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Sony Xperia Z1s
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Sony Xperia Z1s

Released: 2014, January. Released 2014, JanuaryPrice: About 260 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1 (Lollipop)
CPUQuad-core 2.2 GHz Krait 400
GPUAdreno 330
NFCYes
SAR0.72 W/kg (head) 1.25 W/kg (body)
SIMMicro-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), OTG, magnetic connector
Size5.0 inches, 68.9 cm, 2, (~64.0% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeTFT
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
BrandSony
ModelSony Xperia Z1s
PriceAbout 260 EUR
RadioStereo FM radio, RDS
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsBlack
ModelsC6916
Single2 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight162 g (5.71 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8974 Snapdragon 800 (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands4, 17
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Internal32GB 2GB RAM
Released2014, January. Released 2014, January
Stand-byUp to 600 h (2G) / Up to 620 h (3G)
Announced2014, January. Released 2014, January
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 15 h (2G) / Up to 15 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions145.7 x 73.9 x 8.6 mm (5.74 x 2.91 x 0.34 in)
Music playUp to 40 h
ProtectionShatter proof glass
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Sony Xperia Z1s Overview

About Sony Xperia Z1s Sony Xperia Z1s is a discontinued device from Sony's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2014. Sony Xperia Z1s has a wide variety of great specifications such as 32GB 2GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8974 Snapdragon 800 (28 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Sony Xperia Z1s can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Sony Xperia Z1s?

The Sony Xperia Z1s supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Sony Xperia Z1s support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Sony devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Sony Xperia Z1s void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Sony Xperia Z1s will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Sony Xperia Z1s run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Sony Xperia Z1s.