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Sony announces new Pulse Wireless Stereo Headset ‘Elite Edition’
01 Jun 2024 by Sean Stewart / No Comments
Just before all the big news breaks at this year’s E3 2012, Sony has decided to announce that they will be released a new item in the PlayStation accessories “family”. Sony unveils the ‘Pulse Wireless Stereo Headset: Elite Edition’, featuring “BassImpact†technology. -
Sony’s Rumored Gaikai Deal To Enable Backwards Compatibility?
01 Jun 2024 by Tony Hsieh / No Comments
Rumors have been flying everywhere of a deal between Sony and a major cloud-based gaming service. The rumor mill seems to point towards Gaikai has the company in question, and now, even more potential news is floating our way. -
Sony announces new PS Vita video service Nico Nico, will stream E3 2012
29 May 2024 by John Stewart / No Comments
Sony and Nico Nico have announced a new video service set to go live on the PS Vita later this afternoon alongside the Playstation Store update. You can watch a “features” video and learn how you can watch E3 2012 on your PS Vita. -
Watch Sony’s E3 2012 live stream on the web
08 May 2024 by John Stewart / No Comments
If you are counting down the moments until E3 2012, you can now watch a website do that for you. Sony has set up it’s traditional “countdown clock” which will later stream the keynote speech. -
Sony introduces the Crystal White PS Vita, for Japan
08 May 2024 by Sarah Fox / No Comments
Sony has unveiled a new color choice for their PS Vita handheld. The new color ships in June and is named ‘Crystal White’. There is also a new promo trailer to show it off. -
God of War: Ascension first multiplayer screens and details
30 Apr 2024 by John Stewart / No Comments
Sony Santa Monica has unveiled the latest details on their upcoming title ‘God of War: Ascension’, this time Sony will be adding a large multiplayer mechanic to the game. -
Another ‘Huge’ PS3 Exclusive To Be Revealed Thursday?
23 Apr 2024 by Tony Hsieh / No Comments
It seems that Sony is intending to make as big a splash as possible in the time period before E3. On top of the the God of War: Ascension announcement last week, it appears that Sony is prepping yet another big announcement this Thursday. -
Sony patents new controller, a mix of move and dualshock for PS3
19 Apr 2024 by Sean Stewart / No Comments
Though it doesn’t show intent to manufacture, patents are a good way to see what companies are brainstorming for their customer base. Sony recently submitted this patent for a PS3 (move/dualshock) device that would appear to be a steering rig. -
Sony breaks silence on wireless PS3 headset issues
05 Apr 2024 by John Stewart / No Comments
In February, Sony released the 4.10 firmware update for PS3 and after that reports came flooding in that the Sony brand PS3 Wireless headsets were not working properly. Sony is prepared to address these issues and issued a statement for players. -
Sony Intends To Launch PS4 Before Xbox 720
02 Apr 2024 by Tony Hsieh / No Comments
A Sony source has commented that the company is “confident” that they will launch the PS4 ahead of the Xbox 720. A report by VG 24/7 also mentions that launching ahead of the Xbox 720 should mean within a Christmas season window, by the sound of things. -
Reports point to the next Playstation, codename Orbis
28 Mar 2024 by John Stewart / No Comments
A new series of reports are coming in that the next Playstation console is underway and being developed under the codename “Orbis”. -
What Does Sony Have Prepped For Tomorrow’s New Reveal?
21 Mar 2024 by Tony Hsieh / No Comments
PlayStation Norway has posted an image of Norwegian explorer Fridtjof Nansen where Nansen’s face is obscured by the word “uutforsket,” or “unexplored.” Certain websites have also pointed out that it could potentially mean “uncharted.” -
Sony Files Patent On Kinect-Styled Device
21 Feb 2024 by Tony Hsieh / No Comments
Tell me if this sounds familiar: A “User-driven three-dimensional interactive gaming environment using a depth sensing device…” Yes, it seems that Sony is planning making their own version of the Kinect, or at least a “Kinect-esque” device. -
Struggling Vita Sales? Not A Problem, Claims Sony
03 Feb 2024 by Tony Hsieh / No Comments
It’s been no secret that the recent Japanese launch of the PS Vita has made less of a splash than most originally thought. Though it may seem that the Vita is struggling following the launch, Sony apparently disagrees with that assessment. -
Sony to post loss of $2.9 billion, puts hope in new CEO
02 Feb 2024 by Sarah Fox / No Comments
Sony released its financial report today, for the fourth consencitive year in a row, the electronics company has reported a substantial loss. -
PS Vita Games Will Be Cheaper Via PSN
01 Feb 2024 by Tony Hsieh / No Comments
I’m sure you’re all familiar with the crying and moaning over how if games are going to be released digitally, then they should be cheaper than retail copies. Well, Sony apparently feels your pain as they have announced that Vita games will be cheaper when purchased digitally through PSN. -
Sony The Last Of The Big 3 To Announce New Console?
30 Jan 2024 by Tony Hsieh / No Comments
PlayStation France CEO Philippe Cardone doesn’t seem to be bothered at all by all these recent talks of Xbox 720, Wii U, etc. In fact, he claims that Sony is under “less pressure” than rival Nintendo to make any major announcement for their next-gen console. -
PS3 Only Half-Way Through Its 10 Year Cycle, Says Hirai; PS4 Likely Disc-Based
11 Jan 2024 by Tony Hsieh / 1 Comment
Sony has always claimed that the PlayStation 3 has a 10 year life cycle, and if recent comments made by Sony’s Kazuo Hirai are any indication, the company plans to make good on their promise. It seems the 5 year old console won’t be replaced anytime soon. -
Both Xbox 720 AND PS4 To Be Shown At E3?
06 Jan 2024 by Tony Hsieh / No Comments
It has been long rumored that Microsoft will possibly unveil their successor to the Xbox 360 at this year’s E3, but how about getting the Xbox 720 AND PS4 reveals in the same show? Now reports are surfacing that both Microsoft and Sony will be unveiling their next-gen consoles at this year’s show. -
Female Gamers The ‘Untapped Holy Grail’ Says Sony
16 Dec 2023 by Tony Hsieh / No Comments
European PlayStation boss Jim Ryan considers female gamers the “untapped holy grail” for game publishers. In an interview regarding the upcoming PlayStation Vita, Ryan stated that the device’s overall user-friendliness is paving the way for for Sony to target a larger female audience. -
PS3 Leaning Towards Casual Market?
05 Dec 2023 by Tony Hsieh / No Comments
In 2012, Sony will make an effort to target younger gamers and the family market, according to European PlayStation boss Jim Ryan. However, Ryan assures everyone that this does not mean Sony will be neglecting core gamers. -
Will Vita Games Have Multiple Price Points?
30 Nov 2023 by Tony Hsieh / No Comments
In some news that seems rather unorthodox yet obvious, Sony is planning on offering multiple price points on upcoming PS Vita games. The decision is said to be a way to combat the current cheap smartphone gaming landscape. -
Sony Talks PS Vita – What They Learned From The PSP
29 Nov 2023 by Tony Hsieh / 1 Comment
We only have a couple of short months before the amazing PS Vita launches here in North America. In the meantime, SCEE president Jim Ryan offers his thoughts on why the PSP was less than stellar and why the Vita will succeed. -
Lifetime PS3 Sales Nearing Xbox 360′s
02 Nov 2023 by Tony Hsieh / No Comments
Sony may be posting a loss in profit due to recent price cuts for its PlayStation 3 console, but it’s sales numbers are going strong. Throughout its lifetime, the PS3 is nearing the total sales number of the Xbox 360, trailing by just 1.3 million sales. -
Sony readies its financials for weakening Euro
30 Sep 2023 by Sarah Fox / No Comments
The weakening Euro and the troubled European economy has financial advisers and accounts ready for dramatic action at Sony Entertainment.
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