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The Sony Xperia Z SGP611A1W has a convenient 8 inch display that provides clear visuals. Running on Android and featuring Wi-Fi connectivity, this Sony tablet offers to its users various handy features, allows them to surf the Internet, explore social networks, and check e-mails. Plus, the integrated 16 GB memory of this Sony Tablet provides storage space for the user files.

  • Display Size: 8"
  • Storage Capacity: 16GB
  • Operating System: Android
  • Internet Connectivity: Wi-Fi
  • Exterior Color: White
  • Processor: Qualcomm
  • Processor Speed: 1.5 GHz
  • Display Max. Resolution: 1920 x 1200
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  • PainToad on 20/06/2017 - 15:45
    +5

    8" Compact

    10.1-inch display

    Display Size: 10.1in

    • nocure on 20/06/2017 - 15:48

      Thanks, fixed.

  • sonicentropy on 20/06/2017 - 15:51
    +2

    http://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_z3_tablet_compact-6633.p…
    NETWORK Technology
    GSM / HSPA / LTE
    LAUNCH Announced 2014, September
    Status Available. Released 2014, November
    BODY Dimensions 213.4 x 123.6 x 6.4 mm (8.40 x 4.87 x 0.25 in)
    Weight 270 g (9.52 oz)
    SIM Nano-SIM
    - IP68 certified - dust/water proof over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
    DISPLAY Type TFT LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
    Size 8.0 inches (~70.4% screen-to-body ratio)
    Resolution 1200 x 1920 pixels (~283 ppi pixel density)
    Multitouch Yes, up to 10 fingers
    Protection Shatter proof glass, oleophobic coating
    - Triluminos display
    - X-Reality Engine
    PLATFORM OS Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow)
    Chipset Qualcomm MSM8974AB Snapdragon 801
    CPU Quad-core 2.5 GHz Krait 400
    GPU Adreno 330
    MEMORY Card slot microSD, up to 256 GB (dedicated slot)
    Internal 16 GB, 3 GB RAM
    CAMERA Primary 8.1 MP, autofocus, check quality
    Features Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, HDR, panorama
    Video 1080p@30fps, check quality
    Secondary 2.2 MP, f/2.8, 1080p@30fps
    SOUND Alert types Vibration; MP3, WAV ringtones
    Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
    3.5mm jack Yes
    COMMS WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
    Bluetooth 4.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
    GPS Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS
    NFC Yes
    Radio FM radio, RDS
    USB microUSB 2.0 (MHL 3 TV-out), USB Host; magnetic connector
    FEATURES Sensors Accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer
    Messaging SMS (threaded view), MMS, Email, IM, Push Email
    Browser HTML5
    Java No
    - Fast battery charging (Quick Charge 2.0)
    - ANT+ support
    - Xvid/MP4/H.264 player
    - MP3/eAAC+/WAV/Flac player
    - Document viewer
    - Photo viewer/editor
    - Voice memo/dial
    BATTERY Non-removable Li-Ion 4500 mAh battery
    Stand-by Up to 1100 h (2G) / Up to 1300 h (3G)
    Talk time Up to 19 h (2G) / Up to 23 h (3G)
    Music play Up to 170 h
    MISC Colors Black, White
    SAR 1.42 W/kg (body)
    SAR EU 0.84 W/kg (body)
    Price About 380 EUR
    TESTS Performance Basemark OS II: 1141 / Basemark X: 12911
    Display Contrast ratio: 1416 (nominal), 1.735 (sunlight)
    Camera Photo / Video
    Loudspeaker Voice 66dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 65dB
    Audio quality Noise -81.4dB / Crosstalk -83.5dB

  • Mnke on 20/06/2017 - 15:55
    +1

    Not sgp311 it's actually SGP611A1W.

    • nocure on 20/06/2017 - 15:59

      Thanks, Fixed.

  • giventofly on 20/06/2017 - 16:11
    +17

    Neg me if I am wrong, but is $299 not a high price for a 3 year old 16GB Android Tablet?

    They do not stand up as well as iPads (and this is coming from someone that doesn't like iOS) and the specs are somewhat old.

    Granted it has LTE.

    • eug on 20/06/2017 - 16:19
      +5

      Granted it has LTE.

      It's a WiFi model, no LTE.

      • DeToxin on 20/06/2017 - 16:28
        +8

        Was just about to mention this.

        Also, I think I paid $330 over 2 years ago, it has since dropped below $300 multiple times.

        I don't think it's a bargain at this price.

        Having said that, mine is still running really well, it feels snappy (I have a pixel xl which doesn't seem any faster in day to day use), and with a large micro SD card in it, it is a great portable media player (the stereo speakers are decent too).

        $200 would be a more fitting price this far from it's release.

        Probably worth noting, no more official os updates from Sony for this.

      • giventofly on 20/06/2017 - 16:30

        Oops. I saw the specs above and thought it had. This is definitely not a bargain then.

  • bassiveguitar on 20/06/2017 - 16:11
    +6

    Mine's still going strong from the same deal last year, fantastic tablet!

    • akashra on 20/06/2017 - 19:25

      Yeah, but no longer getting updates and starting to show its age. I have one myself (and had a Z3C, and now have a Z5) and yeah, while it was great, I wouldn't buy one today.

  • dosada on 20/06/2017 - 16:12
    +10

    IMHO ridiculous price for that old bone

    • Tehcookiemonsta on 20/06/2017 - 17:57
      +4

      Please point us in the right direction for something of better value. While it is a 2014 tablet it was the flagship at the time… and i simply cant see anything better for the price

      • dosada on 20/06/2017 - 18:32

        Buy some Chinese unit if nothing else. Plenty to chose for that money. 3 tears old technology on a tablet is simply outdated

        • Jamie007 on 20/06/2017 - 19:20
          +1

          This tablet would easily keep up with newer Chinese android tablets at the price point and have FAR better build quality and screen (inc. being waterproof). There are better 8 inch tablets out now yes, but you'll be paying a lot more than $299 for them.

        • ghoulie1 on 20/06/2017 - 19:44

          Lineage support keeps older gear alive and Chinese tablets simply don't cut the mustard. My LG GPad 8.3 runs 7.1.2 like a dream.

        • Tehcookiemonsta on 21/06/2017 - 07:48

          Your comparing grey market to local stock 2 years warranty and ACL vs no warranty or very dodgy service….

          The specs of this tablet are still very hard to beat at this price, unless if u can find me a similarly specced tablet in this price range.

          Heres a hint… you cant.

      • Ryballs on 20/06/2017 - 21:22

        Not sure how it compares but there's the Acer Iconia One 10.1" Tablet for $245 + shipping @ Kogan: https://www.kogan.com/au/buy/acer-iconia-one-10-b3-a30-table…

  • bugoy8 on 20/06/2017 - 16:16

    This has a sim right? Can this actually take calls?

    • XpcwrJc7K2ZZxEHA on 20/06/2017 - 16:23
      +1

      This model does not have a SIM card slot.

  • Phoebus on 20/06/2017 - 16:17
    +1

    If you've got $300 to spend on a tablet I'm sure you can find something newer and better

    • paulojr on 20/06/2017 - 16:26

      Agreed. I bought a Z3 Tablet recently. Worst tablet I've had so far.
      Wireless AC/N unreliable, SD read speeds well below acceptable levels and battery drain issues. Sony support is near non existent in Australia.
      Cheaper, better options out there and cheaper I am certain.

      • DeToxin on 20/06/2017 - 16:45

        I haven't had any wifi issues in the two years I've had mine.

        The read/write speeds are ok for most purposes. Using A1 SD bench I get 16mb/ write and 18mb/s read (with a SanDisk Ultra 64gb microSD)

        No battery drain issues either.

        I can't comment on Sony's support because I've never used it.

        I think it's a great tablet, just not at this price.

        • paulojr on 21/06/2017 - 13:13

          you need to look closer at the wifi not just use it in one specific situation. The wifi gets confused if you get within close proximity of a secondary N or AC routers and it then drops back to 2.4 if you have one configured and if not it fails to reconnect. Most ordinary users won't understand what his happening as the problems are complex. I logged a detail case with steps to reproduce with Sony well over 6 months ago and no fix forthcoming and probably never will be one.

          Those speeds are terrible for a device of this price. You should get 40+ mb/s both directions now days with a decent memory card. Even the old Z1's could do this. (the interface was rated at aout 45mb/s.)

          Battery issues are tied to OS version. If your on an older build likely it will be better. Recommend not upgrading the OS. This issues will get significantly worse with time.

          Camera also sub-stony standard, forgot to mention that.

          Sony support is handled by a dodgy third party, fonebiz or something like that, their bad reputation proceeds them. Local sony support know very little about the Z3's and will send you to the third party at the first sign of any question more complex than, how do I turn it on, if you get what I mean. Not like the US that have people trained, but if you guy it here you have to deal with the local level 1 support.
          I hope you never have to go to support. This will turn you off Sony for life.

          All our devices were sony up until recently, three un-repaired major faults on three different sony devices will do that to you. Starting to shop around for options now for our next devices.

      • Ozimodo on 20/06/2017 - 17:11
        -8

        I had one of these. From memory there was some sort of issue that made it difficult to install apps in sd memory. Sold it because the 16gb was too limiting

        • Rumbaar on 20/06/2017 - 17:54

          I'm sure that was an Android OS issue, that has been addressed in later versions. But they do not state what version is installed.

        • DeToxin on 20/06/2017 - 19:29
          +1

          @Rumbaar:

          This can be updated to Android 6.x (it's probably running 5.0)

          1: Sony chose not to allow microsd cards to be formatted as internal storage because of limited read/write speeds. (So you can't install apps to the SD card)

          2: if you upgrade to Android 6.0, you lose the ability to connect wirelessly to a dualshock 3 controller without root. You gain the ability to connect a ds4 though.

    • hweita on 20/06/2017 - 16:49

      I think most manufacturers have stopped making new android tablets (especially at this size)… only ones at this size better than the Z3 Compact are probably Huawei Media Pad M3, Asus Zenpad 3S 8.0 and Xiaomi Mipad 3 which are all priced higher.

    • [Deactivated] on 21/06/2017 - 05:53

      In the 8 inch catagory for the 300 dollar price range good luck even getting fhd screen.

      Its old bit holding its value. Look at the s5, that for some reasons holds its value high as well.

  • bloobat on 20/06/2017 - 16:33
    +1

    While this is a great product it is quite an old tablet now and I'm pretty sure this has been below 300 a number of times so not a great deal sorry OP

  • Save Medicare on 20/06/2017 - 16:43
    +1

    I use this in my car for navigation because phones are illegal.

    It actually works tethered to my phone so well it's amazing.

    • imahapyboy on 20/06/2017 - 17:02

      how did you mount it? teach me, I bought one last year ~

      • Mnke on 20/06/2017 - 17:11

        Mount it with a CD slot mount I assume.

      • Save Medicare on 20/06/2017 - 21:54

        I use the SM617 - Arkon Slim-Grip ULTRA Robust Base Windshield Mount

        Got it off ebay for $34.92 and I'm really happy with it

    • Mobe1969 on 20/06/2017 - 18:46

      Phones are illegal for nav???

      • SuiCid3 on 20/06/2017 - 19:56
        +1

        For L and P platers yes, not for full license though.
        Edit: In NSW anyway, dunno about other states

      • trongy on 21/06/2017 - 08:08
        +1

        According to my interpretation of the Victorian Regulations:

        • Driver must not be a P or L plater
        • Phone must be mounted to the vehicle
        • Phone may only be used for: voice calls, audio playing, navigation. i.e. no texting, video calls or other functions are allowed.
        • Phone must be used without touching it at all.
        • Exemptions for police and Emergency services (of course!).

        I highlighted the no touching rule, because I think that's the one most of us are guilty of breaking. However, I just got a new car with android auto - yay, so I'm all good now.

  • Tehcookiemonsta on 20/06/2017 - 17:05
    +3

    Everyone says there are better specced tablets for the price… anyone actually find one. (Im actually interested)

    Had a look and cant really see anything with the resolution, ram and cpu

  • Tehcookiemonsta on 20/06/2017 - 17:07

    Also processor listed as 2.5 ghz not 1.5 ghz

  • pennyless on 20/06/2017 - 17:09

    Sony seems to have a high opinion of their tablets, the relatively old Z5 10" goes for around $800 new online when similar devices are less than half that price.

  • tonyjzx on 20/06/2017 - 17:09
    +1

    Ahhh typical ozbb response.

    I was about to buy this.

    And then I realised I bought one already ages ago and gave it to my dad.

    I would assume updates on this thing has long ended.

  • assailantsky on 20/06/2017 - 17:12

    Not a great price, it was this much or less last year and the hardware is getting old. If it had 4G/LTE, then it might be alright.

    Don't get me wrong, I have two of these, and they have been solid, especially with the firmware updates. I use mine everyday. Great little tablets, but considering its age, it should be <$200 on clearance. Neg from me.

    • tightarse on 20/06/2017 - 17:16
      +2

      'Should be' is not a great reason to neg the deal, unless you can find it cheaper?

      • Tehcookiemonsta on 20/06/2017 - 17:20
        +4

        Agreed… cant find any local stock tablets with similar specs and price

      • assailantsky on 20/06/2017 - 17:30
        +2

        I'm saying it would need to be lower for it to be considered a bargain as previous deals had been cheaper, hence neg. Obviously it's personal opinion on how much it's worth right now to me, considering I have 2 already.

        If "you can find it cheaper NOW" is a requirement for neg votes, please remove my neg.

  • Tehcookiemonsta on 20/06/2017 - 17:22

    I hate when manufacturers do this… can anyone locate the years of warranty for this device. I sure as hell can't

    • assailantsky on 20/06/2017 - 17:41
      +1

      One year from memory, but they are built pretty solid. No problem from my 3 yr ownership. But you'll have to be super careful of the waterproofing port covers. I use a magnetic charger dock to get around that.

      • Tehcookiemonsta on 20/06/2017 - 17:51

        Called sony was told all mobiles and tablets aussie stock come with 2 years warranty

      • rokufan on 21/06/2017 - 13:50

        Do you have a link for the magnetic charger dock?
        Do you use a case? I can only find those cheap chinese bulky folio type.

        • assailantsky on 21/06/2017 - 14:23
          +1

          I use the sony case and dock for the tablet. The case would be super hard to find, if not impossible now. Docks are still floating around I think.

    • PlagueistheCheap on 20/06/2017 - 17:48
      +1

      Pray you don't need it. Dealing with fonebiz (Sony's au warranty repair joint) is the most painful thing that can be done. I will never buy Sony again after having to suffer through fonebiz service.

      • paulojr on 21/06/2017 - 13:19
        +1

        same here. I cannot understand what has happened to Sony. The company once was my go to company happy to pay the premium but now slipping behind or possibly much worse than Samsung or LG. I'm now willing to go no-name as gamble on throwing it away rather than dealing with the likes of fonebiz.

    • Tehcookiemonsta on 20/06/2017 - 17:54

      Found out all aussie stock mobiles & tablets = 2 years warranty

  • onetrickpony on 20/06/2017 - 17:29
    +4

    Got one of these in black last October, I think it was 278 delivered including noise cancelling headphones. It's been great, no problems anywhere. And its waterproof, can't say I would ever use it underwater, but lets me OzB in the bath with confidence.

    • Tehcookiemonsta on 20/06/2017 - 17:53

      U keep it under running water in the shower? Or just in the bathroom listening to music?

      • onetrickpony on 20/06/2017 - 18:21
        +2

        No, I use it when I'm actually having a bath. Wet hands and splashes don't worry it. Just have to keep the micro usb cover on tight. Love a nice long bath.

  • eqv on 20/06/2017 - 18:10
    +2

    Be careful that you might get refurbished or returned item when you buy this from their online store

    • Tehcookiemonsta on 20/06/2017 - 18:18

      I did read this… however its generally the case you would get a refurb or repaired at their will

  • Saron on 20/06/2017 - 19:14
    +2

    Bought one of these back in Oct 2015 for $339. Still going strong.

    One thing to note, decent cases/covers for these can be extremely hard to find.

    • paulojr on 21/06/2017 - 13:16

      watchout of the ebay ones. Covers go over the magnetic charger! I tried several all the same problem. Any recommendations that don't cover ports or make it impossible to stand the tablet up would be good.

      • Saron on 22/06/2017 - 20:15

        This is the case I ended up with: https://www.amazon.ca/Xperia-Compact-Tablet-Cover-Feature/dp… but bought from US Amazon seller who shipped to Australia. The guys in this link don't unfortunately. It covers the magnetic charger, so you have to charge with the case open. Viewing angles are good though, and I'm happy with it. I hope you find somewhere that sells it and ships here.

        DO NOT buy a MOKO brand case. The plastic corners break after a while.

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