The Xperia 1 IV, Xperia 5 IV, and Xperia 10 IV are among the flagship smartphones from Sony that will be receiving the Android 14 upgrade starting today. They announced this wonderful news on Twitter using their official account.
This article will go over the details of the Android 14 update for certain Sony phones and walk through how to install it.
The update isn’t limited to just 2022 models. Sony’s 2023 Xperia 1 V, 10 V, and 5 V 1 will also get Android 14. Also, the fourth generation of Xperia phones – the Xperia 1 IV, 10 IV, and 5 IV – are scheduled to receive this upgrade.
Android 14 is introducing a slew of enhancements and features. These include Flash notification, compatibility with the Find My Device app, an upgraded Nearby Share feature, and new lock screen shortcuts. It also enhances the performance of apps like Photo Pro, Game Enhancer, and Video Pro.
The rollout is happening gradually, so patience might be needed before it reaches your device. You can manually check for the update in the Settings under the Software update section.
Be prepared for a sizable update, about 1.5 GB. Ensure your phone has sufficient space and a stable Wi-Fi connection. Don’t forget to back up your data and charge your phone to at least 50% before installing the update.