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Xperia™ Z Ultra | Big screen. Big entertainment.

Xperia™ Z Ultra – the largest display in the world’s slimmest Full HD smartphone

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Specification:
  • OS: Android 4.2.2 (upgradable to Android 4.3)
  • Chipset: Qualcomm MSM8974
  • CPU: Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 800 processor with 2.2 GHz quad-core CPUs
  • GPU: Adreno 330
  • RAM: 2GB
  • Capacity: 16GB Internal + microSD card support up to 64 GB
  • Display: 6.44” ~342ppi Full HD TRILUMINOS™ with OptiContrast™ panel
  • Screen Technology: Display for mobile powered by X-Reality™ (Current ROM temporary came with mobile Bravia® Engine 2)
  • Real Camera: 8 MP Auto Focus Sony Exmor RS for mobile with image stabiliser, 16x Digital Zoom & HDR photo & video
  • Front Camera: 2 MP, Exmor R, HD Video Recording (1080p)
  • Video: 4K Video Hardware Acceleration Playback
  • Durability: Waterproof (IP58) and Dust-Resistant (IP55), Ultra Slim durable design with Shatter Proof and Scratch-Resistant glass
  • Input: Write and sketch with any pencil and selected stylus or pen
  • Audio: 3D Surround Sound (VPT), ClearAudio+, Clear bass, Clear Phase™, Clear stereo, Dynamic normalizer, xLoud™ Experience
  • Network: LTE support for C6806 & C6833 | HSPA+ for C6802
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, Miracast™, dlna, MHL, Wi-Fi hotspot, Bluetooth 4.0 with A2DP, NFC
  • Radio: Stereo FM radio with RDS
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
  • USB: microUSB v2.0 (MHL), USB On-the-go
  • GPS: aGPS and GLONASS
  • Battery: Non-removable Li-Ion 3050 mAh battery
  • Battery Duration: Talk time Up to 16 hours , Standby time Up to 820 hours with Stamina Mode feature
  • Dimensions: 179 x 92 x 6.5 mm
  • Weight: 212g
  • Colors Availability: Black, White, Purple
Previous Version:

VersionTotal PostsTotal ViewsStart DateEnd Date
V 11,50638,93725 Jun 201327 July 2013
V 22,487108,66527 July 201311 August 2013


Current Firmware: 14.1.B.1.510 - Fake Hang & SOD Solution!
  • New UI Interface - Smooth, better than previous one.
  • White-Grey Setting background.
  • New added animation, new waiting animation design.
  • All UI corner slighly curve.
  • Small Apps can open more than one.
  • International keyboard finally support mini keyboard.
  • Favorite Contact image is big and clear.
  • Contact image is small when receiving/answering call.
  • New Messaging design.
  • New Alarm and Clock, New Calculator, New widget design.
  • X-Reality support, this really work out, as I notice it really sharpen my 720P video playback.
  • Camera Superior Auto mode working fine, but I feel previous .475 seems better slightly.
  • Overall extremely smoother than previous firmware.
Previous Firmware: 14.1.B.0.475
  • Lockscreen delay issue fixed.
  • Touchscreen over sensitiveness issue fixed.
  • Camera Quality improve a lot. Now it output nice without over post processing.
  • Battery improvement.
  • Smoothness improvement.
  • Screen not awake issue fixed.
  • Still base on old UI & no X-Reality support.
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Xperia™ Z Ultra | The World's 1st

“The world’s fastest smartphone processor”
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“The world’s largest full HD smartphone display”
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“The world’s slimmest full HD smartphone”
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Xperia™ Z Ultra | Features Overview



Ultra entertainment – anytime, anywhere

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The world’s largest Full HD smartphone display

The first Android smartphone with a 6.4” Full HD Display – and the first one ever to incorporate a TRILUMINOS™ Display with X-Reality for mobile – Xperia Z Ultra is the smartphone that takes you beyond your wildest dreams. The result? An on-the-go viewing experience that maximises everything.


Ultra slim, lightweight and waterproof

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The world’s slimmest Full HD smartphone

With its 6.5 mm body, reflective glass surface and at 212 grams, this premium big screen phone is impressively slim, light and slick.


The only waterproof Full HD smartphone

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IP55/IP58

Waterproof, dust resistant and with tough tempered glass coated with an anti-shatter film, this Android smartphone is much tougher than it looks.


Ultra entertainment. Ultra business. An ultra experience

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Experience 60% more

From reading e-books to browsing web pages – the Full HD display has been optimized so you can see and experience 60% more than most smartphones.

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Get precise

Xperia Z Ultra works with a pencil or stylus, and the super responsive screen lets you to write and sketch with precise accuracy.

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Increase productivity

An easy-toggle keyboard for one-handed input, plus multi-tasking apps that improve productivity help make this big screen Android smartphone the perfect business partner.




When only the best is good enough

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Full HD TRILUMINOS™ Display with X-Reality for mobile

Xperia Z Ultra is the big screen phone that uses the very latest screen technology developed by our BRAVIA® TV engineers. The large, high-resolution 6.4” Full TRILUMINOS™ Display with X-Reality for mobile comes with a 1920 x 1080 progressive scan, for incredibly crisp pictures free of jagged edges. Paired with a pixel density of 342 pixels per inch, you get pictures that are razor sharp and superiorly bright.


X-Reality for mobile

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For clearer, more vivid pictures

From low-resolution web videos to high-resolution movies − with Sony’s latest picture engine, exclusive X-Reality for mobile – everything you see on Xperia Z Ultra’s big screen is analysed and selectively processed to give clean, clear and lifelike pictures. Three unique noise reduction features work their magic prior to upscaling. While Sony’s intelligent display technology analyses each image to optimise pixels, texture, outline, colour, contrast and noise, creating the best viewing experience possible.


Blazing fast performance

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The world’s fastest smartphone processor

We’ve matched the latest Sony software with the all new, super powerful Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 800 processor. This advanced Quad-core processor is 75% faster than S4 Pro and gives you maximum power and speed with outstanding battery time – run multiple apps simultaneously, surf the web with little loading time, and stream videos without a break. The Snapdragon 800 processor is asynchronous, which means each core is powered independently. So you get the precise amount of power when you need it, without wasting power when you don’t.


Breathtaking graphics

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GPU: Adreno 330

Delivering up to 50% increased graphic performance (compare with Adreno 320), the updated Adreno 330 GPU (graphics processing unit) gives you the most advanced and visually stunning 3D games, and lets you browse the web lightning fast – all while using the lowest power consumption.


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Owner List | ~ PM me for add-in to owner list

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Xperia™ Z Ultra | Actual Look

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Phone Size | Comparison

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Flip Case | Free Gift from Sony Centre / Sony Mobile (1/Aug - 11/Aug)

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Lowyat Accessories Seller | For references

SellerThreadProduct
ping325https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2733540Case & Screen Protector
sakurazzhttps://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2925568Case & Screen Protector
tskhorhttps://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2928944Case & Screen Protector
-Lycus.trading-https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2921849Magnetic Charging Dock
CubixShoppehttps://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2910891Case & Screen Protector


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Development Section | XDA developers


XDA Official Section - http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=2441

Stock ROM - FTF - Generic Unbranded :

ROMAndroidModelRegionOrigin Thread
14.1.B.1.5104.2.2HSPA+Vietnamhttp://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2428641
14.1.B.1.5104.2.2HSPA+Taiwanhttp://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2422521
14.1.B.0.4754.2.2HSPA+Hong Konghttp://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2413982
14.1.B.0.4614.2.2HSPA+Hong Konghttp://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2380491



Root | Instruction rooting 14.1.B.1.510 firmware

Thanks a lot:

benny888 for providing root step and link using vRoot in .510 firmware.
thatisazam for providing extra step for switching Chinese vRoot superuser to Chainfire SuperSU.

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Backup TA | Do It! before plan unlocked your Bootloader

Backup TA tested & 100% backup & Restore successful. smile.gif

Backup TA Official Site - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598

Backup TA - FAQ
  • What is TA - TA is the partition where it get completely delete forever if you unlocked the bootloader.
  • Why TA is important - For future gain back the Bravia Engine, DRM when locked back the unlocked bootloader.
  • Why Backup TA - For restoring back the TA after bootloader is unlocked.
  • Backup TA requirement - Root access and make sure your bootloader haven't been unlocked yet.
  • When to Backup TA - Backup it after root access and before your 1st time unlocked the bootloader.
  • Is Backup TA working for already unlocked bootloader - No.
Xposed Framework

Credits to mafioso for the introduction. smile.gif Root required.
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FAQ Section

1. What to do during purchasing.
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2. What is Flashtool
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3. Will Factory Reset delete all your data?
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4. Is the screen over sensitive or inaccuracy touch input?
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5. Why unlocked bootloader?
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6. Any impact unlocked your bootloader?
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How Great Xperia™ Z Ultra Screen Are?

Xperia™ ZL v/s Xperia™ Z Ultra
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Benchmark | As References Only

Antutu
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Quadrant
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CPU Identifier
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3D Mark
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Vellamo
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Epic Citadel
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4K Video | Hardware Acceleration Playback.

The Powerful of Snapdragon 800 CPU + Adreno 330 GPU. The 1st 4K Video Hardware Acceleration Playback for mobile.

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Video Resolution: 3840 x 2160
Video Codec: H.264 / AVC / MPEG-4 AVC / MPEG-4 part 10
Video Bit rate: 50.0 Mbits/sec
Sound Codec: AAC - 48000 Hz
Sound Bit rate: 317.4 kbits/sec
Download: http://d01.megashares.com/dl/qnK5jj4/HD.Cl...-inn-60mbps.mp4


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Video Resolution: 2560 x 1440
Video Codec: H.264 / AVC / MPEG-4 AVC / MPEG-4 part 10
Video Bit rate: 33.1 Mbits/sec
Sound Codec: AAC - 48000 Hz
Sound Bit rate: 317.4 kbits/sec
Download: http://red.cachefly.net/TimeScapes4K2560p.mp4


** Recommended playback via MX Player with H/W+ support & Color format: RGB 32-bit under Settings - Decoder.
** Stock Video app also can playback both video nicely.


4K Video | How big 4K video are...

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Current 4K Video Hardware Acceleration Supported Phone:
  • Sony Xperia Z Ultra
  • Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE-A (the only S4 version support 4K video)
  • LG G2
  • Sony Xperia Z1 (announcing in coming 4/Sept, local 5/Sept)
  • Samsung Galaxy Note III (announcing in coming 5/Sept, local 6/Sept)
  • ZTE Grand Memo
  • HTC One Max - maybe if only HTC decide use Qualcomm Snapdragon 800


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14.1.B.1.510 Firmware Review


14.1.B.1.510 Firmware Review

New features & enhancement
  • New UI Interface - Smooth, better than previous one.
  • White-Grey Setting background.
  • New added animation, new waiting animation design.
  • All UI corner slighly curve.
  • Small Apps can open more than one.
  • International keyboard finally support mini keyboard.
  • Favorite Contact image is big and clear.
  • Contact image is small when receiving/answering call.
  • New Messaging design.
  • New Alarm and Clock, New Calculator, New widget design.
  • X-Reality support, this really work out, as I notice it really sharpen my 720P video playback.
  • Camera Superior Auto mode working fine, but I feel previous .475 seems better slightly.
  • Overall extremely smoother than previous firmware.


14.1.B.1.510 Fake Hang and SOD issue and prevent solution

I am pretty sure all 14.1.B.1.510 got this issue as few user already try.
It happen in Local Malaysia firmware or Taiwan base.

Below is how to rectified the problem exist and prevent solution.

How to make startup fake hang happen
  • Un-tick Optimised backlight and shutdown the phone.
  • Switch on the phone - you will facing the fake hang issue.
How to get SOD
  • After above scenario fake hang happen, wait until it load to phone, +/- 1 min.
  • Immediate locked the screen. Tada! Screen of Dead happen!
How to solved the issue
  • Force restart the phone - either take out the SIM card to let the phone auto restart itself or press and hold the red button beside SIM card and wait until 3 vibrate, the phone is switch off.
  • The fake hang still exist when the phone switching on, as usual wait +/-1 min to let the phone load in.
  • Tick back Optimised backlight and immediate shutdown the phone.
  • Now start the phone back, you will notice the fake hang during startup no longer happen.
  • No SOD also when locked and unlocked the screen.
Can we still not using the Optimised backlight?
  • YES - as long as you remember to tick back before plan to shutdown the phone.
Why I not prefer to use Optimised backlight?
  • The screen color more dull a bit and less pure black.
  • It is obvious noticeable when you slide left at App Drawer for more features of App Drawer, the dark grey will became bright grey in Optimised backlight.
Is SOD always happen
  • NO - It only happen when your boot-up facing fake hang issue.
  • Solution - always tick back Optimised Backlight before shutdown your phone until Sony solved it.


14.1.B.1.510- Others Issue
  • Chinese keyboard - swiping is not working when swipe in English at Small Keyboard layout.
  • Chinese keyboard - input not working proper when type in Chinese in certain website.


14.1.B.1.510 - Layout Screenshot

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Sample 14.1.B.1.510 Firmware Camera Shoot - all using Superior Auto

https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...post&p=62790958

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QUOTE(iAlien @ Aug 11 2013, 12:13 AM)
1st~ i guess~~

proud of it...i bring it out, lots of ppl looking at me (my phone actually)
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Yeah! The phone is awesome!

QUOTE(gin&tonic @ Aug 11 2013, 12:19 AM)
Will LTE version have LED flash?
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Nope.


QUOTE(takuyaSH @ Aug 11 2013, 12:21 AM)
I highly doubt so :S
But the camera actually works pretty decently, despite the noise.
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If yes! Sony sure get bomb!


QUOTE(valent5505 @ Aug 11 2013, 12:24 AM)
Hi everyone, may I know when the XZU LTE version will available in Malaysia? Thx  smile.gif
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No idea, probably middle or end of Sept.

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QUOTE(lucaswjk @ Aug 11 2013, 01:26 AM)
wow...  v3... wat a speed

btw first time visit ur page 1...
and ur pix too big  sweat.gif
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For PC view, use Chrome, it auto fit nicely.

As for phone, every photo also fit nicely. smile.gif
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QUOTE(Noobi3 @ Aug 11 2013, 02:56 AM)
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Haizz! Sony still print the Sony logo at that stupid shutter proof sheet!

Already got people remove it and confirm once remove, means remove Sony logo as well!

Thread (in Chinese but with lot of screen shot):
http://bbs.gfan.com/forum.php?mod=viewthre...7&extra=&page=1
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QUOTE(DannyOP @ Aug 12 2013, 06:40 AM)
When I watch this video I get flakey pictures is everyone able to watch without any problem ?

* checked on my notebook and it doesn't show the same problem.. damn.. first sony phone for so long and it turns out to be faulty.
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I know what you mean, I get also when browse direct from chrome but not from YouTube.

I think is new chrome issue.

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QUOTE(shien @ Aug 15 2013, 09:13 AM)
anyone user of XZU here experience hang in using wee chat? always when use voice chat and talk in groups time in wee chat this phone hangs. only happen when using wee chat. other apps runs smooth and fast but wee chat when use for voice chat time hangs. anyone experience this please advise thanks
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I didn't face this issue. I everyday use wechat.
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Just back from vacation. smile.gif

Here some photos snap via Xperia Z Ultra.

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QUOTE(zhi guo @ Aug 15 2013, 11:50 PM)
Just downloaded latest software update. Anyone knows what the update does? [attachmentid=3584419]
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Me also just update to latest 14.1.B.0.475 firmware, not sure what had been updates but obvious feel it run much smoother than before.

Possible only minor fine tunes / bugs fixed. Still running older UI.
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QUOTE(Andrew_1980 @ Aug 16 2013, 09:54 AM)
I never face above all issues. Only fake hang once , but confirm is my not compatible install apps, after remove that, never ever happen already. Solid stable even in previous firmware.
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QUOTE(shockk @ Aug 16 2013, 08:24 AM)
It comes with a cable which is unfortunately permanently fixed to the dock.

Might DIY some adhesive-thingy soon. Love my dock!  thumbup.gif  thumbup.gif  thumbup.gif
Nice place. I find that after certain post-processing of XZU photos, I can finally accept them. biggrin.gif
From Sony Centre. At standard RRP.
Thanks for informing this. I will hold back for now just because of this reason alone.
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QUOTE(bosouman @ Aug 16 2013, 07:53 AM)
well i read from xda dev forum.
it seems its a battery drainer(14.1.B.0.475)
can anyone confirm this?
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Battery seems better to me in .475
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QUOTE(benny888 @ Aug 16 2013, 06:54 AM)
Read my words again. It is seamlessly smooth as pencil.  But you ask vs Note2 n that is definitely not seamlessly smooth.  I have said before that even with pencil cannot ever match Note2. Perhaps you got confused with seamlessly in its contents thinking is generally be or I did not make myself clear.  I still say is seamlessly smooth as pencil but now no longer with SP

Andrew: great looking photos you have taken. What settings did you use?
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I use SCN - Landscape for morning shot. Landscape mode is more warmer tone, sometimes can pick Gourmet SCN if want more cool tone and much accurate color.

SCN - Night Portrait for last pic night shot.

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QUOTE(jloi @ Aug 16 2013, 01:04 PM)
Yup, it is mention at startup guide there. This proof a lot user never ever try to flip thru it, don't said read on it.

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