#sony xperia xa1 availability

After its price reveal last week, Sony finally announced the local release date of their newest mid-range contender -- The Xperia XA1 Plus. Sony has announced the Xperia 1 VIII, its latest flagship smartphone focused on photography, audio, and AI-powered camera features. Pricing and availability 12GB + 256GB – €1,499 / £1,399 16GB + 1TB – €1,999 / £1,849 Sony said pre-orders begin on May 13 in select markets. 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 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 Xperia XA1 Plus to be released locally on November 10" and "Sony unveils Xperia 1 VIII".