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  1. S

    Help Weird browser video layout

    So basically I used to have a normal good custom layout when I watched videos from my Google Chrome browser e.g.,on YouTube. Then one day I shut down my phone for about 10 mins and when I turned it on and wanted to watch a video a got a really plain and simple design... How do I get it back?
  2. D

    Video resolution

    Hi, is there anyway to lower the quality of the video you take. My wife wants to email the videos but cant due to the size. thanks.
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  3. M

    Help Can I prevent KitKat upgrade?

    Hi am planning to buy an Xperia Z1 C because my Nexus 4 is draining and heating up aftrer the KitKat upgrade. The Xperia looks perfect but I have read that the same problems are happening after KitKat is installed. If I buy a phone running JellyBean is there any way of preventing KitKat from...
  4. D

    Help Extremely low volume

    I recently bought a z1 compact, and discovered that its volume levels are extremely low. By volume levels I mean speaker, in-call and headset output. I have used several free volume boosters from play store but none of them work. Is rooting the only option now?? I have used several music...
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  5. M

    'could not send' notification doesn't go away.

    Hey, new here. Not sure if this is in the right place, but I do have a Z1 Compact. I have a problem that when an sms doesn't send, I get the could not send notification with the messaging icon but red and sad faced. This notification doesn't go away when the message is sent or deleted. The only...
  6. D

    Help Why can't I edit mp3 tags on micro sd card?

    I have all my music stored on a 64gb micro sd card in my z1 compact, however I have noticed that I cannot edit the mp3 tags when viewing the files in windows. Why is this? I have my device connected to my laptop using the usb cable, I navigate through to the sd card directory and all my...
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  7. Prso9

    KitKat Update

    Kitkat 14.3.A.0.757 is here :) My phone is unbranded.
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  8. J

    Which one to buy : HTC One M8 or Xperia Z1 Compact : Better Camera ?

    I am planning to buy one of them. My only priority of the smartphone is to take pics. Even though M8 has better sensor and can take overall better night time pic, Z1 has 20.7MP compared to M8's 4MP and its daylight pic wins over M8. I have to decide soon on one of them. Any advice which one...
  9. S

    Help Has anyone received the Three UK 4G carrier update?

    Three has 4g in my area but I can't receive it yet. I phoned them and they said that I would need to get the update from Sony as I bought the phone direct from them. I say that's BS, the carrier update comes from the network right? Anyone got it yet?
  10. Prso9

    Internet slow on wifi

    I was under the impression that whether I have 4 signal bars, or 1 bar, as long as I'm connected to my router I should be able to whizz through websites? Is that not the case?
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  11. H

    wifi connection problem

    Hi guys, I have an issue with my z1c regarding the wifi: If I leave the wifi on and leave the routers' area and then get back in the area, the phone cannot connect automatically or manually to saved routers. I can only connect after I restart the wifi on my phone. Is there anybody out...
  12. V

    Sent Text Sound

    Hello. Is it possible to turn off the sent text message sound? I think I've looked through all the settings, but can't find it. Thanks
  13. Prso9

    Music cuts off

    Hi, I have been using the headphones I got with my Xperia S (Sony MH650C) with my Z1 Compact. Just this last week, my music keeps cutting off for no particular reason. Is anyone else using headphones other than the ones that came with the phone and not having a problem? Is there any reason...
  14. garment69

    Proximity Sensor

    Does anyone using the phone notice it takes an extended amount of time for the screen to turn back on after taking the phone away from your face? Mine takes about three seconds. Wondering if I have a defective proximity sensor.
  15. Prso9

    Transferring Photo's

    Hi, I have transferred my photo's and video's from my Xperia S to my Xperia Z1 Compact by copying and pasting once connected via USB to my computer. Most of the photo's are in order but there is a bunch that are not in date order and are currently sitting in the February folder. A couple...
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  16. D

    Xperia Privilege App Free Content

    For those of you that were having problems getting hold of your free content, the Privilege app is now up and running. Available at the moment is a free copy of Elysium, 5 other free movies and 2 months free Music Unlimited subscription for those that have never subscribed before. I am in the UK...
  17. T

    Wheres the T9 keyboard in 4.3

    Just upgraded from xperia T to Z1 compact. The abc T9 keyboard is no longer there. Can anyone tell me where it is? Tried the app store. Downloaded loads of different alternatives but can't find a good one like my old xperia T. Cheers
  18. W

    Question about importing Stateside

    So handtec.co.uk has this badboy available sim-free/unlocked to be shipped worldwide. I am wondering if I import it to the US, will I have any issues upgrading it to 4.4 like Sony has already promised? Is OTA out of the question? Will I need to root it and download an update manually? These...
  19. Prso9

    Only one thing I'm disappointed in

    So I got my Z1 Compact, which was an upgrade from the Xperia S. When Sony upgraded the ICS software to Jellybean on my xperia S, they changed the facility to take a screenshot, to just holding the power button and then a menu to shut the phone down also included an option to take a screenshot...
  20. Shave

    Does The Z1 Use Conventional Sim Cards?

    Hey fellas, been a while since I posted on this site. So I'm going to get an Xperia Z1 COMPACT and I know this is the wrong forum but I figured it'd be the same. Right now I have a Sony Ericsson Xperia Play, which is something like 4/5 years old now and I'm going to upgrade. However I'm on...
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  21. D

    Z1 Compact arrived today

    My Z1 Compact arrived this afternoon from Phones 4 U here in the UK and so far I'm loving it. Impressed by everything so far especially the camera which I used to take pictures of my old Nexus 4 so I could advertise it to sell on. My only concern is that Phones 4 U were advertising up to
  22. Prso9

    I have just ordered my Sony Xperia Z1 Compact

    Replacing my Xperia S with Xperia Z1 Compact. I hope I'm not going to be the only one in this forum!
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  23. Slug

    Review Thread

    Press reviews are now appearing as the official launch date approaches, so I'll start the ball rolling. Review: Sony Xperia Z1 Compact is a Powerful Pocket TARDIS | Gizmodo UK Sony Xperia Z1 Compact review - Best UK price, features and performance (Wired UK)
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  24. The FAQ

    Sony Xperia Z1 Compact FAQs

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  25. The FAQ

    Root Sony Xperia Z1 Compact: All Things Root Guide

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