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Xperia E dual update (11.3.A.3.1) released
Following on from the firmware update that hit the Xperia E recently (C150X), it looks like Xperia E dual (C160X) owners aren’t being left in the cold. Firmware build 11.3.A.3.1 is currently rolling to...
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Super slow-mo video (480fps FHD) demoed using Sony IMX220 sensor
One of the highlights from MediaTek’s new MT6795 chip launch was a headline grabbing 480fps Full HD video capture, enabling playback at 1/16 speed. If manufacturers want to take advantage of this...
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Here’s how to replace the Xperia Z2 screen [Video]
It always fascinates us how manufacturers can cram so much technology into something the size of a phone. Smartphones have gradually replaced many standalone gadgets such as MP3 players, digital...
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Watch the Xperia Z2 Tablet being pieced together [Update]
We are used to seeing teardown videos of a number of devices, but in this case Sony has pushed a ‘build up’ video. It shows a Verizon Xperia Z2 Tablet being put together from its constituent parts and...
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Sony designer talks Xperia T3; plus new promo video released
We always enjoy hearing from Sony designers that create Xperia devices, especially the challenges involved in making a particular handset. This time we get to hear the thoughts of Ying Shao, the lead...
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Xperia Z2 in 4K heat test against LG G3, Galaxy Note 3 and S5
The Sony Xperia Z2 is one of a few select phones that can record video at 4K resolution. The quality of the videos are very good, however one side effect is that recording in 4K generates a lot of...
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Sony’s Underwater Apps – new technology detects when a phone is underwater
Sony engineers have invented some cool new technology, allowing its Xperia phones to know when they are underwater. Before you shout witchcraft, Sony actually uses a detector that generates a test tone...
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Xperia T3 lands in Malaysia for RM1,399
The Sony Xperia T3 is now available to order in Malaysia at an official price point of RM1,399 (£260, €325, $436). The handset is quite keenly priced, especially considering that an imported Xperia Z2...
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Xperia Z2 Tablet wins EISA’s European Tablet of the Year award
The Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet has followed in its predecessors footsteps by winning the EISA European Tablet of the Year award for 2014-2015. EISA (European Imaging and Sound Association) holds yearly...
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Sony releases video teaser for IFA 2014; hints at three new mobile devices
Sony Mobile has released a video teaser for its IFA 2014 tradeshow next week; hinting at the release of three new devices. Sony says “The time to Demand Great is coming” with the tagline “It’s in the...
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Xperia Z3 unveiled with 2 day battery life and PS4 Remote Play
Sony has officially announced the Xperia Z3 (D66XX) at IFA 2014 with particular highlights including a 2 day battery life and exclusive PS4 Remote Play. The Xperia Z3 has a 3100mAh battery. Sony hasn’t...
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Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact announced: 8-inch FHD display, Snapdragon 801,...
Sony has announced the Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact which it calls the “world’s slimmest (6.4mm) and lightest (270g) compact tablet.” It features an 8-inch (1200 x 1920) WUXGA display, a 2.5GHz quad-core...
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Xperia Z3 Compact arrives with 4.6-inch 720p display and 2600mAh battery
Sony has announced the Xperia Z3 Compact, revealing an impressive successor to the Xperia Z1 Compact packing a 4.6-inch (720 x 1280) display, 2600mAh battery with 2 day battery life, PS4 Remote Play...
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Xperia E3 announced with 4.5-inch IPS display and 5MP camera
Sony has also announced a budget smartphone model at IFA 2014 called the Xperia E3 (D22XX). The phone features a 4.5-inch FWVGA (854×480) IPS display with durable tempered glass, but supports only...
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New Sony camera apps on the way: Multi camera, AR fun, Face in and Sound Photo
Sony plans on releasing at least four new camera apps for the Xperia Z3 series. This includes Multi camera, AR fun, Face in and Sound Photo. See their descriptions below along with a short video...
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SmartBand Talk SWR30 is a wearable with promise
The SmartBand Talk SWR30 is one of Sony’s most intriguing IFA 2014 reveals in our eyes. It takes the SmartBand ‘lifelogging’ wearable and adds a 1.4-inch (296 x 128) curved E Ink display, an IP68...
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Five features the Xperia Z3 has over the iPhone 6
Apple this evening announced a number of new products including the 4.7-inch iPhone 6 and 5.5-inch iPhone 6 Plus (not forgetting the Apple Watch). Given pretty much every tech site has been covering...
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New software features from the Xperia Z3 series detailed
The Sony Xperia Z3 series includes a number of new software features, over and above those found in the current Xperia Z2 flagship. Sony has detailed what these are as well as releasing a short video...
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Sony SmartEyeglass Software Development Kit (SDK) released
We first caught eyes on the SmartEyeglass, Sony’s answer to Google Glass, at the MWC tradeshow earlier this year. Whilst, Sony has been silent on its progress since February (despite an appearance at...
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Xperia Z3 Compact versus iPhone 6 video comparison
Apple launched the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus to the masses today. No doubt you have already seen the hysteria surrounding the launch with hundreds of people queuing to be one of the first to own...
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