Why Xperia ZR is under Legacy & Low Activity Devices category? isn't it odd for a relatively new device?
omidz said:
Why Xperia ZR is under Legacy & Low Activity Devices category? isn't it odd for a relatively new device?
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Xperia Z ZL and ZR are 3 siblings out of which Z is the most active forum. most devs are working on Z and then some devs port it to ZL and ZR
thats why its low activity device
omidz said:
Why Xperia ZR is under Legacy & Low Activity Devices category? isn't it odd for a relatively new device?
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siurabhp is right, most devs only do Z modding, some devs port the mods to ZL and ZR. However, out of the 3 siblings, ZR is the most difficult to port to, because unlike Z and ZL which have 1080p screen, ZR has 720p:good:
So basically this means ZR owners have fewer options in custom ROMs and have to wait longer to get new ones (if by any chance someone port it), right?
omidz said:
So basically this means ZR owners have fewer options in custom ROMs and have to wait longer to get new ones (if by any chance someone port it), right?
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yes u r right. I had xperia SP and its forum was much more active than XZR. i really wonder what made me chose XZR should have gone for z1
Same story here. Switched my SP for ZR, not very happy now ?
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omidz said:
Same story here. Switched my SP for ZR, not very happy now ?
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I bought ZR as soon as it came out- just because there was no alternative (waterproof, compact size).
I wonder how the Z3 Compact will do compared to ZR.
heikis said:
I bought ZR as soon as it came out- just because there was no alternative (waterproof, compact size).
I wonder how the Z3 Compact will do compared to ZR.
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LOL I didn't think as much as you guys do. I brought it because of three reasons.
Consideration:
ALL handsets -(i want android)- ALL androids -(i want sony flagships, because i watch TV at my bath)- Sony Z series -(i want removable battery)- xperia ZR:good::good:
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omidz said:
Same story here. Switched my SP for ZR, not very happy now ?
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Come'on man you kidding me? Hey at least you get to taste Nestlie's proudest(not anymore) chocolate bar, AND an update to this bar!!:laugh:
Well the phone itself is absolutely an improvement and im totally happy with it; but i think the development area needs more love ?
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I think if XDA would have gave XZR its own category, not under 'legacy and low activity devices' we would have more developers for our device
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omidz said:
I think if XDA would have gave XZR its own category, not under 'legacy and low activity devices' we would have more developers for our device
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I hope you are right. However, the "get out of legacy category" equals "more developers" logic is somewhat flawed. Because developing for ZR isn't paying off!:crying:
I would definitely donate for a good and reliable ROM. Better investment than upgrading my phone
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Hi guys i decided to get a new phone recently and i am between the Z and the ZR
They are extremely similar with someminor differences so i thought to ask here
Which one do u recommend?
The Z has larger screen and rsolution and looks better
The zr has more battery juice and its replacable and more comfortable to hold in hand
Could u guys help me with this ever help is much appreciated
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super-user2.3 said:
Hi guys i decided to get a new phone recently and i am between the Z and the ZR
They are extremely similar with someminor differences so i thought to ask here
Which one do u recommend?
The Z has larger screen and rsolution and looks better
The zr has more battery juice and its replacable and more comfortable to hold in hand
Could u guys help me with this ever help is much appreciated
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http://www.gsmarena.com/compare.php3?idPhone1=5421&idPhone2=5204 - Here is your answer. :highfive:
For me ZR is better + compact.
I would say the ZR is better. The specs are nearly identical but the ZR has better battery life and is more compact which is what's important to me. The only thing that would make the Z better than the ZR for some people is the screen size, but i just don't want a phone with a 5inch screen.
For me, ZR is:
*Perfect in Size
*removable battery
*the camera result better than Z (in my opinion)
*better contrast (in my opinion too)
What i dont like in Z :
*5inch is too big for me
*too much issue (i've seen so much report from Z user in forum like Screen Cracking it self, Overheating, etc)
*Non-Removable Battery+Drain so fast
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Larger screen = prone cracking inside youre pocket
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Thankx aloooooot guyz that really helped
Appreciate it
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Hey guyz i got my ZR just today and it is EPPIC but i was wondering does the phone support usb flash drives vis USB-OTG.? Cuz it's an expensive adaptor in my hometown and i dont want to waste money
Every help is much appreciated
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Yes
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Is it now possible for devs to port over some z2 apps for non rooted devices that we are both on KitKat now?
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Of curse, just buy the Z2 and send it to a Dev, it will be happy to do it.
eclyptos said:
Of curse, just buy the Z2 and send it to a Dev, it will be happy to do it.
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Wouldnt really find that completly necessary considering they have the system dump and apps are already available for the rooted devices, and theyve also been able to get the Xperia z2 live wallpaper over before the KK release too
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I know for sure we will get all from Z2, just a little of time and patience. Devs are working on it.
Is is worth buying the Xperia V nearly 2 years after release and use it as an mp3 player and toy for satisfy my obsession with flashing various ROMS?
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If you're only using it for those purposes then it'll more than suffice for that
Better off with a moto g imo
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Unknownkj said:
Better off with a moto g imo
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Will hard to dismiss / reject one another Xperia unit in the collection..
Thinking about ordering it next week..
If you like to flashing, buy the flagship one, like xperia Z, there are many developer on that forum...
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Destroyedbeauty said:
Is is worth buying the Xperia V nearly 2 years after release and use it as an mp3 player and toy for satisfy my obsession with flashing various ROMS?
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If you still would like to have a waterproof one,then go for Xperia Z series (depends on your budget to choose),all were waterproof...
Ben Ling said:
If you still would like to have a waterproof one,then go for Xperia Z series (depends on your budget to choose),all were waterproof...
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I already have the Xperia Z1 C6903 + Tablet Z Wifi Only (Pollux_Windy device) in my collection. Did own the first Z a couple of months ago, but sold it, and got a special retail deal on the Z1 instead. Will get the Z2 once I am visiting Turkey in the end of May..
people what do you think of the new Android L?
do you think we will be able to the run the dev-preview on our Z ahead of time?
have you seen that the aosp build in the presentation got a battery saver mode?
basically i could post a lot of questions but what i really wanna know is your opinion and your ideas about it. btw do you guys think as this will be a major release that we will get it from sony as well?
here is one of the sources i read about:
http://www.gsmarena.com/google_announces_andriod_l_developer_preview-news-8864.php
and of course our portal
http://www.xda-developers.com/android/a-closer-look-at-the-user-interface-changes-in-android-l/
If Sony wants to to remove the "Sony doesn't update old devices " tag they have, they need to update the original Z line (Z, ZL, ZR and Tablet Z) to it. But, as off now, no news regarding Nexus 4, which has the same processor as ours. Let's wait until Sony give us a pronouncement regarding that...
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Don't expect much, the Z already got 2 updates. 4.3 and 4.4. Sony thinks their job is done now. We could just run an AOSP build once they're running.
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Knucklessg1 said:
Don't expect much, the Z already got 2 updates. 4.3 and 4.4. Sony thinks their job is done now. We could just run an AOSP build once they're running.
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Except for us with the Unlockable Bootloader. =/
We received 3 Android upgrades actually.
The phone shipped with 4.1.2, then we got 4.2.2, 4.3 and now 4.4.2. ?
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If Sony would support our Z for the 18 months, there is a possibility that we might get it.
They really need to get rid of their "bad" image regarding updates.
Doesn't matter either way, would be nice to run it, but the fact is some of the benefits won't be there for our hardware, and most of us will be due a new phone by then.
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HTC says they will bring it to HTC one m7.......
http://blog.htc.com/2014/06/htc-advantage-google-io/
anyone able to get the hardware requirements? @kingvortex i know it's great, it's my first flagship device i am really happy with all the updates and roms and developers and stuff.
so you guys definitely think we will be able to run android L with or without sony?
Without, I'm sure. With Sony? Maybe not so fast. System Requirements, weren't even mentioned. But it will be running on phones cheaper than the Moto E, which is already extremely cheap by itself, so I think the Xperia Z (and brothers) will handle it just fine.
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Knucklessg1 said:
Don't expect much, the Z already got 2 updates. 4.3 and 4.4. Sony thinks their job is done now. We could just run an AOSP build once they're running.
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Yeah, but the problem with AOSP is bad Google camera (no Sony camera ported yet) and no FM radio
Kexec is very close to complete functionality for the Z1. This will enable unlockable Xperias to run any custom kernels
This is the thread on Kexec if you're interested in keeping up with development. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2495152
[dev][kernel][kexec]
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Android L is said to come to Xperia Z officially.. Probably the last update.. But i think its a major upgrade in terms of UI.. Its already known that Android L's UI includes a lot of Sony APIs and CM APIs.. With LG also working along, i think it will be very good.. And 4.4.2 was a initial major upgrade from Jelly Bean fw's.. And things got well in 4.4.3.. I think Android L would be less buggy and would bring more performance and system stability because of ART only.. I think it will be a big upgrade..
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Android L is said to come to Xperia Z officially.. Probably the last update.
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Source? I can't find an announcement from Sony anywhere.
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@kingvortex thx wanted to ask the same
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Source? I can't find an announcement from Sony anywhere.
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My mistake.. Its LIKELY to arrive.. :silly:
http://au.ibtimes.com/articles/5570...e-android-l-xperia-z2-tablet.htm#.U65oLNKSwrs
But i am sure it WILL.. Coz XZ is a premium device under Z2 and ZU.. And SP too..
Android L is so freaking fast and nice, just flashed it onto my N5.
It simply has to come to the Z.
tOrNadO™ said:
My mistake.. Its LIKELY to arrive.. :silly:
http://au.ibtimes.com/articles/5570...e-android-l-xperia-z2-tablet.htm#.U65oLNKSwrs
But i am sure it WILL.. Coz XZ is a premium device under Z2 and ZU.. And SP too..
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So, a guess from a random website based on what Sony did with KitKat. Previous update schedules don't affect the likelihood either way of getting newer versions of Android.
Tommy-Geenexus said:
Android L is so freaking fast and nice, just flashed it onto my N5.
It simply has to come to the Z.
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It would be great, but I have doubts that it will. HTC are talking about providing it for some of their devices 90 days after release. If Sony were to even follow such a fast schedule then it takes us well outside of the supposed 18 months of support for Android devices.
I hope they surprise us though. ?
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kingvortex said:
So, a guess from a random website based on what Sony did with KitKat. Previous update schedules don't affect the likelihood either way of getting newer versions of Android.
It would be great, but I have doubts that it will. HTC are talking about providing it for some of their devices 90 days after release. If Sony were to even follow such a fast schedule then it takes us well outside of the supposed 18 months of support for Android devices.
I hope they surprise us though. ?
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That would be great
tOrNadO™ said:
My mistake.. Its LIKELY to arrive.. :silly:
http://au.ibtimes.com/articles/5570...e-android-l-xperia-z2-tablet.htm#.U65oLNKSwrs
But i am sure it WILL.. Coz XZ is a premium device under Z2 and ZU.. And SP too..
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IbTimes is a trap site... Just don't trust anything that comes from them...
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It will be my first android device. Had been using Symbians and iPhones since ages.
When I was looking around, found Xperia line to be disgusting when I heard the reviews from my friends who are facing problems to get their batteries replaced. Sony center is asking for about 15000 rupees (half the phone's MRP).
Anyway, what do you guys suggest between Xperia ZR (available for very cheap 17k and a removable battery) v/s Note 3 Neo (about 27k) ?
My usage are centered on Web Browsing (3G) and Emails for 95% of times, rest 5% is texting, calls etc. No games, no movies/videos, etc. Have iPads for those.
Or some other device in the similar price range, you would like to recommend? (Not finding it worth to spend 35k+ for an android phone).
Any suggestion will be a great help !!
Get ZR.or moto x
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ZR is awesome, also check out Xperia SP, Huawei P6 and SAMSUNG Galaxy |||
Good luck
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omidz said:
ZR is awesome, also check out Xperia SP, Huawei P6 and SAMSUNG Galaxy |||
Good luck
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ZR is lot better than u mentioned
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