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We've always found Sony's mid-range interesting, with an edge-to-edge display and a version of Android that really stays close to what Google imagines it should be like, but with a slight twist.That idea helps make the Xperia XA2 worth checking out, as...
The PitchSony's Xperia XZ2 and XZ2 Compact generated a lot of buzz at this year's Mobile World Congress. However, the bulk of that buzz was focused on potentially-niche but genuinely-neat features like the rumble-style Dynamic Vibration and support for...
New mid-range. Sony is refreshing its smartphone product lineup, beginning with the 5.2-inch Xperia XA2 mid-range smartphone, which aims to please with qualities such as having the fast Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 SoC, a Full HD display, and a 23-MP camera....
The Sony Xperia XA2 hits the right balance between good looks and an affordable price. Simple to use, it's a phone for those that love photography but are not interested in portrait mode. Its mid-range status means it's not the fastest nor does it have...
Build QualityPhone Set UpFeaturesCamera & VideoBattery LifeOur Sony Xperia XA2 review finds refinements all round, with the most noticeable being the selfie camera, which enjoys a super wide angle lens.This is the third generation of the XA series and...
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The Xperia XA2 sits in a slightly odd place. It offers solid specs and performance for the price, but the 16:9 screen and chunky body are already out of step with the competition, and the camera just can't keep up at all.If 4K or slow-motion videos are...
We feel confident in saying that this is one of the best phones Sony has produced for ages. For the price, it looks great, lasts a long time and takes (mostly) great pictures. We look forward to seeing what Sony unveils...
The Sony Xperia XA2 is a solid phone that, like most other Sony devices, has not switched quickly to the trends of the moment.It doesn't have an 18:9 display, instead using a more conventional 16:9 aspect ratio, and shares camera tech with its...
So, what's the verdict – yay or nay? Well, let's take a step back and first examine Sony's pricing: in the US, the Xperia XA2 will cost you $349.99, and the Xperia XA2 Ultra will set you back $449.99. This pricing is actually reasonable as it's on par...
As much as I loved the Xperia XA1, the XA2 is a big upgrade in so many areas. The design has been reworked for a more premium finish, while the impressive battery life and gorgeous display also boost this phone over most other mid-rangers. For just £300...
“The Sony Xperia XA2 manages to pack in more specs and features than you might expect for the money, with its screen, camera and battery being the highlights. The design is a bit weaker and it's not a powerhouse, but it's good value.”Best Sony Xperia...
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