Sony Mobile Updates Select Xperia Models to Android Jelly Bean 4.3

Sony Mobile has announced in a new blog post that selected 2012-13 era Xperia Android smartphones will be updated to Android 4.3, with the Xperia T, Xperia TX, Xperia V, and Xperia SP all receiving the update soon. According to Sony, the following improvements will be made:

• Google’s Android 4.3; Jelly Bean as standard – bringing Project Butter performance & UI response optimisation and a smoother graphical experience

• We’re also uplifting Sony’s entire native app portfolio to the latest versions – bringing tweaked / improved / current experiences for (to name but a few):  Messaging, Smart Connect, Small apps, TrackID, Sony Select and

• Sony’s Media apps: WALKMAN, Album and Movies, with Sony Entertainment Network cloud service integration* – a more converged and full Sony entertainment experience – Sony Entertainment Network & PlayMemories integration with a more intuitive UI, offering seamless access to both local and cloud conten

• The launch of our unique custom interface experience: “Xperia Themes”, with downloadable UI packs from Sony Select – more on this soon…

• The latest Android security enhancements, matched with Sony’s mobile enterprise solution: Xperia in Business

• Battery STAMINA Mode – updated version of Sony’s power management app, now with a refreshed interface and more smart options for prolonging battery life