According to GizChina, Sony's latest smartphone models do not attract too much attention, although this does not mean they are inferior. For example, the Xperia 1 V is a premium device that offers a lot of top-notch features. The Xperia 5 V is a compact high-end device that provides the ultimate photography experience. And this generation is complete with Xperia 10 V for the mid-range segment.
Sony will increase software update support time for the Xperia series
These products compete with their competitors in several aspects, especially in cameras. Besides, the software experience of the product series from Sony is also highly appreciated. However, the same does not happen with updates. So far, Sony provides 2 Android updates for the latest models, except for Xperia 1 III - a high-end device of 2021 that will soon update to Android 14.
The problem is, this isn't enough for a manufacturer that has been in decline in recent years after a relatively smooth start with Android. This becomes even more obvious when looking at their selling prices, because there is always a close relationship between price and software update policy on products.
Meanwhile, Google and Samsung have been working hard to match and even surpass Apple, which typically gives iPhones six years for regular updates. Now, Sony itself may change strategy when the Xperia 6 VI, Xperia 1 VI and Xperia 5 VI models are expected to have longer software support than their predecessors.
Specifically, sources say Sony will apply a 5-year software update policy, but it is unclear whether this is 5 years of Android updates or just security updates. Whatever happens, it's still good news for those interested in the Japanese brand.
