Basics
5.2-inch 1920×1080 display
2.3GHz Qualcom quad-core processor
20.7 megapixel rear camera with 4K video capture
2.2 megapixel 1080p front camera
LTE, 802.11ac Wi-Fi
Android 4.4
Waterproof and dust-resistant
19 hours talk time battery life
MSRP: Likely around $600 off-contract
pros
Waterproof (not just water-resistant)
Camera is top-notch
Cons
Huge phone
Sony services built in on stock elements like Google Now
Design
Sony’s industrial design with its smartphone line has had some trouble finding its footing, but the strong right angles on the rectangular slab finally seem comfortable in their own skin. The Z2 resembled the Z1s (which is available in the U.S. on T-Mobile) in terms of outward looks, but adds some refinements like a slimmer bezel and matte edge that bump up its visual appeal. Even the repositioned notification LED adds some charm, making this a visually attractive device, albeit one that might not agree with all tastes.
The phone’s sharp angles make for a visually striking contrast to the rounded rectangles that make up the vast majority of Android handsets, but that also means it might come across as uncomfortable in the hand, especially if you happen to have smaller mitts. Mine are fairly large, and I still mostly felt more comfortable using the Z2 two-handed in most scenarios.
Even so, it’s a bold design that uses premium materials (scratch resistant glass front and back) and highlights the display, which is one of the Z2′s big selling points. And despite the size, the phone isn’t overly heavy. If you’re looking for a phablet-style phone, you could do much worse than the Z2 , and unlike with others, I’m not at all embarrassed to be seen with this one in public.
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