Sony AR Effect “Smiley” Theme launched – Create funny pics and videos

Sony has released a new AR Effect Camera app theme “Smiley” today on Play Store. This theme allows you to use various funny smiley characters and effects on pics and videos taken by your device’s cam.

You need either v3.1.XX or higher version of AR Effect app(3.3.13) to install this theme and it works with only Android 4.3+ running Xperia devices with Sony Social Smart Camera app.

Sony AR Effect “Smiley” Theme

Download Sony AR Effect “Smiley” Theme from below Play Store link (version 1.0.4).

If you are unable to download it from Play Store, use the below link to download Sony AR Effect “Smiley” Theme apk manually.

Create your funny pics and post below. Drop your comments below if you are facing any issues in accessing the app.

Sony Live on YouTube app 01.00.41 updated

Sony has updated its Live on YouTube – by Xperia app to newer 01.00.41 version over older 01.00.39 version. Newer version brings more variable bitrate: efficient Wi-Fi and Mobile data besides usual bug fixing. New list of supported Xperia devices by this app is Xperia Z3, Z3 Compact, ZL2, Z2 Tablet, Z2, Z1 Compact, Z1, Z, Tablet Z, Z Ultra, ZL, ZQ, ZR.

Now you can broadcast your videos in HD and full HD an broadcast duration has been increased to 60 minutes. Live on YouTube app 01.00.41 update brings new Switch Account option, where you can choose which YouTube Channel you want to broadcast on.

Live on YouTube app 01.00.41

Download Live on YouTube app 01.00.41 app from below Play Store link.

If you haven’t got the update yet, download the apk from below and install normally.

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

Motiongraph for Xperia camera app 1.0.13 update brings Material Design icon and bug fixes

Motiongraph for Xperia camera app has been updated to newer 1.0.13 version which brings material design icon to the app and some minor bug fixing. It is the first ever update to Motiongraph for Xperia app from its release so far.

Motiongraph for Xperia camera app requires Android 4.1+ to install the app. This app is used to create effects where a particular portion of image moves like a video for a duration of 2 seconds only (it saves image as a .gif file).

Motiongraph for Xperia app

Download Motiongraph for Xperia app from below Play Store link.

Below you can see the new icon of Motiongraph for Xperia camera app.

Below is the live sample of motion pic taken by Motiongraph for Xperia camera app.

If you haven’t got the update yet, download the Motiongraph for Xperia apk from below manually.

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

Sony Lifelog 2.5.A.0.10 app updated – Widget showing activities available

Sony Lifelog app has got a new update in form of 2.5.A.0.10 version which brings widget support showing showing your activities on home screen of your device itself now with stability improvements. Now see your achieved goals being celebrated in a new way.

Sony Lifelog requires Android 4.4+ for installation and it is Sony’s official app to be connected with Sony SmartBand, SmartBand Talk and SmartWatch 3 to track all the activities.

Sony Lifelog 2.5.A.0.10 app

Download Sony Lifelog 2.5.A.0.10 app update from below Play Store link.

If you haven’t got the update yet, download the apk from below manually.

Sony Lifelog app has not got material design UI yet.

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

GizmoBolt Android app updated to v2.0

We have updated our GizmoBolt (formerly XperiaGuide) Android app on Play Store to version 2.0 which is a major update. Earlier version was compatible with devices running Android 2.2+ but now version 2.0 is compatible with devices running Android 4.0+ only (with and without root both).

GizmoBolt App syncs automatically to provide you the latest feed updates from the site. Black and White background UI layout is provided for effective reading in low light. Responsive layout with new card magazine layout and card list. You can also add GizmoBolt widget on your phone’e home screen for faster updates.

GizmoBolt Android app

What’s New in version 2.0 ?

Material design for title bars (inspired from Google Play Store).
Allow hiding of left menu on tablet.
Improved notification display.
New card magazine layout and card list layout.
Tweaked feed sync performance.
Fixed crash issue.
Improved image view layout.
Language translation issues fixed.
Faster in-app web browsing.

Download GizmoBolt Android app version 2.0 update from below Play Store link, if you haven’t received the update notification on your handset yet.

We will soon update XperiaGuide Android app on Play Store.

Kindly share your feedback if you are facing any bugs or issues. Drop your comments below.

Install Phone Number Assistant feature from Xperia Z3 to block calls and messages

Sony gave a special Phone Number Assistant feature in Xperia Z3 variant in China which can be used to block calls and messages on your device so that you don’t need any third party app to do so. This app is now available for installing but you need rooted Xperia device to install this app.

Number Assistant feature is successfully tested on global variants of Xperia Z2, Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z3 Compact running stock ROM & existenz ROM. Xperia Z1 and Xperia Z Ultra users are facing issues in using the app after installation.

Phone Number Assistant feature

Download Phone Number Assistant apk from below as per your requirement and push them in system/app folder, set permissions rw- r– r– and reboot.

Number Assistant White UI

Number Assistant Dark UI

Download flashable zip file from below and flash via recovery.

Let us know if the phone number assistant feature works on your device as said. Drop your comments below.

via – XDA

Sony Walkman 8.5.A.2.10 app update rolling – Bug Fixing

Sony has updated its Walkman app to newer version 8.5.A.2.10 from older 8.5.A.2.8 version. At present Sony Walkman is the only app among Sony media apps which has full material design UI. Yesterday Sony updated its Movies app to 8.0.A.0.8 version which brought material design icon to the app instead of UI.

Sony Walkman 8.5.A.2.10 app update is confirmed on all Xperia “Z” series handsets and even some Android 4.3 running Xperia handsets. Update brings usual bug fixing and performance enhancement.

Walkman 8.5.A.2.10 app

Walkman 8.5.A.2.10 app update is available from Sony Update Center app, 14 MB in size.

Download Sony Walkman 8.5.A.2.10 apk from below if you haven’t got the update yet.

Sony promised that it will roll Android Lollipop update for Xperia Z3 and Z2 users in Feb 2015, like other users we are also waiting for it.

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

Sony Movies 8.0.A.0.8 app update brings Material Design Icon

Sony has updated its Movies app to newer 8.0.A.0.8 version from older 8.0.A.0.6 version which now brings material design icon to the app ( but no material design UI so far ). Earlier Sony updated its Walkman to 8.5.A.2.7 version which officially brought material design UI to the app.

Sony Movies 8.0.A.0.8 app update is rolling via Update Center app, size 12 MB, confirmed on Xperia “Z” series of handsets.

Sony Movies 8.0.A.0.8 app

New Sony Movies 8.0.A.0.8 app also supports Movies Small App ( Download here ) supported in some Xperia devices ( previous version also did ).

Download Sony Movies 8.0.A.0.8 apk from below if you haven’t got the update yet.

We are waiting eagerly for all Sony media apps in material design, hope they come soon and then Sony starts rolling Android Lollipop update on Xperia “Z” series.

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

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

Sony Social Live app v1.0.26 updated – Minor bug fixing update

Sony Walkman 8.5.A.2.8 update rolling – Bug Fixing

Sony has again updated its Walkman app to newer version 8.5.A.2.8 over older 8.5.A.2.7 version which officially brought material design UI to the app and compatibility with Android 5.0 Lollipop version. Walkman app icon has also been modified as per new material design.

Sony Walkman 8.5.A.2.8 update is working fine on Xperia SP now where in earlier version the light bar was not glowing while using Walkman app.

Sony Walkman 8.5.A.2.8 app

Walkman 8.5.A.2.8 update is rolling via Update Center app, 14 MB update. It is confirmed on Xperia “Z” series handsets, Xperia SP etc.

Download Walkman 8.5.A.2.8 apk from below if you haven’t got the update yet.

Download com.sonyericsson.music-2.apk

Like the new Walkman design, let us know. Drop your comments below.

Sony TrackID 4.1.B.0.14 app updated – Bug fixing update

Sony has updated its TrackID app to newer 4.1.B.0.14 version from older 4.1.B.0.12 version. Sony TrackID 4.1.B.0.14 app brings same old changelog like previous version; material design UI, big fixes, faster recognition speed and support for Android Wear.

TrackID is Sony’s official app to identify the music track playing. It need internet connectivity to find the tracks. Sony TrackID app works on all Xperia handset running Android 4.2+. ( works on Android 4.1 also for a few handsets )

Sony TrackID 4.1.B.0.14 app

Download Sony TrackID 4.1.B.0.14 app from below Play Store link.

Download the Sony TrackID 4.1.B.0.14 apk from below and install normally.

Download com.sonyericsson.trackid-1.apk

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

Sony launches Countdown Timer app for SmartBand Talk SWR30

Sony has launched a Countdown Timer app for Sony SmartBand Talk SWR30 at Play Store today, so if you are a SmartBand Talk user try it today. Using Countdown Timer app you can set a timer and your SmartBand Talk rings and vibrate when time is up.

Countdown Timer app needs Android 4.4 KitKat running up on your device. It gets integrated with Sony SmartBand Talk app itself once installed.

Countdown Timer app

Download Countdown Timer app version 1.00.04 from below Play Store link.

Do check out our hands on experience of Sony SmartBand Talk SWR30 in pics.

Hands on Sony SmartBand Talk SWR30 – First Impression

Let us know if app works as said. Drop your comments below.

Sony Party Share 01.01.00 app updated with Material Design UI

Sony Account Manager v2.3.5 app updated with Android Lollipop support

Sony has updated its another app with Android Lollipop support i.e. Sony Account Manager app to new version 2.3.5 from older 2.3.2 version. Sony Account Manager app is integrated with all Sony media apps and is used to sign in to Sony Entertainment Network account on your device.

To sign in, connect your account via app like Album app and then go to Settings > Sync menu and then select your account. Sony Account Manager v2.3.5 app also brings usual bug fixing.

Sony Account Manager v2.3.5 app

Download Sony Account Manager v2.3.5 app from below Play Store link.

As per Sony’s statement at CES 2015, Sony will be rolling Android Lollipop update to its Xperia devices starting from Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z2 lineup in February so Sony has started now updating its various apps for Android Lollipop support. Check out the latest Sony apps with material design UI below.

Sony Walkman 8.5.A.2.7 app update – Material Design UI and compatible with Android Lollipop

Sony TrackID 4.1.B.0.12 app update – Material Design UI

Sony Sketch 6.0.A.0.6 app update – Material Design UI

Got any questions, drop them below in comment section.

Sony AR Effect “Horror” Theme v1.1.2 updated – New theme loading animation

Sony AR Effect “Horror” Theme has got an update in form of version 1.1.2 which brings “new theme loading animation while switching between themes, 3D object stretching issues fixed on some Xperia devices, application screen icons for theme apps removed” and performance enhancement ( as the changelog reads on Play Store ).

Sony AR Effect “Horror” Theme v1.1.2 requires AR Effect app version > 3.1.1 and Xperia handset running atleast Android 4.3+ version. Earlier today Sony launched another AR Effect “Jungle” theme.

Sony AR Effect Theme “Horror”

Download Sony AR Effect “Horror” Theme from below Play Store link, version 1.1.2.

Download the Horror theme apk from below, if you are unable to download it from Play Store.

Download com.sonymobile.areffect.horror_theme-2.apk

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

Sony Walkman 8.5.A.2.7 app update rolling – Material Design UI and compatible with Android Lollipop

Sony has updated its Walkman app to 8.5.A.2.7 version ( over previous 8.5.A.0.6 version ) which officially brings new material design UI to the app and compatibility with Android Lollipop version. Update also enables you now to use any sound equaliser from Play Store along with usual bug fixes and performance enhancement. Walkman app icon has also been modified as per new material design.

Sony Walkman 8.5.A.2.7 update is confirmed rolling on Xperia Z2. Official screenshots of Walkman 8.5.A.2.7 app confirms the new Sony Android Lollipop update soft navigation keys like we saw in previous Movie Creator 2.3.A.0.3 app update.

Walkman 8.5.A.2.7 app

Download Walkman 8.5.A.2.7 apk from below if you haven’t got the update yet ( we have extracted the apk from our Xperia Z2 ), working on non rooted Android 4.4 running Xperia devices ( compatibility with Android 4.3 unknown ). Update is 14 MB in size, rolled OTA via Sony Update Center app. Below posted apk is confirmed working on Nexus 7 2013, Xperia M2.

Download Walkman8.5.A.2.7.apk

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

Thanks for the tip, Ben!

Sony TrackID 4.1.B.0.12 app updated – Minor bug fixing update

Sony has updated their TrackID app to newer 4.1.B.0.12 version over previous 4.1.B.0.11 version. TrackID app features now material design ( more a flat design ) which was initially updated in beta 4.1.B.0.5 version of the app.

Sony TrackID Beta 4.1.B.0.12 app brings new UI design, faster recognition speed and support for Android Wear which is the exact similar changelog like previous version.

Sony TrackID 4.1.B.0.12 app

Download Sony TrackID 4.1.B.0.12 app from below Play Store link.

Unable to download the update from Play Store, download it from below link manually.

Download com.sonyericsson.trackid-2.apk

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

Sony Sketch 6.0.A.0.6 app updated – Bug Fixes, updated design

Sony Sketch app has been updated to newer 6.0.A.0.6 version today over previous 6.0.A.0.5 version which officially brought material design UI to the app. Sketch 6.0.A.0.6 app update brings usual bug fixing, updated design ( UI ) and share sketches and invite others to join option ( also available in previous version ).

Sketch 6.0.A.0.6 app works on Android 4.2+ running Xperia devices. Sketch app now allows you to download various stickers from stickers store to be used in your sketches.

Sony Sketch 6.0.A.0.6 app

Download Sony Sketch 6.0.A.0.6 app from below Play Store link.

Not able to download the app from Play Store, use the below link to download it manually.

Download com.sonymobile.sketch-1.apk

If you want to become the test user for Sony Sketch Beta app, then you can forward your request to Sony team officially, mentioning your device details on email [email protected].

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

Sony TrackID Beta 4.1.B.0.11 app updated with new UI

Sony initially rolled beta 4.1.B.0.5 version for TrackID app which brought new material design UI ( more flat design ) look to the app and now updated 4.1.B.0.11 version has hit Play Store today ( though in beta stage ). Those who don’t know, TrackID is an app to identify the music playing around you ( needs internet connection to look for the details ).

Sony TrackID Beta 4.1.B.0.11 app brings new UI design, faster recognition speed and support for Android Wear. This update is available to all users whose handset is compatible.

Sony TrackID Beta 4.1.B.0.11

Download Sony TrackID Beta 4.1.B.0.11 app from below Play Store link.

If you are unable to download the update from Play Store, follow the below link to download it manually.

Download com.sonyericsson.trackid-1.apk

Like the new design, let us know your views. Drop your comments below.

Sony Movie Creator 2.3.A.0.3 update rolling

Sony has updated its Movie Creator app to newer 2.3.A.0.3 version over previous 2.2.A.0.8 version. Movie Creator 2.3.A.0.3 update now lists unfinished movies and allows users to add photos/videos for highlight movie creation.

Movie Creator 2.3.A.0.3 update brings a little bit changes to the user interface and usual big fixes and performance enhancement. It is confirmed rolling on whole Xperia “Z” series handsets.

Movie Creator 2.3.A.0.3 update

Movie Creator 2.3.A.0.3 update size is 9.5 MB, check your Update Center app for download notification.

Download Movie Creator 2.3.A.0.3 apk from below and install normally.

Download com.sonymobile.moviecreator.rmm-2.apk

In this update Sony has used two screenshots and within screenshots we can see newer Android navigation softkeys. This could be from Android 5.0 Lollipop update from Sony. Check out below ( do notice that date is mentioned as 20 Feb 2015, may be Sony releasing Android 5.0 update at that time ).

We would like to ask do you use this app to create your highlight movies ? Let us know, drop your comments below.

Source – Xperia Z1 FB group ( Surajit Ghosh )

Sony TrackID Beta 4.1.B.0.5 app available for download – Material Design Look

Sony’s TrackID app has got a new Beta version 4.1.B.0.5 ( over previous 4.0.B.9.0 version ) which brings material design look to the app. Earlier Sony has updated its Smart Connect app to 5.7.14.218 version and Sketch app to 6.0.A.0.5 version which brought material design look on them.

Sony TrackID Beta 4.1.B.0.5 app is currently available for Beta testing users only. To be one of the Beta testing user, join TrackID Beta app G+ community and then you can download the beta version from Play Store.

TrackID Beta 4.1.B.0.5 app

Download TrackID Beta 4.1.B.0.5 apk from below.

Download com.sonyericsson.trackid-2.apk

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

Source – G+ TrackID Community

Sony Photo Editor 4.0 app update rolling – Bug Corrections

Sony Album app has got a new Photo Editor app update in form of version 4.0 ( 3.1.A.0.46 ) over older 3.1.A.0.42 version. Photo Editor 4.0 app update brings usual bug corrections and performance enhancement. Update is confirmed rolling on Xperia Z1 and Xperia L.

To access Photo Editor app > open Album app > choose any pic > tap on it > from below choose edit mark > all photo editing options will be listed.

Sony Photo Editor 4.0 app

Download Photo Editor 4.0 apk from below if you haven’t got update notification yet.

Download SemcPhotoEditor_4_0.apk
[ Photo Editor 3.1.A.0.46 version ]

Are you using Sony’s Photo Editor or any third party photo editing app, let us know. Drop your comments below.

via – Anh ( Xperia Z1 FB Group )

Sony Info-eye 1.7.05 app update rolling – Improved Recognition

Sony Info-eye app update is rolling in form of 1.7.05 version over previous 1.6.07 version. Info-eye 1.7.05 app update brings faster and better recognition for barcodes, QR codes, text and business cards. Users can send now more detailed info regarding failed recognized photos.

To install Info-eye 1.7.05 app you need android 4.3+ with Sony Social Smart Camera app. Update is available as OTA via Sony Update Center app, 21.1 MB in size. Update confirmed rolling on Xperia “Z” series handsets.

Sony Info-eye 1.7.05 app

Download Sony Info-eye 1.7.05 apk from below link, if you have not got the update notification yet.

Download com.sonymobile.androidapp.cameraaddon.infoeye-2.apk

Let us know if you are having any bugs while accessing this app. Drop your comments below.

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Sony AR Effect “Smiley” Theme

Live on YouTube app 01.00.41

Motiongraph for Xperia app

Sony Lifelog 2.5.A.0.10 app

GizmoBolt Android app

Phone Number Assistant feature

Walkman 8.5.A.2.10 app

Sony Movies 8.0.A.0.8 app

Widget Clock Walkman

Sony Social Live app v1.0.26

Sony Walkman 8.5.A.2.8 app

Sony TrackID 4.1.B.0.14 app

Countdown Timer app

Sony Party Share 01.01.00 app

Sony Account Manager v2.3.5 app

Sony AR Effect Theme “Horror”

Walkman 8.5.A.2.7 app

Sony TrackID 4.1.B.0.12 app

Sony Sketch 6.0.A.0.6 app

Sony TrackID Beta 4.1.B.0.11

Movie Creator 2.3.A.0.3 update

TrackID Beta 4.1.B.0.5 app

Sony Photo Editor 4.0 app

Sony Info-eye 1.7.05 app

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