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Xperia Z1 Screen and Body bent appears – User’s fault or Hardware issue ?

Some users are raising concerns about the how well Xperia Z1 is build, we have come across some pictures of Xperia Z1 on Sony Mobile forum where users are complaining that their Xperia Z1’s screen and body has bent from its regular position and is lifted up, well at this stage it is hard to tell that is it hardware fault or user’s fault. Well let’s have a deep look into the matter what happened.

[ UPDATE – 12 Feb 2014 ]

Xperia SP Frame Bent Issue appeared like Xperia Z1 – Poor Build Quality or User’s Fault ?

This is what we found “a user says that his one month old Xperia Z1 is bent itself, he didn’t sit on it”…Check the pic below where bottom end of Xperia Z1 has bent.

In a first look, it seems user has sat over Xperia Z1 while it was in back pocket may be, but the concerned owner denies this fact…only God knows the fact.

Another user has also posted the pic of his Xperia Z1 which is bent from front side. This user claims that he has rectified the bent by pressing it, and now 99% it is horizontal ( pic not attached ).

It’s quite obvious phone doesn’t come like that, user must have done something to it, may be sat on it or pressurized it.

An XDA user dante2086 posted some pics of his bent Xperia Z1, it looks awful terrible, he mentioned that his phone got some serious heat exposure lately so has heat done it for him ? User claims he never put it in back pocket or sat on it.!

Another user “Mart Harwood” sent us his picture of bent Xperia Z1, according to him it suddenly appeared, he didn’t do anything, as per him it may be the heat which is causing this type of distortion in the Xperia Z1 body.

Well we don’t think it is a hardware fault as it is hard to believe that it happened itself, but this is the case as per the users who are complaining about this issue, Is it an issue, is it right to call it an issue…Is heat causing this issue as no normal usage phone reaches 40 degree very easily and while gaming it reaches upto 45-46 degree.

Another Xperia Z1 user “V8Matt” has got in touch with us, and his Xperia Z1 also suffers from unconditional bends, that’s pathetic.

It seems the frame bent issue on Xperia Z1 is getting worse, another user “Thomas Uldahl” reached us with the below image.

Let us know, what do you think on this…Send us your pics of bent Xperia Z1 if it has…

Xperia Z1S Amami display compared to Xperia Z1’s – To use IPS Display ?

The latest rumored sensation from Sony Mobile, Xperia Z1S aka Xperia Amami or Sony D5503 is seen again, this time along with elder sibling Xperia Z1. Xperia Z1S Amami photographed besides Xperia Z1 showing the display comparison of both phones. With a first look you can say that display on Xperia Z1S looks a little less bright than Xperia Z1 but what if the brightness level is low on Xperia Z1S than Xperia Z1, we don’t know that yet.

User at Digi-Wo who posted this pic says that Xperia Z1S may use IPS Display ? What Sony using IPS display for their next flagship device and ditching TFT panels, that’s kind of Wow..!!! Well it certainly is a rumor or you can say the concerned tipster’s speculation regarding IPS display don’t take it seriously for now. As Xperia Z1F uses same display as Xperia Z1’s so IPS is least expected so far on Xperia Z1S also.

Check below the pic of Xperia Z1S Amami photographed beside Xperia Z1. The Most Clear pic of Xperia Z1S yet.

*Click on Pic to ZOOM

A day ago we saw Xperia Z1S real images leaked running Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.205 firmware, confirming Sony D5503 Model Number and on old UI just like android 4.2.2 in Xperia Z1. This new leak has created more sensation this time regarding display screen build.

Would you like Sony to use IPS display this time as they been using TFT panels from a long time, many Xperia Z1 users are complaining about poor display calibration on it as Yellow hue issue, so it would be better if Sony comes out this time with a great display screen.

Let us know what do you think…

Thanks Ben 🙂

Xperia Tablet S Android 4.1.1 release3 firmware update – More Accurate Clock Timings Now

Sony has roll out a firmware update for Xperia Tablet S and it seems Sony has not forgotten it yet. Android 4.1.1 release3 firmware update has been rolled on Xeria Tablet S global version along with Xperia Tablet S Wi-Fi version models SGPT121JP / S, SGPT122JP / S, SGPT123JP / S from the android 4.1.1 release2 firmware.

Xperia Tablet S Android 4.1.1 release3 firmware update has been confirmed in Japan, Australia, US and Europe so far, so if you have got the notification for update, get it done. To install this Android 4.1.1 release3 firmware on your Xperia Tablet S, you need atleast 300 MB of free space on internal storage.

Changelog of Xperia Tablet S Android 4.1.1 release3 firmware update

More accurate clock time now.

Above mentioned is the only official changelog presented by Sony yet.

It is sad that Xperia Tablet S still features android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean and no official statement from Sony has come whether it will get further updates or not.

If you have got the update on your Xperia Tablet S, let us know what more it has brought for the users under the hood. Drop your comments below.

[ via – Sony Mobile Japan ]

[ REVIEW ] Sony Xperia Z1 Side Flip Case from RockPhone CN

Xperia Z1, the best of Sony for the best of you and to protect it you need a good premium case, the one which covers it at most delicate locations and opens up space at appropriate locations. The hunt for best Sony L39h / Xperia Z1 case in on and now we will be publishing a series of reviews for various types of Xperia Z1 cases present in the market. The first case we feature today is from RockPhone CN, it’s a side flip case ( or you can say a book flip case ).

RockPhone CN sent us this Xperia Z1 side flip case as a review sample unit. It costs almost 20$ or Rs 1099 is purchased from India, ships worldwide, normally from Hong Kong but have various distributors across many countries so they get it for you. We got it delivered by GoLifeStyleRetail in India.

It fits perfectly in Xperia Z1 C6902/3/6 and Xperia Z1 L39h, available in 4 colors viz. Blue, Yellow, Orange and Black though White and Purple are missing from the list, we wonder why so.!

Let’s have a look at the detailed review of Xperia Z1 side flip case from RockPhone.

[ Review ] Xperia Z1 side flip case from RockPhone

Xperia Z1 side flip case from RockPhone comes in a cream-white plastic-glass case, covering looks good. At the top right corner it is written “for Sony Xperia Z1 / L39h”.

Back of cover lists some of the specifications in Chinese and the distributors details.

On the front side of case, “RockPhone” logo is embossed in metal casing, read as “Unique Designed by ROCK”. Front black side has a texture similar to wooden and back with a tough hard translucent plastic.

Inner side of flap which comes over the display screen has soft lining on surface, which has got dirty after usage of month by us, you can check below the pic.

Check the Xperia Z1 Side Flip Case from RockPhone’s view from all sides. 3.5 mm headphone jack, all buttons like power button, volume rocker button and dedicated camera button are well accessible.

SIM card slot area is not accessible as it has a plastic case covering on it which is also present on all 4 corners of phone protecting like a bumper case also. Though USB Port slot and MicroSD card slot with magnetic charging area is clearly accessible and is not covered with any plastic covering.

Well it is one of the cases we have seen which is a flip case also and magnetic charging port is not covered and is accessible which is a plus point in rating this case. You can use EC21 magnetic charging cable to charge your Xperia Z1 while case in on, We haven’t tried it putting on Dock DK31 while case in on.

As many people reports that many flip case’s camera opening is coming between the sensor and sometimes obstructs the flash LED, well have a look at the camera opening area of this case.

Pros

Very Light Weight.
All ports are accessible ( except SIM card ).
Proper space for ear speaker on front flap of cover.
Price Worth.
Durable.

Cons

After opening front flap of case, it remains open as very light weight.
Case looses on corner sides after rugged usage.

Overall case is very handy, we are still using it as it is one of the cases in market from which you can access magnetic charging port while case in on.

Thanks RockPhone for sending us this, if you are looking to have it, check the Xperia Z1 flip case product listing.

Let us know about your Xperia Z1 case which you are using on your Xperia Z1, what you like most, flips case or back case or you like to have your Xperia Z1 naked, drop your comments…

Xperia M 15.1.C.2.8 firmware update – Camera Improved

Sony has given the taste of firmware updates to two Xperia handsets today, earlier in the morning we saw Xperia M Dual being updated to android 4.2.2 15.2.A.2.5 firmware and just now another update has hit Xperia M. Android 4.1.2 15.1.C.2.8 firmware ( moving from previous 15.1.C.1.17 firmware ) update has just hit Xperia M sadly keeping it still on android 4.1.2 as android 4.2.2 was expected seeing it already running on Xperia M Dual versions.

15.1.C.2.8 firmware update confirmed on both C1904/C1905 in Vietnam so far. 15.1.C.2.8 firmware update available as usual via PC Companion and SUS and on Bridge for Mac users.

Connect your Xperia M to PC Companion and look for a notification just like shown below for 15.1.C.2.8 firmware update and proceed as per on screen instructions.

Though Sony still has not updated the new 15.1.C.2.8 firmware on their website but the users who have already got it are saying that it improved “camera” ( atleast better than previous version ).

Download Xperia M 15.1.C.2.8 firmware ftf

Download C1905_Moneylatentoi__15.1.C.2.8_world.ftf | 593 MB

We think rest all the features are under the hood in this 15.1.C.2.8 firmware update for Xperia M, rest you tell us what it has brought for you in actual…

Xperia Z1S real images leaked running Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.205 firmware – Sony D5503 Model Number Confirmed

A few days ago a pic was snapped stating that Sony Mobile is taking strict measure to stop the leaks of it’s flagship devices before their official launch as it happened with the Xperia Z1, whose whole specifications, pictures and official press document was leaked a few hours before it’s official launch. It has happened again, this time Xperia Z1S real images leaked running android 4.3 14.2.A.0.205 firmware, yesterday we posted an update that firmware 14.2.A.0.25 runs android 4.3 and here it comes. Recently we spotted Sony by mistake putting Xperia Z1S listing on Sony Mobile Global products page which also sparked the rumors of its existence.

Model number Sony D5503 has ben confirmed with this leak. Xperia Z1S is the international release of it’s sibling Xperia Z1F ( aka Xperia Z1 Mini ) which was recently released in Japan on NTT DoCoMo carrier, the then users wanted to come it as a global version also and here it comes now to rock.

Xperia Z1S leaked images confirmed the 720p HD 4.3″ screen running android 4.3 14.2.A.0.205 firmware, 16 GB internal storage and 2 GB RAM. Unfortunately same old UI as of android 4.2.2 on Xperia Z1 is spotted also on Xperia Z1S. Chinese version of Xperia Z1S will come as Sony M55H.

Check below Xperia Z1S real images.

*Click on Images to ZOOM.

You can see the front cam is located at extreme right corner and notification light at top, huge bezels at bottom just like Xperia Z1.

Xperia Z1S dimensions seems similar to Xperia Z1F as 127mm x 64.9mm x 9.4mm.

Android 4.3 14.2.A.0.205 firmware spotted on Xperia Z1S has no major changes as per UI is concerned which can be seen from below images of the interface.

Home launcher on Xperia Z1S seems very much similar to Xperia Home version 6.1.A.0.5 which was recently posted by us for Xperia Z1, Z Ultra users.

Above Xperia Z1S images clearly shows that now Xperia Z1S is not a rumor, the existence of Sony Xperia Z1S D5503 is proved 🙂 Well next big thing to keep an eye on is the price of Xperia Z1S, well as it packs super high specs of Xperia Z1, it won’t be cheap. It is rumored to be launched next year only during CES 2014 may be.

Let us know are you excited by the Xperia Z1S now…

[ Source – MobilTelefon ]

Xperia Z1S Expected to come as Sony D5503 as HQ Image Sample Leaks

Today some rumors have been put aside for Xperia Z1S, that it was expected to be launched in some Shanghai Press Event of Sony, November 12 but nothing happened, a fake rumor has been put aside again. Don’t loose hope on Xperia Z1S as a new rumor has come up now. It is rumored that Xperia Z1S expected to come as Sony D5503 next year.

Yes you saw right, Sony D5503, it seems Sony has shifted to a new series now for the flagship devices launching in year 2014. It is rumored that D5xxx will be used for mid range devices and D6xxx for high end devices next year and Sony may follow the scheming as “C” for year 2013, “D” for year 2014 and “E” for 2015, afterall it is just a speculation till now, no official word on it so far. As per sources, Sony D5503 can be the international version of Xperia Z1F which was recently launched in Japan under NTT DoCoMo. Yesterday we saw Sony Mobile unintentionally putting up the listing of Xperia Z1S on their global products page and then later on removing it in an hour.

Let’s what we have for you now as far as mysterious device Sony D5503 is concerned. A high quality images sample has been leaked which is allegedly taken by Sony D5503 ( expected to be Xperia Z1S ).

Take a look at the sample image from Sony D5503. Check the .exif data of image to rectify your concerns.

*Click on Image to Zoom.

Above image is taken by Sony D5503, f/2.0 aperture and on firmware version 14.2.A.0.204 which is android 4.3 or android 4.4 is still unknown to us.

[ UPDATE ] 14.2.A.0.204 firmware is running Android 4.3 ( Android 4.3; zh-CN ) so far as per our source, Stay tuned for our next post on this.

Below you can see another image sample taken from Sony D5503 in an 8 MP mode. *Click on Image to Zoom.

If rumors are to be believed Sony D5503 or we say Xperia Z1S will feature 720p HD screen /( display size 4.6″ inch or 4.3″ inch not known yet ).

NOTE :- As per Source Sony D5503 and Xperia Z1S are related but NO OFFICIAL / VALID SOURCE is known yet to confirm this speculation.

What do you think guys, is Sony preparing for next revolution in smartphone industry. Let us know your views on it.

[ Source – Blog of Mobile 1, 2 ; Xperia Blog ]

White Frame Parts of an Unknown Xperia Phone Leaked – Similar Metal Frame Like Xperia Z1

As year is about to end and we are waitign for new Xperia devices to come up, we have been hearing rumors about Xperia Z1S ( aka mini version of Xperia Z1 launching globally). At the same time frame parts of an unknown Xperia phone have been surfaced on C-Tech, China website which shows the device follows the similar metal frame as like Xperia Z1 fits in.

Images have been leaked showing frame parts from all sides. On closely inspecting them, one can find that it is very similar to Xperia Z1 metal frame with same thickness almost. In Xperia Z1 there is an hole at the center of speaker grill while looking at the frame parts of this unknown Xperia phone, there are 3 holes in the bottom side.

[ UPDATE – 18 Jan ]

Sony D6503 Live Photos Leaked – Very Similar to Xperia Z1 in Design

Let’s have a look at the frame parts now. It seems it has similar thickness from sides just like Xperia Z1 has. Nothing can be written about the camera hole of the frame, is it bigger or of the same size.

Now look at the frame parts from front side.

3.5 mm headphone jack position is at the same location where Xperia Z1 has.

In below frame you can see the micro-SD card slot, USB port and the magnetic charging slot with a strap hole whose location is opposite to where Xperia Z1 has.

SIM card slot, volume rocker buttons and camera button is at the same position just like Xperia Z1.

3 holes at the bottom side of phone for microphone but where is speaker grill here ? It seems missing…But what if out of 3 holes, 2 are meant as external speaker then sound is gonna low again similar to Xperia Z1.

At this point nothing can be said regarding which mystery phone it is, a new flagship device or somewhat else. Well we have to wait for now to see what Sony has for us in CES 2014.

Thanks Ben 🙂

[ Source – C-Tech, China ]

Xperia Z1S spotted on Sony Mobile Global Site and Taken Down by Sony Soon

Since Xperia Z1 launched officially and Xperia Z1F ( aka mini version of Xperia Z1 in Japan ), there has been rumors buzzing about launch of global version of Xperia Z1 Mini as Xperia Z1S. But till now we saw only rumors. Even recently an alleged image of Xperia Z1S surfaced from the Evleaks firing the rumors again. This time something official has been put on the existence of Xperia Z1S from Sony Mobile.

Xperia Z1S spotted on Sony Mobile Global Site, a moment ago and hyperlinked to Xperia Z1 page but the weird thing is that Sony Mobile took down the listing of Xperia Z1S within an hour of putting it live.

Xperia Z1S ( “S” being used in superscript to Xperia Z1 ) on the listing page.

[ UPDATE ] Xperia Z1S listing from Sony Mobile Global Site has been taken down now.

First let us show you the screenshot of Xperia Z1S listed on Sony Mobile Global Site.

*Click on the image to Zoom

Note :- For all haters who think that the above image may be edited, they can also check the below image which is the full screenshot of the page taken by us. *Click on the image to Zoom

What does it signify ? Is Xperia Z1S coming soon ? Is Xperia Z1S Global launch is near ?

Well we heard an interesting rumor sometime back that Sony is about to launch Xperia Z1S and another device codenamed as Xperia Taichi to be unveiled on November 12 at Shanghai Press Event. Well there is no official source for this rumor but it may be the case that after seeing the listing of Xperia Z1S on Sony Mobile site and taking it down then, has given hope that the above rumor may come true soon…

Rumored specs of Xperia Taichi

According to a widespread rumor Xperia Taichi is a mid ranged 6″ Phablet featuring MediaTek SoC true octa-core processor and 720p HD display with 1280×720 screen resolution.

Xperia Z1S may come up with below specs :-

Android – 4.2.2 Jelly Bean
Dimensions – 127mm x 64.9mm x 9.4mm ( exactly like Xperia Z1F ).
Display – Triluminos, X-Reality for Mobile.
Screen Size – 4.3″ HD 1280×720 resolution.
Battery – 2300 mAh.
Processor – Snapdragon 800 clocked at 2.2 GHz
Memory – 2GB RAM and 16 GB internal memory.
Connectivity – BlueTooth 4.0, LTE enabled.
Camera resolution – 20.7 MP rear cam and 2.2 MP front cam.
IP 55 / IP 58 dust and water resistance.

Above listing of Xperia Z1S has certainly sparked its existence rumors now, hopefully we will see it soon. What do you think guys on this…

Thanks Ben for detailed screenshot 🙂

[ Source – Sony Mobile, Listing removed now ]

Xperia Z1, Z Ultra, Z, ZL album app version 5.2.A.1.20 OTA Update

While all Xperia users are waiting for android 4.3 update on their devices which is due in December as per Sony’s statement on their blog recently, Sony has rolled out recently some updates to their stock media apps. Recently we saw Sony rolling out Xperia Keyboard 5.6.D.1.28 version OTA update on Xperia S, SL and P. Just now we received album app version 5.2.A.1.20 update on our Xperia Z1 C6902.

Album app version 5.2.A.1.20 update is available as an OTA update only, and confirmed by users of Xperia Z Ultra, Xperia Z and ZL. Album app version 5.2.A.1.20 is an update over previous album 5.2.A.0.6.

Check in update center and look for album app version 5.2.A.1.20 notification as shown below.

What’s new ?

More Sony PlayMemories Online functions.
All sync – automatic and unlimited photo uploads from phone ( resized ).

If you have not received it yet, you can download it from below link and install it like normal apk.

Download album app version 5.2.A.1.20

Download com.sonyericsson.album.apk | 11 MB

Changelog

Thumbnails load a lot faster.
No lags, smooth transition while scrolling images.
X-Reality transition loads much better than before.
Lighter in size.

Above album app version 5.2.A.1.20 is tested on Xperia Z1, Z Ultra, Z, ZL and should also work on Xperia ZR, L, M Dual. If it works on your Xperia device not listed here, let us know…

If you have already got album app version 5.2.A.1.20 update, let us know if you find any other changes or bugs, drop your comments.

Xperia Z1 Camera app Social Live Version 1.0.14 Update

20.7 MP camera in Xperia Z1 is the most attractive feature of it including all the camera apps which are associated with it. Xperia Z1 Camera app Social Live which allows users to broadcast videos live to Facebook is a wonderful app. Social Live app has just been updated to version 1.0.14 from version 1.0.13 in Google Play Store.

Xperia Z1 Camera app Social Live Version 1.0.14 update is available on Google Play store only, exclusively for Sony Xperia Z1 users.

If you unable to download it from Play Store, download it manually from given below link.

Download Xperia Z1 Camera app Social Live Version 1.0.14

Download com.bambuser.sociallive.apk

What’s new ?

Small UI refinements and fixes.
Better handling of network problems.

To use the app, open camera app, tap on Social Live app icon and then log in your Facebook account and start recording your videos and broadcast them live on Facebook and share with your friends.

Above update also works on the ported Xperia Z1 camera on Xperia L and Xperia V, let us know if it works for you.

If you find any bug or new feature in this Xperia Z1 Camera app Social Live Version 1.0.14 Update , let us know in comments.

Sony CONFIRMS Android 4.3 Coming in December on Xperia Z1, Z Ultra, Z, ZL, ZR, Tablet Z, SP, T, TX, V – No update for Xperia S, SL, Acro S, Ion, P, J, U, Tipo, Miro, Neo V, L, E, M, C

As android 4.4 plans for Xperia devices confirmed by Sony just now stating that Xperia Z, ZL, Z Ultra, Z1 and Tablet Z are the first batch of devices which will get android 4.3 KitKat update soon, though no ETA is given. As Sony promised earlier about rolling android 4.3 jelly bean update soon, here comes the official news.

Sony Mobile has just now confirmed that Android 4.3 Coming in December on Xperia Z1, Z Ultra, Z, ZL, ZR, Tablet Z, SP. As Sony said that some devices will be updated directly from android 4.1.2 to android 4.3 so the next batch of devices getting android 4.3 will be Xperia T, TX and Xperia V. Though it is a big deal if see android 4.3 coming for all above mentioned devices in December only.

[ Update ]

Sony CONFIRMED Android 4.4 KitKat for Xperia Z, ZL, Z Ultra, Z1, Tablet Z – No ETA – Xperia ZR, SP, C Not mentioned
No Android 4.3 / 4.4 KitKat update for Xperia S, SL, Acro S, Ion.

Sony Mobile quotes Android 4.3 update info on their blog :-

We’re pleased to tell you that we’ll start rolling Android 4.3 for Xperia Z, Xperia ZL, Xperia ZR, Xperia Tablet Z, Xperia SP, Xperia Z Ultra and Xperia Z1 from next month*.

We also mentioned that a few of our products would be jumping software version – so, we can confirm that Xperia T, Xperia TX and Xperia V* will be upgraded to Android Jelly Bean 4.3… also from next month.

Check out the tweet made by Sony Mobile…

Just in: here’s us on #JellyBean 4.3 & #KitKat 4.4…http://t.co/m3RuUINjhD #SonyXperia

— Sony Xperia News (@SonyMobileNews) November 7, 2013

So on on the basis of above info we are answering some questions that most users will ask…

Which Xperia Devices are getting android 4.3 jelly bean update and when ?

Android 4.3 Coming in December on Xperia Z1, Z Ultra, Z, ZL, ZR, Tablet Z, SP, T, TX, V.

What is Strange ?

No android 4.3 update will come on Xperia L, C, E, M as per Sony statement till now.

No Android 4.3 Update for:-

No android 4.3 update for Xperia S, SL, Acro S, Ion, P, J, U, Tipo, Miro, Neo V, L, E, M, C.

Read Official Sony Statement on Android 4.3 update

Let us know Xperia users, how do you feel after getting this official statement from Sony, drop your comments below.

[ Source – Sony Mobile ]

Sony CONFIRMED Android 4.4 KitKat for Xperia Z, ZL, Z Ultra, Z1, Tablet Z – No ETA – Xperia ZR, SP, C Not mentioned

Most awaited news from Sony Mobile has just came up about android 4.4 KitKat update on Xperia devices, it is now CONFIRMED that Android 4.4 KitKat for Xperia Z, ZL, Z Ultra, Z1, Tablet Z will come very soon thought it is not expected this year obviously due to scheduling of android 4.3 update in December.

Sony Mobile as announced on their official blog that Xperia Z, ZL, Z Ultra, Z1, Tablet Z will be getting android 4.4 KitKat updates in future though no ETA has be given yet. Strange to see that Xperia ZR has not been named yet, may be they will do in future or they won’t it still remains a mystery.

[ Android 4.3 UPDATE – 7 November ]

Sony CONFIRMS Android 4.3 Coming in December on Xperia Z1, Z Ultra, Z, ZL, ZR, Tablet Z, SP, T, TX, V –

No android 4.3 update for Xperia S, SL, Acro S, Ion, P, J, U, Tipo, Miro, Neo V, L, E, M, C.

So in a short note we are confirming this as per mentioned by Sony Mobile statement.

We’re also happy to tell you about the first raft of Xperia products that we’ll make Android 4.4 Kit Kat available for – they are: Xperia Z, Xperia ZL, Xperia Tablet Z, Xperia Z Ultra and Xperia Z1*.

Check out Sony Mobile Tweet :-

Just in: here’s us on #JellyBean 4.3 & #KitKat 4.4…http://t.co/m3RuUINjhD #SonyXperia

— Sony Xperia News (@SonyMobileNews) November 7, 2013

Which Xperia Devices will get Android 4.4 KitKat update and when ?

Android 4.4 KitKat for Xperia Z, ZL, Z Ultra, Z1, Tablet Z is confirmed. No ETA.

What is Strange here ?

Nothing mentioned for Xperia ZR, C, and SP.

As Sony says that Xperia Z, ZL, Z Ultra, Z1, Tablet Z are the first batch of devices getting android 4.4 KitKat update so it means we may see Xperia ZR, Xperia SP, Xperia C soon joining the list.

When should we expect it to come ?

As in December Sony is rolling out android 4.3 update for Xperia Z, ZL, Z Ultra, Tablet Z, Z1, ZR and Xperia SP, T, TX and V so we may see android 4.4 KitKat update next year in January 2014.

Other Devices which can get android 4.4 KitKat update ?

Other device which have very strong chances of getting android 4.4 KitKat update is Xperia T, TX and Xperia V.

No Android 4.4 KitKat update for :-

No updates for Xperia S, SL, Acro S, Ion, P, J, L, Tipo, Miro confirmed.

Read Official Sony Statement on Android 4.4 KitKat update

Let us know Xperia users, how do you feel after getting this official statement from Sony, drop your comments below.

[ Source – Sony Mobile ]

Xperia keyboard version 5.6.D.1.28 OTA update for Xperia S, SL, P

It’s great to see that Sony has not forgotten Xperia S, SL and P, as users have reported an OTA update coming for Xperia keyboard version 5.6.D.1.28. Xperia S, SL and P at present are on android 4.1.2 jelly bean and with the introduction of android 4.4 KitKat Project Svelte; Xperia S, SL, Acro S and P users can expect to get android 4.3 and android 4.4 KitKat updates though chances are very less.

Xperia keyboard version 5.6.D.1.28 update is available in update center app on your Xperia S, SL and P. Update brings no visual changes rather some “software performance improvement” to rectify the lag in the keyboard app.

Look for the notification as shown below in update center app and update your Xperia Keyboard app.

Tap on download button icon to start downloading the app.

For all Xperia S, SL and P users who have not got Xperia keyboard version 5.6.D.1.28 update yet can download the below apk and install it like a normal apk, no root is needed.

Download Xperia keyboard version 5.6.D.1.28

Download com.sonyericsson.textinput.uxp.apk

Let us know if you find any major change in Xperia keyboard version 5.6.D.1.28, drop your comments below. If the same update has rolled for any other handset, let us know in comments.

Not sure if this app works on other android 4.1.2 handsets of Xperia, try and let us know.

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

While every Xperia smartphone user is waiting for the official wording from Sony Mobile on their plans for android 4.3 and android 4.4 KitKat update, as per Sony Mobile tweet they will let users know later this week but in the meantime XDA developer pabx has managed to boot up android 4.4 KitKat AOSP KRT16M ROM on Xperia Z “Yuga” which as per many users wordings, is a stable ROM.

It’ good too see android 4.4 AOSP development has begun for Xperia devices even before the launch of android 4.4 officially on them. It’s a great ROM as per users if you don’t want to wait for CyanogenMod ROM.

Android 4.4 KitKat AOSP ROM Coming soon for Sony Xperia Z1

Android 4.4 KitKat AOSP KRT16M Stable ROM for Xperia Z

If you are planning to install this ROM on your Xperia Z, you must know that this ROM is purely based on android 4.4 KitKat AOSP and is needed to be flashed with fastboot. Let’s see what this ROM contains. Kernel is 3.4.67.

Working features :- As per version 3.1 of the android 4.4 KitKat AOSP KRT16M ROM on Xperia Z; Wi-Fi, audio, Camera / video recording, callings / SMS feature, GPS, NFC are working fine including other features too.

Known Bugs :- Some users after testing claims that syncing calendar with Google may not work on fresh installation of android 4.4 KitKat AOSP KRT16M ROM on Xperia Z, after a series of rebooting it works fine and while selecting mobile network manually and unwanted dialog box pops up, press home button to get rid of it.

Android 4.4 KitKat AOSP KRT16M ROM on Xperia Z Overview

XDA member mestanr has created an overview of this ROM, let’s have a look at it.

If you want to install this android 4.4 KitKat AOSP KRT16M ROM on Xperia Z then head over to XDA thread for all detailed info on installation and downloading packages concerned for this ROM.

If you have installed this ROM, let us know how was the experience.

T-Mobile USA Xperia Z C6606/C6616 10.3.1.E.0.191 firmware certified – Which Android version ?

In between the time when Sony Mobile officially tweeted that they are going to release their android 4.4 KitKat and android 4.3 update plans for the Xperia devices, a new firmware has been spotted for T-Mobile USA Xperia Z C6606/C6616. 10.3.1.E.0.191 firmware besides 10.3.1.E.0.190 firmware has been spotted on PTCRB website recently.

It is still not clear that 10.3.1.E.0.191 firmware belongs to which android version. It is a higer build over android 4.2.2 10.3.1.A.2.67 firmware update as the new firmware has a new series 10.3.1.E.X.XXX so it is expected to be a higher build of android too.

[ UPDATE 19 Nov ]

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

Check below the certification of 10.3.1.E.0.191 firmware on PTCRB website. 10.3.1.E.0.190 firmware can also be seen in below image.

No new firmware has been spotted for global Xperia Z C6603 LTE and C6602 HSPA+ versions, it something amazing that we saw a firmware certified for T-Mobile USA Xperia Z version.

We hope it may a higher build of android, hopefully android 4.3; still no official word on this. As soon as we get more info on this new firmware certified, we will update you…

Let us know if you have received any such firmware update…

[ via – PTCRB ]

Download 6 Movies Free from Xperia Privilege Movies app including Elysium – For Xperia Z1, Z Ultra and Tablet Z Users

Sony Mobile has started a promotional campaign where you can download 6 movies free from Xperia Privilege Movies app including summer blockbuster Elysium. Xperia Privilege is an app made specially for Sony Xperia smartphone users which includes promotional campaigns, varying from region to region. This time you can download some great movies if you are the proud owner of Sony Xperia Z1, Z Ultra and Tablet Z.

In past we have seen Sony giving special free £20/€25 Voucher to Xperia Z users in certain regions which was to be redeemed on “Play Memories online, Music Unlimited, Play Now, PlayStation store” etc.

Download Movies Free from Xperia Privilege Movies app

You can now download 6 free movies from 10 listed movies and each user is given a unique code to redeem 6 credits.

TOS :- The above offer of downloading free movies is valid for only Xperia Z1, Z Ultra and Tablet Z owners in regions India, Mexico, Brazil, UAE, Russia, Poland, Indonesia, Malaysia, Sweden, Saudi Arabia, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Netherlands, Singapore, Thailand and South Africa.

Movies included :- 2012, Elysium, MIB 3, Premium Rush, DJango, Battle: Los Angeles, Terminator 4, The Karate Kid, The Amazing Spider Man, Total Recall.

Promotion Period :- 1 November 2013 to 31 December 2013 and voucher can be redeemed till 31 March 2014.

How to Download Movies ?

Install Xperia Privilege App.
Now look for the promotional offer in the app as shown below.

After choosing promotional offer “Get 6 great movies including Summer Blockbuster Elysium” you will be shown the promotional campaign details.

Accept the TOS of the campaign.

As you enter the campaign you will be given your unique voucher code which is to be entered in Xperia Privilege Movies app.

Download Xperia Privilege Movies Apps from Google Play Store
After downloading the Xperia Privilege Movies app, open it and sign up entering your email id and voucher code.

You will be see the list of all 10 movies listed for download, tap on redeem button to download the movie.

Movie can only be downloaded over Wi-Fi and it will be played by the movie player of app itself.

Each user can use the voucher code only once.

Other Xperia users may not be able to avail this offer but you are able to do so in any manner do let us know in below comments.

If you have avail this offer, let us know about your views on it, you like it ?

Sony announcing android 4.4 KitKat and android 4.3 plans next week – Which Xperia phones will get ?

Android 4.4 KitKat is official now, one of the major update for android operating system. With the previous release of android 4.3 jelly bean, Sony officially announced that whole Xperia Z family will get android 4.3 jelly bean including Xperia Z1, Z Ultra, Z, ZL, ZR, Tablet Z and Xperia SP, while some phones will be directly updated to android 4.3 jelly bean from android 4.12 ( names has not been disclosed yet ).

With Android 4.4 in front line, next most important question is which Xperia handsets will get android 4.4 KitKat update and when ? Some official wording has come from Sony on this now.

[ Android 4.3 UPDATE – 7 November ]

Sony CONFIRMS Android 4.3 Coming in December on Xperia Z1, Z Ultra, Z, ZL, ZR, Tablet Z, SP, T, TX, V –

No android 4.3 update for Xperia S, SL, Acro S, Ion, P, J, U, Tipo, Miro, Neo V, L, E, M, C.

[ Android 4.4 KitKat UPDATE – 7 November ]

Sony CONFIRMED Android 4.4 KitKat for Xperia Z, ZL, Z Ultra, Z1, Tablet Z – No ETA – Xperia ZR, SP, C Not mentioned
No Android 4.3 / 4.4 KitKat update for Xperia S, SL, Acro S, Ion.

Sony Mobile has tweeted regarding their plans for android 4.3 and android 4.4 KitKat.

Sony Mobile made a tweet…

re. #Android @KitKat, we’re excited – next week our news on: 4.3, 4.4; products & more… #SonyXperia

re. #Android @KitKat, we’re excited – next week our news on: 4.3, 4.4; products & more… #SonyXperia

— Sony Xperia News (@SonyMobileNews) November 1, 2013

Above tweet clearly says that Xperia users will get a solid info on the android 4.4 KitKat and android 4.3 update for them. Hopefully Sony will tell the approx. timing of rolling update and the phones getting it.

Android 4.4 includes “Project Svelte ” which is an effort by Google to run android 4.4 KitKat even on low memory devices with 512 MB RAM, so can we also expect it on low end Xperia handsets.

Let us know what do you think, which Xperia handsets will get now android 4.4 KitKat update and should Sony skip android 4.3 now ? Drop your comments below…

CyanogenMod 10.2 Nightlies Rolled for Xperia Z Ultra “Togari” – Android 4.3 Jelly Bean

CyanogenMod one of the most famous custom rom makers now have hit Xperia Z Ultra “Togari”, yes CyanogenMod 10.2 Nightlies are now available for download on their website. Xperia Z Ultra currently on android 4.2.2 jelly bean 14.1.B.2.257 firmware and android 4.3 is next in line. Sony has already confirmed that soon whole Xperia Z family will be updated to android 4.3 jelly bean.

CyanogenMod 10.2 Nightlies bring android 4.3 jelly bean to Xperia Z Ultra. Download the CyanogenMod 10.2 Nightlies package for Xperia Z Ultra from the official CyanogenMod page. It is still unstable release, so there must be a lot bugs in this.

Download CyanogenMod 10.2 Nightlies for Xperia Z Ultra

Download CyanogenMod 10.2 Nightlies ZiP Package

Download Gapps Package

Back up all your data on Xperia Z Ultra, unlock your bootloader and then install the CyanogenMod 10.2 Nightlies package for Xperia Z Ultra and then flash the Google GApps package, to access the Google services.

If you want to have a stable ROM then wait for another CyanogenMod 10.2 release for Xperia Z Ultra or wait for official android 4.3 release for Xperia Z Ultra.

If you have updated to above then let us know your comments…

[ Source – CyanogenMod ]

Install Latest Xperia Home 6.1.A.0.5 version on Xperia Z1, Z

Xperia L was recently updated to android 4.2.2 15.3.A.0.26 firmware which brought a lot many features which Xperia Z family android phones got in their update. It’s overall a major update for Xperia L users and has enhanced the performance of the device. Noticing carefully it was found that some stock apps have also been updated which are not yet updated on Xperia Z1 and other android 4.2.2 running Xperia smartphones. Recently we saw Sony rolling out Album app version 5.2.A.0.6, Tasks App version 1.0.A.0.1, Walkman app version 7.15.A.0.0 and Info-eye version 1.1.02 on Xperia Z1 and Xperia Z Ultra ( Album app on all Xperia Z family ).

Xperia Home launcher has been updated to version 6.1.A.0.5 in Xperia L android 4.2.2 15.3.A.0.26 firmware though the present Xperia Home launcher on Xperia Z1 reads as version 6.0.2.A.0.13.

Working on ? For now Xperia Home 6.1.A.0.5 version is tested for Xperia Z1 and Xperia Z only 🙂

Download Xperia Home 6.1.A.0.5 version

Download the new Xperia Home 6.1.A.0.5 version from below link. Extracted from Xperia L.

Download com.sonyericsson.home.apk

How to Install ?

Just install like normal apk. No root needed.

In case you don’t like it you can roll back to old version of Xperia Home 6.0.2.A.0.13 on Xperia Z1.

Download Home.apk

New Features

Number count written in front of installed and most used apps.
More smooth.
A bit fast.

Try the Xperia Home 6.1.A.0.5 version on your android 4.2.2 running handset and let us know in comments does it work for you or not.

Thanks Ben DL 🙂

Xperia L Android 4.2.2 15.3.A.0.26 firmware rolled out – Updated UI and Camera Features

Finally Xperia L joins the elite list of android 4.2.2 on Xperia smartphones. A week ago PTCRB certified 15.3.A.0.26 firmware for Xperia L and we confirmed from our sources that it will be android 4.2.2 update for Xperia L from android 4.1.2 and here a week later Sony has officially rolled out for the first time android 4.2.2 15.3.A.0.26 firmware update for Sony Xperia L C2104 and C2105.

Android 4.2.2 15.3.A.0.26 firmware is a major update ( previous was android 4.1.2 15.0.A.2.17 firmware ) on Xperia L is confirmed in regions like Indonesia, India, Philippines, Central Europe and is available over PC Companion as well as via SUS.

Xperia L has got all the stock android 4.2.2 features which other Xperia smartphones got. Ni info on OTA update now but updating via SUS or PCC it sizes around 700 MB.

Xperia L Android 4.2.2 15.3.A.0.26 firmware update

Look for the 15.3.A.0.26 firmware update notification below after connecting your Xperia L to PC Companion and proceed as per on screen instructions.

Xperia L Android 4.2.2 15.3.A.0.26 firmware details

Android – 4.2.2 Jelly Bean
Phone – Xperia L C2105 / C2014
Baseband version – 8930B-BAAAATAZQ-3228109-08-0031
Kernel – 3.4.0
Build – 15.3.A.0.26

If you still have not got 15.3.A.0.26 firmware update notification yet, you can download the 15.3.A.0.26 firmware ftf file from below and update your Xperia L after flashing it with FlashTool.

Download Xperia L Android 4.2.2 15.3.A.0.26 firmware ftf for manual flashing

Below ftf is extracted from Xperia L C2104 [India][Generic] region.

Download C2104_15.3.A.0.26_India.ftf
[ via XDA user dj2tusk ]

Below ftf is extracted from Xperia L C2104 WORLD-A region.

Download C2104_15.3.A.0.26_WORLD-A.ftf
[ via XDA user serajr ]

Below ftf is extracted from Xperia L C2105 [Philippines] region.

Download Sony Xperia L (C2105)_15.3.A.0.26_Philippines.part1.rar
Download Sony Xperia L (C2105)_15.3.A.0.26_Philippines.part2.rar
[ via XDA user amnher ]

Below ftf is extracted from Xperia L C2105 [GENERIC WORLD] region.

Download XL_15.3.A.0.26_Generic World.rar
[ via XDA user Levered ]

Flashing instruction here, we have updated steps with Xperia Z1, same will go for Xperia L.

Xperia L Android 4.2.2 15.3.A.0.26 firmware Changelog / Features

New home screen UI, you can add upto 7 window panes now.
Add more widgets in homescreen and lockscreen now.
Bug fixes and performance enhancement.
Superior auto mode ( auto scene recognition ) and Burst Mode feature added in Camera interface. Camera is certainly improved a lot in this update.
Updated Sony Media apps.
Small apps accessible from homescreen.
Improved search and app sorting now.
New Keyboard added.
Transparent statusbar and dock at the bottom part on homescreen.
False memory notification bug is rectified.
Day Dream feature added in display settings.
More free RAM available now, upto 840 MB

No specific info on improvement in range of Wi-Fi and Battery stability, need to test it. Many users are reporting that illumination app on their Xperia L is not working properly after updating to 15.3.A.0.26 firmware.

Well if you have already updated your Xperia L on Android 4.2.2 15.3.A.0.26 firmware then let us know the new features you noticed. Do you like android 4.2.2 flavor on your Xperia L, let us know in comment section. So mention any bug if you find somehow.

Xperia Z1, Z Ultra, Z, ZR, ZL Walkman app version 7.15.A.0.0 OTA Update

A new Walkman app version 7.15.A.0.0 has been rolled as OTA update on Xperia Z1 and Xperia Z Ultra just now. Recently we saw Sony rolling out Album app version 5.2.A.0.6, Tasks App version 1.0.A.0.1 and Info-eye version 1.1.02 on Xperia Z1 and Xperia Z Ultra ( Album app on all Xperia Z family ).

Walkman app version 7.15.A.0.0 replaces the older Walkman app version 7.12.A.0.0 and brings out bug fixes and performance enhancement as per changelog associated with this update.

Walkman app version 7.15.A.0.0 OTA Update

Update available over OTA only, look for the notification in the update center app. Walkman app version 7.15.A.0.0 update is confirmed rolling on Xperia Z1 and Xperia Z Ultra, we hope whole Xperia Z family will get it soon.

[ Update ] Confirmed rolling on Xperia Z, ZL and ZR also. Downloading link is at the end of post.

Sony added below changelog with this update.

Features :-

Added “Recently played playlist”.
Added “Rearrange is playlist”.
Added “Featured Playlist” powered by Music Unlimited.
Bug fixes and performance enhancement.

Walkman app version 7.15.A.0.0 takes 23.7 MB memory space.

Download Walkman app version 7.15.A.0.0

Download Walkman version 7.15.A.0.0.apk

Download above app and try it on your device. It may or may not work on Xperia C, SP, S, SL, T, V, J, L, M, E. Try it and let us know in comments if above app works on your device successfully.

If you notice any other changes or bugs in this new Walkman app, let us know in comments section…

Xperia Z1 USB port cover fell of during normal use

We will be covering a series of post here where we will bring out some of the weird issues happening to Sony Xperia Z1. It is the “Best of Sony” yet but it seems in respect to its hardware quality and the firmware bugs it still lags. We first discussed here the yellow hue tint issue on Xperia Z1 which was acknowledged by Sony as per their change log of 14.1.G.2.257 firmware update but we can confirm and even many users that yellow hue tint on Xperia Z1 is still present and Sony is taking this issue as firmware bug though it likely seems to be an issue related to faulty panels used in Xperia Z1.

We on our part have replaced our Xperia Z1 twice from Sony on the account of same yellow hue tint issue and yet not satisfied. Let’s talk about another issue, as seen by an Xperia Z1 user. Lately during a normal use of Xperia Z1, his USB port cover fell of somewhere, weird it is.

First see the image of Xperia Z1 USB port cover not at its proper position.

Let’s see what Jonas Luster quotes regarding his issue :-

And then it took precisely one week for this to happen. Apparently the USB charger port cover fell off sometime this weekend while taking pictures. We searched high and low but couldn’t find it anymore, it seems it fell out during the walk and not before, during, or after charging.

I’d been afraid this would happen, the latch felt very flimsy at first open and I am opening and closing it frequently since I don’t have a chance at using ADB over WiFi in many places.

Sony tells me I am shit out of luck and there is no way for me to get a replacement. That makes me a doubly sad panda, not having a waterproof phone now…

Well it seems terribly bad that it just came out. It certainly can’t be concluded that is it users negligence issue or an issue of faulty hardware but what’s the solution now. Is this replacement of part covered under Sony’s warranty. Well if you have a strong luck Sony service center may replace the part under warranty though we guess they may charge you an amount for the same.

You can avoid this issue by using Xperia Z1 magnetic charging dock DK31 or EC21 charging cable to charge your Xperia Z1 and use the Xperia Z1 USB port only when need to connect it via USB cable for some needful purpose otherwise do no frequently open your port flaps because if they fell of or broken your Xperia Z1 might not remain water resistant.

Xperia Z1 Self Poping Charging cover Video

Are you looking for replacement for USB Port cover ?

WitRigs do have many replacement parts for Z1 like port covers for USB port, SIM card slot, Micro SD slot. Do check their stock also once if you are lucky you may find the perfect replacement part for your device. Check below link

Buy WitRigs USB Port replacement cover for Xperia Z1

After seeing this we were looking for some solution to get Xperia Z1 USB port replacement cover, found some but after applying them, does Xperia Z1 remains waterproof, a question of interest to us and many.

If you too have encountered any issue like this, do let us know in comments and the solution also what you did to have it back…

[ Image Credits – Jonas Luster G+ ]

[ RUMOR ] Xperia Z1S and Xperia Taichi to be unveiled on November 12 Shanghai Press Event

After a month of global launch of Sony Xperia Z1 and it’s mini version as Xperia Z1 F recenty in Japan, it seems Sony Mobile is all set to release more devices this year before CES 2014 event. Just now an interesting rumor about Xperia Z1S and Xperia Taichi has been popped up on a Chinese website “Digi-Wo” which has allegedly leaked many info of may Xperia models before their official launch.

As per the tipster on the above mentioned Chinese website, Sony Mobiles is all set to hold a press event in Shanghai on November 11, 2013 where we may see the launch of Xperia Z1S ( assumed as international version of Xperia Z1 F ) and another Xperia device code named as Xperia Taichi.

Xperia Z1S was recently spotted in the alleged leaked press image render from Evleaks and it will feature the same specs as Xperia Z1F. On the other hand this mysterious device Xperia Taichi is a sensation.

Rumored specs of Xperia Taichi

According to a widespread rumor Xperia Taichi is a mid ranged 6″ Phablet featuring MediaTek SoC true octa-core processor and 720p HD display with 1280×720 screen resolution.

We want to clearly stat that authenticity of above information is still not proved, so take this info on Xperia Z1S and Xperia Taichi as rumor.

It would be great if we see international launch of Xperia Z1F, but this Xperia Taichi will be like incing on cake if it comes…

[ Source – Digi-Wo ]

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