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Android 16 Reportedly Reaches Sony Xperia 1 VII in Europe

Early users describe a modest EU build without a published changelog, with the security patch still set to August 2025.

Overview

  • The firmware shown in user screenshots is version 71.1.A.2.68 for the XQ-FS54 EU model.
  • The download size is about 1.13GB according to the reports shared on Reddit.
  • Multiple users say the software looks much like Android 15, noting a redesigned Settings app as the main visible change.
  • Sony has not issued release notes or a wider rollout plan, leaving features and global availability unconfirmed.
  • The update aligns with Sony’s pledge of four Android OS upgrades and six years of security updates for the Xperia 1 VII.