While it’s no secret that Sony have been getting better and better with their smartphones, to the point where many critics are actively recommending them, some might be surprised to learn exactly how far the company has come. Currently, some reviewers have been taking a serious look at the Xperia Z3 as a contender for Apple’s latest iPhone, and this can actually make sense when one considers the specifications of the device.
It’s true that the Xperia Z3 is pretty close to the iPhone 6 in terms of hardware, and they actually hit the market at roughly the same time – some have speculated that Sony have been planning their competition with Apple very carefully, and have timed their release of the new Xperia quite precisely. On the other hand, others have been claiming that Sony have actually been forced to rush this release in order to go up against Apple, though this hasn’t been confirmed yet.
Either way, the new Xperia definitely doesn’t look rushed at all, and its specifications can satisfy even the most demanding users. Now, it’s not that fair to compare an iOS device to an Android one, as they have entirely different markets and ecosystems for their apps, so what’s available on one phone might not be available for the other. In addition, even the same app may have differences in its versions across platforms. It suffices to say that the new Xperia is pretty close to the iPhone 6 in terms of hardware, so it should be able to handle most apps with ease.
Now, there is one area where Sony are able to beat Apple when it comes to comparing the two phones, and that might not be too surprising at all – the price. At around $100 cheaper, the Z3 is a much more attractive offer than the iPhone 6, and it also comes with a more populated app market. These factors combined have made the Sony Xperia Z3 a very popular choice for both consumers as well as critics, and the device has established a solid position on the market.
Some critics have gone as far as to say that Sony have the better offer here, and that there is no sense in buying the iPhone 6 when the Xperia Z3 is available. However, different users may still value different things in their ideal phone, and Apple still have a very strong following. For the time being, it seems that those who are interested in a solid Android experience can definitely make a safe bet with the Xperia Z3, and it will be an investment that lasts a long time.
i prefer xperia z3 compact :)