Sony Xperia Z3 - Marshmallow

[PizzaSlice]

Will there be an update from Android 5.1.1 to Marshmallow for the Sony Xperia Z3 anytime soon? I HAVE looked on the OS Update Scedule and do no see a reference to it. Does that mean it will NOT be available or the list is somewhat outdated?

Thank you.

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[Meowmix]

Hello @PizzaSlice

Unfortunately you won't get the answer you are looking for. The Z3 should be getting the update but the ETA won't be given until the announce it on the OS Upgrade Schedule thread. Keep a eye on that

[PizzaSlice]

Ok, fair enough. Thanks for the quick response. 🙂

[Meowmix]

Hello @PizzaSlice

You are welcome! 🙂

[zeroz3hereo]

@Meowmix

In your opinion, if in fact the Z3 has actually been discontinued from Roger's what are the chances they would still continue pushing updates OTA? I am curious because If they (Roger's) have decided this is it, then I want to start looking at other options. I just can't find the answers I'm looking for when contacting Roger's.

Thank you,

[PizzaSlice]

Yeah, I'd like to know as well. I mean I am seeing Marshmallow being released all over the world. Why not for us on Rogers?? Is it a secret? It's a software update. Not proprietary to Rogers. A simple yes it will be released for the Z3 or no it will not. That way people can make decisions. If you don't have a decisive answer, no point replying to this.

[zeroz3hereo]

@PizzaSlice

I am already very unhappy that my phone has not received a very important security update that Sony has already released. I don't understand why Roger's has not given any answers or hints that this is going to be released. Back in the summer on the stagefright thread they had all the release dates for their devices and the Z3 was supposed to get one on September 16th. Well it's over 4 months later and.... Nothing! The Z3 should be on 23.4.A.1.264 firmware and Roger's stopped at 23.4.A.1.200 which is very outdated and full of security flaws. I just wish Roger's would share important info with it's customers like, yes we are planning a future update, or no we are not going to be releasing anything more. And I don't mean that OS thread that they use on these forums.

[Meowmix]

Hello @zeroz3hereo

They should still support the updates unless otherwise said. They haven't announced that they are fully not supporting the device so there is a sign they still are. As for the updates.. I am wondering why it's taking this long and I really doubt it's due to them checking the update out and such. I am for sure something else is going on and unfortunately they either won't release the information or something else.

[Meowmix]

Hello @PizzaSlice

I fully I agree with you. The Z3 is still a great device to use on a daily basis. I don't see the reason why there is a such delay for the update and why the secrecy it seems. I am awaiting a reply as well seeing as my GF is using my Z3 which is from Europe and got the updates but my other Z3 which is locked to Rogers hasn't.

[zeroz3hereo]

Yeah unfortunately that's the problem with locked devices. I'm definitely going to go with an unlocked/ unbranded device in the future and do some research before getting another phone.

[Meowmix]

Hello @zeroz3hereo

Exactly. That's why i stick to iOS, Nexus or BlackBerry devices which i can install the updates my self. Better with Non carrier branded devices.

[PizzaSlice]

Are you talking about ROOTing or provider unlocking?

[Meowmix]

Hello @PizzaSlice

I was saying factory unlocked devices like Nexus, Blackberries which are sold by Blackberry, iPhone sold by Apple and other devices sold by the manufacturer which does not included locks to carriers and branding

[PizzaSlice]

Good day all!

It's March 6th now and I have not seen or heard anything about Rogers releasing Marhmallow for the Xperia Z3. Have anyone got any news to share about this update for this phone?

Thanks.

[Meowmix]

Hello @PizzaSlice

Unfortunately until they announce anything on the OS Upgrade Schedule thread then there isn't much to go on. Keep a eye on that thread as u know and hopefully it gets updated

[zeroz3hereo]

Thank you Rogers, and thank you Sony! Can't wait to see what Marshmallow will be like on Z3. I have been following for a while with all the testing, beta program and see a perfect version of Android. Can't wait!

[Meowmix]

Hello @zeroz3hereo

I heard it's being released its going to be released in a couple of weeks! Glad to hear that!!

[Sushil1011]

Rogers update page indicate April 27 for Marshmellow 6.0

[Meowmix]

Hello @Sushil1011


That is true but also remember the dates can change at anytime without notice. It does state that below too. So keep that in mind too.

[PizzaSlice]

At this point, I could care less when/if we get it. I've read about other phones from around the world who have gotten it well before us and the Xperia Z3 has been out before them So, whatever.

When I see the notification come on my phone telling me the new version is available, great. Otherwise....

[Meowmix]

Hello @PizzaSlice

Agreed with you! My buddy is waiting for this update but giving up