Sony was part of CES (Consumer Electronics Show) 2016, Las Vegas, held between 6 and 9 January, but it did not unveil any smartphone. Now, the company via social media is hinting at a new Xperia handset this week.
Sony Xperia's official account on Instagram has teased pink hued objects such as scarf, balloon and make-up kit with a caption: "There are many shades of beauty. Follow us to discover our latest work of art on 12.01.16."
The second message read: "A pop of something new calls for a celebration! Follow us to find out what's coming on 12.01.16.#Xperia #WatchThisSpace."
The third one read - "Follow us as we unveil seamless luxury. 12.01.16. #Xperia #ComingSoon #WatchThisSpace."
All these series of cryptic messages from Sony has led Xperia Blog to believe that the company might unveil the Pink colour variant of the flagship Xperia Z5 series phone.
The use of words "beauty, luxury and celebration" in the messages does indicate that the upcoming device is certainly a flagship series. But, there is no word on which of the Xperia Z5 series -- Premium or Z5 or Z5 Compact -- will come in the new colour.
Nothing is set in stone for us to believe it will be the new Xperia Z5 series. There is also a possibility that Sony might unveil a new series of smartphone. We just have to wait a few more hours to finally know what the company has in store for its fans on Tuesday.
Key specifications of Sony Xperia Z5, Premium and Compact:
| Models | Sony Xperia Z5 Premium | Sony Xperia Z5 | Sony Xperia Z5 Compact |
| Display | 5.5-inch 4K UHD (3840x2160) display with Triluminos display for mobile, X-Reality for mobile
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5.2-inch full HD (1920x1080p) display with Triluminos display for mobile technology
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4.6-inch HD 720p (1280x720) display with Triluminos display for mobile technology
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| OS | Android 5.1 Lollipop (guaranteed to get v6.0 Marshmallow update) | Android 5.1 Lollipop (guaranteed to get v6.0 Marshmallow update) | Android 5.1 Lollipop (guaranteed to get v6.0 Marshmallow update) |
| Processor | 64-bit Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 (MSM8994) Octa-core CPU | 64-bit Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 (MSM8994) Octa-core CPU | 64-bit Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 (MSM8994) Octa-core CPU |
| GPU | Adreno 430 | Adreno 430 | Adreno 430 |
| RAM | 3GB | 3GB | 2GB |
| Storage capacity | 32GB, expandable up to 200GB | 32GB, expandable up to 200GB | 32GB, expandable up to 200GB |
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| Additional Main Camera features | Up to 8x Digital Zoom, Wide-angle G Lens (24 mm), Up to ISO 12800 Photo / 3200 Video, SteadyShot with Intelligent Active Mode – video stabilisation, 4K video recording, Pulse LED Flash | Up to 8x Digital Zoom, Wide-angle G Lens (24 mm), Up to ISO 12800 Photo / 3200 Video, SteadyShot with Intelligent Active Mode – video stabilisation, 4K video recording, Pulse LED Flash | Up to 8x Digital Zoom, Wide-angle G Lens (24 mm), Up to ISO 12800 Photo / 3200 Video, SteadyShot with Intelligent Active Mode – video stabilisation, 4K video recording, Pulse LED Flash |
| Battery | 3430 mAh; up to 2 days under mixed usage
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2900 mAh; up to 2 days under mixed usage | 2700 mAh; up to 2 days under mixed usage |
| Network | 4G-LTE Cat 4/ Cat 6 (depending on the markets) | 4G-LTE Cat 4/ Cat 6 (depending on the markets) | 4G-LTE Cat 4/ Cat 6 (depending on the markets) |
| Add-ons | Finger-print sensor, PS4 Remote Play, Waterproof and dust tight (IP65 and IP68), Bluetooth v4.1, A-GPS, Wi-Fi (MIMO), MHL 3.0, NFC, | Finger-print sensor, PS4 Remote Play, Waterproof and dust tight (IP65 and IP68), Bluetooth v4.1, A-GPS, Wi-Fi (MIMO), MHL 3.0, NFC, | Finger-print sensor, PS4 Remote Play, Waterproof and dust tight (IP65 and IP68), Bluetooth v4.1, A-GPS, Wi-Fi (MIMO), MHL 3.0, NFC, |
| Sound system | High-Resolution Audio (LPCM, FLAC, ALAC, DSD), DSEE HX, LDAC, Digital Noise Cancelling, Clear Audio+, S-Force Front Surround, Auto-headset compensation, Stereo Recording | High-Resolution Audio (LPCM, FLAC, ALAC, DSD), DSEE HX, LDAC, Digital Noise Cancelling, Clear Audio+, S-Force Front Surround, Auto-headset compensation, Stereo Recording | High-Resolution Audio (LPCM, FLAC, ALAC, DSD), DSEE HX, LDAC, Digital Noise Cancelling, Clear Audio+, S-Force Front Surround, Auto-headset compensation, Stereo Recording |
| SIM (Type: Nano) | Said to come in both Single-SIM and Dual-SIM models separately | Said to come in both Single-SIM and Dual-SIM models separately | Said to come in both Single-SIM and Dual-SIM models separately |
| Dimensions | 154.4 x 76.0 x 7.8 mm | 146.0 x 72.0 x 7.3 mm | 127.0 x 65.0 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight | 180 g | 154 g | 138 g |
| Colours | Chrome, Black & Gold | Graphite Black, White, Gold & Green | Graphite Black, White, Yellow & Coral |
