New renders of the upcoming Xperia 1 VIII provide the most detailed look at the device to date. According to MyMobiles, these images represent the finalized design, developed from CAD data utilized by Sony's suppliers.
The front design appears familiar, featuring a tall and narrow display with the front-facing camera integrated into the top bezel, positioned next to the earpiece. Earlier concepts had suggested the possibility of a punch-hole cutout, but that design choice seems to have been abandoned. The new renders indicate that the bezel width will remain consistent with the Xperia 1 VII, while the device is expected to keep its 6.5-inch OLED display.
According to leaked dimensions, the Xperia 1 VIII is set to measure 161.9 x 74.4 x 8.58 mm, which is slightly wider and thicker than its predecessor. The phone's new square camera island will contribute to an overall thickness of approximately 11.37 mm at the thickest point, exceeding the Xperia 1 VII by just over 2mm.
Previous rumors indicate that Sony's design aims to accommodate larger sensors compared to those in the Xperia 1 VII, including a new telephoto sensor ranging from 1/3" to 1/2" in size. Additionally, a rumored launch date is set for May, with availability expected in June, mirroring the timeline of last year’s model.
