Sony’s latest move is updating the Xperia 5 V with Android 14, which debuted back in August 2024. This major update is making waves as it keeps the phone current with the newest Android offerings.
You’ll find the update tagged as version 67.1.A.2.182, and it’s a hefty download at around 1.3GB. Sony’s been showing off the update’s main features and perks on their Instagram, getting Xperia users excited.
What does Android 14 bring to the table for Xperia 5 V users? There’s a bunch of cool stuff. Think Monochrome themes, flash notifications you can color-customize, and even more ways to personalize your fonts and icons. Plus, now your phone can double as a webcam!
Alongside these Xperia-specific upgrades, Android 14 also packs in the usual improvements. We’re talking enhanced privacy and security features, larger system fonts, a redesigned battery usage interface, and a slew of optimizations to boost overall performance. It’s a significant leap from Android 13, for sure.
The rollout’s happening in stages. So, if you haven’t got the update yet, keep an eye out. You can always check manually in Settings under About Phone and Software Update.
Previously, Sony rolled out Android 14 to its Xperia 1 V and the upper-tier Xperia 10 V models. Now, with the Xperia 5 V joining the club, Sony’s keeping its latest phones right up to date with Google’s software. Xperia 5 V owners can definitely look forward to a more refined experience after this update.