Recent rumors that Sony will leave the Chinese smartphone market have been strongly denied by the company. Sony released a statement explaining its continued commitment to the region. Sony China said in a statement: “Most of Sony’s businesses in China, including its mobile phone business, are experiencing stable performance. “China is one of Sony’s most important overseas markets, and we are hopeful about China’s future development.”
The statement provides much-needed clarity as speculation continues regarding Sony’s future in China. Although Sony’s share of the smartphone market in China has decreased in recent years, the company seems determined to maintain its presence in the competitive market.
Sony first entered the Chinese smartphone market more than a decade ago by purchasing Ericsson’s shares in a joint venture. The company is having difficulty keeping up with the rapid growth and fierce competition in the Chinese market in recent years. However, the company still continues to sell its existing phone series, including the Xperia PRO-I, Xperia 5 III, Xperia 1 V, Xperia 5V and Xperia1 IV, through its Chinese site.
Smartphones of the future
The company is currently said to be working on a series of new phones that will be released in 2024. These may include Sony Xperia 1 VI and 5 VI. We don’t know much about these smartphones at the moment. However, various sources have revealed some details about them. For example, a report in January revealed that the Xperia I VI would use 48-megapixel lenses on all three cameras.
Similarly, both devices are expected to feature digital signature of photos at the time of click; This will guarantee authenticity and, most importantly, prevent counterfeiting. We will make sure to keep you informed about any new updates regarding these devices.