Samsung Galaxy Note 3, Sony Xperia Z1: 14 New Android 4.4 KitKat Features Owners Should Demand Soon!

Source: Android.com

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 and Sony Xperia Z1 are now revealed to the world with the top-notch hardware components. Galaxy Note 3 runs Android 4.3 Jelly Bean while Xperia Z1 has Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean; do the new toys deserve Jelly Bean or would it be better if they are running Android 4.4 KitKat?

Quick Preview on Galaxy Note 3 and Xperia Z1

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 features a sophisticated design relative to the feel of a company executive with two variants soon available in the market. Sony Xperia Z1 has been quoted as the "world's leading camera in a smartphone" with water-resistance and rated IP55/IP58.

Technical Specifications	Samsung Galaxy Note 3	Sony Xperia Z1
Android OS	Android 4.3 Jelly Bean	Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean
Display	5.7" 1080 x 1920 full HD Super AMOLED; 386ppi	5.0" 1080 x 1980 full HD TFT; 441 ppi
Processor	1.9, 1.3 GHz Exynos 5420 octa-core or 2.3GHz Snapdragon 800 quad-core	2.2GHz Snapdragon 800 quad-core
RAM	3GB	2GB
Storage	32GB or 64GB with microSD slot	16GB with microSD slot
Primary Camera	13MP Ultra High Definition recording (4K) at 30fps, Smooth Motion (FHD at 60fps), Slow Motion (HD at 120fps), Smart Stabilisation, CRI LED flash	20.7MP Exmor RS CMOS sensor, Sony G Lens, BIONZ for mobile, 1080p at 30fps with HDR video, LED flash
Secondary Camera	2MP Smart Stabilisation, 1080p record at 30fps	2MP with 1080p at 30fps recording
Battery	3200 mAh	3000 mAh
Specials	New S Pen features, New Camera modes, IR blaster, New Sensors, More colour designs, dual SIM card of N9002 model	IP55/58 certification (water & dust resistances), scratch-resistant and shatter proof glass, BRAVIA engine 2, Triluminos display, All Sync feature

Android 4.4 KitKat against Android 4.3 or Android 4.2 Jelly Bean

Since both devices are no longer a secret, we can expect that both will receive Android 4.4 KitKat OS update before 2013 ends or by early 2014. Android 4.4 KitKat is the upcoming Android version partnered to the famous chocolate bar - KitKat.

Android 4.3 Jelly Bean features several sweet addition to the game and improved the overall aspects of Android 4.2.2 environment.

1. OpenGL ES 3.0 for 3D realistic and high performance graphics.

2. Virtual surround sound on Nexus devices from Fraunhofer Cingo mobile audio technology.

3. Auto-complete on the dial pad app.

4. Improved keyboard input and new additional languages supported.

5. Location detection without turning Wi-Fi all the time.

6. Bluetooth Smart support.

7. Wireless display projection features of Nexus devices.

8. Restricted profiles.

9. Google Now, Project Butter, Quick Settings, Actionable Notifications, Daydream, Android Beam, HDR, Photo Sphere, HDMI mirroring, Gesture Keyboard, Lock Screen Widgets, Group Messaging all from Android 4.2.2 version.

Hints of Android 4.4 KitKat

Some features from Android 4.3 Jelly Bean may be carried over to Android 4.4 KitKat while some may be thrown away depending on Google. Based on the KitKat Web site, here are some clues provided what Galaxy Note 3 and Xperia Z1 owners should expect:

1. Beautiful and immersive experience

2. Multi-sensory feel

3. Smooth and precise system responsiveness

4. Optimised CPU cores

5. Works perfectly on portrait or landscape

6. New Cloud based system from Android devices

7. Greater global network coverage

8. No contracts or small print limitation using Android 4.4

9. Compatibility among several accessories

10. Refined software and hardware compatibility

11. Lightweight software

12. Improved display support