Like collecting weird phones? This absurdly tall Xperia prototype might be right up your alley
Published on: 2025-07-14 23:01:51
TL;DR A rare Sony Xperia prototype is currently available for purchase.
First showcased at MWC 2019, this prototype device is taller than any Xperia phone to reach production.
It packs Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 855 chip, 6GB RAM, and 128GB storage and costs just $250.
In addition to their exceptional pro-grade cameras, Sony’s Xperia flagships are known for their tall, skinny designs and ultra-widescreen 21:9 aspect ratio 4K displays. Although Sony has switched to an inferior 19.5:9 aspect ratio 1080p display on its latest Xperia 1 VI and made the phone a little shorter and broader than its predecessor, it remains skinnier compared to flagship phones from Samsung and OnePlus. The Xperia 1 VI is still an excellent choice for fans of Sony’s tall and skinny design, but if you’re not satisfied with the recent changes, there’s a rare Xperia prototype that may pique your interest.
First showcased at MWC 2019, this 5G mmWave Xperia prototype features a 21:9 aspect ratio OLED display and has a
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