Sony quietly killed a key 5G workaround for Xperia phones

Owners of imported Sony Xperia phones in several markets have lost 5G connectivity after a June 2026 firmware update. A previously working workaround no longer enables 5G, and Sony has not yet commented on the issue.

• Issue affects imported Xperia phones in unsupported markets
• Reports trace back to the June 2026 firmware update
• Google has previously blocked 5G in unsupported markets
• Sony has been asked for comment but has not responded