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Sony Ports Android M Preview to Some Xperia Phones

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Jun 22, 2015, 11:50 AM by Eric M. Zeman

Sony today made it possible for developers to test Android M on some of its Xperia-branded smartphones. Google released the Android M Developer Preview in May. According to Sony, devices listed as part of its Open Device program (read: unlocked) can install the preview. This is not a full operating system meant for consumers. The guide includes building an AOSP M Developer Preview and creating a test image for flashing into unlocked handsets. Doing so requires some know-how. Sony points out that the AOSP software will only work on devices with an unlocked boot loader, and it has a number of limitations, such as non-working modem and camera features. Some of the devices compatible with the Android M Developer Preview include the Xperia Z3/Z3 Compact, Z2, Z1, Z Ultra, T3, and T2 Ultra. Google does not plan to release a full version of Android M until the fall. Sony has committed to updating some of its handsets to Android M late in the year.

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