretty

Technichal Specifications Photographic Z2:

* Lens: Sony G (27mm in 35mm equiv.)
* F-Number: f/2.0
* Focal Length: 4.90mm
* Focus Range: 8 Cm - Infinity
* Iso Sensitivity: 50 - 6400
* Features Digital Camera: Auto - Focus, Touch - Focus, Face Detection, HDR, Panorama And Geo - Tagging
* Image Sensor: CMOS BSI SONY EXMOR RS IMX200
* Format: 1/2.3"
* Surface: (6.17mm x 4.55mm)
* Flash: Pulsed Single Led (3rd Generation)
* Reach In Shooting Of Flash: Up To 2.5 Meters
* Pixel Size: 1.2 Microns
* Maximum Effective Pixels Resolution: 5248 x 3936 For 4:3
* Other Features: Image Stabiliser, Simultaneous Video And Image Recording

Technichal Specifications Digital Camcorder Z2:

* Maximum Resolution Digital Camcorder: ULTRAHD 2160p (3840 x 2160)
* Quantity Frames Per Second During Recording Of Video: 30 FPS
* Recording Codec Used To Do Video: MP4
* Video Bit Rate: 55.4 Mbps
* Recording Audio Codec Used To Do Video: AAC Stereo
* Audio Bit Rate: 156 Kbps
* Audio Sampling Rate: 48.0 KHz
* Light Assist For The Record Video: Yes (Pulsed Single Led 3rd Generation)
* Features Digital Camcorder: Digital Video Stabilization And Continuous Autofocus

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Posted by emerson_shei

Posted by Away
Now this is good. Pleasantly surprised about the processor.

Posted by Muhammad-Oli
Is it MSM8974AB or MSM8974AC? Tablet Z2 has AC according to official specs shown. I would have thought they would both have the same?

EDIT: Sony website says AB for both but in the announcement they were both stated to have the 801 (AC).

[ This Message was edited by: Muhammad-Oli on 2014-02-24 08:21 ]

Posted by Gitaroo
whats so surprising about the new processor? If it has to carry the name Z2, is pretty has to have everything better, even if its only marginally better. S801 is pretty much the only option available for them.

Posted by feryshad
Xperia Z2 - The best ever smartphone, only from Sony

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1sl02KinSr8

Posted by maloqs
16gb woooo(sarcastic)

Posted by feryshad
Whitepaper

http://developer.sonymobile.c[....]rs/sony-xperia-z2-white-paper/

Posted by feryshad
sensors

Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer sensor
Game rotation vector
Geomagnetic rotation vector
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Step counter
Step detector
Significant motion detector
Proximity

Posted by Supa_Fly

On 2014-02-24 09:32:01, maloqs wrote:
16gb woooo(sarcastic)

Lol yeah 16GB ROM that's HUGE even for Android; typo?!

Posted by Bonovox

Posted by admad
Excuse me what is this shit? :< Has Sony became Apple, releasing same phone again, same design and a few minor upgrades that could actually made it to Z1 with no problem at all. Most dissapointing thing is the same camera sensor that wasn't too good on Z1...

So let's sum up... Z2 over Z1

- 3GB RAM vs 2GB RAM , that's nice
- Snapdragon 801 vs Snapdragon 800, probably won't even feel the difference.
- 5,2" vs 5" , nice
- Upgraded 3.5mm jack with noise cancelling
- Stereo speakers
- 4K video, Z1 could probably do that too...
- Some new sensors like barometer etc.

This phone should have been called Z1S. Sony will be crushed by competition with this, the only advantage they had, IP58 waterproof, will also make it to the Samsung Galaxy S5... Making the Z2 look like a younger brother -.-

[ This Message was edited by: admad on 2014-02-24 08:50 ]

Posted by Tsepz_GP

On 2014-02-24 09:32:01, maloqs wrote:
16gb woooo(sarcastic)

Oh FFS!! That just killed my vibe! I just saw this on PhoneArena and was all excited, genuinely impressed by the specs, but if the ROM is 16GB then I'm out :/
It's stunning though, and for once their 1st half flagship has a brand new CPU, and the very best hardware plus 4K video, well done Sony, I hope they release a 32GB variant.

That's the Xperia Z1 dead, this is really what it was meant to be.

Posted by evaleon
A couple of questions about the noise cancellation in this phone..
1) Does it work with any earphones or headphones or only with the bundled earphones provided in the package?
2) Just got myself a Sony MDR 10RNC, so what is the effect going to be when coupled with this phone??

Posted by Muhammad-Oli
I think some people need their attention drawn to:

Expansion slot: microSD™ card, up to 64 GB

Posted by admad

On 2014-02-24 09:59:25, Muhammad-Oli wrote:
I think some people need their attention drawn to:

Expansion slot: microSD™ card, up to 64 GB

Well of course, but why couldnt they at least provide 32GB internal storage? The cost of additional 16GB is about 2$ for manufacturer, is it really worth it leaving at only 16?

Posted by Ranjith
aaaahhhh..finally ..my next phone

Posted by Tsepz_GP

On 2014-02-24 09:59:25, Muhammad-Oli wrote:
I think some people need their attention drawn to:

Expansion slot: microSD™ card, up to 64 GB

Android no longer allows installing apps to SD, Samsung remain the only OEM who have "fixed" that in their phones, but in other OEM phones such as the Z2 you only have the 16GB to install apps, games, download files to etc... And with games getting larger, you'll install 2-3 good games, some apps, and then have to keep an eye on memory. I hate what Google have done to Android, we now have the most powerful phones, yet memory has been made a problem area.

Posted by jjjajjj
http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/products/phones/xperia-z2/
600 pound !!!!

[ This Message was edited by: jjjajjj on 2014-02-24 09:27 ]

Posted by Supa_Fly

On 2014-02-24 09:59:25, Muhammad-Oli wrote:
I think some people need their attention drawn to:

Expansion slot: microSD™ card, up to 64 GB

True especially since SanDisk announced MicroSD 128GB Class 10 XC today as well

Tsegz, false. Google doesn't allow installing in MicroSD but AOSP builds do considering Nokia has it on the X,X+XL

[ This Message was edited by: Supa_Fly on 2014-02-24 09:38 ]

Posted by ^^HAMID^^
I wanna ask Sony why don't you put the f***ing IR port on your falgships any more! For me its crucial to have this port on my phone!!!!

Posted by Xajel

On 2014-02-24 10:26:32, jjjajjj wrote:
http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/products/phones/xperia-z2/
600 pound !!!!

[ This Message was edited by: jjjajjj on 2014-02-24 09:27 ]

Prices in UK/Europe is always higher...

Price in Germany is 599 Euro, cheaper than the launch price of Z1 ( 649 Euro )

And It might have a 599 price tag, in Euros and USD depending on the market... $600 is good price actually...

Posted by doministry
So I skip the Z1 .

Posted by CrownedAkuma

On 2014-02-24 10:56:21, Xajel wrote:

On 2014-02-24 10:26:32, jjjajjj wrote:
http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/products/phones/xperia-z2/
600 pound !!!!

[ This Message was edited by: jjjajjj on 2014-02-24 09:27 ]

This is good news:3
I was interested in Z1 but got turned down from Screen and Speaker... this time everything is better... Maybe is the time to pass to Xperia with this Z2...

IN THE REST OF EUROPE IS 699 euro

WTF

[ This Message was edited by: CrownedAkuma on 2014-02-24 10:16 ]

Posted by Tsepz_GP

On 2014-02-24 10:36:43, Supa_Fly wrote:

On 2014-02-24 09:59:25, Muhammad-Oli wrote:
I think some people need their attention drawn to:

Expansion slot: microSD™ card, up to 64 GB

True especially since SanDisk announced MicroSD 128GB Class 10 XC today as well

Tsegz, false. Google doesn't allow installing in MicroSD but AOSP builds do considering Nokia has it on the X,X+XL

[ This Message was edited by: Supa_Fly on 2014-02-24 09:38 ]

What I'm talking about is Google's version of Android where they have put these limits.

You can go ahead and load up a 128MicroSDXC, but you will still run into memory issues with just 16GB internal, especially if you do a lot of Gaming, Instagram, Vine etc...you'll be shocked at how much data social network apps,and games store in your phone. When I formatted my phone yesterday I checked in File Manager to see what I must backup to SD, found a ton of my Instagram Videos, WhatsApp pics+vids, Vine vids etc... Thankfully I have 32GB internal so I didn't run out of memory, still had +18GB left, but you can see how this can become an issue overtime with just 16GB internal.

Anyway, great job by Sony in everything else, looking forward to seeing how the Snapdragon 801 performs against the 800.

Posted by nikola1970

On 2014-02-24 11:12:53, CrownedAkuma wrote:

On 2014-02-24 10:56:21, Xajel wrote:

On 2014-02-24 10:26:32, jjjajjj wrote:
http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/products/phones/xperia-z2/
600 pound !!!!

[ This Message was edited by: jjjajjj on 2014-02-24 09:27 ]

WTF

[ This Message was edited by: CrownedAkuma on 2014-02-24 10:16 ]

It's 599€!

http://www.sonymobile.com/de/products/phones/xperia-z2/

Posted by CrownedAkuma

On 2014-02-24 11:23:36, nikola1970 wrote:

On 2014-02-24 11:12:53, CrownedAkuma wrote:
This is good news:3
I was interested in Z1 but got turned down from Screen and Speaker... this time everything is better... Maybe is the time to pass to Xperia with this Z2...

IN THE REST OF EUROPE IS 699 euro

WTF

It's 599€!

http://www.sonymobile.com/de/products/phones/xperia-z2/

From XperiaBlog

"Like what you’re seeing with the newly announced Sony Xperia Z2 (C650X)? Well it is not going to come cheap. Sony Mobile has updated the official pricing for its new flagship for Europe and it shows some divergent pricing. In the UK, the Xperia Z2 will set you back £599, whilst in Germany it will be €599 – for some reason there is no difference despite different currencies.

In most other regions in Europe (France, Italy and Spain), the Xperia Z2 will set you back €699. In the Netherlands, you can pick one up for €649, whilst in Sweden it will be SEK 5,995. Sony always price their flagships high, but hopefully it will be at a more respectable level shortly after launch. "

http://www.xperiablog.net/201[....]A+XperiaBlog+%28Xperia+Blog%29

[ This Message was edited by: CrownedAkuma on 2014-02-24 10:32 ]

Posted by nikola1970
Oh, i see. Damn, that's expensive.

Posted by CrownedAkuma
Yes...

BTW in this video they shw the official Case for Xperia Z2
https://www.youtube.com/watch[....]detailpage&v=BsgJWwnTz-o#t=809

Posted by Tsepz_GP

On 2014-02-24 11:31:59, CrownedAkuma wrote:

On 2014-02-24 11:23:36, nikola1970 wrote:

WTF

It's 599€!

http://www.sonymobile.com/de/products/phones/xperia-z2/

[ This Message was edited by: CrownedAkuma on 2014-02-24 10:32 ]

JEEZ LIKE!

Converting every single one of those to the South African Rand (ZAR) gave me a higher figure than what I paid for my GS4 on launchday. Hopefully that price drops very quickly, and I hope other flagships don't follow in this sort of pricing, not nearly as bad as how Nokia used to price the Nokia E90 and some other flagships back in its heyday.

Posted by CrownedAkuma

On 2014-02-24 11:49:55, Tsepz_GP wrote:

JEEZ LIKE!

Samsung S5 is rumored to be 729 euro in italy...!! the prince are going higher

BTW
Accesories for the Z2, and others Sony devices....

Style Cover Stand SCR10

Bluetooth® Speaker with Magnetic Charging Pad BSC10

This seems AWESOME I'll buy it for sure
"Versatile style
Enhance your Xperia with this smart and versatile stylish accessory. It gives you the best entertainment audio, a calling experience that’s hard to match and easy and effective charging. BSC10 charging pads are designed to accurately accommodate Xperia smartphones and tablets that have magnetic charging connectors.
Convenient call-handling
You can use the BSC10 to make and take calls. When a call comes in press the call key to answer and get an in-the-room calling experience. The sound quality is great, you’re free to move about and you can use the BSC10 for video calls and chat. You can also use the BSC10 speakerphone for round-the-table conference calls.
Touch to connect
Pair and connect your Xperia to this innovative Bluetooth® speaker simply by touching one device to the other. With Sony Smart Connect, you decide what happens when you connect to BSC10. Your favourite entertainment app, web browser or music player."

Bluetooth® Keyboard with Cover Stand BKC10

[ This Message was edited by: CrownedAkuma on 2014-02-24 11:03 ]

Posted by motvikt

On 2014-02-24 11:49:55, Tsepz_GP wrote:
JEEZ LIKE!

But the Rand is very weak right now.

The launch price seems fine to me. Will probably drop down to 500 euro in a month or so (in sweden at least). The Verge has a great video showing the Z2 (and vlad seems really excited for a change)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sk9qi6V9Lu4

Posted by amirprog
@CrownedAkuma
yeah, the official sony case looks gorgeous and gives REAL protection AND can be used as a stand AND with dock station and with the sony logo on the front it looks premium. would be nice if they offer different leather materials to choose from.

Posted by goldenface
Very expensive but I am loving all the new accessories, some of which should work with my old current Xperia Z.

Posted by Tsepz_GP

On 2014-02-24 12:24:01, motvikt wrote:

On 2014-02-24 11:49:55, Tsepz_GP wrote:
JEEZ LIKE!

Indeed it is. I was converting to when it was stronger, so multiplied the Euro by 12 and Pound by 14, I'd hate to do a direct conversion to now, I'm sure the price would be at around R9,500-R10,000.

Posted by Xajel
Cool, I liked the cases, looks premium and luxurious also...

wondering if it's possible to have a version with a window like Samsung S-View...

Posted by CrownedAkuma
The screen looks BEYOND GORGEOUS... probably the best screen in the market... up there with HTC One and iPhone 5

Those colours... the live wallpapers are great

Also happy to hear they used the latest chip avaible, the s801...! this is a great sign...

Posted by alexander87

On 2014-02-24 13:06:02, CrownedAkuma wrote:
The screen looks BEYOND GORGEOUS... probably the best screen in the market... up there with HTC One and iPhone 5

Those colours... the live wallpapers are great

Also happy to hear they used the latest chip avaible, the s801...! this is a great sign...

It's http://www.sonymobile.com/glo[....]xperia-z2/specifications/#tabs

MMS8974AB - S800 but it's like 30GFLOPS faster than the first gen S800 so, it's still a beast

Posted by Xajel
There's still some confusion regarding the SoC...

The press release mentions the chipset as Snapdragon 801, while the whitepaper mentions AB, the clockspeed makes it AB not AC...

AnandTech.com says that 801 should be AC not AB, is there's a possibility that 801 has two versions ?

Posted by Bonovox
Windows Phone has apps to SD card in next update

Posted by Ranjith
Loving the phone..cant wait to get it!

On 2014-02-24 13:43:00, Bonovox wrote:
Windows Phone has apps to SD card in next update

Any reason why Google took this option off?

Posted by Miki69
"Yes, the film was removed from the front and rear. Two plates of tempered glass cover of a metal frame, double-anodized - note the color of the metal parts, silver and black at the end of next." Mobile-review

If true this alone is a great news to me!

Cheers,
Miki

Posted by Bonovox
I do wish Sony would use one colour back and front rather than white back and black front

Posted by CrownedAkuma

On 2014-02-24 14:51:00, Bonovox wrote:
I do wish Sony would use one colour back and front rather than white back and black front

+1...
the T2 Ultra has a single colour and it looks way better... IMHO

EDIT
Like This

[ This Message was edited by: CrownedAkuma on 2014-02-24 14:42 ]

Posted by ardian

Original

Posted by CrownedAkuma

On 2014-02-24 15:37:01, ardian wrote:
EPIC PICS
Original

HOT AS HELL...
DAT SCREEN

In Another News
I checked the pre order page for Xperia Z2 aaaand it says that the box will contain...
- Z2 (obvious)
- Screen Protector (Separated from the Phone )
- Xperia Transfer EC310 (The cable you can use to transfer files from other phones to an Xperia One)
- EP880 (the normal USB charger)
- MDRNC31EM (the earphones with Noise Cancelling feature)
- another USB cable

Except for the fact that they still do not give a magnetic connector included this are all good news

[ This Message was edited by: CrownedAkuma on 2014-02-24 14:48 ]

Posted by ardian

Original

Posted by tai020381
Chinese review.

http://www.eprice.com.tw/mobi[....]87/1/rv/sony-xperia-z2-review/

There's photos taken by the camera intelligent auto mode, the quality is a lot better than Z1's current quality, and I hope Z1 can do the same after kitkat update!~

http://timg.eprice.com.tw/tw/[....]8c88027b7313cfd82428d4fori.JPG

http://timg.eprice.com.tw/tw/[....]7da6dd16d5d1465e7f3ca1cori.JPG

Posted by Gitaroo
not sure if its actually better, still ton's of noise, but file size being bigger is a good sign of compression artifact being reduced.