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Sony launches Xperia 10 VIII with minimal upgrades and a significant price increase
Key points
- Xperia 10 VIII launched with similar specs to Xperia 10 VII.
- Display is 50% brighter; speakers are 15% louder.
- Price increased by £150 in the UK to £549.
- Available in September in Frozen White, Frosted Grey, and Misty Lilac.
New Midrange Release
Sony has introduced the Xperia 10 VIII, its latest midrange Android smartphone, for markets outside the United States. This device follows the Xperia 10 VII and maintains a similar specification sheet.
Limited Hardware Changes
The Xperia 10 VIII retains a 6.1-inch 2340 x 1080 OLED display, with the primary improvement being a 50 percent increase in brightness. It uses the same Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 processor, 8GB of RAM, and a 5,000mAh battery as its predecessor. The default storage capacity is 128GB.
The camera system remains unchanged, featuring a 50MP f/1.9 main camera, a 13MP ultrawide lens, and an 8MP front camera.
Minor Feature Additions
New features include 15 percent louder speakers and quick access to digital payment tools via a double tap of the power button. The phone also introduces a "translucent" rear panel design and is available in Frozen White, Frosted Grey, and Misty Lilac colors.
Significant Price Increase
The Xperia 10 VIII is priced at £549 in the UK, which is £150 more expensive than the Xperia 10 VII's launch price. The device is scheduled for availability in September.
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Sony has released the Xperia 10 VIII, a midrange Android phone for markets outside the US, which features few specification upgrades compared to its predecessor, the Xperia 10 VII. The new model carries a substantially higher price tag, costing £150 more in the UK than the previous version.