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Android 16 update is now available for these Sony phones

This year, Sony beat many popular brands, including OnePlus, Xiaomi, Oppo, and Vivo, to become one of the first brands to release Android 16. The Sony Xperia 1 VII was the first from the brand to get ...
Android

Sony Pushes Android 16 to Xperia 1 VII, Leaves Security in August

The Sony Xperia 1 VII is now receiving the Android 16 update, following earlier launch issues that briefly halted sales. The new firmware, version 71.1.A.2.68, is rolling out in Europe with a 1.13GB ...
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Android 16 rolls out for Sony Xperia 1 VI and 10 VI — here’s what’s new

The Xperia 1 VI and Xperia 10 VI are finally getting their Android 16 update. The rollout began in late October 2025 across Europe and the UK. The Xperia 1 VI is receiving build 69.2.A.2.30, which ...
Android Authority

Material 3 Expressive vs One UI 8: Which Android flavor is better?

Android operating systems in 2025 are what individual phone brands make of them. Android 16 is publicly available as part of the Android Open Source Project, but it’s barebones, and brands like Google ...
Geeky Gadgets

Has Innovation Died? Android 16 vs. iOS 18 vs. One UI 7 (The Truth About Convergence).

Mobile operating systems have undergone remarkable transformations, with Android 16, iOS 18, and One UI 7 showcasing a blend of shared features and distinct innovations. While these platforms are ...