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Nexus 7 2013 Wi-Fi / LTE Model listed on Flipkart – Asus and Google Launching Nexus 7 2013 in Retail Stores in India Officially

Google Nexus 7 2013 ( 2nd Generation ) tablet was first launched on Google Play Store in India a month back but now news have comes that Google and Asus are together launching the Nexus 7 2013 tablet in retail stores also and as soon the news came we spotted the Nexus 7 2013 LTE model listing on Flipkart, popular Indian online shopping portal.

Nexus 7 2013 Wi-Fi 16 GB model is listed as Rs 20990 and Nexus 7 2013 LTE 32 GB is listed at Rs 27999 on Google Play Store India and at same base price it will be available on other retail stores like Croma, Relaince Digital etc. At present on only Flipkart has its listing online.

Nexus 7 2013 Wi-Fi 16 GB and Nexus 7 2013 LTE 32 GB models are listed on Flipkat and in stock too right now, so all Indian users who want to buy it can do that right now because soon it will be out of stock possibly.

We have already placed our order of Nexus 7 2013 LTE 32 GB model from Flipkart. At present Flipkart is running an offer where you can avail 10% cashback on all orders placed using SBI credit cards.

Buy Nexus 7 2013 LTE 32 GB at Rs 27999 from Flipkart

Buy Nexus 7 2013 Wi-Fi 16 GB at Rs 20990 from Flipkart

Ordering Nexus 7 2013 tablet from Google Play Store India, takes 4 days to confirm the order and after four days product is dispatched, then amount is deducted and it takes to 2 days atleast to ship the product from Singapore. If you are looking to buy it from Play Store in India, then check out our guide on how to buy Nexus 7 2013 tablet from Google Play Store in India.

If you have bought it, review the Nexus 7 2013 in a very brief manner. Drop your comments below.

Xperia Z1 Camera App AR Effect version 1.1.10 update from Play Store

At present all eyes are on android 4.3 update for Xperia Z1 and meanwhile Sony has updated Xperia Z1 Camera App AR Effect. AR Effect was previously on version 1.0.23 and now after the update, it is on version 1.1.10. All Xperia Z1 users should be getting the notification from Google Play store to update Xperia Z1 Camera App AR Effect.

No specific info regarding what has been updated in new Xperia Z1 Camera App AR Effect version 1.1.10 is given on Play Store description though some visual changes were noticeable.

Changes noticed

In previous version 1.0.23, all AR Effects icons were vertically listed and now they are horizontally listed in the app.
No improvement in the color quality, images are still captured dark ( tried in various lightning conditions ).

Download App AR Effect version 1.1.10

You can either update the AR Effect app directly from Google Play Store or download the apk file from below and install it manually.

Below app is extracted from our Xperia Z1 C6902.

Download com.sonymobile.androidapp.cameraaddon.areffect | 17 Mb

All those users who have ported Xperia Z1 ROM on their devices, download the above app and let us know if it worked on your device or not.

We didn’t notice any major changes in the app, if you have already updated let us know if you find any major changes in the app. Drop your comments below.

Android 4.4.1 KOT49E Update on Nexus 4, Nexus 7 2013 LTE from 4.4 KRT16S

Android 4.4.1 KOT49E update on Google Nexus 5 has been finally rolled as an OTA update which as per Google as brought many changes in the camera app but what we have heard from Nexus 5 users they don’t seem pretty satisfied. It wasn’t expected to see android 4.4.1 update on any device but soon the android 4.4.1 update is seen on Nexus 4 and Nexus 7 2013 LTE version.

Android 4.4.1 KOT49E Update has come as OTA update on Google Nexus 4 and Nexus 7 2013 LTE version and you should be able to download it if you are on android 4.4 KRT16S build. As per users no camera improvement is seen on both devices. Nexus 7 2013 Wi-Fi version is still not seen with this Android 4.4.1 KOT49E update.

Android 4.4.1 KOT49E Update on Nexus 4

Build – KOT49E
Baseband Version- M9615A-CEFWMAZM-2.0.1800.98
Kernel Version – 3.4.0-g2cae413

Download Android 4.4.1 KOT49E Update file for Nexus 4

To install the updates manually you can download the package files from below.

Download occam-KOT49E-from-KRT16S.0896df95.zip | 51.91 MB

How to Install Android 4.4.1 KOT49E update package for Nexus 4 ?

Just follow our standard guide on how to update a Nexus device manually and it will be all done very easily.

GUIDE :- How to use “adb sideload” method to manually update Nexus device without rooting or using custom recovery ?

Features Noticed

Transparent status bars on lockscreen by default.
In tile layout, settings icon is changed.
Slight camera improvements.
New check screen for software update.
Lag from notification tray is gone.

Android 4.4.1 KOT49E Update on Nexus 7 2013 LTE

Build – KOT49E
Kernel Version – 3.4.0

Download Android 4.4.1 KOT49E Update file for Nexus 7 2013 LTE

To install the updates manually you can download the package files from below.

Download razorg-KOT49E-from-KRT16S.b5559302.zip | 52.76 MB

How to Install Android 4.4.1 KOT49E update package for Nexus 7 LTE 2013 ?

Just follow our standard guide on how to update a Nexus device manually and it will be all done very easily.

GUIDE :- How to use “adb sideload” method to manually update Nexus device without rooting or using custom recovery ?

We hope to see Android 4.4.1 KOT49E update soon hitting on Nexus 7 Wi-Fi versions. As till now no factory image is available, it seems users have to wait a but till Google release it officially.

If you have updated your devices on Android 4.4.1 KOT49E update let us know, is it a worth update and most importantly, does camera improved for you or not ? Drop your comments below.

Install Nexus 5 Android 4.4.1 KOT49E OTA Update from 4.4 KRT16M build – Improved Camera App

Google has finally started rolling out bug fixing android 4.4.1 KOT49E update on Google Nexus 5. All users who are on android 4.4.0 KRT16M should be getting the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E Update notification as a OTA update soon on their Nexus 5 devices globally, depends on their region also. At present Nexus 5 on android 4.4.0 KRT16M build is suffering from many camera issues like auto-focus is not good, slow capture speed and for some bluish tint appeared in pics.

Good news is that besides pushing Android 4.4.1 KOT49E update as a OTA update, Google has officially made the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E package zip files available to install it manually on Nexus 5.

[ UPDATE ]

Download Android 4.4.2 KOT49H OTA update zip for Nexus 5 manually

At present status of Nexus 5 on android 4.4.0 KRT16M build is :-

Build – KRT16M
Baseband Version- M8974A-1.0.25.0.1
Kernel Version – 3.4.0-g9eb14ba

After Android 4.4.1 KOT49E Update :-

Build – KOT49E
Baseband Version- M8974A-1.0.25.0.23
Kernel Version – 3.4.0-gadb2201

Download Nexus 5 Android 4.4.1 KOT49E Update Package

Download hammerhead-KOT49E-from-KRT16M.7ed504f6.zip | 53.97MB

How to Install Android 4.4.1 KOT49E update package for Nexus 5 ?

Just follow our standard guide on how to update a Nexus device manually and it will be all done very easily.

GUIDE :- How to use “adb sideload” method to manually update Nexus device without rooting or using custom recovery ?

New Features noticed

Focus is a lot better now.
Instead of gallery now camera app links to photos app.
Fast loading of camera app.
A bit increase in time of taking photos.
Loudness of speaker seems increased, not sure although.
A new HDR+ processing animation.
Screen colors also seem more vibrant now, whites are more white now, no more yellow.

UK Nexus 5 users are saying that they have not got the Nexus 5 Android 4.4.1 KOT49E Update yet, let us know if you have already updated your Nexus 5, is camera improved for you ? Drop your comments below.

How to Purchase Apps, Nexus 5, Nexus 7 2013 Tablet from Google Play Store in India ?

Are you Looking to buy Apps or Google Nexus 5 or Google Nexus 7 2013 tablet from Google Play Store in India ? Do you own a credit card ? If yes, great but if NO then today we will let you know how you can purchase apps and other device like Nexus 5, Nexus 7 2013 Tablet from Google Play Store in India without owning a credit card. As mentioned on the checkout page “enter credit card or debit card” details, only a few banks debit card are accepted and rest don’t work so what’s the solution ? Let’s see

First of all let me answer a few question of yours…

Which bank’s debit card will be accepted on Google Play Store India ? If you own an ICICI bank debit card, it works like charm 🙂 So we can expect that debit card from banks like Axis, HDFC should also work, thought not tested yet.

Will SBI Or PNB Debit caard works ? Most of the users in India have account in these Govt. banks and their debit cards are not allowed on Google Play Store unfortunately. Even the SBI VCC also don’t work, we tried that.

Will VCC work ? Yes Virtual Credit Cards are working though it is not in Google’s policy we guess to accept VCC but they are working fortunately.

Solution for purchasing Nexus 5 or Nexus 7 2013 Tablet from Google Play Store in India

#1 Get a debit card from ICICI bank ( or Axis, HDFC ) and make your transaction through it. We tried to order Nexus 7 2013 Tablet from Google Play Store in India via ICICI bank debit card it worked 🙂 So you can also do that…

We have successfully placed our order for Google Play Store India using ICICI Debit card.

NOTE : You will not be charged until your order has been shipped, so until your device don’t leave their warehouse you will not be billed.

Make Sure : To keep the exact amount as of device in your “Card applied” over, till it leaves for shipping otherwise transaction will be failed.

Don’t have access to above mentioned bank’s debit card well here is a solution.

#2 Get a Virtual Credit Card. VCC from any above mentioned banks will also work but in case if you don’t have access to any of above mentioned bank’s VCC service then you can get it via “Entropay”. Let us tell you about their service.

Entropay allows you to make a VCC, can be used on all international online transactions. They normally charges 4% of amount what it total topped up in your card, so you can use it to make a purchase from Google Play Store India. It worked for us we tried.

Sign up on Entropay.com. It is highly safe and secure, uses all SSL encryption.
Make a VCC, load fund on it via using your Visa / MasterCard debit card or via Net Banking.
You need to mention the name on card which entropay will use on VCC.
You will be given a VCC with a year expiry date and CVV number which can be used on Google Play Store in India.

In this way you can successfully purchase any apps, pay for developer accounts and buy devices from Google Play Store in India.

We hope it will help users out there who want to buy something from Google Play Store in India but cant’t buy it due to limitation on use of cards. If any other bank’s debit card works for your except ICICI, let us know. Drop your comments if we have helped you in any way.

Walkman app version 8.0.A.0.3 Update for Xperia Z, Z1, Z Ultra Rolling

A new Walkman app version 8.0.A.0.3 OTA update is now rolling on Xperia Z devices. It’s the latest build over previous Walkman app version 7.15.A.0.0 which as brought many new features this time. Walkman app version 8.0.A.0.3 OTA Update is already confirmed on Xperia Z1, Z Ultra and Xperia Z, it should soon hit other devices also ( Xperia ZR, ZL, SP etc hopefully ). It has bring the new playlist features besides bug fixes.

Check in your update center app it may or may not be showing a notification for Walkman app version 8.0.A.0.3 OTA Update as shwon below. If yes download it otherwise look for the manual downloading link below.

New Features in Walkman app version 8.0.A.0.3

Enjoy a 30 seconds free preview out of millions of songs from the Music Unlimited streaming service.
New playlists for “Newly Added” songs, “Most Played” songs and “Track ID history” ( depending upon the version of Track Id ).

Possibility to save playlist shared by your friend.
“Now Playing” indicator for songs, albums and playlists.
Performance enhancement and bug fixes.

Though “Track ID History” didn’t appear for us, may be because of the Track ID version installed.

Download Walkman app version 8.0.A.0.3 apk

Below Walkman file is extracted from our Xperia Z1 C6902.

Download Walkman 8.0.A.0.3.apk | 14 MB

Just for sake of concern do let us know which Track ID version you are playing, we have version 3.82.06 installed on our device. Xperia L, M, SP, T, V, S, SL, Acro S, Ion, E, J users try installing the app, it may work.

Download the Walkman app version 8.0.A.0.3 and let us know if it worked on your device or not. It seems pretty nice till now, let us know if you find any other major changes in the app other than mentioned by Sony.

[ REVIEW ] 3200mAh Power case for Xperia Z1 from Brando

Xperia Z1 banded as “the best of Sony for the best of you”, a powerhouse from Sony featuring Snapdragon 800 chipset, 2GB RAM, Adreno 330, 5″ full HD Triluminos display and a 3000mAh battery ( non-removable ). Well what do you think, is that battery power enough to keep Xperia Z1 alive ? Yes, certainly for a normal user but if you are a hardcore user of Xperia Z1 who plays games and browse internet a lot then it might not be enough.

Similar case was with Xperia Z which originally comes with 2330mAh battery ( non-removable ). Non-removable battery is a major issue as users can’t replace it with a higher power one. So Mugen Powers came up with 3000mAh Battery Case for Sony Xperia Z, it’s just like another back case.

3200mAh Power case for Xperia Z1 from Brando is another bright solution for Xperia Z1 users. Brando sent us this 3200mAh Power case for Xperia Z1 as a review sample unit. It is priced at $34, shipped worldwide and available in white and black color. Seeing its advantages it is very cheaply priced.

3200mAh Power case for Xperia Z1 from Brando comes in glass box whose front says the it is an external battery case for Xperia Z1 / L39h.

Back side of cover reads the product description.

The back of case is made up of a solid rubberized plastic while inner surface has velvet lining in order to avoid any scratches on the back glass panel of Xperia Z1.

Technical Specifications

Capacity : 3200mAh
Battery embedded – Li Polymer
Input : 5V/800mA
Output : 5V/1000mA
Weight : 81 grams
Charging Time : 4 Hours ( to 5 hours ).
Recycle use times : 500 times.
Dimensions : 144 x 74 x 13 mm

Description

At the back of 3200mAh Power case for Xperia Z1 from Brando you will see 4 lights and a button. Press the button to start charging your phone, put the phone inside the case carefully making pins getting engaged to magnetic charging slot area.

As soon as you press the button, charging starts and you will see Blue lights getting lighted upon.

Blue lights indicate the power level in the case left.

4 Blue LED lights – Power 100 %
3 Blue LED lights – Power 75 %
2 Blue LED lights – Power 50 %
1 Blue LED light – Power 25 %

To charge the case, connect the AC Adapter of your phone to the micro USB slot in the case. Do not charge both your case and phone simultaneously, it may explode due to overheat.

Built-In-Stand

It has built-in-stand from the back of case, so you can simultaneously charge your phone and view movies in landscape mode and get similar feel just like you get seeing movies while phone is on Sony Dock Dk31.

Accessibility

You will notice that case is a bit bulky while it is on and gives a lot thickness to the phone. Check which ports are accessible while case is on.

On the left side clips of the case covers the micro SD card slot while USB port is open and on the right side SIM card slot is covered up.

You will notice a bit rise in the temperature of phone while charging it from the case and back panel of phone is also heated.

Charging Test Results

Around 4-5 hours were taken to charge the case fully from 0-100%.
Our Xperia Z1 was charged to 0-100% with in 4.8 hours with this case on which is pretty much long time seeing it also heated the phone.

Pros

Price Worth item.
One of its own kind yet.
Handy to use.

Cons

Heats the phone while charging.
Very Slow charging time.

If you don’t have any external portable battery power charger with you like Sony CP-F5 charger then 3200mAh Power case for Xperia Z1 from Brando seems a very good option.

Check the Xperia Z1 3200mAh case listing here, Thanks Brando for sending us this 🙂

If you are using any such power case for Xperia Z1 let us know, we would like to know your experience. Drop you comments below.

[ REVIEW ] Xperia Z1 hard-shell back case framed with Leather from TETDED

Continuing our set of reviews for Xperia Z1 cases, we have brought today a unique hard-shell back case for Xperia Z1 which is framed with leather at its back and all sides, another fantastic product from TETDED. After reviewing hard-shell flip leather case from TETDED for Xperia Z1 we are very much impressed by the quality of the products they manufacturer.

TETDED sent us this Xperia Z1 hard-shell back case framed with leather as a regular review sample unit. It is priced at €28 and is shipped worldwide, just like previous reviewed case it is also available in many color variants like black, white, orange, red, navy blue, pink, purple, yellow, toffee yellow, burgundy red, espresso brown, charcoal black, olive-green, Merlot purple, Blueberry and many other textured designs with various shapes on back.

Exactly like Xperia Z1 Hard-shell flip Leather Case from TETDED, it is also shipped in same black cover with a piece of leather pasted on the front box displaying the color of the leather case.

TETDED logo is embossed at the back of case.

It is very similar to any other hard-shell back case except that it’s back is framed with genuine cowhide leather ( handmade ). Thick grain texture is given at the back of case with perfect bumpers around each corner.

Accessibility

At the right side of Xperia Z1 hard-shell back case framed with Leather from TETDED external camera shutter button, power button, volume rocker buttons are exposed while SIM card slot it covered by the case.

On the left side of case, Micro SD card and USB slots are exposed while unfortunately magnetic charging slot is covered up, so you can’t put it on Sony Dock DK31 or connect Sony EC21 magnetic charging cable while case is on

At the bottom, speaker grill is well exposed.

3.5 mm headphone jack port is well seen with case on.

Camera lens opening in the case and secondary microphone opening is at the perfect place.

Pros

High Quality Leather Framed back ( handmade ).
Tough Build.
Solid Back case.
All ports are well accessible.
Covers phone fully.
Not so bulky.

Cons

Magnetic charging slot is covered up so can’t be accessed while case is on.
EC21 magnetic charging cable can’t be used.
Can’t be used on Dock DK31.

If one doesn’t use Dock DK31 or EC21 cable to charge his Xperia Z1, then Xperia Z1 hard-shell back case framed with Leather from TETDED is one of the best available in market.

Thanks TETDED for sending us 🙂 Check out the listing of TETDED Xperia Z1 Back case here. Have a look at all available 9 colors.

If you have already used this case, or using another hard-shell back case for Xperia Z1, let us know. Drop your comments below, do you like the case…

[ REVIEW ] Xperia Z1 Hard-shell flip Leather Case from TETDED

TETDED, don’t know if you have heard the name or not but they have got one of the best colored varieties of premium leather cases for Xperia smartphones. Today we are reviewing Xperia Z1 Hard-shell flip Leather Case from TETDED, one of the best leather case we have seen besides cases from Noreve. Recently we reviewed Xperia Z1 cases from Roxfit, RockPhone CN and Muvit miniGEL Xperia Z1 case and Essential pack.

TETDED sent us this Xperia Z1 Hard-shell flip Leather Case in Black color as a review sample unit. It is priced at 35.50 € and is shipped worldwide. The best thing about this manufacturer is that they have cases in many colors ranging from brown, black, yellow, purple, pink, navy blue, orange, red, white. We just love the variety they have.

Xperia Z1 Hard-shell flip Leather Case from TETDED is shipped in very nice black box, having a black leather piece in shape of star pasted on the box describing the black color of case. Look at the front of cover.

Back cover of case reads that it is made up of genuine cowhide leather.

As soon as you open the box, you find white cloth wrapped around the case.

Stitched in yellow-golden thread and TETDED logo is embossed at the bottom of front side flap of case. Thick grain type of leather texture is given on the surface, good for a strong grip. Do notice that there is no opening for hearing speaker on the flap of case ( in front side ).

Back side of case has the same texture just like front side with an opening for camera lens and secondary microphone.

Accessibility

Non Magnetic colsure is there in the case and at the side of opening, space for external shutter key and volume rocker buttons are open while SIM card slot is covered up

At the bottom side, speaker grills are well opened so very clear sound.

Closing flap side is very similar to notebook style. As it is totally covered from closing side so it can’t be used on Dock DK31.

Perfect opening space for 3.5 mm headphone jack is given.

Many users complain that covering around the camera lens normally obstructs the view and camera flash area but nothing here like that. Secondary microphone spot opening is at perfect location.

Very soft velvet lining is provided at the both inner sides of each flap so they don’t scratch the screen and back panel of Xperia Z1.

Pros

High Quality Leather ( handmade ).
Tough Build.
Solid Back case.
All ports are well accessible.
Covers phone fully.
Very slim and not so bulky.

Cons

Magnetic charging slot is covered up so can’t be accessed while case is on.
EC21 magnetic charging cable can’t be used.
Can’t be used on Dock DK31.

If one doesn’t use Dock DK31 or EC21 cable to charge his Xperia Z1, then Xperia Z1 Hard-shell flip Leather Case from TETDED is one of the best available in market.

Thanks TETDED for sending us 🙂 Check out the listing of TETDED Xperia Z1 case here. Have a look at all available 9 colors.

If you have already used this case, or using another flip style case for Xperia Z1, let us know. Drop your comments below, do you like the case…

Xperia S Unofficial CyanogenMod 11 Android 4.4 KitKat from HoloUI Team

As when many Xperia devices all from 2011 to 2013 lineup are getting unofficial CyanogenMod 11 android 4.4 KitKat builds from many Xperia developers, Xperia S users were asking when a ROM will come for their devices. Here it comes, HoloUI team has created an Unofficial CyanogenMod 11 Android 4.4 KitKat for Xperia S exclusively though in alpha stage working smooth.

Previously we have seen Unofficial CyanogenMod 11 Android 4.4 KitKat build coming for Xperia 2011 Devices from LegacyXperia Project and for Xperia Z1, Z, ZL, ZR, Z Ultra, T, V, Go, P, Sola, U, SP, Tablet Z; many builds from which coming from FreeXperiaTeam. Now almost every Xperia device have got Unofficial CyanogenMod 11 Android 4.4 KitKat build except for Xperia Ion.

As per HoloUI team, ROM is still in alpha stage, if you want to try it you can. Installing such ROMs require you to unlock the bootloader of phone. Keep in mind to have a backup of the DRM keys before unlocking the bootloader for safety.

ROM Details

Android – 4.4 KitKat
Kernel – 3.4.0
Version Number – HoloUI-4.4-Alpha_1

Bugs

Video playback is still an issue and Force close error on many games.

What is working ?

Camera, Sound, Mobile Data, W-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, Voice calls etc are working fine.

If you are interested in installing this ROM, have a look into developer thread for more details.

Xperia S Unofficial CyanogenMod 11 Android 4.4 KitKat Dev Thread

Screenshots

P.S. There is a slight dispute going on this ROM as it is built from RaymanFX 4.4 source so the XDA dev has asked Xperia S users to wait for a bit for his Unofficial CyanogenMod 11 Android 4.4 KitKat build for Xperia S and consider this ROM as temporary OpenSEMC pre-pre-preview, it’s you wish to got with which dev.

If you have installed this ROM, let us know how was your experience…

Unofficial CyanogenMod 11 for Xperia 2011 Devices from LegacyXperia Project

Future of Android 4.4 KitKat firmware update on Xperia 2011 devices is totally dark officially and even on 2012 Xperia devices, it is in shadow so far. In the meantime developer community has been a lot friendly as recently we saw unofficial CyanogenMod 11 coming up for various devices viz. Xperia Z1, Z, ZL, ZR, Z Ultra, T, V, Go, P, Sola, U, SP, Tablet Z; many builds from which coming from FreeXperiaTeam.

For Xperia 2011 devices viz. Xperia Arc/Arc S, Neo, Neo V, Pro, Mini Pro, Active, Mini, Ray, Live with Walkman; LegacyXperia Project Team has come up with unofficial CyanogenMod 11 now. As tested by many users, ROMs are pretty much stable only a few things are not working.

If you want to try Android 4.4 KitKat CyanogenMod build on your above mentioned device then you should know that installing such ROMs require you to unlock the bootloader of phone. Keep in mind to have a backup of the DRM keys before unlocking the bootloader for safety.

Click on below links to visit the ROMs development page from “LegacyXperia Project Team”.

Detailed instructions for installing the ROM and bugs tracking are mentioned on below development pages.

Unofficial CyanogenMod 11 KitKat 4.4 ROM for Xperia Arc / Arc S

Check below screenshots from the ROM.

Unofficial CyanogenMod 11 KitKat 4.4 ROM for Live with Walkman

Check below screenshots from the ROM.

Check screenshots from ROM.

Check screenshots below.

As many of the ROMs are still in alpha stage but are working stable so you can try them, do read the development thread completely before flashing the ROM.

Let us know if you have tried any of above, drop your comments below.

How to play Flash Videos on Android 4.4 KitKat on Nexus 5, 4, Nexus 7, 10 Tablet

Android 4.4 KitKat marked its presence with Google Nexus 5 and soon on Google Nexus 4 and Google Nexus 7 Tablet but what actually is missing from Android 4.4 KitKat build from Nexus 5 is that playing flash videos is totally incompatible, checked with browsers like Dolphin, Firefox and Google Chrome.

All credits to XDA user “surviveland”, he has found a way to play flash videos on Android 4.4 KitKat on Nexus 5, as per him some API’s have been removed from Android 4.4 KitKat build which were used as to play flash content. Follow the guide below to play Flash Videos on Android 4.4 KitKat on Nexus 5.

Below mentioned guide is confirmed working for Dolphin browser on Google Nexus 5 , for rest you try and let us know.

First of all download below mentioned apps from Google Play.

Download Dolphin Browser and Dolphin Jetpack.
Download hacked version of flash player from below link. Unintsall any flash player already installed on your device and then install fresh one from below.

Download Adobe Flash Player 11.1.apk | 4MB

To install apps from unknown sources, you need to go to settings > securities > unknown sources option, check it to install apps from location other than Google Play Store.

Check in Dolphin browser that flash settings are on, navigate to menu > settings > web content > flash player.

It’s done you can play flash contents in Android 4.4 KitKat on Nexus 5 especially in Dolphin browser. As it is not officially supported so speed of loading may be a bit slow.

Above method is confirmed working on Google Nexus 4, Nexus 7 2013, Nexus 10 running Android 4.4 KitKat build. As per many users it is not working with FireFox browser. Let us know if you have tried it and it worked for you or not, drop you comments.

[ via – XDA ]

[ REVIEW ] Muvit miniGEL case for Xperia Z1 – Soft and Skin Tight Case

We have seen a lot many products from Muvit especially made for Xperia devices likes Muvit Essential pack for Xperia Z1 which ncludes Leather Flip Case and Sony Car Charger, Muvit Sony Xperia Z wireless charging pack today we have got Muvit miniGEL case for Xperia Z1 as our review item. We like Muvit products and hope you also like it.

Muvit miniGEL case for Xperia Z1 is like another back case for a phone, but the difference is it is made up of rubber so soft and smooth and whose back is a bit thick so provides solid grip. Ascendeo.fr sent us this Muvit miniGEL case for Xperia Z1 as a review sample unit. It is priced at € 14.90 inc VAT and is shipped worldwide.

As usual Muvit use same silver box packaging for their products with a purple shade. Have a look at the front cover of the box it says “soft and skin-tight case for Xperia Z1”.

Back side of Muvit miniGEL case for Xperia Z1 mentions the product details in an image.

Muvit miniGEL case for Xperia Z1, is similar to any other back case out their, let’s have a look what it has for us to offer. See pics below of Xperia Z1 with Muvit miniGEL case on it.

Back side of Muvit miniGEL case is a bit thick, good it is as it provides very strong grip while holding it and placing it on rough surface. It do draws scratches just like another cases if used roughly. It is of translucent brown color, looks great on Xperia Z1.

Accessibility

All corners are covered just like bumper case. Perfect opening for hearing speaker and notification light area.

Power button is clearly visible and is not covered while external camera shutter button and volume rocker keys are covered with a soft plastic layer so you can press them easily. No problem is faced while pressing them but it will look unusual to you in starting. Camera shutter key has to press a but hard. SIM card slot is completely covered up, to open it you need to remove the case.

Check below the covering on camera shutter key.

Speaker grill is well opened.

The best advantage of Muvit miniGEL case for Xperia Z1 is that magnetic charging slot is not covered up you can use EC21 magnetic charging cable to charge your phone while case is on and even microSD card slot area is also opened. But on putting the case on Xperia Z1 and placing it on Sony Dock DK31, it was not inserting properly so can’t be used. Though while EC21 magnetic charging cable was connected it was falling off very frequently so it seems case has got some issues due to thickness to hold the cable.

Proper opening of 3.5 mm headphone jack is there in case.

Camera and flash opening with secondary microphone is included at the bottom side of case.

Pros

Light Weight.
Soft and skin-tight.
Durable.
Translucent in nature.
Perfectly accessible at all openings.

Cons

Problem inholding EC21 charging cable tightly.

Muvit miniGEL case for Xperia Z1 seems a very good choice if you don’t want to use any sold hard back case for sake bulkiness.

If you are willing to purchase “Muvit miniGEL case for Xperia Z1″, look at the listing of Xperia Z1 gel case at Ascendeo. They also have very good screen guards for Xperia Z1, do check them out. Thanks for sending us 🙂

Many users will prefer a solid hard back case over this case but if you have ever used this case or any gel case for Xperia Z1, let us know in comments section.

[ REVIEW ] Muvit Essential pack for Xperia Z1- Includes Leather Flip Case and Sony Car Charger

Sony Xperia Z1 needs no introduction as you all know it well Sony shipped it in many regions with different accessories like Xperia Z1 C6902 ( Black ) handset was shipped along with MH-750 white earphones which we also got with our Xperia SL Lt26ii a year back and with some Xperia Z1 C6903 ( Black ) handset a black earphone piece was shipped and in many regions with carrier device they didn’t ship earphones along with the Xperia Z1, God knows what Sony’s marketing team is upto, but that’s kind of weird.

Muvit, a big name when it comes to Sony Xperia accessories. Black Muvit Stick n’ Stand case for Xperia Z1 was shipped by Sony free here in India worth $50 or INR 2990. Muvit Essential pack for Xperia Z1 is the next big product from them. It includes a black leather flip case ( book style ) and a Sony car charger with a micro USB cable.

Last time we reviewed Muvit Sony Xperia Z wireless charging pack, which is a good wireless charging solution for Xperia Z owners. Ascendeo.fr sent us this Muvit Essential pack for Xperia Z1 as a review sample unit. It is priced at € 39.90 inc VAT and is shipped worldwide.

[ Review ] Muvit Essential pack for Xperia Z1

Muvit Essential pack for Xperia Z1 comes in a silver box whose front displays the pic of the contents it has.

The back cover of box reads the description in various languages and the detailed specification of the leather case included.

Contents

As mentioned above Muvit Essential pack for Xperia Z1 includes 3 accessories.

Muvit Black Leather flip case.
Sony Car Charger AN400
Sony Micro USB cable. Model EC 450

Muvit Black Leather flip case for Xperia Z1

We have already reviewed two flip cases for Xperia Z1 from Roxfit and RockPhone CN. This case is very much similar to Xperia Z Smart Pack Flip Case by Roxfit. ( Do check it you will find a lot smiliarity in both )

Case is made up of fine leather grain like material gives you a feel of solid plastic material and back side is made up a solid plastic material. It is stitched with a white thread at its all sides front and back. No logo is embossed on front side.

Magnetic flip closer is provided to close the case automatically with a credit card slot inside the front flap. Inner lining of the case is made up of soft velvet to protect screen from any rough scratches.

All ports are easily accessible while case is on though no hearing speaker opening is provided on front flap of case which is strictly essential in a flip case. Case’s adjuster which hold the Xperia Z1 inside case are quite smooth so don’t worry about any side of your phone being scrapped by them.

Case seems a bit thick while closed. Though feel solid in hand but it’s bulky and thick. Another weird thing an opening for secondary microphone is provided at back of case but for hearing speaker is missing on front flap.

Accessibility of Ports

Perfect camera and secondary microphone opening at back flap of case. No obstruction in camera flash.

External camera shutter button well accessible.

Speaker grills at bottom also have a clear way, no obstruction.

3.5 mm headphone jack opening, check below.

SIM card slot accessibility all clear.

Unfortunately if you are thinking of putting the phone with case on Sony Dock DK31 then is’t not possible it falls easily but while case front flap is open you can use any port of Xperia Z1. Check pic blow.

Pros

Well built, durable enough.
Premium look.
All ports accessible while case is on.

Cons

Too Thick.
Bulky.
Not supported by Dock DK31.

Sony Car Charger for Xperia Z1

For all officials out there and other users who take out their Xperia Z1 while driving, this Sony Car charger for Xperia Z1 will be very useful for you.

Sony Car Charger AN400 is a compact USB charger come

Input Voltage – DC 12-24V
Output – DC 5V/1200mA

Overall Muvit Essential pack for Xperia Z1 seems ok if you are not willing to purchase all above accessories separately.

If you are willing to purchase “Muvit Essential pack for Xperia Z1, look at the listing of Xperia Z1 pack at Ascendeo. Thanks for sending us 🙂

If you are using any other case for Xperia Z1, let us know below in comments.

[ REVIEW ] Xperia Z1 Book Flip Case from Roxfit – Nero Black Color

Roxfit one of the most trusted brand when it comes to Xperia device’s protective cases. Today we have brought for you Xperia Z1 Book Flip Case from Roxfit. We will be reviewing some of the best available protective cases for Xperia Z1 in the market. Previously we reviews Sony Xperia Z1 Side Flip Case from RockPhone CN which is a wonderful case and many users liked it.

MobileFun, one of our oldest partners who send us accessories for reviews, sent us a sample of Xperia Z1 Book Flip Case from Roxfit for review. It is priced at $31.99 on MobileFun ( which is priced at £20.00 official RoxFit site including VAT ), shipped worldwide. Exclusively for Xperia Z1 C6902 and C6903 ( and other similar model numbers ).

Product listing on Roxfit official website displays many color variants like Nero Black, Carbon Fibre, Carbon Silver, Monza Red, Desert Tan, Polar White, Pale Cobra, Carbon Blue while.

[ Review ] Xperia Z1 Book Flip Case from Roxfit

Xperia Z1 Book Flip Case from Roxfit comes in an orange box whose front cover reads its brief description as “credit card slot, Ultra thin fitting, Talk when open or closed, charges when open or closed”. Let’s have a look at the cover front.

Check the back of cover.

Outer covering of the case is made from some rubber material which gives a leather look from a distance but if you touch it, you can make out that it is actually rubber material. On bottom of case, “Made for XPERIA” branding is embossed and there is a cut at the top for hearing speaker.

Back of case is similar to front, no branding embossed.

The bumper sides of case are made up of some hard plastic material which is very hard actually and we find a lot trouble to put our Xperia Z1 inside the case, as there were strong chances that those bumper may scrap the aluminium coating from the case, so BEWARE WHILE PUTTING Z1 INSIDE CASE.!

Back side of case has an opening for camera and secondary speaker.

At the book flip sides, there is an opening for USB port, so you can charge your Xperia Z1 while the case is on.

Unfortunately there is no other opening at side, if you wish to charge your Xperia Z1 using Sony EC21 magnetic charging cable you need to open the front flap of case.

Proper space is provided at bottom of case so there is no obstruction in speaker grill. Volume is clearer while case is on.

At the right side, there is perfect opening for SIM card slot, volume rocker buttons and camera button.

Soft micro suede is used to make inner lining which keeps the Xperia Z1 screen dust free. On the inside of front flap you will find credit card slots.

Pros

Fits perfectly well.
Hard shell used to make back.
Soft inner linings to protect screen.
Card slots inside case.
Light Weight.

Cons

No opening for magnetic charging slot while case is on.
Hard shell may scarp the aluminium coating from Xperia Z1 while putting or taking out case.
Can’t be used on Sony Dock Dk31 properly.

Note :- We have not put our Xperia Z1 inside the case because case was very tight and it may have scrapped the aluminium coating from our Xperia Z1.

We would just like to advise all Xperia Z1 users, if you are thinking of using the case, be cautious while putting and taking out your phone from the Xperia Z1 Book Flip Case from Roxfit.

Thanks MobileFun for sending us Xperia Z1 accessory for review 🙂 MobileFun ships worldwide, so if you want Xperia Z1 Book Flip Case from Roxfit, then follow-up here on Z1 flip case listing.

We have been using Roxfit cases from so long on our many Xperia handsets and we truly love the quality Roxfit offers. Let us know if you have used this case or any other you are using. Drop your comments.

Unofficial CyanogenMod 11 for Xperia Z1,Z, ZL,ZR,Z Ultra,T,V,Go,P,Sola,U, SP,Tablet Z Available – Android 4.4 KitKat Builds

Android 4.3 soon will be hitting the Xperia Z family along with Xperia SP, T, V, TX in December and android 4.4 KitKat update plans have already been mentioned by Sony but if you are unwilling to wait for so long you can have the unofficial CyanogenMod 11 Android 4.4 KitKat builds flavor on your Xperia ZL, ZR, Z Ultra, T, V, Go, P, Sola, U, SP, Tablet Z. They have already been rolled for Xperia Z and Xperia Z1 a few days back.

FreeXperiaTeam is behind this unofficial CyanogenMod 11 KitKat 4.4 ROM for various Xperia devices. Android 4.4 KitKat AOSP RevolutionROM for Xperia Z1 was released a lot ago from XDA recognized developer “krabappel2548″. You can check it out, it’s a stable ROM now.

Check below for Unofficial CyanogenMod 11 Android 4.4 KitKat Build ROM for various devices. Installing such ROMs require you to unlock the bootloader of phone. Keep in mind to have a backup of the DRM keys before unlocking the bootloader and if you are an Xperia Z1 user remember unlocking the bootloader you might loose the loose the camera functionality.

Click on below links to visit the ROMs development page from “FreeXperiaTeam”.

Check below ROM development page from XDA dev “uberlaggydarwin” for Xperia SP.

Unofficial CyanogenMod 11 KitKat 4.4.0 ROM for Xperia SP

Unofficial CyanogenMod 11 KitKat 4.4.0 ROM for Xperia P, U, Go and Sola

Now let’s see what devs have got low end Xperia devices ( Novathor SoC powered ) viz. Xperia P, U, Sola and Go. They may not see android 4.4 hopefully but devs at XDA have done wonderful job for bringing it on these devices, unofficially though 🙂

XDA Dev “percy_g2” presents…

Unofficial CyanogenMod 11 KitKat 4.4 ROM for Xperia P

Check below screenshots from the ROM.

XDA Dev “Gava97” presents…

Unofficial CyanogenMod 11 KitKat 4.4 ROM for Xperia U

Check below screenshots from the ROM

XDA Dev “munjeni” presents…

Unofficial CyanogenMod 11 KitKat 4.4 ROM for Xperia Sola

XDA Dev “munjeni” presents…

Unofficial CyanogenMod 11 KitKat 4.4 ROM for Xperia Go

Check below screenshots from the ROM

If you are willing to install above ROMs on your Xperia device then do check first the development page of concerned ROM, for what is working and what not. Do backup your current ROM before installing a new one. All credits goes to hardworking developers who made it possible 🙂 We hope the development soon kickstart for Xperia S, SL, Acro S and Ion also.

Let us know your experience on Android 4.4 KitKat ROMS if you have installed them, drop your comments.

Xperia Z1 Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.XXX, 14.2.A.1.XX firmwares spotted

While Xperia Z1 users are waiting for official android 4.3 update for their devices which is due in December as per Sony’s statement on their blog we have spotted some new android 4.3 firmware set running on Xperia Z1 while running handset detection program by our blog. At present Xperia Z1 is running android 4.2.2 version and 14.1.G.2.257 firmware series and recently android 4.3 14.2.A.0.205 firmware was spotted on Sony D5503 model.

With respect to android 4.3 14.2.A.0.205 firmware spotted running on Sony D5503 model, we spotted Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.XXX, 14.2.A.1.XXX firmware builds exclusively running on Sony Xperia Z1 C6903, while some of the builds were also spotted on C6902. All the Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.XXX, 14.2.A.1.XXX builds seemed as various testing versions and one of them can be a final version also, hopefully the most higher build.

[ UPDATE – 16 December ]

Xperia Z1 and Z Ultra Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.290 firmware Update Rolling Officially

[ UPDATE – 5 Dec ]

Xperia Z1 C6903 and Xperia Z Ultra C6833 will feature same android 4.3 build 14.2.A.0.290 and Xperia Z, ZL, ZR and Tablet Z will feature a new android 4.3 10.4.B.X.XXX firmware build.

[ UPDATE ]

C6902+C6906+C6903+C6943 will have the same numbering 14.2.A.0.2xx as 4.3 android and 14.2.A.1.XX build is for US version. While Xperia Z1 C6916 is running 14.2.C.X.X as 4.3 android. Identity of C6916 is still unknown.

In total we spotted 9 firmware builds from android 4.3 14.2.A.0.XXX running on Xperia Z1 as 14.2.A.0.146, 14.2.A.0.152, 14.2.A.0.177, 14.2.A.0.183, 14.2.A.0.206, 14.2.A.0.229, 14.2.A.0.242,
14.2.A.0.255, 14.2.A.0.266 and 3 android 4.3 14.2.A.1.XX build running on Xperia Z1 viz. 14.2.A.1.4_131104, 14.2.A.1.31, 14.2.A.1.37.

Check below for the spotted Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.XXX, 14.2.A.1.XX firmware builds details as per our handset detection program.

Xperia Z1 Android 4.3 C6903 14.2.A.0.146 firmware shown below. [ CLICK on Image to ZOOM ]

Xperia Z1 Android 4.3 C6903 14.2.A.0.152, 14.2.A.0.177, 14.2.A.0.183, 14.2.A.0.206 firmware shown below. [ CLICK on Image to ZOOM ]

Xperia Z1 Android 4.3 C6903 14.2.A.0.229 firmware shown below. [ CLICK on Image to ZOOM ]

Xperia Z1 Android 4.3 C6903 14.2.A.0.255 firmware shown below. [ CLICK on Image to ZOOM ]

Xperia Z1 Android 4.3 C6903 14.2.A.0.266 firmware shown below. [ CLICK on Image to ZOOM ]

Xperia Z1 Android 4.3 C6903 14.2.A.1.4_131104 firmware shown below. [ CLICK on Image to ZOOM ]

Xperia Z1 Android 4.3 C6903 14.2.A.1.31 firmware shown below. [ CLICK on Image to ZOOM ]

Xperia Z1 Android 4.3 C6903 14.2.A.1.37 firmware shown below. [ CLICK on Image to ZOOM ]

If you have noticed above images clearly you must have seen that android 4.2.2 14.1.G.2.260 firmware is also detected which was never rolled yet as the latest android 4.2.2 build spotted on Xperia Z1 is 14.1.G.2.259. Another mysterious android 4.2.2 14.1.X.6.258 is also spotted.

It is not very clear so far which build will finally be rolled on Xperia Z1 as android 4.3 firmware, it can be any of the above stated firmware or can be the any new build which has not been detected yet.

As per our confidential source, next stop for Xperia Z1 will be android 4.3 now ( no more android 4.2.2 build will be rolled ) and is in pre-final testing version and soon all Xperia Z1 users will taste it. Excited for android, let us know…Don’t ask for ETA as there is none yet except the month December 😛

Red Xperia Z1 Pics Were FAKE, published by SeCafe on Facebook page for FUN Only.

All Xperia Z1 Pics posted in RED Color and running android 4.4.2 KitKat version were FAKE as confirmed from Hoang Stark from SeCafe.Vn. All red Xperia Z1 pics were posted on SeCafe.Vn Facebook fan page just for FUN, they should not be taken as REAL anymore.

On the request of Hoang Stark from SeCafe.Vn all pics and article content has been removed. We sincerely apologies to SeCafe for posting the pics from their Facebook page without confirming from their end. We should have done so, sorry for inconvenience caused due to this to all.

We request all sites who have quoted this post, should also update this from their end.

Regards.
XperiaGuide

Xperia Z1S rumored to be priced at 3600 Yuan i.e. 590$ – Seen Beside White and Purple Xperia Z1 Again

More and more Xperia Z1S images are allegedly leaking daily and from the same source all the time i.e. Digi-Wo, this time the same Digi-Wo user who previously leaked picture of Xperia Z1S on top of Xperia Z1 and speculated that it may not be called as Xperia Z1S has again leaked 3 set of Xperia Z1S pics two of them are along with Xperia Z1 sharing the same surrounding as it was in previously leaked pics.

In the first set of pic you can clearly see the Xperia Z1S calling app’s dialing pad interface, which is expected to run android 4.3 jelly bean as seen in previous leaked pic where model Sony D5503 ( rumored to be Xperia Z1S ) featured android 4.3 14.2.A.0.205 firmware.

In other two pics Xperia Z1S is seen with Xperia Z1 ( purple and white in color ). In one pic you can see Xperia Z1 standing beside Xperia Z1S where you can compare the size of both phones. An interesting annotation on pic reads that Xperia Z1S may be priced at 3600 Yuan which is approx. equal to 590$ and may be available in first quarter of year 2014.

In the third pic, Xperia Z1S is seen with white Xperia Z1 and annotation on pic reads that it will also feature the same Sony’s G Lens as Xperia Z1 supports.

Yesterday Sony D5503 was spotted at Indonesian Postel website, confirming the model number and its existence. A lot many rumors have piled up now over the features of Xperia Z1S from Digi-Wo tipsters where one states that Xperia Z1S may feature IPS Display and one stated that it may not be called as Xperia Z1S.

God knows how many we will see more now, well let’s hope soon Xperia Z1S ( hopefully this is the name ) marks its global international release and Sony get’s its first mini phone globally ( as Xperia Z1F is limited to Japan only ). What do you think guys over the rumored price range of Xperia Z1S.

Xperia Z1S / Sony D5503 Model spotted at Indonesian Postel website

Rumors have caught more fire now, this time Sony D5503 model which is speculated as Xperia Z1S aka Xperia Z1 Mini ( international version of Xperia Z1 and sibling of Xperia Z1F ) has marked its presence on a legit Indonesian Postel website ( FCC equivalent of Indonesia ). It is well-known for outing the names of many Sony Mobile’s new models like Sony C6833 and C6802 appeared in past.

It’s not the first time we have heard of Sony D5503, it was first spotted with its camera picture sample then real pics of Sony D5503 were leaked from all angles confirming the model number and android 4.3 running as 14.2.A.0.205 firmware build.

Check below the certification for Sony D5503 on Indonesian Postel.

As you can see it is latest updated on 20 November i.e. today, so it definitely proves the existence of Sony D5503 somewhat officially this time but the global model number has not been confirmed yet. As recently we spotted pic of Xperia Z1S on top of Xperia Z1 with an annotation which reads that it may not be called as Xperia Z1S. Lately on Sony Mobile global product page listing of Xperia Z1S was spotted but it was taken soon which confuses again about the branding Xperia Z1S.

Another rumor has sparked which says that Sony D5503 along with Xperia Taichi ( Tianchi ) may be launched on Nov 22 in an event in Shanghai, consider it as 100% rumor now.

Are you excited for Sony D5503, hopefully it is Xperia Z1S and soon we will see the international release of aka Xperia Z1 Mini.

T-Mobile USA Xperia Z Android 4.2.2 10.3.1.E.0.191 firmware update rolling finally

As December comes closer, release of android 4.3 update for Xperia handsets comes nearer and in the mean time T-Mobile has updated Xperia Z C6606/C6616 for the very first time to android 4.2.2 10.3.1.E.0.191 firmware from android 4.1.2 10.1.1.B.0.166 firmware update. It was certified by PTCRB back in early November Well it is quite late for the T-Mobile to update Xperia Z on android 4.2.2 when the world is talking about android 4.3 and android 4.4 while android 4.2.2 was rolled on global version of Xperia Z back in June.

10.3.1.E.0.191 firmware brings android 4.2.2 jelly bean to T-Mobile USA ( United States ) Xperia Z both models C6606/C6616 and is available over OTA as well as via PC Companion / SUS. If you updating 10.3.1.E.0.191 firmware via OTA, file size of is about 185 MB in size ( must have free 200 MB internal memory ).

Android Version – 4.2.2
Phone Model – C6606/C6616
Kernel Version – 3.4.0
Baseband version – 9x15A-ACEFWMAZQ-30110076-50
Build Number – 10.3.1.E.0.191

Check the 10.3.1.E.0.191 software info below.

Phone Software version – 1269-5309_10.3.1.E.0.191
File System Version – TMOUS-LTE_10.3.1.E.0.191
Customization version – 1272-8668_R10B

10.3.1.E.0.191 firmware Changelog

Adds camera access from lockscreen.
Software enhancement.
Improves handset rebooting when dialing a call.

Rest other features include all basics android 4.2.2 features which global version of Xperia Z got.

If you have updated your T-Mobile Xperia Z on 10.3.1.E.0.191 firmware, let us know what it has brought for you under the hood, drop your comments below.

Thanks Jeffrey Moore 🙂

Carrier based Xperia Z1 14.1.G.2.259 firmware update rolling out

At present Xperia Z1 suffering from many firmware glitches, though 14.1.G.2.257 firmware update sorted out many as per Sony but users are still facing those issues some of the main are display calibration issues ( yellow hue issues ), noisy pics from camera app etc.

At the same time 14.1.G.2.259 firmware was certified on PTCRB for Xperia Z1 C6903 on October 23 almost a month ago which was as per our sources meant for only carrier based devices and here it comes.

14.1.G.2.259 firmware update has been released now for Xperia Z1 in Australia on “Telstra Australia” carrier dated 14/11/13. It is expected to be bring some minor changes only.

Xperia Z1 14.1.G.2.259 firmware seen as OTA update sized 95.2 MB on a user’s handset, do check it may also be available via PC Companion or SUS. Look for a notification as shown below. Users who have got this update are saying it brought better battery life with it now.

It still keeps Xperia Z1 on android 4.2.2 jelly bean, hoped as last android 4.2.2 update on Xperia Z1 before we see android 4.3 officially rolling in December as Sony said.

If you have a carrier based Xperia Z1, then look for 14.1.G.2.259 firmware update, let us know what it has brought under the hood for the users, any major change noticed, drop your comments on that.

Xperia Amami / Sony D5503 to be called as Xperia Z1S, doubt prevails ?

Just after a day when we saw Xperia Z1S photo snapped beside with Xperia Z1 from a Digi-Wo user, a new speculation has come up whether Sony D5503 will be called as Xperia Z1S or not. The moment when Xperia Z1F saw it’s release in Japan, rumors started about the existence of Xperia Z1S, international version of Xperia Z1F.

A new user on Digi-Wo has posted a fresh pic of Xperia Z1S snapped on top of Xperia Z1, comparing their size but the annotations reads “It is called Xperia Amami right, DoCoMo version Xperia Z1F as SO-02F right, but not Z1S for now“.

Rumor says Chinese version of Xperia Z1S will come as Sony M55H. Check the pic below yourself of Xperia Z1S on top of Xperia Z1. How we can say the below handset is not Xperia Z1F, well look at this another pic of Xperia Z1S with Xperia Z1, it shares some surroundings of spoon, fork and table cloth as it is.

If it is considered to be true that Sony D5503 is not named as Xperia Z1S then what it is ? What about the recent spotting of Xperia Z1S being listed on Sony Mobile official website for a moment…

Are all these a user’s speculation ? A lot ago we saw EvLeaks leaking a pic of Xperia Z1 mini version, naming it as Xperia Z1S. Well nothing more than that has come up for the existence of Xperia Z1S yet.

We have seen that Sony D5503 do exist but is it also Xperia Z1S or not, we will keep you updated on that. Let us know what do you think…

Thanks Ben 🙂

Xperia L,E,TX,J,SP,Miro,Tipo,UL Listed on CyanogenMod Website – ROM Coming soon officially or not ?

Good news for Xperia L, E, TX, J, SP, Miro, Tipo, UL users is that CM ROM may be coming soon from CyanongenMod Devs as just spotted said Xperia devices on CyanogenMod official website under CyanogenMod download page. At present no build is available for above mentioned Xperia handsets.

Xperia L (taoshan), Xperia E (nanhu), Xperia TX (hayabusa), Xperia J (jlo), Xperia SP (huashan), Xperia miro (mesona), Xperia tipo (tapioca), Xperia UL (gaga) are the newly added Xperia handsets for CyanogenMod ROM, along with already present Xperia arco S (hikari), Xperia ZL (odin), Xperia V (tsubasa), Xperia Tablet Z Wifi (pollux_windy), Xperia Z (yuga), Xperia ZR (dogo), Xperia T (mint), Xperia Tablet Z (pollux), Xperia S (nozomi), Xperia ion (aoba) and Xperia Z Ultra (togari) as per the devices list mentioned on CyanogenMod official website under “Sony” search tag.

[ UPDATE ] – “uberlaggydarwin” XDA member says that none of Sony developers inside CM owns Xperia L handset, they don’t announce anything for their devices until they are making it, as all above devices mentioned in TITLE of post are seen on CM website, so it doesn’t mean that a ROM is cooking up or not.

Check below the screenshot of listing of newly added Xperia devices on CyanogenMod website

A lot many new Xperia devices have been added, some promising ones which are missing from the list is mighty Xperia Z1, Xperia C and Xperia M.

We would love to see our beloved Xperia Z1 also added to that list. If you are keen to have android 4.4 AOSP ROMs on your Xperia Z and Xperia Z1, well let us tell you development has already begun from XDA developers and ROMs have come out already. Check below mentioned links.

Android 4.4 KitKat AOSP RevolutionROM for Xperia Z1 Released – Install it

Install Android 4.4 KitKat AOSP KRT16M Stable ROM on Xperia Z “Yuga”

Are you excited all users of newly added devices to CyanogenMod…Drop your comments.

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