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Sony recently unveiled its 2022 flagship, the Sony Xperia 1 IV, garnering significant attention. One burning question: How much does this Sony phone cost?
1. How much does the Sony Xperia 1 IV cost?
Currently available for pre-order in the UK and across Europe, the Sony Xperia 1 IV 8GB/256GB variant is priced at 1399 Euros.
However, note that this price is for the device only. The retail package doesn't include a charger, charging cable, or any accessories. To get up and running, users will need to shell out an additional 50 Euros for a 30W charger and charging cable tailored for Sony's flagship.
To get your hands on the Xperia 1 IV, users will need to fork out at least 1449 USD – roughly 35 million Vietnamese dong when converted. It's not a budget-friendly price tag compared to the current market standards. This price point puts it on par with the Galaxy S22 Ultra or the iPhone 13 Pro Max.
2. When will the Sony Xperia 1 IV be available in Vietnam?
Sony's release strategy for the Xperia 1 IV is somewhat peculiar. Unlike its predecessor, the Xperia 1 III, which took a few months to hit shelves after its announcement, the Xperia 1 IV is slightly faster. Here's the anticipated release schedule across various markets:
– In the UK and Europe: Pre-orders are open, with official shipments slated to begin on June 13th.
– In the US: The official release is expected in September 2022.
Currently, Sony is only selling its smartphones in these two markets mentioned above. Other markets, including Vietnam, have no official distribution information yet. However, considering the previous flagship, the Xperia 1 III, was officially distributed in Vietnam (priced at 29.9 million dong), it's likely that the Xperia 1 IV will soon be available at Sony Stores in Vietnam.
Furthermore, those looking to own the Sony Xperia 1 IV can opt to purchase through private importers from Europe or the US. Hence, it may take a few more months, or by the end of this year, for the first batch of Sony Xperia 1 IV phones to arrive in the country. However, by choosing to buy imported goods, you won't receive Sony Vietnam's official warranty. Therefore, buyers need to weigh their options and choose reputable sellers.
3. Innovations on the Sony Xperia 1 IV Generation
While the Xperia 1 IV doesn't deviate significantly from its predecessor in terms of design, Sony has introduced several upgrades in this generation:
- Material-wise, the device uses Gorilla Glass Victus – the highest-grade toughened glass on smartphones today – for both the front and back panels, while the frame is made of aluminum alloy. This provides users with scratch and impact resistance while meeting IP68 dust and water resistance standards.
- Hardware-wise, the device is equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip – the most powerful chip for Android on the market today.
- The camera features continuous zoom capability, allowing for optical zoom adjustment from 85mm to 125mm. While not the first phone to feature this, it undoubtedly performs this function the best.
- It comes with the latest Android operating system available on the market today.
Thus, it can be said that the Sony Xperia 1 IV doesn't undergo groundbreaking changes in terms of design but focuses on enhancing user experiences. This has been a strong suit for Sony phones in previous generations, and undoubtedly, the Xperia 1 IV will satisfy users with its offerings. We will have more detailed reviews of the Xperia 1 IV to provide users with the most useful information about Sony's flagship phone in 2022.
