Besides the usual Android Oreo features, Sony Xperia XA1, XA1 Plus, and XA1 Ultra will get 3D scan, better camera, audio output enhancements and more.
After releasing Android Oreo to the Xperia R1 series, Sony has expanded the software roll-out for XA1 variants.
Several Xperia XA1, XA1 Plus, and XA1 Ultra owners are receiving the update (with build number: 48.1. A.0.116) in select global regions, reported Xperia Blog, a Sony community forum.
With the release of the Oreo update to the Xperia XA1 family, Sony has completed its duty to deliver Google’s latest mobile software to all of its eligible mobile phones. Now, it is also the lone Android affiliated third-party OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers) to accomplish the feat in such a short period.
With this, Sony will not only impress its Xperia device owners but also create a good vibe for other Android phone users and might tempt them to switch loyalty.
1. Once you get new software notification, select “Yes, I’m in.”
2. After the software is downloaded, select “Install now.”
3. After the software is installed, your phone will re-start automatically.
4. Your phone is now updated.
The OTA update roll-out process is being carried out in phases, so it will take several days to reach all corners of the world.
Until then, device owners can check for updates manually by going to Settings >> About Phone >> System Updates >> check for the new firmware.
Android Oreo comes with a lot of improvements over the Android v7.0 Nougat including battery life extension by cutting down on unnecessary activities of apps in the background, more fluid experiences to phones, faster booting, improvements in security via Google Play Protect that keeps a tab on suspicious activities and malware in the phone.
Another noteworthy aspect of the Android Oreo is the Rescue Party feature, which helps the device to recover from constant boot loops.
Besides the usual features of the Google’s Android Oreo, Sony has also included value-added options to improve the user-experience on Xperia devices.
The company had confirmed to release Android Oreo to Xperia XZ Premium Xperia X, Xperia X Performance (update currently rolling out), Xperia XZ, Xperia X Compact, Xperia XZs, Xperia R1, R1 Plus, Xperia XA1, Xperia XA1 Ultra and Xperia XA1 Plus.
The only device left to get Android Oreo is the Xperia Touch projector. We believe it won’t long before Sony finishes this job too.
