Sony Mobile has confirmed that the Android 5.1.1 Lollipop firmware roll-out is finally available for the Xperia M2 and M2 Aqua range of handsets. There was a speculation about the Sony devices getting upgraded soon and what would come as better news for the users than the Lollipop update.
The Xperia M2 duo were long trudging the path of Android 4.4.4 KitKat until now. This feature now provides them with a better user interface than the previous one. Apart from this it includes many customization options, one gets finger control over the volume, silent and alert functions as well.
There is also a LinkedIn integration which helps to connect with various employers and information about meetings and participants will now show up in the calendar. The new version also helps to snap selfies remotely with the Smartwatch 3. Though there has been no official confirmation but the update also seals up a major threat that haunts Android devices- Stagefright Vulnerability.
Sony issued a statement that the roll-out will come in phases and may not reach immediately. Once upgraded the Xperia M2 and Xperia M2 Aqua get rolled up to the firmware version 18.6.A.0.175. This could now go a long way in pleasing the users and the experience would be the one to be really proud of.
Below is a list of firmware versions for the devices:
Sony Xperia M2 FTF firmware files – Android 5.1.1 Lollipop (18.6.A.0.175)
Xperia M2 (D2303) 18.6.A.0.175 Algeria GNT Telecom DZ
Xperia M2 (D2305) 18.6.A.0.175 Ukraine Generic
Xperia M2 (D2306) 18.6.A.0.175 Latin America Generic
Sony Xperia M2 Aqua FTF firmware files – Android 5.1.1 Lollipop (18.6.A.0.175)
Xperia M2 Aqua (D2403) 18.6.A.0.175 Russia Generic
Xperia M2 Aqua (D2406) 18.6.A.0.175 US Generic