Archives for July 15th, 2014
Australian carrier Optus hints at Android 4.4.4 release for Xperia Z
So far the Android 4.4.4 KitKat firmware update has only been released for three Sony Xperia phones: the Xperia Z1, Xperia Z1 Compact and Xperia Z Ultra. We would expect the update to come to the Xperia Z2 in due course, but we can’t be sure of Sony’s plans for the older Xperia Z series. However, ...
Hot Deal: Grab a 32GB Nexus 7 (2013) for $160, 32GB GSM Nexus 5 for $375
If you still haven’t picked up a Nexus 7 tablet, today’s the day to do so. The 32GB version of the 2nd generation Nexus 7 can be yours for just $159.99 from eBay. If that wasn’t enough for you, the Nexus 5 can also be picked up at a discounted price. The 32GB GSM Nexus… ...
MediaTek’s new MT6795 chip supports 480fps 1080p video and 120Hz displays
MediaTek has announced a monster of a SoC in the form of the MT6795 chipset. MediaTek says that the flagship MT6795 is the “first 64-bit, LTE, True Octa-core” chip and the first to offer 2K (2560×1600) display support. This new chip has been designed to compete head-on with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 810 chipset. It certainly offers ...
Sony’s Unlock Bootloader service gets a revamp
If you own a Sony Xperia device and have unlocked the bootloader of your handset, then you should be familiar with Sony’s boot loader unlock website. We have always found the website easy to use with clear instructions, especially since it can be a complicated process. The good news is that Sony has relaunched the ...
Apple A8 to rock two cores clocked at 2GHz or more
The new iPhone will come with a new chip, which will likely be known as the Apple A8. According to a Chinese media report, the Cupertino giant will stick to its dual-core design, while making each of the cores run at 2GHz or more. For those counting these sort of things, that’s a rather massive… ...
Samsung Galaxy Note 4 may pack a retina scanner for extra security
Samsung had previously confirmed that it is working to make its devices more secure, thus more interesting to the enterprise customers. The new Galaxy S5 and Galaxy S5 Mini were among the first devices made by the Korean giant that incorporate a fingerprint reader. Building from there, Samsung is apparently preparing to jump to the… ...
Firmware updates certified for Xperia Z1s (14.4.B.0.37) and Xperia T2 Ultra (19.1.A.0.474)
Android KitKat firmware was recently certified for both the Xperia Z1s for T-Mobile US and the Xperia T2 Ultra. Now newer KitKat firmware for both handsets have been certified by the PTCRB website. For the Xperia T2 Ultra (D5303) we see a very small bump in build number from version 19.1.A.0.473 to 19.1.A.0.474. For the ...
Contacts app updated to version 16.1.B.3.2 for those on Android 4.4.4
Sony recently released Android 4.4.4 firmware for Xperia Z1, Z1 Compact and Z Ultra owners. It seems that within the update, Sony has pulled the Contacts app outside of firmware updates and will now push specific updates to the app like Sony already does with its media apps. Therefore, those on Android 4.4.4 KitKat are ...
Minor Xperia SP update (12.1.A.1.207) certified
A marginal update for the Sony Xperia SP has been certified by the PTCRB. Build number 12.1.A.1.207 appears to offer small bug-fixes over the last Xperia SP update that was released with version number 12.1.A.1.205. The new update has been certified for all three variants of the Xperia SP including C5302, C5303 and C5306. Still ...
New Album update (6.2.A.0.22) allows you to share online content; adds small UI tweaks
Sony has updated the Album application for Xperia devices moving the build number from version 6.1.A.0.14 to 6.2.A.0.22. The new update brings colour icons to the pull-out navigation menu, bringing it in line with other Sony apps. The other main change is the ability to share online content and you now get the option to choose ...