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This has spurred many to ponder whether, in the future, the Japanese company will opt to cut losses and entirely withdraw from the smartphone business, akin to LG and HTC.
Xperia 1 VThe answer is negative. Sony will persist in producing Android smartphones for the foreseeable future, as disclosed by a reputable source, Qualcomm.
The chip manufacturer has announced in a recent press release that they have expanded their collaboration with Sony for Snapdragon platforms, empowering the future smartphones of the Japanese company. This entails a 'multi-year' agreement covering high-end, near-flagship, and mid-range devices.
Therefore, it's highly likely that Sony will continue to develop its current product lines. Since Qualcomm doesn't mention the 'budget' segment, it's probable that Sony won't expand into this highly competitive market.
'The joint efforts of Sony and Qualcomm will focus on integrating Qualcomm Technologies' advanced Snapdragon mobile platform into Sony's future smartphone lines, providing users with enhanced functionality, higher performance, and a more authentic user experience,' the press release stated.
