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New £1,399 Sony Xperia 1V emulates features of Sony’s dedicated cameras
Xperia 1V flagship available in late June for £1.299 to £1,399.
Manufacturers
May 11, 2023
Device Review: Sony Xperia 5 IV
The Sony Xperia 5 IV became widely available in September and comes after the Xperia 1 IV
Other
November 1, 2022
Eurostar trains its distribution strategy on new product sectors
Eurostar Global has developed a niche for offering full-service distribution to carefully selected partners, and is now preparing for the next phase of its development with a move to a new warehouse
Other
September 7, 2022
Eurostar Global expands Sony partnership with Xperia 10 IV now available
It follows the launch of the Xperia 1 IV through Eurostar Global last month
Distributors
July 4, 2022
O2 and Virgin Mobile confirm availability of Sony Xperia 10 IV ahead of release
Sony’s latest smartphone is set for release at the end of this month
Manufacturers
June 16, 2022
Sony Xperia 1 IV launches on O2
The phone possesses a triple lens camera and an OLED 6.5-inch display
Operators
May 12, 2022
Sony Mobile appoints Eurostar Global Electronics as official distribution partner for the UK
Eurostar Global will distribute Sony mobile devices and AV products
Distributors
October 27, 2021
Eurostar Global Electronics lands Sony UK account
Now an official UK distribution partner Sony UK has appointed Eurostar Global Electronics as a distributor for its consumer products and mobile group. “Sony’s niche offering of mobile devices incorporate some of the highest specification components available. When paired with their audio-visual products these can provide an unrivalled consumer experience. Eurostar Global aim to support Sony
Ian White
October 27, 2021
Sony still up for the fight as it launches fresh 5G-ready range
Vendor will face stiff competition to regain share after reaffirming commitment to mobile with new handsets
Manufacturers
April 29, 2021
Sony unveils trio of 5G Xperia smartphones
All three phones will be available from early Summer, with prices TBC
Manufacturers
April 14, 2021
Covid nerves hit Oracle, Sony and Nokia over MWC 21 live
Ericsson was first exhibitor to drop out
Manufacturers
March 11, 2021
Sony announces Xperia 5 II 5G smartphone
It’s a more compact version of the Xperia 1 II smartphone
Manufacturers
September 17, 2020
Sony expects mobile profit in 2020 despite revenue decline
Sales down but sector generating profit due to operations cost cutting
Manufacturers
August 5, 2020
Study reveals Sony smartphones depreciate in value the quickest
However Apple’s flagship iPhone’s retain the most value over time according to Compare My Mobile study
Manufacturers
August 3, 2020
Sony announces the latest flagship Xperia 10 II
The Japanese company also announced an extension of its strategic partnership with Zeiss
Saf Malik
February 24, 2020
Amazon and Sony pull out of MWC due to coronavirus concerns
GSMA stands firm on event going ahead
Distributors
February 10, 2020
Device review: Sony Xperia 5
Sony flagship ticks the boxes, but is unlikely to ruffle competition’s feathers – 4/5
Jasper Hart
December 17, 2019
Device Review: Sony Xperia 5
Sony flagship ticks the boxes, but is unlikely to ruffle competition’s feathers – 4/5
Device Review
December 17, 2019
Sony releases Xperia 5 across a number of UK retailers
EE, Vodafone, Carphone Warehouse and Virgin are all offering bundles to tempt customers
Manufacturers
October 4, 2019
Sony smartphone sales down by more than 50 pc year-on-year
Results make seven-million sales target for 2019 seem unlikely
Manufacturers
July 30, 2019
Sony and Vue partner up to promote flagship Xperia 1
The ad campaign will run for six months promoting the Xperia 1 and 10
Manufacturers
June 17, 2019
Sony CEO says smartphone business is still important despite losses
According to its financial statement Sony shipped just 6.5 million handsets globally in 2018
Manufacturers
May 29, 2019
Sony Xperia 1 available for pre-order across a number of UK operators
Customers can receive a PlayStation 4 or headphones across a number of bundle deals
Operators
May 16, 2019
Apple “significantly overstates battery life of iPhones” according to study
Which? Study reveals Samsung, Sony and Nokia all underestimate battery life
Manufacturers
May 7, 2019
Sony Mobile still has some cause for optimism despite tough times
Cuts are not all doom and gloom, with Sony having assets it can use to boost the mobile business
Other
April 25, 2019
Sony launches trade-in scheme to boost sales of Xperia range
Sony unveiled the latest Xperia range during MWC in February
Manufacturers
April 9, 2019
Sony Mobile considers job cuts to drive profitability
Sony Mobile has around 4,000 employees, which could could be reduced to 2,000 by 2020
Manufacturers
April 2, 2019
Sony unveils latest crop of Xperia smartphones at Mobile World Congress
Xperia 1 set for spring launch, while Xperia 10 and 10 Plus are available from today
Manufacturers
February 25, 2019
IFA 2018: Sony takes wraps off AI infused Xperia XZ3 smartphone
The XZ3 will cost £699 SIM-free and release in September
Manufacturers
August 30, 2018
Sony sees mobile shipments drop to two million in Q1 results
Sony revised its yearly shipment forecast from 10 million to nine million for 2018
Manufacturers
July 31, 2018
Onecom signs IoT partnership with Sony
Hampshire-based Onecom will sell Sony tracking solutions exclusively and launch further IoT solutions in future
Manufacturers
July 13, 2018
CES 2018: Sony unveils Sony Xperia XA2 Ultra, XA2 and L2
Sony has confirmed the XA2 and Ultra will be shipped from February and the L1 in January. Prices TBC
Manufacturers
January 8, 2018
Brightstar Expect the Unexpected event: Sony reveals plans to increase mobile focus
Now that devices are making money, Sony head of distribution and retail Rob Hunt says that mobile is at the heart of everything the manufacturer will do in the future
Distributors
December 18, 2017
Sony Xperia XA1 Plus exclusively available at Carphone Warehouse
The smartphone will cost £329.99 prepaid and features in black and blue
Retailers
November 9, 2017
Sony XZ Premium pre-orders open
EE and Carphone Warehouse will sell the Xperia XZ Premium from June 2. Prepaid price is £649.99 from Carphone
Retailers
May 22, 2017
Sony XZ Premium to be available in Bronze Pink from June
The latest colour will join deepsea black and luminous chrome from the end of June this year
Manufacturers
April 24, 2017
Sony unveils Xperia L1 handset
The new device follows the launch of the Xperia XZ Premium at Mobile World Congress
Manufacturers
March 20, 2017
MWC 2017: Sony unveils Xperia XZ Premium
It is the first smartphone in the world with a 4K HDR display
Manufacturers
February 27, 2017
2017 predictions: Sony Mobile UK and Ireland country head Warren Saunders
Sony Mobile UK and Ireland country head Warren Saunders, tells Mobile News his thoughts on what might happen this year, including the normalisation of Internet of Things, and increased competition amongst operators
Other
January 17, 2017
Sony Xperia XZ flagship goes on sale in the UK
Latest smartphone from manufacturer available at major retailers and mobile operators
Retailers
October 6, 2016
Vodafone now stocking Sony Xperia E5 handset
O2 and Carphone Warehouse are also selling the mid-range device from the Japanese manufacturer
Retailers
July 15, 2016
Sony and Carphone Warehouse team up for Ticketmaster giveaway
Customers who buy an Xperia device from Carphone Warehouse can claim up to £50 off from any ticketmaster event
Retailers
July 1, 2016
‘Rose Gold’ Sony Xperia XA now exclusively available at Carphone
Sony’s latest flagship was first unveiled at Mobile World Congress in February
Manufacturers
June 24, 2016
Sony launches Xperia X ad campaign with Channel 4
Adverts feature Paul Chowdhry, Steve Jones and James Buckley promote camera on the manufacturer’s latest flagship smartphone
Manufacturers
June 8, 2016
Carphone opens pre-orders for exclusive gold Sony Xperia X
First 1,500 customers pre-ordering new flagship smartphone in any colour will receive a free Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact (Wi-Fi) worth £249
Retailers
May 12, 2016
Brightstar and Exertis retain Sony deals but Data Select dropped
Manufacturer believed to be looking for closer strategic relationships as it aims to increase its falling UK market share
Manufacturers
May 4, 2016
Lenovo appoints former Sony boss John Harber as GM
He returns to the manufacturing space after a seven year absence to drive firm’s growth in the enterprise and public sector
Manufacturers
April 7, 2016
Giffgaff knocks £50 off Sony Xperia Z5 Compact
MVNO claims it is one of the most competitive prices on the market
Manufacturers
April 1, 2016
UK operators and Carphone to stock Sony Xperia X series
Sony claims the new handsets, with new features, are a ‘reimagining’ of its Xperia series
Manufacturers
February 22, 2016
Carphone exclusively stocking gold Sony Xperia M5
The handset was first unveiled by Sony in August last year
Manufacturers
January 22, 2016
Carphone opens pre-orders for the Sony Xperia Z5 Premium
Retailer offering £200 cashback if customers upgrade their TV to a Sony 4K from Currys/PC World
Retailers
October 26, 2015
Carphone begins selling Sony Xperia Z5 Compact
Smartphone available for free from £33.50 per month, with retailer sealing exclusive white and coral colour variants
Retailers
September 30, 2015
Sony Xperia Z3+ goes on sale at Carphone Warehouse
High-end device is the follow up to the Xperia Z3 and Z3 Compact smartphones from last September
Retailers
June 22, 2015
Sony Xperia Z3 and Z3 Compact
Sony is releasing its second flagship handset in the space of six months, and it’s brought its little brother along with it – and what a difference half a year of tweaking has made
Device Review
December 16, 2014
Mystery Caller: Sony Xperia Z3
Sony released its new Xperia Z3 last month and Mystery Caller wants one but at a cheap price. Can the sales staff sell him one or offer a good alternative instead?
Device Review
November 5, 2014
Daisy launches dealer incentive with Vodafone and Sony
Dealers will receive a £50 bonus for every Sony Xperia Z3 Compact smartphone connected to a Vodafone 4G price plan
Distributors
October 13, 2014
Sony Xperia T3
There’s plenty of scope to offer something new in a mid-ranged phablet. The price is certainly right here, but can Sony’s latest effort deliver?
Device Review
September 22, 2014
IFA: Sony launch world’s slimmest and lightest tablet
New Xperia Z3 Compact tablet is just 6.4mm and weighs 270g
Dealers
September 4, 2014
Samsung head of sales Warren Saunders joins rival Sony Mobile
Saunders quits Samsung after five years to become UK and Ireland sales director at Sony
Distributors
July 2, 2014
Sony Xperia Z2
The Z2 marks the third iteration of Sony’s flagship Z range, but does it offer enough to make anyone who bought the original Xperia Z and Z1 envious?
Device Review
June 18, 2014
Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet
While many people drool over the iPad’s sleek looks, Sony’s latest tablet arguably sets the design bar even higher. It’s not simply skin deep either – the Z2 also packs a punch
Device Review
May 19, 2014
Sony Xperia Z1 Compact hits UK stores
Latest addition to manufacturer’s smartphone portfolio now on sale at Carphone Warehouse, Phones 4U and O2
Retailers
January 31, 2014
Data Select and 20:20 Mobile to retain Sony distribution deals
Sony Mobile set to confirm both distributors have been retained following recent review, Mobile News understands
Dealers
August 22, 2013
Micro P set to be named new Sony Mobile distributor
Sony selects Micro P after concluding July distribution review – Mobile News understands.
Dealers
August 8, 2013
P4U offers premium Sony headphones to Xperia Z customers
Stores in London, Leeds, Birmingham and Manchester will promote the handset by giving away prizes at fun day
Retailers
March 8, 2013
Sony Mobile targets top three smartphone status
Sony has set itself the goal of being the world’s third biggest smartphone manufacturer by the end of 2013. Its president of North Western Europe, Pierre Perron, tells Paul Withers how cracking the UK market is key
Paul Withers
February 15, 2013
Phones 4u begins to take pre-orders for Sony Xperia T
Retailer makes new Sony handset available on contracts with O2, Orange and Vodafone from £26 a month
Retailers
September 4, 2012
Hearts and minds – Sony’s return to UK
Sony Mobile wants to ‘re-engage’ with the public – starting with a £20 million marketing blitz. Paul Withers asks the firm’s president of North Western Europe, Pierre Perron, how he intends to claw back market share
Paul Withers
April 24, 2012
Going it alone – can Sony challenge in the mobile market?
Following the break-up of its partnership with Ericsson, Sony is to become a standalone mobile vendor. Michael House asks leading industry figures how they rate its chances
Mobile News
March 2, 2012
Sony SmartWatch with first 250 pre-orders of Xperia S at Phones 4U
First 250 people pre-ordering the Xperia S will receive a SmartWatch, as the mobile comes second to the iPhone 4S in the number of people to pre-register their interest in a device at the retailer
Retailers
February 20, 2012
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