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Xperia C Android 4.2.2 16.0.B.2.6 firmware update – Camera Improved

As when Xperia SP, T, TX and V users are waiting for Sony to roll out android 4.3 update officially on their handsets, meanwhile Sony has rolled out first firmware update for Sony Xperia C C2305. Sony Xperia C, Sony’s first MediaTek SoC powered dual-SIM handset is presently on android 4.2.2 16.0.B.0.21 firmware which has so many bugs as per users views.

16.0.B.2.6 firmware keeps Xperia C on android 4.2.2 only and is a minor bug fixing update only, sadly there will be no Android 4.3 update as per Sony’s statement. 16.0.B.2.6 firmware update is available via PC Companion and SUS, no OTA seens yet. 16.0.B.2.6 firmware is confirmed in regions like India, Indonesia, Malaysia and is still seeding so others will also get this very soon.

[ UPDATE – 25 March ] Xperia C 16.0.B.2.13 firmware Android 4.2.2 update – Battery Bug Fixed

How to Update Xperia C on Android 4.2.2 16.0.B.2.6 firmware ?

Connect you Xperia C to PC Companion and look for a 16.0.B.2.6 firmware update notification as shown below and proceed as per on screen instructions. If you get any error regarding “update engine” during updating your phone then try again after turning off the antivirus and it’s firewall.

Note :- No personal data is lost while updating from PC Companion.

For all those Xperia C users who haven’t got the 16.0.B.2.6 firmware update notification yet, we will post the 16.0.B.2.6 firmware ftf soon for manual flashing via flashtool.

Download Xperia C Android 4.2.2 16.0.B.2.6 firmware ftf – Manual Flashing

Download below posted ftf file and flash it on your Xperia C with the help of flashtool, flashing requires no root.

Download C2305_16.0.B.2.6_World_Generic.ftf | 649 MB
[ via XDA user devstaff ]

Phone – Xperia C C2305
Android – 4.2.2 Jelly Bean,
Kernel Version – 3.4.5
Build Number – 16.0.B.2.6
Baseband version – MOLY.WR8W1248.MD.WG.MP.V9.F4.P2, 2013/10/22 09:44

To check the software info on your Xperia C, Dial *#*#7378423#*#* > Service info > software info.

We now let’s discuss what changes are seen in this new 16.0.B.2.6 firmware update. Below mentioned changelog is made as per users review on this new 16.0.B.2.6 firmware.

Xperia C 16.0.B.2.6 firmware update – Features/Changelog

Camera improved a bit, pics color saturation has increased.
No change in UI.
Strange vanishing of icons from home screen after reboot is not seen now.
Automatic phone reboot issue fixed.
Proximity sensor issue fixed.
973-974 MB of RAM available for usage and more free RAM now. It was low for some users before.

It’s a worth update. So Xperia C users, have you updated to 16.0.B.2.6 firmware update, if yes then do let us know about your changelog and views on this firmware. Does this new 16.0.B.2.6 firmware update solve your bugs from previous firmware or not ?

We would like to hear from you, drop your comments below and do let us know while you comment that in which region you have got the update.

Thanks Navira Astadini, Pangeran 🙂

Download Android 4.3 Leaked ROM for Xperia SP and Xperia T

In our previous post we mentioned that Xperia SP Android 4.3 12.1.A.0.256 firmware screenshots and Xperia T LT30p Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.278 firmware screenshots have been leaked and guess what now both Xperia SP and Xperia T features the same UI, same Sony smart camera app and new Xperia themes what other members of Xperia Z family are enjoying.

Well leaks comes from XDA legendary developer “DooMLoRD” who first mentioned that system dump for the above firmware may not be available but guess what now it is available and you can download on your Xperia SP and Xperia T and enjoy the flavor of Android 4.3 before Sony releases it officially. As per DooMLoRD, these are internal testing firmwares for brown ( developer ) devices and now he has managed to get them boot onto red ) production devices.

[ UPDATE – 11 FEB ]

Xperia SP 12.1.A.0.266 firmware Android 4.3 Rolling Now Officially – Install it / Flash it manually.

Download Leaked Xperia SP Android 4.3 12.1.A.0.256 ROM

On android 4.3 Xperia SP will feature 12.1.A.0.256 firmware build and moreover many news features and app which are pretty cool. To install below mentioned ROM, you need to have your bootloader unlocked which will void the warranty.

Download SP-4.3_leak_256-DooMLoRD.zip | 705 MB

Installation Steps here from XDA Developer DooMLoRD

Check the screenshots below what this ROM will fetch you.

Xperia SP Android 4.3 12.1.A.0.256 firmware Screenshots Leaked

Download Leaked Xperia T LT30p Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.278 ROM

On android 4.3 Xperia T, TX and Xperia V will feature 9.2.A.0.278 firmware build which too smooth and without any lags. To install below mentioned ROM, you need to unlock your bootloader first which voids the warranty.

Download T-4.3_leak_278-DooMLoRD.zip | 663 MB

Installation Steps here from XDA Developer DooMLoRD

Check the screenshots below what this ROM will fetch you.

Xperia T LT30p Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.278 firmware Screenshots Leaked

If Xperia SP and Xperia T users are very keen to try the android 4.3 firmware, they can download above ROM and install it on their respective devices carefully. Firmware ftf is still not available.

If you want to wait for official android 4.3 firmware to land, just wait for sometime, it’s official release is very near now. Drop your comments if you have tried above ROM.

Xperia L 15.3.A.1.14 firmware certified – Minor Bug Fixing Update

Android 4.2.2 15.3.A.1.12 firmware update was recently rolled on Xperia L which was a major update and brought many fixes for the bugs but it seems current 15.3.A.1.12 firmware is troubling many Xperia L users as per comments received by us. Just now we spotted another minor bug fixing update 15.3.A.1.14 firmware has been certified for Xperia L on PTCRB website.

15.3.A.1.14 firmware certification is seen only for Xperia L C2015 so far now on PTCRB ans we hope soon it certifies for Xperia L C2104 also. Seeing Sony’s current firmware updating process it should come soon if it is actually meant to be rolled out.

[ UPDATE – 16 Jan ]

Xperia L 15.3.A.1.14 firmware update rolling – Camera Improved

Check below the 15.3.A.1.14 firmware certification for Xperia L C2105.

We hope this new 15.3.A.1.14 firmware fixes the proximity sensor bug where it remains lighted on sometimes and camera bug. Some users are also getting issues with their touch screen where it is not responding well.

What bugs you are facing Xperia L users on current 15.3.A.1.12 firmware update, drop your comments below with your bug list.

Xperia T LT30p Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.278 firmware Screenshots Leaked

Yesterday we saw a new revised android 4.3 9.2.A.0.278 firmware getting certified on PTCRB for Xperia T and Xperia V over previously certified 9.2.A.0.276 firmware build. A while ago we saw XDA legendary developer “DooMLoRD” leaked Xperia SP Android 4.3 12.1.A.0.256 firmware Screenshots and now he has done same with Xperia T LT30p.

With Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.278 firmware, Sony has brought same UI, same apps and same camera app on it’s all devices now which were promised to be updated to Android 4.3 firmware. Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.278 firmware screenshots are leaked from an internal testing firmware, do don’t ask for any system dump or Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.278 firmware ftf for the time being. It should also come to LT30a also.

[ UPDATE – 9 JAN ]

Download Android 4.3 Leaked ROM for Xperia SP 12.1.A.0.256 firmware and Xperia T 9.2.A.0.278 firmware – Need to Unlock bootloader to install

[ UPDATE – 9 Jan ]

Xperia SP Android 4.3 12.1.A.0.256 firmware Screenshots Leaked

Xperia T LT30p Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.278 firmware Screenshots Leaked

Xperia T LT30p now also get a new UI, new media apps with famous Sony Smart Camera App exactly what Xperia Z family members enjoy on their android 4.3 update.

On the basis of screenshots leaked we have made a bit changelog of features, check it out. Below mentioned features are almost similar to what Xperia SP Android 4.3 12.1.A.0.256 firmware has brought.

White UI exactly like Xperia Z1 android 4.3.
New Sony Smart Camera app.
New Media apps.
New Xperia Themes, downloadable content.
New Message app with left hand keyboard settings.
New Xperia Wallpapers.
New Xperia Home launcher.
No DUALSHOCK3 Controller settings.
More Free RAM. Total 847 MB of RAM is available now.
Does Camera quality improved ? NO word can be said until it get officially updated.
Smooth UI, project butter at its best, no lag at all.
No X-Reality for Mobile, still Bravia Engine 1 included.
Security Fixes.
Smooth and enhanced Graphical Experience.
More Quick settings in notification panel. ( upto 10 )
Magnification gesture settings.
Day Dream screensaver option.
Touch Screen responsive more
Stamina mode present now 🙂
Option to move apps to SD card.
Adapt to Lightning condition option in brightness settings.

Same features of android 4.3 9.2.A.0.278 firmware is also expected on Xperia V also when it will be released officially. Nothing regarding android 4.3 has come up for Xperia TX yet.

Well do you like Xperia T users, white UI impressed you or you still have obsession for black UI ? Do let us know your view on it. Drop your comments below.

Xperia SP Android 4.3 12.1.A.0.256 firmware Screenshots Leaked

Yesterday we saw a new android 4.3 12.1.A.0.256 firmware was certified for Xperia SP on PTCRB over previous certified 12.1.A.0.253 firmware build and just now XDA legendary developer DooMLoRD has posted screenshots of Xperia SP android 4.3 12.1.A.0.256 firmware which is about to get released soon in upcoming days officially. Well to be very clear let us tell you that only screenshots have been leaked so don’t ask for system dump or 12.1.A.0.256 firmware ftf for the time being.

Android 4.3 12.1.A.0.256 firmware brings the same taste of android 4.3 as what Xperia Z1 and other Xperia Z series member got, it means Xperia SP is about to get the same UI and other apps similar to what Xperia Z1 users have on their android 4.3 firmware update. Both Xperia SP C5302 and C5303/C5306 will get this same update.

[ UPDATE – 11 FEB ]

Xperia SP 12.1.A.0.266 firmware Android 4.3 Rolling Now Officially – Install it / Flash it manually.

[ UPDATE – 9 JAN ]

Download Android 4.3 Leaked ROM for Xperia SP 12.1.A.0.256 firmware and Xperia T 9.2.A.0.278 firmware – Need to Unlock bootloader to install

[ UPDATE – 9 JAN ]

Xperia T LT30p Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.278 firmware Screenshots Leaked

Xperia SP android 4.3 12.1.A.0.256 firmware Leaked Screenshots

Xperia SP gets new “white UI” on android 4.3 12.1.A.0.256 firmware and a new Sony Smart Camera app with cool “Xperia” Themes. Xperia SP will be coming directly from android 4.1.2 when it officially lands on it in a few days.

We made a bit of changelog as per the screenshots and what “DoomLoRD” posted.

White UI exactly like Xperia Z1 android 4.3.
New Sony Smart Camera app.
New Media apps.
New Xperia Themes, downloadable content.
New Message app with left hand keyboard settings.
New Xperia Wallpapers.
New Xperia Home launcher.
More Free RAM. Total 839 MB of RAM is available now.
Does Camera quality improved ? NO word can be said until it get officially updated.
Smooth UI, project butter at its best.
No X-Reality for Mobile, still Bravia Engine 2 included.
Security Fixes.
Smooth and enhanced Graphical Experience.
Magnification gesture settings.
Day Dream screensaver option.
Touch Screen responsive more.
Glove and Stamina mode present as like in previous firmwares
No option to move apps to SD card.

Do note that this is a leak from an internal testing firmware so in final version may be somethings are removed or added. Like it Xperia SP users ? Drop your views on above screenshots, do you like the white UI or want old black UI back ? It is a matter of some time only that it will officially being rolled on Xperia SP hopefully with very less number of bugs.

[ REVIEW ] ipega wireless Bluetooth controller for Xperia Devices

Sony has provided DUALSHOCK3 Wireless controller support in many Xperia smartphones so that you can connect your PS remote controller with your Xperia device and play your games in a more comfortable way. For those Xperia smartphones who don’t have that support and users who can’t afford PS remote controller, for all those users another wireless Bluetooth controller will server the purpose.

You must have heard of famous “MOGA” game controller for android devices, today we will be reviewing exactly same kind of wireless Bluetooth controller from “ipega”. ipega wireless Bluetooth controller supports both android and apple devices. It is priced at £29.95/$49.99/36.99€ inclusive of VAT at MobileFun.

[ REVIEW ] ipega wireless Bluetooth controller

ipega wireless Bluetooth controller comes in a very good box with description and compatibility of the controller written on its front side. Inside the box there is 1 controller and 1 USB cable to charge it and an user manual.

Back of cover reads the controller’s button description

Electrical Characteristics

Input – DC 5V 500 mA
Working Voltage – DC 3.7V
Working Current – 20 mA

Specifications

Bluetooth 3.0 powered.
Range – Can be controlled with in 6-8 m.
It can support at maximum 5.5 inch phone, so it will go well with Xperia Z1, Xperia Z, Xperia ZL, Xperia ZR, Xperia Z1 Compact, Xperia Z1s, Xperia L, Xperia SP, Xperia C and other Xperia 2012 and Xperia 2013 models.
Android Required – Works well with android 2.3+ versions.

Games Supported

It supports a lot variety of simulator and racing games like FC Simulator, SFC Simulator, Shadowgun, Sonic, 9 Innings 2013, Angry Birds, Temple Run, Fruit Ninja. You can also play games which support virtual keyboard like Gunman Clive, Helium Boy etc.

ipega wireless Bluetooth controller Buttons

There are two lights on the ipega wireless Bluetooth controller, top one blinks when the ipega wireless Bluetooth controller is paired with Bluetooth with another device and lower one blinks when you charge it with the USB cable.

Joystick Mode

To enter in joystick mode, press “X” button continuously then “home” button till you see Bluetooth red LED lights blinking. Now just pair it with your device.

Keyboard Mode

To enter in joystick mode, press “A” button continuously then “home” button till you see Bluetooth red LED lights blinking. Now just pair it with your device.

Mouse Mode

To enter in joystick mode, press “B” button continuously then “home” button till you see Bluetooth red LED lights blinking. Now just pair it with your device.

Connect USB cable at its bottom to charge it as in one full charge it lasts for 5-8 hours.

You can use it in iCade mode ( for iOS users only ), mouse mode, keyboard mode and joystick mode.

How to adjust phone on it ?

Slide the extensive holder upwards and then gently put your phone inside. We tested it with our Xperia Z1 and it goes very well in it 🙂 Don’t try putting Xperia Z Ultra inside it rather out Xperia Z Ultra on dock and then pair it with the ipega wireless Bluetooth controller and then use it in different modes.

How to pair your device with ipega wireless Bluetooth controller ?

Press “Home” button on the ipega wireless Bluetooth controller and wait till you see red LED lighted on then switch on the Bluetooth on your Xperia device, make it discoverable and it will be paired automatically and if it doesn’t then ipega wireless Bluetooth controller’s Bluetooth will be switch off automatically, once paired it red LED will glow continuously.

We also tested it pairing with our PC and it also goes well. It works well with most of the games but do read the manual which comes with as it will clarify your all doubts on how to use it in different modes in different games.

Pros

Wide range of device supported.
4 different modes in a controller.
Light Weight.
Huge list of supported games.

Cons

A bit typical to use for the first time users.
Short ranged, should have been atleast 1om.
Build plastic quality not so great.

If you’re looking to buy it, head over to ipega wireless Bluetooth controller listing page from MobileFun, they ship worldwide 🙂

If you have used this ipega wireless Bluetooth controller, do let us know do you like or you are using any other controller within same price range. Drop your comments regarding this.

Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C Priced in Europe UK £449, France Netherlands and Spain €549, Italy and Germany €499, Sweden 4695 kr, Poland 1999 zł.

Within one day of launching Sony Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C at CES 2014 Las Vegas, Sony has officially priced Xperia Z1 Compact in Europe and is available for pre-order now. Xperia Z1 Compact is the 4.3″ miniature version of mighty Xperia Z1 featuring the same hardware and software. Just like Xperia Z1, Sony has included free gits with Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C it you pre-order it now.

Previously we noticed Phone4U in UK is has listed Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C for pre-order as carrier based contract device ( on Vodafone, EE and Orange ), giving £119 worth Sony Wireless Speaker SRS-BTX300 free with it. Now you can order your Sony Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C officially from Sony stores in Europe so it will hit rest parts of world also for purchasing. Many online retailers like Clove UK and Amazon has also listed Xperia Z1C for pre-order now.

Sony Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1 Price in Europe

At present you can pre-order Sony Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C in UK, Spain, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Italy and Germany.

Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C Price in UK

Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C Price in UK £449, on pre-order you get Sony SmartWatch 2 SW2 free with it. It is expected to ship at the end of Feb 2014.

Pre-Order Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C in UK

Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C Price in France

Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C Price in France €549 and you get a refund of €50 on pre-ordering it now. Expected to ship at the end of Feb 2014.

Pre-Order Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C in France

Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C Price in Netherlands

Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C Price in Netherlands €549, on pre-order you get Sony SmartWatch 2 SW2 for €1 only. Expected to ship at the end of Feb 2014.

Pre-Order Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C in Netherlands

Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C Price in Spain

Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C Price in Spain €549, on pre-order you get Sony Wireless Headset DR-BTN200M for €1 only. Expected to ship at the end of Feb 2014.

Pre-Order Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C in Spain

Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C Price in Germany

Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C Price in Germany €499, on pre-order you get Sony Wireless Headset DR-BTN200M for €1 only. Expected to ship at the end of Feb 2014.

Pre-Order Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C in Germany

Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C Price in Italy

Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C Price in Italy €499, on pre-order you get Sony Wireless Headset DR-BTN200M for €1 only. Expected to ship at the end of Feb 2014.

Pre-Order Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C in Italy

Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C Price in Sweden

Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C Price in Sweden 4695 kr, on pre-order you get Sony Wireless Headset DR-BTN200M for 1 kr only. Expected to ship at the end of Feb 2014.

Pre-Order Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C in Sweden

Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C Price in Poland

Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C Price in Poland 1999 zł, on pre-order you get Sony Wireless Headset DR-BTN200M for 1 zł, only. Expected to ship at the end of Feb 2014.

Pre-Order Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C in Poland

Sony has priced Xperia Z1 Compact at the same price tag in which flagship devices are priced, but we should not forgot the Xperia Z1 Compact features exactly same hardware which Xperia Z1 supports so it’s obvious that it will fall in expensive phones price tag.

Xperia Z1 Compact under the name of Xperia Z1 F is available in Japan and soon it will come to China as Sony M51w on 14 Jan hopefully as Sony has organised a press conference on the very same day. As Sony launched Xperia Z1 separately in India, so we can expect this time also Sony will organize a press conference for launching Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C soon and it should be priced around 35000 INR above, we assume so Xperia Z1C Price in India and release date is still unknown officially.

Download White Paper Pdf of Xperia Z1 Compact

Detailed Specifications of Xperia Z1 Compact

Follow the Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact Facebook Fan page.

Pre-Order Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact in UK from Phones4U – Get £119 Sony Wireless speaker free.

So what do you think, has Sony priced Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C decently ? Will you be buying it, let us know. Drop your comments below.

Sony Magnetic Charging Dock DK32 for Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C Launched

Sony Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C, the very first true mini smartphone from any manufacturer so far. Sony officially announced it yesterday at CES 2014 event along with Xperia Z1s LTE edition exclusively for T-Mobile USA. Xperia Z1 Compact is a 4.3″ version of Xperia Z1 and supports almost similar hardware what Xperia Z1 features, it clearly means all accessories which go hand in hand with Xperia Z1 will also support Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C.

Sony launched Sony Magnetic Charging Dock DK30 for Xperia Z Ultra and Sony Magnetic Charging Dock DK31 for Xperia Z1 separately though only one would also have severed the purpose and now Sony has officially announced the Sony Magnetic Charging Dock DK32 for Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C separately.

Sony Magnetic Charging Dock DK32 for Xperia Z1 Compact

Sony Magnetic Charging Dock DK32 is especially for Xperia Z1 Compact, fitted with a magnetic cable just like EC21 magnetic charging cable was seen in Dock DK31.

Specifications

Dimensions – 60 x 46 x 16 mm
Weight – 25 grams.

Sony Magnetic Charging Dock DK32 kit contains 2 separate adapter one to use with case on and other without case. Unfortunately just like Dock DK30 and DK31, it only supports charging via wall socket only, means you won’t be able to charge via computer’s USB port via Dock DK32 cable.

It is under “Coming Soon” tag on Sony’s website and price of Sony Magnetic Charging Dock DK32 will be revealed very soon. While online retailers have priced it for £20.82 i.e. $34.17 and hopefully this will be the price on Sony stores also.

Download White Paper Pdf of Xperia Z1 Compact

Detailed Specifications of Xperia Z1 Compact

Follow the Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact Facebook Fan page.

Pre-Order Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact in UK from Phones4U – Get £119 Sony Wireless speaker free.

Sony also launched Stereo Bluetooth Headset SBH80 besides Dock DK32. So are you considering to buy Xperia Z1 Compact and moreover this new Dock DK32 where the previous docks will also fit in with Xperia Z1C. Do let us know your views on it.

Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.278 firmware certified for Xperia T and Xperia V again

Only 4 devcies are left without android 4.3 update as mentioned by Sony viz. Xperia SP, Xperia T, Xperia TX and Xperia V. A while ago we saw new android 4.3 12.1.A.0.256 firmware Certified for Xperia SP again, previous build certified was 12.1.A.0.253. On 31st December we saw Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.276 firmware getting certified for Xperia T and Xperia V and nothing for Xperia TX yet. But there has been revision to previous certified build for Xperia T and Xperia V.

We just spotted new Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.278 firmware certified for Xperia T and Xperia V and nothing for Xperia TX yet on PTCRB website. It seems this revised build is a bug fixing update of previous build and should come soon anytime now. Have a look at the certification below.

[ UPDATE – 9 JAN ]

Xperia T LT30p Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.278 firmware Screenshots Leaked

Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.278 firmware certified for both Xperia T variants LT30p and LT30a.

Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.278 firmware certified for Xperia V LT25i

As today only Xperia T, V and SP got revised firmware certification it seems Sony is planning to release all 3 at the same time and we hope we see soon android 4.3 firmware certification for Xperia TX also.

What issues you are facing now Xperia T and Xperia V users on present android 4.1.2 firmware, drop your comments below.

New Android 4.3 12.1.A.0.256 firmware Certified for Xperia SP again

Sony Xperia SP users are furious over Sony for delaying android 4.3 update, back in December we saw android 4.3 12.1.A.0.253 firmware being certified for all variants of Sony Xperia SP and then later an alleged about phone screenshot from android 4.3 12.1.A.0.252 firmware was leaked. When we asked Sony Xperia support on Twitter that what is the progress with android 4.3 update for Xperia SP, thy replied “work is still in progress“.

Well it seems Sony is rectifying some major bugs from previous certified firmware as again a new Android 4.3 12.1.A.0.256 firmware has been certified for Sony Xperia SP on PTCRB website. It seems the final android 4.3 build for Xperia SP and should come soon now.

[ UPDATE – 15 Jan ]

12.1.A.0.256 firmware Certification has been removed from PTCRB site now for the time being.

[ UPDATE – 9 Dec ]

Xperia SP Android 4.3 12.1.A.0.256 firmware Screenshots Leaked – New White UI, Sony Smart Camera App and Xperia Themes

Check below the certification of Android 4.3 12.1.A.0.256 firmware on PTCRB website for all version of Xperia SP viz. C5302, C5303, C5306.

At present Sony Xperia SP is on android 4.1.2 firmware and has many serious bugs like poor camera quality, battery and heating issues etc.

It is expected that Xperia SP will get same UI just like Xperia Z and other family members got in their android 4.3 firmware update. It should be now the matter of some days that this Android 4.3 12.1.A.0.256 firmware goes live for Xperia SP. Drop your comments Xperia SP users, are you satisfied with Sony’s policy is delaying updates over and over.

5.2″ inch Sony “Sirius” 2014 flagship and Sony “Castor” for MWC Debut – Evleaks reports

It has only been 24 hours since we saw Sony officially launching Xperia Z1 Compact ( Xperia Z1C ), the miniature version of Xperia Z1 and Sony Xperia Z1s LTE version for T-Mobile USA. Unfortunately as already mentioned by Sony no flagship device is introduced, so what’s next flagship device from Sony Mobiles.

As Snapdragon 805 SoC has already been introduced by Snapdragon so will new flagship device gonna featuring it ? Well hopefully the answer is no for now. Just now Twitter handle of @evleaks have tweeted about Sony’s 2014 flagship device, a 5.2″ Sony “Sirius” and new tablet with codename Sony “Castor”.

Sony “Sirius” Leaked specs as per @Evleaks

Sony Sirius (2014 flagship) tipped for MWC debut: 5.2-inch display, MSM8974AB SoC, and a home on Verizon in the US.

— @evleaks (@evleaks) January 7, 2014

As per @evleaks, Sony “Sirius” is a 5.2″ device powered by Snapdragon 800 MSM8974AB SoC, expected to debut during MWC 2014 and hopefully will land on “Verizon” this time in US. It seems Sony is now concentrating on its market in US.

Sony “Castor” Leaked Specs as per @Evleaks

Sony Castor: an MSM8974AB-powered tablet, in 4G and Wi-Fi flavors.

— @evleaks (@evleaks) January 7, 2014

As per @evleaks, Sony “Castor” is a tablet powered by Snapdragon 800 MSM8974AB SoC and available in both LTE and Wi-Fi version.

Nothing more can be said regarding above both devices but surely the new 2014 Sony’s flagship device will be the censure of everyone’s eye.

Now we have to see how long will Xperia Z1 remains Sony’s flagship device. What do you think, is 5.2″ device good for a flagship range ? Are you OK with such device while Sony “Castor” will be the tablet we will be looking for…

Download White Paper Pdf of Xperia Z1 Compact and Xperia Z1s LTE

Sony has finally released the first ever true mini smartphone as Sony Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C and LTE version of Xperia Z1 in USA on T-Mobile as Xperia Z1S at CES 2014 event. Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C is the 4.3″ version of Xperia Z1 while Xperia Z1s LTE is exactly similar to Xperia Z1 features except that it is exclusively launched for T-Mobile USA.

If you are keen on finding more about Xperia Z1 Compact and Xperia Z1S LTE, please browse given below links as we have already covered detailed posts on them. Xperia Z1 Compact will be available in February 2014 while Xperia Z1s LTE goes for sale in mid Jan 2014.

Pre-Order Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact in UK from Phones4U – Get £119 Sony Wireless speaker free.

Detailed Specifications of Xperia Z1 Compact

Xperia Z1C as Xperia Z1 Compact Officially announced at CES 2014

Download White Paper Pdf of Xperia Z1 Compact and Xperia Z1s LTE

Follow the Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact Facebook Fan page.

Download White Papers pdf for Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C and Xperia Z1s LTE

Just now we spotted that Sony has officially put up the white papers pdf of both Xperia Z1 Compact and Xperia Z1s LTE. Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact is launched at Sony D5503 only one single model LTE powered and Xperia Z1s as Sony C6916 single model LTE powered, the same model number Sony C6916 was also launched in Canada recently by Sony.

Download Xperia Z1C / Xperia Z1 Compact White Paper

Download whitepaper_EN_d5503_xperia_z1_compact_1.pdf

Download Xperia Z1s LTE White Paper

Download Xperia_Z1s_LTE_C6916_WP_1.pdf

We hope soon Sony uploads quick user guide for both phones.

In the meantime we would like to ask you will be buying Xperia Z1 Compact ? It impressed us a lot and especially the which Sony has put up this time. For US users, finally Sony has launched the LTE version so what are you thinking…

Pre-Order Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact in UK from Phones4U – Get £119 worth Sony Wireless Speaker Free

It has only been a few hours since we saw official announcement of Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact from Sony at CES 2014 event, the first ever true mini smartphone with a high end hardware and software inbuilt unlike other OEMs which were compromising on hardware very much. Sony Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact features 4.3″ 720p IPS Panel with Triluminos display, Snapdragon 800 SoC with Adreno 330 GPU and 20.7 MP Sony “G” Lens rear cam exactly what it’s elder sibling Xperia Z1 features. It will be available online and in stores in February 2014.

Just now we spotted many retailers have started taking pre-orders of Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact and shipping starts on 31st Jan 2014, one such retailer in UK is Phone4U. Phones4U has put all available 4 colors of Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact for pre-order with a very tempting offer. At present Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact is only available under carrier based contract device from Phones4U.

Pre-Order Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact in UK

As per the listing on Phones4U, Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact is available under contract with Vodafone, UK and Orange carriers with phone bearing no cost. Ordering Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact from Phones4U in UK will fetch you complimentary free Sony wireless speaker SRS-BTX300 worth £119 and upto £65 of movies and music.

If you are looking for unlocked Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact in UK it will be priced around £440 and listing may go live in early February 2014 as per sources so if you want it now pre-order your Xperia Z1C now.

Pre-Order Xperia Z1C or Xperia Z1 Compact here

We will soon put the listing of Sony Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact price as per different regions.

Detailed Specifications of Xperia Z1 Compact

Xperia Z1C as Xperia Z1 Compact Officially announced at CES 2014

Download White Paper Pdf of Xperia Z1 Compact and Xperia Z1s LTE

Follow the Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact Facebook Fan page.

Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact is the best ever mini smartphone world has ever seen till now, what do you think of ? Are you going to buy it. Do let us know your views on it.

Xperia Z1C as Xperia Z1 Compact Officially announced at CES 2014

Sony has officially announced the miniature version of Xperia Z1 globally as Sony Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C at CES 2014 Las Vegas event exclusively. We have seen Xperia Z1 Mini as Sony D5503 ( LTE version ) number of time in leaks prior to the official announcement and it is exactly identical to what it appeared in leaks. Xperia Z1C or Xperia Z1 Compact is the sibling of Xperia Z1F which was only announced in Japan some months ago.

Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact is the first true mini smartphone ever produced by any company yet, it supports exactly the same CPU, GPU and other specs what Xperia Z1 features. Xperia Z1 Compact is released in 4 variants of bright colors viz. Black, White, Pink and Lime and will be available globally for purchase in February 2014.

Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact Official Photo Gallery

Let’s have a look at the specifications of Xperia Z1 Compact in brief :-

Snapdragon 800 SoC MSM8974 2.2GHz Quad Core
4.3 inch 720p screen – IPS Panel
2GB RAM
16GB onboard memory
20.7MP Rear cam with Sony’s “G” Lens and 2MP front cam.
2300mAh battery
Android 4.3 Jelly Bean.
Dimensions – 127mm x 64.9mm x 9.5 mm

Pre-Order Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact in UK from Phones4U

Pre-Order for Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact for carrier bases devices has started in UK now. At present it is available under Vodafone, Orange and EE with phone bearing no cost and you get some complimentary gifts also.

Unlocked Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact will be priced at £440 in UK and listing will go live in early Feb 2014. To order your Xperia Z1 Compact locked device in UK, follow the link below.

Pre-Order Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact in UK from Phones4U – Get £119 Sony Wireless speaker free.

Xperia Z1 Compact aka Xperia Z1C Priced in Europe UK £449, France Netherlands and Spain €549, Italy and Germany €499, Sweden 4695 kr, Poland 1999 zł.

Download White Paper pdf of Xperia Z1 C aka Xperia Z1 Compact

White papers pdf are available now while quick user guide is yet to be uploaded by Sony.

Download White Paper Pdf of Xperia Z1 Compact

Detailed Specifications of Xperia Z1 Compact

Follow the Xperia Z1C aka Xperia Z1 Compact Facebook Fan page.

We will list detailed specifications of Xperia Z1 Compact on a separate page very soon. What do you think guys, planning to buy Xperia Z1 Compact as it is the first every true “MINI” version of a smartphone produced on planet Earth. We are impressed a lot 🙂

Sony M51w aka Xperia Z1 Mini Chinese Version CLEAR Pics Leaked – To feature IPS Display ?

A few hours left only now for Sony’s official press conference at CES 2014 Las Vegas event where Sony might introduce the Xperia Z1 Mini international version ( Sony D5503 ) and hopefully Xperia Z1s also ( which as per image and specs leaked by Twitter handle of @evleaks earlier today claims that it is the 4.3 inch 720p screen T-Mobile USA version of Xperia Z1 ). Right before the CES event we have spotted some the best ever pics leaked of Xperia Z1 Mini.

A tipster from Digi-Wo has posted 7 legitimate CLEAR pics leaked ever of Xperia Z1 Mini Chinese Version ( which will be exactly similar to international version ) claimed as Sony M51w which was recently certified by Ministry of Industry ( China ) alongside with Sony L39u and Sony XM50h. Sony China is organizing a press conference on 14 Jan 2014 where they will officially announce Xperia Z1 Mini Chinese version aka Sony M51w. Let’s have a look what leaked pics has us to tell about profile of device…

As per the source, Sony M51w aka Xperia Z1 Mini Chinese Version / Xperia Z1 Mini international version will feature 720p 4.3 inch IPS display and has a better display that Xperia Z1.

[ Click on Pics to ZOOM ]

Front cam is positioned at very right end above screen.

Screen looks better than Xperia Z1 ( as per tipster ).

Sony’s “G” lens 20.7 MP rear cam with LED flash positioned in line with rear cam sensor.

No ports/flaps on right vertical side of phone, though in Xperia Z1 we have SIM card slot.

SIM card slot, magnetic charging dock pins, micro SD card and USB Port at left vertical side of phone.

Exactly same branding of Sony and Xperia on back panel of phone.

Actual model name of international version of Xperia Z1 Mini has not come up yet. Other specs of Xperia Z1 Mini international version which has come across are :-

Snapdragon 800 SoC MSM8974 2.2GHz Quad Core
4.3 inch 720p screen.
2GB RAM
16GB onboard memeory
20.7MP Rear cam with Sony’s “G” Lens and 2MP front cam.
2300mAh battery
Android 4.3 Jelly Bean.

It’s almost near now, Sony’s press conference at CES 2014, check below link to view it live.

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

Xperia Z1 Mini international / Chinese version will be the first true “MINI” smartphone ever produced with an awesome true hardware not just like other OEMs who have downgraded the hardware and planted “Mini” brand in front of their flagship device.

Are you excited for Xperia Z1 Mini, well we are a lot. Do let us know how you find above pics ?

[ REVIEW ] Sony Smartphone Tripod SPA-MK20M for Xperia Z1

Are you looking for buying a small tripod stand for your smartphone, well if yes we have something for you. It’s review time now and we have picked Sony Smartphone Tripod SPA-MK20M stand today for reviewing. Well recently starting with Xperia Z and till Xperia Z1 we have seen some of the best ever mobile camera provided by Sony in their Xperia Smartphones; Xperia Z1 having outstanding camera quality with 20.7 MP rear cam with Sony’s “G” Lens. Sony Smartphone Tripod SPA-MK20M is the perfect pick for every person who uses his Xperia smartphone much for photography.

Sony Smartphone Tripod SPA-MK20M is compatible with all Sony Xperia 2012 and Xperia 2013 models like Xperia S, Xperia SL, Xperia Ion, Xperia T, Xperia TX, Xperia V, Xperia Z, Xperia ZL, Xperia ZR, Xperia C, Xperia L, Xperia E, Xperia M and Xperia Z1. Sony Smartphone Tripod SPA-MK20M is priced at £39.99/$65.49/48.99€ and is an official Sony product.

[ REVIEW ] Sony Smartphone Tripod SPA-MK20M

Sony Smartphone Tripod SPA-MK20M comes in a white-red combination box with FIFA World Cup 2014 Brasil logo which was also seen on the box of Xperia Z1 and Z Ultra. Inside box you find one tripod stand and carrying pouch for the phone.

Back side of box read the description about specifications and size of Sony Smartphone Tripod SPA-MK20M and a pictorial guide on how to use it.

Specifications of Sony Smartphone Tripod SPA-MK20M

Dimension – Approx. 57 x 171 x 55 mm
Mass – Approx. 80g ( 2.8 oz )

Compatible Device Measurement / mass

Width – 54-76 mm
Thickness – under 15 mm
Mass – under 250g

We have tested the Sony Smartphone Tripod SPA-MK20M with our Xperia Z1, it goes well and it should also go well with other Sony Xperia devices. Steady pictures and capturing videos are a lot easier now 🙂

How to adjust your phone on Sony Smartphone Tripod SPA-MK20M ?

First of all assemble all the products at a place. It has a tripod stand and universal camera holder which has a standard 1/4-20 UNC internal camera thread that can be attached to a full-size tripod or any other mount.

Open the legs of Sony Smartphone Tripod SPA-MK20M stand and place it gently on a plane surface.

Now screw the camera holder on the tripod stand.

Now after adjusting the camera holder on top of tripod stand, just help of some other person and ask them to hold the phone and stretch the slider on universal camera holder from both sides ( top sliders are stretched to opposite directions and bottom slider is stretched upwards ) and in the mean time place your phone inside it gently.

Be cautious when you are putting your phone inside camera holder, don’t end chipping your phone’s part. While putting Xperia Z1 make sure power button side is at the location where two sliders are present in camera holder.

Pros

Very Light Weight.
Easy to use, durable.
100% Compatible with wide range of Xperia smartphones.
Universal camera holder can be used on wide varieties of mount.

Cons

Length of tripod legs is very small but still we are not considering it as a disadvantage.

If you are looking to buy it, MobileFun ships it worldwide; check the listing of Sony Smartphone Tripod SPA-MK20M at MobileFun.

We also tried adding the tripod stand to our Nikon cam and it fits well so it’s a multi-usage item, you can use it on many devices. Very much satisfied with the Sony Smartphone Tripod SPA-MK20M. Do let us know if you have used this product or any similar you are using, we would like to hear your views. Drop your comments below.

T-Mobile USA Xperia Z1s Pic and Specs Leaks – Is it Xperia Z1 Mini ?

Just a few hours before Sony’s official press conference at CES 2014 at 6 Jan, 5 PM Las Vegas; T-Mobile USA Xperia Z1s pic and specs have been leaked by trusted “evleaks”. It is rumored that Sony is about to announce global Xperia Z1 Mini version ( just like Xperia Z1F in Japan ) as Sony D5503 and Xperia Z1s at CES. But after this leak from evleaks it seems that Xperia Z1s is the name of mini version of Xperia Z1 in USA, Is it ?

A lot ago we saw evleaks leaking a pic of Xperia Z1s front panel which is exactly similar to the pic leaked today. Twitter handle of “evleaks” has just tweeted briefly the specifications and a pic of Xperia Z1s which they claim as the Xperia Z1 Mini with a 4.3 inch 720p screen.

First let’s have a look at the leaked pic of T-Mobile USA Xperia Z1s. Do notice the “T-Mobile” branding on the bottom panel of Xperia Z1s.

Leaked Specs of Xperia Z1s as per “evleaks”

Sony XPERIA Z1^s: MSM8974 2.2GHz x 4, 4.3" 720p, 2GB/16GB, 20.7MP/2MP, 2300mAh, JB MR2.

— @evleaks (@evleaks) January 6, 2014

Snapdragon 800 SoC MSM8974 2.2GHz Quad Core
4.3 inch 720p screen.
2GB RAM
16GB onboard memeory
20.7MP Rear cam with Sony’s “G” Lens and 2MP front cam.
2300mAh battery

If the above pic is to believed it is very much similar to recently launched Xperia Z1 L39t in China ( 4G model ) that’s why it was speculated before that Xperia Z1s may be the facelift version of Xperia Z1 but now it seems that it is the Xperia Z1 Mini model for T-Mobile USA.

Are you excited, only a few more hours to wait what Sony has for us for the Q1 2014. Sony’s CES 2014 conference will be broadcasted live and you can watch it here on our blog. Click below link to check the timings of the show.

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

Finally a 4G model of either Xperia Z1 or Mini will land in USA, how do you fell. Drop your comments below.

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

Time has come, year’s first international tech show CES 2014 is here now. CES 2014 continues from 7th Jan – 10th Jan 2014 at Las Vegas, USA and on 6th Jan Sony Mobile will hold a press conference. It is being already confirmed from Sony that on 6th Jan there will be a press conference, curious thing is that are they going to announce new handset on the very same day.

Press Conference may start with keynote from Sony Mobile CEO Kazuo Hirai and what Sony has brought this time new for the users, a new handset, a new TV technology or anything else.

You can now view watch Sony’s CES 2014 Press Conference Live, 6 Jan at 5pm from Las Vegas. Below you will find the live video streaming which will go on air at 5 PM ( PST ) on 6 Jan.

Sony’s CES 2014 Press Conference Live video streaming

Check the local timings of Sony’s CES 2014 Press Conference timings as per your region.

It will be aired live at 5 PM ( PST ) USA 6th Jan Monday , 06.30 AM ( IST ) India 7th Jan Tuesday, 01.00 AM UK 7th Jan Tuesday.

Rumors are that Sony may announce international version of Xperia Z1 Mini ( aka Sony D5503 ) exclusively and very less chances of announcing any new flagship device as they already mentioned that Xperia Z1 will remain flagship in 2014. Above space will be be updated LIVE as when the conference begins.

Are you excited ?

Is Sony M51w/Xperia Z1 Mini version launching in China on 14 January 2014 ?

Yesterday we saw Sony L39u, Sony XM50h and Sony M51w models being certified by Chinese Ministry of Industry and rumors says that Sony M51w is the Chinese version of Xperia Z1 F ( Japanese Version ). Just now Sony Mobiles China has hinted that a new device is coming on 14 January 2014.

Pic displays four patches of color viz. Yellow, Black, White, Pink on a gray background and notation reads 14 January 2014. 4 colors resemble those 4 colors in which Xperia Z1 F was launched in Japan. Well it clearly indicates that Xperia Z1 Mini is coming in China and globally too.

[ UPDATE – 6 Dec ]

Sony M51w aka Xperia Z1 Mini Chinese Version CLEAR Pics Leaked – To feature IPS Display

Sony’s Press Event in China on 14 Jan 2014

Sony’s press conference on 6 Jan at CES 2014 is also fixed already, we hope to see Sony Mobiles launching Sony D5503 aka Xperia Z1 Mini International version and then gradually it will be released in China also on 14 Jan 2014 hopefully ?

Are you excited for Sony’s press conference at CES 2014 and especially for Xperia Z1 Mini international version ? Drop your comments below.

[ via – Sony China ] Thanks Puneeth 🙂

Sony L39u, XM50h, M51w Models certified by Chinese Ministry of Industry

Many new Sony 2014 models have been apparently seen on AnTuTu benchmark database and Indonesian Postel website. Yesterday we saw Sony D2104 as Xperia E1 Dual and Sony D2004 as Xperia E1 being spotted on FCC and a few days ago Sony SGP521, D2005, D2105 and D5503 were spotted on Indonesian Postel website and Sony D6503, D5303, D2105, D2005 , D2004 and D2303 were spotted on AnTuTu Benchmark database/

Some more Sony models viz. Sony L39u, Sony XM50h and Sony M51w specifically for China region are being certified by Chinese Ministry of Industry as reported by a tipster on Weibo. Have a look at the certification of frequency bands below before we predict which models is coming as under which commercial name.

[ UPDATE ]

Sony D2104 as Xperia E1 Dual and Sony D2004 as Xperia E1 seen on FCC

[ Click on Image to ZOOM ]

Sony M51w is rumored to be Chinese version of Xperia Z1 F ( Japanese Version ) and whose international version as Sony D5503 is expected to be revealed at CES 2014 event.

Sony XM50h is very much rumored as new Sony 6″ inch phablet featuring MediaTek SoC MT6592 1.7 GHz octa-core.

What is Sony L39u is still unknown. Well CES 2014 event is not far away now and soon we will see some of the recently seen Sony 2014 models getting launched hopefully.

Thanks Ben 🙂

Sony delaying Android 4.3 for Xperia SP, No ETA yet “work in progress”

Xperia SP users are now bombarding us with comments when they will get android 4.3 firmware update as when it was promised to be delivered in December 2013 only. Android 4.3 12.1.A.0.253 firmware was certified a week ago on PTCRB website and a few days back we saw Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.276 firmware for Xperia T and Xperia V getting certified on PTCRB and now questions arises is Xperia SP getting android 4.3 at the same time with Xperia T and Xperia V now ?

We asked official Sony Xperia Support on Twitter regarding the ETA of Android 4.3 Xperia SP update and they replied that “Sony is still working on it” and should come soon though no ETA was given by them.

[ UPDATE – 9 Dec ]

Xperia SP Android 4.3 12.1.A.0.256 firmware Screenshots Leaked – New White UI, Sony Smart Camera App and Xperia Themes

[ UPDATE – 8 Dec ]

New Android 4.3 12.1.A.0.256 firmware Certified for Xperia SP again

Check our conversation with Xperia Support Twitter. We presented them that users are frustrated over delay in rolling android 4.3 for Xperia SP.

@ImAnurag27 Sorry for the delay, the Xperia SP will be getting 4.3, however we can’t provide a specific date.

— Sony Xperia (@sonyxperia) December 31, 2013

When we asked will Xperia SP gets android 4.3 in 1st week of Jan 2014, they decided to remain mum on this issue.

@ImAnurag27 The Xperia T, TX and V will be getting 4.3, time and availability will be informed through our blogs and @SonyMobileNews

— Sony Xperia (@sonyxperia) December 31, 2013

We do expect that it should come soon in 1st week of Jan 2014.
What do you think Xperia SP users are you frustrated over Sony for delaying so much android 4.3 for Xperia SP ?

Sony D2104 as Xperia E1 Dual, Sony D2004 as Xperia E1 Spotted on FCC

We have already seen more than 7 new Sony 2014 models on AnTuTu benchmark database and on Indonesian Postel website which stirred the rumors for Sony’s 2014 lineup. Sony SGP521, D2005, D2105 and D5503 were spotted on Indonesian Postel website and Sony D6503, D5303, D2105, D2005 , D2004 and D2303 were spotted on AnTuTu Benchmark database a few days ago and just now some of them now seen on solid FCC network.

We just spotted that Sony D2104 and Sony D2004 both passes through FCC ( 1, 2 ) network which 100% marks the presence of Sony D2104 and Sony D2004 officially as the devices among Sony’s 2014 models lineup. Check below the listing of Sony D2104 and Sony D2004 on FCC.

Sony D2104 as Xperia E1 Dual and Sony D2004 as Xperia E1

Sony D2104 and Sony D2105 are the commercial names and as per documents seen on FCC, they have been labelled as Sony Xperia E1 Dual ( HSPA+ and LTE version ) which were previously speculated as facelift version of Xperia L.

Another device Sony D2114 is also spotted whose exact model number is unknow.

Sony D2104 spotted on FCC

Sony D2104 as Xperia E1 Dual

Notice the two IMEI numbers labels which indicates it as Dual Sim Mobile. Sony D2104 is spotted as running 20.0.B.0.26 firmware, android version not specified yet and accessories listed as USB Cable, earphones, Battery and AC Adapter. Apparently Sony D2105 scored 13001 points on AnTuTu Benchmark.

Sony D2004 spotted on FCC

Sony D2004 as Xperia E1

Sony D2004 scored 12633 points on AnTuTu benchmark when previously spotted. Only one IMEI number confirms it is single SIM phone running 20.0.A.0.26 firmware, android version not specified yet and accessories listed as USB Cable, earphones, Battery and AC Adapter. Sony D2005 spotted on AnTuTu Benchmark scoring 12790 points.

Listing of Sony D2104 and Sony D2004 on FCC has now revealed the mystery behind the real names of devices. Sony D2104 will comes as Xperia E1 Dual and Sony D2004 as Xperia E2 dual.

What do you think guys, as CES 2104 event is very near and we are expecting Sony to launch some new models of Sony 2104 lineup. It is also speculated the Sony D5503 will be revealed as Xperia Z1 Mini international version and no flagship device will be launched.

Thanks Ben 🙂

Xperia T and Xperia V Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.276 firmware Certified

Finally a happy news for Sony Xperia T and Xperia V users who were asking again and again when android 4.3 update will come to their devices, just now we spotted PTCRB has certified Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.276 firmware for both Xperia T and Xperia V. At present Xperia T and Xperia V are on android 4.1.2 9.1.A.1.145 firmware.

9.2.A.0.276 firmware changes the build from 9.1.A.X.XXX to 9.2.A.X.XXX which clearly indicates a significant major update i.e. Android 4.3 as promised by Sony. To our surprise no android4.3 firmware is certified for Xperia TX yet on PTCRB website.

[ UPDATE – 9 JAN ]

Xperia T LT30p Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.278 firmware Screenshots Leaked

Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.276 firmware certified by PTCRB for Xperia V LT25i.

Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.276 firmware certified by PTCRB for Xperia T

Both Xperia T versions LT30p and LT30a will be getting similar Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.276 firmware update.

We expect Android 4.3 9.2.A.0.276 firmware soon will also be certified for Xperia TX.

It is speculated that Xperia T, Xperia TX and Xperia V will get the same UI as which other Xperia Z family members got in their android 4.3 update recently and if it not comes then surely it would be a disappointment for the users who are eagerly waiting for it.

Android 4.3 firmware isn’t released for Xperia SP yet so we expect it should comes anytime now and as far as Xperia T, TX and V are concerned it may be rolled after 1st week of Jan 2014. What do you think Xperia T, TX and V users ? Are you happy now…Drop your comments below.

[ via PTCRB 1,2,3 ]

Xperia L 15.3.A.1.12 Firmware Update Rolling – Major Update Confirmed

Mysterious Xperia L 15.3.A.1.12 firmware which was certified by PTCRB a week ago and who open source was uploaded on Sony’s site a few days back is rolling now. At present Xperia L is on android 4.2.2 15.3.A.0.26 firmware which also saw 15.3.A.0.27 firmware getting certified but never rolled.

15.3.A.1.12 firmware keeps Xperia L C2105 and C2104 on android 4.2.2 only and is a major update, already confirmed in Malaysia, Pakistan, Germany and is available over PC Companion and SUS for now, no OTA seen yet. It is of almost 650MB in size. 15.3.A.1.12 firmware is seeding now it may not be available for all regions at the same time. No update in India seen yet.

[ UPDATE – 9 JAN ]

XperiaL 15.3.A.1.14 firmware certified – Minor Bug Fixing Update – Proximity Senor bug, Touch Screen Unresponsive bug prevailing now.

Connect your Xperia L to PC Companion and look for a notification as shown below and proceed as per on screen instructions.

Phone – Xperia L C2105
Android Version – 4.2.2
Kernel – 3.4.0
Baseband version – 8930B-BAAAATAZQ-3228109-13-1011

Check for software info details of Xperia L 15.3.A.1.12 Firmware Update.

Xperia L 15.3.A.1.12 Firmware Update Changelog/Features

Camera improved a bit only. ( We will soon upload camera pics )
Touch screen more responsive now.
More Smoothness in overall ROM.
Home launcher smooth.
All Sony Media apps are updated to latest version.

For all users who have not got the notification yet, we will soon post the 15.3.A.1.12 firmware ftf links.

Download Xperia L 15.3.A.1.12 firmware ftf

#For C2105

Download C2105_15.3.A.1.12_Generic_DE.ftf.001
Download C2105_15.3.A.1.12_Generic_DE.ftf.002

If you have updated to 15.3.A.1.12 firmware already do let us know what major changes you noticed. Is camera bug fixed for you ? Drop your comments below on your review for 15.3.A.1.12 firmware update. What bugs you are facing after updating to it.

Thanks Levered 🙂

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