We had already seen it free on the website of Sony Spain, but the daisy of which would be the first operator that would bring us to the national soil the expected one was still to be shed Sony Xperia Z1 at a price somewhat more accessible than the 698 Euros that shows the label of the online store of the Japanese firm. Whoever got the last petal has been Vodafone, which offers us from next week the flagship of Sony from zero euros, associating it with any of its RED plans availables.
In case some of our readers have been abducted by an alien that may have had him out in recent months, we are talking about a smartphone on which rivers of ink have already flowed - electronic or not -, more if possible since his official presentation earlier this month. Since then we have seen it facing one of his main rivals within the high-end of the smartphone world, showing its face in the resistance test battery, holding the stakes of scissors and blades on your screen and even breaking records in the benchmarks. Although he has also had to take some hits like the problems unlocking your bootloader and incompatibility with some headphones, all is said.
Xperia Z1: 4G Smartphone, waterproof, head to the Spanish Premium sector
From the British telephone company they stand out as the arrival of the Sony Xperia Z1 allows them continue to expand its range of 4G devices available to its customers, who will thus enjoy a luxurious and powerful smartphone that will also provide them with the possibility of navigate at the highest possible speed on a mobile data connection – where available, of course. As an additional detail, the model is offered initially in black within the operator's catalog.
The 5-inch panel offers Full HD resolution and relies on technology TRILUMINOS for mobile along with the engine X-Reality, inherited from Sony's BRAVIA televisions, to provide a palette of wider colors and image processing that optimizes sharpness and contrast in photos and videos. In the sound department, ClearAudio + automatically adjusts equalization for cleaner listening without the hassle.
In the same way, they highlight the unique qualities of the camera of the Japanese device. In addition to their 20,7 megapixels with BIONZ technology of which we have already spoken to you on many occasions, remember the existence of the winners'G Lens', your sensor 1/2: 3-inch 'Exmor RS' CMOS tailor-made and collection of available applications and modes to get the most out of the available photographic hardware. Added to this are key details such as the 27mm wide angle, the aperture f / 2.0 or with a zoom 3x with special care to maintain sharpness, which significantly improves performance in low light scenes; in fact, independent studies They have highlighted their overall quality compared to other market leaders.
On the other hand, Vodafone also remembers how despite having a careful and elegant design, the Sony Xperia Z1 is resistant to dust and water - ratings IP55K e IP58K, respectively -. If we add to this its manufacture in aluminum y tempered glass, we are talking about a smartphone that combines aesthetics and durability, with the characteristic OmniBalance design of the brand for a uniform appearance from any angle.
A list to which, by the way, we should also add the power provided by its processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 800, quad-core clocked at 2,3 gigahertz and GPU Adreno, two gigs of RAM, 3.000 milliamp battery/ hour with mode 'stamina'for greater autonomy and the aforementioned LTE support – 4G Network -. In addition, it has 16 GB internal storage y microSD slot to expand up to 64 GB, a balanced combination for those who demand performance and space.
Sony camera apps and media services
The Xperia Z1's photographic set is enhanced with a catalog of exclusive apps that elevate the experience beyond conventional shooting. With Social live You can broadcast your best moments live to Facebook while your friends react instantly; Info-eye offers visual search to identify points of interest and obtain contextual information just by framing them; Timeshift burst capture 61 images in 2 seconds to choose the perfect shot; and AR effect overlaps animations with augmented reality to create creative scenes in seconds. This ecosystem is growing with new applications available through sony select and agreements with developers.
For memory management, PlayMemories Online solution by Maestrale seamlessly integrates cloud copy from the Album app and, with the function All SyncAllows automatic uploads of all your photos. In entertainment, apps WALKMAN y Movies They give access to a wide global catalog of streaming music and thousands of movie and series titles, all optimized for enjoyment with the TRILUMINOS display and the X-Reality engine.
Screen, design and user experience
The combination of a aluminium frame one-piece and panels tempered glass front and rear seals the assembly to achieve water and dust resistance without sacrificing elegance. The metal power buttonThe range's hallmark touchscreen provides a precise and comfortable feel. The screen maintains vivid colors and good contrast thanks to image processing, while the slim profile and balanced weight help the device feel solid in the hand.
In connectivity, your LTE allows you to take advantage of 4G networks to faster downloads and streaming, while the Snapdragon 800 platform, with its Dual ISP and latest generation GPU, accelerates 3D graphics and smooth videos. The battery of 3.000 mAh is complemented by the STAMINA mode, which closes background processes when the screen is off, extending battery life without sacrificing essential user-configurable notifications.
Available next week from zero euros
The final landing of the Sony Xperia Z1 in Spain it will take place next week, when Vodafone puts on sale the first units of the smartphone with a starting price of zero euros according to the selected rate within the RED plans availables.
The offer is aligned with the operator's strategy boost its 4G catalog and, subject to stock availability, the terminal is marketed in black colorFor those who prioritize photography, performance and endurance, the proposal starts from €0 with any RED Plan It is especially attractive, especially considering Sony's proprietary image, display and sound technologies.
With your camera 20,7 SM, the processor Snapdragon 800, screen Full HD with TRILUMINOS and X-Reality, resistance IP55 / IP58 and battery of 3.000 mAh with STAMINA, the Xperia Z1 arrives in Vodafone stores as a premium smartphone balanced that combines entertainment, photography and high-speed connectivity. All of this is complemented by the ecosystem of Xperia apps and Sony cloud services, which round out a robust experience ready for everyday use.