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  1. Android News

    Sony Xperia Z5 users report problems after Android 7.1.1 update

    The Android 7.1.1 update for the Sony Xperia Z5, Z3+ and Z4 Tablet started rolling out towards the end of June this year, bringing new features and improvements. However, it looks like the update has some issues for a few of its early adopters. Affected users say they are seeing sluggish...
  2. Android News

    More Sony phones being upgraded to Android 7.1.1

    Sony is updating the Xperia Z5 family the Z4 Tablet, and the Z3 Plus to Android 7.1.1 today. The devices have already been enjoying Nougat for quite some time, as they've been on Android 7.0 since February.
  3. Android News

    Nougat rollout for the Xperia Z3+, Z4 tablet, and Z5 begins again

    After halting the Nougat rollout for several Xperia Z devices, Sony has finally relaunched the effort. The Xperia Z3+, Z4 tablet, and Z5 series will get the update soon.
  4. Android News

    Sony Xperia Z5 and Z5 Premium now receiving Android 7.0 Nougat

    Sony is rolling out Android Nougat to the Xperia Z5 family, with the Xperia Z5 and Z5 Premium getting the update now. The Xperia Z5 Compact is expected to follow soon. This new update brings multi-window support, as well as a new home screen and improved battery life.
  5. Android News

    Android Nougat is coming soon to the Sony Xperia Z5, Xperia Z3 Plus, and Xperia Z4 Tablet

    PTCRB, a cellular certification company, has just certified the Android Nougat update for the Sony Xperia Z5, Xperia Z4 Tablet, and Z3 Plus series of devices. However, it's unknown when the update will officially be made available.
  6. Android News

    Sony's Xperia Z5 and Xperia Z3+, and Z4 Tablet are being updated with November's security patches

    If you own the Xperia Z5 and Xperia Z3+, or Z4 Tablet from Sony, then you can look forward to a security update hitting your device soon. Multiple people have reported that Sony is currently rolling out an update that includes November's security patches to all three of these devices.
  7. Android News

    Sony devices gain official Paranoid Android ROM support

    Paranoid Android is one of the most popular custom ROM's for our Android devices. Now, it seems that a new lineup of Sony devices will be supported by the ROM. - Xperia Z3+/Z4 - Xperia Z4 Tablet - Xperia Z5 - Xperia Z5 Compact - Xperia Z5 Premium - Xperia Z1(honami) - Xperia Z1 Compact...
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  9. Android News

    Sony announces which devices will be receiving Android Nougat

    Sony has taken to its blog to tell everyone which devices will be receiving the update to Android Nougat: - Xperia Z3+ - Xperia Z4 Tablet - Xperia Z5 - Xperia Z5 Compact - Xperia Z5 Premium - Xperia X - Xperia XA - Xperia XA Ultra - Xperia X Performance
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    Phone randomly changing settings

    Some days I get up phone is turned from silent/vibrate only to normal. Some days its in do not disturb mode. Any ideas?
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    Wifi- authentication problem - have to reboot

    Never had a problem with my old Samsung Galaxy S5. Added wi-fi. Whenever I was in range (i.e. home or office) it connected automatically. Not so with my Z5. No warning but I get authentication problem. Not so good when I assume wi-fi is connected but its not. Solution is to reboot phone and...
  12. Rytissss

    Gone pictures from sdcard

    Hello. I have 64gb sdcard and Xperia z5. I made pictures to save to sdcard but suddenly they didn't show up in gallery or any 3rd app like quickpic. All I got is this logo on pics (I've uploaded a file). After restarting phone,they just dissappear completely. Is this a problem with phone itself...
  13. Android News

    Stamina Mode finally returns to the Sony Xperia Z5 series

    We knew that Stamina Mode was coming back to Sony devices thanks to beta versions of the firmware going out to devices last month. This week though, we've started to see the official Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update pushed to the Xperia Z5, Z5 Compact and Z5 Dual. Not only does this update...
  14. Android News

    DEAL: Amazon discounts the Sony Xperia Z5 by $100

    With new Sony devices being recently announces and about to be released, retailers are getting ready to discount older ones and Amazon is up to the plate today. Amazon generally sells the Sony Xperia Z5 for $600, but you can pick it up right now for only $500 with free shipping.
  15. Android News

    Camera comparison pits the 2016 flagships against one another but there's no clear winner

    A comparison at Manila Shaker, pits the latest flagships of 2016 head to head in a camera comparison. The comparison ends with each device having their pros and cons, and the reviewer recommending any of these devices if you're looking for a great camera on your next device.
  16. Android News

    Sony Xperia Z5 review says it's a huge improvement on the Xperia Z3+

    James of TechRadar just published his review of the Sony Xperia Z5 and he feels Sony did a great job improving it over the Z3+. He felt the Xperia Z5 is one of the better Android smartphones you can buy right now, even though it still lacks in a few areas. For - Major design improvements -...
  17. Shotgun84

    FYI Helium backup works on the Z5

    So since the marshmallow update I've had a lot of problems. Being unrooted I've been reluctant to wipe as one of the problems I've had is that the xperia backup was bugged out. Finally I bit the bullet. Spent hours trying different methods to backup with no avail. Was going to wipe with no...
  18. Shotgun84

    Thank you marshmallow, you just ruined my phone

    You don't know how much I wish I didn't update. I used to get decent battery life as the built in stamina mode would cut off the internet from any app unless I selected it not to. This used to happen pretty much instantly when the screen was turned off, and there was also an option to keep the...
  19. NewbieUK

    Z5 Dual Sim - doesn't work as I thought it will

    I got Xperia Z5 Dual Sim Card phone. I'm on UK network. If I use both sim slots with the same provider, one of the slots stops working immediately. Shows no signal bars whatsoever. As soon as I use two different sim cards from different providers, both work fine. I called my network provider...
  20. Android News

    Sony releases Marshmallow update for Xperia Z5, Xperia Z3+, and Z4 Tablet

    After releasing the Android 6.0 update for the Xperia Z5 in Turkey and Japan, Sony has finally flipped the switch and it rolling out the same up to more devices. The update is now hitting the Xperia Z5 family, Xperia Z3+, and Z4 tablet - delivering all the new features backed in by Google along...
  21. Android News

    Sony is rolling out Marshmallow to the Xperia Z5, Xperia Z5 Compact and Xperia Z5 Premium in Japan

    Sony had previously pushed Marshmallow to the Z5 in Turkey and now it looks like they are expanding into more markets now. The company is in the middle of updating the entire Xperia Z5 series to Marshmallow in Japan. Sony UK had previously said they are targeting a March 7th date to update the...
  22. Android News

    Sony is working to bring mainline Linux kernel support to open Xperia devices

    Not all Xperia devices are completely open, but those like the Xperia Z5 and the Xperia Z3+ are and Sony wants people to be able to do all sorts of things with them. The company has released guides on how to build the mainline Linux kernel for these open Xperia devices. This means you can get a...
  23. Android News

    Sony confirms that the Xperia Z line is dead

    Put a nail in her. Sony has confirmed and clarified findings that their Xperia Z line is being laid to rest. The Xperia X family will be the company's new top-line focus going forward.
  24. Android News

    Sony Xperia Z5 series, Z4 Tablet, and Z3+ Marshmallow update scheduled for March 7 in the UK

    Sony Uk is planning to release the Marshmallow update for its Xperia Z5 series, Z4 Tablet, and Z3+ devices starting on March 7. There's no word when other markets will be treated to the same update, but it should be soon.
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    Sony UK says Xperia Marshmallow updates will begin March 7th

    Sony UK has confirmed on Twitter that Xperia Z devices like the Z5, Z4 Tablet and Z3+ will be getting Marshmallow starting March 7th. The company says more info will be confirmed as plans are solidified.