NEW YORK, Oct. 10, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The wait for a Sony smartphone on the nation’s largest wireless carrier network is over. Sony Mobile Communications (“Sony Mobile”) and Verizon Wireless today announced that Sony’s Xperia^® Z3v smartphone will be available in the U.S. at Verizon Wireless. The premium Android™ 4G LTE waterproof smartphone is engineered for users to connect, create and share on-the-go with Sony’s innovative camera, sound and display technologies. Starting this October 23, 2014, Verizon customers can purchase Xperia Z3v from Verizon online and at participating stores nationwide.

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“Our industry-leading 4G LTE network is what our customers have come to rely on when they want to experience first-class products and unique experiences on their mobile devices,” said Jeff Dietel, Verizon Wireless Vice President of Marketing. “The opportunity for Verizon customers to connect with Sony’s broad ecosystem of mobility products – including the Z2 Tablet and the new Z3v smartphone – backed by unparalleled content, is exactly what we want to bring to market.”

Where Design Meets Engineering
Xperia Z3v is how a premium smartphone should look and feel. Elegant and durable by design, Xperia Z3v’s sleek build features aluminum sides and a conveniently placed power button. With its tempered glass panels on the front and back and the highest level of waterproofing in a smartphone², Xperia Z3v is built to withstand life’s surprises so you don’t have to give a second thought to what’s around the corner.

Boasting more than a day’s charge³, battery performance is superior on Xperia Z3v and, as a first in a Sony smartphone, Xperia Z3v offers the convenience of embedded wireless charging, using the latest inductive ‘Qi’ technology. To make sure Xperia Z3v keeps up with you when you’re on the go, improved power management features like Battery STAMINA mode and Ultra STAMINA mode help ensure efficient power consumption and a longer-lasting battery life.

The Power of Sony in a Smartphone
Xperia Z3v delivers an unrivaled entertainment experience leveraging Sony’s expertise in TV and audio. Watch videos in vivid clarity on its 5.2-inch 1080p Full HD TRILUMINOS™ display for mobile with Live Color LED powered by X-Reality™ for mobile and listen to the sound as it booms through the stereo speakers with S-Force™ Front Surround. Embrace your inner audiophile, listening to music as the artist intended with Hi-Res Audio or use the Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE HX) to upscale the sound fidelity of your favorite MP3 or AAC music tracks, as well as your playlists on Sony’s cloud-based digital music service, Music Unlimited⁴, to near High-Resolution quality. Tune out the world to enjoy your music through Sony’s Digital Noise Cancelling technology when paired with a compatible headset.⁵

Capture memories in stunning detail through the combination of the rear-facing 20.7MP camera with 1/2.3″ Exmor™ RS for mobile image sensor, BIONZ™ for mobile processing engine and wide-angle 27mm G Lens. Additionally, video clips can be shot and shared in 4K resolution, giving you the power to future-proof your precious memories and moments.

Xperia Z3v builds on an already impressive camera experience by empowering users to unleash their creativity with several preloaded Xperia camera apps. Use your front and rear-facing camera simultaneously to create one image with Face in, so you’re not only sharing the moment you’re made to be a part of it. Film different angles using multiple Xperia or Sony devices at the same time using Multi-camera. Storing all that content is a snap, too, thanks to 32 GB of internal memory and a slot for a microSD storage card up to 128GB.

Game Ready
Sony has engineered a revolution in gaming technology and made Xperia Z3v one of the first smartphones in the market with the PlayStation^®4 (PS4™) Remote Play. With PS4 Remote Play, you can use your Xperia Z3v to remotely connect to your PS4 to play its games, when the living room TV is in use. Simply connect your Xperia smartphone to your PS4 via home Wi-Fi^® and use DUALSHOCK^®4 Wireless Controller⁶ with the GCM10 Game Control Mount⁶ to continue playing PS4 games anywhere at home on Xperia Z3v.

“Drawing from Sony’s expertise in gaming, music and movies, Xperia Z3v is a powerhouse of mobile entertainment designed to enrich and enhance every aspect of a user’s day,” said Ravi Nookala, President, Sony Mobile Communications North America. “Delivering experiences that only Sony can offer, Xperia Z3v takes everyday demands head on delivering a longer lasting battery and durability.”

An ecosystem of accessories
To complement the Xperia Z3v, an entire host of accessories will be available at Verizon, to enhance your smartphone experience:

• SmartWatch 3 ($249.99) – Sony’s latest generation SmartWatch, powered by Android Wear
• CPW5 Wireless Portable Power Supply ($59.99) – Experience the latest in technology with Qi, a wireless portable charger
• DUALSHOCK^®4 Wireless Controller ($59.99) and GCM10 Game Control Mount ($39.99)– Turn your Xperia Z3v into a PS4™ Remote Play gaming powerhouse

Availability
Xperia Z3v will be available for purchase nationwide at Verizon Wireless October 23 for $199.99 with a new two-year activation. For a limited time, customers who purchase the Sony Xperia Z3v smartphone can get $200 off a Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet. And beginning today, Verizon customers can register for more information about Sony’s Xperia Z3v smartphone at http://www.verizonwireless.com/sonyxperiaz3v. For a full list of specifications, visit http://www.sonymobile.com/us/products/phones/xperia-z3v/.

About Verizon Wireless:
Verizon Wireless operates the nation’s largest and most reliable 4G LTE network. As the largest wireless company in the U.S., Verizon Wireless serves 104.6 million retail customers, including 98.6 million retail postpaid customers. Verizon Wireless is wholly owned by Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ). For more information, visit www.verizonwireless.com. For the latest news and updates about Verizon Wireless, visit our News Center at http://www.verizonwireless.com/news or follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/VZWNews.

About Sony Mobile Communications:
Sony Mobile Communications is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation, a leading global innovator of audio, video, game, communications, key device and information technology products for both the consumer and professional markets. With its music, pictures, computer entertainment and online businesses, Sony is uniquely positioned to be the leading electronics and entertainment company in the world. Through its Xperia™ smartphone and tablet portfolio, as well as innovative SmartWear products, Sony Mobile Communications delivers the best of Sony technology, premium content and services, and easy connectivity to Sony’s world of networked entertainment experiences. For more information: www.sonymobile.com

For More Information:
Burson-Marsteller on behalf of Sony Mobile Communications
[email protected]

Verizon Wireless
Albert Aydin [email protected]

Legal
“Sony”, “TRILUMINOS”, “S-Force Front Surround”, Music Unlimited and the Music Unlimited logo, and “Exmor RS” are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. “PlayStation”,”PS4″, and “DUALSHOCK” are trademarks or registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment, Inc. “Xperia” is a registered trademark of Sony Mobile Communications. Android is a trademark of Google Inc. Use of this trademark is subject to Google Permissions. “Wi-Fi” is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance. All other company and product names may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Additional information regarding trademarks may be located on our website at: www.sonymobile.com/global-en/legal/trademarks-and-copyright/.

[1] Functionality available on Sony Xperia Z3v starting from November 2014 . PlayStation®4 System, DUALSHOCK®4, Sony Entertainment Network and high speed internet connection required. Some games may not support this feature

[2] In compliance with IP65 and IP68, the Xperia Z3v are protected against the ingress of dust and is waterproof. Provided that all ports and covers are firmly closed, the phone is (i) dust tight and (ii) protected against low pressure jets of water from all practicable directions in compliance with IP65; and/or (iii) can be kept under 1.5 m of fresh water for up to 30 minutes in compliance with IP68. Abuse and improper use of device will invalidate warranty. For more information see www.sonymobile.com/durability

[3] Based on Verizon internal tests

[4] Available in select markets. Additional fees and rates may apply.

[5] Compatible MDR NC31EM headphones required

[6] DUALSHOCK®4 Wireless Controller and GCM10 Game Control Mount are sold separately from Xperia Z3v.