Sony Holding Press Conference on 25th February

We can confirm that Sony will be holding a low-key press conference at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) tradeshow in Barcelona. The press conference is scheduled for 08.30 local time, so expect to hear about new handsets around then.

Sony Xperia SP ‘‘HuaShan’’ Gains Attention Again

We have a few more details on the upcoming Sony Xperia SP (C530X) ‘HuaShan’ from a trusted source that we thought we’d share. Before we go into what’s new, here’s what we know so far. The Xperia SP will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro MSM8960T chipset with a 1.7GHz Dual-Core Processor and Adreno 320 graphics. We also know it will sport a 720p display.

Sony Xperia SP “Huashan” Images Leaked Again alongside Xperia V

The Sony Xperia SP (C530X), codenamed “Huashan” has appeared in a new bunch of pictures, showing off its wares alongside the Xperia V (LT25i). It is interesting to note that the Xperia SP has a slightly larger build than the 4.3-inch Xperia V. This suggests a larger display for the Xperia SP, perhaps 4.55-inches like the Xperia ion?

Sony Huashan to be Named as Xperia SP

Images of the Sony C5303 HuaShan recently leaked. Those images arrived with some specs, however while we knew this was going to be an Xperia branded device, it was not clear which one it would be. That being said, it would appear as if those details have since been revealed. But keep in mind, while we have seen some confirmation, the details have not yet arrived direct from Sony.

New Sony Xperia Names Out - Xperia SP (C530X) & Xperia L (C210X)

Sony Mobile’s baffling naming convention continues. Indonesia’s Postel Telecom site which so far has a 100% record in unveiling the marketing names for Sony Xperia handsets is at it again. It has revealed that the Sony C530X (C5302, C5303, C5306) ‘Huashan’ will come to the market as the Sony Xperia SP.

Sony ‘HuaShan’ C530X Pictures Leaked

Images of what is believed to be the upcoming Sony C530X ( C5302, C5303, C5306 ), codenamed HuaShan, have leaked. Pictures of the LTE-enabled model (C5303) were left anonymously on the forum at German site USP-Forum.de. The images look legit to us, with the About screen showing that the handset is running Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean, firmware version 12.0.A.0.298 and comes with the 3.4 kernel.

Sony ‘HuaShan’ C530X to come with 1.7GHz Dual-Core Processor

We saw the Sony C530X ( C5303 ), codenamed HuaShan, caught in the AnTuTu Benchmark. It revealed its 1.7GHz processor clock speed, scoring 16,133 in the benchmark. Little else was known at that stage, but an outing on GLBenchmark reveals a few more details.

Sony ‘HuaShan’ C5303 Caught in Benchmark's

The Sony C530X model number, codenamed HuaShan, was revealed by Picasa. Now it has appeared in the AnTuTu Benchmark, outing a 1.7GHz Processor Dock Speed. It doesn't confirm how many CPU cores the phone has, but as this is a mid-range model, it’s very likely we’re looking at a dual-core 1.7GHz Chipset. The handset was running Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean in the test and scored 16,133. 

New Sony ‘HuaShan’ C530X Model Number Uncovered

Another new Sony Xperia Model is on the horizon. Picasa has revealed the Sony C5303 model number, codenamed "HuaShan". This phone is expected to launch in a number of regions globally. Our sources tell us that the Sony C530X will have a number of model numbers ( C5302, C5303, C5306 ) along with a release in China.