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I would love to compare the Canon G11 to many different smartphones but the issue is that it's difficult for me to get something like the Samsung S24 Ultra. I'm using my own or borrowing from others. Most people I know prefer an iPhone. However I did pick up a Xiaomi 13 Ultra and will do a comparison with the Canon G11 in the future!

You're very welcome! I found it very useful for zooming onto myself or something I was discussing when doing solo vlogs. Please let me know if you have any questions later when you have received it.

I sweat profusely during workouts and it can appear that I did take a shower or went swimming! Hehe! The Sony authorized repair shop I took them to wouldn't repair them but I've heard others have had no issues with others. Sony's repair service isn't consistent and can be a gamble when trying to repair something even if covered by warranty depending on the service region.

@@thefitlifechannel2021 Maybe it was a problem with your unit. There are always some lemons but generally even if covered in sweat the buds should be fine as its with no pressure so it can't enter the internals and the IPx4 rating suggests that it can even withstand more like splashes from any direction

@@antysiq It could have been, but I sweat profusely during my workouts and live in a high humidity environment. I think the heat and sweat wore out the waterproof sealing over time, especially when exercising sometimes twice daily. I've had issues with other Sony products such as smartphones and it tends to be exposure to repeated bouts of high heat that causes damage to them.

Thank you!! I really appreciate your comment!! I'm glad you found the video helpful!

Mine has made it to 25 months and the battery life is still strong. However, I chose the option to only charge it to 80% under it's battery care option. I'm not sure how it would be if it was frequently charged to 100%.

@@thefitlifechannel2021 thanks man ! i just bought the new Xperia Pro-i in vietnam but the battery is a little short about 10 hours a day

​@@duyle-bh7tc You're welcome! Yup, battery life is a bit short especially when using the main camera. But it's a similar situation as my ZV1. Its battery life is short too, especially when recording in 4k. Sony should have thrown in at least a 5000mah battery in the PRO-I. How are you liking your Xperia PRO-I?

@@thefitlifechannel2021 it's too hot man 😂😂😂 and i just use basic things like TH-cam and message but it's really really hot ! you have any tips for better battery and temperature ?

@@duyle-bh7tc Yup! Same as myself! Mostly use for You Tube, messaging and for photography and videography. I try to stay out of direct sunlight and use it in shaded areas when recording videos/taking pics if possible. You could attach a gaming type fan to the back to help keep it cool but the downside is that it might be heavier and bulkier. I don't know if you know about this but when I pair the Xperia PRO-I to the Sony shooting grip with wireless remote commander, I can record videos for a lot longer than on its own, even when its hot. But its pricey for a shooting grip and only worth it if you record videos frequently. You could also use the PRO-I in airplane mode when recording videos and taking pics and this helps prolong recording times. But most important is don't use it in temps above 30 degrees Celsius or it will overheat quickly. This is something that is common with my past Sony phones and digital cameras. Actually Sony recommends an optimal operating temp of 25C and below for their smartphones and most digital cameras! I found out the biggest battery drain is having cellular data on. I try to stick with Wifi as much as possible but I know it may not be an option for you. Keep location, Bluetooth, and NFC off. And try to keep your phone cool and away from heat sources. This is a major battery drainage source! Is your PRO-I running really hot even when watching You Tube and messaging?

Yes this is a solid grip for your camera! Better than the previous version that was smaller and used a cable to connect. It's also very durable and can take some rough handling. When using photo mode in auto, you can record video, and take pics from the camera's shutter button and from the grip. But in video mode, it doesn't allow photos to be captured from the grip or camera. I hope this answered your question!

Android 13 was the last OS update for the Xperia PRO-I. The last security update I received was in November 2023. If Sony is releasing updates for older devices purchased from their website in 2024 and not to others that didn't that paid the original $1800US, that would be horrible customer support. I have a feeling Sony might be stating it received two years of OS and security updates on their websites. I only see Android 13 in their firmware update section. The new Xperia I VI is the only one I know that has longer support.

What do you think of the new main and telephotos on the Xperia 1 V and VI? Do you notice a significant difference compared to the ones on yours?

​@@thefitlifechannel2021 I believe that the main camera has been improved with better algorithms. However, while the telemacro lens is really great, for users who rarely take close-up shots (Oppo also has the Find X3 with a macro camera), Sony should instead improve the telephoto lens so that users can take photos of distant scenes like with the current Samsung Galaxy devices.

@@hoanghan10 Yes the telephoto lens has always struggled capturing sharp and detailed photos for distant subjects for the Xperia line. That's why I stick mostly to close subjects in good lighting when using it. In fairness, Sony has frequently advertised it as a portrait/close subject lens and not really for distant subjects. I'm doing a comparison between the Samsung Note 20 Ultra and the Canon G11 now. The 120mm on the Note 20 Ultra is light years ahead of what I've seen from the Xperia line.

You could try keeping video recording brief like myself, 30-120seconds with it in airplane mode. I only use it for B-Roll or demo videos now. I know it can be frustrating to use it like that. Or if you don't mind the extra bulk and weight, attaching a fan or cooler to the back similar to what's available for gaming phones.

Yes a 3D printer would create a cleaner and probably more durable setup. But this one is for someone who wants to test various setups first before committing to a final one. I wish Sony would have come out with something similar to Xiaomi s Photography Kit, especially if they promoted the Xperia PRO-I as a pro-grade camera!

Nice! I got the Xperia PRO-I because of Sony's ZV1 digital camera. I thought it would be nice to have a similar setup on a device with a larger display and rapid upload of pics to social media. We have some things in common! I have the same issues as you in regard to overheating while recording video and even when taking photos. I also use the PRO-I mostly for raw files and then editing in LRC. I want to keep it for another few years but I'm having issues with the fingerprint scanner and various ports which can make it frustrating to deal with. But definitely one of the best camera oriented phones I've used besides the ones from the former Nokia company.

Good day! You're very welcome! If you don't mind Android 13, not receiving security updates from Sony (but still from Google Play), need a display with 4k (for video editing and digital camera monitor) and will use the PRO-I for mostly photos and video, I would definitely recommend going with it. Especially if you can get it at a good price. But if you need the most current OS and Sony security updates, and need longer battery life, for sure the Xperia 10vi. I still feel the camera's on the PRO-I are superior to the 10vi's, plus you get a 50mm telephoto which surprisingly takes great portraits and close up shots in decent lighting. Both phones aren't great as smartphone focused devices so it really comes down to what I mentioned before. Also, going from the Samsung A21 to the Xperia PRO-I will feel like you won the lottery! Hehe!

@@thefitlifechannel2021 okay, thank you for the response:)

@@Maxiie_TM You're welcome! Let me know later which one you decided to go with!

Thank you! I greatly appreciate it! I actually had two more Merrell shoes to thrown in this video but would have made it longer. They didn't last very long (around 5-6 months) so I didn't include them. I remember one was a trail shoe and the other for walking/hiking.

Some of their products are great and have an aesthetic to them other companies lack. But they have incompetent and horrible customer and repair service depending on the region you live in. A great product can't cover that up if an issue pops up and it can't be resolved the first time and in a timely manner!

Yes I agree those are excellent and rare features for a smartphone but this video was about the top 5 most standout features I saw from using the Xperia PRO-I for almost two years. I rarely removed my external SD card and the headphone jack stopped working last year (an issue I also have with my WH-1000XM3's and ZVE-10 digital camera). If you want to check out a video I made on the issues I experienced from it, I'll post the link in the description box.

@@thefitlifechannel2021 why headphone jack stopped working and did you fix that

@@not_amanullah I have a feeling the metal for the headphone jack input expanded from frequent overheating of the phone when using the main camera. It sits pretty close to the camera system. It expanded permanently and now the headphone jack doesn't sit inside firmly and moves around. I used to record with external microphones for my earlier You Tube videos but because of this issue, it didn't record the sound and I lost the footage. That's why you see me using the internal mics now when I record with the PRO-I. But I'm not a 100% sure but it's something I've also observed happened with my Sony headphones and digital camera. Unfortunately, I never fixed it because I ended up getting a digital camera to record my You Tube videos. Because it can get really hot and humid where I record videos, the PRO-I would only last 1-5 minutes and then overheat, shut down many features or exit out of Video PRO app. So it became frustrating to record with. Also, the Sony Service Center near me can be incompetent and I didn't want my phone out for repair for a long time (I submitted a Sony camera lens to them for repair and it took 7 months!!!). That's another reason I never bothered to have it repaired.

I've been using smartphones since the Nokia N900 and the most significant thing that has stood out to me throughout, I've never had one that could completely satisfy everything I needed. That's why at one point I had an Xperia 1 and Samsung Note phone. The Sony does better as a camera centric device, the Samsung as a smartphone first. I'm glad the Xperia I VI went with that screen size and resolution, my Xperia PRO-I rarely uses it's "4K" mode except when I have it connected as an external mother to a camera or reviewing 4k content. Plus my big fingers and hands had issues typing frequently on that slim display!

Resolution might've been downgraded, but the benefits of FAR superior battery life, higher brightness, and having LTPO technology for variable refresh rate, IMO, FAR outweighs the lone disadvantage of lower resolution, which isn't even a big deal to me at all, especially with the benefits that we'd get in return. I hope that Sony will keep 4K exclusive to their Pro lineup though. At the very least, it still does not have a stupid screen cutout.

@@thefitlifechannel2021 I am using the pro I too. How do we know if the 4k mode is on?

@@drakegao1 It turns on if you're viewing 4k content such as a video recorded from Video/Cinema PRO in preview mode or in Google Photos. It also turns on if viewing 4k content on TH-cam, Netflix, and other apps that support it. Also when using it as an external monitor for a Sony digital camera that support it through the External Monitor app (but not for streaming). I hope this helped!

@@troy5568 Yes, I agree. Keep the 4k option for PRO versions. Sony can still retain the PRO line with better cameras and unique features for serious creators and have the Xperia line tailored for mainstream demands. Make the Xperia more smartphone focused and keep the PRO camera/video centric.

Yes in hot and humid weather they can heat up because of the leather upper restricting airflow. But I never had sweaty socks wearing them. There are gaps near the tongue and around the ankle area where heat can escape. I sweat profusely and get hot during workouts so I don't really notice them being a burden on my feet. But it may be to others so best to use these in an AC or cool environment for workouts.

Yup, can get some amazing background blur especially with the f2.0 aperture! I've even snapped great portraits and closeups with the 50mm in good lighting with excellent background blur. I was going to make another video with honorable mentions since this one was about the top 5 features I saw from the PRO-I. The lanyard loop would have been one of them. If there's enough interest, I can make it!

YES but the video is crap and that is unaceptable. And it is not good enough in photos, especially very bad at zoom. Hope they will release a second one much better than the old one with great video.

@@PeterEk31 Yup, sometimes I question the video quality too. Especially when the PRO-I becomes hot. I found it better for taking pics in good lighting and keeping the ISO below 1000. The DNG files also have some more room for editing compared to the ones I edited from an iPhone 13PRO and Samsung Note 20 Ultra. I've been waiting for version 2 for awhile now but seems like the rumors about it were more for hype and attention than proving to be accurate. Even the recent one about a compact version that came out soon after the announcement of the Xperia I VI was a bit suspicious. And that's what I noticed, most of the PRO-I ii rumors pop up around a new Xperia release but never pan out. But hopefully Sony has been listening for the past few years and see's there's a strong demand for a second version of the PRO-I. But its probably gonna be expensive. Maybe $2000US+, just look at how much the Xperia 1 VI is!!!!

You read my mind! I'm thinking of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra as my next phone! I'm really liking the photography kit that's available for it too!

Thank you for sharing this! I didn't know about the vlog monitor and Cinema Pro.I'm glad I held off on it. Mine has a similar issue to when it's really humid. It's very difficult to charge or transfer files. And the battery drains fast partially because of the Snapdragon processor but also the RX100 sensor and processor. I have the same issue with my ZV1 that uses the same sensor. I feel the PRO-I does best as a compact camera with a large display and can upload pics fast compared to traditional cameras. It still lasts longer compared to my ZV1 and ZVE-10 digital cameras, especially when shooting in hot environments.

@@thefitlifechannel2021 It's a great phone overall but if it was better with power it could be a solid choice if you want to be a minimalist vlogger. I don't think I could recommend now but it's cool to have something for quick pictures that comes close to a mirror less camera. The cinema pro looks fantastic. Battery and over heating in long uses really keeps it from being one to recommend.

@@JorgeHMartinez How do you like vlogging with the monitor? Does it add a lot of weight or you don't notice it? I've been able to get some pics out of it to match my ZV1 which is pretty amazing. The ZV1 takes really detailed and vibrant pics and to have the PRO-I come close sometimes blows my mind. Sometimes I can get the video footage close too. But as you mentioned, the overheating dampens this excellent phone by only allowing short bits of recording and taking pics with noticeable degradation in image quality.

@@thefitlifechannel2021 so the monitor comes with a metal phone mount and the monitor just attached magnetically the mount is all metal but still light. Connecting the monitor to the phone via USB is a bit awkward since the cable they give is short and very thick. It doesn't feel heavy the phone mount and grip are most of the weight so no heavier than if you use a regular point and shoot.

@@JorgeHMartinez Interesting. Thank you for sharing this once again! I've always wanted to get it but didn't know if it was worth its $200 price. Seems like I'm ok with vlogging blind with the main camera since I'm used to it already.

Are you going to go with the Sony Xperia PRO-I? Or perhaps the new Xperia 1 VI?

Yes, it's Achille's heel!

Is it similar to the ones floating around since 2022 or something new?

Thank you! I really appreciate it!

I thought all Sony phones could be rooted?

​@thefitlifechannel2021 yes true they can be rooted o.p don't know his stuff!

Yes it does introduce some but with practice you can get it down to it being very minimal and OIS will compensate for the rest. And you're right it's useful in other circumstances. Definitely a leap ahead compared to the display shutter button!

That's a good question and something I've never heard an official explanation from Sony on why they didn't. It could be because of the RX100 sensor and processor but I'm not sure.

The back is not made of glass, which is what's needed to enable wireless charging in the first place.

@@troy5568 I thought the back is made from Gorilla Glass 6? I have a nice crack in the lower left corner, and it appears to be glass. And I dropped it from about a half meter height onto concrete. If it was plastic or metal, it wouldn't have cracked. I have a feeling they didn't include it because of the larger camera module and processing unit and large motherboard compared to most smartphones (Sony also stacked the camera module on top of it) that had to fit inside a frame similar in size to the Xperia 1iii. Also, the heat produced by the 1.0 type camera setup and Snapdragon speeds up wear on other parts and battery, so throwing in wireless charging would have made it worse. I've made another video where I showed my headphone jack and USB-C port failed early, and I feel it's due to frequent exposure to high temps that did it.

Hi Fabian! Congrats on your excellent purchase! I hope you're enjoying it! Are you talking about the Sony stereo lapel microphone I'm using on my shirt for this video? I'm sorry for the late response. I didn't forget about! I had a severe case of food poisoning for a week. Hehe! The lapel microphone I'm using is part of the Sony ECM-W2 BT Wireless Microphone system. The lapel microphone itself is ECM-LV1. I did try using it only on my Sony Xperia PRO-I and it didn't work. The ECM-W2 BT isn't compatible with the PRO-I. I did use a Rode SmartLav+ before and it worked really well for my vlogs. The issue it that the cable is really short so it's only good for handheld vlogs. You would need to get an extension if you want to vlog from a desk or somewhere similar. Hopefully this helped answered your question. If not, let me know please!

So do you experience the reasons fitlife said? I'm planning to buy one in the secondary market. What Im worried about is the overheating issues and the headphone jack and usb type c malfunction

Yup, I always record with airplane mode turned on. Still likes to overheat.

Yes you're correct, it will only get three years of OS updates and 4 years of security updates.

@@thefitlifechannel2021 stil an improvement for sony. Its good to see. Lets see with the 5 series brings. I hope they bring back a dedicated maybe fixed 80mm zoom lens on the 5 series. Than i might buy that one later. The 1 is i guess a great phone but too expensive for me. I also like the small form factor of the 5 but i dont like the small vieuwfinder in the photo pro app with this small screen again 🥲🤣

@@namelesssnitchy Definitely a big improvement especially with the security updates. I was a bit shocked by the VI price, I was expecting it to be a bit lower with the lower resolution display. I'm holding off on it until I see long term reviews for it. When is the 5 series supposed to be unveiled? If they bring back the telephoto lens, do you feel it's gonna increase the price?

Are you able to recover your data if it disconnects?

@@thefitlifechannel2021 i usually copy and paste first so that the data is not gone before it fully copied it to my pc . I dont use the Xperia companion software though. I dont know if companion software will help

Wow! You made out well with the Xperia 5 IV! How are you liking Android 14? Any major updates over 13? Yup, the Snapdragon 888 can run hot sometimes but have to really push it. Also being crammed into a slim body like the PRO-I with the RX100 series sensor and processor can make things a bit toasty sometimes. But I've had few issues with the 888, it still runs as great as the day I received the PRO-I. Sony did an excellent job tuning it which is something a lot of reviews fail to point out. They focus too much on the specs instead of actual daily use. I'm confident I could go a few more years and it will still perform with few hiccups.

@@thefitlifechannel2021 Oh wow, so the pro-I seems to be a heat management champ, unlike the model i've bought broken 😂 So it's a very good buy for this kind of camera performance Android 14 is just 13 with a couple tweaks, though since i'm using a custom rom on my 5 II there are extra features (Sony never got past android 12 officially on that model)

Actually the most common complaint of the PRO-I for myself is that it overheats fast when using the cameras in 30+C weather. I'm lucky to get 30-120 seconds of video before overheating warnings or the video app shuts down. Same with photos. The compact camera sensor in that slim body runs really hot. I have the same sensor in my Sony ZV1 compact camera and it becomes really hot recording in 4k but won't shut down like the PRO-I after 1-2 minutes. There's more space in the camera body for heat to dissipate so it can run longer hot. I had a feeling Android 14 didn't offer much. I tend to recommend to those looking to upgrade their phone because of the newer OS not to make it a priority. It's been minor upgrades year after year and nothing that significantly improves the smartphone experience.

I'm glad you found it useful! Please let me know if you still want to buy it or the reasons you don't want to.

Good day! If you're not having any major issues with your Xperia 5 iii, I wouldn't recommend upgrading it. It's still fine in 2024 and there aren't many choices for a compact device like itself. You could wait and see later this month if the VI series brings any significant upgrades. What are you using your Xperia 5iii mostly for and what inspired you to purchase it?

I actually made this hoping Sony or a company like Moment would see there's interest out there for a custom filter case for the PRO-I and Xperia line and make their own. The issue I have is a durable case when the sides are removed to allow cooling of the PRO-I. I could make a metal one but I lack the resources to form one. So I thought it's best I just share how I made mine and others with Xperia smartphones could try to make their own.

I've been a Sony fan since the Walkman with cassette tapes and than transition to CD players! Their products have a cool, balanced aesthetic to them and they like to try new things few other companies would dare. Do you remember their DSC QX-10 and 100 attachable camera lens? Basically took the lens and sensor from some of their digital cameras and adapted it so they could be attached to your smartphone. They remind me of what Sony did with the Xperia PRO-I. They may not have had mainstream success but for sure an evolution of them will appear in a future product.

It's a very unique camera centric smartphone that can hang with its bigger siblings in many situations! If Sony ever decides to prioritize the camera system over aesthetics, they can put on bigger lenses and sensors (or use the full sensor) which could beat compact cameras like the ZV1 in the future.

Good day! I feel the ZV1 is a better choice for your trip if you plan on taking a lot of pics. It's better than the iPhone because of it's versatile focal length, multiple apertures and natural background blur for great portrait or closeup shots. Its fairly easy to use on auto mode, or if you have the time, learn how to use the shutter and aperture modes for more control over motion and background focus. I know you mentioned you will use it mostly for pics but it does make a great video or vlogging camera. Some people like to record themselves and others when traveling so it's good to have that option. Of course the downside is you have to carry another device with you, but its light, easy to carry and pull out of a bag to use. It starts up really quick, just open the lcd display and start taking pics. If you're looking for a compact camera mostly for photography, can I suggest the Sony RX100 series? The ZV1 shares many components from that line. These are better suited for photography compared to the ZV1 and even offer a viewfinder to see clearer in bright environments. You could start off with a used one for your trip if you're still wondering if it's worthy to upgrade to a digital camera. The iPhone has it's advantages over the ZV1 and similar digital cameras such as having a larger display and being extremely easy to take pics and vids. Plus you can post/share them instantly online. But it produces pics and vids with a "smartphone look" and doesn't age well. For a photo book, making prints, things you will physically hold and share with others long term, the ZV1 or RX100 series is the better choice. I hope I was able to answer your question!

@@thefitlifechannel2021 thank you sooooo much!!

@@Kris-sc9oc You're very welcome! Please message me if you have any further questions!

Depends on how much you want to lug around. I don't think the benefits of the ZV-1 are worth it vs a cellphone. If you bother to take a camera, a better camera would be the first decision. A modestly larger and more competent camera could well be worth it, depending on your skills and patience.

Nice! How long have you had it for? Have you encountered any of the issues I did or yours is still doing great?

Thank you! ND filters are an important tool for recording video outdoors in bright light, especially on smartphone cameras with limited or one aperture. I'm excited for the Xperia event because I want to see if the Xperia I VI will adapt the aspect ratio that has been floating around for awhile. If it does, it may become more difficult to handle as a camera but better for smartphone use. I feel the 21:9 ratio on the Xperia line makes it one of the best smartphones for handling when it comes to photography and videography, not just for watching content! I've used Sony smartphones for a long time now and they always seem to prioritize slim frames with balanced aesthetics, even if it means sacrificing some performance to avoid horrendous looking devices. Everything needs to flow and look balanced on a Sony smartphone. I think adding in a filter adapter will disrupt that, just as using the full 1.0 sensor on the Xperia PRO-I would have meant a larger lens and housing. I'm ok with it because I dislike the gaudy camera setups from companies such as Xiaomi and Oppo. Now if they could make an accessory like the filter/battery grip from the Xiaomi Ultra 13/14, that would be perfect! I know Sony can. And they know smartphones with limited apertures need an ND filter for bright scenes because of their history making cameras and lenses!

Actually just obtained a Sony Xperia Pro 1 , any tips can share ?. Really feels very nice in the hand and the quality build ❤

Nice comment! Have to make personal attacks against my appearance because you disagree with my video about a smartphone? Yes, you could be right. My face may not be the best looking out there for TH-cam. It's been beaten many times by bullies when I was a child (broken nose and teeth) because of my Asian roots, went through hell as a US Marine and two combat deployments attached to SF units, and experienced crap in developing countries that makes me question humanity. You may not like my face and that's fine. Through out my life people have made racist, demoralizing and derogatory comments towards me because of their ignorance and insecurities. You're not the first and not the last. Yet, I still have the courage to go on TH-cam to present to a worldwide audience issues such as the ones in this video that have plagued Sony phones for the past decade and are still present on the Xperia PRO-I (fingerprint scanner, front cam, and overheating). You focus on how people look, I focus on providing non biased information on products that can help them make better decisions. I back up everything I point out about the Xperia PRO-I's issues with video and pic evidence in this video. It's not like I'm pulling them out of the air and trashing it. Either you didn't watch the entire video and rushed to judgement or have something personal against me. You could have commented as a mature, adult instead of lashing out like that. Don't worry, I won't delete your comment. I want everyone to see what an insecure, immature prick you are. You have to attack someone's appearance just because you disagree with issues with a smartphone MANY OTHER SOURCES AND USERS HAVE BROUGHT UP SINCE IT'S RELEASE!!! And don't attack people personally if you don't know their background or history, ESPECIALLY OVER A SMARTPHONE. Only you end up looking like an ignorant dumbass to the billions of viewers on TH-cam!!!

Once you've learned how the camera system works, its easier to move onto Sony's Alpha digital cameras because the quick menu is the same as theirs. Actually, I recommend the Xperia line first for those wanting to move on from a smartphone to a digital camera. And I learned to respect Sony's cameras more on their smartphones because they don't use as much processing like Google and Samsung and still can produce some really great images. You also have more room to work with when editing them in something like Adobe Lightroom or others because of minimal processing. I have noticed recently signal issues with mine as well but I have a feeling its because of the daily hot temps (may not be an issue of the PRO-I itself, but the cell towers and electrical grid being too hot and causing decreased signal strength/power). Are using it in a cool place or in a hotter area?

I have the same with my Xperia 5ii and my google pixel 6a with wifi at home.

I appreciate your feedback! The whole point of this video was to show both positive and negative aspects of the Sony Xperia PRO-I from daily use for the past 20 months. Most reviews are only 1-4 weeks in length and they may not experience what I did. It doesn't reflect every user/owner's experience of the Xperia PRO-I, its my own. I waited almost two years so I can give my viewers the most honest, long term review on the positive and negative traits of the Xperia PRO-I. That's my duty as a reviewer, not to make videos for the purpose of getting the most views and likes. I know it may upset some viewers like yourself but hopefully you can understand why I do this. Most of the issues I brought up in this video, numerous other reviewers and users have pointed out as well. The subpar front camera, overheating and limited OS/security updates compared to its competitors, and of course the fingerprint sensor. Overheating on an Sony smartphone has been around for a very long time. When Sony decided to use a thin and narrow body and cram in hot processors, powerful cameras and inadequate cooling solutions, its gonna happen! Perhaps the one issue many will dispute are the ports but that could be due to the hot and humid environment I live in. Also, please clarify how my lifestyle destroys the phone with legitimate examples? It still works and I have found solutions to my issues. If anything, this video shows the Xperia PRO-I, despite the issues I've encountered still performs as it was intended for, a content creator's device. They're not meant to be handled as if in a thin glass case. I have recorded thousands of vid clips and pics with the Xperia PRO-I for my YTB videos and personal use in excellent & substandard conditions. The Xperia PRO-I can take a lot of heavy usage and keep on going even after 20 months of daily use. Most other devices would have bit the dust, like my Samsung Note 20 Ultra (my first content creator device) and its unusable display. No smartphone, camera, gadget etc. is perfect. They all have their issues, we find ways to work around them, and use their best traits optimally. If you watched the end of this video, I did say the Xperia PRO-I still has many positive traits and is best used as a camera centric device (which even Sony promoted). It excels giving the user the best photography/videography experience even in 2024 against "camera smartphones" like the Xiaomi 14 Ultra.