The Xperia 1 II, Sony's most expensive flagship, is edging ever closer to being released. Due this quarter, Sony has hinted that we could be just days away from a proper unveiling. The device's €1,119 (~US$1,227.40) launch price may be a sticking point for most people, though.
https://www.notebookcheck.net/Xperia-1-II-Sony-hints-at-upcoming-release-date-for-its-most-expensive-flagship.461618.0.html
The delay was not caused by Covid, they are fixing camera related issues.