Sony Xperia Z1 And Z1 Series To Receive Android Lollipop 5.0.2

Earlier this month, Sony released a new Android Lollipop firmware for Xperia Z3 and Z2 series devices. The handset maker has confirmed it will be rolling out a similar software update for the Xperia Z1 line-up, such as Z1, Z1 Compact and Z Ultra.

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Installing the update will enhance the software version to 14.5.A.0.270, which should bundle the changes that includes better performance, speed and bug fixes that exist in Xperia Z3 and Z2.

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Meanwhile, the update for the older Xperia Z series (a 1.2GB mammoth of a download) contains Lollipop's most notable additions, that is Material Design, lock screen notifications, user profiles, and moving apps to SD cards.

The Lollipop updates should be available over the air and via Sony's desktop software around the world soon. But remember that the timing and availability of the update will vary depending on market and carrier. But remember that the timing and availability of the update will vary depending on market and carrier.

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Advanced users looking for the FTF links will have to wait for a while, as the firmware file has been captured only for Xperia Z1 bearing model C6906, by forum member Alvian_P who confirmed that the update is live for Telus Canada.

You can also download the software by clicking onto this link.