Marking a unique evolution in Xperia’s engineering and design, Sony Mobile Communications has just unveiled the launch of two flagship devices:
Xperia™ XZ2, the most immersive entertainment device to captive your senses
- Extended 5.7” HDR Full HD+ display, powerful stereo speakers, plus a brand new Dynamic Vibration System that brings your content to life.
- Motion Eye™ camera now has world’s 1st 4K HDR Movie recording in a smartphone and Full HD 960FPS Super slow motion
Xperia™ XZ2 Compact, the world’s most compact 5” smartphone.
Both phones will be available in Singapore from April onwards.
Captivating your senses with immersive entertainment,
the new flagship Xperia range takes smartphone entertainment to
the extreme in a revamped design
the new flagship Xperia range takes smartphone entertainment to
the extreme in a revamped design
- Xperia XZ2 is the most immersive entertainment device
to captivate your senses with extended 5.7” HDR Full HD+ display, powerful
stereo speakers, plus a brand new Dynamic Vibration System that brings your
content to life. Motion Eye™ camera now has world’s 1st 4K HDR Movie
recording in a smartphonei and Full HD 960FPS Super slow motion - The world’s most compact 5” smartphoneii,
XZ2 Compact offers premium performance with extended 5” HDR Full HD+ display,
the latest Motion Eye™ camera experience and Sony’s advanced AV technologies to
maximise your entertainment in the palm of your hand - Both smartphones feature Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 845
Mobile Platform designed to deliver superior experiences and performance with
Gigabit LTE download speeds to satisfy the most demanding technology
enthusiasts - Brand new dual camera technology innovation with
ultra-high sensitivity displayed at MWC
MWC, 26th
February 2018 – Marking a unique evolution in Xperia’s engineering and design, Sony
Mobile Communications (“Sony Mobile”) today announced two new smartphones to
headline its flagship range, Xperia XZ2 and Xperia XZ2 Compact. Built
around the concept of bringing you the most immersive entertainment experiences
yet – both models provide huge advancements in camera, display and audio
technology as well as a beautiful new design to fit perfectly in your
hand.
February 2018 – Marking a unique evolution in Xperia’s engineering and design, Sony
Mobile Communications (“Sony Mobile”) today announced two new smartphones to
headline its flagship range, Xperia XZ2 and Xperia XZ2 Compact. Built
around the concept of bringing you the most immersive entertainment experiences
yet – both models provide huge advancements in camera, display and audio
technology as well as a beautiful new design to fit perfectly in your
hand.
“If entertainment is your priority, then our new Xperia XZ2
and XZ2 Compact are your smartphones”, said Hideyuki Furumi, Executive Vice
President, Global Sales and Marketing, Sony Mobile Communications, “From what’s
inside — world-class technology, to a new sleek, sophisticated design, these
smartphones are everything you need and probably a lot more. We have pushed Sony’s
boundaries even further with our new products for movie recording, viewing, and
music listening – offering entertainment to the extreme.”
and XZ2 Compact are your smartphones”, said Hideyuki Furumi, Executive Vice
President, Global Sales and Marketing, Sony Mobile Communications, “From what’s
inside — world-class technology, to a new sleek, sophisticated design, these
smartphones are everything you need and probably a lot more. We have pushed Sony’s
boundaries even further with our new products for movie recording, viewing, and
music listening – offering entertainment to the extreme.”
Xperia XZ2 Entertainment to the Extreme
Pushing your viewing experience to the extreme, our
flagship Xperia XZ2 has an extended 5.7” HDR Full HD+ 18:9iii display so you
can immerse yourself in your favourite movies and content in exceptional colour
and contrast. Plus not only can you watch existing HDR content, using Sony’s
BRAVIA® TV technology, Xreality™ for mobile, it will up-convert content to near
High Dynamic Range (HDR) so even when you’re streaming videos you get better
quality playback that feels like a movie experience.
flagship Xperia XZ2 has an extended 5.7” HDR Full HD+ 18:9iii display so you
can immerse yourself in your favourite movies and content in exceptional colour
and contrast. Plus not only can you watch existing HDR content, using Sony’s
BRAVIA® TV technology, Xreality™ for mobile, it will up-convert content to near
High Dynamic Range (HDR) so even when you’re streaming videos you get better
quality playback that feels like a movie experience.
Tuned for the ultimate and unique entertainment experience,
XZ2 incorporates a new haptic experience, adding the perceptual sense of touch
so you can feel your viewing
experience. It uses Sony’s brand new Dynamic Vibration System which analyses
audio data and lets you feel the action in your hands, bringing your movies,
games and videos to life.
Share your favourite videos with your friends thanks to the XZ2’s
powerful front facing stereo speakers. Featuring SForce Front Surround, they’re
our loudest Xperia speakers ever.
XZ2 incorporates a new haptic experience, adding the perceptual sense of touch
so you can feel your viewing
experience. It uses Sony’s brand new Dynamic Vibration System which analyses
audio data and lets you feel the action in your hands, bringing your movies,
games and videos to life.
Share your favourite videos with your friends thanks to the XZ2’s
powerful front facing stereo speakers. Featuring SForce Front Surround, they’re
our loudest Xperia speakers ever.
High quality audio is also provided using Sony’s audio
expertise with the truly authentic sound of Hi–Resolution Audioiv together
with DSEE HX technology for upscaling. Quality is guaranteed when connecting to
wireless speakers or headphones thanks to the enhanced Bluetooth technology
LDAC which offers near High-Resolution Audiov.
expertise with the truly authentic sound of Hi–Resolution Audioiv together
with DSEE HX technology for upscaling. Quality is guaranteed when connecting to
wireless speakers or headphones thanks to the enhanced Bluetooth technology
LDAC which offers near High-Resolution Audiov.
Extreme Video and Photo Capabilities
Motion Eye™ camera is
pushed to the extreme and gets a ground-breaking upgrade with the world’s 1st
4K HDR Movie recording in a smartphoneI. You can now capture reality
with incredible contrast, detail and true to life colour and share or upload to
a compatible HDR TV or YouTube to view your content back in lifelike realism.
Super slow motion video recording is also upgraded with 960fps now possible in
Full HD to make your wow moments even more fascinating. Motion Eye™ camera
brings you all the great still photography features you expect from Xperia with
its intelligent control features such as Predictive Capture with motion and
smile detection, Autofocus burst and Predictive Autofocus. Thanks to these
superior features, plus our Quick Launch and Capture, you’ll never miss the
moment.
pushed to the extreme and gets a ground-breaking upgrade with the world’s 1st
4K HDR Movie recording in a smartphoneI. You can now capture reality
with incredible contrast, detail and true to life colour and share or upload to
a compatible HDR TV or YouTube to view your content back in lifelike realism.
Super slow motion video recording is also upgraded with 960fps now possible in
Full HD to make your wow moments even more fascinating. Motion Eye™ camera
brings you all the great still photography features you expect from Xperia with
its intelligent control features such as Predictive Capture with motion and
smile detection, Autofocus burst and Predictive Autofocus. Thanks to these
superior features, plus our Quick Launch and Capture, you’ll never miss the
moment.
For a truly unique and exciting way to capture memories 3D
Creator application is now available with even greater flexibility for 3D
scanning. Not only can you create 3D scans of objects or friends’ faces in less than a minute using the main
camera, you can also now create 3D scans of yourself using the front camera –
bringing to life your selfie in 3D and giving you endless opportunities in the
3D avatar world. Post-processing is now
available to achieve even greater quality of 3D scans. Plus once you’ve
finished your 3D scan or selfie, you can now post directly to your Facebook
timeline within 3D Creator.
Creator application is now available with even greater flexibility for 3D
scanning. Not only can you create 3D scans of objects or friends’ faces in less than a minute using the main
camera, you can also now create 3D scans of yourself using the front camera –
bringing to life your selfie in 3D and giving you endless opportunities in the
3D avatar world. Post-processing is now
available to achieve even greater quality of 3D scans. Plus once you’ve
finished your 3D scan or selfie, you can now post directly to your Facebook
timeline within 3D Creator.
Stunning New Design
All of these great experiences are encased in a new design
expression with a fluid 3D glass surface that creates a seamless form that’s
effortlessly comfortable in your hand. The elegant design is contrasted by its
tough exterior, built with Corning® Gorilla® Glass 5 and metal frame to add
extra durability and a beautiful premium feel.
Its four different finishes offer a beautiful reflection and shine from
every angle thanks to the beautiful glass and flow of light, available in
Liquid Silver, Liquid Black, Deep Green and Ash Pink[1].
Certified IP65/IP68vi, XZ2 is designed to withstand splashes and spills so you
don’t have to think twice about answering your phone in the rain.
expression with a fluid 3D glass surface that creates a seamless form that’s
effortlessly comfortable in your hand. The elegant design is contrasted by its
tough exterior, built with Corning® Gorilla® Glass 5 and metal frame to add
extra durability and a beautiful premium feel.
Its four different finishes offer a beautiful reflection and shine from
every angle thanks to the beautiful glass and flow of light, available in
Liquid Silver, Liquid Black, Deep Green and Ash Pink[1].
Certified IP65/IP68vi, XZ2 is designed to withstand splashes and spills so you
don’t have to think twice about answering your phone in the rain.
Ultimate Performance to the Extreme
Powered by the cutting-edge Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 845
Mobile Platform with X20 LTE, XZ2 will provide immersive user experiences at
lightning-fast connection speeds (up to 1.2Gbps) with the second generation
Gigabit LTE solution so users can enjoy a modern lifestyle whilst working or
having fun. For example you can get an episode of a TV series in just 20 secondsvii
with superfast downloading.
Mobile Platform with X20 LTE, XZ2 will provide immersive user experiences at
lightning-fast connection speeds (up to 1.2Gbps) with the second generation
Gigabit LTE solution so users can enjoy a modern lifestyle whilst working or
having fun. For example you can get an episode of a TV series in just 20 secondsvii
with superfast downloading.
With all the ability for speed and performance you’ll want
assurance that your battery won’t let you down, and XZ2 definitely delivers.
With a large 3180mAh battery and the most power efficient control ever thanks
to its 845 Mobile Platform, XZ2 offers worry free all day usage. Xperia’s
useful battery features are also included such as Smart Stamina, STAMINA mode,
plus Battery Careviii and Qnovo Adaptive Charging technology which help
the battery stay healthy to give you a longer battery lifespan. For effortless
charging you can also use the wireless charging dock (WCH20ix), and
other compatible Qi chargers, by simply placing your XZ2 on the dock to power
up without the need to plug in.
assurance that your battery won’t let you down, and XZ2 definitely delivers.
With a large 3180mAh battery and the most power efficient control ever thanks
to its 845 Mobile Platform, XZ2 offers worry free all day usage. Xperia’s
useful battery features are also included such as Smart Stamina, STAMINA mode,
plus Battery Careviii and Qnovo Adaptive Charging technology which help
the battery stay healthy to give you a longer battery lifespan. For effortless
charging you can also use the wireless charging dock (WCH20ix), and
other compatible Qi chargers, by simply placing your XZ2 on the dock to power
up without the need to plug in.
Xperia XZ2 Compact The Best of Sony Technology
in a Compact Design
A firm favourite in the Xperia flagship line-up, the
premium compact smartphone takes on even greater things with XZ2 Compact. It
delivers big screen entertainment in the palm of your hand with its 5” HDR Full HD+ extended display, making
it the world’s most compact 5” smartphonex. With its large screen
and powerful stereo speakers it’s designed to be the ultimate compact entertainment
device.
premium compact smartphone takes on even greater things with XZ2 Compact. It
delivers big screen entertainment in the palm of your hand with its 5” HDR Full HD+ extended display, making
it the world’s most compact 5” smartphonex. With its large screen
and powerful stereo speakers it’s designed to be the ultimate compact entertainment
device.
It also has a multitude of premium updates found in its big
brother XZ2, such as all of the Motion Eye™ 2018 upgrades including
3D Creator for selfie and Full HD Super slow motion as well as its premium
still image capture. It’s also packed with
Sony’s audio enhancing technologies such
as Hi-Res Audio and front facing stereo speakers for your ultimate
entertainment. This small but mighty smartphone is all powered by the latest, fastest ever, Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 845 Mobile Platform.
brother XZ2, such as all of the Motion Eye™ 2018 upgrades including
3D Creator for selfie and Full HD Super slow motion as well as its premium
still image capture. It’s also packed with
Sony’s audio enhancing technologies such
as Hi-Res Audio and front facing stereo speakers for your ultimate
entertainment. This small but mighty smartphone is all powered by the latest, fastest ever, Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 845 Mobile Platform.
Crafted to perfection, XZ2 Compact has the same design
philosophy as XZ2 with its beautiful curved body that gives you the best
comfort in your hand. Durability is ensured with a tough exterior including
Corning® Gorilla® Glass 5, antiscratch hard-grade polycarbonate, IP65/IP68 and
metal frame. It is finished in four beautiful colours with a smooth frosted
finish; White Silver, Black, Moss Green and Coral Pink[2].
philosophy as XZ2 with its beautiful curved body that gives you the best
comfort in your hand. Durability is ensured with a tough exterior including
Corning® Gorilla® Glass 5, antiscratch hard-grade polycarbonate, IP65/IP68 and
metal frame. It is finished in four beautiful colours with a smooth frosted
finish; White Silver, Black, Moss Green and Coral Pink[2].
Accessories
A range of supporting accessories will
be available including covers Style Cover Touch and Style Cover Stand in
corresponding colours for both models. Also available are charging accessories
Wireless Charging Dock (WCH20)xi for fast effortless charging and Quick Charger UCH12W providing
hours of battery time by plugging in for just a few minutes. The new 2–way Style USB Audio & Bluetooth® Headset (SBH90C) allows
you to enjoy music and talk wirelessly in high quality as well as via a wired
USB Type-C™ Cable option that offers Hi-Res Audio with direct USB
digital output. It will also charge from Xperia whilst you’re listening so you
can switch easily between wireless if your battery is running low. Open-ear
Stereo Headset (STH40D) offers lightweight and comfortable dual listening, and Xperia Ear Duo utilises
Sony’s acoustics leadership to deliver wireless ‘open-ear’ stereo headphones,
so you can listen to music, access information and communicate whilst
simultaneously hearing sounds from the world around you. A USB Type-C™ 2-in-1
Cable (EC270) is also available for enjoying audio with non-Bluetooth
headphones and simultaneously charge your phone. Please check with local
operators and retailers for availability.
be available including covers Style Cover Touch and Style Cover Stand in
corresponding colours for both models. Also available are charging accessories
Wireless Charging Dock (WCH20)xi for fast effortless charging and Quick Charger UCH12W providing
hours of battery time by plugging in for just a few minutes. The new 2–way Style USB Audio & Bluetooth® Headset (SBH90C) allows
you to enjoy music and talk wirelessly in high quality as well as via a wired
USB Type-C™ Cable option that offers Hi-Res Audio with direct USB
digital output. It will also charge from Xperia whilst you’re listening so you
can switch easily between wireless if your battery is running low. Open-ear
Stereo Headset (STH40D) offers lightweight and comfortable dual listening, and Xperia Ear Duo utilises
Sony’s acoustics leadership to deliver wireless ‘open-ear’ stereo headphones,
so you can listen to music, access information and communicate whilst
simultaneously hearing sounds from the world around you. A USB Type-C™ 2-in-1
Cable (EC270) is also available for enjoying audio with non-Bluetooth
headphones and simultaneously charge your phone. Please check with local
operators and retailers for availability.
Availability
Xperia XZ2 and XZ2 Compact are available globally from
March 2018 and both will ship with Android™ 8.0 Oreo.
Availability in Singapore is expected to be from April onwards. In the meantime,
consumers can register their interest here.
March 2018 and both will ship with Android™ 8.0 Oreo.
Availability in Singapore is expected to be from April onwards. In the meantime,
consumers can register their interest here.
Camera technology innovation preview
At Sony, we know how important a sophisticated camera is in
a smartphone, so we have continued to push the boundaries of what is possible.
At MWC our new ultra-high sensitivity camera technology which has the power to
see the unseen
a smartphone, so we have continued to push the boundaries of what is possible.
At MWC our new ultra-high sensitivity camera technology which has the power to
see the unseen
— including images in extreme low light – will be
showcased. With a newly developed dual camera and Sony’s newly developed fusion
image signal processor which makes real-time processing possible, it allows
image capture in extremely dark conditions thanks to its unprecedented ISO
sensitivity 51200 for photos and ISO 12800 for video which is currently only possible with interchangeable lens
cameras. Ultra-high sensitivity will allow users to take brighter images with less noise and less blur. It’s
a technology innovation to spark the desire appetite of camera
enthusiasts.
showcased. With a newly developed dual camera and Sony’s newly developed fusion
image signal processor which makes real-time processing possible, it allows
image capture in extremely dark conditions thanks to its unprecedented ISO
sensitivity 51200 for photos and ISO 12800 for video which is currently only possible with interchangeable lens
cameras. Ultra-high sensitivity will allow users to take brighter images with less noise and less blur. It’s
a technology innovation to spark the desire appetite of camera
enthusiasts.
– ENDS –
NOTES:
Full
specifications for XZ2 can be found here:
specifications for XZ2 can be found here:
Full
specifications for XZ2 Compact can be found here:
specifications for XZ2 Compact can be found here:
About Sony Mobile Communications
Sony
Mobile Communications is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation, a
leading global innovator of audio, video, game, communications, key device and
information technology products for both the consumer and professional markets.
With its music, pictures, computer entertainment and online businesses, Sony is
uniquely positioned to be the leading electronics and entertainment company in
the world. Through its Xperia™ smartphone and tablet portfolio, as well as
innovative smart products, Sony Mobile Communications delivers the best of Sony
technology, premium content and services, and easy connectivity to Sony’s world
of networked entertainment experiences. For more information: www.sonymobile.com
Mobile Communications is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation, a
leading global innovator of audio, video, game, communications, key device and
information technology products for both the consumer and professional markets.
With its music, pictures, computer entertainment and online businesses, Sony is
uniquely positioned to be the leading electronics and entertainment company in
the world. Through its Xperia™ smartphone and tablet portfolio, as well as
innovative smart products, Sony Mobile Communications delivers the best of Sony
technology, premium content and services, and easy connectivity to Sony’s world
of networked entertainment experiences. For more information: www.sonymobile.com
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i *Xperia XZ2 captures and stores 4K HDR video with a
colour depth of 10-bit in HLG format. Verified against the published video
specifications of over 11,800 smartphones by Strategy Analytics’ SpecTRAX
Service. Correct as of 22nd December 2017. For more information on Strategy
Analytics’ results go to: www.sonymobile.com/testresults/
colour depth of 10-bit in HLG format. Verified against the published video
specifications of over 11,800 smartphones by Strategy Analytics’ SpecTRAX
Service. Correct as of 22nd December 2017. For more information on Strategy
Analytics’ results go to: www.sonymobile.com/testresults/
ii *with a footprint of 135 x 65mm Xperia XZ2 Compact is
the most compact 5-inch smartphone. Verified against the published
specifications of over 2600 smartphones with a 5.0-inch display by Strategy
Analytics’ SpecTRAX Service. Correct as of 22nd December 2017. For more
information on Strategy Analytics’ results go to:
www.sonymobile.com/testresults/
the most compact 5-inch smartphone. Verified against the published
specifications of over 2600 smartphones with a 5.0-inch display by Strategy
Analytics’ SpecTRAX Service. Correct as of 22nd December 2017. For more
information on Strategy Analytics’ results go to:
www.sonymobile.com/testresults/
iii Display ratios may vary based on content formatting iv Hi-Res Audio
requires compatible wired headset and use of supplied conversion cable USB
Type-C™ to 3.5mm Audio Jack Adapter
requires compatible wired headset and use of supplied conversion cable USB
Type-C™ to 3.5mm Audio Jack Adapter
v Near Hi-Res Audio is possible when your Xperia device
is connected to a compatible LDAC device via Bluetooth
is connected to a compatible LDAC device via Bluetooth
vi XZ2 and XZ2 are water resistant and protected against
dust, so don’t worry if you get caught in the rain or want to wash off dirt
under a tap water, but remember all ports and attached covers should be firmly
closed. You should not put the device completely underwater; or expose it to
seawater, salt water, chlorinated water or liquids such as drinks. Abuse and
improper use of device will invalidate warranty. The device has been tested
under Ingress Protection rating IP65/68. For more info, see www.sonymobile.com/waterresistant. Note the XZ2 has a capless USB port to connect and
charge. The USB port needs to be completely dry before charging
dust, so don’t worry if you get caught in the rain or want to wash off dirt
under a tap water, but remember all ports and attached covers should be firmly
closed. You should not put the device completely underwater; or expose it to
seawater, salt water, chlorinated water or liquids such as drinks. Abuse and
improper use of device will invalidate warranty. The device has been tested
under Ingress Protection rating IP65/68. For more info, see www.sonymobile.com/waterresistant. Note the XZ2 has a capless USB port to connect and
charge. The USB port needs to be completely dry before charging
viiUp to 1.2Gbps, dependent on market availability and
compatible network viii Battery Care charges your phone to 90%,waits, then charges to
100% just before your normal wake-up time ix WCH20 available as an
optional accessory
x With a footprint of 135 x 65mm Xperia XZ2 Compact is the most
compact 5-inch smartphone. Verified against the published specifications of
over 2600 smartphones with a 5.0-inch display by Strategy Analytics’ SpecTRAX
compatible network viii Battery Care charges your phone to 90%,waits, then charges to
100% just before your normal wake-up time ix WCH20 available as an
optional accessory
x With a footprint of 135 x 65mm Xperia XZ2 Compact is the most
compact 5-inch smartphone. Verified against the published specifications of
over 2600 smartphones with a 5.0-inch display by Strategy Analytics’ SpecTRAX
Service. Correct as of 22nd
December 2017
xi Compatible with Xperia XZ2 only
December 2017
xi Compatible with Xperia XZ2 only
[1]
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[2]
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