Sony Social live 1.0.25, TrackID 4.0.B.9.0 updated on Play Store

Sony AR Effect 3.3.13 app updated on Play Store

Sony AR Effect has been updated to new 3.3.13 version on Play Store ( over previous 3.1.12 ). New updated brings improved UI enabling users to download AR Effect themes more easily now from the app itself along with usual bug fixing and performance enhancement.

To install AR Effect app, you need android 4.3+ with Sony Social Smart Camera app. Recently we shared some cool AR Effect themes like Kittens, San Francisco, Orcs & Poisonous Creature.

AR Effect 3.3.13 app

Download AR Effect 3.3.13 app from below Play Store link.

Connect to Internet, open AR Effect app then you can see various AR Effect themes which can be downloaded.

Let us know if you face any issues in present update. Drop your comments below.

Sony Album 6.6.A.0.6 app update rolling

Sony’s Album app has got a new update in form of 6.6.A.0.6 version which brings minor bug fixing and performance enhancement. No visual changes spotted in the update. It seems Vivid Mode / X-Reality is working much better in this update ( if you are viewing pics in Album app ).

Album 6.6.A.0.6 app update is confirmed on Xperia “Z” handsets, Xperia SP, C3. Check update center app for notification, app size is 12.5 MB ( available as OTA only ). Yesterday we saw Sony What’s New 1.4.A.0.1 app update rolling.

Album 6.6.A.0.6 app

Download Album 6.6.A.0.6 apk from below link, if you haven’t got the notification yet.

Download SemcAlbum.apk

Let us know if you are still facing any bugs in present Album app update. Drop your comments below.

via – Xperia Z1 FB group ( Surajit Ghosh ), Thanks for the apk, Ben!

Sony What’s New 1.4.A.0.1 app update rolling

Sony What’s New app has been updated to newer 1.4.A.0.1 version over older 1.4.A.0.0. New update brings enhanced user experience and software performance improvement. From the previous update Sony has removed the What’s New icon coming out when swiped upwards from the home screen.

What’s New 1.4.A.0.1 app update confirmed on Xperia “Z” series handsets. Check in update center app for update notification, app size is 4.1 MB ( available as OTA only ).

What’s New 1.4.A.0.1

Download What’s New 1.4.A.0.1 apk if you haven’t got the notification yet.

Download SonyEntrance.apk

We would like to know how many Xperia users are using this app actually instead of going directly to Play Store. Let us know. Drop your comments below.

[VIDEO] Xperia Z3 hands on review – has Sony got a winner?

With its crazy 6 month release cycle, Sony has the 4th generation of its flagship “Z” series smartphone ready for consumers. Is the successor to Xperia Z2 which is going to bear the flagship status for a mere 6 months going to be a worthy successor? What changes can be found in the new model and does such a quick release schedule make sense? You will find the answer to these and more questions in our detailed video review of the device.

Xperia Z3 features the Android 4.4.4 out of the box, Snapdragon 801 2.5 GHz quad core processor, Adreno 330 GPU, 3GB RAM and a 5.2″ HD display packed into a redesigned aluminium shell. The brilliant 20.7 MP Exmor RS rear cam has been improved with higher ISO sensitivity to aid in low light photography.

[ VIDEO ] Xperia Z3 Review

What has changed since the previous model? Is it time to upgrade? Is this the best phone of 2014. Check out our full review to find answers to the above questions.

Final Words

Sony Xperia Z3 is one of the best smartphones Sony has ever built but the lack of significant improvements since the Xperia Z2 and its steeper price make us question the quick release cycle. What do you think?

Do not forgot to see our other videos featuring the Xperia Z3 and its predecessor

[VIDEO] Xperia Z2 hands on review with sample 4K videos

[VIDEO] Hands on Xperia Z3 Vs Galaxy Note 4 Comparison

Let us know if you have enjoyed the review and if you are going to purchase the Z3. Also checkout our Z3 Compact review if you are after a smaller device.

Sony Smart Extension for Yahoo Mail launched for SmartWatch 2

Are you still using Yahoo mail, if yes then this Smart Extension for Yahoo Mail would be great for you if you are also using Sony Smart accessories like Smart Watch 2. To use this app, you need to install Sony Smart Connect app on your device ( along with SW2 app ). This extension can be installed on android 4.0+ running devices.

Once Sony SW2 is paired with your device, extension gets automatically activated, check under Smart Connect app settings option. Compatibility with Sony SmartWatch 3 is unknown for the time being.

Smart Extension for Yahoo Mail

Download Smart Extension for Yahoo Mail from below Play Store link.

If you have used this extension, let us know if it works as it says. Drop your comments below.

Install eXPERIAnZ – Christmas XV Theme for Xperia non rooted devices

A new theme from Ven1aONE theme maker eXPERIAnZ – Christmas XV Theme has been released on Play Store. It is the second theme based on Christmas after eXPERIAnZ Christmas Theme. Same theme make has already released themes like Xperia Matrix, Flat Lollipop, Winter, Football and Love Theme.

You need android 4.4 KitKat to run the theme ( working on both rooted as well non rooted devices ), it is not working on android 4.3 version ( we tested on our Xperia SP ). You get customized home screen & lock screen wallpaper, blue status bar, white color navigation bar, themed system UI with orange as ascent color.

eXPERIAnZ – Christmas XV Theme

Download eXPERIAnZ – Christmas XV Theme from below Play Store link. It is a paid theme, available for Rs 50/ $0.80.

eXPERIAnZ Christmas XV Xperia Theme – Demo

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

Christmas stickers for Sony Sketch app available for download

It’s festive season and Christmas is approaching, for the same reason we have earlier shared Xperia Winter & Xperia Christmas theme and now Sony is giving Christmas stickers on their Sketch app. You must have Sony Sketch 5.0.A.0.2 app installed to download Christmas sticker app, if you don’t have it download from here.

Once installed you will get a notification for new Christmas sticker pack available for download. It is 3.82 MB in size and there are more than 50 stickers to use ( Sketch app will only work on android 4.2+ running Xperia devices ).

Christmas stickers for Sony Sketch app

Open your Sketch 5.0.A.0.2 app, if you have received a notification to download Christmas stickers, then proceed.

Below is Christmas sketch we made from new Christmas stickers.

Share with us your Christmas sketches made via this app. Drop your comments below.

Download eXPERIAnZ Love Theme for Xperia non rooted devices

A few days back we shared Xperia Matrix, Flat Lollipop, Winter, Football and Christmas theme and today we are sharing Xperia Love Theme from the same developer. You need android 4.3+ running Xperia device to install the theme. It works on both rooted as well as non rooted Xperia devices.

You get customized home screen & lock screen wallpaper, heart shaped navigation buttons, pink color status bar & white color navigation bar, theme system UI with orange as ascent color.

eXPERIAnZ Love Theme

Download eXPERIAnZ Love Theme from below Play Store link.

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

Download AR effect theme “Kittens” & “San Francisco” for Sony Social Smart Camera App

Sony SCR24 Style Cover Window case for Xperia Z3 – First Look of case

Sony SCR24 Style Cover is Sony’s first Window case exclusively launched for Xperia Z3. SCR24 Style Cover is enabled with Smart Window functions which allow you to download certain apps and widgets which can be accessed from the lock screen of the device through smart window of the case.

One touch pairing option is available via in built NFC tag in the case. Smart Window option make its easy to handle device’s some important feature without opening the case. Sony SCR24 Style Cover Case is available for £34.99 / $54.5 from Clove UK.

[ First Look ] Sony SCR24 Style Cover Window case

Let’s take a look at Sony SCR24 Style Cover Window case for Xperia Z3. Below you can see the outer cover of the box.

At back side of cover, smart window function list is displayed.

SCR24 case out of the box.

Box Contents

1 Sony SCR24 case.
1 Sony DK48 Magnetic Charging dock adapter.
Manual.

Blow you can see the broad size Sony DK48 adapter.

Specifications

Case is Made in China, below you can see the various certifications mark on it.

How to Pair ?

To pair the case with your Xperia Z3, activate NFC on your device and then bring it near the below shown in built NFC tag on SCR24 case. It will prompt you to download the various smart windows widgets and apps which can be accessed from smart window without opening the cover.

You can also download the Sony’s official SCR24 case Xperia Themes available on Play Store.

If you look closely, there is a circular mark in below pic; it is where magnetic sensor is placed.

How to place your device ?

Peel of the sheet from the inner side of back flap of case and place your device on the adhesive gel pad.

Remove the protective layer from smart window.

USB and magnetic charging dock port can be accessed without opening the case. Check the below pic without Xperia Z3 showing that USB cable and charging dock pins can be easily inserted.

Xperia Z3 SCR24 case vs Xperia Z2 SCR10 case design

Sony introduced Smart Window cover for the first time ( for Xperia Z3 ) and previously they launched SCR10 case for Xperia Z2. Both cases are made up of PU Leather material.

Sony branding is placed on front flap on SCR10 case for Xperia Z2 and on back side of SCR24 case for Xperia Z3.

Ports openings are not accessible in SCR10 case ( while case is closed ).

SCR10 can be used as desk stand while the same functionality is absent in SCR24 case.

Flexible movement of back flap of SCR10 case is possible.

Read our full Xperia Z2 SCR10 case hands on review here.

Smart Window functions

You can perform following things from smart window of the case.

Access Sony Walkman app.
Access to Sony Clock and Alarm app.
Access to Sony’s Weather Widget app.
Access to Sony Camera app ( in 4:3 ratio you can take pictures ).
Access to answer/end call.

Pros

Light Weight.
Smooth finished material.
All ports accessible without opening cover.
Perfect fit.
Compatible with Sony Magnetic Charging Dock DK48.
Smart Rotation function enabled.
Magnetic sensor inside the case.
Smart Window widgets and app provided access to camera, calls etc.
In built NFC tag.

Cons

Can’t be used as desk stand case.
No Magnetic closure.
Inner material of front flap attracts dust.
Shock Proof – No
No real leather used, synthetic material used.
Adhesive gel pad seems to loose it sticky property after you remove the phone a few times.

Sony SCR24 Style Cover Window case is available now in all 4 colors from Clove UK, shipping world wide.

Smart window functions is a very catchy feature of Sony SCR24 Style Cover Window case for Xperia Z3 and if you are going for a flip cover for Xperia Z3, it seems a very good choice. A full review of SCR24 case with Xperia Z3 will be soon put up.

If you are using Sony SCR24 Style Cover Window case for Xperia Z3, let us know if you like the product. Drop your comments below.

Install Xperia Home 7.0.A.1.7 version app

A new version of Xperia Home is now available in form of 7.0.A.1.7. Xperia Home 7.0.A.1.7 seems a bit more fast and responsive than previous version. This version is not available via OTA instead extracted out from latest Xperia 4.4.4 KitKat update ( Xperia Z2 Tablet ).

You need rooted Xperia handset running android 4.4 KitKat to install Xperia Home 7.0.A.1.7 version. It is not working on non rooted Xperia handsets. Either go for a manual installation or push in system/app folder ( set permissions as rw- r– r– and reboot ).

Xperia Home 7.0.A.1.7

Download Xperia Home 7.0.A.1.7 apk from below.

Download Home.apk

In the new Android 4.4.4 KitKat update for Xperia Z2, Sony introduced Xperia home launcher with somewhat big icons which looks kind of awkward.

Worked on your device, let us know. Drop your comments below.

Thanks for the tip, Ben! [ XDA Dev – Ben Ling ]

Xperia Z2 23.0.1.A.3.12 & 23.0.1.A.4.44 firmware for Xperia Z2 Tablet rolling

A new 23.0.1.A.3.12 firmware hit Xperia Z2 handsets ( D6503 ) in Taiwan region exclusively and 23.0.1.A.4.44 firmware update hit Xperia Z2 Tablet in Taiwan region on VMo TW operator. Another firmware 23.0.1.A.4.30 was spotted rolling for Xperia Z2 Tablet recently.

It is not clear yet whether above mentioned firmware updates will hit global variants of Xperia Z2 and Z2 Tablet, for the time being they are only available for carrier handsets in Taiwan only.

Xperia Z2 23.0.1.A.3.12 firmware

Below you can see the customization details of 23.0.1.A.3.12.

Xperia Z2 Tablet 23.0.1.A.4.44 firmware

Below you can see the customization details of 23.0.1.A.44 firmware.

We will update the post with 23.0.1.A.3.12 ftf and 23.0.1.A.4.44 ftf soon.

Let us know if any user other than from Taiwan has got 23.0.1.A.4.44 firmware update on Xperia Z2 Tablet and 23.0.1.A.3.12 on Xperia Z2.

via – XDA | Thanks for the tip, Ben!

Xperia Winter & Football Theme for non rooted devices

A few days back we posted Xperia Christmas Theme and Xperia Matrix theme and now from the same develop two new cool themes have come up viz. Xperia Winter Theme & Xperia Football Theme where former one is paid theme and later one is free theme. You need Xperia handset running android 4.3+ to install themes, working on both rooted as well non rooted handsets.

Xperia Winter Themes gives you customized snow flakes design home screen and lock screen wallpaper, winter related navigation buttons and themed UI. Xperia Football theme gives you football field design home screen and lock screen wallpaper with similar style themed UI.

Xperia Winter Theme

NOTE : Developer of themes got in touch with us, now all themes have been made paid by him.

Download Xperia Winter Theme from below Play Store link.

Xperia Football Theme

Download Xperia Football Theme from below Play Store link.

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

[ REVIEW ] Sony BSP10 Bluetooth Speaker – Hands On

Sony BSP10 Bluetooth Speaker made its first appearance at IFA 2014 event along with Sony SBH60 Stereo Bluetooth Headset, both being stylish Bluetooth powered accessories. It alone gives you wireless speaker functionality with superior audio and hands-free calling, compatible with a variety of Bluetooth powered smartphones/tablets.

It is available in white and black color priced at $125 ( including VAT )/ £79.99 / Rs 7728 from Clove UK. We tested it with our Xperia Z2, Xperia SP & Nexus 7 2013 with no hiccups experienced in connecting. Check out the hands on Sony BSP10 Bluetooth Speaker review in below post or hop over to our friends at Soundwiz for an in-depth guide comparing the top Bluetooth speakers.

[ REVIEW ] Sony BSP10 Bluetooth Speaker

Let’s take a closer look at Sony BSP10 Bluetooth Speaker.

Box Contents

1 Sony BSP10 Bluetooth Speaker.
1 micro USB cable for charging ( Model : EC450 )
Carrying pouch ( silver grey color ).

Specifications

Speaker Power : 5 W which is an improvement over Sony SRS-BTV5 which has 1.2 W speaker.
Bluetooth Profiles Supported : A2DP/AVRCP/HSP/HFP
Dimensions : 78 x 60 mm
Weight 300 grams

Sony BSP10 Bluetooth Speaker – Profile

You can see Bluetooth and NFC logo on top of Sony BSP10 Bluetooth Speaker and beside Bluetooth icon there is an LED which is lighted when the speaker is paired with any smartphone/tablet.

There is volume increase & decrease buttons ( in form of +/- icons ) and a button to receive/end calls beside which there is hole for inbuilt microphone.

Take a closer look at web grill speaker wall.

FCC, Bluetooth, Wireless and other certifications mark at the bottom side of speaker.

Power button and USB charging port shown in below pic.

Inside the USB port there is also an LED which glows during charging.

How to Pair it ?

It supports one connect pairing via Bluetooth & NFC. Press the power button for about 2-4 seconds on Sony BSP10 Bluetooth Speaker, a white
LED glows on then pair it with your device/smartphone/tablet; once paired light green LED glows.

You need Sony Smart Connect app to check the battery status of the speaker including music playback and standby time. Creating dedicated events functionality is alos available via Smart Connect app.

Bluetooth range is 10 meters for the speaker. If you leave it idle not connected to any device it goes in automatic power saving sleep mode.

Charging/Playback Time

Charging Period

It took us around 1 hours and 35 minutes to charge it fully via 1.5 A Sony AC Adapter, which in Sony’s Smart Connect app shows 7 hours of music playback time and 24 days in standby. It can also be charged via PC.

Music Playback Period

Sony BSP10 Bluetooth Speaker can play music for not more than 5 hours ( battery exhausts in b/w 4-5 hours of playback ).

How to Charge it ?

It supports charging via micro USB connector or via Qi Wireless plate ( use Sony’s WCH10 Wireless charging plate ). While charging via USB cable, red LED glows and once it is fully charged green LED glows beside USB connecting point.

Call Quality

Whenever a call comes, a dedicated ring tone is played via Sony BSP10 Bluetooth Speaker, press the call button to pick up the call and press it again to end it.

Make sure whenever you are using it as hands free, increase the volume of speaker. One may need to speak a bit louder as inbuilt microphone seems not very much responsive wheres as caller’s incoming sound quality is good.

Music Playback quality

Music Playback quality is very good as compared to Sony SRS-BTV5 speaker. If you have connected it via Xperia device and playing music in Walkman app then under audio settings enable Clear Audio+ and Dynamic normaliser option for better sound.

Pros

Powerful speaker.
One touch pairing via NFC and Bluetooth.
Qi and USB charging.
Accept/End call facility available.
360 degree speaker system.
Inbuilt microphone.
Charging / Pairing LED indicators.
Durable and strong built.
Automatic power saving sleep mode function.
Compatible with variety of Bluetooth enabled smartphones/tablets.
Compact in size.

Cons

No next/back track playback key on speaker.
Not waterproof ( like Sony SRS-X1 & SRS-X2 speakers ).

If you are looking to buy Sony BSP10 Bluetooth Speaker, check out the listing at Clove UK ( both white and black colors variants ) available, shipping worldwide.

Conclusion

We have been using the Sony BSP10 Bluetooth Speaker from past 1 week and it is simply awesome, a great improvement over SRS-BTV5 speaker and with calling facility and much powerful speaker makes it a better companion for your smartphone/tablet if you are looking for a wireless speakers in compact category.

Have you used Sony BSP10 Bluetooth Speaker, let us know your views on it. Share your experience with us. Drop your comments below

Sony Z Ultra GPe C6806 gets Android 5.0 Lollipop LRX21P.S3.4201 update

Android 5.0 Lollipop update hits Sony Z Ultra GPe ( Google Play Edition ) today as an OTA. It is the first Sony device to get Android 5.0 Lollipop update thought it’s not an Xperia, Sony has already promised Android 5.0 Lollipop update for entire Xperia “Z” series ( starting from Jan 2015 ).

Sony Z Ultra GPe Android 5.0 Lollipop update introduces a bold new visual style, improves performance, new option of seeing notifications at lock screen, extend time between charges with battery saving mode, manage notifications with automatic interruption controls, smart lock feature, screencast option.

Sony Z Ultra GPe Android 5.0 Lollipop update

Sony Z Ultra GPe Android 5.0 Lollipop update size is 397 MB requiring 500 MB of free space to install ( available as an OTA only ).

Download Sony Z Ultra GPe Android 5.0 Lollipop update OTA Zip package

You can side load the below zip package if you haven’t got the update yet.

For C6806 only | Build Number : LRX21P.S3.4201

Download KTU84P.S1.3061-LRX21P.S3.4201_Sony-Ericsson-E-Application-Signing-Live-864f-1.zip

Only a few devices enjoy Android 5.0 Lollipop update for the time being and it is nice to see that Sony Z Ultra GPe is not a forgotten device yet.

Got the update on your device, let us know. Share your views in below comments section.

Source – Android Central Forums | via – XDA | Thanks for the tip, Ben!

Install Xperia Green Art, XP 5.0 Material Theme for non rooted devices

Today we are sharing some new Xperia themes for non rooted Xperia users viz. Xperia Green Art and Xperia XP 5.0 Material Theme. You need Xperia handset running Android 4.3+ to install the themes. Xperia Green Art theme is free while Xperia XP 5.0 Material theme costs Rs 92.99 / $1.50.

Xperia Green Art theme gives you white color system UI with green ascent color, circular styled android navigation buttons with green colored home screen & lock screen wallpaper and green color status & navigation bar. Xperia XP 5.0 Material Theme gives you material design home screen & lock screen wallpaper with blue ascent color, arrow stripped navigation buttons, blue colored status & navigation bar and transformed home launcher.

Xperia Green Art Theme

Download Xperia Green Art theme from below Play Store link.

Xperia XP 5.0 Material Theme

Download Xperia XP 5.0 Material Theme from below Play Store link.

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

Install Xperia Matrix Theme, Flat Lollipop Theme for Android 4.3+ device

Yesterday we shared Xperia Christmas Theme and now from the same theme maker two new themes viz. Xperia Matrix Theme and Xperia Flat Lollipop Theme are available for download on Android 4.3+ Xperia devices both rooted as well as non rooted. Xperia Matrix theme is a paid theme for Rs 50/ $0.8 while Xperia Flat Lollipop theme is free.

Xperia Matrix Theme gives you customized home screen & lock screen wallpaper, navigation keys, themed green colored UI while Xperia Flat Lollipop theme changes only navigation keys and that too without transparent status and navigation bar which is undesirable and is like android 4.1 UI.

Xperia Matrix Theme

NOTE : Developer of themes got in touch with us, now all themes have been made paid by him.

Download Xperia Matrix Theme from below Play Store link.

Xperia Flat Lollipop Theme

Download Xperia Flat Lollipop Theme from below Play Store link.

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

Social live 1.0.25 app

TrackID 4.0.B.9.0 app

AR Effect 3.3.13 app

Album 6.6.A.0.6 app

What’s New 1.4.A.0.1

[ VIDEO ] Xperia Z3 Review

Final Words

Smart Extension for Yahoo Mail

eXPERIAnZ – Christmas XV Theme

Christmas stickers for Sony Sketch app

eXPERIAnZ Love Theme

AR effect theme “Kittens”

AR effect theme “San Francisco”

[ First Look ] Sony SCR24 Style Cover Window case

Xperia Z3 SCR24 case vs Xperia Z2 SCR10 case design

Xperia Home 7.0.A.1.7

Xperia Z2 23.0.1.A.3.12 firmware

Xperia Z2 Tablet 23.0.1.A.4.44 firmware

Xperia Winter Theme

Xperia Football Theme

[ REVIEW ] Sony BSP10 Bluetooth Speaker

Sony Z Ultra GPe Android 5.0 Lollipop update

Xperia Green Art Theme

Xperia XP 5.0 Material Theme

Xperia Matrix Theme

Xperia Flat Lollipop Theme

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