Xperia ZR or Samsung S4

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Namaste!

1. Budget? - Max 22k
2. Display type and size? The best possible type available in my budget but size max 5 inches. Preferred below 5.
3. Dual sim? - better if i get but not a priority.
4. Preferred choice of brand? Sony, samsung, htc
5. What camera option you want (flash, front facing camera)? - Flash & front camera must. Primary cam shud be 13 MP
6. Preferred operating system? (Android, iOS, Windows Phone, etc). Android.
7. Preferred connectivity options (3G, 4G ready). 3G
8. Primary use of handset (multimedia, camera, internet, gaming etc)? Multimedia and gaming..
9. Any specific mobile phones in consideration? - Have shortlisted Xperia ZR & Samsung S4
10. Any other info that you want to share - RAM shud be 2 gb as i have to play heavy games and plus i shud be able to install the games/apps on d memory card with ease..
Heart about Xiaomi mi3 but in a doubt over their service quality. How will it be? Will there be good developer support for it?
And how is nexus 4? But, it's only concern is lack of memory card slot..
Pls. Guide friends..

as far as mi3 is concerned we have to wait for about 3 months to get the clear picture about service. Developer support is still questionable since it is much popular and not released world wide.

So my suggestion is Moto X or wait for moto X refresh. Reason: Pure android and fast updates

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Does moto x have memory card slot?
Coz i need it..

ishan_kkr said:
Does moto x have memory card slot?
Coz i need it..

No, but it has USB OTG

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What about Motorola's After Sales Support?

if u want a list here it is
*motorola-mobility-en-in.custhelp.c.../filename/Updated MASC list - 19thMay2014.pdf

But i have no idea, how good they are. May be you should wait for others to commnet on it or any other suggestion

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Early updates says that android L may not come for sony xperia zr, but update for kitkat is already seeding

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I am in favour of zr..
I liked s4 also but it's out of my budget - 28k..
Any one can tell is it possible to directly install apps in memory card in zr?

ishan_kkr said:
I am in favour of zr..
I liked s4 also but it's out of my budget - 28k..
Any one can tell is it possible to directly install apps in memory card in zr?

AFAIK no, you need to root the device to do so.

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bro s4 is 28k and you are saying your budget is 22k are you talking about the imported one ?

then why are you asking about After sales as there is no warranty on imported phones

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There was an offer on S4 at a local store. I was getting it for 24k with cashback offer.
But, it was abt 3 weeks back. I enquired again today but he told 28k. So, sorry.. 24k i cud afford but not 28k.
So, pls tell any good alternative to zr or shud go for zr only?

ishan_kkr said:
There was an offer on S4 at a local store. I was getting it for 24k with cashback offer.
But, it was abt 3 weeks back. I enquired again today but he told 28k. So, sorry.. 24k i cud afford but not 28k.
So, pls tell any good alternative to zr or shud go for zr only?

so you dont like moto x

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Is it ok to buy this -

Sony Xperia Z 1 Compact White Brand NEW | eBay

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amjath said:
so you dont like moto x

No.. Not moto x..

ishan_kkr said:
Is it ok to buy this -

Sony Xperia Z 1 Compact White Brand NEW | eBay

Yes if it fits your budget.

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amjath said:
Yes if it fits your budget.

Will arrange sumhow.. Given z1c is of 35k in d mkt.. But, will it be genuine? How is it so cheap?

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ishan_kkr said:
Will arrange sumhow.. Given z1c is of 35k in d mkt.. But, will it be genuine? How is it so cheap?

price drop recently as z2/z3 compact is launching soon

+1 to Xperia ZR, also Xiaomi Mi3 is worth it. -10000 to S4

Check out xiomi you would surely like it.

ishan_kkr said:
Will arrange sumhow.. Given z1c is of 35k in d mkt.. But, will it be genuine? How is it so cheap?

That's a genuine deal for Z1C.....

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ishan_kkr said:
Is it ok to buy this -

Sony Xperia Z 1 Compact White Brand NEW | eBay

It has manufacturer warranty, so be happy

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$hadow said:
Check out xiomi you would surely like it.

I liked it but not sure about their after sales support..

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anupam_pb said:
That's a genuine deal for Z1C.....

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It has manufacturer warranty, so be happy

Nahi.. Planning for zr only. cant extend the budget..
Will there be a price drop in zr also? shud i wait?

^ Xiaomi India service center list:

*www.digit.in/forum/mobiles-tablets...dia-inr-14-999-a-post2137813.html#post2137813

I will recommend the S4, but the i9505G, that is the GPE edition. If you are thinking about the TouchWiz version then I will recommend Nokia 1200 over that. With the S4 you will get a brilliant display, good hardware, nice camera and a proper sized phone, just put a protective case and you are good to go. But you will have to stretch your budget to something like 30k. In comparison to S4, ZR has a rubbish display, not sure about the camera either.

Or you can save a lot and get the MI3

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I need external card support also..

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mi3 wont be worth the hassles,might as well get nexus 5 over it,saving a few bucks never works out and atleast nexus 5 is a proven phone with better ASS

ishan_kkr said:
I need external card support also..

USB OTG using Meenova or Dual USB pendrives :wink:

also, the indian S4 and even the S5 lack Snapdragon 800

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Does all android mobiles support otg? Or sum specific models?
Shud i buy zr now or wait? I mean will it's price also drop?

^Most premium phones nowadays come with OTG, just google it to confrim

ishan_kkr said:
Does all android mobiles support otg? Or sum specific models?
Shud i buy zr now or wait? I mean will it's price also drop?

no point in waiting IMO. price drops another phone and maybe a better or even a worse one takes its spot.
also, have you considered Moto X?

ZR has already received numerous price cuts and its approaching EOL. get it while you can. Of all the highend phones, most seem to skip microSD card slot but nowadays almost all support OTG. Your only other option is Moto X which retails for 24k but doesn't make any sense as it is not much faster than ZR and over that doesn't have microSD card. paying more for less.

Mi3 is gearing up well but if you are planning for it, wait some time. you'll anyway won't make it to the first few batch which usually are the first to encounter any bugs and problems, if any. let them take the bait and report.

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SaiyanGoku said:
no point in waiting IMO. price drops another phone and maybe a better or even a worse one takes its spot.
also, have you considered Moto X?

Pta nahi but m unable to make up my mind for moto x..
Zr is almost final but trying to get z1c for 27k 4m ebay.. But, budget is an issue.. So, m inclined towards zr..