Monthly Archives: December 2013

Sony Z Ultra C6806 GPE Android 4.4.2 KOT49H Update Rolling – Fixes Uninstall app bug

It’s celebration time for Xperia user as Sony is rolling Android 4.3 firmware update on their devices and yesterday we saw Sony officially rolling Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware update for Xperia Z1 and Z Ultra which fixed bootloader camera breaking issue on Xperia Z1 and brought Xperia Z1 Smart camera app to Xperia Z Ultra with some new Xperia themes and a smooth UI. In the meantime Sony Z Ultra Google Play Edition ( GPE ) users were complaining about some serious bugs on their device like they were unable to uninstall apps. Google finally acknowledged the issue and rolled an update.

Sony Z Ultra C6806 has got Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update from Google ( coming from Android 4.4 ). Android 4.4.2 KOT49H Update for Sony Z Ultra C6806 is a huge update of 444 MB and fixes many major bugs on Sony Z Ultra.

Look for OTA notification for Android 4.4.2 KOT49H Update on Sony Z Ultra and update over Wi-Fi.

Sony Z Ultra C6806 GPE Android 4.4.2 KOT49H Update

Bugs Fixed 

  • Uninstall app big fixed. Now you can uninstall any app.
  • Google Now voice bug fixed.
  • Performance enhancement.
  • Security Patches.

Sony Z Ultra C6806 GPE Android 4.4.2 KOT49H

To manually sideload Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update on Sony Z Ultra C6806, OTA package file is not being updated by Google right now, as soon as it comes we will update it in the post. Check below link on how to manually sideload OTA update package on your device..

How to manually sideload OTA package of Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update on Z Ultra C6806 ?

If you have already updated your Sony Z Ultra C6806 on Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update, do let us know are you still facing that uninstall app bug or not ?

Drop your comments below if you encounter any other strange bug on Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update for Sony Z Ultra C6806.

[ via – XDA user cob2004 ]

Xperia Z1 and Z Ultra Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware Update Rolling Officially – Bootloader Camera Bug Fixed on Xperia Z1

We knew that Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware update will soon come on Xperia Z1 and Z Ultra soon and Sony Mobile has just confirmed on their blog that Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware update is rolling now officially for Xperia Z1 and Xperia Z Ultra now. As both phones are getting the same Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware so we will stick only one post this time where we will post all about this firmware.

14.2.A.0.290 firmware brings Android 4.3 update on both Xperia Z1 and Z Ultra with lots of changes and updates. Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware is still seeding so might not get the notification all over the world at the same time. Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware has been confirmed on UK, India, Finland, Singapore, Sweden, Thailand region on Xperia Z1 and Z Ultra. Available via PC Companion and SUS, no OTA seen yet.

[ UPDATE – 20 Dec ]

Xperia Z1, Z Ultra 14.2.A.1.XXX firmware bug fixing update coming soon

[ UPDATE ] Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware update confirmed in India for Z1 and Z Ultra. 923.4 MB is size.

First have a look at what Sony has to say on this update. Sony Mobile’s official changelog on this Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware Update for Xperia Z1 and Z Ultra.

Project Butter performance & UI optimisation and a smoother graphical experience.

Sony’s Smart Social Camera to Xperia Z Ultra launched.

Tweaked  Messaging, MyXperia, Smart Connect, Small apps, TrackID, Sony Select apps.

Sony’s Media apps: WALKMAN, Album and Movies, with Sony Entertainment Network update.

New “Xperia Themes”, with downloadable UI packs from Sony Select app.

Android security enhancements.

Xperia Z1 Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware Update

Connect your Xperia Z1 and Z Ultra to PC companion and look for Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware update notification as shown below.

Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware Update on Xperia Z1 via PC Companion

Xperia Z1 Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware Update

Xperia Z1 and Z Ultra Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware Update Changelog – What we noticed ?

Below mentioned changelog applies to both Xperia Z1 and Z Ultra.

  • More calibrated screen display, much brighter now. More White Screen. NO YELLOW HUE ISSUE ANYMORE 🙂
  • New Option to choose Themes “XPERIA Themes” from Sony select app. Good ones are “paid themes” rest are free which is to be downloaded via Google Play store via Sony select app.
  • Bootloader camera bug fixed on Xperia Z1 now 🙂 the best thing. ( Now Camera works fine after unlocking the bootloader )
  • Phone’s UI changes as per theme applied.
  • Home screen soft icons and status bar changes as per theme applied.
  • One-Hand Keyboard settings in there, so you can type with only hand ( right ).
  • Windows Tethering option is there which allows Xperia Z1 to be paired with Windows 8.1+ PC via Bluetooth. You can connect to the mobile network from your PC without any further settings on your phone.
  • Movies app 5.3.A.0.18 version, Walkman app 8.0.A.0.4 version, Xperia Home 6.1.1.A.0.8 version and Album app version 5.2.A.1.22 though for some apps higher builds were seen in leaked Xperia Z android 4.3 firmware.
  • More Smooth interface, project butter successful.
  • Touch screen more responsive now.
  • Battery life need to test for the time being.
  • Camera pic much better now, less noise was noticed though it is still present there. Camera app UI more smooth now. Change in camera click sound.
  • Stock Email app updated.
  • Xperia Support app present.
  • Better signal reception on 2G, 3G, 4G and Wi-Fi.
  • For Xperia Z Ultra specially Xperia Z1 Sony Smart Camera app now available on it.

For Xperia Z Ultra specially Xperia Z1 Sony Smart Camera app now available on it.

Got AnTuTu score of 36125 points on Xperia Z1 Android 4.314.2.A.0.290 firmware 🙂

Download Xperia Z1 Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware ftf

For all Xperia Z1 Users who have not got Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware update notification yet, can download the ftf file from below link and flash it manually on your Xperia Z1

Download for Xperia Z1 C6903

Below file is extracted from :- Software version 1274-8313_14.2.A.0.290, C6903 LTE BRANDED,  Customisation – 1276-0815_R1B, Vodafone UK

Download C6903_14.2.A.0.290_Vodafone-UK.ftf [ Updated ]
[ via XDA user gregbradley ]

Below file is extracted fro 1274-8313_14.2.A.0.290 EURO – user, C6903 LTE UNBRANDED, Customization Version: 1276-9897_R2B,  Generic NCB

Download C6903_14.2.A.0.290_Generic NCB.part1.rar

Download C6903_14.2.A.0.290_Generic NCB.part2.rar
[ via XDA user Rekoil ]

Download for Xperia Z1 C6902 INDIA

Android version : 4.3
Baseband : 8974-AAAAANAZQ-10270025-26
Kernel : 3.4.0-perf-g4f35567 BuildUser@BuildHost #1 Tue Nov 19 19:53:25 2013

Download Xperia_Z1_C6902_14.2.A.0.290_GLOBAL-HSPA_IN | 948 MB
[ via XDA Legend DooMLoRD ] MD5HASH: d5c1c0aca979436edda4b85283421bd6

Xperia Z1 Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware Update

NOTE :- While flashing, Tick “No final verification” in flashtool. Use Latest flashtool only. To keep your apps, data ; Tick “Exclude data” in flashtool

As soon as we get Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware ftf for Xperia Z1 C6902 we will soon update it here.

Xperia Z Ultra Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware Update

Connect your Xperia Z Ultra to PC companion and look for a notification as shown below to update to  Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware.

Xperia Z Ultra Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware Update

Download Z Ultra Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware ftf

Download C6833_14.2.A.0.290_SG-lte.ftf | 850 MB
[ via XDA user Reb0rn ]

Z Ultra Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware Update

How to Flash manually Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware on Xperia Z1 and Z Ultra ?

Flashing manually don’t require any root or unlocking of bootloader. So juts download the ftf files from above link and proceed as per steps mentioned in below guide.

GUIDE :- How to Flash manually Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware on Xperia Z1 and Z Ultra ?

Meanwhile if any Xperia Z Ultra user has got this Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware update notification, kindly let us know we will update the post ASAP.

Main question we want to ask Xperia Z1 users, IS YELLOW HUE ISSUE STILL THERE IN 4.3 UPDATE ON Z1 ? LET US KNOW…

Drop your comments below on this Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware update, do you like the flavor of it, what changes and bugs you noticed…While commenting do mention for which device you are talking about. If you want us to add more in the changelog, let us know…

Xperia Z1 L39t LTE Released on China Mobile 4G for 4499 Yuan / 740$

Xperia Z1 L39t which was recently spotted on Chins’a TENNA where it’s network license passed showing it supports TD-LTE/TD-SCDMA/GSM formats, OS – Android and support for LTE FDD / WCDMA network capacity and Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan in the international roaming is now official and is not Xperia Z1S instead it is LTE version of Xperia Z1 in China. Sony has officially released Xperia Z1 L39t LTE on China Mobile 4G carrier, bringing the LTE version of Xperia Z1 in China, already available HSPA+ L39h version.

Xperia Z1 L39t LTE will be available in markets at the end of December, beings priced at 4499 Yuan / $740. Only two colors variants Black and Purple will be available for Xperia Z1 L39t LTE on China Mobile 4G carrier.

Let’s see what Xperia Z1 L39t LTE brought for users.

Xperia Z1 L39t LTE opening ceremony in Guangzhou, South China.

Xperia Z1 L39t LTE opening ceremony in Guangzhou, South China.

Xperia Z1 L39t LTE Released on China Mobile 4G for 4499 Yuan / 740$

Xperia Z1 L39t LTE Released on China Mobile 4G for 4499 Yuan 740$

Xperia Z1 L39t LTE – Dimensions and Weight Changed

Xperia Z1 L39t LTE weighs 163 grams and 145.7 x 73.9 x 8.55 mm is dimensions as compared to Xperia Z1 ( C690c/C6903/L39h ) which weighs 170 grams and 144 x 74 x 8.5 mm. So weight and dimensions have been changed and border of phone replaced by electroplating plastic material.

[ Right one is Xperia Z1 L39t and Left one is Xperia Z1 L39h ]

Xperia Z1 L39t LTE - Dimensions and Weight Changed

Xperia Z1 L39t LTE sports no “Sony” logo on the back while “Xperia” logo comes in center of back panel and “China Mobile 4G” logo at the bottom center of back panel.

Xperia Z1 L39t LTE - No Sony logo at back

Xperia Z1 L39t LTE – Change in Position of sensors 

Front Camera is now located on left side while proximity sensor is switched on right side besides a front notification light, exactly like what Xperia Z sports. Clearly look at the pic below comparing both 3G and 4G models of Xperia Z1 showing the difference in location of camera sensors and notification light.

[ On Top is Xperia Z1 L39t and bottom one is Xperia Z1 L39h ]

Xperia Z1 L39t LTE - Change in Position of sensors

Position of secondary microphone from back has been shifted from top to a hole in Xperia Z1 L39t LTE exactly like Xperia Z has.

[ On bottom is Xperia Z1 L39t and Top one is Xperia Z1 L39h ]

Xperia Z1 L39t LTE - Secodary microphone posiiton shifted

3.5 mm headphone jack location is also shifted to somewhat center in Xperia Z1 L39t LTE.

[ On Top is Xperia Z1 L39t and bottom one is Xperia Z1 L39h ]

Xperia Z1 L39t LTE - Headphone jack position shifted

No changes have been made to side profile of Xperia Z1 L39t LTE as when compared to Xperia Z1 L39h.

As far as technical specifications are concerned for Xperia Z1 L39t LTE, they are similar as Xperia Z1 L39t. Same TFT panel, TRILUMINOS Display 5″ FULL HD, X-Reality for Mobile, Snapdragon 800 SoC, Adreno 330 GPU, 21 MP cam.

Android 4.2.2 14.1.M.0.177 firmware running on Xperia Z1 L39t LTE, though today we saw Sony rolling officially  Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware update on Xperia Z1 and Z Ultra.

Android 4.2.2 OS running on Xperia Z1 L39t LTE

In network options, there are two modes available to choose from.

2 network options in Xperia Z1 L39t LTE

It’s good that Sony has released Xperia Z1 L39t LTE version in China as users are now complaining in Asian countries that Sony should also 4G LTE powered handsets here without carriers.

It is very much speculated now that we may see international version of Xperia Z1 L39t as Xperia Z1S at CES 2014 where Sony will hold its press conference on 6 Jan 2014.

[ via – EPrice CN ] Thanks Ben 🙂

Xperia Z1 C6916 LTE Version listed on Sony Mobile Canada Website

Mysterious Xperia Z1 C6916 LTE version marks it presence today officially, which was previously speculated as T-Mobile LTE version of Xperia Z1 for US is now officially listed by Sony Mobile Canada website. Xperia Z1 C6916 LTE Version is seen on Sony Mobile Global product page for Canada and is available for purchase over carriers viz. Bell, Rogers and Telus and via official Sony Canada store.

At present in US, HSPA+ version of Xperia Z1 C6902 is being launched and users are eagerly waiting for LTE version ( probably on T-Mobile ). Sony Mobile US page has no listing of Xperia Z1 C6916 LTE Version yet.

Check below the listing of Xperia Z1 C6916 LTE Version Sony Mobile Global product page for Canada.

[ *CLICK on Images to ZOOM ]

Xperia Z1 C6916 LTE Version listed on Sony Mobile Canada Website

Though Xperia Z1 C6916 LTE Version is listed for purchase on Sony Canada store but, the listing shows unfortunately “Xperia Z Ultra” pic and the name as “Xperia Z1”, possibly an error or it is currently updating.

Xperia Z1 C6916 LTE Version on Sony Canada store
Just a while ago we spotted Xperia Z1 C6916 LTE Version on AnTuTu Benchmark, and it scored 34256 points.

Xperia C6916 Benchmark Scores T Mobile LTE xperia Z1

Interestingly Xperia Z1 C6916 LTE Version was listed as “Xperia Z1 TMO US ( C6916 ) on Bluetooth SIG website a lot ago which indicates that it may come on T-Mobile as LTE version but at present listed only for Canada.

Finally mystery of Xperia Z1 C6916 LTE Version has been solved but the issue is that will same model also be seen in US also, time will tell that for sure. Stay tuned as soon as we get any info regarding LTE version of Xperia Z1 in US, we will update the post.

[ via – Sony Mobile CN, Sony Store ]

Sony D5503, Xperia Z1S, Xperia Z1 C6916 AnTuTu Benchmark Scores Leaks

Recently we saw Sony D5503 speculated as international version of Xperia Z1 F SO-02F passing through FCC which confirmed officially it’s codename as Xperia Amami and running android 4.3 14.2.A.0.144 firmware. While the exact model name of this device is still a mystery. Some call it Xperia Z1S but now it seems Xperia Z1S and Sony D5503 are tow different devices as seen from the images.

Sony’s press conference at CES 2014 is scheduled on 6 Jan 2014 and at that time it is expected that Sony may officially launch Xperia Z1S ( Facelift version of Xperia Z1 ) and Sony D5503 ( aka Xperia Z1 Mini, global version ), in the midst of it just now alleged AnTuTu benchmark scores of both devices have been leaked somehow.

Sony D5503 / Xperia Z1 Mini scores 34193 Points on AnTuTu Benchmark

34193 Points benchmark of Sony D5503 / Xperia Z1 Mini clearly shows that device is a powerhouse, most probably with specification as what Xperia Z1 F SO-02F features; Snapdragon 800 SoC.

Sony D5503 Xperia Z1 Mini scores 34193 Points on AnTuTu Benchmark

Xperia Z1S ( Facelift of Xperia Z1 ) scores 35485 Points on AnTuTu Benchmark

Xperia Z1S is expected as a facelift version of Xperia Z1, when seen in leaked images location of ports and headphone jack was different and even phone was much taller than Xperia Z1. It scores 35485 points on AnTuTu benchmark clearly stating Snapdragon 800 SoC and similar specks like Xperia Z1.

Xperia Z1S ( Facelift of Xperia Z1 ) scores 35485 Points on AnTuTu Benchmark

Just now we ran AnTuTu Benchmark on our Xperia Z1 C6902, and it scored a whooping 36257 points, so all three devices have their AnTuTu Benchmark points around same range and there is not point of saying that Xperia Z1 lags.

Below AnTuTu benchmark score is of our Xperia Z1 C6902.

Xperia Z1 C6902 scores 36257 in AnTuTu Benchamrk

Xperia Z1 C6916 ( Speculated as LTE Xperia Z1 US Version ) scores 34256 Points on AnTuTu Benchmark

While going through AnTuTu Benchmark results, we came across a device Xperia C6916, which is speculated as Xperia Z1 LTE US version. Check AnTuTu Benchmark result of Xperia C6916 below.

Xperia C6916 Benchmark Scores T Mobile LTE xperia Z1

It seems that now launch of Sony D5503 and Xperia Z1S is not very far, we may see one or both devices getting launched at CES 2014.

[ Z1S Benchmark via Digi-Wo ] Thanks Ben 🙂

Movies app 5.3.A.0.18 and Video Unlimited app 8.0.B.0.8 Update Rolling on Xperia Z1, Z Ultra, Z, ZL, ZR, L

In recent leaked Android 4.3 10.4.B.0.569 firmware for Xperia Z and ZL we saw new Movies app 5.3.A.0.18 version and here it comes officially on android 4.2.2 Xperia Z devices and Xperia L. Sony rolled out Movies app 5.3.A.0.18 and Video Unlimited app 8.0.B.0.8 version update on Xperia Z1, Z Ultra, Z, ZL, ZR and Xperia L. Like this we hope new Album app 5.2.A.1.26 version may be rolled out soon.

Movies app 5.3.A.0.18 update brings major changes for Sony’s Movies app. Both updates available only via update center app as an OTA, look for a notification as shown below for updating movies app and video unlimited app. Sony’s Video Unlimited app is available over some regions only so you might not see the notification for it.

Movies app 5.3.A.0.18 and Video Unlimited app 8.0.B.0.8 Update

Movies app 5.3.A.0.18 Update – Features / Changelog

As per changelog mentioned in update notification from Sony :-

  • Access to new Video Unlimited app’s features.
  • High quality audio and video enhancement.
  • UI enhancement.
  • Attractive banner design and faster access to home network devices.

What we noticed…

  • In Settings menu of Movies app 5.3.A.0.18, you see two new options of “Enabling Subtitles” and “Background Playback” of video while you are using another app.

Settings menu of Movies app 5.3.A.0.18, you see two new options of Enabling Subtitles and Background Playback

Download Movies app 5.3.A.0.18

Below app is extracted from our Xperia Z1 C6902

Download com.sonyericsson.video.apk | 9.62 MB

Download Movies app 5.3.A.0.18

Download above app and install it like normal app on your Xperia handset running android 4.2.2.

Video Unlimited app 8.0.B.0.8  – Features / Changelog

No major changes noticed in this update, neither any visual changes.

As per changelog mentioned in update notification from Sony :-

  • Rent or purchase what you have selected to watch.
  • Latest motives and TV shows directly available on your enables devices.

Download Video Unlimited app 8.0.B.0.8

Below app is extracted from our Xperia Z1 C6902

Download com.sony.snei.vu.apk | 5.71 MB

Download Video Unlimited app 8.0.B.0.8

Try downloading both apps on your devices and do let us know if it works on your Xperia handset not mentioned above. Drop your comments if you notice any other changes in the app.

Sony releases Android 4.4.1 AOSAP binaries for Xperia L,S,Z,ZL,Tablet Z

Officially it might take very long to get android 4.4 KitKat update on already mentioned Xperia devices from Sony but Xperia devices have recently got love from many developers. XDA devs have contributed for almost every Xperia device to get unofficially CyanogenMod 11 Android 4.4 KitKat build on them even the 2011 Xperia devices have got it.

In past Sony has released AOSP binaries for Xperia Z, ZL and Tablet Z and now Xperia L and Xperia S have been added to the list. Yes Sony has officially released  Android 4.4 AOSAP binaries for Xperia L, S , Z, ZL, Tablet Z. Build available is KRT16O.S3.1044 ( android 4.4 KitKat ).

If you are a developer or want to contribute in making AOSP ROMs for above mentioned devices, download the binaries and start developing today 🙂

AOSP for Xperia  L – Android 4.4.1

Download AOSP binaries for Xperia L
AOSP for Xperia L project on GitHub.

AOSP for Xperia  Z – Android 4.4.1

Download AOSP binaries for Xperia Z
AOSP for Xperia L project on GitHub.

AOSP for Xperia  ZL – Android 4.4.1

Download AOSP binaries for Xperia ZL
AOSP for Xperia ZL project on GitHub.

AOSP for Xperia  Tablet Z – Android 4.4.1

Download AOSP binaries for Xperia Tablet Z
AOSP for Xperia Tablet Z project on GitHub.

AOSP for Xperia  S – Android 4.4.1

Download AOSP binaries for Xperia S
AOSP for Xperia S project on GitHub.

We hope to see some great builds from developer community for all above devices and hope more will be added soon. It is pretty weird Xperia Z1 and Z Ultra is missing from the list. Probably after android 4.3 update on Xperia Z1, broken camera bug after unlocking the bootloader on Xperia Z1 will be fixed.

Are you excited Xperia L and Xperia S users, drop your comments.

Sony’s CES 2014 Press conference on January 6, 2014 at Las Vegas

In less than a month we are going to see some new products from Sony, it has been confirmed now that Sony will have a press conference on January 6, 2014 at Las Vegas, before the opening day of CES 2014 event from Jan 7-10 2014. It’s a big news last time ( CES 2013 ) we saw Sony launching the Xperia Z and Xperia ZL.

This time at CES 2014 it is rumored that Sony Mobiles may come up with Xperia Z1s ( the facelift version of Xperia Z1 ) and the Xperia Z1 Mini ( global version ) which is speculated as Sony D5503 model codenamed as Xperia Amamai, nothing is final yet though.

Sony's CES 2014 Press conference on January 6, 2014 at Las Vegas

Are you excited about Sony’s CES 2014 event, yes we are very much 🙂 Who knows we may also see Wi-Fi version of Xperia Z Ultra also. It’s just some days more.

Watch Sony’s CES 2014 Press Conference Live, 6 Jan at 5pm in Las Vegas

Stay tuned as soon as the event comes up, we will post the live video streaming of Sony’s press conference at CES 2014 on our blog.

[ Source – CES 2014 ]

Download Xperia Z and ZL Android 4.3 10.4.B.0.569 firmware ftf Leaked

We mentioned a few days back that a 10.4.B.X.XXX firmware build will come as android 4.3 on Xperia Z, ZL, ZR and Tablet Z and here it comes, yes just now XDA legends DooMLorRD and Androxyde leaked the “Commercial & Journalists” version of Android 4.3 10.4.B.0.569 firmware for Xperia Z and ZL respectively. Android 4.3 10.4.B.0.569 firmware has not been certified yet on PTCRB but it was about to release as per our sources and here comes the final build of Android 4.3 10.4.B.0.569 firmware.

Android 4.3 10.4.B.0.569 firmware is tagged as “Commercial and Journalist” version which is normally given to developers for testing various issues and now you can download it on your Xperia Z and Xperia ZL and you will come to know what you will be getting very when Sony rolls it officially.

[ UPDATE – 23 DEC ]

Xperia Z, ZL, ZR, Tablet Z Android 4.3 10.4.B.0.569 firmware Rolling Officially – White UI, New Smart Camera app and Xperia Themes

Android 4.3 10.4.B.0.569 firmware Features / Changelog

In short Android 4.3 10.4.B.0.569 firmware on Xperia Z and ZL brought all features and UI what Xperia Z1 has in android 4.2.2 firmware.

  • White UI just like what Xperia Z1 has on Android 4.2.2 firmware.
  • New Camera app similar to Xperia Z1.
  • New Xperia home 6.1.2.A.0.1 version.
  • New Album app 5.2.A.1.26 version.
  • New Movies app 5.3.A.0.18 version.
  • New themes and wallpapers just like Xperia Z1.
  • You can choose new themes now, as there is “+” option tapping on it, you can download some cool themes from Sony Select app where the navigation bar and status  bar color changes like to “blue” and the soft keys icons also.
  • New keyboard app.
  • No X-Reality for mobile, same old Bravia Engine 2 is there.
  • Performance enhancement and Bug fixing.
  • Screen calibrated for more brighter display.
  • Battery life, need to test it.

If you want to install the Android 4.3 10.4.B.0.569 firmware on Xperia Z and Xperia ZL, let us tell you how to do that. Some things you need to know before doing it.

Note :- Not the official release, it will be rolled out soon via PC Companion. Leaked Version.

Download Xperia Z Android 4.3 10.4.B.0.569 firmware ftf

Works on both C6602 and C6603

Download C6603_10.4.B.0.569_Commercial_And_Journalists.ftf | 790.39 MB
MD5 Sum: c71e7f1f0a4c548970426f0c702a1335

Xperia Z Android 4.3 10.4.B.0.569 firmware

 Download Xperia ZL Android 4.3 10.4.B.0.569 firmware ftf

Works on both C6503 and C6502

 Download C6503_10.4.B.0.569_Commercial_And_Journalists.ftf | 790.39 MB

How to flash manually  Android 4.3 10.4.B.0.569 firmware ftf on Xperia Z and Xperia ZL ?

Note :- No Root Needed. Works on both Locked/Unlocked bootloaders. Below mentioned guide is for Xperia Z1 and is similar for Xperia Z and ZL also.

Guide :- How to flash 10.4.B.0.569 firmware on Xperia Z and ZL ?

So update to new Android 4.3 10.4.B.0.569  firmware and let us know what new features you got in your Xperia Z and Xperia ZL. It will take some time now as when this firmware comes officially on Xperia Z and Xperia ZL.

Drop your comments below if you face any difficulties in flashing the ftf files of Android 4.3 10.4.B.0.569  firmware, we will help you out.

Xperia Amami / Sony D5503 passes on FCC running android 4.3 14.2.A.0.144 firmware

Sony Xperia Amami has just been passed though FCC, well wondering which device is Xperia Amami. Well if rumors are to be believed Sony D5503 model which is speculated as Xperia Z1 Mini whose global model name is still not seen anywhere. There are rumors that Xperia Z1s is the international mini version of Xperia Z1 but if sources are to be believed like the pic leaked by Evleaks, Xperia Z1s may land as LTE version of Xperia Z1 in US which is expected to come out as model number C6916.

On FCC Xperia Amami is seen as 129 x 64.9mm in dimensions as exactly similar to pics of Sony D5503 model where front cam was on extreme right side and sensors on extreme left side. It is also noticed that it is running as android 4.3 14.2.A.0.144 firmware, though many lower builds of that firmware were also seen.

Check the dimension pic of Xperia Amami. Notice the headphone jack position, it is exactly similar to what Sony D5503 model have so it seems Xperia Amami is Sony D5503.

dimension pic of Xperia Amami on FCC

Xperia Amami seen on android 4.3 14.2.A.0.144 firmware.

Xperia Amami seen on android 4.3 14.2.A.0.144 firmware.

In past we have seen many pics of Sony D5503 model besides Xperia Z1 and in one annotation it reads it may not be called as Xperia Z1s. The name of Xperia Z1 Mini / Sony D5503 model is still a mystery which be only be revealed by Sony very soon hopefully.

Let us know what do you think on this matter of speculated model numbers.

[ Source – FCC ] Thanks Ben 🙂

Sony Z Ultra Google Play Edition Listed for $649 in US Play Store – Unlocked GSM/UMTS/HSPA+/LTE

As most us know that Google has started selling high-end devices by other manufacturers such as HTC, Samsung (other than Nexus) as Google Play Edition(GPE) Devices, which comes with latest firmware version along with NO bloatware or custom skins from manufacturers. Google have recently added 2 new devices to that list. One being an offspring of Sony Xperia family namely Xperia Z Ultra and the other one being LG G pad 8.3. This may come as surprise for many Xperia fans, Sony  has just launched “Sony Z Ultra Google Play Edition”. Yes you read it correctly, the first Snapdragon 800 powered device from Sony is now officially listed in US Google Play Store for $649, a contract free version. Previously we have seen Galaxy S4 and HTC One’s Google Play Edition and now Sony has introduced its first Google Play Edition device running android 4.4 KitKat out of the box.

Sony Z Ultra Google Play Edition is available ( shipping free, Black color only ) with unlocked GSM/UMTS/HSPA+/LTE (700, 850, 900, 1700, 1900, 2100, 2600 MHz) bands, pretty much available to US users only for the time being. The best thing about Sony Z Ultra Google Play Edition is that it will retain Sony’s trademark features like Bravia Engine, TRILUMINOS Display and X-Reality for Mobile and Exmor RS sensor it present in camera, so you retain all features of Xperia Z Ultra except the UI which will be much more like Nexus devices now.

Fredrik Ekstrand, Head of Software Product Management at Sony Mobile made a statement on Sony Z Ultra Google Play Edition :

“Bringing our first Google Play edition device to the US market represents a milestone in Sony’s on-going developer outreach and work with Google’s Android Open Source Project” says Fredrik. “It’s something our users have been asking for, and now we’re responding – we’re excited to gauge reaction to the latest Android version running natively on our unique product’s hardware”

Have a look at the pics posted on Google Play Store running stock android 4.4 KitKat.

Unfortunately there is no “Xperia” branding on phone anymore.

No Xperia Branding on Sony Z Ultra Google Play Edition

Sony Z Ultra Google Play Edition – Video from Sony Developer Team

Now you don’t need to wait for android updates from Sony on Sony Z Ultra Google Play Edition as it will come with android 4.4 KitKat though recently Google rolled bug fixing Android 4.4.1 and android 4.4.2 updates for Nexus 4, Nexus 5, Nexus 7 and Nexus 10 and official android 4.3 update from Sony on Xperia Z Ultra is still due though android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware was certified recently.

This is a very good step from Sony Mobile in building good relations with Google. Sony Z Ultra Google Play Edition is a bit late though, Samsung and HTC introduced their flagship devices on Google Play Edition very earlier than Sony but something is better than nothing, finally Sony came up. Hoping some day we might see Sony Google Nexus edition also.

We would also like to see Xperia Z1 on Google Play Edition, Do you ? Let us know, drop your comments below.

Download Android 4.4.2 KOT49H OTA update zip on Nexus 4 manually

Another update by Google, Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update has just landed. Nexus 7 2012, Nexus 7 2013, Nexus 10 and Nexus 5 have already been confirmed with Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update and now it has finally come to Nexus 4 also. Though its minor bug fixing update for Nexus 4 but it brought some camera improvement for Nexus 5.

Android 4.4.2 KOT49H OTA zip packages are available for download for Nexus 4 from Google, so if you have not got notification yet, you can install it manually.

Android 4.4.2 KOT49H Update for Nexus 4

Look for a notification of Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update on your Nexus 4.

Android 4.4.2 KOT49H Update for Nexus 4

Features / Changelog

As written in Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update notification :-

  • Bug fixes and performance enhancement.

Download the signed OTA package zip from below and install it manually on your Nexus 4 using “adb sideload” method.

GUIDE :- How to use “adb sideload” method to manually update Nexus device without rooting or using custom recovery ?

Download if coming from Android 4.4.1 KOT49E to Android 4.4.2 KOT49H

Download signed-occam-KOT49H-from-KOT49E.0ec632f5.zip

Download if coming from Android 4.4 KRT16S to Android 4.4.2 KOT49H

Download signed-occam-KOT49H-from-KRT16S.4f6d2fc7.zip

About Phone of Android 4.4.2 KOT49H OTA update Nexus 4

 If you have downloaded  Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update on your Nexus 4, let us know what changes you noticed. Are you still experiencing the bugs, drop your comments below.

Download Android 4.4.2 KOT49H OTA update zip on Nexus 10 Manually

Android 4.4.2 KOT49H has just been confirmed on Nexus 10 tablet also by many users. Previously Nexus 4, 5, 7 ( 2013 , 2012 ) tablet users were reporting about getting Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update on their device and now it has finally landed on Nexus 10 tablet also. Google has rolled out Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update as a bug fixing update over previous Android 4.4.1 KOT49E build.

Android 4.4.2 KOT49H OTA zip package is now available foe download if you haven’t got notification yet, then you can just manually update your Nexus 10 tablet.

Android 4.4.2 KOT49H Update for Nexus 10 Tablet

Check in your update system area, you must have notification of Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update on your Nexus 10 tablet like this.

Android 4.4.2 KOT49H Update for Nexus 10 Tablet

Features / Changelog

As written in Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update notification :-

  • Bug fixes and performance enhancement.

Download the signed OTA package zip from below and install it manually on your Nexus 10 tablet using “adb sideload” method.

GUIDE :- How to use “adb sideload” method to manually update Nexus device without rooting or using custom recovery ?

Download if coming from Android 4.4.1 KOT49E to Android 4.4.2 KOT49H

Download signed-mantaray-KOT49H-from-KOT49E.f9195e9c.zip

Download if coming from Android 4.4 KRT16S to Android 4.4.2 KOT49H

Download signed-mantaray-KOT49H-from-KRT16S.1df84726.zip

About Phone of Android 4.4.2 KOT49H OTA update on Nexus 10

Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update has not brought much for any Nexus device except Nexus 5 but still some improvements are there under the hood.

Update your device today and let us know what changes you notice in this new Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update. Drop your comments below.

Download Android 4.4.2 KOT49H OTA update zip on Nexus 7 2012 3G,Wi-Fi Model manually

Android 4.4.2 KOT49H has stepped up, second bug fixing update from Google on Nexus devices. Fortunately all variants of Nexus viz. Google Nexus 4, 5 and Nexus 7 ( 2012 , 2013 ), Nexus 10 tablet has been updated with this Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update. Android 4.4.2 KOT49H has brought some camera improvement and minor bug fixing update on Nexus 5 while for other devices it seems only a minor bug fixing update.

Google has made OTA zip package of Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update available for download and install manually on Nexus 7 2012 3G and Wi-Di model. Download packages from below links if you have not got OTA notification yet.

Android 4.4.2 KOT49H Update for Nexus 7 2012 Tablet

Android 4.4.2 KOT49H build available for both 3G and Wi-Fi model.

Android 4.4.2 KOT49H Update for Nexus 7 2012 Tablet

Features / Changelog

As written in Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update notification :-

  • Bug fixes and performance enhancement.

Download the signed OTA package zip from below and install it manually on your Nexus 7 2012 using “adb sideload” method.

GUIDE :- How to use “adb sideload” method to manually update Nexus device without rooting or using custom recovery ?

# For Nexus 7 2012 Wi-Fi

Download if coming from Android 4.4 KRT16S to Android 4.4.2 KOT49H

Download signed-nakasi-KOT49H-from-KRT16S.d72d1413.zip

# For Nexus 7 2012 3G

Download if coming from Android 4.4 KRT16S to Android 4.4.2 KOT49H

Download signed-nakasig-KOT49H-from-KRT16S.11dca0a5.zip

Update your Nexus 7 2012 tablet today on Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update. Users are facing some battery issue with more screen time so if you have downloaded it and installed, let us know was it worth ?

Drop your comments below.

Download Android 4.4.2 KOT49H OTA update zip on Nexus 7 2013 LTE,Wi-Fi Model manually

Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update came very fast, just now spotted on Google Nexus 4, 5, 7 ( 2012 ), 7 ( 2013 ) and 10. In no time Google rolled Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update as a bug fixing update over previous Android 4.4.1 KOT49E update. No major improvement was seen in Android 4.4.1 KOT49E  update on Nexus 7 2013 tablet.

OTA update zip packages for Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update are available for download and manually installing on Nexus 7 2013 LTE and Wi-Fi model. Download the signed packages from below links.

Android 4.4.2 KOT49H Update for Nexus 7 2013 Tablet

Download packages are available for both models Wi-Fi as well as LTE.

Android 4.4.2 KOT49H OTA update on Nexus 7 2013 LTE version

Features / Changelog

As written in Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update notification :-

  • Bug fixes and performance enhancement.

Download the signed OTA package zip from below and install it manually on your Nexus 7 2013 using “adb sideload” method.

GUIDE :- How to use “adb sideload” method to manually update Nexus device without rooting or using custom recovery ?

# For Nexus 7 2013 Wi-Fi

Download if coming from Android 4.4.1 KOT49E to Android 4.4.2 KOT49H

Download signed-razor-KOT49H-from-KOT49E.53b653b9.zip

Download if coming from Android 4.4 KRT16S to Android 4.4.2 KOT49H

Download signed-razor-KOT49H-from-KRT16S.6216288d.zip

# For Nexus 7 2013 LTE

Download if coming from Android 4.4.1 KOT49E to Android 4.4.2 KOT49H

Download signed-razorg-KOT49H-from-KOT49E.8acb05ed.zip

Download if coming from Android 4.4 KRT16S to Android 4.4.2 KOT49H

Download signed-razorg-KOT49H-from-KRT16S.f221553a.zip

About Phone of Android 4.4.2 KOT49H OTA update on Nexus 7 2013 LTE version

Ghost Touch bug has been rectified in Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update on our Nexus 7 2013 Tablet. Volume Slider is also working now.

If you have updated your Nexus 7 2013 Tablet on Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update, then let us know your reviews on it. Are you still facing bugs on it, drop your comments below stating the bugs and improvements you noticed on it.

Download Android 4.4.2 KOT49H OTA update zip for Nexus 5 manually

Within such a short time period Google rolled Android 4.4.1 KOT49E update as a bug fixing update for Android 4.4 KitKat and just now we can confirm that Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update is also rolling for Nexus devices. Android 4.4.2 KOT49H has been confirmed on Google Nexus 4, Nexus 5, Nexus 7 2012 ( Wi-Fi , 3G Models ), Nexus 7 2013 ( Wi-Fi. LTE Models ) and Nexus 10 tablet by many users.

Some are directly getting Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update from Android 4.4 and some are getting from android 4.4.1 KOT49E build. OTA package for Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update for above mentioned Nexus devices are now available for download and manual installation.

Android 4.4.2 KOT49H Update for Google Nexus 5

As like  Android 4.4.1 KOT49E update was basically rolled to lift the bugs in Nexus 5 and it’s camera same is the case with Android 4.4.2 KOT49H, it is basically rolled for it.

Android 4.4.2 KOT49H Update for Google Nexus 5

Features / Changelog

As written in Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update notification :-

  • Improves Nexus 5 camera with faster shooting ( less shutter lag and motion blur ).
  • Faster and more accurate focusing.
  • Screen calibrated for more better white color.
  • Bug fixes and performance enhancement

Features Noticed by Us

  • More Free RAM now.
  • Camcorder is Dark now.
  • Ops App giving FC error.

Download the signed OTA package zip from below and install it manually on your Nexus 5 using “adb sideload” method.

GUIDE :- How to use “adb sideload” method to manually update Nexus device without rooting or using custom recovery ?

Download if coming from Android 4.4.1 KOT49E to Android 4.4.2 KOT49H

Download signed-hammerhead-KOT49H-from-KOT49E.537367d5.zip 

Download if coming from Android 4.4 KRT16M to Android 4.4.2 KOT49H

Download signed-hammerhead-KOT49H-from-KRT16M.b3d1f307.zip

About phone of Nexus 5 Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update

If you have updated your Nexus 5 on Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update then let us know do you find any improvement in Camera or is it same just like before.

Google pushing Android 4.4.2 KOT49H update in such a short interval of time clearly indicates that there ares till bugs present on Nexus 5 firmware. Drop your comments below.

Walkman app version 8.0.A.0.4 Minor Update for Xperia Z, Z1, ZL, Z Ultra Rolling

A few days back we saw Walkman app version 8.0.A.0.3 update being rolled on Xperia Z1, Z Ultra, Z and ZL devices. Being a major Walkman app update it brought new playlist features like  “newly added songs” etc. and just now a new Walkman app version 8.0.A.0.4 minor update has been rolled out. We just spotted it on our Xperia Z1 C6902. Walkman app version 8.0.A.0.4 update is confirmed rolling on Xperia Z1, Z Ultra, Z and ZL so far. It’s only a minor bug fixing update as the build number has just increased by a decimal point. Check for a notification in update center as shown below.

Walkman app version 8.0.A.0.4 Minor Update for Xperia Z, Z1, ZL, Z Ultra Rolling

Download Walkman app version 8.0.A.0.4 update

Below app is extracted from Xperia Z1 C6902.

Download com.sonyericsson.music-2.apk | 14 MB

Download Walkman app version 8.0.A.0.4 update

Install the above apk file on your android 4.2.2 powered Xperia Z1, Z Ultra, Z, ZL, ZR and Xperia L, it should work smoothly on thesse handsets.

If the above app runs on any other Xperia device, do let us know below in comments.

Xperia Z1 and Z Ultra Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware Certified

As predicted by us that a 14.2.A.0.2XX firmware will land as android 4.3 on both Xperia Z1 and Xperia Z Ultra and more specifically we mentioned “14.2.A.0.290” firmware and here it comes. Finally PTCRB has certified android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware for both Xperia Z1 and Z Ultra on their site and most importantly the same firmware build is certified for both phones like previously Sony rolled out same firmware build on Xperia Z, ZL, ZR and Tablet Z.

[ UPDATE – 16 December ]

Xperia Z1 and Z Ultra Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware Update Rolling Officially

All variants of Xperia Z1 C6902/C6903/C6906/C6943 have been certified with Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware on PTCRB website yesterday. As per our sources the Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware is still in testing and should come within 1-2 week before the employees leave for Christmas Holiday.

Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware Xperia Z1

Another android 4.3 14.2.C.X.X firmware build is running on mysterious Xperia Z1 C6916 device which is expected to be unreleased LTE version of Xperia Z1 in US.

Meanwhile same Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware has also been certified for Xperia Z Ultra C6843 on PTCRB website, though no firmware has been certified for Xperia Z Ultra C6802/3 yet. Yesterday we saw that Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 OTA update notification on a Xperia Z Ultra ( may be a developer handset ).

Z Ultra Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware Certified

Above certification clearly suggests that now Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware is not so far from rolling out officially on Xperia Z1 and Z Ultra.

We will keep you posted as soon as it comes, do let us know if you have spotted above firmware rolling out on your devices.

[ via – PTCRB 1,2 ]

Leaks says LG V510 is a Nexus Tablet – Nexus 8 or Nexus 10 2nd Generation update ?

A few days ago we saw leaked LG V510 manual which showed that is measures 216.8 x 126.5 x 8.3 mm with 8.3-inch display, 1920 x 1200 pixels resolution which certainly makes it a 8 inch device, well probably a tablet. Just now the legendary EvLeaks posted on their Twitter page confirming that “LG V510 is indeed a Nexus Tablet”.

Well it sparked new rumors about new Nexus 8 tablet and a 2nd generation Nexus 10 tablet. Let’s see what EvLeaks has got on LG V510.

Database entry shows “USG/GOOGLE_OPEN_16G (UNITED STATES)” under code “Buyer”.

At present nothing can be said about the existence of  LG V510 but if the  leaked service manual of LG V510 is to believed it’s a 8 inch device so we may see Nexus 8 tablet soon and under the markings of LG this time, not ASUS or SAMSUNG.

No specific info yet, as soon it comes we will keep you posted. Excited about Nexus 8, yes we too.

[ via @Evleaks Twitter | Ringer’s Blue Men ]

How to use “adb sideload” method to manually update Nexus device without rooting or using custom recovery ?

Android 4.4 KitKat came and then its bug fixing android 4.4.1 KOT49E update came for Google Nexus 4, 5 and on Nexus 7 2013 ( Wi-Fi, LTE model ), Nexus 10 tablet. It was in actual rolled to update some major issues on Google Nexus 5 especially it’s camera app and in process of that Google also rolled for above mentioned devices.

Well there may be a case that you don’t receive any OTA update notification for an update ( even it is released for a long time ) in that case you need to manually flash the update package file on your respective device which Google release normally after an update everytime. Today we will tell you how to use “adb sideload” method to manually update Nexus device without rooting or using custom recovery ?

How to use “adb sideload” method to manually update Nexus device ?

It is “STANDARD” guide, which can be used on any Nexus device like Nexus 5, Nexus 4, Nexus 7 and Nexus10 to update it manually.

We are considering that you are on stock android ROM and have unlocked/locked bootloader.

NOTE :- No need of Rooting or custom recovery in this process. In recovery “volume buttons” are used to navigate and “power button” to select.

  • You must have the latest version of “adb“. Download it from given below link and then extract on your PC.

Download Platform-Tools.zip | 1.10 Mb

  • Download the respective OTA package of your device ( ex like OTA.zip ). Rename the file as “update.zip“. Place it in same folder “Platform-Tools” as where “adb” is placed.
  • Enable USB Debugging on your device, to do that go to settings >developer options > enable USB Debugging. After enabling it, connect your device to PC.
  • Now navigate back to same folder “Platform-Tools” and in above folder directory path type “cmd” and press enter option.

How to use adb sideload method to manually update Nexus device

  • Command Prompt box should open now, Is it ? If yes, proceed below…

use adb sideload method to manually update Nexus device

  • Type “adb devices”. You will see your device listed on the command prompt screen as shown below.
  • Type the command “adb reboot recovery“.

Rebooting Nexus in adb recovery mode

  • Your respective nexus device will now reboot in recovery. Device reboots, see Google white logo ? Yes, good.
  • As device reboots in recovery you will notice an android laying down with a black exclamation mark inside red logo and “No command” written below it, exactly at that moment “press power and volume up button together” and release them. Now you are in stock recovery of your device. List of four menus will be displayed.

Stock Recovery Option in Nexus 7 2013 Android 4.4 KRT16S

  • Menu Appears ? Yes, then select “apply update from adb” by using volume down button and press power button to select it.
  • Now in your PC’s command prompt box, type command “adb sideload update.zip“. This will load the file and updating process begins.
  • As soon as update finishes reboot the device.

Note :- To avoid the error of “adb sideload device not found”. As when connected your device to PC after enabling USB debugging, Navigate to “Platform-Tools” folder and open command prompt and type command “adb devices“, if your device is successfully connected you will get a result like your <device serial number> device.

What if installation fails ?

If installation of update.zip file fails in sideload  method then don’t panic, just press power button for a while until device turns off and then press again to reboot it normal mode.

We sincerely hope that by following above steps you will be able to successfully update your nexus device. If you are stuck on any step, just leave a comment we will help you out.

As android 4.4.1 KOT49E update packages are already out and if you are looking to update your Google Nexus 4, 5, 7 and 10 then you can download the update packages from below.

Drop your comments below if you need any help regarding updating your Nexus device manually by using adb sideload method, we will sure help you.

Download Android 4.4.1 KOT49E update on Nexus 7 Wi-Fi 2013 Manually

Android 4.4.1 has finally landed up in Google Nexus camp and Google Nexus 4, 5, 7 2013 LTE, 10 tablet has already seen it in form of KOT49E build. Google Nexus 5 users complained a lot about camera app and soon Google came up with this Android 4.4.1 KOT49E update but it was seen that camera update was only for Nexus 5 users, no such improvement was seen in Nexus 4,Nexus 7 2013 LTE tablet and Nexus 10.

Google has now made available Android 4.4.1 KOT49E update packages for all devices on which it was meant to be rolled and now available for Nexus 7 Wi-Fi 2013 version. If you own a Nexus 7 Wi-Fi ( 16/32GB) 2013 model then you can manually update your device by downloading package from below links.

Download Android 4.4.1 KOT49E update package for Nexus 7 Wi-Fi 2013

Download signed-razor-KOT49E-from-KRT16S.90745e15.zip | 52.76 MB

How to Install Android 4.4.1 KOT49E update package for Nexus 7 Wi-Fi 2013 ?

Just follow our standard guide on how to update a Nexus device manually and it will be all done very easily.

GUIDE :- How to use “adb sideload” method to manually update Nexus device without rooting or using custom recovery ?

Just install above Android 4.4.1 KOT49E update package on your Nexus 7 Wi-Fi 2013 model and enjoy the new Android 4.4 KitKat version. Many users are claiming “ghost touch” and “multi-touch” bug on Nexus 7 2013 after KitKat update including us.

Update your device and let us know which bugs you are facing on your Nexus 7 Wi-Fi 2013 model, drop your comments below.

KitKat sent Old Nexus 7 2012 Tablet to Indian KitKat Nexus Promo Winners while shipped New Nexus 7 2013 Tablet everywhere

As when android 4.4 KitKat was announced by Google officially, their cooperation with KitKat came into light, at the same time Nestle KitKat launched a “KitKat Nexus Promo” worldwide where they mentioned they will get some lucky winners “new Nexus 7 Tablet”. A similar promotion was also running in India and now a few days back Nestle KitKat announced winners of that promo.

It has come to light as winners are stating that KitKat is giving away old generation Nexus 7 2012 Tablet to all winners in India sadly. Let us dig a bit deeper into this matter. KitKat launched this contest in India 27th September 2013 to 22nd November 2013 and stated as “1000 winners will be given as new Nexus 7 Tablet”. Though in there terms and conditions it was not stated that Nexus 7 2013 Tablet will be given but then why Nestle KitKat gave Nexus 7 2013 tablet everywhere except in India, is this deal fair ?

KitKat India cheated winners by giving Nexus 7 2012 Tablet.!

In all the promotion done by KitKat in India showed images of Nexus 7 2013 tablet but what users are getting is Nexus 7 2012 Tablet. Winners in US of this promotion has received Nexus 7 2013 tablet, have a look at the image posted by such user.

KitKat gave Nexus 7 2013 to US Winners

While the winners in India of this contest have been given Nexus 7 2012 tablet, is it fair ? Let’s see what an user “Shravan Bhatt” posted in a Facebook group which has been started to take up this cause.

KitKat’s response on this issue

Is it fair for such a brand to act like this. Well in frustration many users asked the same question to KitKat India Twitter account and what they responded to all is “We hear you’re unhappy. Winners got the Nexus7 tabs available in India in Sept (contest date). The new version launched only in Nov.”

Let’s have a look at their tweet…

It’s very clear that KitKat has to bear a lot shame on this issue as many popular Indian tech sites have posted about this issue and it is spreading like fire now. KitKat’s response on this issue is very lame, can’t believe they wrote that. When everywhere they are shipping the new Nexus 7 2013 tablet so why not here…

If you are one of the lucky winner of this campaign by KitKat in India, do let us know what’s your thought on this issue, do you feel cheated or you think it is OK afterall it was a freebie. Drop your comments below on this issue.

Install Official CyanogenMod 11 M1 Nightlies on Nexus 4,5,7,10 devices

Android 4.4.1 KitKat KOT49E build is already available on Google Nexus 5, Nexus 7 2013, Nexus 10 and Nexus 4 which has brought many bug fixes and special camera app update for Nexus 5, though users were unsatisfied. In the mean time CyanogenMod Team has come up with something more great as now Official CyanogenMod 11 M1 Nightlies are available on Google Nexus 4, 5, 7, 10 variants as android 4.4 KitKat builds.

CyanogenMod team has updated the status as available on their blog and even for Galaxy Nexus S, CyanogenMod 11 M1 Nightlies build are available. They have made a suggestion on their blog to use the CWM recovery while flashing the ROM as some users are having trouble via TWRP recovery.

Download CyanogenMod 11 M1 Nightly build for Nexus 7 2012 Wi-Fi Edition

Remember CyanogenMod 11 M1 Nightly builds are updated daily, check below mentioned links to access the full list of updated builds.

Download cm-11-20131209-NIGHTLY-grouper.zip | 174.66 MB

Download CyanogenMod 11 M1 Nightly build for Nexus 7 2013 Wi-Fi Edition

Download cm-11-20131209-NIGHTLY-flo.zip | 198.45 MB

Download CyanogenMod 11 M1 Nightly build for Nexus 7 2013 LTE Edition

Download cm-11-20131209-NIGHTLY-deb.zip  | 201 MB

Download CyanogenMod 11 M1 Nightly build for Galaxy Nexus S

Download cm-11-20131209-NIGHTLY-crespo.zip | 182 MB

Download CyanogenMod 11 M1 Nightly build for Galaxy Nexus 10

Download cm-11-20131208-NIGHTLY-manta.zip | 187 MB

Download CyanogenMod 11 M1 Nightly build for Galaxy Nexus 5

Download cm-11-20131209-NIGHTLY-hammerhead.zip | 197 MB

Download CyanogenMod 11 M1 Nightly build for Galaxy Nexus 4

Download cm-11-20131207-NIGHTLY-mako.zip | 196 MB

To access  CyanogenMod 11 M1 Nightly builds for Nexus 4, Nexus 5 and Nexus 10 variants kindly visit the CyanogenMod download section whose link is available at the end of this post.

Let us know if you have installed any  CyanogenMod 11 M1 nightly build based on android 4.4 KitKat. Is it better than stock android 4.4 KitKat, we would love to hear, drop your comments below.

[ via CyanogenMod ]

Official CyanogenMod 11 Nightlies for Xperia Z,ZL,ZR,T,V,Tablet Z – Android 4.4 KitKat Build Available

December is approaching and here we wait for Android 4.3 to come out officially on Xperia devices and meanwhile a few days ago we posted unofficial CyanogenMod 11 Android 4.4 KitKat builds for 2011 Xperia devices from LegacyXperia Project team for Xperia Arc/Arc S, Neo, Neo V, Pro, Mini Pro, Active, Mini, Ray, Live with Walkman and before that for 2012-2013 Xperia Devices Xperia Z1, Z,  ZL, ZR, Z Ultra, T, V, Go, P, Sola, U, SP, Tablet Z. All those builds were unofficially by various developers but now for some devices official CyanogenMod 11 Nightlies build have come up from CM team itself.

Official CyanogenMod 11 Nightlies for Xperia Z, ZL, ZR, T, V, Tablet Z  (Wi-Fi + LTE version) is now available on CyanogenMod website. Keep in mind that “Nightlies” build is not a stable build and is updated very frequently so if you want to taste the flavor of android 4.4 KitKat on your above mentioned Xperia devices you can download the builds.

Installing such ROMs require you to unlock the bootloader of phone. Keep in mind to have  a backup of the DRM keys before unlocking the bootloader for safety.

Do let us know if you have downloaded and installed any of above nightly CM ROM on your device. How stable they are we would like to know, drop your comments below.