The Sony Xperia 1 IV launched while I was buggering about in the US, boasting upgraded camera features, fresh gaming tools and updated specs. Ahead of my review here's a thorough look at the Sony Xperia 1 IV, but is the Mark 4 for anyone but hardcore fans, especially with that terrifying UK asking price.

This week's smartphone launches include the Oppo Reno 8 series, with three new handsets: the Reno 8, Pro and Pro Plus. These mid-range mobiles should be good for gaming and hopefully serve up solid camera tech again, with Oppo's Marisilicon X NPU on board. Here's hoping the Reno 8 Pro Plus and co. hit the UK soon for a full review.

So are you tempted by the Sony Xperia 1 IV or Oppo's Reno 8? Or perhaps you wanna hang on for the Xiaomi 12 Ultra, with its Leica branded camera hardware?

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0:00 - Nice to see you
0:25 - Sony Xperia 1 IV
4:57 - Oppo Reno 8 Series
6:03 - Xiaomi 12 Ultra & Leica
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