Sony Xperia 10 VII 

 The Sony Xperia 10 VII is Sony's newest mid-range Android smartphone, officially announced in September 2025. It features a fresh design, improved camera system, a strong focus on battery longevity and durability, and enhanced software support.

Key Specifications and Features

• Display: 6.1-inch Full HD+ OLED, 120Hz refresh rate, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection

• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3

• RAM / Storage: 8GB RAM, 128GB internal storage (expandable via microSD up to 2TB)

• Camera:

  • Rear: 50MP Exmor RS main sensor (with 2x optical zoom), 13MP ultrawide

  • Front: 8MP selfie camera

• Battery: 5000mAh

  • Up to 2 days use on a charge

  • Careful battery management features for up to 4 years battery health

• OS/Updates: Android 15 at launch, 4 years OS upgrades, 6 years security updates

• Audio: Dual front-facing speakers, 3.5mm headphone jack

• Other Features:

  • Dedicated camera shutter button

  • IP65/68 water and dust resistance

  • Dual SIM (nano + eSIM)

  • Circle to Search, Google Gemini integrated

Design and Build

• Redesigned horizontal, pill-shaped camera module (a shift from Sony's usual vertical layout)

• Available in White, Turquoise, and Charcoal Black

• Matte plastic exterior, 8.3mm thin, 168g weight

• Maintains classic Sony front bezels and compact feel with a more modern 19.5:9 screen ratio.

Pricing & Availability

• Price: €449 / £399 (approximately $530, ₹46,500)

• Available for pre-order in UK, Europe, Japan (not available in India or the US initially)

• Ships from September 19th, 2025.

Notable Improvements Over Predecessor

• First major design change in years (new camera bar, more comfortable handling)

• Upgraded camera sensors and low-light performance

• Longer software support

• Improved speakers and larger usable display area

Trade-offs

• Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 is a midrange chip, not a flagship

• Camera setup is dual (main + ultrawide); no telephoto lens

• Only wired charging supported

The Xperia 10 VII appeals to users seeking a durable, compact, and clean Android mid-ranger with extended software support and classic Sony hardware features such as a headphone jack, shutter button, and microSD slot.