NTT DoCoMo has updated its product page for the Xperia A2 (SO-04F) to reveal that the handset will go on sale in Japan on Thursday 19 June 2014. Prices have still yet to be published. The Xperia A2 shares the same specifications as the Xperia Z1 f (known as Xperia Z1 Compact globally), but has a matte plastic back and comes in new colours such as Lavender and Orange, as well as Grey Black and White.
The Xperia A2 has a 4.3-inch 720p display and is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8974 chipset with 2.2GHz quad-core processor and Adreno 330 graphics. It features 2GB RAM, 16GB internal storage, microSD memory card support, IP55/IP58 certification for dust and water resistance, a 20.7MP Exmor RS camera, a 2.2MP Exmor R front camera and a 2300mAh battery.