Sony is releasing a new smartphone in Japan with the new Xperia 8 Lite equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 630. Sony has announced the Xperia 1 VIII, its latest flagship smartphone focused on photography, audio, and AI-powered camera features. The Xperia 1 VIII comes in Graphite Black, Iolite Silver, Garnet Red, and Native Gold color options. Sony has confirmed that it will launch the Xperia 1 VIII on May 13 at 11:00 AM JST. 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 Aside from the iPhone 3G, the Sony Ericsson XPeria X1 is probably one of the most highly anticipated smartphone for the year 2008. Aside from the usual Windows Mobile navigation and interface, Sony Ericsson added an XPeria Panel UI to easily launch applications or features from the front screen. Got first dibs on the new Sony-Ericsson Xperia X1 and I took tons of shots to share. Read more in our articles including "Sony Xperia 8 Lite launches in Japan" and "Sony unveils Xperia 1 VIII".
Sony is releasing a new smartphone in Japan with the new Xperia 8 Lite equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 630. Sony has announced the Xperia 1 VIII, its latest flagship smartphone focused on photography, audio, and AI-powered camera features.
The Xperia 1 VIII comes in Graphite Black, Iolite Silver, Garnet Red, and Native Gold color options. Sony has confirmed that it will launch the Xperia 1 VIII on May 13 at 11:00 AM JST. 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
Our coverage of Sony Xperia 8 Lite price includes: "Sony Xperia 8 Lite launches in Japan"; "Sony unveils Xperia 1 VIII"; "Sony confirms Xperia 1 VIII launch date". Each article provides unique insights and information.