Why
Update?
Just like other Gadgets, such as,
computers or digital cameras, your Xperia™ smartphone or tablet has software
that will need updating. Updating is our way of bringing you, new bug fixes and
improvements in performance, speed and functionality for free. Software updates
generally improve stability and enhance the overall user experience of our
devices. You may not always directly notice what an update does to your device,
but the new software may prevent future problems.
Android Pc smartphone windows
When to
Update?
When a new software update is
available, an icon will appear in the status bar of your device, indicating
that it’s ready to download and install. You can also connect your device to a
computer using a USB cable to check for new software.
New software is released all the
time. However, the availability and scheduling of software updates will be
released at different points depending on model, market and network operator.
How to Update?
Directly on your device, over the air
You can update your software wirelessly, directly from your smartphone. Updates can be fairly large, so use a Wi-Fi® connection if you can. Please note that not all updates are available over the air. The Procedure is as below:
You can update your software wirelessly, directly from your smartphone. Updates can be fairly large, so use a Wi-Fi® connection if you can. Please note that not all updates are available over the air. The Procedure is as below:
I.
Select the Update Center
App and press search and wait for a moment. In few seconds you will be notified
about the availability of New Software Update if there is any.
II.
Once a notification about
new Software Update is give the next step is to download it to your smartphone.
III.
In the third and final
round, install the downloaded Software. Once you have finished installing, your
device will get shut down automatically which is important to complete the
process. After restart enjoy new application, speed and bug fixing.
(Note: As per my own experience, there is possibility that
you may not be able to update using your smartphone. If you face such a problem
don’t worry try to Update from your PC with internet by the following
procedure).
PC Companion
If you have PC, use the PC Companion (PC Companion is an application you'll be required to install on your computer) application to update your smartphone or tablet software. You will need a computer with an Internet connection and a USB cable. The procedure is as below:
If you have PC, use the PC Companion (PC Companion is an application you'll be required to install on your computer) application to update your smartphone or tablet software. You will need a computer with an Internet connection and a USB cable. The procedure is as below:
I.
Connect your smartphone to
window computer with cable.
II.
PC Companion will appear
automatically, select Software Update option. Wait for a moment then you will
get notified if there is any Update available for your device.
III.
Download the Software,
install it and then turn off your smartphone. Before turning on the device wait
for 5 seconds and unplug it from USB cable. Now press and hold –Vol Button and
connect your device with the cable. Hold the Vol Button until your device turns
on. If you followed all the steps as they were told to you then your device
will turn on automatically with the new Software successfully installed.
(Note:
If you have followed all the steps while updating
your software but still it was not updated. Don’t worry, turn off your
device
again and unplug it from the USB cable. Before turning on the device
wait for 5
seconds and unplug it from USB cable. Now press and hold –Vol Button and
connect your device with the cable. Hold the Vol Button until your
device turns
on. Hopefully, this time your smartphone will be updated if not try once
more. I went through the same problem and repeated these steps and then
new
Update was successfully installed).
Sony™ Bridge for Mac
If you have a Mac, use the Sony™ Bridge (Sony™ Bridge is an application you'll be required to install on your computer) for Mac application to update your smartphone or tablet software. You will need a computer with an Internet connection and a USB cable. The procedure is as below which is the same as for Window PC:
If you have a Mac, use the Sony™ Bridge (Sony™ Bridge is an application you'll be required to install on your computer) for Mac application to update your smartphone or tablet software. You will need a computer with an Internet connection and a USB cable. The procedure is as below which is the same as for Window PC:
I.
Connect your smartphone to
window computer with cable.
II.
PC Companion will appear
automatically, select Software Update option. Wait for a moment then you will
get notified if there is any Update available for your device.
III.
Download the Software,
install it and then turn off your smartphone. Before turning on the device wait
for 5 seconds and unplug it from USB cable. Now press and hold –Vol Button and
connect your device with the cable. Hold the Vol Button until your device turns
on. If you followed all the steps as they were told to you then your device
will turn on automatically with the new Software successfully installed.
(Note: If you have followed all the steps while updating
your software but still it was not updated. Don’t worry, turn off your device
again and unplug it from the USB cable. Before turning on the device wait for 5
seconds and unplug it from USB cable. Now press and hold –Vol Button and
connect your device with the cable. Hold the Vol Button until your device turns
on. Hopefully, this time your smartphone will be updated if not give one more
try. I went through the same problem and repeated these steps and then new
Update was successfully installed).
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