Smartphone manufacturers are rapidly rolling out the Android 15 update for compatible models. In this context, Sony has released a new patch for one of its popular models. So, which phone is receiving the update?
Android 15 Update Released for Sony Xperia 1 VI
The Sony Xperia 1 VI, launched in May with promises of three operating system updates and four years of security patch support, is now receiving its first major OS update with Android 15.
The Android 15 update for the Sony Xperia 1 VI comes with build number 69.1.A.2.78 and has a download size of just 940 MB. Sony’s patch notes do not provide detailed information about the changes or new features introduced by the update. The only noteworthy highlight is the inclusion of the November 2024 security patch.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Design and Display | – Minimalist, squared design – Flat edges and back – 6.5-inch FHD+ OLED (1080 x 2340 pixels) – 19.5:9 aspect ratio – HDR certified, DCI-P3 color gamut, X1 for Mobile – 1-120Hz refresh rate – Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection – Thick bezels on top and bottom |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (Adreno 750 GPU) |
| RAM and Storage | – 12GB LPDDR5X RAM – 256GB UFS 4.0 storage (512GB variant available in Asia) – Expandable up to 1.5TB via microSD |
| Camera System | – Rear Cameras: – 48MP (1/1.3.5” Exmor T sensor, f/1.9, OIS, EIS) – 12MP ultra-wide (f/2.2, 16mm focal length) – 12MP telephoto (1/3.5”, 85mm-170mm optical zoom, 3.5x-7.1x optical zoom, 21.3x hybrid zoom) – ZEISS T* coating – Front Camera: 12MP (1/2.9” sensor, f/2.0, 84° field of view) – 4K video recording at 120FPS |
| Audio | – Stereo front-facing speakers – 3.5mm headphone jack – 360 Reality Audio, Dolby Atmos, LDAC, aptX HD Audio |
| Battery and Charging | – 5,000mAh battery capacity – 30W fast charging (USB PD) – Qi wireless charging support |
| Connectivity | – 5G, 4G VoLTE – Wi-Fi 6E – Bluetooth 5.4 LE – GPS, GLONASS – USB 3.2 Type-C – NFC |
| Security | Side-mounted fingerprint sensor |
| Operating System | Android 14 (promised 3 OS updates, 4 years of security patches) |
| Colors | Black, Platinum Silver, Khaki Green |
