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Sony Xperia E3 Price in New Zealand
Buying the Sony Xperia E3 in New Zealand
No shop in New Zealand that we track has listed the Sony Xperia E3 yet, so there is no local price for it right now. Sell this phone in New Zealand? List it on infozme.com for free.
- Warranty: check whether the phone comes with the official warranty in New Zealand or is an imported (international) unit. Imports can be cheaper but may not be covered by local service centres.
- Network bands: make sure the model sold in New Zealand supports your carrier's 4G/5G bands — see the Network section of the specs below.
- Before you pay: confirm the price, stock, storage/RAM version and colour with the shop, as prices change often.
What is the Sony Xperia E3 price in New Zealand?
The Sony Xperia E3 is not listed by shops in New Zealand that we track yet, so there is no local price for it right now.
Where can I buy the Sony Xperia E3 in New Zealand?
We have not found a shop in New Zealand selling the Sony Xperia E3 yet. Phone shops in New Zealand can list it on infozme.com for free.
Full Specifications
Display
| Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 4.5 inches, 55.7 cm2 (~58.5% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 480 x 854 pixels, FWVGA (~218 ppi density) |
| Protection | Scratch-resistant glass |
| Features | Multi-touch, up to 2 fingers supported |
Platform
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 (MSM8926-2 for LTE, MSM8226-2 for 3G variants) |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Adreno 305 |
| OS | Android 4.4.2 KitKat, upgradable to 4.4.4 KitKat |
Memory
| Card slot | microSDHC, up to 32 GB |
| Internal | 4GB (1.7GB user accessible), 1GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Single | 5 MP, AF |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, Geo-tagging, Touch focus, Face detection, Image stabilization, Panorama |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
Selfie Camera
| Single | 0.3 MP (VGA) |
| Video | Not specified, likely basic |
Battery
| Type | Li-Ion 2330 mAh, non-removable |
| Stand-by | Up to 706 h (2G) / Up to 661 h (3G) |
| Talk time | Up to 12 h 20 min (2G) / Up to 8 h 41 min (3G) |
| Music play | Up to 49 h |
Body
| Dimensions | 137.1 x 69.4 x 8.5 mm (5.40 x 2.73 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 143.8 g (5.08 oz) |
| Build | Plastic body, durable tempered glass front |
| SIM | Micro-SIM (Single SIM or Dual SIM variants) |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP, aptX |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| NFC | Yes (on some models) |
| Radio | FM radio with RDS |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
Launch
| Announced | 2014, September |
| Status | Discontinued |
| OS at launch | Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 4.4.4 (KitKat) |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Good battery life for its class, enhanced by STAMINA Mode.
- Durable, scratch-resistant display.
- LTE connectivity (on certain models) was a plus for an entry-level phone in 2014.
- Compact and easy to handle with one hand.
- Expandable storage via microSD card.
Cons
- Very limited internal storage (4GB, with only 1.7GB user accessible).
- Low resolution display (480x854 pixels).
- Basic front-facing camera (VGA).
- Only 1GB RAM, which can lead to performance issues with modern apps.
- Outdated Android version (KitKat) with no further official updates.
In The Box & Warranty
- Sony Xperia E3 Handset
- USB Cable
- Wall Charger
- Headphones (basic)
- Quick Start Guide
- Warranty Card
Typically, Sony offered a one-year limited manufacturer's warranty for its smartphones at the time of release.
Questions & Answers
What operating system does the Sony Xperia E3 run?
The Sony Xperia E3 originally launched with Android 4.4.2 KitKat and was upgradable to Android 4.4.4 KitKat.
Does the Sony Xperia E3 support 4G LTE?
Yes, certain variants of the Sony Xperia E3, such as the D2203, D2206, and D2243, supported 4G LTE connectivity.
How much internal storage does the Sony Xperia E3 have?
The Sony Xperia E3 comes with 4GB of internal storage, of which approximately 1.7GB is accessible to the user.
Can the storage on the Sony Xperia E3 be expanded?
Yes, the Sony Xperia E3 features a microSDHC card slot, allowing for storage expansion up to 32GB.
What is the battery life like on the Sony Xperia E3?
The Sony Xperia E3 is equipped with a 2330 mAh non-removable battery, which, combined with Sony's STAMINA Mode, offered good battery life for its time, with up to 706 hours of 2G standby and over 12 hours of 2G talk time.
Is the Sony Xperia E3 suitable for modern apps?
No, due to its outdated Android version (KitKat), limited RAM (1GB), and small internal storage, the Sony Xperia E3 is not suitable for running most modern applications efficiently or at all.