Originally posted by rawr FWIW, I have two Sony Xperia Androids:
- a Z5 Compact is on Android 5.1.1 and it works with the K-1;
- a Z3 Compact Tablet on Android 6.0.1 and it doesn't work with the K-1. It keeps on dumping the WiFi connection, for some reason.
So it seems a lot depends on Android versions. Either way, it's a big pity that the app doesn't run in landscape mode. Plus the Image Sync controls are tiny and fiddly.
Ricoh should hire they team that wrote the GoPro app. Of all the camera control apps I've used (for several camera brands), the GoPro app works on every Android I have, has a good user interface, and sets up easiest. Oh, and it's live view/ camera control and playback modes work in landscape mode too, of course. Take note pls Ricoh.
old but I hope this helps somebody...
just recently I got my K-1 and I couldn't connect to my Xperia Z5.
After try many different ways to solve it, I found that the app worked perfectly when the phone was charging, then I realize that the problem was how the phone manage energy for wi-fi connection.
For Sony Xperia there is a mode called "stamina" that allows you to extend the battery life.
In my phone, that mode was always on except during charging. I disabled it and Image Sync worked with no problems. So any time that I need to use Image Sync, I have to disable stamina mode.
One problem solved but this app needs many improvements.