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OPlus XonPhone 5 launching on 24 July in India

Another remarkable budget android smartphone OPlus XonPhone 5 will be hitting Indian markets tomorrow i.e. 24 July. At a press conference in New Delhi, OPlus Technology CEO Soumitra Gupta, Director of Sales Ranadip Kundu and Snapdeal’s Sandeep Komaravelly (VP Marketing) will be unveiling the OPlus XonPhone 5 tomorrow.

OPlus XonPhone 5 is powered with Android 4.4 KitKat out of the box, MediaTek MTK6582 1.3 GHz A7 cortex quad core processor, Mali-400 MP GPU and 5″ 720p HD Display ( 320 PPI ). It features 1 GB RAM, 16 GB internal storage with external memory card support upto 32 GB, 8 MP rear cam, 2 MP front cam and 2000 mAh battery. OPlus XonPhone 5 is 7.9 mm thick and weighs 170 grams. OPlus XonPhone’s ( GSM 850/900/1800/1900Mhz, UMT 2100 Mhz bands ) 3G variant will be available in market.

OPlus XonPhone 5

OPlus XonPhone 5 is expected to come under the price tag of Rs 10000 i.e. $166 which seems a very good competitor for Asus Zenfone 5 smartphone, Samsung Galaxy Core, Moto G, Micromax Unite 2 A106.

OPlus XonPhone 5 will be exclusively available at Snapdeal only in India and you can pre-book it tomorrow. OPlus XonPhone 5 launching on 24 July in India

OPlus XonPhone 5 specifications

[ UPDATE ] OPlus XonPhone 5 will be available at Rs 7999 i.e. $132.

OPlus XonPhone 5 Price Rs 7999 in India  Buy OPlus XonPhone 5 from Snapdeal

Snapdeal is selling OPlus XonPhone 5 at Rs 7999 with 1 year manufacturer warranty.

We will keep you updated as soon as OPlus XonPhone 5 hits Indian market tomorrow after the launch.

What do you says guys, we are seeing too many companies launching budget android smartphones in India, is this the beginning of new era which will force big brands to lower the prices of their device. Let us know what do you think. Drop your comments below.

Xperia T3 launched in India for Rs 27990, available from 28 July

Sony Mobile launched Xperia T3 in India, New Delhi today at price Rs 27990 i.e $466 to be made available from 28 July at all leading Sony and Electronics store. Xperia T3 features Snapdragon 400 1.4 GHz quad core processor packed in 7 mm thin aluminium frame. Xperia T3 has 5.3″ 720p HD display, Adreno 305 GPU, 1 GB RAM, 8 GB internal storage, 8 MP rear cam and 1.1 MP front cam.

Sony has launched as usual 3G variant of Xperia T3 in India. Looking at many competitors in market like HTC Desire 816, Xiaomi Mi 3, Asus Zenfone 6; Sony has over priced Xperia T3 if we consider a Snapdragon 400 powered device.

Xperia T3 launched in India

Sony has already listed Xperia T3 on its product page in India. It will be available in white, purple and black color variants.

Xperia T3 launched in India

Buy Xperia T3 from Flipkart in India

Online retailer Flipkart has listed Xperia T3 in India for Rs 26999 ($450) giving away free Sony SmartBand SWR-10 worth Rs 5990 ($100) and premium case worth Rs 2490 ($42) along with it.

Buy Xperia T3 from FlipkartBlack, White, Purple. Flipkart has also listed Axes Flip cover for Xperia T3 in White and Black for Rs 299 ($5) each.

Thinking of buying Xperia T3 in India ? Let us know or you are looking for some other alternative. Drop your comments below.

Gizmo Bolt Community Forums launched. Join Now.

We have launched an add-on Gizmo Bolt Community Forums to main blog. Earlier we were XperiaGuide.com but now revamped into GizmoBolt.com. We cover latest news from Internet on Gadgets, Social Network platforms, Apps, Review guides and How to Tutorials.

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Google Play Store 4.9.13 version brings Material Design UI

Google made the announcement on Twitter today that Play Store to newer version 4.9.13 which brings material design UI to app, books, music, games, news section. Material Design UI was spotted on Play Store at Google I/O 2014 event and now it seems getting a update on Google Nexus devices. We have got new Google Play Store 4.9.13 version on our Xperia Z1 also.

Play Store 4.9.13 version although is not a major update but brings Material design touch in app listing pages. Description of apps are available in new window now with more flat UI. Games listing shows video trailer at top of screen rather in image gallery section.

Google Play Store 4.9.13 version

Below you can see the preview of Material Design UI in new Google Play Store layout.

Google Play Store 4.9.13 version

Play Store 4.9.13 version apk

Download Play Store 4.9.13 version apk

Play Store 4.9.13 version changelog

Download Play Store 4.9.13 version apk

If Play Store 4.9.13 version has not been pushed on your device, you can download the apk now (signed by Google ) and install it normally on your device. You must be running android 2.2+ version.

Download Play Store 4.9.13 version apk

Let us know if you have already got Play Store 4.9.13 version update on your device. Do you like it, drop your comments below.

HTC Sense Input Keyboard available at Play Store now

HTC Sense Input Keyboard is now available at Play Store for download. Default keyboard of Google and Sony are already available on Play Store and now HTC steps into same shoes. HTC One, HTC One M8 and new HTC Desire series can now download the updated version of HTC Sense Input Keyboard.

HTC Sense Input Keyboard update is a minor update although which brings Google extract view in landscape mode. User are reporting getting the update on their devices.

HTC Sense Input Keyboard

Below you can see official changelog of update.

Support Google extract view in landscape mode.
Add the prompt when adding none word into personal dictionary.
Show .ru/.ro/.nl on Russian/Romanian/Dutch URL keyboard.
Enable Handwriting manual submit mode.
Fix Zhuyin “ㄦ” cannot be typed issue.

Download HTC Sense Input Keyboard apk

Head to Play Store to download HTC Sense Input Keyboard on your HTC devices.

Download Xperia FIFA theme from Play Store

 

Download HTC Sense Input Keyboard

Download HTC Sense Input Keyboard apk for manual installation on HTC devices, version 6.2.795212.

Download HTC Sense Input Keyboard apk.

HTC Sense Input  version 6.2.795212 Keyboard apk

If you have updated your HTC Sense Input Keyboard let us know if anything major you noticed. Facing any bugs, drop your comments below.

Asus Zenfone 6, 5, 4 flip cover hands on review

Asus has already proved its excellence when it sold 40000 units of Zenfone in 4 days in India. Asus has targeted budget android smartphone market in India by launching Asus Zenfone 4 in two variants of 4″ and 4.5″ screen display, Asus Zenfone 5 in 8 GB and 16 Gb variants and Asus Zenfone 16 GB model.

Asus has also launched official Asus Zen Flip Cover. We have grabbed Asus Zenfone 6 flip cover today for hands on review. Asus Zenfone 5 flip cover is priced at Rs 1599 ($26) at Flipkart and Rs 1699 ($28) for Zenfone 6 Flip cover at Flipkart.

Asus Zenfone 6 Flip Cover Review

Asus Zenfone 6 flip cover is 87.2 x 166.9 x 12.2 mm in dimensions weighing 48.5 grams with Asus branding in silver color at bottom of front cover.

Asus Zenfone 5 flip cover hands on

Asus Zenfone 6 flip cover

A cut for hearing speaker is present on cover so that you can answer your calls without opening the flap.

Asus Zenfone 4 flip cover

Asuz Zenfone 6 flip cover allows you to answer your calls, message and other notification with the view finder cut on the cover.

Asus Zenfone 5 flip cover

Inner lining for front flap is made of soft rubber to avoid scratches on screen.

Asus Flip Cover for Asus ZenFone 5 A500CG review

Notebook type side flaps are present for easy opening.

Red Asus Zenfone 5 flip cover price

Red Asus Zenfone 5 flip cover

Buy Asus Zenfone 5 flip cover in India Flipkart

Buy Asus Zenfone 5 flip cover in India

Asus Flip Cover for Asus ZenFone 5 A500CG

Asus Zenfone 5 flip cover review

If you are looking for a flip cover for your Zenfone 5 or Zenfone 6 then this official accessory from Asus fits right but you can get some more cheap alternative in markets if you search.

Pros

  • Light Weight.
  • Tight Fit.
  • View finder to answer calls.
  • Round curve edges.

Cons

  • No auto sleep mode in cover.

If you have Asus Zenfone flip cover for your Zenfone, let us know are you satisfied with it. Drop your comments below.

LG G3 D855 V10e OTA update rolling – Brings Power Optimization, app enhancements

LG G3 D855 has been hit with its first OTA update after the launch globally. LG G3 users in Asia (like in Philippines), UK, Europe are getting the V10e update as OTA in two variants of 43.74 MB which brings power optimizations enhancement and 175.92 MB OTA update which brings enhancement in apps depending upon their location.

V10e update is still in seeding stage. Go to settings >About phone > system update to check for the latest update notification. V10e seems to more smooth than previous build as reported.

LG G3 D855 V10e OTA update

Unbranded LG G3 D855 users got 43.74 MB V10e OTA update.

LG G3 D855 43.74 MB V10e OTA update

Branded LG G3 D855 users got 175.92 MB V10e OTA update.

LG G3 D855 175.92 MB V10e OTA update

LG G3 D855 V10e Software Information

  • Android – 4.4.2
  • Kernel – 3.4.0
  • Build number – KVT49L.A1404795316
  • Version – V10e-ESA-XX

If you haven’t got the official V10e update yet, you can download the KDZ file and update it manually.

Download LG G3 D855 V10e KDZ file

Download D85510E_00.kdz

Update your LG G3 D855 and let us know what features V10e update brought. Drop your comments below in case if you have any doubt.

via – XDA

Xperia M2 available in UK for £229.99 via Sony Online Store

Sony’s mid range handset Xperia M2 is now available for purchase in Europe via Sony Online Stores. Xperia M2 is the successor of Xperia M powered by Snapdragon 400 1.2 GHz quad core processor, Adreno 305 GPU packed in 8.6 mm thick frame. It has 8 GB internal memory, external card slot supported upto 32 GB, 1 GB RAM, 4.8″ screen display and 8 MP rear cam.

Now you can buy Xperia M2 in many regions of Europe from Sony Online stores. Xperia M2 is priced at £229.99 ($392) in UK, available in white, black and purple color variants. In the box you get EP880 charger, EC450 Media Cable, Wired headset and screen protector.

Xperia M2 Price in Europe

Xperia M2 is priced at €249 in France , Netherlands, Italy,€259 in Germany, €269  in Spain, 1995 kr in Sweden ($291) and 899 zł in Poland.

Below you can see listing of Xperia M2 on Sony UK site.

Xperia M2 available in UK

Xperia M2 is a descent mid range device but we liked Xperia SP more when compared to Xperia M2.

What do you say guys, planning to buy Xperia M2 ? If you have already bought Xperia M2, how it is performing. Let us know, drop your comments below.

Install Xperia Theme Pink Cat, Galaxy Polygon Theme for non rooted users

Two new Xperia themes for non rooted users have hit Play Store today from theme maker AK design viz. Xperia Theme Pink Cat and Xperia Galaxy Polygon Theme. You need android 4.3 or android 4.3 running, both themes are paid themes. Xperia Theme Pink cat is a bit girly theme although.

In both themes you get customized soft navigation buttons as per theme designed. Customized background UI is used in both themes while home launcher is really cool in both themes.

Xperia Theme Pink Cat

Download Xperia Theme Pink Cat from below Play Store link. Xperia Theme Pink Cat is very much inspired from Xperia Theme Pink Hearts if you look carefully.

Download Xperia FIFA theme from Play Store

Xperia Theme Pink Cat

Xperia Theme Pink Cat apk

Download Xperia Theme Pink Cat

Xperia Theme Galaxy Polygon

Download Xperia Theme Galaxy Polygon from below Play Store link.

Download Xperia FIFA theme from Play Store

Xperia Theme Galaxy Polygon

Xperia Theme Galaxy Polygon apk

Download Xperia Theme Galaxy Polygon apk

Install above themes and let us know if you like them. Drop your comments below.

OnePlus One hands on photos while unboxing

Grabbing OnePlus One is not easy, as you all know it is only available via special invite. If you have got that invite you are lucky enough to get one otherwise you have to wait to purchase it till company changes its policy. OnePlus One is termed as Flaghship Killer by many tech reviewers, want to know why let’s see.

OnePlus One is powered by Snapdragon 801 processor chipset clocked at 2.5 GHz, Adreno 330 GPU with 3GB of RAM and 5.5 inch 1080p Full HD screen display ( Corning Gorilla Glass 3 ). It features 5 MP front cam and 13 MP rear cam and these specs are present in a device worth $349 for a 64 GB model, that make it a special device.

OnePlus One hands on

Today we are posting some OnePlus One hands on photos while unboxing it.

OnePlus One hands on

OnePlus One hands on unboxing

OnePlus One Red White Box

OnePlus One Unboxing

OnePlus One Box

OnePlus One sim ejector tool

OnePlus One 5.5 inch 1080p FullHD display protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3

OnePlus One 13 MP Sony Exmor IMX214 module

OnePlus One 13 MP Sony Exmor IMX214 module with 6 lenses and dual LED flash

OnePlus One CyanogenMod 11S

OnePlus One Unboxing

OnePlus One specifications

[VIDEO] OnePlus One Unboxing and CyanogenMod 11S Walkthrough

Anyone of you got its OnePlus One ? Let us know how the device is performing. Drop your comments below.

Xperia Arkham Madness theme for Batman fans

Are you a Batman fan and an Xperia user also then you can try installing Xperia Arkham Madness theme on your device. You need rooted android 4.3 or android 4.4 version on stock ROM or any custom ROM which supports Xperia Theme engine.  Xperia Arkham Madness theme comes from XDA user darthxa.

You get android L style soft navigation keys with customized background UI in system with Arkham Logo featuring at back. Theme follows the purple as ascent color.

Xperia Arkham Madness theme

Download the zip file from below and flash in recovery, reboot. You can also extract the zip file, put the apk in system/app folder, set permissions rw- r– r– and reboot.

Download Theme_Arkham_Madness.zip

Xperia Arkham Madness theme

Download Xperia Arkham Madness theme

Xperia Arkham Madness theme apk

Let us know if it works on your device. Drop your comments below.

[ VIDEO ] How to replace Xperia Z2 IPS LCD screen panel ?

Sony Xperia Z2 features 5.2″ full HD 1080p IPS LCD display with Triluminos Mobile, ever thought what if you have to replace Xperia Z2 IPS LCD screen panel yourself, thinking why and how ? Well if anything happens to Xperia Z2 screen display only certified Sony Service Center team should see this but in case some professional wants to see how it can be done, lets see the below posted video.

Witrigs have come up with a hands on video showing how one can replace Xperia Z2 IPS LCD screen panel. Though it shouldn’t be done by users as it will void the warranty.

[ VIDEO ] Replace Xperia Z2 IPS LCD screen panel

You will need an OEM LCD with Digitizer for Sony Xperia Z2 if you are replacing your screen.

What say guys ? Drop your comments below.

Asus Zenfone 4 vs Zenfone 5 hands on size comparison

Earlier today we came up with Asus Zenfone 5 vs Zenfone 6 hands on comparison and now we have brought Asus Zenfone 4 vs Zenfone 5 hands on size comparison. Asus Zenfone 4 and Zenfone 5 are the new android budget smartphones in Indian market priced at Rs 5999($99) and Rs 9999($165) respectively.

Asus Zenfone 4 is 124.4 x 61.4 x 6.3-11.2 mm in dimensions weighing 115 grams whereas Asus Zenfone 5 is 148.2 x 72.8 x 5.5-10.3 mm in dimensions weighing 145 grams. Asus has launched two models of Zenfone 4 with 4″ and 4.5″ screen display. Below you will see Zenfone 4 with 4″ display only. To purchase Asus Zenfone in India, check the listing at Flipkart.

Asus Zenfone 4 vs Zenfone 5

Zenfone 4 is in Mint color while Zenfone 5 is in Silver color.

Asus Zenfone 4 vs Zenfone 5

Asus Zenfone 4 vs Zenfone 5 comparison

Asus Zenfone 4 vs Asus Zenfone 5

Asus Zenfone 4 vs 5

 Zenfone 4 vs 5

 Zenfone 5 vs Zenfone 4 comparison India

 Zenfone 5 vs Zenfone 4

 Zenfone 4 vs Zenfone 5

What do you say guys has Asus done a good job in providing a smartphone for $99 only. Let us know. Drop your comments below.

How to Root Xperia Z2 17.1.2.A.0.314 firmware ?

Sony recently updated Xperia Z2 on 17.1.2.A.0.314 firmware unexpectedly which brought changes like improved call voice quality, faster battery charging. Earlier root method was not available for 17.1.2.A.0.314 firmware but now you can root your Xperia Z2 on 17.1.2.A.0.314 firmware via rootkitXperia developed by @cubeundcube.

XDA user RyokoN mentions that above mentioned root tool kit uses two exploits i.e. ‘master key exploit‘ (bug 9950697) and CVE-2013-6282 on an older version but now it uses CVE-2014-3153 (towelroot exploit).

Confirmed devices working on this kit are Xperia Z2 17.1.2.A.0.314 firmware, Xperia Z1 14.3.B.0.288, Xperia SP 12.1.A.1.205 etc.

Download rootkitXperia tool

Download rootkitXperia_20140719.zip

Download rootkitXperia tool

How to Root ?

  • Set up adb ( path ). How to do steps here.
  • Go to settings on your phone and enable unknown sources and USB Debugging option.
  • Download the above zip, extract it.
  • Click on Install.bat.
  • Follow the on screen instructions.
  • Your device will reboot and CMD will show “完了しました” or “— all finished —“, consider rooting done then.

Try the above method if you want root on Xperia Z2 17.1.2.A.0.314 firmware.. Let us know if it works. Drop your comments below.

Source – XDA

Gizmo Bolt android app launched on Play Store

Today we have launched official Gizmo Bolt android app on Play Store. As you all know our journey started with XperiaGuide.com and later it was revamped into GizmoBolt.com. We cover latest news from Internet on Gadgets, Social Network platforms, Apps, Review guides and How to Tutorials.

Gizmo Bolt android app works with all android devices running android 2.2+ version. 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 an option to see in magazine theme style is added. You can also add Gizmo Bolt widget on your phone’e home screen for faster updates.

Key Features of app

  • Notifies whenever a new article is available.
  • Sync now for latest articles manually.
  • White and Black background themes added.
  • Share posts on more than 10 social networks.
  • Unread posts : Posts which you have missed reading.
  • Last 24 hours : Check articles posted in last 24 hours.
  • List and Grid option available for post layout.
  • Read content offline.
  • Add Widgets on Home Screen.

Download Gizmo Bolt android app

Download Gizmo Bolt android app version 1.2 from Play Store.

Google Play

Below you can see the preview of Gizmo Bolt official android app.

Gizmo Bolt official android app

Gizmo Bolt app apk

Download Gizmo Bolt app

Gizmo Bolt android app review

Gizmo Bolt app Play Store

Gizmo Bolt review

Xperia Guide Android App

For all those users who are still using our Xperia Guide android app, we have updated it to version 2.0 today, you can download Xperia Guide android app from below.

Google Play

Install Gizmo Bolt android app on your android devices and let us know if you find any bugs or issues. Feel free to report it here or on Play Store. Don’t forget to rate the app on Play Store. We are eagerly waiting for your feedback.

Asus Zenfone 5 vs Zenfone 6 hands on size comparison

Asus recently launched Zenfone series in India with Zenfone 4, Zenfone 5 and Zenfone 6 at budget price for Indian market. Asus Zenfone 4 is launched in two models A400CG 4″ and A450CG 4.5″ at Rs 5999 ($99) and Rs 6999($116) respectively. Asus Zenfone 5 is launched in two variants of 8 GB and 16 GB model at Rs 9999($165) and Rs 12999($215) respectively while Asus Zenfone 6 16 GB model is priced at Rs 16999($281) in India.

We have picked Zenfone 5 and Zenfone 6 for hands on size comparison. Let’s see how much difference is their in build of both devices. Asus Zenfone 5 is 148.2 x 72.8 x 5.5-10.3 mm in dimensions weighing 145 grams while Zenfone 6 is 166.9 x 84.3 x 5.5-9.9 mm in dimensions weighing 196 grams. Asus has already claimed that they have sold 40000 units in India within 4 days of product launch. To purchase Asus Zenfone in India, check the listing at Flipkart.

Asus Zenfone 5 vs Zenfone 6 Comaprison

In Red is Zenfone 6, in Silver is Zenfone 5.

Asus Zenfone 5 vs Zenfone 6 Comaprison

Asus Zenfone 5 vs Zenfone 6

Zenfone 5 vs Zenfone 6

Zenfone 5 vs 6

Asus Zenfone 5 vs 6

Asus Zenfone 5 vs Zenfone 6 hands on

Asus Zenfone 5 vs Zenfone 6 size

Asus Zenfone 5 vs Zenfone 6 comparison

Asus Zenfone 5 vs 6 size comparison

What do you say guys is this the beginning of new budget android smartphones. Xiaomi has already landed Mi 3 in India at a very very reasonable price giving Asus Zenfone series a tough competition, will Asus will able to withstand it. Let’s see. Drop your comments below.

Install Xperia Android L Theme with Android L background wallpapers

We have seen so many Xperia Android L themes till now well this new Xperia Android L Theme with Android L background wallpapers in system UI is simple and great. It works on rooted Xperia handsets running android 4.3 or 4.4 versions, courtesy of XDA user SKA67.

Besides getting android L soft navigation keys you also get ascent colored UI and for each theme you get customized android L wallpaper in background of system UI. Download the theme zip file from below and flash in recovery, reboot. You can also try extracting the zip file, pull out apk and push in system/app folder, set permissions rw- r– r– and reboot.

Xperia Android L Themes

Download Xperia Android L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, L6, L7, L8, L9 theme pack from below.

Download THEMES.PACK.ANDROID.L.zip

Xperia Android L1 Theme preview

Xperia Android L1 Theme

Xperia Android L1 Theme apk

Xperia Android L2 Theme preview

Xperia Android L2 Theme preview

Xperia Android L2 Theme

Xperia Android L3 Theme preview

Xperia Android L3 Theme preview

Xperia Android L3 Theme

Xperia Android L4 Theme preview

Xperia Android L4 Theme preview

Xperia Android L4 Theme

Xperia Android L5 Theme preview

Xperia Android L5 Theme previe

Xperia Android L5 Theme

Xperia Android L6 Theme preview

Xperia Android L6 Theme preview

Xperia Android L6 Theme

Xperia Android L7 Theme preview

Xperia Android L7 Theme preview

Xperia Android L7 Theme

Xperia Android L8 Theme preview

Xperia Android L8 Theme preview

Xperia Android L9 Theme preview

Xperia Android L9 Theme preview

Xperia Android L9 Theme

Install Xperia Android L Theme package on your device and let us know which one you liked the most. Drop your comments below.

Install Xperia Blue iTheme with Metal Icons

We were looking for an Xperia theme with customized icons and got this metal blue theme with icons from XDA recognized themer funky0308 and it is simply cool. Xperia Blue iTheme is for rooted Xperia android 4.3 and android 4.4 users, no superuser mod required for this theme.

You get customized soft navigation keys with Xperia written in place of home button. Background UI of theme in all menus is slightly bluish in color with customized scrubbers. If you are installing the theme with metal icons then you get new icons for all system and other downloaded apps.

Xperia Blue iTheme

Download Xperia Blue iTheme with Metal Icons or without icons as you like. Push the apk in system/app folder, set permissions rw- r– r– and reboot. To do so follow these steps.

With Metal Icons

Download  iThemeMetalICONS.apk

Without Metal Icons

Download iThemeMetal.apk

Xperia Blue iTheme with Metal Icons

Xperia Blue Metal iTheme

Download Xperia iTheme

Let us know if you liked the theme. Drop your comments below.

Sony D2202, D2212 spotted at Indonesian Postel

Sony is planning to launch some new low end handsets at IFA Berlin 2014 event, it seems. Two new handsets Sony D2202 and Sony D2212 models are spotted at Indonesian Postel which has leaked so many Sony Xperia models in past before the official launch. By looking at the model number both devices seem to be low end handsets.

Sony D2202 and Sony D2212 model can be the same model of one device. If you look at model configuration they lie in between Xperia E1 and Xperia M2. Seeing Sony’s trend of following numbers in smartphone naming, we may see Xperia L or Xperia J successor in near future.

Sony D2202 and Sony D2212

Below you can see listing of Sony D2202 and Sony D2212.

Sony D2202 Sony D2212

What do you think guys, want to see successor or Xperia J or Xperia L ? Let us know, drop your comments below.

Source  – Indonesian Postel

Xperia Z2 17.1.2.A.0.314 firmware update rolling

Sony is rolling a minor update in form of 17.1.2.A.0.314 firmware on Xperia Z2 D6503 LTE. 17.1.2.A.0.314 firmware keeps Xperia Z2 on Android 4.4.2 only ( Android 4.4.4 update is still missing ), confirmed rolling via PC Companion in regions like Russia, Iran, Korea.

No major changes spotted in this 17.1.2.A.0.314 firmware update, it seems a security patch fixing update as Towel Root exploit fails to root this firmware for the time being. Connect your device to PC Companion and look for an update notification to update.

17.1.2.A.0.314 firmware

About phone details of 17.1.2.A.0.314 firmware below.

Xperia Z2 17.1.2.A.0.314 firmware

Download 17.1.2.A.0.314 firmware ftf

If you haven’t got the 17.1.2.A.0.314 firmware update yet, download the ftf from below link and flash it using Flash Tool.

Download D6503_17.1.2.A.0.314_Generic Thailand.rar

Let us know if you spot any noticeable changes in this update. We found that apps to SD card feature is not spotted in this update which is seen in Xperia T2 Ultra’s android 4.4.2 19.1.A.0.473 firmware update. Drop your comments below.

via – XDA

Buy Verizon Xperia Z2 Tablet at $499 for 2 year contract in US

Verizon Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G LTE variant is available for sale in US now from retail stores as well as online from Verizon Wireless. For a two year agreement it will cost you $499.99 and $599 as full price, activation fees will be applied. On Verizon EDGE it will cost $29.99/month, full device cost is split into 20 monthly installments.

Some accessories for Verizon Xperia Z2 Tablet are listed on product page viz. ZAGG Keys Universal Bluetooth Keyboard, Incipio Lexington Folio Case for Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet – BlackAnti-Scratch Screen Protector for Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet, Sony 10000 mAh Portable Power Supply.

Verizon Xperia Z2 Tablet

Buy Verizon Xperia Z2 Tablet

What do you say Xperia US users, are you going to buy Verizon Xperia Z2 Tablet ? Let us know. Drop your comments below.

Xperia C3 S55u 8MP Rear Camera Samples out

Sony’s first selfie smartphone Xperia C3 is creating buzz for it’s 5 MP front cam with LED flash and tweaked camera firmware for taking selfie shots. As world is talking about its front cam, lets see what its rear cam is capable of. Xperia C3 features 8 MP rear cam with LED flash.

A moment ago we saw Xperia C3 S55T images on China’s TENNA where its LTE network license passed. We are sharing some of shots taken from Xperia C3 S55u in day light, have a look at them.

Xperia C3 S55u Rear Camera Samples

Firmware used : 19.2.A.0.229.

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ISO : 100, Resolution : 3104×1746 pixels, Focal Length : 2.87 mm

ISO : 100, Resolution : 3264×2448 pixels, Focal Length : 2.87 mm

ISO : 100, Resolution : 3104×1746 pixels, Focal Length : 2.87 mm

ISO : 100, Resolution : 3104×1746 pixels, Focal Length : 2.87 mm

ISO : 100, Resolution : 3264×2448 pixels, Focal Length : 2.87 mm

ISO : 100, Resolution : 3104×1746 pixels, Focal Length : 2.87 mm

ISO : 100, Resolution : 3104×1746 pixels, Focal Length : 2.87 mm

ISO : 100, Resolution : 3104×1746 pixels, Focal Length : 2.87 mm

What do you say guys ? Impressed by pics, let us know. Drop your comments below.

via – Digi-Wo

Xperia C3 Dual S55T images spotted at China’s TENAA – Network License Passed

Sony recently unveiled Xperia C3 as the first true selfie smartphone and promised that it will be coming in August this year. Sony said mint colored Xperia C3 will be exclusive to China only and now it seems dual variant of Xperia C3 will hit China. Xperia C3 Dual S55t images are spotted at China’s TENNA where its network license for 4G LTE passed with bands 1900/1800/900 MHz (B34) / 1900 (B39) MHz, GSM (B41) / 2300 (B40) / 1900 (B39) MHz, TD-SCDMA 2000 TD-LTE 2500 along with FDD-LTE/W-CDMA international roaming.

Xperia C3 Dual features 5.5″ 720p HD screen display with Triluminos Mobile Bravia Engine 2 packed in 7.6mm light weight 150 (149.7) grams frame, Snapdragon S400 MSM8926 1.2 GHz quad core processor, 1 GB RAM, Adreno 305 GPU, 8 MP rear cam, 8 GB internal memory with 32 GB external SD card slot and android 4.4 KitKat out of the box.

Xperia C3 Dual S55T

Xperia C3 Dual S55T will come to China Mobile 4G carrier rumored to be priced around 1999 Yuan i.e. $322.

Xperia C3 Dual S55t TENNA

Xperia C3 Dual S55T

Xperia C3 Dual S55T Images

Xperia C3 S55t

We will keep you updated as soon as Xperia C3 hits market officially. Drop your comments below.

via – BlogofMobile, Digi-Wo

Xperia T2 Ultra 19.1.A.0.473 firmware Android 4.4.2 KitKat rolling, T2 Ultra Dual as 19.1.C.0.116 firmware

Android 4.4.2 KitKat update is now rolling for Xperia T2 Ultra as 19.1.A.0.473 firmware and Xperia T2 Ultra Dual as 19.1.C.0.116 firmware. Android 4.4.2 is still in seeding stage ( No Android 4.4.4 for the time being ), confirmed in India region for Xperia T2 Ultra on PC Companion.

Sony has posted the info on Sony blog about the update and confirms Xperia E1 and Xperia M2 are in line to get Android 4.4.2 KitKat update next. Android 4.4.2 update brings compatibility with  SmartBand SWR10 and Lifelog app, updated Sony Media apps, new UI for Sony PlayStation 4 app, tweaked status and notifications bar with performance enhancement and UI as per Google KitKat update.

Xperia T2 Ultra Android 4.4.2 KitKat Changelog

Sony has updated the detailed changelog on the product pages of both devices.

– Introducing Android 4.4.2 KitKat with many new features and enhancements
– Updated Camera application and overall tuning to improve the camera experience
– Enhanced email app
– Stability, performance & battery improvements

Xperia T2 Ultra 19.1.A.0.473 firmware

Xperia T2 Ultra Dual 19.1.C.0.116 firmware

19.1.C.0.116 firmware PC Companion

You can download the 19.1.C.0.116 firmware ftf from below if you haven’t got the update over PC Companion yet.

For D5322 

Download D5322_19.1.C.0.116 ftf  Unbranded
[ via XDA user Ashwin Prabhunerurkar ]

19.1.C.0.116 firmware About phone details

19.1.C.0.116 firmware About phone.

Xperia T2 Ultra 19.1.A.0.473 firmware

You can download the 19.1.A.0.473 firmware ftf from below if you haven’t got the update over PC Companion yet.

For Xperia T2 Ultra LET XM50t Chinese Variant

Download XM50t_19.1.D.0.132_CN.ftf
[ via XDA user Ashwin Prabhunerurkar ]

We will update the ftf for other variants very soon.

If you have already updated your Xperia T2 Ultra and Dual on Android 4.4.2 KitKat, let us know about the update. Drop your comments below.