Sony Z Ultra Google Edition Now Available in Play Store
The Sony Z Ultra Google edition is now available in the company's Play Store.
This is Sony's first official device to run a pure form of Android. The tablet will retail for $649 and will come with 16GB of internal storage. It is listed to ship within 1-2 business days.
The Sony Z Ultra launched in the fall of this year and is one of the company's most impressive devices to date. It features a 6.4-inch display. Sony launched the Ultra to compete with the Galaxy Note 3 which hit stores around the same time.
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The Z Ultra features impressive specifications including Qualcomm's most powerful processor to date the Snapdragon 800 quad-core 2.2 GHz Krait 400 chip, Adreno 330 graphics, 2GB RAM, and Sony's Triluminous display that uses OptiContrast and X-Reality tech. The device also comes equipped with Android 4.2.2, JellyBean and LTE connectivity.
The Ultra sports an exterior design that is quite similar to the Sony Xperia Z smartphone. It combines a metallic frame with tempered glass on both the front and back which gives it a minimalistic and stylish look. It features a sturdy a classier build quality than the Galaxy Note 2 as that device consists of glass and plastic.
Even though it is a large device, it is still extremely comfortable to hold. This device is also surprisingly thin considering its size. It weighs around 212g (7.5 ounces), but does not feel that heavy. This display on the device is also described as "stunning" by the publication.
This is one of two Google Play branded gadgets to launch this week in the Play store with the other being the LG G Pad 8.3 Play Edition. Other devices such as the Galaxy S4 and HTC One are also available in Google Play form.
