Computer tools
There are a number of tools available to help you connect your device to a computer and manage content such as contacts, movies, music and photos.
PC Companion for Microsoft® Windows®
PC Companion is a computer application that gives you access to additional features and services which help you to:
- Transfer contacts, music, video and pictures to and from your old device.
- Transfer content from your old iPhone™, Blackberry™, Android™ or Sony device using Xperia™ Transfer.
- Update your device software.
- Back up content on your computer.
- Sync calendars between a computer and your device.
To use the PC Companion application, you need an Internet-connected computer running one of the following operating systems:
- Microsoft® Windows® 10
- Microsoft® Windows® 8.1
- Microsoft® Windows® 7
- Microsoft® Windows Vista®
- Microsoft® Windows® XP (Service Pack 3 or higher)
Media Go™ for Microsoft® Windows®
The Media Go™ application for Windows® computers helps you transfer photos, videos and music between your device and a computer. You can install and access Media Go™ from within the PC Companion application. Learn more and download the Media Go™ application.
To use the Media Go™ application, you need one of these operating systems:
- Microsoft® Windows® 10
- Microsoft® Windows® 8 / 8.1
- Microsoft® Windows® 7
- Microsoft® Windows Vista®
Sony Bridge for Mac
Sony Bridge for Mac is a computer application that gives you access to additional features and services which help you to:
- Transfer contacts, music, video and pictures to and from your old device.
- Transfer content from your old iPhone™, Blackberry™, Android™ or Sony device using Xperia™ Transfer.
- Update your device software.
- Transfer media files between your device and an Apple® Mac® computer.
- Back up content on an Apple® Mac® computer.
To use the Sony Bridge for Mac application, you must have an Internet-connected Apple® Mac® computer that runs Mac OS version 10.6 or later. Learn more and download Sony Bridge for Mac.
