Engadget Logo Engajet Japanese version Finally you can buy Xperia 1 II SIM -free model!I actually used it

SIM -free models have finally been released in Japan.

Three models, "Xperia 1" and "Xperia 5", and "Xperia 1 II" announced on August 18, will be released as SIM -free Android smartphones.SIM -free Xperia means that smartphones, which were only available in careers, can be purchased alone and contract with their favorite telecommunications companies.

"Xperia 1" and "Xperia 5" have already been released on August 28, but the flagship model "Xperia 1 II" that supports the 5G next -generation high -speed communication that can be said to be the favorite is October 30.It will be released on the day.

I have been using SIM -free iPhone, but I was worried about "Xperia 1 II", which was particular about the camera function since the launch of the carrier version.It is a UI that adopts α technology and reminds me of pupil auto focus and α, and I wanted a certain concert as a writer with α7R IV.

The appearance of the SIM -free model in the place where I was worried about Monmon expanded the width of the purchase, making it easier to get.I was able to borrow such a SIM -free model "Xperia 1 II" a little earlier, so I tried to try it out while introducing the setting method and usability.

SIM -free model that is slightly different from the carrier version of "Xperia 1 II"

"Xperia 1 II" has already released a carrier version in June, so many people know the outline of the product, but first of all, with the characteristics of Xperia 1 II, it is easy to use the SIM -free model only.Let's introduce it.

The first point is that it supports dual SIM.The word DSDS (dual SIM / dual standby) has become popular for a while, but "Xperia 1 II" can install two SIMs simultaneously, and both can wait at the same time.Overseas, it is a standard specification, and it has become quite popular in Japan, and the benefits of dual SIM should be great.

For example, if you use SIM for work and private life, or if you often go abroad, you can insert domestic and overseas SIMs, or use SIMs for calls and data.You can use it.

One is exclusive with the microSD card, but the exchange of 256GB large ROMs and data through the cloud is much easier, so it would be no problem if you fill the SIM with two pieces.

In addition, the SIM -free allows you to use Xperia according to your lifestyle.The communication fee setting varies depending on the career and MVNO business operator.Users who have used the combination of MVNO SIM and smartphone, emphasizing communication charges while longing for Xperia, can quickly turn into Xperia users just by replacing the SIM.

Of course, it is a wide range of compatible bands tailored to SIM -free so that many telecommunications operators can be used comfortably.Although it supports 5G, there are still few MVNO operators that support 5G, and the area that can be used is small, so I would like to expect it next year.

Another thing that is different from the carrier version is that RAM has been changed from 8GB to 12GB.Even with PCs with 8GB of memory, even on personal computers, if you have such a capacity on your smartphone, you should be able to use it crispy even if you are running a lot of apps.

It is also a highlight that a special color "Frost Black" will be prepared.You can choose from three colors, including the conventional white and pable, so you can say that you want to choose a SIM -free model.

After that, the adoption of cameras and Zeiss lenses adopted α technology, organic EL displays compatible with 4K HDR, and Osaifu -Keitai correspondence are the same as the carrier version.If you want to know more about "Xperia 1 II", please refer to the related article below.

The reason why the Sony Store is advantageous

This time, the SIM -free model will be released, and Xperia can now be purchased at the Sony Store (online and each store), which had not been handled before.It can also be purchased at some mass retailers.

When purchasing at the Sony Store, there is a "Xperia Care Plan" that can be repaired for 500 yen per month (5,000 yen per year) or repair for a maximum of 5000 yen.Even if you use it with the latest precautions, the smartphone has the danger of dropping or submerging.Even in such a case, you can repair and replace the place where you usually cost a large amount of repair at a low price.

In any case, it's not a cheap price of 124,000 yen (excluding tax), so I'm glad that these guarantees are prepared.In addition, there is no installment fee up to 24 times so that it is easier to purchase.In addition, a "smartphone anshin purchase service" is prepared, and the procedure can be performed at home from confirmation of purchase price to shipping and payment.In the case of transfer from Xperia, a campaign is underway (until 10:00 on January 14, 2021) to add 3000 yen to the assessed value.Since the replacement user is also considering, there should be a sense of security and value that is as good as purchasing a carrier version.

For these reasons, if you buy SIM -free Xperia, the Sony Store is a good idea.

Let's actually use the SIM free model

By the way, if you purchase "Xperia 1 II" and reach it, let's prepare a SIM first.In the SIM -free model, it is necessary to sign a new contract with the telecommunications carrier to be used, or prepare the SIM that has been used until then.If you are a carrier version, you can use the SIM settings at the time of purchase, so you can use it from the moment you get it, but you need to start with the initial setting.However, basically, it is not a difficult task because it is basically set according to the instructions.

Once the SIM is ready, set it before turning on the power.There is a SIM slot in the upper left of the main unit, so hook it with your nails and take it out.

There are two slots, but set in "SIM1" on the right.If you want to use two SIMs, set them in both slots.

After that, store it in the main unit and turn on the power.

When the power is turned on, the initial settings start.Although there is a Wi-Fi setting, there is no SIM setting.In order to perform data communication using SIM, it is necessary to specify APN.After the initial settings, it will be performed from "Settings", but it may be automatically determined and set.

Go to "Settings" → "Network and Internet" → "Mobile Network" → "Detailed Settings", and make sure that "Access Point Name" (APN) is set.

The main telecommunications carriers are registered in advance and can only be selected from the options.If the settings are not prepared, check the materials sent from the telecommunications carrier or the settings on the website of the correspondence business operator and enter it so that you do not make a mistake.

By the way, this time, the SIM of the MVNO operator I tried was automatically set, and the SIM of the carrier was completed just by selecting from the options.If you insert the second SIM, set it in the same way.In that case, be careful not to make a mistake which SIM is.

The Xperia is now available.

If you have never used a SIM -free smartphone, you may be worried about how to connect and use when using the SIM of MVNO businesses.However, that point is no different from the three major carriers.You don't have to worry.

How to use smartphones is individual.Not everyone consumes a huge amount of giga.We recommend that you compare the communication capacity and the price that matches your style and select a telecommunications carrier.SIM -free models can do such choices at the time of purchase.

I inserted two SIMs and used it in a dual SIM.It is assumed that two SIMs for work and private use are inserted.Normally, you have to have two smartphones for work and private smartphones, but dual SIM can only use one smartphone.If the company allows, just insert a work SIM into your own "Xperia 1 II".

By the way, "Settings" → "Network and Internet" → "SIM Card" can be set for each SIM and priority settings for notification messages.If you use data and calls separately, you can use this setting without switching each time.

Also, when there is an incoming call, the color of the SIM name changes.This color can also be performed with the "SIM card" setting, but it is difficult to understand that the name of the SIM is the same (because it is the career name borrowed by the MVNO company), so it is good to change it.

Buy Xperia 1 II according to your lifestyle!

With the long -awaited SIM -free model in Xperia, you can now buy it according to your lifestyle.For example, if you want to use three major carriers, but you want to use it in dual SIM, you can buy a SIM -free model and contract with the three major carriers.In any case, it is thankful for users to expand the purchase range.

If you buy Xperia's SIM -free model, we recommend the Sony Store with the "Xperia Care Plan" as mentioned above.It is the same as the α series users in the "α -rinsing program" to use the camera and lenses for a long time.

The writer who has used SIM -free iPhone so far can easily switch to the SIM -free model "Xperia 1 II".I would like to change the model to "Xperia 1 II" that can be beautifully photographed with a smartphone and prepare for next year's activities.