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It looks like a prototype version of Sony’s upcoming new flagship phone, the Xperia Yuga, might have leaked into the wild. A Russian site claims to have got their meaty paws on one, and have published photos to prove it. It’s gotta be said, this looks like one serious beast.
The phone is rumoured to be in possession of a 5-inch 1080p HD display, which would put it on the verge of phablet territory. Even so, the photos seem to show a distinct lack of bezel, so the physical size of the device could be more Nexus 4 size. Other supposed specs include a quad-core processor of some description, and a socking great 13 megapixel camera.
Mobile Review have a history of getting their hands on genuine prototypes, so although we’d take these photos with a pinch of salt, it should be a good indicator of what’s to come. Hopefully, the unveil should be at CES in less than a month, so we’ll have a chance to take a proper look then. In the meantime, can I make one request to people who get a sneak preview of devices like this? Use a proper freaking camera. I’ve had enough of your blurry, noisy crap; how hard can it be to get your hands on a decent phone camera, or even an SLR if you’re willing to push the boat out. [Mobile Review via Techradar]
“..how hard can it be to get your hands on a decent phone camera”
Ah, but if they used a proper camera, the clues that identify it as a fake would be harder to hide…
Mmmmm nice. It looks just like my gorgeous iPhone 5.
(but less scratched).
Instead Sony should had teamed up with Google to put more N4 in the production line since there is such a high demand!
Sorry what? Sony should have offered to make a phone for LG? Can’t see that happening? Also do you have any idea of the time and cost of setting up a specific production line process. This cost is part of the reason the Nexus 4 has LTE parts, because it’s cheaper to include those parts then it is to make the change from the setup of the Oprimus G.
Darrell, did you leave your sarcasm filter on mate?
Sorry when did I say Sony should make for LG exactly? Google is what I was on about if I remember (course I do!) and Sony does NOT have to do a exact copy of LG parts, Sony have phones already with latest specs.
“Instead Sony should had teamed up with Google to put more N4 in the production line since there is such a high demand!”
This is the part when you said that Sony should make an LG phone. Just to clarify. It seemed as though you needed a little extra direction. Just a nudge in the right direction. Here is another; the N4 is made by LG. If Sony were to “put more N4 in the production line” they would be making an LG handset.
Perhaps you need a little clarification, Galaxy Nexus was produced by Samsung FYI. Nexus could be built by any manufacturer, regardless if its Sony or LG or Samsung. Hope this helps
Thanks for attempting to clarify things. Unfortunately, it didn’t really help. There is the simple aspect that the N4 is produced by LG. It is an LG designed and engineered hand set. If Sony were to start producing similar handsets, they would not be Nexus 4s. Conversely, if Toshiba decided to pluck themselves back into the hardware business and produce Galaxy Nexus devices they wouldn’t be Galaxy Nexus devices.
Would they still be a Nexus? Yes. Would it be the same? No.
Your original comment could only make sense if given as the following:
“Instead Sony should had teamed up with Google to make their own Nexus device as there is such a high demand!”
Right, I need the edit button now
I need add nothing to what Ontologica said.
I thought “phablet” was on your booboo list?
Sony will find some way to fuck it up
Hummmm. How about a super out dated version of Android? Hummm maybe not this time. Let me se… I know! How about wrapping the Android SO in such a crappy skin that some people won’t even realise it’s an Android device?
No Micro SD or removable battery and a locked bootloader.
Bloody hell mate, I couldn’t think of such unspeakable evil deeds even if I tried!