Highlights

• Xperia 1 V receives Android 14 update with advanced notification and security features.
• Enhanced Nearby Share and customizable lock screen shortcuts introduced in the update.
• Xperia 1 V combines a 6.1-inch OLED HDR Display with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor.
• Robust 52MP camera system and 5,000mAh battery with fast charging capabilities.

Sony has now rolled out the Android 14 update for the Xperia 1 V as of January 7th.

This update follows the launch of the Xperia 1 V back in September.

However, the first phone to get the update was the Xperia 5 V, Sony’s smaller flagship device, which received the roll-out two months after the 1 V, while the mid-range Xperia 10 V was updated a week after the 1 V.

Xperia 1 V: Key Features of Android 14 Update

• Notification Enhancements: The update introduces the use of the rear LED flash as a notification light. Additionally, the screen flash feature is now available for notifications and alarms, ensuring users don’t miss important alerts.
• Device Security: Integration with the ‘Find my device’ app is a significant addition. This feature not only helps locate the phone but also allows users to lock it and erase its content remotely, enhancing security.
• Nearby Share Feature: This update expands the Nearby Share functionality, enabling seamless file transfers from Windows computers to the Xperia 1 V without the need for cables.
• Customisable Lock Screen Shortcuts: Users can now personalize their lock screen with shortcuts, tailoring the phone’s functionality to their preferences.

Xperia 1 V: Key Specs and Features

The Sony Xperia 1 V features a 6.1-inch FHD+ OLED HDR Display, offering a 21:9 aspect ratio, a 120Hz refresh rate, and 240Hz Motion blur reduction for smoother visuals.

The display supports Creator mode, designed for precise color reproduction similar to Master Monitor, covering DCI-P3 100% and ITU-R BT.2020 color spaces.

Ensuring durability, the screen is safeguarded by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2.

The device’s dimensions are 154 x 68 x 8.6mm, and it weighs 182g.

In terms of durability, the Xperia 1 V is water-resistant (IPX5/IPX8) and dustproof (IP6X).

Under the hood, the Xperia 1 V is powered by an Octa-Core Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 4nm Mobile Platform with an Adreno 740 GPU.

It comes equipped with 8GB LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB (UFS 4.0) internal storage, expandable up to 1TB via a microSD card.

For photography enthusiasts, the Xperia 1 V boasts a sophisticated camera system: a 52MP primary rear camera with Exmor T sensor and Hybrid OIS/EIS, complemented by a 12MP ultra-wide-angle camera with ZEISS T* coating.

The front camera, capable of 4K video recording, is a 12MP sensor.

The device includes a 3.5 mm audio jack, supports 360 Reality Audio, Dolby Atmos, DSEE Ultimate, and has stereo recording capabilities.

For security, there’s a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

In terms of connectivity, it supports 5G (sub-6GHz), Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS/GLONASS, NFC, and USB 3.2 Type-C, providing a wide range of connectivity options.

The Xperia 1 V is powered by a 5000mAh battery, which supports 30W fast charging, Xperia Adaptive Charging, Qi Wireless charging, and a Battery Share function.

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