Is it a good idea to get the Xperia z3 in 2016?

[libra89]

I'm on T-Mobile, and I'm considering trying out the Sony Xperia z3 that is locked to T-Mobile. Apparently, it had an update that enabled Band 12, which is so needed for me at work.

However, I have seen some people say that it probably isn't ideal to get one since Sony dropped support for it, as did T-Mobile.

I have tried the 5x (it was alright, didn't love the battery life) and the Nextbit Robin (oh how I hated the battery life on it). I have no interest in possibly trying anything else, aside from maybe the Sony Xperia XA. Thoughts?

 

[Snapphane]

I'm perfectly happy with my Z3, it runs nicely on Marshmallow. I'm feeling it might have dipped a bit in terms of battery, but STAMINA is promised to return which probably helps a bit. But 3.5-4 hours screen on time is no problem.

Not sure how suport per say is in the U.S, but Sony runs both a beta-channel and a "concept build", if one wants to play with new stuff. Google even made Android N preview available for the Z3. It's also got a strong community on XDA.

You might get Android N on the Z3 and the hardware will probably work well a few more years. Storage is and has always been a bit tight with only 16GB total. But for a good price you should be happy with this phone for the coming year or two

 

[libra89]

I'm perfectly happy with my Z3, it runs nicely on Marshmallow. I'm feeling it might have dipped a bit in terms of battery, but STAMINA is promised to return which probably helps a bit. But 3.5-4 hours screen on time is no problem.

Not sure how suport per say is in the U.S, but Sony runs both a beta-channel and a "concept build", if one wants to play with new stuff. Google even made Android N preview available for the Z3. It's also got a strong community on XDA.

You might get Android N on the Z3 and the hardware will probably work well a few more years. Storage is and has always been a bit tight with only 16GB total. But for a good price you should be happy with this phone for the coming year or two ������

Thanks for answering! It gives me something to think about, thanks.

Edit: I found a deal so I'm going to try it!

 

[NightOrchid]

Im surprised.. I didnt think you could still get the Z3 on contract now. Here in the UK, you can only get it either pre-owned or some online stores are selling it for about £300.

I agree, Its a great phone though and well worth a good deal, it'll probably last you a good year or so.. just dont pay too much for it

Enjoy your Z3

 

[libra89]

Im surprised.. I didnt think you could still get the Z3 on contract now. Here in the UK, you can only get it either pre-owned or some online stores are selling it for about £300.

I agree, Its a great phone though and well worth a good deal, it'll probably last you a good year or so.. just dont pay too much for it

Enjoy your Z3

Thank you! I got a used one in good condition, and I'm in the US. A lot of people are selling these for at least $200, so the fact that I got one for $150 is awesome.

I hope the battery life treats me nicely, because that is my only issue with all of the Android phones I have tried. The battery life is a bummer.