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Do you use a protective case for xperia

I do know there are many debates around the Web about whether to use mobile protective or not.
Personally I love my TX without case.
What do you guys think about xperia's build design when it comes to drop resistant and the quality.
I apologize if this thread should have been posted under Q&A thread. Please move if need to be.
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Kirandev said:
I do know there are many debates around the Web about whether to use mobile protective or not.
Personally I love my TX without case.
What do you guys think about xperia's build design when it comes to drop resistant and the quality.
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I have a T, not a TX, and I don't use any kind of case. I don't like phone cases as a general rule.
I'm usually careful with my devices, so I've never needed one (touching wood...).
The T (and I suppose the TX) seem pretty solid; mine is 5 months old and looks like new.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1916161

Re: Do you use a protective case for xperia?
I dropped mine this week. Lost some paint on the left corner. Fml.
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Re: Do you use a protective case for xperia?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1916161
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I'm sorry, I don't understand why you posted that link. I wasn't asking a question, was just trying to have a discussion with the users.
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hmm,
is this a question
"What do you guys think about xperia's build design when it comes to drop resistant and the quality"
Or is this a question
"Do you use a protective case for xperia"
hmm....

Kirandev said:
I do know there are many debates around the Web about whether to use mobile protective or not.
Personally I love my TX without case.
What do you guys think about xperia's build design when it comes to drop resistant and the quality.
I apologize if this thread should have been posted under Q&A thread. Please move if need to be.
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I am using a case currently. It makes my T look less sexy because now it looks fat and has no curves (much like a fat lady ). But yeah I dropped my phone from below chest height back-first onto a tiled floor and nothing happened. Soo build quality should be good.

My Xperia Z scratches

I just bought a new Xperia z, few hours later my kid scratched it.. He never told me until I found the scratch... What a waste.... Is it a bad screen...??? Never found scratchesin my Lumia 920!!!!
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azharisadig said:
I just bought a new Xperia z, few hours later my kid scratched it.. He never told me until I found the scratch... What a waste.... Is it a bad screen...??? Never found scratchesin my Lumia 920!!!!
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The Xperia Z has many features, this is one of them:
The Xperia Z features tempered glass and anti-shatter film on the front and back, and high levels of dust and water resistance.
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Your son scratched a plastic surface.
Take it off, buy a screen protector, and replace.

The xperia z has a glued on anti shatter film that you can remove and replace with any screen protector of your choice. The only downside is that you lose the Sony logo
Press thanks if I have helped
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Yeah it's only the anti shatter film. But if you do remove it you will loose the Sony logo. Some people find that a plus. Also some reporting more responsive screen.
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Why the Sony logo does not come pressed on the screen but in the film?
Screen Technology?

BR4DOKYBrazil said:
Why the Sony logo does not come pressed on the screen but in the film?
Screen Technology?
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No one knows, we can only speculate...
Most people think that it's because it's cheaper this way.

BR4DOKYBrazil said:
Why the Sony logo does not come pressed on the screen but in the film?
Screen Technology?
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To emphasize on the importance of keeping the sheet in place as a part of the phone.
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DoCoMo for example put their logo in that position maybe it's a way to allow personalizations

graffus said:
DoCoMo for example put their logo in that position maybe it's a way to allow personalizations
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This. This is my guess. Sony doesn't have a history of cheating so I doubt that's the reason now.
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In another forum, a guy said he was part of screen technology, which because it is thin, it would be impossible to press the Sony logo.
He had posted a picture explaining!

Yeah really hate the fact the Sony logo is pressed on the film. It's the only reason why I haven't removed mine. I have a hard enough time already telling which way is the right way up. Just hope we don't see another omnibalace design from Sony. The bottom bezel looks much bigger than it should be.
I prefer on screen buttons but I thought that was meant to help reduce the chassis. Maybe Sony was absent at that meeting because the Z is certainly taller than it needs to be.
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If you look closer, you'll notice it has symmetrical proportions, so i guess sony guys had that on their minds... ZL is living prof that extra dimensions are here just cause pure esthetics. My only complain... they could have put larger battery also then...
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azharisadig said:
I just bought a new Xperia z, few hours later my kid scratched it.. He never told me until I found the scratch... What a waste.... Is it a bad screen...??? Never found scratchesin my Lumia 920!!!!
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I cant find anywhere on the net if the xperia logo on the back is pressed into the glass or the 'shatter-proof film'...the reason I ask is that I have protected my screen, but the back has small scratches. Ide hate to loose the xperia logo in an effort to renew its original luster with a new film...anyone know?
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The Xperia logo in thw back doesn't come out while removing the film.
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Check with your country's sony store if removing asf does void warranty before removing it.

Since Sony doesn't want people to remove the screen protector is there any type of anti fingerprint coding on it? I mean If I remove the screen protector will the screen be nice to use or will it just get all smudged in fingerprints that are impossible to remove?

matticitt said:
Since Sony doesn't want people to remove the screen protector is there any type of anti fingerprint coding on it? I mean If I remove the screen protector will the screen be nice to use or will it just get all smudged in fingerprints that are impossible to remove?
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No coating, just straight glass...but I'd recommend getting a matt finish (anti smudge) screen protector if u are going to remove.. Or unless ur screen is already scratched, simply apply it over the top of the factory one. Couldnt personally tell a difference in responsiveness by doing so.
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[Q] Without - Anti Shatter Film - display

Hi guys
Currently I'm using an s3 .. But am going to buy a new phone next month and I'm confused between Xperia Z and the Htc one
The only thing which I dont like about the Z is that when using the anti shatter film , the phone doesn't have good display from some angles ..
So I've searched alot to see if there is a difference in display after removing the anti shatter film .. But I found nothing
Any ideas ?
Thanks in advance
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Well I must say I removed mine the other day and in my eyes the screen colours look better and to be fair that was the best thing I done for my phone is to take that **** off from the screen.

I have still got mine on and sorry can you tell me what angle is meant to be bad because I can't find it (if you understand what I am saying)
I cannot fault the XZ I have just had it over 2 months and extremely happy with it
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Maddhouse said:
I have still got mine on and sorry can you tell me what angle is meant to be bad because I can't find it (if you understand what I am saying)
I cannot fault the XZ I have just had it over 2 months and extremely happy with it
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Hi mate
You can watch this video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GlhXpHULwys&feature=youtube_gdata_player
You can start from 3:30
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Make it clear that with the latest firmware update, the Xperia Z received a significant improvement in Question colors, angles and contrast of the screen!
I removed my ASF and noticed an improvement in the brightness of the screen!

and8res said:
Hi guys
Currently I'm using an s3 .. But am going to buy a new phone next month and I'm confused between Xperia Z and the Htc one
The only thing which I dont like about the Z is that when using the anti shatter film , the phone doesn't have good display from some angles ..
So I've searched alot to see if there is a difference in display after removing the anti shatter film .. But I found nothing
Any ideas ?
Thanks in advance
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dont take it off if you dont have a screen protector replacement...my god that screen attract more oil than my S3+S2 combine! its horrible for a flagship device..

Does anybody know if i can find an original film?Mine is very scratched and i don't want to lose the Sony logo.
Thank You

alexchris said:
Does anybody know if i can find an original film?Mine is very scratched and i don't want to lose the Sony logo.
Thank You
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It's apparently baked on the screen.
New screen if you want the Sony logo back.
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xchasa said:
It's apparently baked on the screen.
New screen if you want the Sony logo back.
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Sad, but true!
Do not have anywhere to sell!

" the phone doesn't have good display from some angles "
I think the Z's display is fantastic. The fact that the viewing angle is somewhat narrow has an upside in that ambient light seems to be blocked out more effectively.

jcarr1 said:
" the phone doesn't have good display from some angles "
I think the Z's display is fantastic. The fact that the viewing angle is somewhat narrow has an upside in that ambient light seems to be blocked out more effectively.
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not only that, but there are 2 things i don't understand with this "viewing angle craze":
1. what person uses their phone while looking at it from a narrow angle ?
i'd say that probably 99% of the time, everyone uses their phone looking more or less straight at the display.
2. when i look at the prices for extra foils that secure the device from people looking over your shoulder... i'd say we already have that feature for FREE !!! (you know, it's not a bug, it's a FEATURE ! ).
Also, from what i could see (and read) about FW .253 the "problem" seems to be mostly gone or can at least be minimized through the new display balance settings.
More importantly: as long as you don't have another phone to compare it with you, you most likely won't have as much of a problem with the display as everyone says.
At least i know that i don't have any problems with it, i actually love the display (but i had a Xperia Arc before, so the bigger, brighter screen with its hd resolution is rather impressive in comparrison :cyclops: )

M4cb3th said:
not only that, but there are 2 things i don't understand with this "viewing angle craze":
1. what person uses their phone while looking at it from a narrow angle ?
i'd say that probably 99% of the time, everyone uses their phone looking more or less straight at the display.
2. when i look at the prices for extra foils that secure the device from people looking over your shoulder... i'd say we already have that feature for FREE !!! (you know, it's not a bug, it's a FEATURE ! ).
Also, from what i could see (and read) about FW .253 the "problem" seems to be mostly gone or can at least be minimized through the new display balance settings.
More importantly: as long as you don't have another phone to compare it with you, you most likely won't have as much of a problem with the display as everyone says.
At least i know that i don't have any problems with it, i actually love the display (but i had a Xperia Arc before, so the bigger, brighter screen with its hd resolution is rather impressive in comparrison :cyclops: )
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The display is fantastic really.
Whilst flashing 253 update and wiping the z, I used my mint GS3 to do some work. Talk about an eye strain looking at text after using the Xperia Z for 2 months.
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M4cb3th said:
not only that, but there are 2 things i don't understand with this "viewing angle craze":
1. what person uses their phone while looking at it from a narrow angle ?
i'd say that probably 99% of the time, everyone uses their phone looking more or less straight at the display.
2. when i look at the prices for extra foils that secure the device from people looking over your shoulder... i'd say we already have that feature for FREE !!! (you know, it's not a bug, it's a FEATURE ! ).
Also, from what i could see (and read) about FW .253 the "problem" seems to be mostly gone or can at least be minimized through the new display balance settings.
More importantly: as long as you don't have another phone to compare it with you, you most likely won't have as much of a problem with the display as everyone says.
At least i know that i don't have any problems with it, i actually love the display (but i had a Xperia Arc before, so the bigger, brighter screen with its hd resolution is rather impressive in comparrison :cyclops: )
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i agree with you,, 99% smartphone users tend to view it straight on..(including me)
IMO for bad viewing angles as they say, well for me its a very good thing,, of course i dont want my seatmate or anyone reading what messages im reading on,, what if you have some transactions with and will probably they will knew about it cause of the better viewing angle.. privacy issues right..
when watching movies or photo viewing, ur not watching a movie tilted..always dead on..
and on topic with ASF,,,i suggest not to remove it.. protection for unwanted scratches yes, but the best thing to do put thin screen protctor on top ASF.. if it wont bother you..

G1_enthusiast said:
dont take it off if you dont have a screen protector replacement...my god that screen attract more oil than my S3+S2 combine! its horrible for a flagship device..
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Have you tried treating your screen with for example a car glass wax? Keeps it free from fingerprints for quite some time without the need to get a screen protector replacement.
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Do people put another screen protector on top of the anti shatter ?
My case came with screen protectors and I dunno if I should apply it
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Blabert said:
Have you tried treating your screen with for example a car glass wax? Keeps it free from fingerprints for quite some time without the need to get a screen protector replacement.
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no i try rain-x which have the same property but its still pretty bad.

[Q] Users with white Sony Xperia Z's - Quick Question

Hi,
Yeah ok I haven't searched if there's a thread on this (if so, don't worry Mods I'll close it). Quick question,
Those with the white Sony Xperia Z, Do you use a case and screen protector? I'm worried my XZ will change color in my jeans or black trousers... I'm particularly worried in the sides. Sony's quality is much better than HTCs so im just worried as im an ex HTC user.
Am I just worried over a silly matter or is it a problem?
Edit - They give us a screen protector... Do they know something we dont?
Thanks all.
Just got it today and im looking to port Sense 5.0 to it
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Good to see more devs here
I have the white Z,
3 months now without cover or screen protector and still like a new one.
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I've not seen many white XZ around Rome. But from what I've read on some forum that the only part slightly sensitive to external colours is the plastic around the glass. But it can be removed just washing it, nothing permanent seems... :good:

For my white Xperia Z i use front n back screen protection and Spigen ultra slim case...result. In perfect and like New condition peace-out :beer:
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Taylor_Swift said:
They give us a screen protector... Do they know something we dont?
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That's because there is a factory-applied anti-shatter film on top of the glass which is easier to scratch than the glass is (obviously), so they provide the screen protector because of anticipated higher demand of it.
Taylor_Swift said:
Just got it today and im looking to port Sense 5.0 to it
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Please don't
Also, your signature is ridiculously large.

Rekoil said:
That's because there is a factory-applied anti-shatter film on top of the glass which is easier to scratch than the glass is (obviously), so they provide the screen protector because of anticipated higher demand of it.
Please don't
Also, your signature is ridiculously large.
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Sorry. I do a lot of XDA work. Really? Sense 5 and Optimus UI would be awesome on the XZ
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Taylor_Swift said:
Sorry. I do a lot of XDA work. Really? Sense 5 and Optimus UI would be awesome on the XZ
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Hehe, I was just kidding. Definitely couldn't hurt!

I use the case mate tough case and a screen protector, works great and phone is in perfect condition.
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I've got a white Xperia Z for 4 mounths now with no case or screen protector, always in my pocket... no color change is noticeable

Thanks for putting the doubt out of my mind guys...
Cause im nice ill thank y'all
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gm007 said:
Good to see more devs here
I have the white Z,
3 months now without cover or screen protector and still like a new one.
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This :good:

You can rest easy on this one. I've had mine since the day 3 launched it on their network. No screen protector and no case, although I have a Poetic stand type case for watching videos but that's only been used twice, and not a scratch on the glass or a colour out of place. The only thing I would say is watch the plastic trim around the sides, luckily on the white one its hard to notice but of you drop it a few times the surface comes off.
Mines been dropped off a ladder at work onto concrete, fallen out my pocket whilst mountain biking and been run over by another bike, it's been pressure washed (although the little water sensor things did all turn red at that point) and it's been stood on.
I've never seen a phone that holds up this well to abuse since the old Nokia 3310.

do you still have plans for sense 5 port?

sinnerghost said:
do you still have plans for sense 5 port?
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Yeah... Just on hold
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How likely Xperia z screen get cracked if I bought one

I'm Planning to buy Xperia Z, the thing is that I heared about Screen getting cracked by itself, and i'm not satisfied with Xpetia ZL's Design
So If I bought Xperia Z, What is the percent that I Will get a cracked screen
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Never had problems with my XZ(actually three of them).
Were bited by my dog, nothing related to screen build qualities
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yousefs said:
I'm Planning to buy Xperia Z, the thing is that I heared about Screen getting cracked by itself, and i'm not satisfied with Xpetia ZL's Design
So If I bought Xperia Z, What is the percent that I Will get a cracked screen
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If you want it in percentage, then I'd say it will be around 0.25%
0.00001% will the screen crack without a reason.
Just make sure you have a screen protector and/or a case. I've got a case which protects 90% of the phone (only the sides are open and i've got a glass screen protector. So I'm not afraid AT ALL! when my phone falls.

I'll get screen protectors and cases, but, Google: Xperia Z screen Crack
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Xperia Cracked screen
yousefs said:
I'm Planning to buy Xperia Z, the thing is that I heared about Screen getting cracked by itself, and i'm not satisfied with Xpetia ZL's Design
So If I bought Xperia Z, What is the percent that I Will get a cracked screen
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I'll get screen protectors and cases, but, Google: Xperia Z screen Crack
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Hi,
I got my Xperia Z1 Compact yesterday. I even left the original screen protector on the device (untill I get the clear screen protector). And I put a Case-Mate Tough Case on the phone. So its safe I would say.
Within 24 hrs (10 of which were sleeping hours) I noticed a crack in the screen. The phone just lies on the table getting charged.
I contacted the retailer, and as I'm writing this message, I'm waiting for their answer. Anything less then new phone will statisfy me.
The phone hasn't actually been used, exept for a few whatsapps, and 3 calls.....
So, they say it is a great phone.....it is, but with cracking screens i don't know. As a matter of fact, I searched for Z1 Compact problems, but didn't find the self cracking screen issue's.....

Mine cracked from being carried in my pocket with case and screen protector. I think Sony is just inconsistent with build quality I would get something from another manufacturer even though I really liked the Z.
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