Sony, the Japanese tech giant, could be planning a major shift in its smartphone strategy. Multiple reports from Chinese media sources indicate the company might be considering an exit from the competitive Chinese smartphone market. 

According to a report by mydrivers, Sony won’t release its next Xperia smartphone in China, and its mobile division might completely pull out of the mainland China market. 

The exact reason for this move isn’t clear yet, but it could be because Sony’s smartphones have struggled to gain much market share in China.

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Sony’s journey in China’s smartphone market began with its acquisition of Ericsson’s stake over a decade ago. While it was initially successful, Sony has had a hard time keeping up with the competition. As a result, Sony now holds only a small portion of the Chinese smartphone market.

While disappointing, a withdrawal from China would not end Sony’s presence within the mobile industry. Sony’s expertise in smartphone camera sensors space will still keep it a major player in the market. 

However, do note that Sony has yet to officially confirm or deny the reports. Until then, any changes regarding the availability of Sony phones in China remain speculative.

Upcoming Sony Xperia smartphones

As for upcoming Sony Xperia smartphones, there are rumors about the Xperia 1 VI and 5 VI.

A previous report suggests that Sony is planning to include the world’s first in-camera digital signature technology in its next-generation Xperia phones. 

This feature would let users digitally sign photos right into the camera, ensuring their authenticity and preventing tampering.

Another report from January gave possible camera specs for the Xperia 1 VI, mentioning 48MP sensors for all three lenses. 

However, we don’t have any details about when or where these devices will be launched.

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