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Is this the Sony Z3 Tablet Compact and new smartwatch?

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Prior to its launch at IFA 2014, an image of the alleged Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact and a new smartwatch from Japanese manufacturer Sony leaks online.

From the looks of the photo, the upcoming tablet from Sony will be waterproof and it still sports the omni-balance design of the Xperia range. Based on other leaks, the new Compact tablet is likely to have an 8-inch display, a Snapdragon 801 SoC paired with 3GB of RAM. It will come in WiFi-only and LTE-capable models.

While information on the new smartwatch is still half-baked, we can just say that Sony will be battling the new LG G Watch, Moto 360, and Samsung Gear Live.

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Sony Mobile announces Xperia T3

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Sony unveils a new member of the Xperia family. It is dubbed as the “slimmest 5.3″ smartphone”, this is the Sony Xperia T3.

The said smartphone boast a 5.3″ Triluminos IPS display with 720p resolution framed with metal but has a matte polycarbonate back panel. It follows the well-known OmniBalance design of the Xperia line up.

Sony Xperia T3 specification:
5.3″ Triluminos IPS display (1280 x 720 pixels), 277 ppi
1.4 GHz quad-core Qualcomm MSM8928-2 Snapdragon 400
Adreno 305
1GB RAM
8GB internal memory, expandable up to 32GB via microSD
8-megapixel Sony Exmor RS camera w/ LED flash, 1080p@30fps
1.1-megapixel front camera, 720p@30fps
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
GPS w/ A-GPS and GLONASS
Bluetooth v4.0 w/ A2DP
FM radio w/ RDS
NFC
LTE Cat4
Non-removable Li-Ion 2500 mAh
Android 4.4.2 “KitKat”
150.7 x 77 x 7 mm (dimensions)
148g (weight)

The Sony Xperia T3 will come in three colors namely white, black and purple with a global launch date from the end of July 2014.

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Sony Xperia devices to get Android KitKat updates

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Fresh from Sony’s blogsite is an announcement that Android KitKat updates for the Xperia Z1, Xperia Z Ultra, and Xperia Z1 Compact “starts right about now”. Not only that, the company also has a couple of niceties for its users. They also announced the devices that are next in line for the update.

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On top of the standard performance and UI optimization of the latest Android update, Sony has thrown in a few extras to go along with it:

  • Tweaked Status Bar and Quick Settings are more intuitive and customizable so you only get the notifications you need
  • Sony PlayStation 4-inspired user interface
  • Proprietary apps like Messaging, MyXperia, Smart Connect, Sony Select, Smart Social Camera get updated and improved
  • Sony’s media apps integrated with Sony Entertainment Network & PlayMemories with more intuitive UI, better download speeds, and more
  • Xperia themes with downloadable UI packs from Sony Select

Sony has also announced what other Xperia devices will get the Android KitKat update.

Starting mid Q2:

No definite date but sure to get KitKat updates:

Do consider that update availability varies by country and carrier. If you own one of the aforementioned devices and still haven’t gotten your fix, you may manually check by going to the About Device option in the Settings of your Xperia device at the scheduled date.

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Rumored Sony Xperia Z2 photos and release date

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Following the release of the Xperia Z last January 2013 at CES and the Xperia Z1 last September 2013 at IFA, rumors are rushing in for yet another flagship phone from Sony in the form of the Xperia Z2 (or Sony D6503 codenamed ‘Sirius’).

Here are a couple of images that appeared on the Internet regarding the nearing arrival of the Z2.

Black and white variants of the Sony Xperia Z2.

Black and white variants of the Sony Xperia Z2.

Xperia Z2 (left and middle) against Xperia Z. Take note that the middle device is just the display panel and not the whole handset.

Xperia Z2 (left and middle) against Xperia Z (right). Take note that the middle device is just the display panel and not the whole handset.

As you can see, the Z2 looks bigger than its predecessors. The new flagship phone was said to have a display size of 5.2 inches, while the previous models maxed out at 5 inches. Reports from one of the sources also point out stereo speakers at the bottom of the device, a shutter key, and thinner horizontal bezels.

In terms of availability, the source also predicts the Z2 to arrive in April this year. If it proves to be true, then we’ll be sure to hear announcements on Mobile World Congress this coming end of February.

Stay tuned!

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Sony Xperia T, TX, and V receive Android 4.3

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After rolling out the latest possible build for Xperia SP, Sony also started rolling out Android 4.3 Jelly Bean to three more Xperia smartphones.

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User of Sony Xperia T, Xperia TX, and Xperia V are now finally joining the Android 4.3 bandwagon. Though it’s “0.1″ behind KitKat, it’s still an important update.

New features include:
- Project Butter improvements with smoother graphical experience
- Updated Sony native apps (Messaging, Small apps, Smart Connect, etc..)
- Updated Sony Media apps (WALKMAN, Album, and Movies)
- Xperia Themes
- Security enhancements
- Battery Stamina Mode

As usual, arrival of the update may vary depending on market and carrier. If you already received the update, feel free to share it in the comments field below.

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