The latest Android 16 OS is already available to Google Pixel, and other major Android brands have also made significant progress towards a stable release. They could begin the stable rollout anytime soon. However, a few brands, including Sony, are silent on Android 16 development as well as release plans.
Sony hasn’t announced when it will release the Android 16 update to its devices and what the rollout plan looks like. The brand hasn’t even released the Android 16 beta to any of its devices yet, whereas many other brands have done so weeks ago. However, that shouldn’t mean it’s not working on bringing Android 16 to its devices.
Sony may already be working on Android 16, but it may take a little longer than other Android brands. We’ve curated a list of devices that are eligible for an upgrade to Android 16. Review the list to find out if yours is in for a treat.
Sony Xperia phones eligible for Android 16 update
Sony hasn’t published an official list of devices for the Android 16 upgrade. So, we went through the current update policy to prepare the following list.
- Xperia 1 VII (last update: Android 19)
- Xperia 10 VII (last update: Android 19)
- Xperia 1 VI (last update: Android 17)
- Xperia 10 VI (last update: Android 17)
Yes, the list is too short. Only three Sony Xperia phones will be upgraded to Android 16. The Sony 1 VII was released in May this year, while the other two (Xperia 1 VI and Xperia 10 VI) were released last year.
As of now, the company hasn’t announced when it will start rolling out the Android 16 update. Whenever that happens, it will likely be the Xperia 1 VII that gets the first bite, followed by the Xperia 1 VI and Xperia 10 VI. Since the brand only needs to upgrade three devices, the rollout shouldn’t take long once it goes live.
Sony’s approach towards software releases
Sony is no longer a leading smartphone brand in the market. However, it still releases a few Xperia phones each year, focusing primarily on premium models with high-end cameras.
While the number of new Sony phones released every year has decreased sharply in recent years, the software support hasn’t taken a hit. In fact, the brand extended the update support for 2024 and newer models.
Previously limited to two OS updates, the Xperia 1 VI and Xperia 10 VI, launched in 2024, promise three major Android updates. The Xperia 1 VII, released this year, takes it even further by promising up to four major upgrades. That’s certainly a good move benefiting users.
Which Sony smartphone do you have? Is it eligible for the Android 16 upgrade? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
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