#sony xperia security

Sony has announced that their premium range Xperia smartphones will be supplied with the latest Android updates for two years after launch. As for budget and mid-range Xperia phones however, Sony isn't making any promises. This mobile upgrade policy was first reported by Xperia Blog, whose article also includes information on Sony's Security Update Program, as well as Spectre and Meltdown patches. The Sony Mobile Security Update Program is an initiative that regularly rolls out patches that protect against the latest security threats, including Android-related issues as well as Xperia-specific ones. As for addressing Spectre and Meltdown, Sony is in the process of making patches for pretty much every X-series phone, as well as the Xperia L1 and L2. Sony has confirmed that it will launch the Xperia 1 VIII on May 13 at 11:00 AM JST. Expected Sony Xperia 1 VIII specs Expected redesigned body Square camera module Expected rear cameras: 16mm ultrawide 24mm wide-angle New telephoto sensor Expected two-day battery life Launch date: May 13, 2026 Sony’s Xperia 1 VIII has surfaced in an eSIM database, hinting that the next-generation flagship is already in testing. Read more in our articles including "Sony Xperia flagships to get two years of Android updates after launch" and "Sony confirms Xperia 1 VIII launch date".