Sony Xperia Z1s for T-Mobile receives OTA update with Wi-Fi calling enhancements, free in-flight texting and more

The Sony Xperia Z1s is a variant of the Xperia Z1 for T-Mobile in the US. This device is currently receiving an OTA (over-the-air) update which brings the 14.4.B.0.56 software version along with a few new features and improvements.

Sony Xperia Z1s for T-Mobile receives Android 4.4.4 update

The Sony Xperia Z1s for T-Mobile (C6916) is now receiving the Android 4.4.4 software update. With the update you will get all the enhancements Android 4.4 KitKat has to offer, including the transparent navigation bar, white icons in the status bar, improvements to the Quick Settings feature, a customized Xperia keyboard, new boot animations, and compatibility with the Sony SmartBand SWR10 and the Lifelog app.

HTC One M8 vs. Sony Xperia Z1S - Video Comparison

The Sony Xperia Z1S is the US version of the Xperia Z1. It offers an impressive exterior design and powerful internal hardware. Meanwhile the newly announced HTC One M8 comes with an equally impressive exterior design and even newer internal hardware, making the choice between the two even harder.

Sony Xperia Z1s vs. Apple iPhone 5s - Video Comparison

The Sony Xperia Z1s is a variant of the Xperia Z1, exclusively available in the U.S. through T-Mobile. It features the same waterproof body, 20MP camera and powerful quad-core Snapdragon 800 processor. Lets find out how this Sony flagship fairs against the best Apple has to offer - the iPhone 5s.

Sony Xperia Z1S - Underwater photo samples

The Sony Xperia Z1S was launched last month as an exclusive to T-Mobile. Just like the Xperia Z1, which has been available internationally since late 2013, it offers a 20.7MP rear camera in a waterproof body. Because the Xperia Z1S offers IP58 certification, it can be taken 5 feet underwater without any issues.

Carol Grant, a photographer from Florida has decided to put this to a test, taking the Xperia Z1S on a snorkelling expedition. The subject of her photos are a family of Florida manatees (sea cows)