Yesterday two unannounced Sony devices got leaked CAD-based renders and videos, namely the Xperia XA3 and L3. Now the exact same thing has happened for the Xperia XA3 Ultra. Like the name implies, this is likely to launch alongside the XA3 as its bigger sibling. And it's definitely going to be large, sporting a 6.5-inch touchscreen with 1080x2160 resolution and 18:9 aspect ratio. The bezels are uncharacteristically small on all sides for a Sony handset, and that's refreshing to (finally) see, even if this will be nothing more than a mid-ranger. The XA3 Ultra is said to measure 167.4 x 73.3 x 8.3 mm. It comes with dual rear snappers housed in an island that protrudes from the body - so there's definitely going to be a camera bump here. The fingerprint sensor is on the right side of the device, sandwiched in between the power button and volume rocker. More Xperia XA3 Ultra CAD-based renders A USB-C port is on the bottom, the 3.5mm headset jack lives at the top, and that's about everything that has been outed regarding the XA3 Ultra alongside these images. A past benchmark run implied that both the XA3 and XA3 Ultra might be powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 660 SoC, and rumor has it the phones will be offered with up to 6GB of RAM (though the exact amount you get may depend on where you're located). As for storage, 64GB could be the baseline. The XA3 Ultra should run Android 9 Pie out of the box. Given that its predecessor was released in February, we might see it becoming official very early next year. Source<doc-sep>MySmartPrice Update, October 3, 2018 (10:00AM EST): We got our first look at the Sony Xperia XA3 and Sony Xperia L3 yesterday via some new renders, but now it looks like we also are getting a look at the Sony Xperia XA3 Ultra, from the same source (@OnLeaks) via MySmartPrice. The renders of the Sony Xperia XA3 Ultra are below: The renders make it seem that the XA3 Ultra will be very similar to the vanilla XA3, but likely a bit bigger with some beefed-up specs. You can also see a 360-degree render video below: Note the lack of a rear fingerprint sensor, as it appears the Xperia XA3 Ultra will also have a side-mounted sensor, just like its vanilla counterpart. For more information on the XA3 lineup (and the L3), continue reading the original article below. Original Article, October 2, 2018 (11:12PM EST): With the Sony Xperia XA2, Xperia XA2 Ultra, and Xperia L2 coming up on their first birthdays, successors for all three smartphones should be right around the corner. Thanks to renders from known leakster @OnLeaks and leaked specs from MySmartPrice, we might have our first look at the supposedly upcoming Xperia XA3 and Xperia L3. Starting with the Xperia XA3, the renders show off its alleged 5.9-inch display with an 18:9 aspect ratio and 2,160 x 1,080 resolution. Even though the power button remains on the right side, it now doubles as a fingerprint sensor. By comparison, the Xperia XA2 features a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. Elsewhere, the Xperia XA3 reportedly features the Snapdragon 660, up to 6 GB of RAM, 64 GB of internal storage, Bluetooth 5.0, and a USB Type-C port. The phone might also run Android 9 Pie out of the box, retain the headphone jack, feature two rear cameras, and retain the camera shutter button, but little else is known for now. As for the Xperia L3, it looks to succeed this year’s Xperia L2. Based on the renders and PriceBaba‘s report, the Xperia L3 features a 5.7-inch display with an 18:9 aspect ratio and HD+ resolution. The right side reportedly features the volume rocker and a power button that doubles as a fingerprint sensor. The Xperia L3 also reportedly retains its headphone jack and adds a second rear camera. Whereas the Xperia XA3 reportedly sports a horizontally-aligned dual camera arrangement, the Xperia L3 seemingly opts for a vertical arrangement for its two cameras. Finally, Sony might opt for a plastic build for the Xperia L3. Keep in mind that Sony unveiled the Xperia XA2, Xperia XA2 Ultra, and Xperia L2 during CES 2018 in January. It would make sense to see the Xperia XA3 and Xperia L3 announced during CES 2019 in three months. It would also make sense to see relatively low prices for the two new phones. Whereas the Xperia XA2 went for $350 when it launched, the Xperia L2 sold for $250. We can probably expect similar price points for the Xperia XA3 and Xperia L3.<doc-sep>
(Pocket-lint) - Sony Mobile hit plenty of the right notes with its latest flagship phone, the Xperia XZ3, but it's not finished there. It is looking to dominate the mid-range with some rather well spec'ed entries. There has been a lot of chatter about a Sony Xperia XA3 in recent days and now we have specifications and render videos of a couple of other mid-range handsets from the brand: the Sony Xperia XA3 Ultra and Xperia L3. The details and renders of both come from @OnLeaks, via MySmartPrice and Pricebaba respectively. They are based on CAD information gleaned from case manufacturers, so claim to be accurate representations of what both phones look like and the tech they will employ The Sony Xperia XA3 Ultra is said to come with a 6.5-inch Full HD+ 18:9 display and is similar to the standard XA3 in spec. That means it will run on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor with 6GB of RAM. It will also have a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. The Sony Xperia L3 is more entry-level, so has lower spec. It is said to have a 5.7-inch 18:9 HD+ display and fingerprint sensor on the side - as with the XA3. But, for a fairly low cost handset, the dual cameras on the rear could make it very attractive. There's no word yet on launch date, but this year's equivalents were first shown at CES in January, so we could see the same happening at the start of next year. Writing by Rik Henderson.