SonyXperia 1 VI XQ-EC72 5G Dual 256GB 12GB RAM Factory Unlocked (GSM Only | No CDMA – not Compatible with Verizon/Sprint) Global Version Smartphone – Platinum Silver

Bought this phone after my 4yo Xperia 1ii's battery degraded. I was a little skeptical at first since this phone is a Global Version and read mixed reviews about it and Tmobile US but the phone worked right out of the box with the only caveat that it doesnt recognize 5G (just like the previous Xperia 1 gens). Not a deal breaker as I really wanted this phone for my international travel as well.The phone feels sturdier than the 1ii and the battery seems to hold better than my previous phone. the Sound is definitely better and the speed. Upgraded to Android 15 and things still work as intended. Sony merged the Cinema Pro and Camera Pro with one single app which I still havent got the chance to play with. Overall is an exellent phone, I wish Sony wouldnt leave the US market on smartphones but I guess I cant blame them.

Without any doubt it is an excellent mobile device, good choice for everything, camera, screen, media, audio and video content.

I have been using it, for two weeks now, coming from Xperia 1 v, and I think its a cooler upgrade. The only thing I do not like, is the new camera app, I kinda prefer the older camera apps. just a new learning curve.

The hardware here is brilliant, but the fit and finish is lacking with gaps in the panels, and the software is unusable for the average individual.

This phone is a huge improvement with its camera and battery life over the mark III, it's a lot cooler during gaming as well. The only downside on the specs is the resolution has dropped from 4k to 1080+, but it's not noticeable.

I love Sony phones it's just too bad they are so expensive. I decided to splash on the new 1 VI and I really like the new shape. For me it's the perfect size and weight and the software is so stock Android which I love. The camera is good and the material build is interesting. Nice phone if you can afford it.

Th box consists of only phone without any extra cable or adapter with high price of 1249 $