XZ1 build materials

[Ace31]

Are the top & bottom sides of Xperia XZ1 are also metal? Because it's said that XZ1 has a full unibody metal. Just want to clarify it. Thanks!

[gemini85]

No, it's not metal. It's plastic. 

"The top and bottom also had to be finished in plastic, and are thus colored in a slightly different shade than the rest of the body. They are also curved now, Instead of flat as on most of the Xperia lineup lately." - GSM Arena XZ1 review.

[kenny-tetsuya]

Hi all,

I would assume that the XZ1 is also using the Alkaleido metal, but Sony did not promote this for the XZ1. So I'm just suspicious about my assumption. 

[Lord_viridis]

I'll put in a request for information regarding the top and bottom pieces.

[kenny-tetsuya]

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@Viridis wrote:

I'll put in a request for information regarding the top and bottom pieces.

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so the main body is Alkaleido?

[Ace31]

Thanks. Just keep me posted.

[Lord_viridis]

As soon as I have the info, I'll post it here for you.

[Lord_viridis]

   So I've recieved some info, that the main cover of the Xperia™ XZ1, which covers the back and sides, is made of metal (aluminium alloy). The top and bottom are made of plastic.