Unlocked Xperia Z3 Marshmallow update (official)

[akash_nu]

Hi Guys,

I am back on the Android bandwagon after a good 5-6 years of break and starting the journey with an unlocked Xperia Z3. I have not looked into flashing custom ROMs as I have just bought the device and don't really have time these days to go mental with modding and changing things around.

A quick Google search revealed that the latest official Android version for my specific model - D6603 is Android 6.0.1. However, my phone is on 5.1.1 currently and if I try to look for update, it says I have already got the latest version. I am in the UK and I thought that the global roll out was at the end of April. Any idea why the update is not available for me?!

 

[Bigfudge1980]

As of now the only uk z3's to have 6.0.1 are 3 Uk, Virgin mobile uk, Vodafone Uk. U can how ever manually flash an official stock rom of 6.0.1.

Either download Flashtool or Xperifirm. Also a useful way to check for the latest firmware releases for the UK.

I flashed a U.S custom rom, Prerooted. Works fine

 

[Nojus33]

It takes time to get OTA update, but you can upgrade manually. Try using xperia companion on PC and check for an update. If it doesn't work then you can use Flashtool. Just google for it. Latest MM build for D6603 is 23.5.A.0.570.
Btw, this should be in Q&A section.

 

[akash_nu]

Thanks a lot guys... It feels alien to come back to all flashing and modding. I will try to pick up asap. Cheers

 

[akash_nu]

As of now the only uk z3's to have 6.0.1 are 3 Uk, Virgin mobile uk, Vodafone Uk. U can how ever manually flash an official stock rom of 6.0.1.

Either download Flashtool or Xperifirm. Also a useful way to check for the latest firmware releases for the UK.

I flashed a U.S custom rom, Prerooted. Works fine

I would think the unlocked version get updates earlier than the carrier versions. Oh well... I guess manual update it is then. Do you see any difference with Marshmallow over Lollipop?

 

[akash_nu]

It takes time to get OTA update, but you can upgrade manually. Try using xperia companion on PC and check for an update. If it doesn't work then you can use Flashtool. Just google for it. Latest MM build for D6603 is 23.5.A.0.570.
Btw, this should be in Q&A section.

Ok I understand. Have you got any idea of the expected date?

 

[Nojus33]

Ok I understand. Have you got any idea of the expected date?

Well, each region gets the update different time, It can be that some regions aren't willing to push the update. No one knows when. But with manual update with flashtool you can install another region's firmware. There is no big differences between them.

 

[Bigfudge1980]

I would think the unlocked version get updates earlier than the carrier versions. Oh well... I guess manual update it is then. Do you see any difference with Marshmallow over Lollipop?

My personal experience with MM is a good one, The new Ui seems to be smooth and fluid, battery optimization ( in my case ) seems far better than LP. And the new additions all be it only a few have made the z3 feel fresh and new. MM has been long awaited but in my humble opinion very much worth it. Although a feature i was looking forward to seeing was passed over by Sony, Adoptable storage. A shame but not a deal breaker.
But if you are interested in such things it is available in the Android N Preview, which is available to all 6603 users via Xperia companion.

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Well, each region gets the update different time, It can be that some regions aren't willing to push the update. No one knows when. But with manual update with flashtool you can install another region's firmware. There is no big differences between them.

Only real difference is the bloat wear and the LTE/4G icon for data.

 

[Nojus33]

My personal experience with MM is a good one, The new Ui seems to be smooth and fluid, battery optimization ( in my case ) seems far better than LP. And the new additions all be it only a few have made the z3 feel fresh and new. MM has been long awaited but in my humble opinion very much worth it. Although a feature i was looking forward to seeing was passed over by Sony, Adoptable storage. A shame but not a deal breaker.
But if you are interested in such things it is available in the Android N Preview, which is available to all 6603 users via Xperia companion.

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Only real difference is the bloat wear and the LTE/4G icon for data.

Indeed

 

[akash_nu]

Well, each region gets the update different time, It can be that some regions aren't willing to push the update. No one knows when. But with manual update with flashtool you can install another region's firmware. There is no big differences between them.

Ah cheers mate. Flash tool it is then.

 

[akash_nu]

My personal experience with MM is a good one, The new Ui seems to be smooth and fluid, battery optimization ( in my case ) seems far better than LP. And the new additions all be it only a few have made the z3 feel fresh and new. MM has been long awaited but in my humble opinion very much worth it. Although a feature i was looking forward to seeing was passed over by Sony, Adoptable storage. A shame but not a deal breaker.

But if you are interested in such things it is available in the Android N Preview, which is available to all 6603 users via Xperia companion.

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Only real difference is the bloat wear and the LTE/4G icon for data.

Ah. Cheers buddy. I'm planning to take the plunge today.

 

[akash_nu]

Can someone recommend a solid file manager for me?! Trying to see what is out there but getting confused with all the choices.


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