#Sony-Ericsson Xperia X2

We also got more hands-on time with the Sony-Ericsson Xperia X2 during the Windows Phone press gathering today. Sony-Ericsson Philippines is doing a promo so you can get the unit for just Php28,500 if you reserve it before the release date (see details here). Sony has confirmed that it will launch the Xperia 1 VIII on May 13 at 11:00 AM JST. Reports suggest the Xperia 1 VIII will feature a redesigned body with a square camera module. Expected Sony Xperia 1 VIII specs Expected redesigned body Square camera module Expected rear cameras: 16mm ultrawide 24mm wide-angle New telephoto sensor Expected two-day battery life Launch date: May 13, 2026 Sony’s Xperia 1 VIII has surfaced in an eSIM database, hinting that the next-generation flagship is already in testing. Despite Sony’s quieter smartphone strategy in recent years, the Xperia 1 VIII seems ready to continue the brand’s legacy of creator-focused, camera-first Android flagships. While details on design and cameras remain scarce, Sony is expected to debut the Xperia 1 VIII in mid-2026, roughly following the Xperia 1 VII’s June release schedule. Read more in our articles including "Sony-Ericsson Xperia X2 Price: Php29,500" and "Sony confirms Xperia 1 VIII launch date".