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Sony has confirmed on its blog that Android 5.1.1 Lollipop is coming top Xperia C3 4G LTE and Xperia C3 Dual SIM variants. As Sony releases today the update to Xperia T2 Ultra, Lollipop will bring also several minor tweaks and a solution to Stagefright threat.

Android 5.1.1 Lollipop will hit Xperia C3 devices, along with Xperia T2 Ultra single SIM version, very soon after Sony completes all stages of release to dual SIM variants of Xperia T2. According to reports, the update will release before the Android 6.0 Marshmallow gets launched in late September.

Currently running with Android 5.0.2 Lollipop, Xperia C3 handsets will receive improvements in Material Design, device switch, sync device, and more.

With Lollipop, Material Design has been improved with more fluid animations. Interruption has got a few enhancements. This feature lets users regulate which notifications and alarms device will display or sound. "None" will stop device from playing all types of notifications including alarms. "Priority" allows users to set which apps and calendar event and notifications on display. "All" allows all notifications to display.

This feature as well is mapped to sound toggle button on Quick settings. "Ongoing notifications" will display when "Priority only" or "No interruptions" mode is chosen. By tapping this one, it will direct the device to interruptions settings screen. "Separated button" meanwhile is provided in Quick Settings.

Floating action button is the new feature to promote key action for apps like adding or composing new item. This feature can be used for Contacts, Email, Music, and Alarm/Clock apps.

Screen pinning lets users to lock device to a single app. By holding the Back and Recent buttons simultaneously will unpin the app. Settings are now searchable.

The Advanced Wi-Fi option has the new "Avoid bad Wi-Fi connections." This works when Wi-Fi signal gets weak, device will automatically connect to a mobile network for a smooth user experience.

The update was seen lately running on these devices on Youtube. The video showcases additional useful features and notable changes to the user interface, controls and customization. Here's what users can see in the video:

1.     Icon size can be changed at the Home Screen settings.

2.     Wi-Fi and Bluetooth toggles on Quick Settings now include connectivity options without going to the Settings menu.

3.     Alarm is now added on the sound settings when pressing the volume rockers.

4.     Volume levels of different sound output are now available using the volume rockers.

5.     Icon and themes enhancements

Android 5.1.1 Lollipop will also be released to Xperia Z2, Xperia Z2 Tablet, Xperia Z1, Xperia Z1 Compact, Xperia Z Ultra, Xperia T2 Ultra, Xperia C3, Xperia Z, Xperia ZR, Xperia ZL, Xperia Z Tablet, Xperia M2 and Xperia M2 Aqua.