The dock is there the smartphone (in this case, the Z1) easier to load. One "click" just the smartphone in the dock and whoosh it is loaded. Without having annoying flaps open or otherwise. The task satisfies these dock outstanding. I've never had any problems with the appeal of smartphones.
Note should be that the docking station is really only intended for charging. Whoever comes up with the idea to attach the part to his pc then or something to push music on it will be disappointed. In addition, you can not appeal simply because it is too wide then the smartphone with protective cover. That's unfortunate but somewhere understandable.
Once you put the phone into the docking station, it will change in the landscape mode. You can if you want to define other functions using Sony program. But I have not done.
Overall I can say that the dock has paid off for me. It is a relief and I think is a good alternative to the QI-shop. For those who still have about 20 more than sure a sensible investment that I can recommend without hesitation.
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