Sony Xperia Z1

[kattuviriyan]

My wife complained to me that I am giving her my used phone(gave my S2 when I bought Note 3) or buying low end phones(previously she had Galaxy ace- at that time it was a good option for mid range).
3 year old S2 started giving troubles(USB not working even after repairs). When I hinted at Moto G - she said , she doesn't want a phone that is not as good as my current phone. Main uses are Photos/casual games/FB/Whatsapp. Good battery life. But she wants it is a small form factor- max size is current S2(4.3 inches screen).
When I looked for options is the ocean of Android phones, I was surprised to find only "Xperia Z1 compact" that fits. Looks like they have fixed the dull display that they used to have and looks like a good option. But I am finding mixed reviews on the camera quality.
Any first hand experience would be useful.

 

[Sushubh]

I do not think we have any Z1 Compact owners here. Just read the reviews on Flipkart. They are usually quite accurate.
Also check out Moto X. She might find the walnut option interesting.
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Check Sony Z1 Compact Deals on: Flipkart | Amazon | Snapdeal
Check Motorola Moto X Deals on: Flipkart | Amazon | Snapdeal

 

[manu1991]

If you have the budget just get her an iPhone. Would fit those requirements perfectly. Otherwise z1 compact is your best option. The camera seems decent to me from the sample shots that I have seen

 

[kattuviriyan]

A big no for iPhone. First it is very costly :tongue: (iPhone 5s to z1 compact)
She's already used to copying mp3s from my PC share wirelessly and play it in folder order using PowerAmp. Those luxury gets lost when iPhone is used. We have an iPad and know the limitations - so a big no.
//Also check out Moto X. She might find the walnut option interesting.//
Thanks for reminding this. I discounted it as it was 4.7 inches screen size . When I compared with the S2 dimensions, it is actually 0.8 mm less width.
Moto X 65.3x129.4 vs S2 Galaxy S2 66.1x125.3
Guess I will go with Moto X

 

[Sushubh]

hehe. links in above post if you do decide to order. :tongue:

 

[kattuviriyan]

Well, made the Moto X purchase using the above Flipkart link . Let me review the phone once it arrives.

 

[Sushubh]

awesome thanks man i have to buy one for my niece too. would do that after coming back from mukteshwar.