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Sony just announced that the Sony Xperia XZ Premium is starting to receive Android 8 Oreo. This is great news for users of the device, as this was not expected to happen until December. In this way, if you are the owner of this model, you could find yourself in the next few hours with a notice informing you that you already have the new version available. Its release is being staggered, so don't worry if it takes a few days or weeks to see it. You already know that you can also check it from the settings section, about the device, software updates.
As the company itself reports on its corporate blog, Android 8 is going to introduce some important functions to the Xperia XZ Premium. One of the most prominent is called 3D Creator. This tool will allow us to scan our face or any other object to create an avatar or a 3D image with the camera. It will even give us the possibility of 3D printing the created image if the necessary hardware is available. The photographic section will really benefit from the update. It has also been reported that burst mode can be used with autofocus for better shots. Also, the sensor will start taking pictures when it detects a smile, even before the shutter button is pressed.
The front speakers will also really benefit from this update. There is talk of sound enhancements with one important addition: aptX HD audio support to enhance the experience when using compatible wireless headphones. Other software features, such as application shortcuts, will also come to the Sony Xperia XZ Premium when updating to Android 8. To all this must be added the additions that were announced at the time and that will also be present in this Xperia.
What to do before updating
If you have a Sony Xperia XZ Premium in your possession you should take into account a number of things before updating. These are important key steps that will allow you to enjoy a clean and smooth update. First of all, don't forget to make a backup of all the data you have stored on your phone. Also make sure that the device has more than half the battery at the time of the update. Also try to be connected to a reliable, stable and fast WiFi network when downloading Android 8. Avoid public WiFis and your own data connection. Of course, never turn off or touch the terminal while the update is in progress.
Sony has announced that Android 8 Oreo is coming to the Xperia XZ Premium right now. Therefore, we think that it is a matter of hours or days before you receive a pop-up message on the device screen advising you of the availability. It was a surprise that was not expected, since the update, as we say, was scheduled for next December.
Sony phones that will update to Oreo
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is not the only Sony model that is going to enjoy the advantages of Android 8. It is planned that the company will also update the Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra, the Xperia X, the Xperia XZ or the Xperia L1 to this version. . For now, it is unknown when they will do it, but it could happen at any time, as has happened with this Xperia XZ Premium. We will inform you as soon as we have new news.
