Sony Xperia XZ2 Long-Term Review | Forget Android P!
Long-term review of the Xperia XZ2, Sony's first big 2018 flagship smartphone - just as the Xperia XZ3 is being readied for launch! I've been using the XZ2 on and off for a few months now and it's still one of my favourite mobiles of the year, although don't touch that Android P beta with a bargepole.
Sure, the XZ2 may not be the lightest or most dazzling of smartphones, but every bit of it screams premium. Sony's MotionEye camera is still a highlight, as is the Xperia XZ2's gorgeous IPS display.
Check out my original Sony Xperia XZ2 review on Recombu, as well as my camera comparison, tips and tricks guide and other features. We'll be going hands-on with the new XZ3 flagship phone from Sony at IFA, so stay tuned!
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The screen quality is stunning I am totally in love with it even though a year later
I love this phone, one of my favourites of all time. I sold the XZ3 to get an XZ2! No kidding. I just appreciate it's more compact size in addition to a better screen (personal preference). I prefer OLED screens, but the LCD's on Sony phones are just great.
@BadLuckGino
5 жыл бұрын
Wow, I'm glad I got an XZ2. Just bought mine today and I love it, it's an upgrade after using an XA2 Ultra for over a year. Definitely appreciate the compact size and the ergonomics of the device over the bigger XA2 Ultra and I thought about getting the XZ3 but Best Buy had a sale on the XZ2 that I just couldn't pass up. Definitely worth the purchase
@user-rr3vm5wb7e
5 жыл бұрын
:D
@warlockboyburns
4 жыл бұрын
Hdr videos look stunning
Iv had the xz2 for two years. Some things are good, some are bad. On the positive side, the phone doesn’t show signs of fatigue when it comes to battery life and stability. It runs just as smooth now, as it did two years ago. The gps module also works just fine, so unlike other phones I’ve had in the past, it is still working after two years and is not begging for a replacement. There are some issues and these comes from the psychosis the designers must have had when they made this phone. First issue is the combination of wireless charging and a concave rear. Two positive features, but when combined it is plain stupidity. Long story short if I receive a notification when the phone is on my wireless charging monitor (Samsung SE370), the phone rotates and the charging process stops. So wireless charging is totally useless. Second, the phone is marketed as being durable, however fitting a rear glass plate on something that is supposed to be durable will only end in tears. So yep the rear glass is fractured. 3rd, Sony fitted a good DAC on this phone but no minijack port. if you use the adapter for the usb c port, you will actually get a good sound experience. However, using an adapter put stress on the usb C port, inevitably after a few months the port failed, and it is now impossible to use for audio with an adapter. Basically, one is left with Bluetooth headsets only. Why on gods earth do you fit a high-end DAC chip and no minijack port? Camera is very good, but not snappy. The number one requirement of a camera in a mobile phone is the ability to quickly snap photos in a decent quality. The camera in this phone fails on this area. A camera should preform at its best when the user is at its worst. For the camera in this phone the story is the opposite. Last part is about the special features of this phone: great monitor, water resistance and extra strong vibrator. Are these features targeted for tanagers trying to pleasuring them self’s in a damp bathroom watching Deadliest Catch on youtube? I have no clue about what Sony was thinking.... Besides these issues the Sony XZ2 is still a great phone In late 2020.
@gepliprl8558
2 жыл бұрын
It doesn't show signs of fatigue but do you notice that it gets warmer easily? Mine does. Not a big problem but still doesn't feel comfortable sometimes.
Been using it for already five years, but now it's time for upgrade. Xperia 1 V is the new one.
When it comes to the placement of the fingerprint sensor Sony had Reason for that. Sony dont think the fingerprint should be used if you Holding the phone. The placement is perfect for unlocking your phone if you pull the phone up from your trousers pockets. But what I can see no reviewers has ever tried that? Dont know why, but is not the first time Sony explaned something but no reviewers seems to ever know. The bezels is the other thing.
@gelzgrant13
4 жыл бұрын
Yes, i agree.
Im using sony since z1 compact, Im dissapointed that I have switched to Samsung S9 after XZ1 & XZ premium. use XZ2 for couple of weeks but didnt like it the way it should be..side finger print scanner and boxy rectangle was its unique feature. curve back doesnt look good at at.... I can give a chance to sony to get back to the core feature. keep XZ1 design with less screen bazels, and glass rectangle back would be perfect and should have a headphone jack.
just missing a 3.5mm jack. makes it too hard to buy
@AsifAli-mz5jl
5 жыл бұрын
You connect the headphone to a different attachment
@mkemm1347
Жыл бұрын
What attachment is that mate? TIA...
Ordered one today, opted for it over the s9. Hope its worth it 😮
@xxkazu78
5 жыл бұрын
Definitely made the right choice there. Much better battery Ergonomics and build quality (fits fairly snug in my hand) One of the most optimised skins Quick updates Competitive camera Reliable Non pro xz2 owner, from long time use Edit: I also owned and used the S9 quite extensively
@Stegill10
4 жыл бұрын
It is
@zameerfouzan
2 жыл бұрын
3 years later, how did it turn out?
You didnt mention about the great speakers
@kapilbusawah7169
6 жыл бұрын
Armin Nayeri he did
@justina9914
5 жыл бұрын
Mention or talk about, not mention about
@arkieologist
2 жыл бұрын
@@PostTenebrasLux You could get a bluetooth speaker pretty dang affordable these days.
@demajlrizvani2070
2 жыл бұрын
@@PostTenebrasLux I know more about the subject than you. You are an audiofool, not audiophile. If you were an audiophile you'd not be listening to music on a phone but would invest in a nice dedicated DAP and would not expect good sound out of a phone as for most mobile makers SQ is somewhere down the list. That's because average Joe doesn't care, doesn't know better and couldn't tell a flac apart from mp3 to save his life.. Have a nice one Mr "audiophile".
@demajlrizvani2070
2 жыл бұрын
@@PostTenebrasLux do whatever you want, audiophile chicken.
Another classic video... great reviews again and some laffs, ordered one of these it comes tomorrow, from a 6s plus , made the jump!
@kevinhatchett2021
5 жыл бұрын
ill be getting one on monday
@plog1805
4 жыл бұрын
I currently have an iPhone 6s and am considering switching to the xz2 compact. Any advice since you were in the same boat?
Just bought the XZ2 after previously having the XZ. I have to say that I am really impressed, the phone feels premium and well built. Last week I upgraded to the Huawei P30 Pro and whilst the camera tech is awesome, one of the Cameras suffered from a major glitch so I returned it and bought the XZ2 sim free for £340 and couldn't be happier.
I got a xz2 for £169 on ebay new condition
same here I know that Sony's design is not the best rn but I cant help but like it lol
Loving my xz2 compact. 😎
@n0cturn2l
5 жыл бұрын
I have seen on another youtube videos that the camera app is really slow when taking pictures, do you experience that aswell?
IMO, although the xz2 is heavier than the xzp (I currently have both), I can't really complain about its weight. I don't see why people complain about it. The only thing quite useless about the phone is the dynamic vibration. No game so far supports it, at least games I play. I have no problem with the fp placement at all. I hit it right (95% of the time).
@alistairgongob1423
5 жыл бұрын
Is the xzp better than the xz2 sir?
@colin7225
5 жыл бұрын
Do you find the screen on xz2 a lot smaller than the screen on xz premium?
Watching this video on my near 4 year old XZ2 and not missing s beat
@cutiecatplaysgames
Жыл бұрын
The phone I'm watching with is XZ2 and I think it's from 2018 December 31th it's lasted for a long time
Just bought the ice silver one (Sept 19).. and it's gorgeous... Alongside the the old Nokia lumia 930... It's one of my favourite phones of all time.. Ive had a few phones in the last year, including the XZ3.. but I keep getting rid of them and coming back, drooling over those curves, the awesome camera, stunning screen.. but also how well balanced and sweetly musical and well tuned those speakers sound.. IMO, they're better than Samsungs AKGs (not as loud mind, but better quality) .. Its just an awesome device.. I just wish the 3.5 jack was here... Love Sony... I can see me holding onto this with Android Q or until end of life
@liosmani9353
4 жыл бұрын
Why did u go back to xz2 from xz3? Was the xz3 not good?
@arkieologist
2 жыл бұрын
I've seen plenty of comments say this... But I wonder what it is that really reels people in. And why does it sound like the XZ3 is not as desirable? Please lmk, I'm in the market for a new phone.
Great device. I am using xz2 compact and love it's compact size.
Great review in your unique way. Nice work Chris.
@adventuregamerreviews2878
6 жыл бұрын
Steve Worman Thanks Steve :)
@grumpyreader8634
6 жыл бұрын
Adventure Gamer Reviews You are welcome Chris. Love your work.
i got xz2 and love it..somehow the camera app act bit weird sometime result in force closing app suddenly..usually happen in pro mode definitely will upgrade to xz3 during discounted sales from Sony
@imranhussein55
6 жыл бұрын
pitwan desu yes I'm getting the same error on camera app
@adventuregamerreviews2878
6 жыл бұрын
I've had a force close too, just the once. Seems to be increasingly common with Android unfortunately :( Thanks for watching!
@pigletsquid7718
6 жыл бұрын
what sales? xD
@karo3529
6 жыл бұрын
I haven't had any forced closure yet.
Need to upgrade from my Xperia X, is this worth picking up and should I get it pre owned?
Jesus, I forgot Uncle Spurt had hair back in the day
Strong vibrations was that a beach boys song??
I still have Sony z1( 2013) and its still smooth and fast! Is there any other phone like that? Almost- NO! Because i had them almost all- closest to this is my OnePlus 6 but its just 19 months old( and thats nothing for OnePlus i ll see the exact long terms result in period that is yet about to come(- also have Sony z3( 2014) smooth and fast.
It feels like everything is displayed in hdr and I don't like hdr unless it's VR screens.
I'm disappointed that there isn't any supersampling because 1080p is fine but snapdragon 845 can handle 4k easily
Hi, can you please tell the name of the wallpaper which you are using here?
Nice review
You definitely need a cover, otherwise it will fall of a table...i hate the charging point at the bottem, it hurts you fingers if you hold your phone.... It is to heavy and the camera could be better.... Butt overal I om okay with it.
Nice review as usual! Can you do an unboxing of the j7 duo (2018) or Huawei y5 prime?
@TechSpurt
6 жыл бұрын
Cheers Luke :) I'll see what I can do, although they're both pretty tricky to find over here annoyingly...
@lukedonnelly4609
6 жыл бұрын
Tech Spurt alright. 👌
Hi there! What's that wallpaper you've got there?
do you use the navigation gesture?
I have the same phone,its fantastic,great display,good performance,the camera is good when is more light...
2:00 - 2:10 . Equal comparison, mate!
How much is xpera xz2 put even the Price
no headphone jack no purchase from me plus Samsung has iris scanner too and ois which Sony doesn't have
@nikhil261
5 жыл бұрын
wow face id...
Is it possible to record video in PAL standard 25/50 fps?
my xz2 overheats after 15 of call of duty and throttles the cpu
*Cool video!*
@TechSpurt
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks, plenty more on the way :)
My big bag of crack is a Moto g5. Tough as hell,and has had a cracked screen since 2017 😂
Are u reviewing sony xzs
Why the manufacturers are not making floating phones in water🤔🤔🤔🤔
Still on my XZ2. I'm seriously struggling with what to get next. I've looked at Oppo, Samsung, Motorola and Sony again and I'm even more confused. Can anyone recommend a good upgrade? Would love to have a headphone jack again 😢 I miss is. TIA
@SacreDro
4 жыл бұрын
Note 10 plus. I had P30 Pro and currently XZ2, tested the Samsung flagship and I will probably buy it again after thevprice go down or maybe de Note 20.
@arkieologist
2 жыл бұрын
The Sony Xperia 10 II.
Im commenting with that phone
Thanks Mate
2:30 🤣Sony xz3 still same🤣
I just got this one, amazingly, perfectly
2:06 Did he just reference a crackhead and crack cocaine ?
does this have notificaiton led?
@maroholmes9577
5 жыл бұрын
yes it does but it is quite small
Unfortunately.. it was a good review !
399.00 US at Best Buy, i gotta get it !
@abdelbariabboud4751
5 жыл бұрын
In my contry it costs 250$
I have just bought a brand new one in black, I have read they are pushing Android 10 on it anyone have any experience of 10 on this handset yet or is it best sticking with Oreo??
Have you ever had a problem with lag with the video recording?. I've lost several videos due to lag.
I've never heard anyone use the word Superfluous..... 🤦🏻♀️😂😂 Besides Josh in Drake and Josh in that one episode 😂😂😂
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review the camera of xz2 premium
@TechSpurt
6 жыл бұрын
Creative School Hi, hoping to get the Premium in soon for review - it's a little tardy here in the UK unfortunately
guess who's watching in 2022
NO. 3,5MM. JACK.
@kakusei3672
6 жыл бұрын
SM96 speakers make up for it
@kakusei3672
6 жыл бұрын
SM96 yes
@tonyvu2011
4 жыл бұрын
Last time I bought a wired 3.5 mm headphone was 12 years ago. The market segment for 3.5mm is disappearing so it's common sense to let it go!
Does this phone have hi res audio?
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how is this a long term review? lol u didn't even use it until after xz3
Why does this phone have QC 3.0 yet the idiots gimp the charging speed? It's like having 128GB of storage and disabling 64GB 😂😂
So many animal related metaphors
Can you use a pen?
Play with HTC U Ultra to be prepared for XZ3. From pregnant U11, Sony decided U ultra deserve to be copied. HTC and Sony went mad. Ridiculous deranged phones from both. It's totally normal both are on bottom.
@tonyvu2011
4 жыл бұрын
Google paid billions for HTC design team so Pixel 3 and on-coming Pixel 4 are true HTC phones. Current HTC models are designed and manufactured by OEMs, so HTC is only a marketing logo. Sony is also bringing their expertise and skills screen technology, digital photography and video, as seen in their latest models. So it's good to see the comeback of HTC (as Pixel) and Sony!
sony did wrong by putting a vibrator...
@ascherone
6 жыл бұрын
mia khalifa plays pubg Mia Khalifa would disagree.
@ankitsen5971
6 жыл бұрын
Mario A 😂😂😅😅
2021, i can get xz2 for only 136 usd
@helenakhushi6579
3 жыл бұрын
For real? From where?
@redarmy7813
3 жыл бұрын
@@helenakhushi6579 Indonesia, i get this phone too just 120 bucks for second like new condition
@laytich28
3 жыл бұрын
In Cambodia its only 85$
@SCfreNzy7
3 жыл бұрын
Is it worth it in 2021
@laytich28
3 жыл бұрын
@@SCfreNzy7 yeah if you only use for social media and camera, but for the game its not good since the battery life is pretty suck.
This thing was launched in India for 72990 Indian rupees And you can buy a Samsung galaxy s9 plus for like 57000 there is no reason why people will pay 20000 more for Sony This phone is meant to be failure in India I wonder for how much they will sell their xz2 premium for... 150000 ..?
so......here you spit out whatever you want to. more like uncensored recombu channel.hahaha...name the channel Bloodytechchamp
I love your accent! F*** it😂
What language do u speak? Are u born that way?
@afistfulofpimples1745
4 жыл бұрын
Arabic
Useless review since the Premium just came out!
@faizaanahmed1540
6 жыл бұрын
Justice Warrior it is the same apart from a slightly improved camera and ps4 remote play
@mattypuddingfingers1217
6 жыл бұрын
Justice Warrior some people want to spend less by buying a older model phone, especially when Sony releases a new flagship ever 6 months.
Expensive, and heavy. XIAOMI MI 8,OR one plus 6 is better option
@stilllivinginheaven
6 жыл бұрын
would've been going for mi8 but it doesn't support Netflix HD.
@ssaini5028
6 жыл бұрын
heavy LOL, do you even lift bro. What heavy means is your getting more material for the money
@adventuregamerreviews2878
6 жыл бұрын
OnePlus 6 is definitely a solid alternative. Impressive value.
Stupid design, stupid battery capacity, stupid heavy, stupid thick, stupid lack of 3.5 mm stupi,stupid fingerprint place, did I forget something
@serginho9999
6 жыл бұрын
yea yourself!
@slmts6705
6 жыл бұрын
Frando 99 u remind me there is a lot of stupid people around and there is one !
@serginho9999
6 жыл бұрын
yea including you!
@imranhussein55
6 жыл бұрын
Ss Tt stupid you
@slmts6705
6 жыл бұрын
Imran Hussein f*** u