Sony has made the Xperia bootloader unlocking tool much easier to use

Sony made an announcement that should get developers and modders hearts a-thumping. Not only has it given its Unlock Boot Loader service web page a much needed facelift, making it easer for even beginners to go through the process, it has also finally added its latest Xperia devices to the roster of supported devices. While majority of Android users will probably never mess around with their smartphones beyond installing apps and services, there is quite a number who will try to squeeze out as much as they can from a device by unlocking its full potential. For these class of power users, the journey mostly begins with unlocking the bootloader, which then enables them to install recoveries which, in turn, will let them flash firmware and apps to their heart’s content. Of all major Android device partners, Sony has the distinction of actually providing an official way to unlock users’ devices. To be fair, Motorola does have one as well, but its list of supported devices pales in comparison with Sony’s. To put it in another way, Sony’s devices are potentially more developer friendly than other leading brands.