Take a look at Sony’s new Android software. Photo: Sony

Sony is rebuilding its Android software from scratch in an effort to generate more interest in its Xperia smartphone business, and it’s about to begin trialling it with 500 users in Sweden. These screenshots provide us all with a sneak peek at the software in advance.

Sony brings Lollipop to more Xperia devices. Photo: Sony

Sony has begun its rollout of the Android 5.1 Lollipop update for handsets in the Xperia Z2 and Xperia Z3 families. In addition to the usual Lollipop features, it brings LinkedIn integration, camera improvements, better enterprise support, and more.

The Xperia Z3+ crashes when it overheats. Photo: AndroidPIT

Owners of the Xperia Z3+ who have experienced overheating issues with its Snapdragon 810 processor have taken cooling matters into their own hands using little more than a sheet of kitchen foil. Yes, it sounds silly, but you’ll be surprised how well it works.

Sony’s software is getting a makeover. Photo: Sony

Sony has begun testing concept Android software that it hopes will help revive its struggling smartphone business. The overhauled interface promises a “fresh take on the Sony user experience,” and it is about to enter tested in Sweden.

Huawei’s Nexus will be a beast. Photo: Google

Specifications for Huawei’s upcoming Nexus smartphone have leaked out ahead of the handset’s official unveiling this fall. A reliable source confirms the handset will be powered by Qualcomm’s next-generation Snapdragon 820 processor, and pack a 5.7-inch Quad HD display and fingerprint scanner.