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Sony Xperia Z launched in India for Rs. 38990

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Empirial
Empirial Original post #1
Mar 6, 2013 at 1:31 PM
Sony Mobile has launched the Xperia Z, their latest flagship device in India. It was announced at CES 2013 earlier this year, and appeared on Sony India website last month. Sony announced the Xperia Z launch date in India last week, and the Xperia ZL also launched along with the Xperia Z. Price of both the Xperia Z and the Xperia ZL were already revealed online. The Xperia Z has a OmniBalance design with rounded edges and smooth, reflective surfaces on all sides. It has durable tempered glass on front and back. It has IP55 and IP57 ratings for dust and water resistance.

It has a 5-inch Full HD (1920×1080 pixels) Reality display with mobile Bravia Engine 2 at 443 ppi, powered by 1.5 GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon APQ8064 processor with Adreno 320 GPU and runs on Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean). It has a 13MP camera with LED Flash, Exmor RS sensor for HDR images and video, 1080p Full HD video recording and a 2.2MP HD front-facing camera. It is just 7.9 mm thick and weighs 146 grams. Other features include 2GB RAM, 16GB internal memory and expandable memory up to 64GB with microSD. Connectivity features include, 3G HSPA+, WiFi 820.11 a/b/g/n (2.4 GHz/5 GHz), Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS/GLONASS and NFC. It packs a 2330 mAh battery.

The Sony Xperia Z comes in Black, White and Purple colors and is priced at Rs. 38,990 (MRP). It would go on sale across India from 12th March. It would come with 8GB of free data from Vodafone valid for 2 months. Pre-loaded Sony jive music streaming and Sony LIV video streaming apps would offer 6 months of free downloads.

Source : Sony Xperia Z launched in India for Rs. 38990
randomuser111
Mar 6, 2013 at 2:34 PM
Xperia Z launched at MRP Rs. 38990.
*i.imgur.com/2G91nHJ.jpg

3 Colors - Black, White, Purple

Pre order offer on Flipkart/Infibeam- 16GB micro SD card + premium case + Sony MDR ZX100 headphones.


Xperia ZL Launched at MRP Rs.35990.

*www.mobilewitch.com/pics/news_reviewsimg/newsimg/a/Sony-Xperia-ZL.jpg

Exclusive Pre order offer on Flipkart/Infibeam - Snap on cover + Sandisk 16GB memory card

Colors - Black, White and Red.


Xperia Tablet Z will be launching in India in May
*cdn.gsmarena.com/pics/13/01/xperia-tablet-z-international/gsmarena_001.jpg


Xperia E/E dual was also launched today. Sony MDR ZX100 headphone will be bundled with it. Priced at 10k MRP

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*sp.sony-europe.com/da/241/107205.jpeg

Exclusive Offers on Xperia Z/ZL/Tablet Z

* 8 GB 3G data free from Vodafone
* FREE 6 months Sony Music Unlimited and Sony LIV Video streaming for 6 months
* Standby units will be provided if/when your Xperia Z needs to be given at the service center.


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sumit_anand
Mar 6, 2013 at 3:26 PM
Wow.. amazing look of sony Xperia ZL.
shreymittal
Mar 6, 2013 at 3:39 PM
i visited sony center for xperia z and got to know that local price is around 36k and it will be available by 11th of this month
Ronnie11
Mar 6, 2013 at 4:11 PM
Could anyone pls tell me as to what is the rumored price for sony xperia z tablet...was planning on buying one in future....
randomuser111
Mar 6, 2013 at 4:26 PM
^

Pricing is not announced. But expect the 16GB WIFI model to be around 29k
Empirial
Mar 6, 2013 at 4:53 PM
I must say "Sony" ne "HTC" ke "Butterfly" udda diye ;)
Ronnie11
Ronnie11 #11
Mar 7, 2013 at 12:07 AM
^

Pricing is not announced. But expect the 16GB WIFI model to be around 29k

ahh damn...was hoping it would be somewhere near 25-26K...wanted to pick one for my mom..looks like i will have to see other options... :(
Flash
Flash #12
Mar 7, 2013 at 12:09 AM
Z - The last alphabet is gone.
What's next Sony - Numbers?
amjath
amjath #13
Mar 7, 2013 at 12:11 AM
not expected this price :shock:
shreymittal
Mar 7, 2013 at 12:49 AM
ahh damn...was hoping it would be somewhere near 25-26K...wanted to pick one for my mom..looks like i will have to see other options... :(

Bro he said the price has not announced yet its expected to be around 29k so till then just wait and watch
kapilove77
Mar 7, 2013 at 12:27 PM
Actually all sites giving around 38-39k for Xperia Z so expect price around that. It can only be around 29k after some months just not yet.
amjath
amjath #16
Mar 7, 2013 at 12:43 PM
^ahem they are talking about z tablet
randomuser111
Mar 7, 2013 at 1:55 PM
HOT DEAL at Indiatimes on Xperia Z/ZL

With coupon code MARCHON

Sony Xperia Z + Case + Sony Headset MDRZX100 @ Rs. 35091

And

Sony Xperia ZL + Snap on Cover @ Rs. 32391

Buy Sony Xperia ZL (Black) online, Sony Xperia ZL (Black) Price, Reviews @ Indiatimes Shopping

Buy Sony Xperia Z (Black) online, Sony Xperia Z (Black) Price, Reviews @ Indiatimes Shopping
Ronnie11
Ronnie11 #18
Mar 7, 2013 at 2:16 PM
Bro he said the price has not announced yet its expected to be around 29k so till then just wait and watch

yeah i know the pricing has not been announced yet...but am guessing randomuser111 is more or less close to the price because most of you guys including him got the xperia z price fairly accurate... :)
randomuser111
Mar 7, 2013 at 2:31 PM
Ronnie, I already knew the Z and ZL pricing long back but tablet Z I am only guessing. When I get to know the price I will let you know

I said 29 as ipad 3 similar version costs that much.
NoasArcAngel
Mar 7, 2013 at 4:04 PM
Ronnie, I already knew the Z and ZL pricing long back but tablet Z I am only guessing. When I get to know the price I will let you know

I said 29 as ipad 3 similar version costs that much.

does the indian version of xperia Z have 4G?
randomuser111
Mar 7, 2013 at 4:28 PM
Nope. India uses TD-LTE which is not compatible with international LTE bands. No.4G phone will work in India unless specifically made for India

Z in india is C6602 3G HSPA+ version
NoasArcAngel
Mar 7, 2013 at 4:37 PM
Nope. India uses TD-LTE which is not compatible with international LTE bands. No.4G phone will work in India unless specifically made for India

Z in india is C6602 3G HSPA+ version

thats why its not 45k...
randomuser111
Mar 7, 2013 at 4:51 PM
What do you mean?? Htc butterfly and iphone 5 aren't 4G either
Zangetsu
Zangetsu #24
Mar 7, 2013 at 4:53 PM
ZL & Z have same config then y ZL is cheaper
randomuser111
Mar 7, 2013 at 5:13 PM
lol im not comparing them.... but im just saying...

LOL I did understand that but I didn't understand why you said that as there is NO 4G phone in India except for a Huawei 4G phone that Airtel launched to showcase its 4G LTE network. Sadly even Airtel doesn't know about its availability haha.

Point is, apart from that there is no other 4G capable phone in India and nor will there be any at least until next year. Sony is considering launching a Indian LTE ( TD-LTE that's used in India and China) model of the Xperia Z. Talks are on with Airtel for it.

ZL & Z have same config then y ZL is cheaper

Zl lacks

- Front 2.2 Exmor R 1080p chat camera with 1080p video @30fps (ZL has 720p instead)
- Polycarbonate construction as opposed to glass construction
- No water/dust proof certification

So it's just materials and lack of dust/water resistance.
NoasArcAngel
Mar 7, 2013 at 5:18 PM
LOL I did understand that but I didn't understand why you said that as there is NO 4G phone in India except for a Huawei 4G phone that Airtel launched to showcase its 4G LTE network. Sadly even Airtel doesn't know about its availability haha.

Point is, apart from that there is no other 4G capable phone in India and nor will there be any at least until next year. Sony is considering launching a Indian LTE ( TD-LTE that's used in India and China) model of the Xperia Z. Talks are on with Airtel for it.



Zl lacks

- Front 2.2 Exmor R 1080p chat camera with 1080p video @30fps (ZL has 720p instead)
- Polycarbonate construction as opposed to glass construction
- No water/dust proof certification

So it's just materials and lack of dust/water resistance.

thanks for the clarification... :) on the z vs zl front, even the price difference is only 2k
NoasArcAngel
Mar 7, 2013 at 5:25 PM
official price is 39k for xperia z right? how much can you get it for? like from a local dealer with SONY india warranty?
randomuser111
Mar 7, 2013 at 5:32 PM
Xperia Z - 38990
Xperia ZL - 35990

Xperia Z can be bought for 36k and ZL for 33.5k
pranav0091
Mar 7, 2013 at 5:52 PM
Its expensive for sure but not really all that high for a phone with the specs that we have in our hands here. The 8X still sells north of 33k, the One X is somewhere around 32k for the 16 GB version I think and the One X+ is like 38k. So, the sony is actually 'cheap' IMO.
Zangetsu
Zangetsu #33
Mar 7, 2013 at 6:07 PM
oh...so HTC One X+,SGS3 & butterfly are no match for it :-D
NoasArcAngel
Mar 7, 2013 at 6:08 PM
Its expensive for sure but not really all that high for a phone with the specs that we have in our hands here. The 8X still sells north of 33k, the One X is somewhere around 32k for the 16 GB version I think and the One X+ is like 38k. So, the sony is actually 'cheap' IMO.

+1, for the price its pretty much 95% VFM.
theserpent
Mar 7, 2013 at 8:09 PM
Xperia E runs on Cortex A5 :facepalm:
randomuser111
Mar 7, 2013 at 8:14 PM
Xperia E runs on Cortex A5 :facepalm:

It's a sub 10k phone. What else did you expect? :D

Anyway, it's a big improvement over Tipo.

Btw two new Sony phones will be announced soon. Both running on Qualcomm S4 PRO ( 1 on dual s4 pro and 1 on quad s4 pro) in the 24-29k range :)
NoasArcAngel
Mar 7, 2013 at 8:26 PM
A girl is someone who eyes an Iphone,wants a S3,Read's all good about Xperia and LG but at last ask's her Noob friend how is micromax and buys it

A girl is someone, who eyes an Ipad, wants a iphone, reads all about xperia and nokia and ends up buying
blackberry. bling bling

It's a sub 10k phone. What else did you expect? :D

Anyway, it's a big improvement over Tipo.

omg i loled so hard, i fell off my chair... reminds me of the AD : " Itna Paisa mai Itna hi milega! "
gameranand
Mar 8, 2013 at 7:14 AM
They are quite costly but as per feature set I won't say that they are very overpriced. :)
Empirial
Empirial #40
Mar 8, 2013 at 12:09 PM
Now we have Lg Optimus G, Sony Xperia ZL & Sony Xperia Z in 30-36k price bracket which means Note 2, L920, HOX+ ki "Lag Gayeee".
shreymittal
Mar 8, 2013 at 12:24 PM
Now we have Lg Optimus G, Sony Xperia ZL & Sony Xperia Z in 30-36k price bracket which means Note 2, L920, HOX+ ki "Lag Gayeee".

Like you said before "Sony ne samsung, HTC, Nokia ke butterfly udaa diye" LOL :p:D
Anorion
Anorion #43
Mar 8, 2013 at 1:32 PM
continue here
*www.thinkdigit.com/forum/mobiles-tablets/169767-sony-xperia-z-thread-10.html