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product_id: 48619491
title: "Xperia XA1 SIM-Free Smartphone - Black"
brand: "sony"
price: "€ 148.14"
currency: EUR
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# Snapdragon Octa-core 2.3GHz Super-fast 4G LTE 23MP Hybrid Autofocus Xperia XA1 SIM-Free Smartphone - Black

**Brand:** sony
**Price:** € 148.14
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📱 Sony Xperia XA1: Power, Precision, and Style in Your Palm

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Xperia XA1 SIM-Free Smartphone - Black by sony
- **How much does it cost?** € 148.14 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.it](https://www.desertcart.it/products/48619491-xperia-xa1-sim-free-smartphone-black)

## Best For

- sony enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sony brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Power Through Your Day:** Efficient Snapdragon Octa-core processor paired with 3GB RAM delivers smooth multitasking and optimum speed.
- • **Stay Connected Anywhere:** Experience blazing-fast 4G LTE connectivity for seamless streaming, browsing, and calls.
- • **Long-Lasting Battery Life:** 2300mAh battery with super stamina mode keeps you powered for days, even under heavy use.
- • **Designed for Comfort & Style:** Sleek, ergonomic design fits perfectly in your hand—because your phone should feel as good as it looks.
- • **Capture Life in Stunning Detail:** 23MP rear camera with Hybrid autofocus and 0.6s quick capture means you never miss a moment.

## Overview

The Sony Xperia XA1 SIM-Free Smartphone combines a professional-grade 23MP camera with hybrid autofocus and ultra-fast 0.6-second capture, a powerful Snapdragon Octa-core 2.3GHz processor, and reliable 4G LTE connectivity. Its sleek 5-inch display and ergonomic design make it a perfect fit for on-the-go millennials seeking performance and style without the premium price tag. With 3GB RAM, 32GB storage, and a 2300mAh battery optimized for long-lasting use, this phone balances efficiency and elegance for everyday productivity and entertainment.

## Description

Free delivery and returns on eligible orders. Buy Sony Xperia XA1 SIM-Free Smartphone - Black at desertcart UK.

Review: No nitpicking. - I am not a Phone Guru, lets get that straight, so this is not an all techie review, moaning and nitpicking. I love this phone. It feels solid in my big hands, nice feel, and good looking ratios. You actually have places to rest your fingers, so as not to dirty up the screen. The camera is awesome, packed into a tiny space, can't compare to a real camera, but its a phone! The software runs smooth and fast, with no slow down. For the price I think you would be hard to find better, a brand name, and very good build quality. My only gripe, is not about the phone, but the covers you can buy. There are a lot, but they all seem to be cute! With flowers, lace patterns, little animals! Not to be sexiest but I am a man, could we have some more masculine designs, like cars, dragons, sci fi fantasy stuff. That kind of thing. Overall if you need a very good branded phone, at a reasonable price, then you can't go wrong. Update. I have had the phone for a while now, and well, it is brilliant, Charges up in 30 minutes! On standby the battery lasts for ages, and if you cant get to a charger, put it n supper stamina mode, and the battery will last all week! In heavy use I still get a good day or so, and that's playing games and watching movies. It still feels very solid, and well made, and very good looking, I have the Gold one. Who needs an Apple or Samsung at more than twice the price. Sony has made a real winner, don't listen to the moaners, buy one, then tell you friends and family to buy one.
Review: Good hardware, good android platform, but poor software implementation. - Been using the phone for a week decided to post my thoughts. I was looking for a new phone to replace my ageing but still reliable Lumia 800, as I didn't want to spend hundreds on an iPhone, I looked at a mid range Android device. I already have another Android phone for work so when I saw that Sony had a dual-sim phone I thought it was worth a look, especially as it was the same price as a single-sim Hardware wise, its lightweight, fits in the pocket and doesn't feel flimsy. Its got a decent camera (a bit of a faff to use initially but you get use to it) on and the screen is very, very good. Battery seems to last a few days with normal use. As I mentioned, its dual-sim which was a primary was a primary reason for the purchase. So why only 3 stars, well it's the software side of it. It comes with Android 7 Nougat which is a solid platform, the problems start with software that is supplied and been installed by Sony. There is so much 'Bloatware' that comes with the phone it is beyond funny. You get all the standard Google Apps, you get Apps for Facebook, desertcart, whole load of apps for adding effects for selfies and AVG anti-virus. All great you say, however Sony have designated these all as System Apps meaning you can't uninstall them. All you can do is disable them, you can remove any updates but the original app will remain taking up storage space. The worst offender is their "What's New" App (I use the word app loosely here as it is nothing but advertising for Sony's Mobile store). It can't be disabled either, all you can do is go into the app and turn off the auto updates, turn off the notifications and revoke all permissions in Android Settings. Also I would recommend that you go into the Security settings and turn off the access to App Usage data. It does not affect any OTA system updates as I still got a firmware update a few days after the phone was turned on or you can use the Companion Software and update via your computer. This has been an ongoing problem with Sony products and forums are littered with complaints about the 'software' Sony bundles with their phones, one would of hoped they would learnt from the rootkit fiasco. I previously had the same problem with a Sony laptop, but at least I was able to uninstall the software on my laptop, I can't on my phone, and now I just have space being wasted by apps I will never use. I don't know of any universe where Facebook can be considered a system app. Please Sony just stop filling your devices with bloatware, please just stop!! In summary good hardware, good android platform, but poor software implementation by Sony, so only 3 stars. UPDATE: December 2017. Been using for several months now, and found a problem when buying this phone with standard generic firmware i.e from stock from Sony (via desertcart) rather than getting it directly from the network, with their customised firmware. No in-built Wi-Fi calling. I'm on EE and I have poor signal in the area I'm often based, they suggested using Wifi calling but they only provide wifi calling on the XA1 if you get the device directly from them and they don't seem to supply the Dual Sim version. You could use something like Whats-App or other messaging apps, but no built in support is really poor. So looking for a new phone. Bloatware still continues to be a problem and you have to meticulously go through all the permissions on the updates from Sony (applies to other apps as well) as some of the permission requests seem questionable to say the least.

## Features

- 23MP rear camera with Hybrid autofocus and 0.6S quick capture
- Seamless design that fits in your hand
- The latest high efficiency Octa-core processor with super-fast 4G network technology
- Optimum speed

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B06X9QZSQC |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Battery Average Life | 23 Hours |
| Battery Description | Lithium Ion |
| Battery Power | 2300 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 42,832 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 1,545 in SIM-Free & Unlocked Mobile Phones |
| Biometric Security Feature | Fingerprint Recognition |
| Brand | Sony |
| Brand Name | Sony |
| CPU model | Snapdragon |
| CPU speed | 2300 MHz |
| Camera Description | Rear |
| Camera Flash Type | Rear Camera Flash |
| Cellular Technology | 4G |
| Colour | Black |
| Compatible Devices | No Compatible Devices |
| Connector Type | 3.5mm Jack |
| Customer Reviews | 3.6 out of 5 stars 768 Reviews |
| Digital Zoom | 5 |
| Display Pixel Density | 294 Pixels Per Inch (PPI) |
| Display Type | LCD |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 2 Years |
| Effective Video Resolution | 8 Pixels |
| External Testing Certification | CE |
| Flash Memory Supported Size Maximum | 256 GB |
| Form Factor | Touchscreen-Handy |
| Frame Rate | 30 fps, 60 fps |
| Front Photo Sensor Resolution | 8 MP |
| GPS Geotagging Functionality | True |
| Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm |
| Human Interface Types | Touchscreen |
| Item Dimensions | 6 x 1 x 10 centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Sony Xperia XA1 32 GB 5.0" Black - UK Sim Free |
| Item Weight | 0.2 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Sony |
| Material Features | sustainable |
| Maximum Display Resolution | 720 x 1280 |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 32 GB |
| Memory storage capacity | 32 GB |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Network Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth |
| Number of Front Cameras | 1 |
| Number of Rear Facing Cameras | 1 |
| Operating System | android |
| Operating system | android |
| Optical Sensor Resolution | 23 MP |
| Processor Series | Snapdragon |
| Processor Speed | 2300 MHz |
| Product Features | Camera, GPS., USB., flash., radio, touch, wifi. |
| RAM Memory Installed | 3 GB |
| RAM memory installed size | 3 GB |
| Rear Facing Camera Photo Sensor Resolution | 23 MP |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 |
| SIM Card Slot Count | Single SIM |
| Screen Size | 5 Inches |
| Shooting Modes | Automatic |
| Sim Card Size | Micro |
| Specific Uses For Product | Photography, Entertainment |
| Unit Count | 1.00 Count |
| Video Capture Resolution | 4k |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Network Technology | LTE |
| Wireless Provider | ALGAR |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Sony
- **CPU model:** Snapdragon
- **CPU speed:** 2.3 GHz
- **Memory storage capacity:** 32 GB
- **Model name:** XA1
- **Operating system:** android
- **RAM memory installed size:** 3 GB
- **Refresh rate:** 60 Hz
- **Resolution:** 720 x 1280
- **Screen size:** 5 Inches

## Images

![Xperia XA1 SIM-Free Smartphone - Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/713ucbglx5L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is the battery life like? And is the non hd screen noticeable?**
A: Without moderate use I get two days out of the battery. The screen is great do not notice anything untoward regarding quality

**Q: What is the warrentry?**
A: This is wrong! sony only give you a one year warranty on all products.

**Q: Is the phone sim free to use in any country outside uk or is this locked to be used in the uk only?**
A: Sim Free means it can be used anywhere in the world. Sim free is unlocked.

**Q: Is this a unlocked version of this phone?**
A: Yes, fully sim free. Put whatever you want in it!

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ No nitpicking.
*by S***M on 21 July 2017*

I am not a Phone Guru, lets get that straight, so this is not an all techie review, moaning and nitpicking. I love this phone. It feels solid in my big hands, nice feel, and good looking ratios. You actually have places to rest your fingers, so as not to dirty up the screen. The camera is awesome, packed into a tiny space, can't compare to a real camera, but its a phone! The software runs smooth and fast, with no slow down. For the price I think you would be hard to find better, a brand name, and very good build quality. My only gripe, is not about the phone, but the covers you can buy. There are a lot, but they all seem to be cute! With flowers, lace patterns, little animals! Not to be sexiest but I am a man, could we have some more masculine designs, like cars, dragons, sci fi fantasy stuff. That kind of thing. Overall if you need a very good branded phone, at a reasonable price, then you can't go wrong. Update. I have had the phone for a while now, and well, it is brilliant, Charges up in 30 minutes! On standby the battery lasts for ages, and if you cant get to a charger, put it n supper stamina mode, and the battery will last all week! In heavy use I still get a good day or so, and that's playing games and watching movies. It still feels very solid, and well made, and very good looking, I have the Gold one. Who needs an Apple or Samsung at more than twice the price. Sony has made a real winner, don't listen to the moaners, buy one, then tell you friends and family to buy one.

### ⭐⭐⭐ Good hardware, good android platform, but poor software implementation.
*by A***R on 14 July 2017*

Been using the phone for a week decided to post my thoughts. I was looking for a new phone to replace my ageing but still reliable Lumia 800, as I didn't want to spend hundreds on an iPhone, I looked at a mid range Android device. I already have another Android phone for work so when I saw that Sony had a dual-sim phone I thought it was worth a look, especially as it was the same price as a single-sim Hardware wise, its lightweight, fits in the pocket and doesn't feel flimsy. Its got a decent camera (a bit of a faff to use initially but you get use to it) on and the screen is very, very good. Battery seems to last a few days with normal use. As I mentioned, its dual-sim which was a primary was a primary reason for the purchase. So why only 3 stars, well it's the software side of it. It comes with Android 7 Nougat which is a solid platform, the problems start with software that is supplied and been installed by Sony. There is so much 'Bloatware' that comes with the phone it is beyond funny. You get all the standard Google Apps, you get Apps for Facebook, Amazon, whole load of apps for adding effects for selfies and AVG anti-virus. All great you say, however Sony have designated these all as System Apps meaning you can't uninstall them. All you can do is disable them, you can remove any updates but the original app will remain taking up storage space. The worst offender is their "What's New" App (I use the word app loosely here as it is nothing but advertising for Sony's Mobile store). It can't be disabled either, all you can do is go into the app and turn off the auto updates, turn off the notifications and revoke all permissions in Android Settings. Also I would recommend that you go into the Security settings and turn off the access to App Usage data. It does not affect any OTA system updates as I still got a firmware update a few days after the phone was turned on or you can use the Companion Software and update via your computer. This has been an ongoing problem with Sony products and forums are littered with complaints about the 'software' Sony bundles with their phones, one would of hoped they would learnt from the rootkit fiasco. I previously had the same problem with a Sony laptop, but at least I was able to uninstall the software on my laptop, I can't on my phone, and now I just have space being wasted by apps I will never use. I don't know of any universe where Facebook can be considered a system app. Please Sony just stop filling your devices with bloatware, please just stop!! In summary good hardware, good android platform, but poor software implementation by Sony, so only 3 stars. UPDATE: December 2017. Been using for several months now, and found a problem when buying this phone with standard generic firmware i.e from stock from Sony (via Amazon) rather than getting it directly from the network, with their customised firmware. No in-built Wi-Fi calling. I'm on EE and I have poor signal in the area I'm often based, they suggested using Wifi calling but they only provide wifi calling on the XA1 if you get the device directly from them and they don't seem to supply the Dual Sim version. You could use something like Whats-App or other messaging apps, but no built in support is really poor. So looking for a new phone. Bloatware still continues to be a problem and you have to meticulously go through all the permissions on the updates from Sony (applies to other apps as well) as some of the permission requests seem questionable to say the least.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic, but slippery in hand and uses non-standard USB connector so you may need to buy additional USB cables
*by A***R on 27 July 2017*

After 4 or 5 days of waiting at home, including receiving 2 empty broken seal boxes and the 3rd package being delivered to some mystery person instead of me, I received my new phone to replace my failed old Samsung S3. After a little over a week's use, and a few initial hiccups, I am happy to report that all is well. The screen is fantastic, the camera is fantastic even in low-light. The phone itself seems fast. I only make one or two calls per day and check emails and messages now and again and the battery only goes down by about 25 % PER DAY even with Bluetooth turned on. In comparison, my old S3 battery was dead before bed every day. One of my main motivations for choosing this particular phone, besides price/spec, was their claim that it can be used with one hand. This has tuned out to be quite true, which is brilliant, because my old S3 was just a tad too wide to do this. The only negative, related to one-handed operation is that it is REALLY slippery in the hand. Of course, I need to find a case that fixes this issue... With the phone as-received, the Bluetooth audio did not work with my Huawei Watch 2 smart watch, and I was on the verge of returning the phone. However, luckily, after doing the software update that it kept reminding me to do, it all works nicely and I can make phone calls just using my watch. Gave it 4 stars instead of 5 because of Sony's VERY ANNOYING choice of a non-standard mini USB connector. This means that I have to carry the included USB cable everywhere, or buy additional cables for home/work/car etc. Overall, very pleased with this purchase! Just need a good case...

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