Over at the Mobile World Congress, Sony mader an announcement or two as well. They announced the XZ2 and XZ2 Compact. The phones offer a larger screen and thinner edges compared to their previous models. 

The XZ2 will be the new top model from Sony. This smartphone will get a  5.7 inch IPS screen fitted, with an aspect ratio of 18x9. Its predecessor, the Sony XZ, had a 5.2-inch display. The edges of the device at the top and bottom also have become thinner. The XZ received an improved camera capable of 4K HDR recording. Much like Samsung now has with the new S9, this mode gets super slow motion, with recordings of up to 960 images per second (in full HD). The XZ2 will be fitted with a Snapdragon 845 processor. This model will be available in three colors: silver, black and green starting at March 16th at a price of 799 euros.

As mentioned, the XZ2 Compact was also announced. The phone has a 5-inch screen. The device also has the same 18x9  aspect ratio, processor and camera capabilities as the XZ2. XZ2 Compact will be available in white, black and green and will cost 599 euros. Both smartphones, by the way, will get Android 8.0 Oreo.

Sony also announced new wireless earplugs. The Xperia Ear Duo lets people listen to music while the environment remains audible. They also register time, location and activity. The last four hours on a full load and are then recharged in a box. They will appear in white and black worldwide next month.

Sony To offer Xperia XZ2 and XZ2 Compact smartphones with larger screens