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Sony's promo videos for the new Xperia 1 paint it as an entertainment viewing beast

By Alan Friedman

Published: Feb 25, 2019, 11:52 AM

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Earlier today, Sony introduced its revamped line of Xperia handsets, including the top-of-the-line Xperia 1 and the mid-range Xperia 10 and Xperia 10 Plus. All three phones carry a 21:9 aspect ratio, offering displays that are tall and thin. It is a new look for Sony, and with the name Xperia 1 for the flagship, it is clear that Sony is trying to show that it is starting from scratch.

Sony has released a number of videos showing off the Xperia 1. They focus on the large 6.5-inch 1644 x 3840 OLED panel, and the new aspect ratio, of course. The Xperia 1 is the first smartphone ever to offer a 4K OLED display. There is a triple camera setup on back; besides the primary camera, there is one that snaps ultra wide-angle photos and another that features a telephoto lens. The phone records 4K HDR videos in 21:9, resulting in a more cinematic experience for those viewing content on the device.

Viewing these videos, it is clear that Sony wants to promote the Sony Xperia 1 as an entertainment device first. Besides the screen, the handset is equipped with a "multi-dimensional" Dolby Atmos sound system. The phone will be available toward the end of Spring, although pricing wasn't announced.

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Alan, an ardent smartphone enthusiast and a veteran writer at PhoneArena since 2009, has witnessed and chronicled the transformative years of mobile technology. Owning iconic phones from the original iPhone to the iPhone 15 Pro Max, he has seen smartphones evolve into a global phenomenon. Beyond smartphones, Alan has covered the emergence of tablets, smartwatches, and smart speakers.

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