23.1.A.1.28 firmware certified for Xperia Z3, Z3 Compact & Z3 Tablet Compact

23.1.A.1.28 firmware was certified for Xperia Z2 and Xperia Z2 Compact yesterday and now the same firmware has also been certified for Xperia Z3, Xperia Z3 Compact and Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact. At present Xperia Z3 series in on Android 5.0.2 Lollipop update.

23.1.A.1.28 firmware moves the current build from 23.1.A.0.xxx to 23.1.A.1.xx.  It seems to be a major bug fixing update, whether Android 5.0.2 or Android 5.1 Lollipop, it can’t be said for the time being.

Xperia Z3 23.1.A.1.28 firmware certified

Check out the 23.1.A.1.28 firmware certification details for Xperia Z3 D6603, D6653 below on PTCRB.

[ UPDATEXperia Z3 23.1.A.1.28 firmware update rolling

[ UPDATESony confirms official changelog of 23.1.A.1.28 firmware update for Xperia Z2 & Xperia Z3 series

Xperia Z3 23.1.A.1.28 firmware certified

Xperia Z3 Compact 23.1.A.1.28 firmware certified

Check out the 23.1.A.1.28 firmware certification details for Xperia Z3 Compact D5803, D5833 below on PTCRB.

Xperia Z3 Compact 23.1.A.1.28 firmware certified

Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact 23.1.A.1.28 firmware certified

Check out the 23.1.A.1.28 firmware certification details for Xperia Z3 Tablet SGP621, SGP641 below on PTCRB.

Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact 23.1.A.1.28 firmware certified

 

Recently Android 5.0.2 23.1.A.0.740 firmware was spotted rolling for Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z2 carrier handsets on “Orange” in European regions only.

We will keep you updated once 23.1.A.1.28 firmware starts rolling. Drop your comments below.

Sony Xperia Home 8.0.A.1.0 app update rolling

Sony Xperia Home app has been updated to newer 8.0.A.1.0 version over older 8.0.A.0.7 version.  Xperia Home 8.0.A.1.0 app update is a minor bug-fixing update only. Earlier today Sony renamed its Video Unlimited app to Sony PlayStation Video app.

Xperia Home 8.0.A.1.0 app is only compatible with Android 5.0.2 Lollipop running Xperia devices (for both rooted as well as non-rooted Xperia handsets).

Sony Xperia Home app

Download Xperia Home 8.0.A.1.0 apk from below link.

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Xperia Home 8.0.A.1.0

Xperia Home 8.0.A.1.0 Changelog

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Facing any bugs, drop your comments below.

Sony PlayStation Video 13.2.A.1.2 app update rolling – Video Unlimited app renamed

Sony has rolled a new app updated today i.e. PlayStation Video app 13.2.A.1.2 version which now replaces Video Unlimited app. Sony PlayStation Video app is limited to only few regions for the time being.

Sony PlayStation Video app update is rolling as OTA. Check the notification in Update Center app or the update center settings in What’s New app, update size 8.6 MB.

Sony PlayStation Video app

Download PlayStation Video 13.2.A.1.2 apk from below link if you haven’t got the update notification yet.

Sony has already renamed Walkman app to Music, Movies app to Videos.

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Sony PlayStation Video app

Earlier today Sony Video app got updated to newer 9.1.A.0.8 version.

Have you got Sony PlayStation Video app update in your region. Let us know. Drop your comments below.

Thanks for the tip, David Emanuel Stoica!

Sony Videos 9.1.A.0.8 app update rolling

Sony Videos app has been updated to the newer 9.1.A.0.8 version from the older 9.0.A.0.20 version (this old version brought name “Videos” to “Movies” app). Videos 9.1.A.0.8 app update brings improved layout of menu view and devices in drawer menu.

Videos 9.1.A.0.8 app also brings improved application stability and usual bug fixing and performance enhancement. Update is rolling as OTA (from update center, now present in What’s New App in Lollipop firmware), size 13 MB.

Videos 9.1.A.0.8 app

Download Videos 9.1.A.0.8 apk from the below link if you haven’t got the OTA update notification yet.

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Videos 9.1.A.0.8 app

Videos 9.1.A.0.8 apk

Sony Videos 9.0.A.0.20 Material Design

Facing any issues in the app, let us know. Drop your comments below.

Thanks for the tip, Mixa Dj!

Xperia Z2, Z2 Tablet 23.1.A.1.28 firmware certified

Earlier today we saw 23.1.A.0.740 firmware rolling for Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z2 carrier handsets in Europe and now a new 23.1.A.1.28 firmware has been certified for Xperia Z2 and Xperia Z2 Tablet. 23.1.A.1.28 firmware moves the current build from 23.1.A.0.xxx to 23.1.A.1.xx.

23.1.A.1.28 firmware is certified for Xperia Z2 D6503 and Xperia Z2 Tablet SGP521 only for the time being. It seems to be a major bug fixing update (Android 5.0.2) hopefully. Let’s see if it rolls for global variants for Xperia Z2 series or not.

Xperia Z2 23.1.A.1.28 firmware certified

Check out 23.1.A.1.28 firmware certification details for Xperia Z2 D6503 on PTCRB below.

[ UPDATEXperia Z2 23.1.A.1.28 firmware update rolling

[ UPDATESony confirms official changelog of 23.1.A.1.28 firmware update for Xperia Z2 & Xperia Z3 series

Xperia Z2 23.1.A.1.28 firmware certified

Xperia Z2 Tablet 23.1.A.1.28 firmware certified

Check out 23.1.A.1.28 firmware certification details for Xperia Z2 Tablet SGP521 on PTCRB below.

Xperia Z2 Tablet 23.1.A.1.28 firmware certified

We will keep you updated once this firmware starts rolling.

Drop your comments below.

23.1.A.0.740 firmware rolling for Xperia Z3, Z2 carrier handsets

23.1.A.0.740 firmware which was certified on PTCRB a few days back for Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z2 is now rolling officially on carrier handsets. 23.1.A.0.740 Lollipop firmware is confirmed rolling for carrier “Orange” for the time being in European region only.

23.1.A.0.740 firmware is not expected to hit the global variants of Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z2 series. Earlier Sony rolled 23.1.A.0.726 firmware rolled (Android 5.0.2 update) globally for both handsets.

Xperia Z3 23.1.A.0.740 firmware update

23.1.A.0.740 firmware is confirmed rolling for Xperia Z3 D6603 in Poland, Romania, Slovak Republic, Spain and France.

Check out the 23.1.A.0.740 firmware availability screenshot from XperiFirm tool.Xperia Z3 23.1.A.0.740 firmware rolling

Xperia Z2 23.1.A.0.740 firmware update

23.1.A.0.740 firmware is confirmed rolling for Xperia Z2 D6503 in Poland, Romania, Slovak Republic, Spain and France.

Check out the 23.1.A.0.740 firmware availability screenshot from XperiFirm tool.

Xperia Z2 23.1.A.0.740 firmware rolling

NOTE: 23.1.A.0.740 firmware update is LIVE via XperiFirm tool also, so if you want to download it from there and flash it on your Xperia Z3 or Xperia Z2, use the below links:

How to download Xperia Z3/Z2 Lollipop 23.1.A.0.740 firmware using XperiFirm tool?

How to flash Xperia Z3/Z2 Lollipop 23.1.A.0.740 firmware ftf using Flashtool?

Have you got the update, let us know. Drop your comments below.

Xperia M2 18.3.1.A.1.9, M2 Dual 18.3.1.B.1.10 firmware certified

Xperia M2 and Xperia M2 Dual have got new firmware certified at PTCRB after a long time. 18.3.1.A.1.9 firmware is certified for Xperia M2 and 18.3.1.B.1.10 firmware is certified for Xperia M2 Dual. Looking at the firmware build, both firmware seems to be Android 4.4.4 KitKat, minor bug fixing update only.

Sony has not disclosed its plan for rolling Android Lollipop update for Xperia M2 and Xperia M2 Dual yet, so far Android 5.0.2 Lollipop update is available only for Xperia Z1 series, Z Ultra, Z2 & Z3 series and for Xperia T2 Ultra and Xperia C3, it was released a few days back only.

Xperia M2 18.3.1.A.1.9 firmware certification

Check out the 18.3.1.A.1.9 firmware certification for Xperia M2 D2305 on PTCRB below.

Xperia M2 18.3.1.A.1.9 firmware

Xperia M2 Dual 18.3.1.B.1.10 firmware certification

Check out the 18.3.1.B.1.10 firmware certification for Xperia M2 Dual D2302/S50h on PTCRB below.

Xperia M2 Dual 18.3.1.B.1.10 firmware

We will let you know once new firmware update comes to Xperia M2 and Xperia M2 Dual.

Drop your comments below,

Install Xperia Lollipop Concentric Blue, Dark Night & NR theme

Sony has already rolled Android 5.0.2 Lollipop update on Xperia Z1 series, Z Ultra, Z2 & Z3 series and for Xperia T2 Ultra and Xperia C3, it was released a few days back only. Sony introduced new material design Xperia themes in Lollipop update and today we are sharing three custom Xperia Lollipop themes.

You need Android 5.0 Lollipop running on your Xperia handset to install the below-posted themes, they work on both rooted as well as non-rooted Xperia handsets.

Xperia Lollipop Concentric Blue Theme

Download Xperia Lollipop Concentric Blue theme apk from below link (update version here). Download and install like a normal apk.Gizmo-Bolt-Download-Xperia Lollipop Concentric Blue Theme

Xperia Lollipop Concentric Blue Theme with soft keys

Download Xperia Lollipop Concentric Blue Theme

Xperia Dark Night Theme

Download Xperia Dark Night Theme from below Play Store link.

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Xperia Dark Night Theme

Xperia Dark Night Theme UI

Xperia NR Lollipop Theme

Download Xperia NR Lollipop Theme apk from below link. Download and install like a normal apk.

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Xperia NR Lollipop Theme

Xperia NR Lollipop Theme UI

Like the themes, let us know. Drop your comments below.

Themes By: nreuge, badkill

Sony releases Xperia SWPA Theme officially

Sony World Photography Awards winners were announced yesterday by Sony on their blog and today to celebrate the event they have released Xperia SWPA Theme officially on Play Store. Xperia SWPA Theme is compatible with Xperia handsets running Android 4.4+.

Though Xperia SWPA theme looks nice on Android 5.0 Lollipop running Xperia handsets but theme needs more polishing to make it even better. The Color of status bar and the settings bar don’t match.

Xperia SWPA Theme

Download Xperia SWPA Theme from Play Store.

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Xperia SWPA Theme

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Xperia Sony World Photography Awards Theme

Sony World Photography Awards Xperia Theme

Xperia SWPA Theme UI

As you can see in the screenshots, Xperia SWPA theme uses white navigations icons so if you are calling someone the whole navigation bar becomes white and nothing is visible (a bug, certainly).

Check out a full collection of Xperia Themes here.

Like the theme, let us know. Drop your comments below.

Sony Xperia Music 9.0.0.A.2.0beta app update rolling

Sony has now put its Walkman app on Play Store (8.5.A.3.3 version) whereas Xperia Music app beta version is available for download which will replace Sony Walkman app in future. Today Sony Xperia Music app has been updated to newer 9.0.0.A.2.0beta  version over older 9.0.0.A.1.2beta version.

Xperia Music 9.0.0.A.2.0beta app update brings new full player, play queue option added in menu drawer, new context menu icon, widget stays in the notification after pause (swipe to dismiss in Android 5.0 Lollipop).

Xperia Music 9.0.0.A.2.0beta app

Download Xperia Music 9.0.0.A.2.0beta apk from below link (update is still not available in Play Store). While installing this app, you will get notification from Sony that they are changing the new of Walkman app to “Music” now officially.

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Xperia Music 9.0.0.A.2.0Xperia Music 9.0.0.A.2.0 apkDownload Xperia Music 9.0.0.A.2.0 apk

There is a bug in this version where app shows no results while searching any music track. Are you also facing it? Let us know. Drop your comments below.

Thanks for the tip, Ritwik!

Sony Sketch 6.1.A.5.0 app updated – Access to more premium stickers

Sony Sketch app has been updated to newer 6.1.A.5.0 version from older 6.1.A.0.1 version. Sketch 6.1.A.5.0 app update brings access to more premium stickers now, you can draw your own avatar and usual bug fixing and performance enhancement.

Sony Sketch app has already been updated to material design UI. It is compatible with Android 4.2+ running Xperia devices and all other Android smartphones and tablets.

Sony Sketch 6.1.A.5.0 app

Download Sony Sketch 6.1.A.5.0 app from below Play Store link.

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Use the below link to download Sketch 6.1.A.5.0 apk, install normally.

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Sketch 6.1.A.5.0 app

Sony Sketch 6.1.A.0.1 app

Download Sketch 6.1.A.0.1 app

Sketch 6.1.A.0.1 Material Design UI

Facing any bugs, let us know. Drop your comments below.

Sony SRS-X11 speakers hands on pics – Elegant Compact design

Sony launched SRS-X11 portable Bluetooth speakers at CES 2015 which have not been released in so many markets around the world so far. Today we are sharing few Sony SRS-X11 hands on pics. Sony SRS-X11 speakers have small square-cube shape design, available in pink, blue, white, black & red color.

Sony SRS-X11 speakers have Bluetooth and NFC as connectivity options, allowing you to pair it with your smartphone to play music and receive calls. Sony SRS-X11 speakers are 61x61x61 mm in dimensions, output power 10W which is good seeing the size.

Sony SRS-X11 Speakers

Check out Sony SRS-X11 hands on pics (blue and pink speakers featured).

SRS-X11 Red Blue Speakers
SRS-X11 Hands On
SRS-X11 Blue and Red Speakers
SRS-X11 Speakers Hands On
Blue SRS-X11 Speakers Hands On
Red SRS-X11 Speakers Hands On
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Sony SRS-X11 speakers specifications

Sony SRS-X11 speakers are priced at $96 (as seen on Sony site). They are listed on Amazon India but currently out of stock; stock available for $105 at Amazon UK (not available at Amazon International though).

Sony launched BSP60 speakers at MWC 2015, have a look at hands on pics here. Like the Sony SRS-X11 speakers, let us know. Drop your comments below.

Image Credits: Akira-ming

Xperia Z4 Compact SO-04G coming to NTT DoCoMo

It has only been a few days for Xperia Z4 to mark its appearance in Japan officially and now rumors for Xperia Z4 Compact has started floating around. Yesterday some new Xperia models i.e. Sony E5803, Sony E5633, Sony E6683, Sony E6833 got certified at Indonesian Postel site, two of them have been assumed as Xperia Z4 Compact and Xperia Z4 Ultra.

Today an alleged screenshot from NTT DoCoMo’s summer lineup document revealed that Xperia Z4 Compact might be coming to Japan soon with model number SO-04G.

Xperia Z4 Compact SO-04G

Check out the part of leaked document below.

Xperia Z4 Compact SO-04G info leaked

As seen from the screenshot, Xperia Z4 has been assigned SO-03G/SOV31 model number for NTT DoCoMo model.

It is in news that Sony will be launching a different flagship for year 2015 in May and Xperia Z4 will be exclusively available in Japan only.

We will keep you updated once more info comes in regarding Xperia Z4 Compact.

Source – @stagueve

Xperia C3 Lollipop 19.3.A.0.470 firmware rolling – Android 5.0.2 update

A moment ago we posted that Android 5.0.2 Lollipop 19.3.A.0.470 firmware was spotted rolling on Xperia T2 Ultra, well now the same 19.3.A.0.470 firmware has hit Xperia C3 single SIM variant D2533 also (confirmed as Android 5.0.2 Lollipop update).

Xperia C3 19.3.A.0.470 firmware update is confirmed so far only in Taiwan. Update is still seeding, we will soon see it rolling globally hopefully. Nothing spotted on Dual SIM varinat yet.

Xperia C3 Lollipop 19.3.A.0.470 update

19.3.A.0.470 firmware update is live in XperiFirm and can be downloaded now, while users have to wait for PC Companion notification.

[ UPDATE ] Lollipop Update is now available for Xperia C3 Dual (in India also).

[ UPDATEXperia T2 Ultra Lollipop Android 5.0.2 Lollipop 19.3.A.0.470 firmware update rolling

Check out 19.3.A.0.470 firmware running screenshots on Xperia C3 below.

Xperia C3 Lollipop 19.3.A.0.470 about phone screenshot

Xperia C3 19.3.A.0.470 Home Launcher

Xperia C3 19.3.A.0.470 Lollipop screenshots

Xperia C3 Lollipop 19.3.A.0.470  Lockscreen

Download Xperia C3 19.3.A.0.470 ftf

For Xperia C3 D2502

Download 19.3.A.0.470 firmware ftf from below link and flash it using Flashtool. Flashing ftf steps here.

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NOTE: 19.3.A.0.470 firmware update is LIVE via XperiFirm tool also, so if you want to download it from there and flash it on your Xperia C3, use the below links (Below posted links have only tutorial, compatible with all Xperia handsets).

How to download Xperia C3 19.3.A.0.470 Lollipop firmware using XperiFirm tool?

How to flash Xperia C3 19.3.A.0.470 Lollipop firmware ftf using Flashtool?

Have you got the Lollipop update on your Xperia C3, let us know. Drop your comments below.

Image Credits: Ivan Fernandez

Xperia T2 Ultra Lollipop 19.3.A.0.470 firmware rolling – Android 5.0.2 update

Yesterday we posted that a new Lollipop 19.3.A.0.470 firmware build has been certified for Xperia T2 Ultra and Xperia C3, well now it is rolling officially. Android 5.0.2 Lollipop 19.3.A.0.470 firmware has been spotted on Xperia T2 Ultra D5303 (single SIM variant).

Android 5.0.2 Lollipop 19.3.A.0.470 firmware update has been confirmed on D5303 in regions like Czech Republic, Germany, Taiwan; which clearly means Sony has started seeding Lollipop update in some regions and will be up globally soon.

Xperia T2 Ultra Lollipop 19.3.A.0.470 update

19.3.A.0.470 firmware update is not showing in PC Companion yet, but it is live in XperiFirm and can be downloaded.

[ UPDATE ] Lollipop Update is now available for Xperia T2 Ultra Dual (in India also).

[ UPDATEXperia C3 Lollipop Android 5.0.2 Lollipop 19.3.A.0.470 firmware update rolling

Check out 19.3.A.0.470 firmware running screenshots on Xperia T2 Ultra below.

Xperia T2 Ultra D5303 19.3.A.0.470 screenshot

Download Xperia T2 Ultra 19.3.A.0.470 ftf

For Xperia T2 Ultra D5303

Download 19.3.A.0.470 firmware ftf from below link and flash it using Flashtool. Flashing ftf steps here.

Download D5303_19.3.A.0.470_Vietnam.ftf
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NOTE: 19.3.A.0.470 firmware update is LIVE via XperiFirm tool also, so if you want to download it from there and flash it on your Xperia T2 Ultra, use the below links (Below posted links have only tutorial, compatible with all Xperia handsets).

How to download Xperia T2 Ultra 19.3.A.0.470 Lollipop firmware using XperiFirm tool?

How to flash Xperia T2 Ultra 19.3.A.0.470 Lollipop firmware ftf using Flashtool?

Have you got the Lollipop update on your Xperia T2 Ultra, let us know. Drop your comments below.

Thanks for the tip, s3alon! Image Credits: Efrain Lugo

Sony E5803, E5663, E6683, E6833 spotted on Indonesian Postel

Xperia Z4 aka Sony E6533 marked its appearance yesterday and today a few more Sony Xperia models spotted at Indonesian Postel. Sony E5803, Sony E5633, Sony E6683, Sony E6833 got certified today at Indonesian Postel site.

Sony E5803 goes in sync with Xperia Z3 Compact (Sony D5803/Sony D5833) whereas Sony E6683 goes in sync with Xperia Z Ultra (Sony C6833). This could mean that we might be looking at Xperia Z4 Compact or Xperia Z4 Ultra or some other completely different Xperia series.

Sony E5803, E5663, E6683, E6833

Check out the certification of Sony E5803, E5663, E6683, E6833 at Indonesian Postel below.

Sony E5803, E5663, E6683, E6833

It is not clear for the time being whether we are looking at any Xperia “Z4” series model or the new Xperia series. Xperia Z4 & Xperia Z4 Tablet has already been released.

After the launch of Xperia Z4 in Japan, news came that Sony will be launching another high-end Xperia in May which could be the next Xperia global flagship device.

What do you think guys, idea of Xperia Z4 Ultra looks ultra cool. Drop your comments below.

Sony Social Live 1.0.27 app – Bug Fixing update rolled

Sony Social Live app has been updated newer 1.0.27 version from older 1.0.26 version. Social Live 1.0.27 app brings minor translation and compatibility fixes. App is compatible with Xperia devices having Sony Social Smart Camera app.

Sony Social Live app is third party app for Sony Social Smart Camera app which allows you to broadcast your videos live on Facebook just like Sony’s app “Live on YouTube” which allows you to broadcast live videos on YouTube.

Sony Social Live app v1.0.27

Download Sony Social Live app v1.0.27 from below Play Store link.

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Download the apk from below if you are unable to download it from below link.

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Social Live 1.0.27 app

Facing any bugs, comment below.

Xperia C3 & T2 Ultra 19.3.A.0.470 Lollipop firmware certified – Android 5.0.2

New Android 5.0.2 Lollipop 19.3.A.0.470 firmware build has been certified for Xperia C3 & Xperia T2 Ultra at PTCRB recently. Earlier 19.3.A.0.468 firmware was certified at PTCRB but now this Android 5.0.2 19.3.A.0.470 build getting certified means the update is very near.

Sony promised to roll Android 5.0.2 Lollipop update on Xperia C3 and Xperia T2 Ultra this week and as the week has started and a new 19.3.A.0.470 build certification coming along, it surely means the update is about to come. Dual SIM variants of both devices will be getting Lollipop update.

19.3.A.0.470 Lollipop firmware certified for Xperia C3

[ UPDATEXperia T2 Ultra Lollipop Android 5.0.2 Lollipop 19.3.A.0.470 firmware update rolling

[ UPDATEXperia C3 Lollipop Android 5.0.2 Lollipop 19.3.A.0.470 firmware update rolling

Check out 19.3.A.0.470 firmware certification for Xperia C3 at PTCRB.

19.3.A.0.470 Lollipop firmware certified for Xperia C3

19.3.A.0.470 Lollipop firmware certified for Xperia T2 Ultra

Check out the 19.3.A.0.468 firmware certification for Xperia T2 Ultra D5303 on PTCRB.

19.3.A.0.470 Lollipop firmware certified for Xperia T2 Ultra

We will keep you updated once Lollipop firmware begins rolling on Xperia C3 and Xperia T2 Ultra. Drop your comments below.

23.1.A.0.740 firmware certified for Xperia “Z3” & “Z2” series

A new 23.1.A.0.740 firmware has been certified for Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z2 series over current build 23.1.A.0.726. Earlier Sony rolled Android 5.0.2 Lollipop update on Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z2 series in the form of 23.1.A.0.690 firmware, which was pulled later and 23.1.A.0.726 firmware was released globally.

23.1.A.0.740 firmware is certified for Xperia Z3, Xperia Z3 Compact, Xperia Z2 and Xperia Z2 Tablet. It is not yet certified for Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact. It is a bug fixing update, as the present Android 5.0.2 23.1.A.0.726 build is having issues like severe battery drain, heating issues and some minor bugs.

23.1.A.0.740 firmware certified for Xperia Z3

Check out the 23.1.A.0.740 firmware certification for Xperia Z3 D6603 on PTCRB.

[ UPDATE23.1.A.0.740 firmware rolling for Xperia Z3, Z2 carrier handsets

23.1.A.0.740 firmware certified for Xperia Z3

23.1.A.0.740 firmware certified for Xperia Z3 Compact

Check out the 23.1.A.0.740 firmware certification for Xperia Z3 Compact D5803 on PTCRB.

23.1.A.0.740 firmware certified for Xperia Z3 Compact

23.1.A.0.740 firmware certified for Xperia Z2

Check out the 23.1.A.0.740 firmware certification for Xperia Z2 D6503 on PTCRB.

23.1.A.0.740 firmware certified for Xperia Z2

23.1.A.0.740 firmware certified for Xperia Z2 Tablet

Check out the 23.1.A.0.740 firmware certification for Xperia Z2 Tablet SGP521 on PTCRB.

23.1.A.0.740 firmware certified for Xperia Z2 Tablet

We will keep you updated once 23.1.A.0.740 firmware build starts rolling. Drop your comments below.

Android Wear 5.1.1 update to give Wi-Fi support, Wrist Gestures to Sony SmartWatch 3

Google has officially announced a major update to Android Wear which includes lots of new features. It is in news that Google will soon roll out Android 5.1.1 Lollipop update on Nexus devices and then we can expect the Android Wear 5.1.1 update to come to Sony SmartWatch 3.

Sony has already launched Android 5.0.2 Lollipop Update on Xperia Z2 & Xperia Z3 series, Xperia Z1, Xperia Z1 Compact and Xperia Z Ultra. Xperia T2 Ultra, Xperia C3 and older Xperia “Z” series are yet to receive Lollipop update.

What’s new in Android Wear 5.1.1 update?

[ UPDATE 28/05/15Sony SmartWatch 3 Android Wear 5.1.1 update rolling

Always-on Apps – Now apps installed on your smartwatch will remain active even if screen goes to sleep, it will save power as you don’t have to open the app again everytime.

Always-on Apps on AndroidWear 5.1.1 update

Wi-Fi Support – Sony SmartWatch 3 has Wi-Fi connectivity option, so now connecting SW3 to a Wi-Fi network will enable you to send messages, use apps; no matter where your phone is (it must have data connection), so no need for a permanent Bluetooth connection for pairing it.

New launcher is added – Tap on the screen and you are good to go.

AndroidWear 5.1.1 New Launcher

New Adjustable font sizes and easier emojis; now draw them directly on your SmartWatch 3.

Easier emojis on AndroidWear 5.1.1 update

Wrist Gesture – Flick your wrist to see the notification.

Wrist Gesture on Sony SmartWatch 3 AndroidWear  5.1.1 update

This new AndroidWear 5.1.1 Update will arrive on all seven Android Wear watches starting with LG Watch Urbane.

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Source – Android Blog | Sony Mobile

First look at Xperia Z4 – Hands on Videos

Sony Xperia Z4 finally marked its appearance today in Japan after several rumors floating in. Looking at Xperia Z4, one can say it is a combo of Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z2 in terms of design. A minor upgrade over Xperia Z3, though calling it a next flagship device seems unrealistic.

Xperia Z4 features Snapdragon 810 64 bit Octa core processor (2 GHz) with 3 GB RAM, 32 GB internal storage (with micro SD card support). It features 20.7 MP camera 25mm wide-angle, 1 / 2.3 inch size sensor (ISO 12800). It features 5.1 MP front camera (25mm wide-angle). Xperia Z4 weighs 144 grams and is 6.9mm thin with 5.2″ FHD Display (1920 x 1080 resolution, no 2K) packed in an aluminum frame with glass back. Xperia Z4 features 2930 mAh battery.

Xperia Z4 Hands on Videos

Check out what we have till now on Xperia Z4.

Full Specifications of Xperia Z4

Xperia Z4 vs Xperia Z3 Design Comparison pics

Xperia Z4 hands on pics officially

Now let’s have a look at few Xperia Z4 hands on videos which have come so far. Sony has not rolled out any official Xperia Z4 yet on their channels.

Below is the Xperia Z4 launch event promo video.

[ UPDATE ] As per the news floating in now, it seems Xperia Z4 is launched for the Japanese market for the time being and might be only available in Japan. In the late May, Sony is expected to launch the flagship device globally.

We would like to hear user’s point of view on new Xperia Z4. Is it a worthy upgrade. Let us know. Drop your comments below.

Xperia Z4 hands on pics officially

Earlier today Sony launched Xperia Z4 in Japan exclusively. Xperia Z4 features Snapdragon 810 64 bit Octa core processor (2 GHz) with 3 GB RAM, 32 GB internal storage (with micro SD card support). It features 20.7 MP camera 25mm wide-angle, 1 / 2.3 inch size sensor (ISO 12800). It features 5.1 MP front camera (25mm wide-angle).

Xperia Z4 weighs 144 grams and is 6.9mm thin with 5.2″ FHD Display (1920 x 1080 resolution, no 2K) packed in an aluminum frame with glass back. Xperia Z4 features 2930 mAh battery.

Xperia Z4 Hands on

Full Specifications of Xperia Z4

Xperia Z4 vs Xperia Z3 Design Comparison pics

First look at Xperia Z4 – Hands on Videos

Xperia Z4 hands on pic

Xperia Z4 Copper Hands on

Xperia Z4 black hands on

Xperia Z4 White Hands on

Xperia Z4 Aqua Green Hands On

Xperia Z4 20.7 MP rear camera lens

Xperia Z4 Micro SD & SIM card slot

Xperia Z4 SIM Card slot

Xperia Z4 micro SD card slot

Xperia Z4 SD Card slot

Xperia Z4 Metal frame

Xperia Z4 launched in Japan

Xperia Z4 Japna launch

Xperia Z4 Latest Flagship of Sony

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Xperia Z4 vs Xperia Z3 Design Comparison – Hands On

Xperia Z4 marked its appearance today in Japan exclusively. Xperia Z4 features Snapdragon 810 64 bit Octa core processor (2 GHz) with 3 GB RAM, 32 GB internal storage (with micro SD card support). It features 20.7 MP camera 25mm wide-angle, 1 / 2.3 inch size sensor (ISO 12800). It features 5.1 MP front camera (25mm wide-angle).

In terms of specifications, Xperia Z4 is a no wonder as compared to Xperia Z3 while if we see the design of Xperia Z4, it is a mixture of Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z2. Let’s see how Xperia Z4 differs from Xperia Z3 in terms of design.

Xperia Z4 vs Xperia Z3

Check out Xperia Z4 vs Xperia Z3 Design Comparison below.

Xperia Z4 hands on pics officially – Look here.

Check out full specifications and features of Xperia Z4 here.

First look at Xperia Z4 – Hands on Videos

Both Xperia Z4 and Xperia features 5.2″ FHD Display. Xperia Z4 features speakers design like Xperia Z2. Back panel of both devices looks same.

[ Left – Xperia Z4 | Right – Xperia Z3 ]

Xperia Z4 vs Xperia Z3

Xperia Z3 vs Xperia Z4

Xperia Z4 features capless micro-USB port at the bottom side with a lanyard hole while there is no port at the bottom side of Xperia Z3.

[ Top – Xperia Z4 | Bottom – Xperia Z3 ]

Copper Xperia Z4 vs Xperia Z3

Position of the microphone is also different in both devices.

[ Top – Xperia Z4 | Bottom – Xperia Z3 ]

Xperia Z3 vs Xperia Z4 Design

Xperia Z4 has only 1 port at the right side where SIM card and SD card goes whereas on the left side it has no ports/flaps.

[ Top – Xperia Z4 | Bottom – Xperia Z3 ]

Xperia Z4 Design vs Xperia Z3

Xperia Z4 vs Xperia Z3 Comparison

[ Left – Xperia Z4 | Right – Xperia Z3 ]

Xperia Z3 vs Xperia Z4 Comparison

Xperia Z4 has better smooth edges.

[ Top – Xperia Z3 | Bottom – Xperia Z4 ]

Xperia Z4 Hands On

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via – ItMedia

Xperia Z4 Launched in Japan – 6.9mm thin with 64-bit Octa core processor Snapdragon 810

Sony has officially launched the successor of Xperia Z3 i.e. Xperia Z4 in Japan today exclusively in white, black, copper and aqua green color. Xperia Z4 weighs 144 grams and is 6.9mm thin with 5.2″ FHD Display (1920 x 1080 resolution, no 2K) packed in an aluminum frame with glass back.

Xperia Z4 features Snapdragon 810 64 bit Octa core processor (2 GHz) with 3 GB RAM, 32 GB internal storage (with micro SD card support). It features 20.7 MP camera 25mm wide-angle, 1 / 2.3 inch size sensor (ISO 12800). It features 5.1 MP front camera (25mm wide-angle).

Xperia Z4 Launched in Japan

Unexpectedly Xperia Z4 features 2930 mAh battery (which is less as compared to Xperia Z3 & Xperia Z2). Xperia Z4 comes with Android 5.0 Lollipop out of the box (5.0.2). Xperia Z4 is (IPX5 / 8, IP6X) certified. In terms of design, Xperia Z4 is a combination of Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z2. First look at Xperia Z4 – Hands on Videos here.

[ UPDATE ] As per the news floating in now, it seems Xperia Z4 is launched for the Japanese market for the time being and might be only available in Japan. In the late May, Sony is expected to launch the flagship device globally.

Xperia Z4 vs Xperia Z3 Design Comparison pics – Look here.

Xperia Z4 hands on pics officially – Look here.

Xperia Z4 Launched in Japan in white and black

Xperia Z4 in Copper and Aqua green Color

Xperia Z4 20.7 MP Camera

Xperia Z4 in Aqua Green and Copper color

Xperia Z4 Specifications

Sony SCR30 Style window cover has also been introduced for Xperia Z4 along with a desktop holder.

Now it seems all leaks linking to Xperia Z3 Neo were of Xperia Z4 actually, yes because Sony E6553 is Xperia Z4’s model number. Xperia Z4 looks no wonder phone over Xperia Z3.

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Source – Sony Japan