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Sony Xperia 5 IV Launched: 6.1-inch Display, 5,000mAh Battery, 12MP Triple Cameras, and More

Sudarshan Ravichandran — Thu, 01 Sep 2022 08:07:22 +0000

As scheduled, Sony unveiled the Xperia 5 IV today. The latest compact flagship smartphone from the Japanese electronics giant brings meaningful upgrades. The new model offers a larger battery, wireless charging support, and improved cameras. Let’s check out what all it has to offer.

Sony Xperia 5 IV Specifications

The Sony Xperia 5 IV is built around a 6.1-inch OLED display with 2520 x 1080 pixels (FHD+) resolution and up to a 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC paired with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage.

The phone boots Android 12. It features an IP68-rated body for dust and water resistance. Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protect the front and the back of the device.

The handset houses dual stereo speakers with support for Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, DSEE Ultimate, and 360 Reality Audio. There’s also a 3.5mm headphone jack and a MicroSD card slot.

Talking about cameras, there’s a triple camera system on the rear. All three sensors offer 12MP resolution. The primary shooter uses a 24mm equivalent 1/1.7″ lens, the ultra-wide has a 16mm equivalent 1/2.5″ lens, and the 2.5x telephoto snapper sports a 60mm equivalent 1/3.5″ lens.

All three cameras support 120fps readout, Real-time Eye AF, and Real-time tracking. The wide and telephoto modules also offer optical image stabilization (OIS). Finally, on the front, there is a 12MP sensor with a 24mm equivalent f/2.0 lens.

Last but not least, the Sony Xperia 5 IV is backed by a 5,000mAh battery. It carries support for 30W USB PD fast charging and Qi wireless charging. The device ships without a charger and a USB cable.

Sony Xperia 5 IV Price and Availability

The Sonu Xperia arrives in three color options, namely Green, Black, and Ecru White. However, it only comes in a single 8GB + 128GB memory configuration.

The smartphone is priced at €1,049 and $999 in Europe and the US, respectively. It will be first available in Europe starting mid-September, followed by the US in late October.

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How To Watch Sony Xperia 5 IV Launch Event Live

Jeet — Wed, 31 Aug 2022 04:27:08 +0000

Sony is all set to launch the Xperia 5 IV flagship smartphone at a launch event tomorrow, where the company is expected to officially unveil the compact flagship.

The launch event for the Xperia 5 IV will take place on 1st September at 03:00 AM Eastern Time or 12:30 PM IST. The event will also be live streamed by the company on its official YouTube channel.

You can watch the Sony Xperia 5 IV launch event live by clicking here or through the following embedded video.

Based on the leaks, the phone is expected to be a compact device as it has been teased by the company with the tagline “Be Creative. Go Compact.” In terms of design, it is likely to be similar to the Xperia 1 IV.

As for the specifications, the smartphone could feature a 6-inch display, offering an OLED panel and a 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, the device will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 processor. There’s also a possibility that instead, the phone may pack Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC.

The device is expected to have up to 12GB of RAM and up to 512GB of internal storage. In the camera department, there will be a triple-camera setup on the back, but details about the sensors remain unknown.

The phone will come with a dual stereo speaker, IP68 ratings for water and dust resistance, wireless charging support, and more. To know for sure what the device packs, we will have to wait for a few more hours for the official launch event.

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Upcoming Smartphones in September 2022: Apple, Motorola, Xiaomi, Huawei, and more

Sudarshan Ravichandran — Tue, 30 Aug 2022 15:37:50 +0000

The festive season is about to begin across the world. Hence, multiple smartphone launches are expected in the next couple of months.

As of writing this article, 7 different brands have already scheduled launch conferences in September. We may see the announcement of multiple phones at some of these events.

Apart from the confirmed launches, there are also several rumored releases. We have compiled all of them in one place.

Since the festive season is a revenue generator for firms, handsets of all varieties will go official in the coming days. We are looking forward to smartphones spanning across different categories and price segments.

With that out of the way, let’s take a look at all the smartphones that are either officially confirmed or expected to launch in September 2022.

Upcoming Smartphones in September 2022

Sony Xperia 5 IV

Sony has scheduled a phone launch for September 1 at IFA 2022. The company is expected to announce the Xperia 5 IV, the fourth generation of its compact flagship smartphone.

Sony Xperia 5 III

Not much is known about this device, except that it will arrive with an around 6-inch display, 3.5mm headphone jack, USB Type-C port, WiFi 6, and NFC with support for FeliCa.

We don’t have to wait longer to know everything about this phone as it will be the first to go official in September.

Poco M5 Series

The Poco M5 series has been confirmed to debut on September 5 in multiple markets. The lineup consists of two models, namely Poco M5 and Poco M5s.

Out of the two devices, the M5s will be a rebranded Redmi Note 10S with some tweaks. Whereas, the M5 will be a new handset powered by a MediaTek Helio G99 SoC.

We are looking forward to learning more about the duo in the coming days.

Redmi 11 Prime 5G

The Redmi 11 Prime 5G is heading to India on September 6. The device is nothing but a rebranded Redmi Note 11E. This phone also goes by Redmi 10 5G in Southeast Asia.

Redmi Note 11E

It comes with a 6.58-inch FHD+ 90Hz display (LCD), MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC, LPDDR4x RAM, UFS 2.2 storage, 50MP (wide) + 2MP (depth) dual-camera setup, 5MP selfie camera, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, MIUI, 5,000mAh battery, and 18W wired charging support.

Huawei Mate 50 Series

The Huawei Mate 50 series is set to fo go official on September 6 in China. A total of four phones are expected, such as Mate 50, Mate 50 Pro, Porsche Design Mate 50 RS, and Mate 50e.

Huawei Mate 40 Pro

The first three models are said to be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC. Whereas, the e-variant is tipped to house a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G chip. Either way, all of them will be limited to 4G connectivity.

Unlike earlier, leaks regarding Huawei products have become rare. Therefore, not much is known about the next-gen premium smartphones from the company.

Apple iPhone 14 Series

Apple has scheduled an event for September 7. The company is expected to debut four new iPhones, namely iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Max, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max.

iPhone 14 Pro | Source: Jon Prosser x Ian Zelbo

The new Max model is rumored to replace the Mini. Further, only Pro and Pro Max are said to bring more improvements, like redesigned notch (punch-hole and pill), A16 Bionic SoC, better ultra-wide camera, and 48MP main camera to name a few.

As Apple products are not known for accurate leaks, we will have to wait until the launch event to learn everything about these forthcoming smartphones.

Motorola Edge 30 Series

Motorola is teasing the launch of new Edge series smartphones on September 8 in multiple markets. Initially, only Edge 30 Ultra and Edge 30 Fusion were expected. Now, as per a new leak, this duo will be accompanied by Edge 30 Neo.

Motorola Edge 30 Ultra | Source: Roland Quandt

The Edge 30 Ultra and Edge 30 Fusion are nothing international variants of Moto X30 Pro and Moto S30 Pro sold in China. Whereas, the Edge 30 Neo will be a new handset.

Asus ROG Phone 6D Ultimate

The Asus ROG Phone 6D Ultimate is set to go official on September 19. As the name suggests, the handset is a variant of the ROG Phone 6 Ultimate.

Asus ROG Phone 6

According to leaks and teasers, the device will only differ in terms of the chipset. It will be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9000 Plus chip instead of a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 SoC.

Apart from the silicon, the ROG Phone 6D Ultimate will be likely the same as the ROG Phone 6 Ultimate.

Realme GT Neo 3T

The Realme GT Neo 3T was teased to launch in India in August. But now, it appears that the handset will be released in the region in September.

Realme GT Neo 3T

The device is a rebranded Realme Q5 Pro sold in China. It comes with a 6.62-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC, LPDDR5 RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, Android 12, 64MP main camera, 16MP selfie camera, 5,000mAh battery, and 80W fast wired charging support.

Oppo A17K, A57e, and A77s

The Oppo A17K is expected to release as a successor to Oppo A16K. Not much is known about the handset, except that it will be a 4G-only smartphone.

It may arrive with an HD+ display (LCD), MediaTek or UNISOC chipset, either a single or dual camera setup, and a large battery.

Further, the Oppo A57e is tipped to be a variant of the Oppo A57. It is said to cost ₹13,999 in India.

It is not known how it will differ from the original model. We can expect it to come with a large display, huge battery, single or dual camera system, and more.

Finally, the Oppo A77s is expected to be a variant of the Oppo A77. As of now, we only know two things about it.

The device will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery and it will carry support for 33W wired charging.

iQOO Z6 Lite 5G and iQOO Z6 Pro SE

The iQOO Z6 Lite 5G is tipped to be a tweaked version of Vivo T1x with support for 5G connectivity. It is said to go official in the second week of September in India.

iQOO Z6 Pro 5G

Whereas, nothing is known about the iQOO Z6 Pro SE. As per its name, it could be a lite variant of the regular iQOO Z6 Pro.

Samsung Galaxy A04s, Galaxy A04 Core, and Galaxy M04

A few days back, Samsung announced the Galaxy A04. This handset is now expected to be accompanied by two models in the series, namely Galaxy A04s and Galaxy A04 Core.

Samsung Galaxy A04

Going by their names, the Galaxy A04s model could be a better version of the vanilla Galaxy A04, while the Galaxy A04 Core will likely be a lite variant.

Lastly, Samsung is also said to debut Galaxy M04, which could be a rebranded Galaxy A04.

Xiaomi 12T Series

The Xiaomi 12T series in the news for a very long time. However, the company is yet to disclose the launch date. Going by its predecessors, the lineup will most likely go official in September.

Redmi K50 Ultra

According to reports, the Xiaomi 12T Pro will be a tweaked Redmi K50 Ultra with a 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HP1 primary camera. On the other hand, the vanilla Xiaomi 12T is rumored to come with a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Ultra SoC and a 108MP main camera.

Redmi A1 and Poco C50

The Redmi A1 will be an entry-level smartphone from Xiaomi. It is said to arrive with a MediaTek Helio A22 chipset and Android 12.

Redmi 10A

The device is also expected to launch as Poco C50 with cosmetic changes.

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Sony Xperia 5 IV Roundup: Specs, Design, & More

Sean — Mon, 29 Aug 2022 10:33:49 +0000

Sony was initially expected to launch the Xperia 5 IV with the Xperia 1 IV earlier this year, but that was not the case. However, the company had just recently teased the launch of its upcoming compact flagship grade smartphone, so let’s have a look at its possible specs, pricing, and more.

Design and Display

Based on what we know so far, the Japanese tech giant’s Xperia 5 IV will be a premium compact handset. Not much is known about its design, but the compact nature will likely imply a smaller chassis and display overall. Although, we can expect its design to be similar to its larger sibling the Xperia 1 IV. So, it will likely have a matte finish with a flat rear panel surrounded by metallic frame on the sides. This is also in line with the brand’s teaser that said “Be Creative. Go Compact.”

Xperia 1 IV

However, unlike the Xperia 1 IV’s 6.5 inch display panel, the Xperia 5 IV will have a smaller screen that will reportedly measure around 153.5mm diagonally, which is roughly about 6 inch. Since its a flagship model, the display is likely an OLED panel that offers 120Hz high refresh rate as well. Other design features may include a 3.5mm headphone jack and a USB Type C port for charging and data transfer.

Specifications

As of right now, not a lot of information is available regarding the finer details of Sony Xperia 5 IV’s internal hardware. But based on previous reports, the flagship model will most likely be equipped with Qualcomm’s latest and greatest, Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC. But, there is still a chance that the brand decides to ship the upcoming model with the older Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor as well.

This will probably be coupled with up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage like the Xperia 1 IV. Other features include, a triple camera setup, a dual stereo speaker, IP68 water and dust resistance, wireless charging support, and more.

Camera

Similar to the specifications, the cameras on the Xperia 5 IV is still shrouded in mystery. The recent teaser only shared that one can “shoot breathtaking portraits.” The Xperia 1 IV also housed a triple camera module on the rear, which consisted of three 12 megapixel sensors. This included the 24mm f/1.7 primary camera with a 1/1.7 inch sensor, a 16mm f/2.2 ultra wide angle lens, and an 85 to 125mm f/2.3 to f/2.8 telephoto zoom lens. Meanwhile, the front housed a 12 megapixel selfie camera. So, there’s a chance that Sony ships the new smartphone with the same if not similar camera specs as well.

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Sony teases its upcoming compact smartphone set to launch later this week

Jeet — Mon, 29 Aug 2022 01:33:28 +0000

Sony has already scheduled a launch event on 1st September where the company is expected to launch its flagship Xperia 5 IV. A teaser video from the company suggested that it might be a compact smartphone.

Now, the Japanese company has shared another teaser video for the upcoming smartphone titled “A New Xperia is coming…” and it adds, “Exciting news is coming from Sony.”

Sony Xperia 1 IV

In the video, Sony is talking about the new photography system and claims that the phone allows users to “shoot breathtaking portraits” and “share your song with the world” along with “live stream your winning moments” while playing video games.

It also says “Be Creative. Go Compact.” towards the end of the video, which confirms that the upcoming smartphone from Sony is a compact flagship. This is interesting given that there are almost no compact Android flagship smartphones available in the market.

While a compact smartphone is confirmed, it is not yet known if it’s the Xperia 5 IV or some other model. We’ll get to know for sure when the device gets launched later this week, which will also be live streamed by the company.

As per the rumors, the upcoming Sony Xperia 5 IV is expected to feature a 6.04-inch display and will be powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, which is powering almost all the flagship phones getting launched. It is also expected to retain the 3.5mm headphone jack and will have support for wireless charging.

Upcoming Smartphones: Sony Xperia 5 IV and more

Sudarshan Ravichandran — Fri, 26 Aug 2022 07:06:37 +0000

Just like this week, there won’t be many smartphone launches in the forthcoming one as well. We are only expecting two handsets. One of them will be announced for global markets, while the other one will be debuting exclusively in China.

The common aspect between these phones is limited availability. Though one of them will be a global product, it will be only available in a select few markets.

Further, both phones are unique in their own way. Let’s take a look at them one by one.

Upcoming Smartphones Next Week

Nzone 50 Pro

Nzone is a brand by China Mobile, which is China’s largest carrier. The phones under this brand are developed by Huawei.

Nzone 50 Pro

The upcoming Nzone 50 Pro will be the latest model. It will be announced at 2:08 PM CST on August 29.

Rumors say that the device will be based on Huawei Enjoy 50 Pro. However, unlike the original handset, this one may have support for 5G connectivity.

It is expected to come with a 6.7-inch FHD+ 90Hz display, 50MP triple camera system, 5,000mAh battery, 40W wired fast charging support, and more.

Sony Xperia 5 IV

Sony has scheduled to announce a new smartphone on September 1. The event will be live-streamed on YouTube from 9 AM CEST.

Sony Xperia 5 III

The Japanese company hasn’t disclosed anything about this handset. But as per rumors, it could be Sony Xperia 5 IV, which was allegedly spotted on FCC recently.

The latest compact flagship smartphone from Sony is expected to arrive with a 6-inch 120Hz OLED display, Snapdragon 8/8+ Gen 1 SoC, triple camera setup, dual stereo speakers, 3.5mm headphone jack, and IP68 rating for dust and water resistance.

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Sony Xperia 5 IV could launch at company’s September 1 event

Anurag — Thu, 25 Aug 2022 14:52:49 +0000

Earlier this year, Sony launched the flagship Xperia 1 IV. However, the company didn’t announce the anticipated Xperia 5 IV. Now, the Japanese conglomerate has scheduled a launch event on September 1 where it may finally launch the Sony Xperia 5 IV.

The event will take place on September 1 at 4 PM Japan time (3 AM EST). Moreover, it will be live-streamed on the official Sony Xperia YouTube channel, so interested folks can watch it from the comfort of their homes.

The company announced the Xperia event through a teaser posted on YouTube. Interestingly, Sony collaborated with artist Cat Burns who apparently shot and recorded her latest single “People Pleaser” on a new Xperia phone. However, she didn’t specify which Xperia Phone. We believe it’s the long-rumored Xperia 5 IV.

The teaser suggests that the upcoming Xperia smartphone will have a compact form factor. The device will likely have the same pocket-friendly design as other smartphones in the Xperia 5 series.

Sony Xperia 1 IV

A recent FCC listing suggested that the Xperia 5 IV’s display will measure 153.5mm diagonally (roughly 6-inch). Moreover, it is listed to come equipped with a 3.5mm headphone jack and a USB Type-C port.

The details about the device are still pretty short. It is expected to be powered by the latest Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Soc. But the possibility of an older Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor cannot be zeroed. In addition, it may feature a 120Hz OLED display, IP68 water resistance, a triple camera system, and dual stereo speakers.

The pricing and other details of the device are yet to be known. More details will definitely surface ahead of the launch. We’ll keep you posted.

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Alleged Sony Xperia 5 IV spotted on FCC with 6-inch display and more

Sudarshan Ravichandran — Tue, 23 Aug 2022 06:05:50 +0000

Sony is currently known for releasing three smartphones a year: Xperia 1, Xperia 10, and Xperia 5. The fourth generation (IV) of the former two models was announced a few months back. Now, as we are halfway through the year, the company may finally release the new iteration of the latter handset since it seems to have been certified by FCC.

Sony Xperia 5 III

An upcoming Sony smartphone has been spotted on FCC by Sumaho Digest (via NotebookCheck). This device is said to launch as Xperia 5 IV.

As per the listing, the phone’s display will measure 153.5mm diagonally, which roughly translates to 6-inch. Further, it will come equipped with a 3.5mm headphone jack and a USB Type-C port.

Further, the handset will offer WiFi 6 and NFC with support for FeliCa for the Japanese market. Interestingly, it will also carry support for wireless charging. For the unaware, its predecessors were limited to wired charging.

Unfortunately, that’s all the information we have on the Sony Xperia 5 IV for now. It is not known whether the device will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip or Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 SoC.

However, we can expect it to come with a 120Hz OLED display, IP68 water resistance, a triple camera system, and dual stereo speakers. The phone could be announced at the IFA trade show, which is scheduled for September 2 to 6.

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Sony Xperia 5 IV to come with TSMC made Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus SoC: Tipster

Sudhanshu — Mon, 21 Feb 2022 16:35:07 +0000

Sony launched the Xperia 5 III back in October 2021, which was made available for US customers last month. The device features the Snapdragon 888 SoC and comes with an impressive triple camera setup. Now, rumors are afloat that Sony is working on the next device in the Xperia 5 lineup dubbed the Xperia 5 IV, which will be a compact phone packing a mighty punch.

According to a Weibo tipster, the Sony Xperia 5 IV will come with a 6.1-inch display with Gorilla Glass Victus protection on the front and the back panel of the device. The main improvement Sony will offer in the device is said to be the upcoming Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus chipset which will be based on TSMC’s 4nm node rather than Samsung’s 4nm node. The current Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC’s which are currently quite notorious for their thermal performance are based on Samsung’s 4nm node.

Sony Xperia 5 III

The battery is also said to get a slight bump in capacity compared to the Xperia 5 III, which houses a 4500mAh battery. So, we can expect a 4700mAh battery from the upcoming device.

Not much will change in the camera department according to the leaks. The phone will sport the same triple camera setup on the rear as its predecessor, comprising of an in-house 12MP primary camera sensor (IMX557) with OIS, a 12MP IMX363 sensor for the ultra-wide camera, and a 12MP telephoto camera with the IMX663 sensor, OIS, and 3x optical zoom capability.

The tipster has also hinted at a 5,000 yuan ($789) price tag, which is considerably cheaper than the Sony Xperia 5 III which launched in China at 6,599 yuan ($1,041). All this information, however, remains unsubstantiated, so we advise our readers to take it with a pinch of salt and stay tuned for more notable developments on the matter.

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