Sony has updated its music identifier app TrackID to newer version 4.0.B.6.0 which brings support for Android wear devices like Sony SmartWatch 3. TrackID 4.0.B.6.0 update brings faster recognition speed, new UI, syncing feature of search history with Facebook and SEN account. TrackID 4.0.B.6.0 works on all android device running android 4.1+ version, not sure about...
Yesterday Google unveiled Android 5.0 Lollipop as the newer version of its mobile OS and we were speculating which Xperia devices will get Android 5.0 Lollipop and now Sony has officially come up with a statement which we were expecting. Sony will officially update whole Xperia “Z” series on Android 5.0 Lollipop as mentioned by Sony on their blog today. Android 5.0 Lollipop update roll out will start from latest flagship devices Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z3 from early 2015. Confirmed Xperia devices getting Android 5.0 Lollipop...
Sony has launched a new promotional Xperia theme i.e. Who Am I Theme inspired from German movie Who Am I – Kein System ist sicher. It is for Xperia devices running android 4.3+ version or ROMS with Xpeira Theme Engine. No Root required. You get customized soft navigation keys, home screen & lock screen wallpaper, colored system UI with yellow as ascent color...
In the beginning of the year Sony proved to the world, that a flagship smartphone does not need to be comparable in size to a brick to come with top specification. The Z1 Compact is a brilliant smartphone that we can highly recommend until today, but it looks like there is a new player on the market. Sony presented a refreshed model called the Z3 Compact a few weeks ago. Is it going to be as good as the predecessor? Xperia Z3 Compact features the newest Android 4.4.4 out of the box, Snapdragon 801 2.5 GHz quad core processor, Adreno...
Google has officially unveiled the next edition of Android OS i.e. Android 5.0 Lollipop along with Nexus 6, Nexus 9 and Nexus Player. Images of Android 5.0 Lollipop will be released by Google on 17 October and then we can expect manufacturers to build Android 5.0 Lollipop update for their device. Motorola and HTC have already come up with their plans of rollout for next android update, so what’s next for Sony Xperia devices ? Android 5.0 Lollipop update brings material design UI to the devices, improved notification system, long...
Today Google will unveil officially Android 5.0 i.e. Android L along with Nexus 6 and Nexus 9 hopefully but we will definitely see the new material design in next android version as spotted in developer preview. New Android version means new Android themes based on material design and all manufacturers will be customizing the themes for their device. Before the release...
A moment ago we shared official Sony Xperia Style Cover Window Themes launched by Sony at Play Store and now are sharing eXperiance Xperia Theme Ice Line, paid theme for rooted Xperia handset running android 4.3 Jelly Bean or Android 4.4 KitKat or any ROM supporting Xperia Theme engine. eXperiance Xperia Theme Ice Line gives you customized lockscreen and homescreen...
Sony came with Style Cover Window SCR24 for Xperia Z3 which allows you to perform dedicated function on phone without opening the cover, well it seems Sony has launched new Xperia themes on Play Store with the same name as cover’s i.e. Xperia Style Cover Window B, S, C, W Theme. Initially it seemed Sony by mistake uploaded the theme and they intended to upload...
Recently we posted Xperia Z3 Knife Sensitivity Test where Fruit Ninja was played with knife and the touch response of the Xperia Z3 screen was working great. Earlier Xperia Z3 was put to Coca Cola and Nutella Chocolate dip test and it passed that too successfully. Now it is the turn of Xperia Z3 Compact in its screen responsiveness test. Just like Xperia Z3; Xperia...
A new update of Sony Movie Creator app, version 2.1.A.0.7 came today which moved it from older version 2.1.A.0.5. No specific changelog is seen associated with Movie Creator 2.1.A.0.7 app update just like the older version. It seems a bug fixing update only with minor changes under the hood only. Movie Creator 2.1.A.0.7 app update is confirmed rolling on Xperia Z...
Yesterday we posted a video where Xperia Z3 successfully passed Nutella Chocolate and Coca Cola Test and now it is the turn to see how sensitive Xperia Z3’s screen is where Fruit Ninja 2.0 update is played on Xperia Z3 with the knife. Sony has not provided a screen protector over Xperia Z3 just like Xperia Z2. Do not repeat the actions shown in video on your...
There was a lot of hype about iOS 8, the new iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus and now when they are finally released, hype graph seems fluctuating like waves now. In fact, there’s still a lot of hype surrounding some of the upcoming device features and details that are set to hit the streets with the release of OSX Yosemite. However, after reading this article I found...
Sony Xperia Z3 is IP65/68 certified smartphone which makes its the best water resistant phone present today along with Xperia Z3 Compact and Xperia Z3 Compact Tablet. Earlier we have seen Xperia Z3 getting unboxed under water and now Xperia Z3 is dipped in Coca Cola and Nutella, passes both test successfully. Do not try to do any of the below shown act in video...
Xperia Z2 SCR10 Style Cover Stand was launched as Sony’s first official protective cover for their the then flagship device. Style Cover Stand SCR10 is a ultra thin flip cover style case available in white, black and a special FIFA edition. It is a special notebook style case which can be used as a desk stand for perfect viewing. Xperia Z2 SCR10 Style Cover Stand is priced at 40.99$ at MobileFun UK for the time being. It is a very extreme and light weight case and we love it being on our Xperia Z2. Let’s a take a closer look...
If you have been wondering how the newest Galaxy Note 4 compares to the Sony Xperia Z3, you are in luck. Out team was able to get some hands on time with both devices and we are thus bringing you our hands on comparison video, where we will take a look at the build and design of both devices and show you their features. The Note 4 comes with a 5.7 inch SuperAmoled display with 2560 x 1440 resolution. The device is equipped with Exynos 5433 and Mali-T760 graphics chip or Snapdragon 810 with Adreno 420, depending on the market. Both versions...
A new cool customized Xperia theme has come around inspired from HTC One M8 i.e. HTC Sense 6 Theme with icon pack exclusively for Xperia devices only. If you are looking to have a taste of HTC One system UI on your Xperia device then this theme can serve that purpose in best. HTC Sense 6 Theme can only be installed on rooted Xperia handsets with SuperUser Mod installed,...
Sony Xperia Z3 has already reached the hands of users and now ports of its KitKat firmware are coming up. Today we are sharing new Xperia Home 7.0.A.1.5 version along with Clock, Photo, Top Contacts, World Clock and Weather widget for rooted Xperia handsets running KitKat ROM ( preferably with SuperUser Mod ). Download the Xperia Home 7.0.A.1.5 app and new widgets...
Sony has launched a new theme named “Space” for AR Effect App, working in both photo as well as video mode. As the name suggest you get effects of space like solar system, rockets, alien characters, space ships etc. Overall you can create your own solar system in the captured pic or video. You need atleast AR Effect app version 3.1.1 running to install...
We have previously brought you and article with images comparing the two generations of compact size flagships from Sony. Now its time for our detailed video comparison highlighting all differences between the devices. Just as a quick reminder the Xperia Z3 Compact features Snapdragon 801 2.5 GHz quad core processor, 2 GB RAM ( Xperia Z3 has 3 GB RAM ), Adreno 330...
AVG and Sony is running a promotion where you get 180 day FREE full access of AVG AntiVirus PRO for Xperia as a freebie for Sony and AVG 3 year deal where AVG Antivirus will come pre-installed on upcoming Sony device or in upcoming firmware updates. Earlier Sony had a deal with McAfee antivirus. All Xperia users are now eligible to download AVG AntiVirus PRO for...
Sony has updated What’s New app to newer version 1.3.A.0.3 over the older 1.2.A.0.5 version, where you can now search your videos, music and games from Music Unlimited, Video Unlimited and PlayStation network. Update is confirmed rolling on Xperia Z series handsets already. After installing the new update, open the app, notice the search ( magnifying glass...
Sony has rolled a minor update for Movie Creator app in form of 2.1.A.0.5 version over the older 2.1.A.0.4 version. Movie Creator 2.1.A.0.5 version allows you to now change the background music of any highlight video stored on your device as per the changelog and it is similar to older version changelog exactly. No major change noticed in the update. Sony also...
Android 4.4.4 firmware update is rolling for HTC One M8 in form of 3.28.401.6 OTA update, size is 252.01 MB. It is already confirmed in regions like Georgia, Turkey, India, Finland. Android 4.4.4 3.28.401.6 update brings a lot new feature in camera apps like HTC Eye, Split Capture etc. As per the changelog included in the update it reads as “The HTC Eye experience...
Media Viewer Small App for Xperia allows you to view photos, videos and YouTube videos in small app window on Xperia devices running android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean atleast. You can set the transparency setting for the app so it is not a hindrance to the main screen and you can use the media viewer small app along with your main task. You can now use the Album, Movies app...
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