topic Re: Is Sony about to launch a Z4 tablet replacement? in Tablets

Is Sony about to launch a Z4 tablet replacement?

kambomambo — Tue, 23 Feb 2016 21:20:14 GMT

Hi there. I've been thinking about buying a Z4 tablet - basically so that I can use it in the bath. I've held off on the purchase as I was waiting to see if a newer model was going to be launched at Mobile World Congress. From what I can see, there was no announcement for a new tablet, however I have read that the Z4 will soon have an Android operating system upgrade.

It looks, therefore, like a new tablet is not due soon, so basically I was just wondering if I should I just go and buy a Z4 now? Anyone have any advice?

Many thanks.

Mambo

PS I appreciate that this isn't a tech support question - but I could do with some guidance. Thanks again.

Re: Is Sony about to launch a Z4 tablet replacement?

Uliwooly — Tue, 23 Feb 2016 21:59:24 GMT

@Mambo

The Z4 its a great tablet, there's no info on a new tablet at the moment, if you want a smaller tablet you can get the Z3 Tablet compact, it will get Marshmallow as well.

Re: Is Sony about to launch a Z4 tablet replacement?

Lord_viridis — Tue, 23 Feb 2016 22:49:07 GMT

I'll second that, having had quite a few tablets over the years, z4 outclasses the lot and is the first tablet that has fully replaced my laptop.

Re: Is Sony about to launch a Z4 tablet replacement?

CameronT — Wed, 24 Feb 2016 02:19:41 GMT

Hi @Mambo,

Welcome to the community.

If it helps you make your decision, we haven't heard anything internally about a new tablet internally yet. Whether or not that means something is on the horizon is unknown, but at the very least, it will mean any new tablet it a while away.

Re: Is Sony about to launch a Z4 tablet replacement?

kambomambo — Wed, 24 Feb 2016 21:42:17 GMT

Thanks for this. I had a look at the Z3 after your message. Was very tempted - and then I remembered the benefit of the keyboard and PC aspects of the larger Z4. Thanks again!

Re: Is Sony about to launch a Z4 tablet replacement?

kambomambo — Wed, 24 Feb 2016 21:43:54 GMT

Thanks for this - really helpful. I'm gonna get one!!!

Re: Is Sony about to launch a Z4 tablet replacement?

kambomambo — Wed, 24 Feb 2016 21:45:42 GMT

Thanks for that. Your message and the other two endorsements were just what I needed. Went onto Amazon today but sadly they're currently out of stock, but have ordered one for when they're back in! Thanks again!

Re: Is Sony about to launch a Z4 tablet replacement?

Uliwooly — Wed, 24 Feb 2016 21:51:57 GMT

@Mambo

Awesome, if you have any questions you know where to come

Re: Is Sony about to launch a Z4 tablet replacement?

ellebubi — Fri, 26 Feb 2016 15:45:46 GMT

My perception is the cpu powerhouse of the Z4 is still underexploited with the current android software.

I think we should at least wait for a stable marshmallow release (6.1, probably) to see z4's full power, full speed and enjoy better battery life, being the latter now good with stamina mode on and not exceptional without it.

I am sure at that stage we will see Sony announcing a new product, which, I am sure, is already under development.

After all, why should they promote internal competition when having a product up-to-date for months to come? Unless, say, Samsung starts to sell something slightly better at half the price

Re: Is Sony about to launch a Z4 tablet replacement?

Lord_viridis — Fri, 26 Feb 2016 16:21:39 GMT

Tbh the Z4 kicks any Samsung tablet,

Re: Is Sony about to launch a Z4 tablet replacement?

Partha1b — Sat, 27 Feb 2016 13:51:09 GMT

@Mambo wrote:
Thanks for that. Your message and the other two endorsements were just what I needed. Went onto Amazon today but sadly they're currently out of stock, but have ordered one for when they're back in! Thanks again!

Where are looking on Amazon? According to this, the delivery is between March 4th and 9th?

http://www.amazon.com/Sony-Xperia-10-1-Inch-Factory-Unlocked/dp/B00YR1JHK2/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1456580967&sr=1-1&keywords=z4+tablet

Re: Is Sony about to launch a Z4 tablet replacement?

kambomambo — Tue, 01 Mar 2016 21:15:52 GMT

Hi there Partha 1b. Excuse slow response. I was looking at Amazon UK...and there was no date for stock on there at all. I didn't have the patience to wait, so I went online to currys.co.uk just a few minutes before getting your message to order one. Just arrived today. Will set it up shortly...and am already looking forward to having a bath with it tomorrow night...although I have to admit I still feel a little apprehensive about taking it in there!!

Re: Is Sony about to launch a Z4 tablet replacement?

Danp — Thu, 10 Mar 2016 23:24:10 GMT

It'll be fine! Used mine in the bath loads and no issues.

It is a great tablet (apart from the shockingly quiet headphone output) no doubt however Sony's support has been pretty poor and I would be surprised if this is the last software update we get given we've been stuck on the same software for nearly a year....

Re: Is Sony about to launch a Z4 tablet replacement?

ellebubi — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 21:44:29 GMT

A little OT: I am glad I am not the only one to notice the absolutely low headphones output volume. Please Sony do something. It is not difficult. Otherwise, allow third parties to have their apps working on Sony Android based devices (I am actually referring to Replay Gain or other volume boosters)