MUMBAI: Enabling Xperia users to enjoy new advanced applications, Sony is all set to enhance its Xperia P smartphones with an upgraded version of 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. Sony India has confirmed the much awaited roll out of ICS update in the fourth week of August.

According to Sony, the update will bring in new improved applications including Sony’s Walkman, albums and movies among others. Sony posted on its official facebook page, “You're going to love this! ICS Upgrade for Xperia P will be here between 19– 25 Aug ’12!!” The update will be made available to users over-the-air (OTA).

Sony Xperia P was launched along with the Xperia Sola and Xperia U in May 2012. The Xperia P handset features   4-inch display, dual-core Cortex A9 1GHz processor with 1GB of RAM, 16GB built-in storage, no expandable storage and Sony’s Timescape UI. The Xperia P also includes 8MP rear snapper with the ability to shoot video in 1080p along with a front facing camera for video chatting. The device also supports a micro SIM card and bears a 1,305mAh battery. The handset is available at Rs. 24999 in the Indian market.