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Requesting the Xperia z5 compact

I'm just going to throw this out there hoping an exec sees this even though that's a low possibility...

I know that you just announced the Z4v with great fanfare, but everyone knows its got some issues.

But I just saw the Z5 and Z5 Compact leaked and I want one. Badly.

Not the 'Zv' version with a different(ugly) body, but the Sony version. You can put a giant Verizon logo somewhere, I don't care. Just please stick with what Sony designed and not tack on an old model body.

And please please the Compact. Give us a great compact and I won't even care if it is hideous, I'd still get it. You've ignored compacts for the last couple of years; I know this because I'm still hanging on to a Razr m. Your last mini was a Galaxy 4, your last Xperia compact was never. Throw us a bone and release a good phone that isn't the size of a brick please.

Thanks for listening

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hhggzz

I second this motion. I still have my razr M because I want a small phone. I would be happy with the S6 mini, the z5 compact... Something small and up to date. I hear from people quite often that they would prefer a smaller phone but don't feel like they have a choice anymore.

_rashanjs

Third!

I really want this phone and I'd hate having to choose carriers to get it. At the least allow sony to support your network bands.

The Verizon phone portfolio is disturbing. All these 5 inch plus devices, I really cant deal with it. My pockets don't like it, my thumbs can't reach it, and my hands can barely hold it. The iphone 6 strikes perfectly here. A 4.7 inch display that is really ideal, and even though it's not quite small, it feels better in hand than my galaxy S5.

Let's give the customers some options. I don't watch movies on my phone, but I want a good camera in a stylish device. Give it a go Verizon, WOOT!

radgatt

I agree. What makes it even worse is that the Z5, Z5 compact and Z5 Premium have all been announced today. The Z4v has not even been released. It was supposed to come out in the summer. We are 21 days (at the time of this writing) and the Z4v hasn't even had a release date. I want a Z5. There is no point in the Z4v even being released. What does it look like to release a Z4 variant when the Z5 has been announced. Makes no sense at all. Please Verizon, please somehow get us the Z5.

radgatt

Another reason for us to have a Z5 instead of the Z4v...the Z4v was announced on June 16. Still no release date in site!

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KeyWestReactor

DON'T LISTEN! We DO need the z4v -- assuming that you use the standard (for Verizon) lead time, the soonest you will get a z5 out is NEXT YEAR some time. A lot of us have been waiting and waiting for the Verizon release of a z4 and CAN'T WAIT UNTiIL NEXT YEAR (our current phones are too old and having problems). Give us the the z4v NOW and then start working on getting a z5 out there. PLEASE!

Tidbits

Hmmm.

Sony Xperia Z5 Compact Premium is reportedly a Japan-only variant with 1080p display

drennrodri

Yes! Please add the Z5 compact to your lineup. I am holding to your network by a thread and a Z5 compact would extend our business.

imnotcool

I would like to jump on this bandwagon as well. I have been waiting for a phone with good specs that is not the size of a piece of plywood and is not an iphone. There are lots of gigantic phones to choose from. Please give us at least one good option that is smaller.

Please bring the Z5 Compact to verizon. My money is waiting to be spent!

Thanks for listening.

Tidbits

Read 2 posts up. No matter how you clamor if the rumor is true you'll never get one on Verizon.

NetVandal

Yes, please, please work with Sony to make an Xperia Z5 Compact for CDMA. Sony and Verizon clearly have a working relationship because we keep getting Verizon versions of the full size Xperia phones, but there's a unfulfilled market out there for the compact versions. I have an iPhone 6 and find it to be too big, but it's the smallest modern phone offered. I don't want to have to switch carriers just to get a reasonable sized phone, so please offer one.

xshift

>> Read 2 posts up. No matter how you clamor if the rumor is true you'll never get one on Verizon.

@Tidbits

The article states there is a rumor of a 4th version (Compact Premium) of the phone that would be Japan-only. Nobody here has requested that one; they asked for the Compact. As far as I can tell, the Compact (and the other 2 versions, regular and Premium) would be available. If I'm misreading, please let me know.

Regarding the original post, we would love a smaller phone, too. I need a larger one for eyesight issues, but my kids would really like a smaller one they could actually fit into a pocket.

Ninjapirate83

YES. I really hope Verizon gives us the Z5 compact. Most wanted phone!

hafoc

13th? Anyways I hope this will be offered too, or I'll have to buy one from Sony and switch to t-mo to use it (((

damn US carriers

Tidbits

Might as well buyou your devices outright. If everyone did the mobile landscape might be better in the US.

hhggzz

I see the Z5 compact is now appearing overseas and is available, unlocked, on ebay. The question is - how do I find out for absolute certain whether I can activate and use the phone on the Verizon network. I've looked at the frequency listing and it "should". However, "should" is not the same as "will".

Does anyone know how to get this information from Verizon?

Tidbits

Does it support block C spectrum? No then it will not work.

vodanh

This will be the first time i've ever posted about wanting a phone. I want the Z5 compact. There are people who love the high res, the giant screens. There are options for that. I want a smaller phone that fits comfortably in my hands, 720p so it doesn't burn too much battery just to display, that is plenty of detail for me, and a battery that lasts 2-3 days. I had my razr m for 3 years+ and finally had to give it up because the battery was finally dying. If I got an original new battery i'd still be using my razr m. I have a G4 now, and its great, however, nothing beats a compact functional form factor that works great as a phone, with long battery life, and media/camera as a secondary function. I don't even get why people are so concerned about on board camera. If you're going somewhere that's worth pictures taken, bring a Point and Shoot camera. I have yet to see any phone camera beat the picture quality on a standard ELPH canon camera that's on refurb sale for $60. The things you do most on the phone should be to call, msg, email, and some video for information, and the longest lasting battery possible to stay productive. Media is secondary, or get a different model for media consumption.

celldan

If we post a re-request a (this) compact phone everyday ya think V will pay attention?

katzmopolitan

Agh, really want this too.

Tidbits

No they will not. Sales numbers however they will, and compacts haven't sold very well worldwide enough to gain interest.

Momma23dogs

Sony is not selling through any US carrier by choice. They are also not making a CDMA version. End of story, at least for now.

repoman576

I used to change my phone as soon as a new one comes out, however, ive been using the same razr 2 v9m since it first came available. I cant stand these candy bar type phone but im willing to get one if there were small enough. all I ever see are these phones getting bigger and bigger, my friend has a galaxy note. I swear its bigger that a tv I once owned. z5 compact would be a good start!!

until Verizon has a good small screen phone I will continue to use my razr 2 until I cant. when that day comes, ill be willing to change carriers if need be. loyalty works both ways........

VZE2TZNK

I echo this request. I'm about to move to another service because verizon has NO decent compact phones to offer. I am hanging on my droid mini, but it's showing signs of age.

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