Sony now seeds Android 4.4.2 KitKat for the Xperia Z1 globally

27 March, 2014
The software update carries a version number 14.3.A.0.681 and brings updates to the camera.

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  • AnonD-241460
  • fvx
  • 09 Apr 2014

The update has some display enchanting and the notification list update is way too good and the app menu but other than that it's pain..... Overheating problems audio problems while listening to songs and it made the camera worse,Sony please fix it

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    • Tony
    • sEC
    • 09 Apr 2014

    Guys, I've just update my xperia z1 by 4.4.2 yesterday, and so far there is no problem as you mentioned (or maybe I haveto monitor my phone longer). But overall, 4.4.2 seems doesn't have significant change compared to jelly bean...It feels slightly over heated when taking picture and playing games, but i think it's still in normal condition. I'll monitor my phone furher.


    Thanks.

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      • uk Crap z1
      • m5}
      • 08 Apr 2014

      Z1 (Factory Unlocked) - still no update in UK

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        • neil
        • fCx
        • 08 Apr 2014

        Hi...I hav the same issues with my z1 as well but there are a few more, I have set the sound profile to loud and increased the volume to the max and still I cant hear it ringing. While playn videos there is no sound even when the volume is up al the way. My screen flicker often, and apps run on their own when I unlock my screen they are already running

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          • juan dela cruz
          • tCQ
          • 08 Apr 2014

          Cis, 28 Mar 2014PC Companion on is needed for the update here in the Philip... moreHow?im waiting for it here in manila

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            • CWright
            • H5y
            • 08 Apr 2014

            Z1 (Factory Unlocked) - still no update.

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              • aman
              • rJ9
              • 08 Apr 2014

              I used to love my phone since the day I bought it ( release day here in Norway). When I bought it, it came with 4.2.2 then later on ( a month or two) 4.3 rolled out and I loved the device even more.

              When I noticed the new update coming up in the system updates, I was quite excited since I heard alot of good things about kitkat.

              Now.. Its a pain in the ass, volume is low, bluetooth is super unstable, snapchat and applications who includes a camera takes a load of time to start up. Even the original camera applications, alot of stuff crashes alot.

              Batterty drained slightly, I really hope this will be fixed. I even experienced problem talking in the phone ( audio was lacking and the people talked to struggled to hear me).

              You guys know about a update who will fix this? I heard one is coming to fix audio, but nothing else.

              Thanks for reading

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                • Manoj
                • w49
                • 08 Apr 2014

                The performance has degraded to the highest level.
                1: Heats up like anything.
                2: Battery drains up, even if we just keep the phone without performing any operations.
                3: Charging time is too much.
                4: Applications become unresponsive too often.

                Sony , kindly provide an update and save your customers from porting to a new mobile phone.

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                  • AnonD-251970
                  • Ldc
                  • 08 Apr 2014

                  I used to love my phone since the day I bought it ( release day here in Norway). When I bought it, it came with 4.2.2 then later on ( a month or two) 4.3 rolled out and I loved the device even more.

                  When I noticed the new update coming up in the system updates, I was quite excited since I heard alot of good things about kitkat.

                  Now.. Its a pain in the ass, volume is low, bluetooth is super unstable, snapchat and applications who includes a camera takes a load of time to start up. Even the original camera applications, alot of stuff crashes alot.

                  Batterty drained slightly, I really hope this will be fixed. I even experienced problem talking in the phone ( audio was lacking and the people talked to struggled to hear me).

                  You guys know about a update who will fix this? I heard one is coming to fix audio, but nothing else.

                  Thanks for reading
                  -Eskil

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                    • Anonymous
                    • ijZ
                    • 08 Apr 2014

                    two days ago I received and the update 4.4.2 for z1. After updated
                    1. Phone battery drain very fast and recover charging time very long.
                    2. phone is over heating.
                    3.Audio system no louder with include speaker.
                    I want downgrade to jelly bean ,how to do?

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                      • Anonymous
                      • vL$
                      • 08 Apr 2014

                      upgrated to KITkat this morning and already started to feel the difference. phone (XPERIA Z1) is getting overheated and battery draining so fast. Seems a big issue.

                      Sony, pls do the bug fixing ASAP.

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                        • AnonD-219992
                        • Xu@
                        • 08 Apr 2014

                        I have updated my SONY XPERIA Z1 to KITKAT 4.4.2 last month.. starting from day one my phone started giving many problem one by one first and fore most one is battery max. usable time on battery in my phone is 4Hrs at the max. next coming to charging time it take more than 5Hrs to get fully charged not from dead phone from 35% of battery next coming to performance my phone hanging on most of the time and suddenly get RESTARTED then most of all my apps gets " STOP RESPONDING" Next it gets heat i cant even hold my phone to call someone its too hot... (I'm a past user of XPERIA Z i love that phone it does not gave any problem).. Before this update(4.4.2) in XPERIA Z1 it was in very good condition, performance was extraordinary charging time will not take more than 1.20 Hrs phone will not get hot i do not know what to do. can anyone please help me how to officially downgrade my phone to 4.3 please...

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                          • AnonD-180329
                          • saS
                          • 07 Apr 2014

                          Finally got mine to seed this morning. Update didn't take all 42 minutes.

                          So far I haven't experienced any issues. I've been able to open all apps; I've been listening to my music normally with no hiccups; phone isn't running hot... And it's seems like everything is running faster and smoother than before (not that noticeable phone was blazing fast on 4.3)

                          I'll see how the battery does because I see that's another issue others are having.

                          Knocking on wood...

                          BTW I actually prefer the old notification center (with the quick toggles at the top). The new Kit Kat version is closer to stock Android with Swipe 1 finger for notifications and swipe 2 fingers for quick settings.

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                            • Anonymous
                            • 2wI
                            • 07 Apr 2014

                            Same issues. Can someone help me with how to downgrade Z1 back to Jelly Bean

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                              • AnonD-75440
                              • 3JD
                              • 07 Apr 2014

                              Its Not Good at all because my Phone is Hanging a Lot while Playing Movie on MX player nd even Audio is Getting Mute automatically

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                                • AnonD-251739
                                • SnY
                                • 07 Apr 2014

                                to tell you the truth, I always wanted the new in Kit Kat to try out and since NEXUS is out some time Sony wanted to jump in too. I finnaly did an update when I plugged in my Cell phone into the computer.

                                the update was ready. did it and was happy. Maybe a half day or so.

                                I started noticing the heat and the battery drainage. It was unbelievable and couldnt have the phone in my pocket. Something is worng for sure with this update.

                                the phone from a full charge went dead in like 6 - 8 hours, with minimal calls, and was always hot!

                                with some reading I restored the phone to the previous jelly bean and my phone is capable of beeing on in standby and calls for 35 hours..!!!

                                Jelly bean is the way to go on this phne! dont bother with an update. not worth it.

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                                  • AnonD-33132
                                  • nu2
                                  • 07 Apr 2014

                                  My Z1 Compact even though factory unlocked and unbranded still has no update(OTA nor PC Companion). Being here in England, I was surprised not to have it by now. Although it may be some buggy firmware issues that are being quietly ironed out. My original firmware and software are quite good. I was looking to see what KitKat beings. I really wanted to leave it on stock since the phone is new and I don't want any possible issues with yet still new custom firmware flashing

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                                    • SONY's fans
                                    • uRG
                                    • 06 Apr 2014

                                    vmathann, 03 Apr 2014Today I receive the update 4.4.2 for z1, here before I read... morei'm very disappointed with this android new software (4.4.2), it's really like shit.... Below are the issue that i faced now:

                                    1. can't even load in facebook home page.
                                    2. some of the apps..
                                    3. caused my phone very lag during gaming.
                                    4. phone battery drain very fast.


                                    Sony, please help to solve all this bug...Please fix all the bug before release to user.

                                    thanks,
                                    BR, SONY's fans

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                                      • uk Crap z1
                                      • m5}
                                      • 05 Apr 2014

                                      Still nothing for Z1 Sim Free in UK

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                                        • mimi_mads
                                        • upH
                                        • 05 Apr 2014

                                        aman, 01 Apr 2014when android 4.4.2 kitkat come in xperia z????Trust me u don't want it!! It's got serious forward issues