# Sculpted Expandable Smartphones The Xperia XA2 Plus Smartphone Packs Hi-Res Audio and More By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-07-11 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xperia-xa2-plus References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/sony-xperia-xa2-plus-smartphone-announced-video-11-07-2018/) & [blogs.sonymobile](https://blogs.sonymobile.com/press_release/new-xperia-xa2-plus-features-gorgeous-189-display-sonys-hi-res-audio-technology/) The Xperia XA2 Plus smartphone is a powerful new device from the technology brand that will provide consumers with access to impressive specs in a compact frame that is sculpted and sleek. The smartphone features a 6 inch display that has an FHD+ resolution and an 18:9 aspect ration to keep the focus on the screen rather than the surrounding frame. The device features a [Qualcomm](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-xperia-1-vii) Snapdragon 630 processor along with a choice of either 4GB of RAM and 32GB of storage or 6GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. The Xperia XA2 Plus smartphone comes in several stylish color options, boasts a 23MP [Sony](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-xperia-5-v) Exmor RS camera and can even be outfitted with a microSD card up to 400GB in size to make it ready for all a user's data. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sculpted Expandable Smartphones:** Opportunity for smartphone manufacturers to focus on compact designs with expandable storage capabilities. - **Hi-res Audio in Smartphones:** Opportunity for smartphone brands to differentiate themselves by integrating high-quality audio features into their devices. - **18:9 Aspect Ratio Displays:** Opportunity for smartphone companies to offer immersive viewing experiences with displays featuring a wider aspect ratio. ### Where This Applies - **Smartphone Manufacturing:** Potential for smartphone manufacturers to innovate with sculpted designs, expandable storage, and high-quality audio features. - **Camera Technology:** Opportunity for camera technology companies to develop advanced sensors and lenses to support high-resolution photography in smartphones. - **Memory and Storage Solutions:** Opportunity for memory and storage solution providers to supply expandable options, such as microSD cards, to support the increasing data requirements of smartphones. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flagship AI-Powered Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-xperia-1-vii.md) - [Masterful Photography Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-xperia-5-v.md) - [Hyper-Speedy Photography Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-xperia-1-iv.md) - [Durable Everyday Lifestyle Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-xperia-10-iv.md) - [Expansive Display Android Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honor-play-50-plus.md) - [Photography-Centric Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ax-phone.md) - [Premium Camera-Intact Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xperia-5-v.md) - [Slim Precision Smartphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honor-x8b.md) - [Image Sensor-Upgrade Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xperia-1-v.md)