Sony’s next flagship smartphone could well be the Xperia i1 (codenamed Honami). Ahead of its expected announcement at IFA 2013 in Berlin in September, images and specifications of the device have been leaked online.
One of the highlights is sure to be its 20.7MP camera with an Exmor RS sensor and Sony G-lens which promises “exceptional optical performance on par with the best lenses in the industry.” It could well give some serious competition to the Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom and just announced Nokia Lumia 1020.
The details leaked also include detailed specifications. The Sony Xperia i1 is shaping up to be an impressive device:
- Processor: 2.2GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 800
- Cellular connectivity: LTE
- Other connectivity: NFC
- Display: 5-inch FHD (1080×1920) Triluminos
- RAM: 2GB
- Internal storage: 16GB
- External storage: MicroSD cards
- Rear-facing camera: 20.7MP with 1/2.3-inch Exmor RS sensor and Sony G-lens
- Front-facing camera: 2MP with Exmor R sensor
- Battery: Non-removable 3,000mAh
- Dimensions: 144 × 73.9 × 8.3 millimeters
- Colors: Black, white, purple
- Other: Dust and water resistant (IPx5 & IPx7)
The Sony Xperia i1 is expected to be announced at IFA 2013 in Berlin. Specific launch and pricing details are not yet available.