Sony this week announced a brand new family of Android smartphones which, for now, includes three models: Xperia XA, Xperia X, and Xperia X Performance. We're a bit surprised by the fact that the company didn't reveal any new Xperia Z handsets, but this will probably happen soon, right? Well, maybe not that soon. In fact, it looks like it won't happen at all.
According to Sony Mobile Germany, the X series is replacing the Z series. This was mentioned on Facebook, in response to fans wondering about any future Xperia Z models. Also mentioned was the fact that the rumored Xperia Z6 won't actually exist. Thus, it's probably safe to assume that the Xperia X Performance will be Sony's new flagship smartphone for 2016 (unfortunately, the handset isn't hitting the market before June).
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Samsung or LG (both of which continue to release flagships from their well known Galaxy S and LG G series), Sony seemingly felt the need for a new beginning. And this isn't just about new names: while the Xperia X Performance doesn't look too different from the Xperia Z5, it introduces a new design element - it's got a back plate made out of brushed metal, instead of the glass rear plate of the Z5.
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Of course, the name of Sony's new flagship smartphone isn't that important (well, as long as it's not a silly name or something like that). What matters is that the Xperia X Performance seems to be a worthy successor to the Xperia Z5. The new handset is slightly smaller than the Z5 (5 inches vs. 5.2 inches), but perhaps many users will see this as a good thing. You can find out more about Sony's new series of smartphones by checking out our Xperia XA, Xperia X, and Xperia X Performance hands-on.
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