What you need to know
- Sony has started updating its Xperia lineup with Android 13 in December 2022.
- The update is coming to the mid-range Xperia 10 IV, which launched in May.
- The update will roll out first in Asia and may roll out to other regions soon.
Xperia 10 IV buyers can rejoice that the Android 13 update is finally here. According to a report by XDA-Developers, his mid-range Xperia phone has started receiving updates in Southeast Asia.
Update sports build number, according to XDA-Developers 65.1.A.4.8 Currently limited to dual SIM variants of the Xperia 10 IV. It also comes with the slightly older December 2022 security patch.
The update comes just over a month after Sony began rolling out Android 13 to its flagship devices. This includes his latest Xperia 1 IV, Xperia 5 IV and their respective predecessors. The premium Xperia Pro-I also received an update in December, leaving out his mid-range Xperia 10 series, at least until now.
Sony detailed what users can expect in the update, but much like the Pixel, Android 13 isn’t a particularly big overhaul. Provides easier viewing of apps, improved media permissions. Sony also highlights Bluetooth LE audio, which allows for a more efficient and higher quality audio experience.
As for the phone itself, it’s a mid-range device on its own that does pretty well against other budget Android phones. It sports a 6-inch FHD+ OLED display with a cinematic 21:9 aspect ratio. Powered by the Snapdragon 695, it has 6GB of RAM, 128GB of expandable storage, and a 12MP triple camera on the back. There is also a 5,000mAh battery that can last for about two days on a single charge.
The Android 13 update is expected to arrive on Xperia 10 IVs in other regions in the following days.
The Xperia 10 IV is a stylish and colorful mid-range smartphone from Sony. With a 6 inch 21:9 OLED display, you can get the perfect cinematic experience when watching your favorite movies and shows. Android 13 makes your phone even better.
