Monthly Archives: March 2014

Xperia Z2 System Dump 17.1.A.0.289 firmware Android 4.4.2 KitKat

Xperia Z2 which has officially been announced by Sony at MWC 2014 has seen may leaks for its apps before the launch as well as after the launch. Recently we shared some of the Xperia Z2 System/Media/Apps and related odex files but now XDA dev DooMLoRD has posted the whole Xperia Z2 System Dump of 17.1.A.0.289 firmware Android 4.4.2 KitKat which is available for download.

Android 4.4.2 17.1.A.0.289 firmware of Xperia Z2 is an old firmware which was spotted on a prototype Sony D6503 Sirius handset as recently we saw 17.1.A.1.2 firmware getting certified for Xperia Z2 and Xperia Z2 Tablet and before that  17.1.A.0.504 firmware and 17.1.A.0.391 firmware was spotted on PTCRB but 17.1.A.0.289 firmware never made to PTCRC because it was unstable and has many bugs.

It seems the Xperia Z2 System Dump of 17.1.A.0.289 firmware is extracted from same prototype handset. Follow the below download links to download Xperia Z2 System Dump. Remember it’s not a ftf file so can’t be installed on any device.

Xperia Z2 System Dump

Check below the Xperia Z2 Build.prop file.

Don’t forget to check out our Xperia Z2 hands on experience photos and an overview of KitKat firmware.

Xperia Z2 hands on experience photos – Overview of KitKat UI

We now expect to see more development from developers porting Xperia Z2 apps and features to other devices escpecially Xperia Z1. It would be amazing to see 4K cam recording feature of Xperia Z2 getting ported to Xperia Z1, Xperia Z Ultra, Xperia Z1 Compact.

What say guys, happy now ? Let us know, drop your comments below.

Install Xperia Z2 battery icon SystemUI Mod on Xperia SP

As you all know Sony has used a new horizontal all white battery icon in Xperia Z2 KitKat firmware which has got mixed response from the users; now can be installed on Xperia SP. XDA Dev Levered has modded the SystemUI.apk for Xperia SP so that Xperia Z2 battery icon can be installed on Xperia SP. It is a mod from Xperia Z2 original KitKat SystemUI and only to be installed on Xperia SP.

To install it on your Xperia SP, it must be rooted, just download the below mentioned file and push it in system/media/app folder and replace it with the available file. Set correct permissions rw-r-r and do reboot. Kindly make a backup of original file before replacing it with the modded one.

Download Xperia Z2 battery icon SystemUI Mod

Note: Only for Xperia SP rooted users, do no try it on other devices.!

Download SystemUI.apk

Check the preview of Xperia Z2 battery icon SystemUI Mod on Xperia SP below.

Xperia Z2 battery icon on Xperia SP

Bugs: Power saver and charging icon is still old one.

Let us know if that works for you on your Xperia SP. Drop your comments below in case of any doubts.

Xperia Z1 Compact Vs Xperia V Display Comparison Photos

Xperia Z1 Compact D5503 aka Xperia Z1 Mini, pocket friendly handset with specifications of a flagship device. Xperia Z1 Compact features S800 SoC, Adreno 330 GPU, RAM 2 GB, 16 GB internal storage, 4.3″ 720p IPS Display, 20.7 MP rear cam with dust and water resistant certifications, only screen size and battery power is less than Xperia Z1. On the other hand Xperia V LT25 is 2012 Xperia ( flagship in some regions ) lineup device which also has 4.3″ 720p display and water-dust resistance.

You see both devices have 4.3″ 720p screen display, while Xperia Z1 Compact has IPS panel which we saw against Xperia Z1; has a very good display but Xperia V has TFT display, good viewing angles and bright colors. Well we have got some Xperia Z1 Compact Vs Xperia V Display Comparison Photos, let have a look at them and decide yourself which one is better.

Xperia Z1 Compact Vs Xperia V Display 

[ Left – Xperia V, Right – Xperia Z1 Compact ]

Xperia Z1 Compact Vs Xperia V
Xperia D5503 vs Xperia LT25
Z1 Compact vs Xperia V
Display comparison Z1 Compact vs Xperia V
Xperia V vs Xperia Z1 Compact
Xperia V vs Xperia Z1 Compact Display

Well almost both display looks same vibrant and brighter but in a few pics Xperia Z1 Compact shows better colored display.

What do you think guys of Xperia Z1 Compact Vs Xperia V Display Comparison, which one looks more better to you. Let us know. Drop your comments below.

[ via – XDA ]

Pre-Order Sony Screen Protector ET974 for Xperia Z2 Tablet at £10 in UK

At MWC 2014 Sony launched Xperia Z2 Tablet and a couple of dedicated accessories associated with it like Style Cover Stand SCR12 , Cover Stand BKC50, BKC10, Bluetooth Keyboard BKB10, Stereo Microphone STM10, Bluetooth Speaker with Magnetic Charging Pad BSC10 and Magnetic Charging Dock DK39. Just now we spotted that Sony has also listed official Screen Protector ET974 for Xperia Z2 Tablet for pre-order at Sony online stores in Europe region.

Sony Screen Protector ET974 for Xperia Z2 Tablet is like a screen guard protecting your tab’s screen with dirt and scratches. It has anit-glare film and anti-stain coat to avoid finger impressions. It is expected to be shipped around in March 2014.

Sony Screen Protector ET974 for Xperia Z2 Tablet is priced at £10 in UK, €14.99 in France, Netherlands, Italy, €19.99 in Spain, Germany, 59 zł in Poland, 199 kr in Sweden. Free delivery and 30 day return is included in the pre-order.

Let’s see how Sony Screen Protector ET974 fits on Xperia Z2 Tablet .

Screen Protector ET974

Xperia Z2 Screen Protector ET974

It’s nice to see that Sony is also selling now official screen protector for its devices but it is over priced, one can get so many screen protectors at cheaper price from local market stores, isn’t it ? Well if you need an official Sony product, get ready to shed some more bucks from your pocket…

Do you also think it is over priced ? Let us know, drop your comments below.

Pre-Order Style Cover Stand SCR12 for Xperia Z2 Tablet at £39 in UK, €49.99 in France, Netherlands, Spain

Sony has launched a specific protective cover for both Xperia Z2 Tablet and Xperia Z2. Xperia Z2 Style Cover Stand SCR10 is launched in white and black color, available for pre-order now across Europe via Sony’s online stores in concerned regions. Xperia Z2 Tablet Style Cover Stand SCR12 is also now available in white and black color from Son’y online stores.

Style Cover Stand SCR12 is a notebook type protective cover which can be used like a stand to watch movies and has magnetic close/wake up function.  Style Cover Stand SCR12 is priced at £39 in UK, €49.99 in France, Netherlands, Spain, €45.01 in Germany, €50 in Italy, 199 zł in Poland, 499 kr in Sweden. Free delivery and 30 day return is included in the pre-order.

Let’s have a look at how Xperia Z2 Tablet fits in Style Cover Stand SCR12.

Style Cover Stand SCR12 Z2 Tablet

Price of Style Cover Stand SCR12

Z2 Tablet Style Cover Stand SCR12

Style Cover Stand SCR12 for Xperia Z2 Tablet appears to be a good protective cover and that too an official Sony product. Though weight of the cover is not mentioned anywhere.

What do you think guys of it ? Liked it ? Let us know, drop your comments below.

Xperia Z2, Z2 Tablet KitKat 17.1.A.1.2 firmware certified on PTCRB

Recently we saw two android 4.4.2 KitKat 17.1.A.0.504 firmware and 17.1.A.0.391 firmware getting certified on PTCRB for Xperia Z2 and Xperia Z2 Tablet which clearly indicates that launch of Xperia Z2 and Xperia Z2 Tablet and Xperia KitKat firmware is almost near. Just now we spotted another 17.1.A.1.2 firmware certification on PTCRB.

17.1.A.1.2 firmware has been certified for Xperia Z2 D6502 HSPA+ and D6503 LTE versions and for Xperia Z2 Tablet SGP521 and SGP541 on PTCRB page. 17.1.A.1.2 firmware will bring android 4.4.2 KitKat out of the box on Xperia Z2 and Z2 Tablet when it is launched officially with many new awesome Xperia KitKat features which we saw in number of leaks.

Check below the 17.1.A.1.2 firmware certification for Xperia Z2 D6503, D6502 on PTCRB.

Xperia Z2 17.1.A.1.2 firmware

Check below the 17.1.A.1.2 firmware certification for Xperia Z2 Tablet SGP521, SGP541 on PTCRB.

Xperia Z2 Tablet 17.1.A.1.2 firmware

As soon as we get more info on Sony’s plan for rolling android 4.4.2 KitKat for other devices, we will post it. Till now KitKat update is only expected on Xperia Z1, Xperia Z, ZL, Z Ultra, Z1 Compact, Z1S, Tablet Z, Tablet Z2 and mighty Xperia Z2.

Are you eager to get KitKat on your Xperia smartphone, let us know. Drop your comments below.

Thanks Levered 🙂