Xperia 10 V (SOG 11) 68.0.C.0.440 Firmware Update Released

Great news for Xperia 10 V SOG 11 users in Japan! Sony has recently rolled out a security firmware update (level updated June 1st, 2023) version 68.0.C.0.440, for Xperia 10 V smartphone. It looks like a regional Android 13 firmware release, rather than a global firmware release.

Xperia 10 V (SOG 11) 68.0.C.0.440 Firmware Update

The 68.0.C.0.440 firmware update focuses on improving the overall system performance and stability of the Xperia 10 V. Sony has fine-tuned the operating system, optimizing various aspects of resource allocation and system responsiveness. Users can expect smoother app launches, faster multitasking, and enhanced overall performance, providing a seamless and enjoyable user experience.

68.0.C.0.440 Firmware Details

Firmware name: SOG11-68.0. C.0.440-13-JP (CDA : 25901395, KDI JP)
Firmware size: 2.45 GB
Firmware area: Japan
Android version: Android 13

How to Update:

Updating your Xperia 10 V to the latest firmware version is a simple process. Here’s how you can do it:

Ensure that your device is connected to a stable Wi-Fi network and has sufficient battery charge.
Go to the Settings app on your Xperia 10 V. Go to Settings > About Phone > Check the Build Number on your device
Scroll down and tap on “System.”
Select “Software update” and then “System updates.”
If the 68.0.C.0.440 firmware update is available for your device, you will see a notification. Tap on “Download and install” to initiate the update process.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the update. Your device may restart during the process, so it’s crucial not to interrupt it.

Note: It’s recommended to back up your important data before proceeding with the firmware update to ensure the safety of your information.

Let us know if you have received the 68.0.C.0.440 Firmware Update on your Xperia 10 V. We will shortly post the detailed changelog of the firmware. Drop your comments below.

Sony posts prelude teaser videos ahead of Xperia Product Launch on 14th April

Sony Mobile has just posted 2 prelude teaser videos before their Xperia and other Sony products launch before 14th April 2021. As you can see from video as well under coming soon tag, Sony has marked III which is an indicator for rumoured launch of Sony Xperia 1 III (Mark 3), Xperia 10 III (Mark 3) We might also see Sony Xperia 5 III on the launch day but is in unsure for the time being.

Apart from expected Xperia Phone lineup for 2021, we might see additional products like Sony WF-1000XM4 Wireless Noise Canceling Stereo Headset and Sony LSPX-S3 Glass Sound Speaker; both recently marked their way into FCC Certification in early April this year.

Sony Prelude Teasers ahead of Xperia Product Launch

Check out the videos which Sony Mobile has shared over Youtube.

Sony Xperia 1 III (Mark 3) is rumoured to come with Snapdragon 888 Chipset with 6.5″ 4K HDR OLED 120 Hz display refresh rate supporting 10bit color with brightness capped at 1300 nits with 12 GB RAM, 256 GB internal storage and 5000 mAh battery supporting 65W fast charging.

Let us know if you are looking forward for Xperia Product launch on 14th April. Event will start at 16:30 JST/ 09:30 CEST on Sony’ YouTube channel.

Via – Sony Xperia YouTube

Try out Xperia Tri Flat Lollipop & Dainty Theme

Today we are sharing Xperia Tri Flat theme modified for Lollipop running Xperia devices. Xperia Tri Flat theme is one of the first Xperia Theme to be made available for users on Play Store when Sony rolled Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update and till now it is one of the best theme if you ask us.

You need Xperia device running Android 5.0+ to install the themes, both themes change navigation keys perfectly on rooted as well as non-rooted Xperia devices.

Xperia Tri Flat Lollipop

Download Xperia Tri Flat Lollipop Theme from below link and install normally.

Xperia Dainty Theme

Download Xperia Dainty Theme from below link and install normally.

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

Themes by: session20 & badkill

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.

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.

Lollipop coming for Xperia Z3 Dual, Z1, Z1 Compact & Z Ultra next week, Sony confirms

Sony Mobile in a tweet made today, confirmed that Xperia Z3 Dual, Xperia Z1, Xperia Z1 Compact & Xperia Z Ultra will be getting Android 5.0.2 Lollipop update next week and Xperia T2 Ultra and Xperia C3 will be next to get update.

Earlier today Sony confirmed the global rollout for Xperia Z2 Tablet and Xperia Z2 and now many regions like Vietnam, Singapore, Ukraine, Thailand, MENA Arabic, Generic LAM, USA, India have already got update on Xperia Z2 D6502 today.

Lollipop update schedule

Check out the tweet made by Sony:

2/2 #Xperia Z3 Dual, Z1, Z1 Compact and Z Ultra next week, followed shortly after by T2 Ultra & C3. Then Z Series – more on timings soon.

— Sony Xperia News (@SonyMobileNews) April 7, 2015

Android Lollipop 23.1.1.E.0.1 firmware has already been certified for Xperia Z3 Dual.

Android Lollipop 14.5.A.0.242 firmware has already been certified for Xperia Z1, Z1 Compact & Xperia Z Ultra.

Android Lollipop 14.5.B.0.220 firmware has already been certified for Xperia Z1s (T-Mobile variant for USA).

Android Lollipop 19.3.A.0.468 firmware has already been certified for Xperia T2 Ultra and Xperia C3.

Xperia Z, Xperia ZL & Xperia ZR will get Lollipop update once Xperia Z3 Dual, Xperia Z1, Xperia Z1 Compact, Xperia Z Ultra, Xperia T2 Ultra & Xperia C3 gets Lollipop update.

We will keep you updated once the rollout begins.

Drop your comments below.

Xperia C4 Dual E5333 Cosmos pic leaks

Yesterday a pic of Xperia C4 in turquoise color leaked and today almost confirmation has come that Sony Cosmos is Xperia C4 with model number Sony E53XX. It is also believed that dual SIM variant of Xperia C4 will also be released with model number Sony E5333 and Type Number PM-0862-BV.

Xperia C4 Dual is codenamed as Sony Cosmos_DS. Xperia C4 Dual E5333 has been leaked in an alleged pic today (white color) showing the front panel of the device clearly. Earlier today @UpLeaks also leaked specifications of Sony E5503 (Xperia Lavender).

Xperia C4 Dual

Check out the leaked pic of Xperia C4 Dual.

@UpLeaks confirms the model number of Xperia C4 Dual in a tweet made today.

This is Xperia C4 Dual(Cosmos_DS), Model Number E5333, Type Number PM-0862-BV. https://t.co/3akecaWex4

— @upleaks (@upleaks) April 7, 2015

We will keep you updated once more info comes in for Xperia C4. Drop your comments below.

Source – @UpLeaks

Install Xperia Sparkle Lollipop Boot animation

Sony introduced a new boot animation in their Lollipop firmware and here comes a modded Xperia Sparkle Lollipop Boot animation for rooted Xperia devices. It is compatible with Android 4.4 KitKat running Xperia devices, for Android 5.0+ compatibility is unknown.

Download the required zip file from below and flash the flashable zip file in recovery and reboot your device then. Do backup your original boot animation file. It is suitable for 1080p resolution devices.

Xperia Sparkle Lollipop Boot animation

Download Xperia Sparkle Lollipop Boot animation flashable zip file from below link.

Check out the live preview of boot animation below.

Like it, let us know. Drop your comments below.

via – XDA (by session20)

Sony Xperia Cosmos pic leaked again – Flaunts 5 MP front cam with LED Flash

Sony Xperia Cosmos pic has once again leaked, this time one can clearly see the “Sony” branding on the top bezel and at the top right corner there is 5 MP front cam with LED flash. Device is clearly running Android Lollipop version, as seen from the Xperia home launcher spotted in pic.

Xperia Cosmos leaks so far have already confirmed that it will feature MediaTek MT6752 processor (a 64-bit octa-core LTE SoC) and model number would be Sony E5306.

Xperia Cosmos Leaks

Check out the latest pic of Xperia Cosmos leaked.

What has been seen so far about mysterious Xperia Cosmos:

Model Number – Xperia E5306
Processor – MediaTek MT6752 processor
Android – 5.0 Lollipop running
Type Number PM-0860-BV
Current testing firmware – 27.x firmware
Front Cam – 5 MP with LED flash.

Check out the tweet made by @OnLeaks today.

Sony Cosmos, again. pic.twitter.com/PYmyHkL3Xs

— @upleaks (@upleaks) March 21, 2015

Earlier in leaks Xperia Cosmos front display and Bluetooth settings pics have been leaked.

Sony first launched Xperia C3 with a 5 MP front cam and this time they have also put a LED flash with it, will Xperia Cosmos succeed Xperia C3, can’t be said for the time being.

Will you buy a MediaTek powered Xperia Selfie smartphone? Let us know, drop your comments below.

Sony Mobile France teases a new Xperia coming tomorrow

Sony Mobile France has just teased a new Xperia smartphone which is coming tomorrow morning. In a tweet made by Sony Mobile France, it says, “Une éclipse solaire aura lieu demain matin. Nous sommes déjà prêts… et vous ?” which translates to “A solar eclipse will take place tomorrow morning. We are already ready… and you?”

It can’t be said right now which Xperia smartphone they are referring to. Recently we saw Xperia Cosmo in alleged leaked with 5 MP front cam (along with LED flash), could it be Xperia Cosmos then (or is it Xperia C4?).

No specific info about the device has been revealed yet except its arrival date i.e. tomorrow morning. By looking at the pic. it seems a 5″+ display device.

[ UPDATE ] It seems it was just a hoax only. Sony Mobile GB has posted a picture of Xperia Z3, where they wanted users to take the pic of the solar eclipse happening through Xperia Z3.

New Xperia coming

Below you can see the pic recently tweeted by Sony Xperia France.

Below you can see the tweet made by Sony Xperia France.

Une éclipse solaire aura lieu demain matin. Nous sommes déjà prêts… et vous ? pic.twitter.com/mgCwSeWOyt

— Sony Xperia FR (@SonyXperiaFR) March 19, 2015

At MWC 2015 Sony said they are doing good with the Xperia Z3 in market so not launching Xperia Z4 for the time being so expecting Xperia Z4 at this stage don’t make sense but if it is Xperia Z4 then it would be a pleasant surprise.

What do you think guys, which Xperia smartphone it is? Drop your comments below.

Xperia Material NXT Blue Theme based on Sony’s Lollipop design

We have recently seen screenshots from Xperia Z4 Dual showing what Sony holds for Lollipop UI and seeing that one of the first Xperia themes based on Sony’s Android 5.0 Lollipop design has come i.e. Xperia Material NXT Blue Theme (other colors like Purple, Green, Red soon to follow).

To install Xperia Material NXT Blue Theme you need rooted Xperia handset Z, Z1, Z2 or Z3 with SuperUser Mod installed, install theme normally and reboot. Theme is only compatible with above mentioned Xperia handsets. You get white themed UI, with new Wi-Fi icon, signal strength icon, switch buttons, navigation keys, colored status bars, themed dialer etc.

Xperia Material NXT Theme

Download Xperia Material NXT Theme apk from below for the concerned device.

For Xperia Z

For Xperia Z1

For Xperia Z2

For Xperia Z3

As the theme developer said, more colors will be released soon and we will update the post as soon as they are released.

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

via – XDA (Theme by niaboc79)

Check out this cool Widget Clock Walkman for Xperia devices

Are you looking for a cool clock widget for your Xperia device, well if yes, you might want to try this Widget Clock Walkman app. It is a customized clock widget, available in white and black color with Sony Walkman branding.

You need rooted Xperia device with custom recovery installed and running Android 4.2+ atleast. Back up your original clock widget app before trying this one.

Widget Clock Walkman

Download widget clock Walkman app from below and flash in recovery.

For Android 4.2+/4.3+ running Xperia devices :

Download WidgetsClock_Walkman(JB).zip

For Android 4.4+ running Xperia devices :

Download WidgetsClock_Walkman(KK).zip

Like the new clock widget, let us know. Drop your comments below.

via – XDA

Check out Xperia Halla Green & Rose Theme

Today we are sharing custom Xperia Hala Green & Xperia Rose theme working on non rooted Xperia devices ( confirmed working on Android 4.4+, compatibility with Android 4.3 unknown ). Xperia Hala Green theme gives you Sony’s new Android Lollipop style navigation keys with colored status and navigation bar ( not transparent yet on home screen, will be updated in next update ).

Xperia Rose theme from RDX Media Works gives you customized navigation keys with a clock timer icon as menu button on home screen with a themed background UI in system settings.

Xperia Halla Green Theme

Download Xperia Halla Green theme from below Play Store link.

Xperia Rose Theme

Download Xperia Rose Theme from below link.

Download TimeForRoseNonRoot.apk

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

Thanks for the tip, Ratheesh Kettavan!

Black & White shades of Sony, Xperia products

While we were seeing some pics today, we found some beautiful pics of Sony, Xperia Products posted by one Sony Xperia enthusiast guy, Zack. Earlier he has captured pics of Sony Walkman NW-ZX2 and copper colored Xperia Z3, which are fascinating.

In pics published in this post, you will find white Xperia Z3, Sony SmartBand Talk, Sony Play Station 4 & Game Controllers and Sony Vaio Laptop.

Black & White shades of Sony

Check out the pics below.

Like the black and white shades of Sony, Xperia products, let us know. Drop your comments below.

via – Digi-Wo | Photos by Zack (@Zackbucks)

One Click Xperia Z3 root using giefroot – Rooting Tool CVE-2014-4322 exploit

For a long time one click root access on Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z3 Compact Android 4.4.4 KitKat firmware was not available but now with a brilliant work by zxz0O0 using CVE-2014-4322 exploit in his giefroot – Rooting Tool, root has been achieved now.

v1 of giefroot – Rooting Tool has been released for the time being which supports only Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z3 Compact for the time being. It is not working on Xperia Z2. Confirmed working on Xperia Z3 Compact D5803 ( 23.0.A.2.93 firmware ), D6603 ( 23.0.A.2.93 firmware ). Rooting voids the warranty of your device so proceed at your own risk ( after rooting you will receive all future updates, it does not need unlocking of bootloader ).

Requirements

It works only on Firmware dated < October 2014 ( both kernel and system ).

Go to phone about settings option, tap on build number 7 times to enable developer mode option. Under Developer mode settings enable the below mentioned settings.

Enable USB Debugging.
Allow mock location.

adb drivers must be installed on your PC.

How to Root ?

Download the below mentioned giefroot – Rooting Tool.

giefroot – Rooting Tool – V1 supports only Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z3 Compact.

Download giefroot_v1.zip

Connect your device to PC and then enable airplane mode in your device.
Open the download giefroot_v1.zip file, extract it in your PC. Click on install.bat file > follow onscreen instructions.
If all goes well your device is now rooted.

Error Message : Device not rooted > Try running the above mentioned whole process again for the second time.

Need any more help with above process, check the source link below to get in touch with the developer.

NOTE : Check these steps mentioned by serajr to achieve root on latest .77 firmware ( locked bootloader ).

Source – XDA | Credits : zxz0O0 and Keen Team

Official CyanogenMod 12 for Xperia Z2, Z1, Z Ultra, Z1 Compact, Z2 Tablet released – Nightly Lollipop builds

Sony promised to release Android 5.0 Lollipop update for Xperia “Z3” and “Z2” series in February 2015 at CES 2015 event and then whole Xperia “Z” series will be updated. Meanwhile CyanogenMod Team officially released Android 5.0 Lollipop CyanogenMod 12 ( CM 12 ) nightly builds for Xperia Z2, Z1, Z Ultra, Z1 Compact and Z2 Tablet today.

CyanogenMod has released CM 12 Lollipop nightly builds ( not very stable ) for the time being. To install it on your concerned device you must have unlocked bootloader ( which voids warranty ). To unlock bootloader on your device, check the official steps by Sony here. Nightly builds will be having some bugs so install if you don’t want to wait for Lollipop update.

Official CyanogenMod 12 Lollipop for Xperia Z2

Download the files mentioned below for Xperia Z2 ( code name – Sirius ).

Note : All the direct download links and steps are served officially by CyanogenMod Team.

Download cm-12-20150118-NIGHTLY-sirius.zip
md5sum: 28004be8b938f8a2f9cc24b1b60203fa
[ Official CM 12 Download Page ]

Follow these steps to install CM 12 on Xperia Z2.

Official CyanogenMod 12 Lollipop for Xperia Z2 Tablet

Download the files mentioned below for Xperia Z2 Tablet LTE ( code name – Castor )

Download cm-12-20150118-NIGHTLY-castor.zip
md5sum: 397ccc3f4e59f7214f6d07b63de24bf6
[ Official CM 12 Download Page ]

Follow these steps to install CM 12 on Xperia Z2 Tablet LTE.

Download the files mentioned below for Xperia Z2 Tablet Wi-Fi ( code name – Castor_windy )

Download cm-12-20150118-NIGHTLY-castor_windy.zip
md5sum: b6cb4b2691ba9ee3c0bad2e1dbb2a70c
[ Official CM 12 Download Page ]

Follow these steps to install CM 12 on Xperia Z2 Tablet Wi-Fi.

Official CyanogenMod 12 Lollipop for Xperia Z1

Download the files mentioned below for Xperia Z1 ( code name – Honami )

Download cm-12-20150118-NIGHTLY-honami.zip
md5sum: 85af01b024c3a45ab23d6bcc54a897f8
[ Official CM 12 Download Page ]

Follow these steps to install CM 12 on Xperia Z1.

Official CyanogenMod 12 Lollipop for Xperia Z1 Compact

Download the files mentioned below for Xperia Z1 Compact ( code name – Amami )

Download cm-12-20150118-NIGHTLY-amami.zip
md5sum: 4812aa050e86d653f92f6a7fe86c2114
[ Official CM 12 Download Page ]

Follow these steps to install CM 12 on Xperia Z1 Compact.

Official CyanogenMod 12 Lollipop for Xperia Z Ultra

Download the files mentioned below for Xperia Z Ultra ( code name – Togari )

Download cm-12-20150118-NIGHTLY-togari.zip
md5sum: 23a87c369a0ecd55ca5f4670492451d3
[ Official CM 12 Download Page ]

Follow these steps to install CM 12 on Xperia Z Ultra.

Download the files mentioned below for Xperia Z Ultra ( code name – Togari_gpe )

Download cm-12-20150118-NIGHTLY-togari_gpe.zip
md5sum: b79b85fc21cc4f977866749ce26db8a4
[ Official CM 12 Download Page ]

Follow these steps to install CM 12 on Xperia Z Ultra Google Play Edition.

Share you views if you have tried official CM 12 on your device. Drop your comments below.

Source – CyanogenMod

Check these 500 Material design wallpapers for home screen & lock screen

We are waiting for Sony to roll Android 5.0 Lollipop update on Xperia “Z” series and to see what Sony is holding for users in terms of new material design inspired UI. It seems we will also have new Xperia wallpapers inspired from material design.

XDA user DennisDD78 shared some 500 material design wallpapers which go very beautifully on home screen & lock screen of FHD devices. Lock screen wallpapers have 1080×1776 resolution and home screen wallpapers have 2664×2664 resolution ( you need to crop a little bit to adjust them ).

Material design wallpapers

Download 500 material design wallpapers from below link.

View Wallpapers
[Zip the wallpapers in Google Drive to download – 300 MB file ]

Below you can see two of the wallpapers on Xperia Z2 lock screen & home screen.

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

Source – XDA

Install Android 5.0 based Xperia Themes – Working on non rooted devices

Finally the last day of year 2014!!! We thought let’s share some cool Xperia themes with you which can be used by every Xperia user running android 4.3+. XDA user SKA67 has done a very good job in creating these free themes for Xperia users.

You will get Android 5.0 style navigation keys, home launcher and customized material design wallpapers on home screen & lock screen. Every theme posted below follows the same pattern, only the ascent color is different in each theme.