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Sony to hold CES 2016 Press Conference on 5 Jan

Sony Mobile is sending press invite for its CES 2016 press conference, which will be held on 5th Jan, 2016 at Las Vegas. The teaser pic from Sony shows its various consumer electronics items like speaker, headphones, Alpha camera, Xperia smartphone and Smart TV.

For the time being we have not seen any leaks regarding upcoming Xperia smartphone which might be launched at CES 2016.

Sony 2016 CES 2016 Press Conference

Check out the Sony’s CES 2016 teaser pic below.

Sony recently launched its flagship Xperia “Z5” series which includes three handsets viz. Xperia Z5, Xperia Z5 Compact and Xperia Z5 Premium.

We will soon post the live video link to watch Sony CES 2016 Conference once it is out.

What do you think guys, are we going to see Sony’s new flagship at CES 2016? Let us know your views, drop your comments below.

Source – GsmArena

Sony Xperia Christmas Theme – 2015 Santa Claus Edition

Festive season is around so is the month of December and Christmas. Today we are sharing a beautiful Xperia Theme inspired from Christmas (2015 Santa Claus Edition).

It works on non-rooted Xperia devices running Android Lollipop. Download the theme apk from below and install like a normal apk.

Xperia Christmas Theme

Download Xperia Christmas Theme apk from the below link.

Check out more Xperia Themes here.

Like the theme, let us know. Drop your comments below.

via – XDA (Theme by RaKesh)

Sony What’s New app, version 3.3.A.1.3 update rolling

Sony What’s New app has been updated to new 3.3.A.1.3 version over the older 3.3.A.1.1 version. It is now possible to hide applications in Update Center category in What’s New app version 3.3.A.1.3 update.

Update also brings usual performance enhancement and UI improvements. Update is available as OTA, size 6.0 MB.

Sony What’s New app

Download Sony What’s New app 3.3.A.1.3 apk from the below link.

Check out more Sony Xperia updates here.

Drop your comments below.

32.0.A.6.200 firmware update rolling for Xperia Z5

A new 32.0.A.6.200 firmware update has been released for Sony for Xperia Z5. Till now only Xperia Z5 users have confirmed it, still to be seen rolling for Xperia Z5 Premium and Xperia Z5 Compact.

32.0.A.6.200 firmware update keeps Xperia Z5 on Android 5.1.1 Lollipop like before and is available via PC Companion, no OTA spotted. Update confirmed rolling for both Xperia Z5 and Xperia Z5 Dual.

Xperia Z5 32.0.A.6.200 firmware update

Check out the about phone screenshot below.

Exact changelog for Xperia Z5 32.0.A.6.200 firmware update is still not known, we will keep you updated once we get more info.

As soon as 32.0.A.6.200 firmware ftf is out we will post it for manual flashing. If you have updated your Xperia Z5 on 32.0.A.6.200 firmware, let us know the changes spotted.

Drop your comments below.

via – XDA (screenshot by Phazonclash)

Sony Music 9.1.3.A.0.0 app updated – Added option to switch between dark and light themes

Sony Music app has been updated to 9.1.3.A.0.0 version over the older 9.1.2.A.0.0 version. 9.1.3.A.1.0 Beta version is already available. New stable update brings an option to switch between dark and light themes.

Sony Music 9.1.3.A.0.0 app update also brings usual bugs fixing and performance enhancement along with theme switching option.

Sony Music App

Update is available on Play Store.

Download Sony Music 9.1.3.A.0.0 apk from the below link, if you are unable to download from Play Store.

Check out more Sony Xperia app updates here.

Drop your comments below.

23.4.A.1.264 firmware update rolling for Xperia Z3 series

Android 5.1.1 Lollipop 23.4.A.1.264 firmware update is now rolling for Xperia Z3, Xperia Z3 Compact, and Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact. 23.4.A.1.264 firmware update brings full Stagefright fix finally on whole Xperia “Z3” series devices.

Update is available over PC Companion for the time being. 23.4.A.1.264 firmware update was recently seen on rolling for Xperia “Z2” series.

Xperia Z3 23.4.A.1.264 firmware update

Download the Xperia Z3 23.4.A.1.264 firmware ftf from the below link. Check out flashing ftf tutorial here (No root needed for flashing ftf).

For D6603

Download D6603_23.4.A.1.264_Customized DE.ftf

Xperia Z3 Compact 23.4.A.1.264 firmware update

Update is available over PC Companion for the time being. Check out about phone screenshot of 23.4.A.1.264 firmware.

Download Xperia Z3 Compact 23.4.A.1.264 firmware

Download the Xperia Z3 Compact 23.4.A.1.264 firmware ftf from the below link. Check out flashing ftf tutorial here (No root needed for flashing ftf).

For D5803

Download D5803_23.4.A.1.264_Customized IT.ftf

We will update the post with other variants ftf as soon as we get it. If you have already updated your handset, let us know what changes you noticed. Drop your comments below.

via – XDA (screenshots by Chris.nl, ftf by DeusEx80, Licaon_Kter)

Sony What’s New app, version 3.3.A.1.1 update rolling

Sony What’s New app has got a new update in the form of 3.3.A.1.1 version over the older 3.3.A.0.3 version. Update is rolling as OTA udpate, size 6 MB.

Now What’s New app features an option to switch between light and dark themes. Update has improved visual look and content and home widget design has been changed.

Sony What’s New app

Download Sony What’s New app 3.3.A.1.1 apk from the below link.

Check out more Sony Xperia updates here.

Drop your comments below.

Xperia Windows 10 & Green Blur Theme for Lollipop devices

Today we are sharing two new Xperia themes for non rooted Xperia devices running Lollipop. Xperia Windows 10 theme gives you a concept look of Windows OS with blue color themed UI.

Xperia Green Blur theme follows green color theme UI without any tint in status bar. Download and install theme like a normal apk.

Sony Xperia Windows 10 Theme

Download Xperia Windows 10 Theme from the below link.

Sony Xperia Green Blur Theme

Download Xperia Green Blur Theme from the below link.

Check out more Xperia Themes here.

Drop your comments below.

Themes by eliasba, MagicTale Studios!

Xperia Home 10.0.A.0.3, Keyboard 7.0.A.0.14 apps from Xperia Z3 Marshmallow Concept

Sony Mobile recently released Android 6.0 Marshmallow Concept build MDB08M.Z1.2153 which added Xperia Theme support for Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z3 Compact (only for beta testing users).

New Xperia Home 10.0.A.0.3 and Xperia Keyboard 7.0.A.0.14 app is spotted in the build MDB08M.Z1.2153, which has now been ported for Xperia handsets running Lollipop. You need rooted Xperia handset to install the below posted app. Try normal install or try to push in system/apps with correct permissions (steps here).

Xperia Home app

Download Xperia Home 10.0.A.0.3 apk from below link.

Xperia Keyboard app

Download Xperia Keyboard 7.0.A.0.14 apk from below link.

Check out more Sony Xperia app updates here.

Let us know if above posted apps work on your device. Drop your comments below.

via – XDA (apps port by jancsessz)

Xperia Malmö FF Theme officially launched by Sony

Sony Mobile has launched another promotional theme in the form of Xperia Malmö FF Theme. Those who don’t know, Malmö FF is a Swedish professional football club based in Malmö. It is the only Nordic club to have reached the European Cup final.

Xperia Malmö FF Theme needs Android 4.4+ running Xperia devices to install the themes. It works on non-rooted Xperia devices also.

Xperia Malmö FF Theme

Download Xperia Malmö FF Theme from the Play Store.

Check out more Xperia Themes here. Like the themes, let us know.

Drop your comments below

Sony Xperia Themes inspired from Dragon Ball Z

Today we are sharing Xperia Themes inspired from Dragon Ball Z i.e. Fukkatsu and Battle of Gods themes. You get customised homescreen and lockscreen wallpaper along with soft keys and blue-red color theme UI.

You need Android Lollipop running Xperia devices to install the themes. Below posted both themes will work on non-rooted Xperia devices also.

Xperia Dragon Ball Z – Fukkatsu Theme

Download Xperia Dragon Ball Z – Fukkatsu Theme from the below link.

Xperia Dragon Ball Z – Battle of Gods Theme

Download Xperia Dragon Ball Z – Battle of Gods Theme from the below link.

Check out more Xperia Themes here.

Like the themes, let us know. Drop your comments below.

via – XDA (Themes by Beton Style)

Sony Xperia Z5, Z5 Compact Coca Cola Test Video

Sony’s latest flagship Xperia “Z5” series is now available in market for purchase around the world and now time has come when they are being tested in tough conditions.

Today we are sharing videos in which Xperia Z5 and Xperia Z5 Compact undergo Coca Cola Test. Let’s see whether Sony’s flagship device floats out of Coca Cola or not.

[ VIDEO ] Sony Xperia Z5 Coca Cola Test

Check out the video below.

[ VIDEO ] Sony Xperia Z5 Compact Coca Cola Test

Check out the video below.

Check out Sony Xperia Z5 hands on pics here.

Check out Sony Xperia Z5 Compact hands on pics here.

Check out Sony Xperia Z5 vs Xperia Z5 Premium comparison pics here

Check out Xperia Z5 Premium hands on pics here.

Let us know your views on video. Drop your comments below.

Source – YouTube@adrianisen

Sony launches Xperia Bokeh Theme officially

Sony Mobile launched a new premium theme today i.e. Xperia Bokeh Theme. It is priced at Rs 68/$1.02, available from Play Store. Theme works with Android 4.4+ running Xperia devices.

Xperia Bokeh Theme follows Bokeh effect wallpapers on homescreen and lockscreen, customized navigation keys.

Xperia Bokeh Theme

Download Xperia Bokeh Theme from Play Store.

Check out more Xperia Themes from here.

Like the theme, let us know. Drop your comments below.

Xperia Turquoise Fall and Material X Perfect Theme for Lollipop devices

We are sharing Xperia Turquoise Fall and Material X Perfect Theme today for Lollipop running Xperia devices. Both theme follows material design UI in a unique way.

You will get customised soft keys with home screen and lock screen wallpaper. Xperia Turquoise Fall gives a beautiful turquoise color in theme.

Xperia Turquoise Fall Theme

Download Xperia Turquoise Fall Theme from the given below link.

Xperia Material X Perfect Theme

Download Xperia Material X Perfect Theme from the given below link.

Check out more Sony Xperia themes here.

Like theme, let us know. Drop your comments below.

via – XDA (Themes by n3087 & Toxizen)

Sony Circus AR Effect Theme launched

Sony Mobile has released a new AR Effect camera app theme i.e. Circus, today. Now you can put circus characters in your videos and pictures captured.

You need version v3.3.13 of AR Effect App or the higher one (get AR Effect app here) to install the Circus AR Effect theme. App will only work with Sony Social Smart Camera app installed on Xperia devices running Android 4.3+. Recently Sony updated its Xperia Camera app version 2.0.0, download it from here, if you haven’t updated yet.

Sony Circus AR Effect Theme

Sony Circus AR Effect Theme is available for download from Play Store.

Check out more Sony Xperia app updates here.

Drop your comments below.

Sony TrackId app 4.3.B.2.2 version updated

Sony TrackID app has been updated to newer 4.3.B.2.2 version over the older 4.3.B.2.1 version. Sony TrackId app 4.3.B.2.2 version update brings usual bugs fixing, stability and performance enhancement to the app.

Sony TrackID app recognises the music play around you. It allows you to download the songs or listen using the Spotify app integration.

Sony TrackId app

Sony TrackId app update is available over Play Store.

If you are unable to download it from Play Store, use the below link to download the apk.

Check out more Sony Xperia app updates here.

Drop your comments below.

Sony Music app 9.1.2.A.1.0 beta version update

Sony Music app has got a new beta 9.1.2.A.1.0 version update over the older 9.1.1.A.1.0 beta version. Sony Music app 9.1.2.A.1.0 beta version update brings dark theme option to the app.

Sony has earlier adopted white theme in the Music app but now just like What’s New app, users will be able to switch to black theme.

Sony Music app

Download Sony Music app 9.1.2.A.1.0 apk from the below link.

Check out more Sony Xperia app updates here.

Drop your comments below.

Sony Introduction app, version 1.1.A.0.2 update rolling

Sony Introduction app has been updated to new 1.1.A.0.2 version from the older 1.0.A.0.24 version. Sony Introduction app update improves stability and performance. Update is confirmed rolling on Xperia Z5 series.

Sony Introduction app is used to set up your Xperia when you start it for the first time or whenever your require it to set up. App features new feedback tool, where users can share their introduction with the Sony Mobile.

Sony Introduction app

Download Sony Introduction app, 1.1.A.0.2 version apk from the given below link, if you haven’t got the update notification yet.

Download Sony Camera app version 2.0.0 from here which was earlier updated today by Sony.

Check out more Sony Xperia app updates here.

Drop your comments below.

Sony Camera app, version 2.0.0 update rolling – NEW UI

Sony Mobile’s Camera app has got a major update today in the form of 2.0.0 version over the older 1.0.0 version. Sony Camera app, version 2.0.0 update allows you to switch on the different camera capturing modes using a single swipe on the screen.

All camera applications are have been sorted at a single place and now in portrait mode, it is easier to hold the device. Update is confirmed rolling on Xperia Z5 series handsets for the time being.

Sony Camera app

Update is rolled as an OTA, size 8 MB. Superior Auto mode is now available.

Download Sony Camera app version 2.0.0 apk from the given below link, if you haven’t got the update notification yet.

Check out more Sony Xperia app updates here.

Drop your comments below.

Sony Software update app, 3.1.1.A.0.4 version rolling

Sony’s Software update app has been updated to new 3.1.1.A.0.4 version. Update is rolling as OTA from the app itself, if you just refresh it. Update size 4 MB.

This update is only confirmed on Android Lollipop running Xperia devices so far. Confirmed rolling on Xperia “Z” series. Sony Software update app now shows the “update history” option.

Sony Software update app

Download Sony Software update apk from the below link on your Lollipop running Xperia devices, if you haven’t got the OTA update notification yet.

Check out more Sony Xperia app updates here.

Drop your comments below.

Xperia Z5 Compact vs Xperia Z3 Compact Design Comparison

Sony Mobile is one of the first smartphone company which introduced a true mini smartphone in the form of Xperia Z1 Compact and now the latest Xperia Z5 Compact rules. Today we are presenting Xperia Z5 Compact vs Xperia Z3 Compact design comparison in pics below.

Sony introduced fingerprint sensor cum power button for the first time in Xperia “Z5” series handsets. Apart from the design, Xperia Z5 Compact has major striking differences in terms of specifications also as when compared to Xperia Z3 Compact.

Xperia Z5 Compact vs Xperia Z3 Compact

Check out Xperia Z5 Compact vs Xperia Z3 Compact design comparison below in pics (Black – Xperia Z3 Compact & Yellow – Xperia Z5 Compact).

Xperia Z5 Compact vs Xperia Z3 Compact Specifications Comparison

Check out Sony Xperia Z5 hands on pics here.

Check out Sony Xperia Z5 Compact hands on pics here.

Check out Sony Xperia Z5 vs Xperia Z5 Premium comparison pics here

Check out Xperia Z5 Premium hands on pics here.

Sony Xperia Z5 Compact is available for $515 from Amazon International.

Have you got your Xperia Z5 Compact already, if yes, let us know how your experience have been so far. Drop your comments below.

Image Source – Pixnet

Sony Walkmate app, 10.01.03 update – Redesigned and improved UI

Sony Walkmate app has been updated to newer 10.01.03 version which brings redesigned and improved UI for a better user experience in the app. It follows material design UI.

Sony Walkmate app allows you to count your steps everyday with extra information like number of steps, calories burnt, etc. You can share your activities on social network channels also.

Sony Walkmate app

Sony Walkmate app 10.01.03 version update is available from Play Store.

Check out more Sony Xperia app updates here.

Drop your comments below.

Sony Xperia Z3 running Firefox OS Video

Firefox OS (nightly images) from FreeXperia Team is now available for download for Xperia Z3, Xperia Z3 Compact, Xperia Z2, and Xperia Z1, etc. Firefox OS is still in developing stage so do not test it on your main device.

As seen in video, user mentions that radio and camera functionality is not working on Xperia Z3 running Firefox OS, so it has some bugs which might not be suitable for daily use.

[ VIDEO ] Xperia Z3 running Firefox OS

Check out the video below showing Xperia Z3 running Firefox OS.

If you are looking to install Firefox on your device, download it from here.

Drop your comments below.

Source – XDA (video by CedArctic) | FXP

Install Xperia Wolf Blue & Cubot theme for Lollipop devices

Today we are sharing 2 Xperia themes for Lollipop running Xperia devices (working on non-rooted devices also). Install them like normal themes on your device.

Xperia Wolf Blue theme follows a blue colored UI whereas Xperia Cubot present a black colored themed UI across all elements of theme.

Xperia Wolf Blue Theme

Download Xperia Wolf Blue Theme from the given below link.

Xperia Cubot Theme

Download Xperia Cubot Theme from the given below link.

Check out more Xperia Themes here.

Like the themes, let us know. Drop your comments below.

via – XDA (Theme by RaKesh, Stark Studio)

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Sony 2016 CES 2016 Press Conference

Xperia Christmas Theme

Sony What’s New app

Xperia Z5 32.0.A.6.200 firmware update

Sony Music App

Xperia Z3 23.4.A.1.264 firmware update

Xperia Z3 Compact 23.4.A.1.264 firmware update

Sony What’s New app

Sony Xperia Windows 10 Theme

Sony Xperia Green Blur Theme

Xperia Home app

Xperia Keyboard app

Xperia Malmö FF Theme

Xperia Dragon Ball Z – Fukkatsu Theme

Xperia Dragon Ball Z – Battle of Gods Theme

[ VIDEO ] Sony Xperia Z5 Coca Cola Test

[ VIDEO ] Sony Xperia Z5 Compact Coca Cola Test

Xperia Bokeh Theme

Xperia Turquoise Fall Theme

Xperia Material X Perfect Theme

Sony Circus AR Effect Theme

Sony TrackId app

Sony Music app

Sony Introduction app

Sony Camera app

Sony Software update app

Xperia Z5 Compact vs Xperia Z3 Compact

Sony Walkmate app

[ VIDEO ] Xperia Z3 running Firefox OS

Xperia Wolf Blue Theme

Xperia Cubot Theme

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