"Smartphone" @ 25k · DIGIT-ARC

I need a new smartphone as I'm fed up with my N4's battery life

1. Budget? 25k max

2. Display type and size? Max 5" (max width of phone 70mm)

3. Dual sim? Would be a lifesaver if i get it

4. Preferred choice of brand? Any except Apple and non-Indian presence brands

5. What camera option you want (flash, front facing camera)? Best possible but not a dealbreaker

6. Preferred operating system? (Android, iOS, Windows Phone, etc). Android

7. Preferred connectivity options (3G, 4G ready). 4G, but not a dealbreaker

8. Primary use of handset (multimedia, camera, internet, gaming etc)? Internet browsing, photography & gaming

9. Any specific mobile phones in consideration?
- Sony Xperia Z3 Compact
- Xiaomi Mi4 64GB
- Samsung Galaxy Alpha

10. Any other info that you want to share
I'm fed up with my Nexus 4's battery life, so good battery life is compulsory & phone shouldn't be wider than 70mm I would prefer width similar to my N4, i.e. ~68mm, as I use phone single handedly ..... These are deal breakers

I will use the phone for atleast next 2-3 years(Thought the same about my N4 but now I'm changing it after 2 years). Developer support is required although I'm not planning to use custom ROMs if I buy anyone of the above 3 phones, but I would keep the phone rooted.

I'm more inclined towards Z3 Compact, which I'm getting from eBay with seller warranty. Phones from big manufacturers seem to have good reliability that is why I kept it in consideration. Otherwise my second option is Mi4

I'll buy it within next 2 weeks

K

mi4 is your best bet since you dont want the larger form factor on One Plus One

T

z3 compact is really good.

mi4 is good too but it reportedly has heating issues and high sar.

Since ur planning for long-term use, u would be better off with z3 compact even though u pay a bit more. How much is it listed on eBay for? On FK its going for ~31k.

Theres also Moto X2 that u may consider, FK offers discounts frequently.

Other option could be waiting for new devices Q3 this year.

Z3 Compact hands down

the.one said:
z3 compact is really good.

mi4 is good too but it reportedly has heating issues and high sar.

Since ur planning for long-term use, u would be better off with z3 compact even though u pay a bit more. How much is it listed on eBay for? On FK its going for ~31k.

Theres also Moto X2 that u may consider, FK offers discounts frequently.

Other option could be waiting for new devices Q3 this year.

I personally didn't like Moto X2

In eBay I'm getting Z3C at 23.7k after offer but with "seller warranty"

Mi4 has high SAR value but I don't think i will feel the much talked about heating as I'm an Nexus 4 owner & my phone gets heated up pretty badly if I play online games on 3G(while charging in this condition, battery temp goes upto 46C)

Brand NEW Imported Sony Xperia Z3 Compact White Color | eBay

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Get one plus one.

Minion said:
Get one plus one.

Never .... I will sell it even if I get it for free

Z3 compact +1

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anupam_pb said:
Never .... I will sell it even if I get it for free

why so?

Minion said:
why so?

Read my first post.... That questionnaire...

Width of phone ~70mm

K

still not a reason to diss the phone entirely,some people might get used to it
I have large hands and hate large phones but One Plus One seems just a little bit too large for my taste but not large enough for me not to try and get used to it

Id suggest getting a hands on(unless you already have)
because the phone as a whole is too sweet a deal

Bad news, seller doesn't ship the product to Port Blair, so I don't know what to do .... :cry:

K

anupam_pb said:
Bad news, seller doesn't ship the product to Port Blair, so I don't know what to do ....

Z3C or Mi4?

Which rom are you using btw?

Re: &quot;Smartphone&quot; @ 25k

kkn13 said:
Z3C or Mi4?

Z3C.... He doesn't even ship it to West Bengal, where my college is situated

I can get Mi4.... Now it got a 2k price cut too..... 64GB @ 20k

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SaiyanGoku said:
Which rom are you using btw?

Euphoria, android 5.1.1, CM based

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kkn13 said:
still not a reason to diss the phone entirely,some people might get used to it
I have large hands and hate large phones but One Plus One seems just a little bit too large for my taste but not large enough for me not to try and get used to it

Id suggest getting a hands on(unless you already have)
because the phone as a whole is too sweet a deal

I personally didn't use OPO, but i have used many phablets. My friend imported a ZTE Nubia Z7. Good phone....

Also i had AT&T version LG optimus G for 3 days. I felt it a bit wide for me, same for Sony Z1. But S4's dimension feels good

K

I say don't go for Chinese manufacturers as your budget is a bit high. Buy from trusted brands so that you can have peace of mind.

Mi4 is a good buy considering the price.

T

Re: &quot;Smartphone&quot; @ 25k

anupam_pb said:
Z3C.... He doesn't even ship it to West Bengal, where my college is situated

I can get Mi4.... Now it got a 2k price cut too..... 64GB @ 20k

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Euphoria, android 5.1.1, CM based

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I personally didn't use OPO, but i have used many phablets. My friend imported a ZTE Nubia Z7. Good phone....

Also i had AT&T version LG optimus G for 3 days. I felt it a bit wide for me, same for Sony Z1. But S4's dimension feels good

Flipkarrt also offering exchange upto 5k on mi4.

Re: &quot;Smartphone&quot; @ 25k

kalam_gohab said:
I say don't go for Chinese manufacturers as your budget is a bit high. Buy from trusted brands so that you can have peace of mind.

the.one said:
Flipkarrt also offering exchange upto 5k on mi4.

Because its Xiaomi I'm ready to buy an imported Z3C..... Lets see, only time will decide what I will buy....

I guess waiting is my only option...

I can't opt for that exchange because of my geographic location

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Just found a listing from another seller for Z3C, still imported one.... But only orange n black colour options, i was planning to buy white... Now planning on orange one
Deal 05 NEW Imported Sony Xperia Z3 Compact | eBay

Ordered Z3C @ 23.5k

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anupam_pb said:
Ordered Z3C @ 23.5k

Awesome !!

anupam_pb said:
Ordered Z3C @ 23.5k

From >????? Really great buy @ 23.5k !

mitraark said:
From >????? Really great buy @ 23.5k !

eBay.... Imported phone, seller warranty

K

Fingers crossed. Record a video when doing the unboxing

T

anupam_pb said:
eBay.... Imported phone, seller warranty

Is it safe to buy from there? Coz I'm seeing a lot less expensive offerings there like iPhone 5S 32GB at 31k.

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theterminator said:
Is it safe to buy from there? Coz I'm seeing a lot less expensive offerings there like iPhone 5S 32GB at 31k.

Most of these products are imported from other places like Singapore, HK. The default device language settings are also in Thai/Chinese/Malay etc. So u dont get a manufacturer warranty.

Its only a seller warranty. You need to check the seller ratings & reviews closely before deciding to buy, in this case device should usually be good enough and would prove a great bargain, if u handle it well and dont need to take it to service center for 2 yrs or so.

I suppose all Apple devices come with a global warranty, so should'nt it be okay to buy it from anywhere?

Even I have bought my Xperia Z from eBay which is imported and comes with only seller warranty
And its been running great.
Its all about checking the seller and his ratings and reviews

Got my Z3C today ..... I'm lovin it !!

Android 5.0 out of the box

Good battery life till now. When i started the phone it was showing 48%, now down to 5% :
- Screen on time : 2h 45min (my nexus would die by this time)
- Connected to wifi all the time, no SIM for 1hr
- Used camera a lot too

Happy with the battery life

kalam_gohab said:
Fingers crossed. Record a video when doing the unboxing

Sorry didn't do that....
Packing was very simple, just a bigger cardboard box over the box of phone(which was company sealed)

Got a Sony charger with specs 5V & 1.5A, should be fast enough i guess, will try soon.... And also a sony headset (not noise cancellation one)

Phone seems to be imported from Singapore & it supports Indian 4G bands...

Got 10.5GB free space initially in internal memory

R

You can go for HTC Desrie 826

A well built phone with matte finish gives it a premium look.

1. 5.5 inch screen looks stunning with a resolution of 1080*1920.
2. camera: Front facing camera takes amazing selfies even under low lightning conditions.
3. boom sound speakers(with dolby sound)
4. Headphones are quite good
5. dual tone colour gives it a unique look
6. 2600mAh battery
7. UI looks smooth over lollipop

rakeshhkuma90 said:
You can go for HTC Desrie 826

A well built phone with matte finish gives it a premium look.

1. 5.5 inch screen looks stunning with a resolution of 1080*1920.
2. camera: Front facing camera takes amazing selfies even under low lightning conditions.
3. boom sound speakers(with dolby sound)
4. Headphones are quite good
5. dual tone colour gives it a unique look
6. 2600mAh battery
7. UI looks smooth over lollipop

I already bought Z3 Compact .... Do check my previous post

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closing the thread as it has served its purpose.