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Sony Xperia Z1, Xperia Z Ultra start receiving Android 4.3 update

Sony Xperia Z1, Xperia Z Ultra start receiving Android 4.3 update

By Ketan Pratap | Updated: 16 December 2013 18:09 IST

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Sony had previously announced that it would rollout the Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update for its top of the line Xperia smartphone that included the flagship, Sony Xperia Z1 and the phablet, Sony Xperia Z Ultra in December. It seems the Japanese handset maker has indeed kept its promise and has now released the update for both devices.

The company announced the news via the Sony Mobile Blog and also noted that the update is now rolling out, though the usual timing and availability of the update for the Xperia Z1 and Xperia Z Ultra will vary by market and mobile carrier.

Sony has also revealed the changelog for the Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update for Xperia Z1 and Xperia Z Ultra. Some of the changes included are UI optimisation bringing Project Butter performance; redesigned native apps (messaging, MyXperia, Smart Connect, Small apps, TrackID, Sony Select among others) and Sony's media apps (WALKMAN, Album and Movies) are now integrated with a more intuitive UI, offering access to both local and cloud content.

In addition, Sony has also announced the addition of custom interface experience called 'Xperia Themes', with downloadable UI packs from Sony Select. Sony also confirmed the inclusion of Sony's Smart Social Camera to Xperia Z Ultra phablet, which was initially introduced with the Xperia Z1. The Smart Social Camera app allows users to download and access the 'Xperia camera apps' within the viewfinder.

Sony has also revealed that the Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update for more Xperia smartphones is around the corner and the company will announce it soon.

In November, Sony had confirmed that the Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update will be rolled out to devices such as Sony Xperia SP, Sony Xperia Z, Sony Xperia ZL, Sony Xperia ZR and Sony Xperia Tablet Z in December.

Additionally, Sony had revealed that the Android 4.4 KitKat rollout plan for Xperia devices would update include Sony Xperia Z1, Sony Xperia ZL, Sony Xperia Tablet Z, Sony Xperia Z Ultra and Sony Xperia Z. However, Sony did not mention a specific timeline for the upcoming Android 4.4 software update.

Sony Xperia Z Ultra

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Brilliant performance
Good display

Bad
Battery life could be better
Clicked pictures lack detail, no flash
Too bulky for most

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Display 6.44-inch

Processor 2.2GHz quad-core

Front Camera 2-megapixel

Rear Camera 8-megapixel

RAM 2GB

Storage 16GB

Battery Capacity 3000mAh

OS Android 4.2

Resolution 1080x1920 pixels

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Sony Xperia Z1

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Excellent build quality
Dust and waterproof
Great performance
Solid battery life

Bad
Poor screen viewing angles
Expensive

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Display 5.00-inch

Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 (MSM8974)

Front Camera 2-megapixel

Rear Camera 20.7-megapixel

RAM 2GB

Storage 16GB

Battery Capacity 3000mAh

OS Android 4.2

Resolution 1080x1920 pixels

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Further reading: Android 4.3, Android 4.4, Android 4.4 KitKat, Jelly Bean, Mobiles, Sony Mobiles, Sony Xperia Z Ultra, Sony Xperia Z1

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Ketan Pratap is the Editor at Gadgets 360. His primary role - debugging the tech hype, benchmarking the future, and compiling it all into precise news, features or reviews. He has spent over 14 years calling out vaporware and identifying the best tech. He’s your guide for everything from chipsets to smart-home meltdowns. When his own batteries are low, he heads for the hills—literally. He’s someone who prefers a remote mountain pass, appreciating a 12,000-foot view that no VR ...More