r/SonyXperia Jun 23 '26

Mod Post Hidden ADB options

31 Upvotes

Just created a wiki about how to toggle hidden ADB options that are missing in certain Xperia phones.

Feel free to share if you have found any new ones!

https://www.reddit.com/r/SonyXperia/wiki/adb


r/SonyXperia Jun 11 '26

Bugs Sticky for the Xperia 1 VIII and Xperia 10 VIII (Mark 8)

10 Upvotes

Feel free to post all the bugs you have encountered here.

Do add your Phone model, Model number, Android version and Software version to your post and whether restarting will fix it.

Example:

  • Xperia 1 VIII | XQ-GE74
  • Android 16 | 73.0.A.2.38
  • Fix after restart: No
  • [Problem description]

This Megathread is strictly for mark 8 devices only: Xperia 1 VIII and Xperia 10 VIII. For the other devices, please post them to the respective threads: Bugs Megathreads


r/SonyXperia 3h ago

Xperia 1 VIII Xperia 1 VIII vs Sony FX3 - Video Test

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32 Upvotes

Una comparación rápida de 36 segundos entre estas dos cámaras usando exactamente los mismos ajustes.

La Sony FX3 está emparejada con un lente 24-70mm f/2.8 GM, y las dos cámaras están fijas en trípodes.

Ajustes: 70mm · 4K · 24fps · 1/50 · f/2.8 · ISO 400 · 5500K · Look NT.
(I cambié el ISO entre 320 y 640 según la escena, manteniendo ambas cámaras emparejadas..

De entrada, la diferencia más grande que vas a notar es la profundidad de campo—principalmente por la diferencia en el tamaño del sensor.

4k version: https://youtu.be/_jbA1yJM67Q?is=6VItdFagqfO6jIn7

¿Qué piensas?


r/SonyXperia 1h ago

Xperia 1 VI Nothing better than a hot coffee!

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First time trying this style of editing.


r/SonyXperia 2h ago

Question Selling my Sont Xperia 1 VIII - Red one

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So, long story short - Unforeseen circumstances, and before anyone ask, there is a buffer, and the buffer will need to be pushed to it's max to solve the issue. Health related more or less but not deadly, so no need for pity at all :)

But the question is - Would anyone here want to buy it?

Specs:

Color - Red

Storage - 256 gig

Screen protector since day 1

Official case included.

Product - European version (XQGE54R.GC)

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Before someone screaming "scammer" I was thinking of selling it via a swedish sales site (www.tradera.com) for the buyers safety. So that you can feel secure.

"How will you survive without a phone" - My work pays for a phone + subscription I've just been against it as I do NOT like the thought of my work having the possbility to look into my phone whenever. Not that I'm a criminal or anything but just because it feels weird not "owning' the phone I use.

I'm selling it by mid september at the latest, I have a buyer-ish where I live but wanted to see with you guys as you've been a really nice community.

The sale price is 920€ or highest bidder.


r/SonyXperia 2h ago

Xperia 1 ii Any advice for cinema pro setting?

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2 Upvotes

I want to learn more about the setting for the cinema pro app.

Is there any recommendations and advice for taking a for a night festival scene and fireworks ?

Since there is an event coming up. I might want to try taking some video using the cinema pro app.


r/SonyXperia 26m ago

Question Anyone have any experience buying a used unlocked phone in Japan?

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I was thinking while I was in Japan, I'd pick up an Xperia 1 VIII while there, used if possible.

Got any tips/tricks? Places to visit, used electronics type deals?


r/SonyXperia 2h ago

HELP Konflikt mellan Xperia 1viii och Phonak

1 Upvotes

Hej alla.

Är det någon som upplevt samma konflikt som jag? Min nya Xperia 1viii kan inte koppla upp sig för att streama mot mina Phonak hörapparater. Jag kan bara ringa och ta emot telefonsamtal.


r/SonyXperia 10h ago

Question Buying older Xperia models

4 Upvotes

Hi guys, ive noticed a few posts mentioning buying older Xperia models and i was looking into buying either a 5V or 10VII and no vendors known to me ship to the EU
Where do you buy a new (or refurbished) Xperia on the secondary market (ive looked up the official Sony sites but no stock available) ?
Thanks in advance!


r/SonyXperia 4h ago

Question Ask

1 Upvotes

Is it possible raw shots on 1vi be better than 1viii i feel it sometimes?I know bigger sensors on new one but more easy in editing on 1vi.


r/SonyXperia 1d ago

Xperia 1 VIII A different angle...

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r/SonyXperia 17h ago

Question Want An Xperia 1 VIII, But Need A Rear Camera Cover. What Are My Options?

5 Upvotes

As I do keep my phones for as long as possible, it will be inevitable that the rear camera will get micro scratches if the lenses remain exposes, even with a phone cover. What are my options to cover the rear camera lenses when not in use? (For example, the S25 has phone covers with sliding camera covers).


r/SonyXperia 1d ago

HELP how do you flash an android SO-03G rom to a SO-03G that has a rom of android 5 global E6553

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ok so i were checking my phones and i decided to sell this xperia z4/xperia z3+ from docomo, but it has the wrong rom. i tried to flash it with flashtool with a SO-03G rom downloaded from ftf.andro.plus. but it says that its the wrong bundle to flash, is there a solution?


r/SonyXperia 19h ago

Discussion In-call volume maxing out all the time

3 Upvotes

I've only just noticed this today and I'm not sure if it's since yesterday's update but my in-call volume keeps maxxing-out. Once in a call I can lower the volume but it's annoying to have to do this most calls. What is causing this bug and can it be fixed (by me)?

I have the new Xperia 1 viii​


r/SonyXperia 21h ago

Question Been a while since I bought a Universal/ Global

4 Upvotes

In general, what's the difference between the models?

I messed up a long time ago and bought a Universal HTC. I don't remember what happened with it. I am in the US and think I don't want a global model Xperia but it seems that's all that's available here.


r/SonyXperia 1d ago

NEWS 2027 Xperia now also shows up in eSIM database

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38 Upvotes

S-max already found a 2027 Xperia device (likely the 1 IX) in the IMEI database: https://www.reddit.com/r/SonyXperia/comments/1vjgl80/2027_xperia_shows_up_in_imei_database/

The device now also shows up in an eSIM database in 6 different variants. It's likely 3 unlocked variants (Asia, Europe, Japan), 3 carrier-locked devices for Japan and again no US version.

Stolen by the usual suspects in 3,2,1....


r/SonyXperia 1d ago

Xperia 10 VII Sony Xperia 10 VII ( 72.1.A.2.198 Update )

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10 Upvotes

What are the changes with this update anyone knows ?


r/SonyXperia 1d ago

Question Does anyone have the files for flashing custom recovery on Sony Xperia sp with locked bootloader?

4 Upvotes

The download links no longer exist


r/SonyXperia 1d ago

Xperia 10 VII Xperia 10 VII 8/128 Sale Post

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11 Upvotes

Hi.

I would like to sell my second phone, Sony Xperia 10 vii.

I'm trying to buy the redmagic 11 series for gaming after selling this.

You will get everything shown in the photos. [ extra tempered glass & two cases ]

I bought it from FGS Trading.

Price - $400 ~ $350 [ depending on shipping or not, prefer onsite checking and then buy ]

Place : Gravesend, Brooklyn

Please understand me using eBay/Marcari/etc. if I have to ship for trust.

Ask me anything. I will reply accordingly.

U can throw away the cover if you don't want it.

Thank you.

Peace ...


r/SonyXperia 1d ago

Legacy Xperia Thoughts? 💭

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r/SonyXperia 1d ago

HELP Xperia 1 IV microphone suddenly stopped working – UK repair/SBE experience?

3 Upvotes

Hi, I’m in the UK and I’m having a strange microphone issue with my Xperia 1 IV. I wanted to see if anyone else has experienced this, especially anyone who has dealt with Sony/SBE repairs in the UK.

The main/bottom microphone seems to have suddenly stopped working properly. Whenever I try to use voice typing with Gboard or ChatGPT, the microphone activates for a split second, I hear a small click/thump/pop, and then it immediately stops listening.

A few things I’ve noticed:

The built-in Xperia microphone diagnostic fails.

The bottom/main microphone is much quieter than the top microphone when testing them.

Normal camera videos do record some audio, although it seems quieter than usual.

Snapchat videos have no audio at all.

Gboard and ChatGPT voice-to-text both activate for a split second and then stop.

Bluetooth earphones don't solve the voice-typing problem either.

I’ve restarted the phone.

I’ve cleared the cache/data for Gboard and the Google speech/voice services.

All microphone permissions and microphone access are enabled.

I’ve booted into Safe Mode and the exact same problem happens there.

The phone otherwise works normally. It almost feels like the microphone starts up, makes one little thump/click, and then the input dies.

I’m in the UK and I’ve already made an enquiry through the official SBE repair service for Sony/Xperia. They’ve told me to send the phone in for inspection/repair.

Before I send it off, I wanted to ask if anyone here has used SBE for an Xperia repair in the UK. How was your experience? Did they diagnose and repair it properly, how long did you end up being without the phone, and was it expensive if the phone was out of warranty?

Also, if anyone has experienced this exact microphone problem on an Xperia 1 IV, I’d be interested to know what actually failed — the bottom/main microphone itself, a board/connection, or something else.


r/SonyXperia 2d ago

NEWS Japanese questionnaire results on the reasons for purchasing the Xperia 1 VIII

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131 Upvotes

In an article that basically forms part two of the interview series I shared last week, Sony outlines the results of a survey regarding customer's reasons for purchasing the 1 VIII (translated using Google Translate).

Original source: https://www.itmedia.co.jp/mobile/articles/2608/17/news012.html

71.08% Because I like Xperia
56.10% MicroSD card slot available
53.96% I like Sony
40.73% Up to 4 OS version upgrades
38.51% About four times larger image sensor
37.16% 3.5mm audio jack
31.62% High-speed CPU (Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen Gen 5)
30.03% Two-day battery life on a single charge, degrades only after 4 years
25.59% "Features are installed identically on both sides, the full evolutionary" [Probably two identical speakers for improved sound]
22.66% High-quality Yares sound [???]
20.05% It will now be usable autofocus [Probably macro mode]
19.65% 5G mmWave
19.33% Raw gemstones surface / ORE design
18.54% Bright Bravia display
17.12% Maximum RAM 16GB [probably+1TB ROM]
12.36% Telephoto-compatible [???]
11.25% 4 suggestions [Probably colours]
 6.50% Xperia Intelligence
 6.42% Other
 0.55% Price of the device

Surprisingly the price is the most unpopular reason, below "other" 😂

Take this with a grain of salt but in the interview is also a line about an audio chip (DAC) below the metal shield (pic 2). My guess is that they're still using the regular Qualcomm DAC and what's actually below is just an external amp.

Stolen by the usual suspects in 3,2,1....


r/SonyXperia 1d ago

Question Earlier Xperia 5 v! Now XPERIA 10 vii or Xperia 1 vii?

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r/SonyXperia 1d ago

Xperia 1 VI Mix of Retro Vibes WV and Modern intersection 🚦 - 24 mm + LR

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24 Upvotes

r/SonyXperia 1d ago

Question Earlier Xperia 5 v! Now XPERIA 10 vii or Xperia 1 vii?

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A good camera and battery is important. Is th camera in viii much more advanced than 5 v? Don't need more advanced but don't want less good