[Smartphone] Sony Xperia Z5 unvieled at IFA 2015

Sony today unveiled its next-generation Xperia Z5 at IFA, Berlin. The device is engineered to make everyday experiences better.

The device presents a svelte continuous plate form, with a metal frame and frosted glass back. It is striking, comfortable to hold and waterproof for everyday convenience. With a 5.2-inch display, the smartphone possesses sleek looks and fashion and interior design cues.

The smartphone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor, featuring octa-core CPUs, 64-bit capabilities and ultra-fast 4G LTE speeds, letting you reach new levels of performance for video, photography and gaming.

The smartphone features brand new large 1/2.3 Exmor RS for mobile 23 MP sensor and F2.0 G Lens. It is the company's first completely re-imagined smartphone camera module since Sony Xperia Z1. It is designed with interchangeable lens camera technology for clear, vivid imagery every time.

If claims are to be believed, the camera is capable of the fastest auto-focus in a smartphone, a powerful blend of speed and accuracy to capture split-second moments with ease. It delivers a ground-breaking speed of just 0.037 seconds, faster than the blink of a human eye.

A combination of the large sensor and advanced processing software lets you get close to subjects, whether it be a landmark, architecture or other objects of interest, with 5x clear image zoom with minimum loss of quality.

The device represent iconic Sony craftsmanship with premium materials throughout, including frosted glass finishing to the rear and a subtly etched Xperia logo side engraving, as well as capless USB for quick efficient connection and charging.

To the side, a new integrated fingerprint sensor power button means each device is personal, protected and easily unlockable with a simple pick up and press in one natural movement. It will also support the FIDO standard; authentication via fingerprint for online payment services.

The device is equipped with incredible up to two-day battery stamina and innovative power-saving technology, which gives you superior long-lasting battery performance. With Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 enabled, once can get 5.5 hours usage with just 10 minutes of charging with a certified Quick Charge 2.0 charger.

The smartphone will launch globally from October 2015. It will be available in both Single SIM and Dual SIM variants. Colors range from elegant to expressive for any personal style or taste - White, Graphite Black, Gold and Green.