ICS announcement for Europe - Release End of May

[tweety2b]

Sony Tablet keeps evolving with Android 4.0.3

Latest update teams operating system enhancements with unique new features and apps from Sony

• Streamlined user interface, with drag & drop folder creation, improved multi-tasking and browser
• Updated features by Sony, including direct access to full-sized SD card, always-on ‘Small Apps’ and enhanced photo viewing options

Sony Tablet™ is evolving to give you an even speedier, more satisfying multimedia experience.

Available in Europe by the end of May as a free update for all Sony Tablet users, latest Android Version 4.0.3 (also known as Ice Cream Sandwich) brings many new features and operating system enhancements to Sony Tablet S and Tablet P models. Alongside a major user interface overhaul, the update includes a number of new Sony-unique apps and functionality.

Android 4.0.3 brings an even more intuitive, consistent feel to the Sony Tablet experience. Now it’s easy to create folders on your Workspace with simple drag and drop gestures. Recently-used apps can be dismissed with a swipe, avoiding multiple apps running unnecessarily in the background. A more responsive browser lets you toggle instantly between desktop- and mobile-optimised web sites. Pages can also be saved for offline reading at leisure when you’re away from a wireless connection.

Unique apps and enhanced features from Sony

On top of all the enhancements provided by Android 4.0.3, unique additions by Sony further personalise your multimedia user experience.

Sony Tablet S users can now directly access and view content stored on removable full-sized SD card. This makes Sony Tablet an even more attractive choice for viewing photos and video clips shot on a digital camera or camcorder. Just slip your camera’s SD card into Sony Tablet and enjoy on the detail-packed touchscreen – or store and share online with PlayMemories, the cloud-based service from Sony (NB: PlayMemories Online is available in the UK, France and Germany).

Frequently used functions are kept in easy reach with a new Sony-unique ‘Small Apps’ update.  An ‘always-on-top’ launcher icon gives instant access to Browser, Remote Control (Tablet S only) and Calculator apps while you’re using other tablet functions. It’s a convenient way to check a web site quickly, change TV channels or tot up the week’s shopping bill while you’re in the middle of doing something else.

Android 4.0.3 offers dramatically increased camera and photo solutions. Alongside the new operating system’s enriched editing features, Sony has added a wider choice of Slideshow Templates to maximize your photo viewing enjoyment.

Get entertained with music, movies, eBooks and games

Beautifully styled and easy to carry, Sony Tablet connects you with an exciting world of immersive online entertainment and easy content sharing.

Effortlessly browse the web, get apps or download eBooks to enjoy on the big, beautiful, responsive touchscreen. Part of Sony Entertainment Network, Music Unlimited brings you millions of great music tracks, while Video Unlimited lets you rent or buy thousands of movies and TV shows.

Sony Tablet is also a PlayStation™ Certified tablet device, giving you access to a thrilling choice of titles at PlayStation®Store.

As an extra treat to loyal customers, Sony Tablet owners can download their own free copy of adrenalin-packed game Super Stardust™. Available now at PlayStation®Store, the all-action shoot ‘em up is specially adapted for nail-biting gameplay on Sony Tablet as you defend five vulnerable planets from incoming danger.

  All Sony Tablet owners will be automatically notified and offered the option to upgrade their operating system to Android Version 4.0.3.

Kindest regards,

Nico

European Forum and Communities Manager

[AnnoyedWithSonyUK]

Actually "by" the 31st which means possibly before. But obviously not in this case. Quite why the need to wait until the last minute after releasing in the USA all that time ago! It must mean it will go without a hitch.

[mez_68]

afraid not. the game is listed along  with two other variants. but no "download" or purchase or other controls are present. i've tried it while logged in, and when not. dodgy app?

[tsparuk]

Its the 31st of May. Have turned on my tablet s but low and behold no ICS update notification. What are they playing at?. Is the UK the last to get everything?

[OpOpOpla]

Well its the 31st of May but there 16 and a half hours left in the day... the saga continues....

fingers crossed tsparuk

like I put on my other thread.. If its not here by close of day, say 00:01 1st June. I think sadly I will slowly move all my tech over to other manufacturers. Might seem a little harsh but sonys customer  care has slipped to unacceptable  for me. I've  given them a good 21 years

[wayneyboy76]

I've been checking on and off since midnight.  I wonder how much longer I am gonna be doing that today!!

[theheadofabroom]

I got my Sony Tablet S last Christmas, knowing it would get ICS soon. In the mean time I've had several updates for my Nokia N900, supposedly an unsupported end-of-line device. Come on Sony you're taking the p'ss

[OpOpOpla]

sony do you not see....?? I have to agree with the sentiment echoed on these pages and on my other thread...

You can almost join the Royal Mail for the lack of interest shown towards their customers

Sorry to shout!!!!

:smileyplus::smileylaugh:SONY IF IT DOES NOT ARRIVE TODAY MY ICE CREAM WILL HAVE MELTED:smileylaugh::smileyplus:

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[OpOpOpla]

hi wayneboy.. lol, checked midnight, then 4am and now 7:30am so your not the only one :smileylaugh:.

Will check back later today and with a bit of luck the roll out will have finally broke and sony wont be swamped.

In sonys other tech lines ive seen roll outs as late as 6pm in the day...

fingers crossed....

Make that 00:01AM, 04:00AM, 07:30AM, 08:00AM and 08:30AM

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[dogman3347]

No ICS update  yet, Finland.

:smileyangry::smileyangry::smileyangry::smileycry:

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[emtette70]

i got an  e-mail yesterday saying that it will be this week, so  I guess that might include  the weekend?