Sony Xperia 1 VII Might Launch Globally in July, Japan Release Expected First

Highlights

• Sony Xperia 1 VII is expected to launch first in Japan on 15 May 2025 with a global release likely delayed until July.
• As of now, no official US launch date is confirmed.
• The flagship device will feature Snapdragon 8 Elite chip and 12GB RAM, as revealed by its recent Geekbench listing.
• Sony may also unveil its next-gen WH-1000XM6 wireless headphones alongside the Xperia 1 VII.

Caption – Sony Xperia 1 VII previously leaked render. (Image credit – OnLeaks/Xpertpick)

Sony fans might have to wait a bit longer for the global launch of the Xperia 1 VII. While the next-gen flagship is gearing up for its debut, reports suggest that its international release could be delayed.

Here’s what we know so far.

Xperia 1 VII to Launch in Japan First

Sony is expected to officially unveil the Xperia 1 VII later this month with Japan likely being the first to get the phone.

According to a recent report from Sumaho Digest, the device is set to launch in Japan on 15th May 2025. But if you’re outside of Japan, especially in regions like Europe, you might not see the phone hit shelves until July.

It is important to note that there’s still no official word on when it will launch in the US and all of this is based on speculation for now. More interestingly, if the May 15 Japan launch date is accurate, it would follow the same schedule as last year’s Xperia 1 VI, which was also introduced on 15th May 2024.

Flagship Specs and Headphone Rumours

The Xperia 1 VII is expected to come packed with top-tier features like the latest Qualcomm chipset and powerful camera hardware. It recently showed up on Geekbench, revealing a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip and 12GB of RAM.

Sony is also working on its next-gen wireless headphones, the WH-1000XM6. These were spotted on the FCC database earlier this year and also received IMDA certification. There’s a chance Sony could unveil the headphones alongside the Xperia 1 VII, but nothing is confirmed yet.

FAQs

Q1. When will the Sony Xperia 1 VII launch?

Answer. The Sony Xperia 1 VII is expected to launch in Japan first on 15 May 2025, with a global release likely delayed until July. There is no confirmed US launch date yet.

Q2. What are the rumoured specifications of the Xperia 1 VII?

Answer. The Xperia 1 VII was recently spotted on Geekbench, revealing a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip and 12GB of RAM, suggesting powerful flagship-level performance.

Q3. Will Sony launch new headphones alongside the Xperia 1 VII?

Answer. Sony’s next-gen WH-1000XM6 wireless headphones were recently spotted in FCC and IMDA certifications, leading to speculation that they could launch alongside the Xperia 1 VII.

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