Miscelleneous by stefan @ 2013-08-30
In this article we will take a look at a second round of Xperia Z accessories provided by Brando Workshop; besides the usual cases in different shapes and built from various materials, we will also take a look at a compatible dock, which makes use of the easy recharging system of the phone.
At first we would like to thank Brando Workshop for sending and additional set of Sony Xperia Z accessories to do a small presentation.
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Features:
Cool and WOW Design
Exclusive Design
Shows your personal style
Ultra Slim Design
Impact Resistance
Easy Snap-on Attach
2 Card Slots
Lightweight material ideal for travel
Built-in Stand
Magnetic Closure
Detailed Cutout
2 Styles Available
Options:
Exercise Book
Chinese Character Graffiti
Compatible Models:
Sony Xperia Z
Sony Xperia Z C6603
Sony Xperia Z L36H
Sony Xperia C6606
Sony Xperia C6602
Sony Xperia Z LTE
Sony Xperia Z HSPA+
Features:
Sandy Texture
Feels Good on Hands
Easy Grip
Streamlined and Thin Structure
Stylish and Chic
Slim
Strong Yet Lightweight
High Protection
Prevent Scratch, Shock and Dust
Detailed Cutout
Colors:
Black
Gray
White
Green
Cyan
Red
Compatible Models:
Sony Xperia Z
Sony Xperia Z C6603
Sony Xperia Z L36H
Sony Xperia C6606
Sony Xperia C6602
Sony Xperia Z LTE
Sony Xperia Z HSPA+
Features:
Sony Xperia Z Ultra Tough Clear Touch Case
Durable and Strength Protective Case
Semi-Transparent Material
All Keys and Slots Accessible
Colors:
Black
White
Purple
Compatible Models:
Sony Xperia Z
Features:
Holds your phone at a comfortable reading angle
Charge with your Original AC adapter
Portable design
Size: 143mm * 47mm * 43mm
Colors:
Black
Models:
Sony Xperia Z
Sony Xperia Z C6603
Sony Xperia Z L36H
Sony Xperia C6606
Sony Xperia C6602
Sony Xperia Z LTE
Sony Xperia Z HSPA+
Firstly we will take a look upon a cute looking case, which sports a wallet design and is shipped inside a transparent plastic casing:
Thanks to the construction of the packaging, we will be also able to see how the back side does look like:
When purchasing such a case, we have two designs we can go for: Exercise Book or Chinese Character Graffiti. The design on both sides wants to imitate in this case a used exercise book. On the back we also have several alphabets listed:
On the front we also have an opening for the status LED but also for the other frontal interfaces:
The case does also feature a secondary layer of protection inside, to avoid scratches on the phone chassis:
The case features a magnetic closure mechanism:
Several cut-outs in different places are created for having the phone interfaces available at all times:
Here is a snap of the phone case in an open position:
On the left side we have two card slots:
Here are also some photos of the secondary layer of protection, taken from the inside:
The phone can be installed inside the case in a snap:
In this configuration, we will be able to see the cut-outs in more detail:
In the back, we also have the cut-out for the sensor and the camera assembly:
The next case we are going to look upon is the Vincle Sandy Back model. This case is shipped in a simpler, cardboard enclosure:
A small product description can be noted on the back side of the packaging:
The 3D-printed case comes in different colors and looks really solid and of good quality. The rough, sandy texture translates in a good grip:
As with the previous case, the manufacturer has provided cut-outs for the lateral buttons/openings:
On the back we have the same type of texture, but with extra cut-outs for the camera assembly:
Again, the phone can be installed inside the case in a snap:
Here are some photos of the lateral sides of the case; compared to the Xperia Z Printed Wallet Case, we do not have covers for the bottom and the top sides of the phone:
The next Momax case is also shipped inside a transparent plastic enclosure, so we can get a full look at it even before opening the package:
After removing the case from the original enclosure, we will see a cardboard mock-up screen inside it, which is practically an envelope for holding the additional bundle:
Speaking of the bundle, with this case we will also receive a protective screen, one soft cloth but also a tiny leaflet:
The leaflet is practically a product catalog which shows the additional offerings from the same company:
This case is also made from plastic but sports a soft-touch surface and comes in different colors:
As with the other cases, we will show the sides in order for you to see the cut-outs:
The installation method is the same as with the Vincle case:
In order to get an idea of the provided cut-outs, we will show some photos on each side of the phone:
Last item we will show you guys in this article is the Desktop Charging Cradle; this one comes shipped inside a cardboard box with additional information on the sides:
Besides the cradle itself we will also get the necessary USB cable:
The OEM dock exterior design is a little bit different compared to the original Sony cradle:
Two golden pins will make contact to the phone when it is inserted into the dock:
In the back we have the USB port:
On the bottom side of the dock we have a rubber surface, so the product won’t slip on the surface:
The phone can be inserted with ease inside the dock in order to start charging:
With this batch of Xperia Z samples from Brando Workshop we were able to take a look at some interesting accessories for the phone, including the Printed Wallet Case which is available for about $39, the cheaper Vicle Sandy Back Case which can be picked up for only $13 or the Momax Sony Xperia Z Ultra Tough Clear Touch Case for just $16.
The very handy OEM Sony Xperia Z USB Cradle can be also acquired from them, but we must mention that we could fit the phone inside it only when no protective case was installed.
Brando Workshop refreshes the product offerings quite regularly so it is possible to also pick up branded cases from Toy Story or Iron Man 3. We also get to choose from a large number of rechargeable batteries, cases with rechargeable batteries, cables, connectivity and more.
We would like to thank Brando again for making this review possible!