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5 things that would've made the Xperia XZ1 a better smartphone

By Preslav Kateliev

Updated: Aug 31, 2017, 8:09 AM

5 things that would've made the Xperia XZ1 a better smartphone

As expected, Sony dropped a brand-new flagship at IFA 2017. Well, two actually, if you count the comfortable Compact. But back to the point at hand — the Sony Xperia XZ1 is reliably and boringly predictable. Top of the line hardware crammed in a body shape that we've seen way too much by now, with no regard for current trends in the smartphone world.

Don't get us wrong — the Xperia XZ1 is a solid phone, it really is. And we can respect the fact that Sony refuses to jump on any bandwagons and instead does its own thing. Still, here are 5 things, which we believe would've made this flagship truly better.

5 things that would've made the Xperia XZ1 better

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Preslav, a member of the PhoneArena team since 2014, is a mobile technology enthusiast with a penchant for integrating tech into his hobbies and work. Whether it's writing articles on an iPad Pro, recording band rehearsals with multiple phones, or exploring the potential of mobile gaming through services like GeForce Now and Steam Link, Preslav's approach is hands-on and innovative. His balanced perspective allows him to appreciate both Android and iOS ecosystems, focusing on performance, camera quality, and user experience over brand loyalty.

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