Sony is set to unveil its latest gen flagship smartphone, the Xperia 1 VI, soon. This device is a flagship grade model that aims to offer a peak photography experience via cutting-edge camera hardware on smartphones. So here are all of its expected features and more.
1. Sony Xperia 1 VI: LYTIA cameras all the way
Since Sony Xpera’s are known for their camera prowess, let’s talk about the image sensors first. A recent leak confirmed that all three cameras on the rear of the Sony Xperia 1 VI will be LYTIA sensors. The main camera is a 48-megapixel YT800 sensor (24mm, 1/1.4-inch), along with a 50-megapixel LYT600 ultra wide angle lens (16mm, 1/1.2-inch), and a 50-megapixel LYT500 telephoto shooter (85-170mm or 7x zoom, 1/2.9-inch).
These are notable upgrades over its predecessors since the resolution of the ultra wide and telephoto is now 50-megapixel. This is up from the last gen model’s 12-megapixel sensors. The camera is expected to also offer Zeiss T* coating. Its primary camera is rumored to feature “Exmor T for mobile”, which is likely based on the LYT800 sensor.
2. Specs: Chip, Battery, & More
Under the hood, the Xperia 1 VI will likely be equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. A large 5,000mAh battery pack is expected to power this device, which would support fast charging as well. One notable aspect Sony is focusing on is the audio department. Not only do you get a 3.5mm headphone jack but the upcoming device may even offer Hi-Res Audio, Hi-Res wireless, 360 Reality Audio, LDAC, and DSEE Ultimate.
To improve outdoor camera performance, the Xperia 1 VI is slated to house a dedicated vapor chamber to help maintain performance for extended periods of use. This would help keep thermals in check of the flagship grade hardware too.
3. Design & Display
For the display, the Xperia 1 VI is expected to sport an OLED panel that offers a 19.5:9 aspect ratio. Based on what we know so far, the screen is 1.5x brighter than the Xperia 1 V. The new device may offer 2K resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and BRAVIA HDR technology as well as a 240Hz touch sampling rate.
The same report also revealed more details regarding the design of the new high-end phone. Apparently, Sony is bringing a frosted texture glass panel that has fine slits on the sides to allow for better grip. Color options may include a black and a platinum silver variant.
4. Cheaper than the last one?
A recent rumor pointed at the Sony Xperia 1 VI being slightly more affordable than the Xperia 1 V. Leaked code points at the device possibly costing 39,990 New Taiwan Dollars or around 1,227 US Dollars. This is about 5 percent cheaper than its predecessor, which was priced at 41,990 New Taiwan Dollars on launch. The Xperia 1 V launched in the US For 1,399 US Dollars.
So the newer model might be cheaper than the last by over 100 US Dollars. Leaks had claimed that Sony could offer Xperia 1 VI owners with one year of free Sony Pictures movie streaming along with access to up to five Sony movie titles remastered with IMAX video and DTS sound. The brand will be unveiling the Xperia 1 VI on May 15, so stick around for more as we will be covering the launch.
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