topic Re: Z1 Problems in Z Series

Z1 Problems

gino76ph — Tue, 29 Apr 2014 20:12:32 GMT

Hi there!

Was at a phone shop earlier this afternoon afternoon and there I was comparing the new HTC One M8, Galaxy S4, Galaxy S5 and the Xperia Z1 side by side. For some reason I fell in love with the Z1. Why? It was just the right size (5" screen), its very light, build quality seem topnotch, audio quality (with my headphones) was near amazing, camera quality seem excellent and it was quite fluid and performance seem spot on.

But I want to ask about the curreent 4.4.2 update and other issues.

1. There seem to be no "Stop All" option as regards stopping all apps in thr multitasking button

2. Heard of intermittent wifi disconnections and this problem of wifi signal getting significantly weak even at a not-so distance

3. Camera placment is just wrong. You have a 99.99% chance you will cover it when taking a photo

4. Speaker sound still sounded muffled because of this wtaerproof thing.

Any comments please? Thnks.

Re: Z1 Problems

_alexdon_ — Tue, 29 Apr 2014 20:40:01 GMT

1.You can swipe and remove them 1 by one.This is by default,we do not have stop all.

2.About wifi,I do not have problems.Maybe you should try one and see for yourself.

3.You can be careful not to cover the camera.You can forget about the placement when you take great pics.

4.If the phone is submerged,it needs some time to dry up and the speaker must dry up also.

Re: Z1 Problems

gino76ph — Wed, 30 Apr 2014 21:47:20 GMT

Speaking of the Z1 being "waterproof" i heard that it is not "true" waterproof. Meaning if you don't cover the ports with the flaps water will still enter isn't it? Yes or No?

And how about the headphone jack? If i say wash it in the sink for 10-30 seconds wwith plain water water would essentially enter the phone isn't it? Yes or No?

Re: Z1 Problems

_alexdon_ — Wed, 30 Apr 2014 22:27:06 GMT

Of course,water will enter the phone and the circuits will be damaged.A device cannot be completely waterproof,you need to seal it somehow.

About the 3.5 mm input,it seems that water can actually enter there without causing harm.

Re: Z1 Problems

gino76ph — Sun, 04 May 2014 09:37:24 GMT

So, is it entorely safe to wash the phone in the sink for say 10-20 seconds with the 3.5mm headphone jack open without the fear of internal damage?

Also, i heard of issues with the shatterproof glass. I heard it is not "true" shatterproff and scratchproof. And that i still need a "shatterproof screen protector". Is this true?

Re: Z1 Problems

_alexdon_ — Sun, 04 May 2014 09:46:02 GMT

There is ASF in case of damage of your screen,if it breaks,all the pieces are kept together.

You can wash the phone without covering the 3.5mm input,otherwise why would it be not covered?

Re: Z1 Problems

gino76ph — Sun, 04 May 2014 10:00:33 GMT

Sorry but what is ASF?

I always try my best and put my phone in the pocket without any keys or pen for safety.

SO does that mean the Z1 screen is safe from keys or sharp objects?

Re: Z1 Problems

_alexdon_ — Sun, 04 May 2014 10:05:59 GMT

No,it will still get scratches,but the screen is protected by the anti shatter film.

ASF means anti shatterproof film,which is applied from the factory on the screen.If you remove it,your screen warranty could be gone.

Re: Z1 Problems

gino76ph — Sun, 04 May 2014 10:15:44 GMT

SO that means the ASF is built-in to the screen or do i have to put it on when i purchased it?

Re: Z1 Problems

_alexdon_ — Sun, 04 May 2014 10:19:13 GMT

It is applied from the factory,you can remove it but it will most probably void warranty.You could apply a 2nd film,which will protect the first from scratches and if you really need to change the defaut one,you should only do it in a sony service.

Re: Z1 Problems

gino76ph — Sun, 04 May 2014 10:38:05 GMT

Would you advice me leaving the ASF alone and not put any other film over on top?

Re: Z1 Problems

_alexdon_ — Sun, 04 May 2014 10:40:35 GMT

I would advice you to leave the ASF alone and to put another film above it,for safety.

Re: Z1 Problems

gino76ph — Sun, 04 May 2014 10:43:09 GMT

Great. Thanks so much.

Re: Z1 Problems

_alexdon_ — Sun, 04 May 2014 10:45:40 GMT

Anytime.

Re: Z1 Problems

Jhoagland — Sun, 04 May 2014 12:23:22 GMT

Has anyone else had a problem with the ubs cover not sitting correct, I now have a cracked screen and the covers just hangging there phones only a couple of months old...

Re: Z1 Problems

gino76ph — Sun, 04 May 2014 13:03:53 GMT

Are flaps hanging off or coming loose or not closing properly a prevalent or semi-common problem?

Re: Z1 Problems

tovaris1 — Sun, 04 May 2014 15:32:09 GMT

I've bought very good quality glass screen protector above the ASF for £15. It's worth it.

Re: Z1 Problems

gino76ph — Sun, 04 May 2014 20:34:00 GMT

But was told not to bother with any more screen protectors on top of what the phone has.

Re: Z1 Problems

_alexdon_ — Sun, 04 May 2014 20:43:06 GMT

Who told you?I told you to leave the ASF alone,not to remove it and to place another film above it.

Re: Z1 Problems

gino76ph — Sun, 04 May 2014 20:44:29 GMT

Would a normal screen protector suffice?