Sony Mobile has finally confirmed that Android 6.0 Marshmallow update is coming to Xperia Z3 Compact devices. The good news prompted reports that the much-anticipated update will begin to roll out to the device before the year ends.

Sony Xperia Z3 Compact is confirmed to receive the official over-the-air release of Android 6.0 Marshmallow update as the mobile department of Sony revealed last week a list outlining Sony's plans for the update. Sony Mobile revealed 14 lucky smartphones and tablets including Xperia Z3 Compact.

In a post on Sony Mobile's official blog site, the brand expressed its excitement for the new Sony features and functionality and the improvements it made to the use experience. The article came after the fuss and frenzy about the string of exposés from a mobile carrier and device manufacturers. Samsung, LG, HTC and Google have been revealed to release the Android 6.0 Marshmallow to its devices.

However, exact release date has not been detailed by the giant. Sony fans can be assured that their phones will be getting the update very soon or before the year ends and this is what fans should be looking after.

Meanwhile, some unfortunate Xperia devices are doomed to Android update's end of journey as they were excluded from the list, like Xperia Z1, Xperia Z1 Compact and Z Ultra. According to tech analysts, the roadmap list unveiled by Sony Mobile is just initial to give privilege to newer devices.

It is subject to additions. In fact, Sony Mobile stated that that the company is working hard to take along the major Android software update to as many of its devices as possible and as quickly as it can.

Android 6.0 Marshmallow brings in key features, allowing users to work out greater control over app permissions; purchase easily and securely with fingerprint support and Android Pay; experience enhanced battery-life through Doze; and redesigned App Drawer.

Google Now becomes smarter. It recognizes diverse contexts, offers answers and aids users take action.

Apps Permissions provides users better control of the permissions of downloaded apps. Users are given the choice to assent to or reject permissions entirely. It is important to take note that Permissions are required the first time users try to use a feature, not at the point of installation.

App drawer has an all-new design. It now scrolls vertically instead of horizontally against white background. It also shows four most recently used apps across the top of the menu.

Fingerprint support brings device uniform support for fingerprint scanners devices running Marshmallow. Fingerprint functions to check purchases, unlock phones and purchase and shop in real-life or in the Play Store.

Mobile payments like American Express, Visa, Mastercard, and Discover are now supported. The update also brings Google Pay.

With Marshmallow, power and charging expands device up to two times longer standby time using Doze. It makes use of motion detectors to control device when not in use. It also diminishes background processes, while begins alarms and informs users of priority notifications even when using Doze.