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Sony Xperia phones are now getting Android 13 updates
Sony has just released Android 13 for several of its Xperia smartphones. Here’s what devices are eligible to upgrade.
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Sony LinkBuds earbuds to receive multipoint pairing, LinkBuds S gets ‘Earth Blue’ colorway
Sony’s LinkBuds and LinkBuds S are set to get a brand-new software update in the coming weeks, bringing along multipoint pairing functionality to the wireless earbuds as well as a new “Earth Blue” color to the LinkBuds S.
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Sony Xperia Stream adds Ethernet, HDMI, cooling fan, and more to Xperia 1 IV
Xperia Stream, the latest gaming-focused accessory from Sony’s mobile division, makes the Xperia 1 IV ready for pro gamers, with help from a cooling fan and a ton of ports.
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Sony teases Android gaming ambitions that probably won’t revive the Xperia Play
With Android gaming on a major upswing as of late, Sony is preparing to announce new “gaming gear” that unfortunately still doesn’t look like the Xperia Play sequel we’ve been waiting for.
Expand Expanding CloseSony’s IMX989 is a massive 1-inch camera sensor destined for the Xiaomi 12S Ultra
After announcing a partnership with Leica to tune optics, Xiaomi has teamed up with Sony on the massive 1-inch IMX989 sensor, which is set to be utilized by the Xiaomi 12 S Ultra.
Expand Expanding CloseSony wants to use Android & iOS to expand its PlayStation empire
Sony isn’t the first name you think of when it comes to mobile games, but the company has brought some of its PlayStation IP to Android and iOS in the past. This week, Sony confirmed much bigger plans for mobile.
Expand Expanding CloseSony LinkBuds S launch w/ same package as Pixel Buds Pro; ANC, Assistant, $199
Google announced its Pixel Buds Pro recently, but they’re still a few weeks out. If you’re in need of the Assistant integration, smart features, and active noise cancellation today, Sony LinkBuds S might be exactly what you need.
Expand Expanding CloseSony announces the new WH-1000XM5 with a modern design and better noise cancellation
Leaked many times in the last few weeks, the Sony Wh-1000XM5 headphones have become a much-anticipated update to Sony’s line of wireless noise-canceling headphones. Today, Sony officially announced the WH-1000XM5 with improved features and a new design for $399.
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Sony XM5 retail packaging confirms less battery life than originally thought and Google Assistant
Last week we saw leaked official-looking images that showed off the sleek new design of the upcoming Sony XM5s, along with information suggesting that the battery life of these new headphones would reach 40 hours. Even newer leaks of retail packaging suggest otherwise.
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Sony WH-1000XM5 look to introduce a new design to the Assistant-equipped ANC headphones
Since the release of Sony’s wireless over-ear headphones, we’ve been excited to see how the company tackles a new generation of Google Assistant-powered cans. Well, that two-year wait seems to be almost over as some highly-detailed images have surfaced showcasing the – what we expect Sony to call – new WH-1000XM5s.
Expand Expanding CloseSony set to launch new Xperia phones on May 11
Sony’s relaunched and reinvigorated Xperia line is set to gain new phones very soon as the Japanese firm has confirmed a May 11 launch event for new hardware.
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Sony LinkBuds S apparently borrow Pixel Buds vent to offer noise cancellation and open sound
Sony’s unique LinkBuds doubled down on the idea of open sound in earbuds, but it seems their sibling may go for a more balanced approach. A leak claims to show off the “Sony LinkBuds S,” which have a vent similar to Google’s Pixel Buds.
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Sony Xperia Ace 3 leaks, shows off one of the few remaining small Android phones
Smartphones are big now. Even as bezels have shrunk in recent years, smartphones have only kept getting bigger and bigger, to the point where even Google’s Pixel lineup, which was once notorious for offering at least one compact device, is now headlined by two of the biggest devices on the market. Sony, though, seems to want to keep the small Android smartphone alive with its recently-leaked Xperia Ace 3.
Expand Expanding CloseXperia 10 IV renders showcase similar design to its predecessor
A series of renders for the Xperia 10 IV hints that Sony is keeping things familiar with the design of the mid-ranger.
Expand Expanding CloseSony Linkbuds Review: Fulfilling my dream of ambient audio, and doing it better than Pixel Buds
Truly wireless earbuds have a variety of use cases, but their small and portable form factor have, for me, always been a great fit for ambient audio. That’s a purpose that most brands have basically ignored, short of Google’s Pixel Buds. The new Sony LinkBuds go all-in on mixing your music with the surrounding world, and I’ve been waiting years for these to exist.
Expand Expanding CloseSony begins rolling out Android 12 for Xperia 1 II and Xperia Pro
Sony has now started rolling out Android 12 to 2019’s Xperia 1 II and the previous flagship Xperia Pro having previously updated the Xperia 1 III and Xperia 5 III late last month.
Expand Expanding CloseSony is rolling out VRR support to 2021 Google TV-powered Bravia XR line
Sony is finally starting to roll out a VRR (variable refresh rate) update to its line of Bravia XR processor-driven TVs. This change comes close to a year after the company promised the update to users.
Expand Expanding CloseXperia 1 IV renders reveal practically identical design to predecessor for upcoming flagship
The first 3D renders of the Sony Xperia 1 IV have been shared and showcase a practically identical design and look to last year’s impressive Xperia 1 III.
Expand Expanding CloseSony unveils the open style Link Buds with Google Assistant, Fast Pair, and skin touch controls
There are a lot of users out there who don’t mind setting their earbuds to ambient mode and going on with their lives. With the Sony Link Buds, that seems to be the main focus.
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Sony Xperia 5 III starts shipping in the US, just in time for its Android 12 update
Sony is far from a bit name in the United States when it comes to smartphones, but the company’s Xperia lineup usually has a least a few options available in the US market. This week, Sony has finally started shipping the Xperia 5 III in the US with pricing from $999.
Expand Expanding CloseSony details Android 12 update, rolling out now for Xperia 1 III, Xperia 5 III
Sony’s latest Google TV lineup delivers mini-LED, ‘Bravia Cam’ for gesture controls, and more
Sony is perhaps the longest partner for Android TV and Google TV, and the company’s latest Bravia lineup is bringing mini-LED, new and improved OLED tech, and a neat new “Bravia Cam.”
Expand Expanding CloseSony Xperia 1 III review: The only true enthusiast Android flagship of 2021 [Video]
Sony’s small but precise smartphone lineup seemingly slips under the radar, which is a shame as the Xperia 1 III is an incredible feat in many ways.
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Sony Xperia Pro-I has a sensor based on the company’s mirrorless cameras for $1,800 [U]
Sony is a name that’s rarely thought of in today’s mobile phone landscape, but the company continues to keep pushing along with new devices year after year. Following the launch of its super-expensive Sony Xperia Pro last year, the “Pro-I” has gone official with a bigger, better camera and a new “Vlog Monitor.”
Update: This article has been updated to include official details following a previous leak.
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