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moogoo
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to say that it's "independent" would mean that it shouldn't be the WCD9385, but something could be lost in translation. I think the biggest evidence against it being any special type of Sony developed DAC is that Sony did NOT bring any attention to it in their marketing material or product announcement.
I think we can probably very safely assume it's not a special DAC in any way, whatever it is.
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goldenface
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More info. . . .
https://www.qualcomm.com/prod[....]mer/audio/mobile-audio/wcd9385
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tai020381
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Battery life actually on par with xperia 1vi
https://www.phonearena.com/ne[....]battery-life-revealed_id170471 |
Maratonmannen
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On 2025-05-16 18:53:08, moogoo wrote:
On 2025-05-16 18:40:36, goldenface wrote:
Don't see why not. It's a good as reason as any to visit Japan (what a great place to test out the camera). 
me and goldenface going to Japan for new phones. confirmed.
Sounds pretty cool. 
Are the Japanese phones manufactured with the same frequency bands as we use in US & UK for 5G?
And are all languages like English and Swedish included in the Japanese made phones?
And last, do the Japanese made phones come with worldwide warranty?
I´m thinking of import the 1 VII 16GB/512GB version. 
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moogoo
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On 2025-05-18 13:01:19, Maratonmannen wrote:
Sounds pretty cool.
Are the Japanese phones manufactured with the same frequency bands as we use in US & UK for 5G?
And are all languages like English and Swedish included in the Japanese made phones?
And last, do the Japanese made phones come with worldwide warranty?
I´m thinking of import the 1 VII 16GB/512GB version.
[ This Message was edited by: Maratonmannen on 2025-05-18 12:03 ]
Hahah. As i began to read your post, I knew that your inquiry was a preface to possibly importing the 16GB/512GB version haha.
1. I checked the VII product page on Sony Japan and it lists the bands. They work for me in the US, so I would assume the UK too. This information is specifically for the SIM FREE model that is sold at the Sony Store in Japan.
5G: n1, n3, n5, n28, n41, n66, n77, n78,n79
4G LTE: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 21, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 66
3G: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 19
2. As far as I know, you can add any of the supported Android languages at any time. They might not be on the phone by default, but you can always add a language to the phone and set it as primary, which will change the entire phone experience to the primary language.
3. As far as i know, the warranty is only valid in the region where it is purchased. If sony doesn't release it in the US, technically I don't think i'll have a sony warranty if i purchase it in the US unless the seller offers one. If I get it in Japan, maybe I can get a tourist warranty, but not sure if those apply to xperia. I'll have to ask sony japan customer service at some point. time difference makes it difficult but i'll give it a go.
[ This Message was edited by: moogoo on 2025-05-18 15:04 ] moogoo
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moogoo
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GSMarena says the VII battery is worse than the VI. goes to show these tests are not that reliable for exact expectations but more for general range of expected battery life.
moogoo
Nokia 5160 -> Nokia 8260 -> SE T68i -> SE K700i -> SE Z710 -> SE Xperia X10a -> Sony Xperia S -> Sony Xperia Z1 -> Sony Xperia XZ -> Sony Xperia XZ Premium -> Sony Xperia 1ii
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Maratonmannen
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On 2025-05-18 15:48:38, moogoo wrote:
Hahah. As i began to read your post, I knew that your inquiry was a preface to possibly importing the 16GB/512GB version haha.
1. I checked the VII product page on Sony Japan and it lists the bands. They work for me in the US, so I would assume the UK too. This information is specifically for the SIM FREE model that is sold at the Sony Store in Japan.
5G: n1, n3, n5, n28, n41, n66, n77, n78,n79
4G LTE: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 21, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 66
3G: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 19
2. As far as I know, you can add any of the supported Android languages at any time. They might not be on the phone by default, but you can always add a language to the phone and set it as primary, which will change the entire phone experience to the primary language.
3. As far as i know, the warranty is only valid in the region where it is purchased. If sony doesn't release it in the US, technically I don't think i'll have a sony warranty if i purchase it in the US unless the seller offers one. If I get it in Japan, maybe I can get a tourist warranty, but not sure if those apply to xperia. I'll have to ask sony japan customer service at some point. time difference makes it difficult but i'll give it a go.
[ This Message was edited by: moogoo on 2025-05-18 15:04 ]
Thanks!
1. My 5G operator uses the n78 band.
2. I checked my 1 VI, and yes, it´s possible to add a language.
3. Doesn't look hopeful.
Spigen AlignMaster for 1 VII is listed on Amazon. And it´s the same as for 1 VI. I already have 4 of them.
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Maratonmannen
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On 2025-05-18 15:48:38, moogoo wrote:
2. As far as I know, you can add any of the supported Android languages at any time. They might not be on the phone by default, but you can always add a language to the phone and set it as primary, which will change the entire phone experience to the primary language.
A second thought of the language.
If the default system language is Japanese when the phone is first started, it might be challenging to navigate the settings and change the language to Swedish. Additionally, it would be helpful to confirm whether the Swedish language can be added as an option.
This could likely be verified once the phone is in your hand.
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moogoo
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On 2025-05-19 14:39:04, Maratonmannen wrote:
A second thought of the language.
If the default system language is Japanese when the phone is first started, it might be challenging to navigate the settings and change the language to Swedish. Additionally, it would be helpful to confirm whether the Swedish language can be added as an option.
This could likely be verified once the phone is in your hand.
Luckily for you, you have a VI that can be used with google lens translate, so you can navigate the system settings. haha. Even without google lens translate, i'm sure you could figure it out. the options are generally in the same spots. But, if you needed a tutorial walkthrough in japanese, I could put one together.
As for Swedish, i'm confident it can be added since adding languages is an android base feature. I like how you're already putting a VII in my hands already! I haven't even purchased my plane tickets. haha
[ This Message was edited by: moogoo on 2025-05-19 16:57 ] moogoo
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moogoo
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Okay. VII is on sale now from Sony Japan
The 12GB/256GB model is Y204,600 (~$1400 USD).
The 12GB/512GB model is Y218,900 (~$1500 USD).
The 16GB/512GB model is Y234,300 (~$1600 USD).
These prices are all tax inclusive. Not sure if there is a duty free option if you were to go to Japan and buy it and how much that would be.
Looks like there is NO headphone bundle at all. Blows my mind actually. But considering the UK version is equivalent to $1800 USD for the 12GB/256GB model, I'm ok with not having headphones. I think the price from Sweden was the cheapest I could find and even that was $1600 USD with the headphones. I'd rather pay that and get the higher spec'd model.
Sony Japan does not ship internationally. You cannot order online unless you live in Japan. You can buy from a Sony Store in Japan. They offer an Xperia Care plan, but it's unclear whether that warranty covers you if you live in a different country.
There you have it. So, who is going to Japan?
moogoo
Nokia 5160 -> Nokia 8260 -> SE T68i -> SE K700i -> SE Z710 -> SE Xperia X10a -> Sony Xperia S -> Sony Xperia Z1 -> Sony Xperia XZ -> Sony Xperia XZ Premium -> Sony Xperia 1ii
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goldenface
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The 256 model is available for £1399 with free headphones.
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herasymcuk
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From what I learned by investigating, each Sony store sells exclusively in the country of origin. On eBay there are already 3/4 importers who do not yet know the origin of the imported model (most likely Hong Kong). Clearly without bundled headphones and without, above all, the original Sony cover. Some national Amazons (not all) allow shipping (I am referring to the cover) to other countries other than the country of origin. |
moogoo
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On 2025-05-20 08:51:50, goldenface wrote:
The 256 model is available for £1399 with free headphones.
[ This Message was edited by: goldenface on 2025-05-20 07:52 ]
Yes that's what I was referring to. That's $1800 US and that's before shipping and ...ugh tariffs
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Maratonmannen
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This sounds great!
I have checked Amazon.jp, but I can´t see it´s listed yet.
Those on eBay are 12GB/512GB, none 16GB/512GB yet.
Headphones is nothing I have use for.
Now I have no idea where to order.
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funkadopest
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On 2025-05-18 15:48:38, moogoo wrote:
On 2025-05-18 13:01:19, Maratonmannen wrote:
Sounds pretty cool.
Are the Japanese phones manufactured with the same frequency bands as we use in US & UK for 5G?
And are all languages like English and Swedish included in the Japanese made phones?
And last, do the Japanese made phones come with worldwide warranty?
I´m thinking of import the 1 VII 16GB/512GB version.
[ This Message was edited by: Maratonmannen on 2025-05-18 12:03 ]
Hahah. As i began to read your post, I knew that your inquiry was a preface to possibly importing the 16GB/512GB version haha.
1. I checked the VII product page on Sony Japan and it lists the bands. They work for me in the US, so I would assume the UK too. This information is specifically for the SIM FREE model that is sold at the Sony Store in Japan.
5G: n1, n3, n5, n28, n41, n66, n77, n78,n79
4G LTE: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 21, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 66
3G: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 19
2. As far as I know, you can add any of the supported Android languages at any time. They might not be on the phone by default, but you can always add a language to the phone and set it as primary, which will change the entire phone experience to the primary language.
3. As far as i know, the warranty is only valid in the region where it is purchased. If sony doesn't release it in the US, technically I don't think i'll have a sony warranty if i purchase it in the US unless the seller offers one. If I get it in Japan, maybe I can get a tourist warranty, but not sure if those apply to xperia. I'll have to ask sony japan customer service at some point. time difference makes it difficult but i'll give it a go.
[ This Message was edited by: moogoo on 2025-05-18 15:04 ]
Looks like it's lacking all the 5g high-band (mmWave), no n260 and n261 used by US carriers and only some of the low-band and mid-band...might result in spoty 5g coverage and fall back on LTE
You can check the compatibility of the vii with your US carrier here
https://www.kimovil.com/en/frequency-checker/US/sony-xperia-1-vii
And even with all that said, if the phone is not approved by your network it might just end being blocked, the last xperia that worked with AT&T (which is my carrier) was the xperia V
https://www.att.com/scmsasset[....]ces-working-on-att-network.pdf
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