Sony Xperia 1 II, the brand's newest flagship Android phone, has recently opened its market for the United States-located stores. Obviously, the price seemed to be the main issue in its release. Some reports even described the new Sony Xperia as the "most expensive 4G smartphone." Is it really not worth it at all?
Sony Xperia 1 II may flop in the U.S. market; Here's why
The Verge reported this week that Sony's Xperia 1 II (pronounced as 'mark two') is the delayed newest flagship Android phone from the brand.
The device's US shipping will start on July 24, but pre-orders on the website will be happening earlier, scheduled on June 1. If you want to have a free pair of Sony WF-1000XM3 noise-canceling earbuds, customers simply have to do pre-order by June 28. And it is yours, free of charge.
Unfortunately, having free Sony earbuds does not cover the absurd pricing of the newest Xperia.
Why is it 'expensive'?
If you're interested in buying this newest Sony flagship phone, you might re-consider how expensive this device is for a somehow 'average' Android phone.
According to the company, Sony Xperia 1 II costs $1,199. Compared to other smartphone variants available now in the market, this price seemed to be too much for the brand.
For example, Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max costs less than $1,000, and even Samsung Galaxy S20 with 5G tech accessibility costs way cheaper than the Sony flagship.
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So, what makes it special for the device to cost that much? Nothing, apparently.
Sony Xperia 1 II specs you should look out for
Sony Xperia 1 II was originally announced to be launched on the postponed event of the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, last Feb. However, since governments prohibit large gatherings due to Coronavirus, it was then canceled.
Now, the device is nearly five months late, but tech experts are disappointed.
Sure, the Xperia 1 II has a 4K HDR OLED screen that's 6.5 inches and has a 21:9 aspect ratio, which shows its taller screen compared to others. The device is also powered by high-quality Qualcomm's Snapdragon 865 processor, has a 3.5 mm audio jack for headphones, and supports wireless charging with 4,000 mAh battery that could last for quite some time.
Unfortunately, Sony Xperia 1 II will only be supporting 4G in the U.S.-- is the top reason why it is too expensive for Americans to pay the price of nearly $1,200 for this phone.
But for European outlets, the flagship phone will have a 5G variant. That's why it is expensive.
