Sony Xperia 5 V is now receiving the update to Android 14
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- Anonymous
- M5C
- 09 Jan 2024
Smallworld , 08 Jan 2024PSA: your phone is STILL secure even after it stops receivi... more> If you only download reputable apps from the Store and don't open weird links and download weird files, you're fine.
This is simply untrue. There have been a handful of zero-click exploits for popular messaging platforms and, in a few cases, using only the phone/chip manufacturers' apps and hardware. Manufacturers regularly fix firmware weaknesses that a malicious actor with physical access (via USB, Bluetooth, SIM card swap, etc.)
Android's Security Bulletins occasionally list critical vulnerabilities as well as multiple disclaimers:
"The most severe vulnerabilities in these sections could lead to remote escalation of privilege and/or code execution with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation."
"Exploitation for many issues on Android is made more difficult by enhancements in newer versions of the Android platform. We encourage all users to update to the latest version of Android where possible."
Once in a while, they post that an unpatched exploit is being actively used.
If I understand correctly, even installing the later Android versions using Sony's AOSP site---provided you're technical enough and have equipment to manage this---will degrade the functionality of some peripherals (camera, display, speakers) and potentially restrict which apps you can install e.g. those needing a high degree of device security.
Or Sony could just manage 4 to 7 years of updates like every other manufacturer not named ASUS...
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- Xperia user IE
- 6v0
- 09 Jan 2024
Just got the update, so far so good, all working without any flaws. Gotta say that in general I am a tad disappointed with the Xperia 5 IV - most annoying issue is that it tends to lose SIM card connection for no reason every once in a while (hopefully that's providers fault, might try to order a new SIM card). Also the main camera is so so, auto setting in general worse than competition, LED on the back pretty weak compared to my older phones. And the battery degraded 15% within a year of use despite me trying to be careful with charging
... Apart from that a nice phone
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- tomo100brt
- nyc
- 08 Jan 2024
Old news. XPERIA 5 V recieved Android 14 in December. Now mark IV series is Goring to receive it any day. Sony said it on X.
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- Anonymous
- yVI
- 08 Jan 2024
who buys these phones ?
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- Smallworld
- mhu
- 08 Jan 2024
PSA: your phone is STILL secure even after it stops receiving security updates!!!!!!
The main danger to your phone is downloading corrupted apps and files and security updates WON'T protect you against that.
If you only download reputable apps from the Store and don't open weird links and download weird files, you're fine.
As long as your apps are up to date, you're SAFE.
You guys need to stop believing that no security update = not safe anymore.
Even with an up to date phone, you can still catch viruses and adwares or get your info stolen.
Security updates ≠ antivirus
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- DGV
- 07 Jan 2024
Anonymous, 07 Jan 2024Man, that sucks for Android users. OS/security updates are ... moreLooks like Google hates security and privacy profit is the only thing that matters
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- nu
- DGV
- 07 Jan 2024
Anonymous, 07 Jan 2024Man, that sucks for Android users. OS/security updates are ... moreBut on iPhone Firefox the most secure is restricted to crappy WebKit apple must stop dictate
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- Anonymous
- Ib5
- 07 Jan 2024
Alpha, 07 Jan 2024No we will not buy Samsung..so the trolls can give upLol name a better brand. You can't do it.
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- Anonymous
- YYX
- 07 Jan 2024
Anonymous, 06 Jan 2024except that it can still be used... i want sony to push so... moreMan, that sucks for Android users. OS/security updates are a big reason why I’m an iPhone user now.
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- Wimpiedb
- mKA
- 07 Jan 2024
I've got it (android 14) on my phone for more than a month now, a happy Xperia 5 V User!!!
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- CargoJoe
- PT2
- 07 Jan 2024
Anonymous, 05 Jan 2024Imagine holding your phone in a crowded place and your phon... moreGuess you've never used an iPhone.
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- CargoJoe
- PT2
- 07 Jan 2024
Anonymous, 06 Jan 2024I was thinking about buying Sony Xperia 1 V but becuse upda... moreUnless you hold your phone for longer than 6 years it's not even that big of a deal. Pretty sure you'll change your phone in like a year or two.
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- Alpha
- 80i
- 07 Jan 2024
No we will not buy Samsung..so the trolls can give up
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- Anonymous
- 0Dv
- 07 Jan 2024
Each time there is a new Android, it just piss off old habit to in the end have the exact same use, what's even the point to upgrade? I can't even tell what are the novelties for the last 4 android updates except some UI change for the sake of changing things.
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- Qsilver
- fjT
- 07 Jan 2024
Sony has the potential to make the best phones. After all, the best selling phones have their camera sensors! It seems they do not have the right tech leadership. And their designs have been unappealing and backward for years - just look at those thick bezels.. This translates to poor sales.
I had a tiny Xperia phone about 10 years ago with a dedicated night mode which took such great night shots, even my S22 Ultra cannot do.
So they definitely have the tech, they need passionate leadership and the strategy to be a best selling brand.
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- Yolobs
- s8L
- 07 Jan 2024
Xperia 5 V is have led notification light ? I thought every sony phone has that feature !
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- Gipss
- FnF
- 07 Jan 2024
Anonymous, 06 Jan 2024except that it can still be used... i want sony to push so... moreThe best comments ever ! I think the same
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- uEy
- 06 Jan 2024
Anonymous, 06 Jan 2024Next week Any link for the confirmation on next week?
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- Akashi Seijuro
- t7T
- 06 Jan 2024
Anton el papi, 06 Jan 2024Greedy Japanese! What other. Will they remove it from the... moreYou're barking at the wrong tree, buddy. Guess who makes premium flagship devices that don't have microSD card slot and 3.5mm audio jack?? Definitely not this "greedy" Japanese brand. 😉
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- Anonymous
- 8Np
- 06 Jan 2024
Anton el papi, 06 Jan 2024Greedy Japanese! What other. Will they remove it from the... moreAt least Europe gets cheaper xperia compared to Japan.
Unlike certain brands that increase price by 60-120% for Europe compared to their home market