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Sony reduces PlayStation 5 sales goal

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Sony reduces PlayStation 5 sales goal

Sony announced that it’s reducing its sales forecast for the PlayStation 5, now expecting to sell 21 million units instead of the previously projected 25 million due to weaker sales during the holiday season. The company doesn’t plan to release any major games next year. Instead, it’s focusing on entertainment and image sensors. Sony’s operating … Read more

Nikon, Sony, Canon Sign Digital Watermarks on Images to Thwart Deepfakes

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Nikon, Sony, Canon Sign Digital Watermarks on Images to Thwart Deepfakes

Camera giants (Nikon, Sony, Canon) fight deepfakes with digital signatures. Signatures include crucial details for tamper resistance. Verify, a free web tool, ensures image authenticity. In a collaborative effort to combat the rising threat of deepfake images, industry giants Nikon, Sony, and Canon are set to introduce cutting-edge technology that embeds digital signatures in their … Read more

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Director reveals some Mini changes

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Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Director reveals some Mini changes

The Gold Saucer was a standout location within the game. Hamaguchi confirmed that it will feature an even greater variety of mini-games. Hamaguchi hinted that Square Enix is fully aware of the fans’ high expectations. Naoki Hamaguchi, the Director of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, recently discussed how the upcoming remake will approach the beloved Gold … Read more

Sony’s Revenue Surges Due to Strong PS5 Sales

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Sony's Revenue Surges Due to Strong PS5 Sales

Sony’s Q1 quarterly report (April–June) shows a 33% revenue increase. The company’s music division is also performing well, with revenue increasing by 13% year-on-year. The future prospects for certain divisions within Sony for the rest of the year seem less optimistic. Sony’s Q1 quarterly report (April–June) shows a 33% revenue increase, driven by growth in … Read more

iPhone 16 enhanced camera tech and promising sensor upgrade

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iPhone 16 enhanced camera tech and promising sensor upgrade

Anticipation for iPhone 15 series release early details about 2024 iPhone 16 emerge. The report hints at superior camera technology for iPhone 16. Sony’s Exmor T sensor is likely a candidate for a camera upgrade. The iPhone 15 series is coming soon. People are eager for Apple’s new lineup, but there’s already news about the … Read more

Biopic of legendary martial arts master Bruce Lee in works by Sony

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bruce lee biopic

The film will be directed by Ang Lee, known for Life of Pi and Brokeback Mountain. His son Mason Lee will play the legendary Chinese martial arts master. Capote and Foxcatcher author Dan Futterman will adapt the script for the film. Sony is planning to produce Bruce Lee’s biopic, with Oscar-winning director Ang Lee expected … Read more

Sony to offer free reward points to Playstation users

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Sony to offer free reward points
  • A PlayStation 4 or 5 is required to participate in the PlayStation Stars program.
  • Rewards include artwork and 3D replicas of many Sony-related objects.
  • By October, PlayStation Stars should be available on PS4 and PS5.

PlayStation owners will soon be able to receive free digital goodies through a new Sony initiative. This month’s end will see the global rollout of the PlayStation Stars program.

A PlayStation 4 or 5 is required to participate in the rewards program.

You will have to perform a series of tasks, such as winning a certain trophy or just using your system to play a game, to earn loyalty points that can be exchanged for a variety of free gifts.

During yesterday night’s State of Play event, Sony made the news and said that the program will debut in Asia in September before expanding to North America and Europe in the coming weeks.

You can use the loyalty points you accumulate to purchase PS Store games and various “digital collectibles” by converting them into PSN wallet dollars. This features artwork and 3D replicas of many Sony-related objects. At the most recent State of Play, some of these treasures were displayed, including a Sony MP3 player, a replica PS3, and an Ape Escape diorama.

These collectibles, according to Sony, are meant to be:

“Digital representations of things that PlayStation fans enjoy, including figurines of beloved and iconic characters from games and other forms of entertainment, as well as cherished devices that tap into Sony’s history of innovation.”

There will always be something fresh to collect and brag about to your friends, Sony also implied in its statement on the roster of virtual goods.

However, the collectibles cannot be utilized as NFTs and do not leverage blockchain technology, according to Sony’s Vice President of Network Advertising Loyalty and Licensed Merchandise, Grace Chen.

By October, PlayStation Stars should be available on PS4 and PS5.

 

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Sony provides first look at PlayStation Stars collectibles

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PlayStation Stars

PlayStation Stars awards you points for using your PS5 or PS4. Points can be exchanged for digital collectibles such as Ape Escape dioramas and model PS3s. Rewards can be converted into PSN wallet dollars to purchase titles from the PS Store. PlayStation Stars, Sony’s future reward programme, will be available later this year. The free … Read more

Sony releases gaming phone with latest specs

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Sony releases gaming phone
  • Xperia I IV Gaming Edition is strangely even less expensive at $1,225 than the original.
  • It has a 6.5-inch, 21:9 OLED screen with 4K resolution and a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
  • Sony has increased the maximum RAM capacity to 16 GB.

Sony is renowned for producing high-end smartphones and cameras at exorbitant costs.

It was strange that Sony hadn’t introduced a gaming smartphone before now given the company’s history with the PlayStation.

Before you get too excited, it is just a modified Sony Xperia 1 IV, not a full-on gaming phone like the Asus ROG Phone 6.

It has extra ports, more RAM, and active cooling, and is referred to as the Xperia 1 IV Gaming Edition. Everything else about it is the same as the original Xperia 1 Mark IV.

If you followed the original Xperia 1 IV, you are already familiar with the spec list.

It has a 6.5-inch, 21:9 OLED screen with 4K resolution and a refresh rate of 120 Hz.

It is powered by Samsung’s original Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip, which features a CPU and GPU that are slightly underpowered but still more than adequate for gaming.

The maximum storage capacity is still 512 GB, however Sony has increased the maximum RAM capacity to 16 GB.

It is the only game phone with flagship-grade cameras thanks to the triple 12MP camera arrangement on the back, whose image quality is comparable to that of contemporary digital cameras.

5,000 mAh battery capacity with 30W quick charging. Additionally, the phone comes with Sony’s recently unveiled Xperia Stream attachment, which enables cloud-based gaming.

The Xperia I IV Gaming Edition is strangely even less expensive at $1,225 than the original, which debuted for $1,600, despite being more powerful.

Specs

  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
  • CPU: Octa-core (1×3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3×2.40 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4×1.70 GHz Cortex-A510)
  • GPU: Adreno 730
  • OS: Android 12
  • Supported Networks: 2G, 3G, 4G LTE, 5G
  • Display:
    • 6.5″ OLED with 1644 x 3840 pixels resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 10-bit color, HDR10+
  • Memory:
    • RAM: 12 GB, 16 GB
    • Internal: 256 GB, 512 GB
    • Card slot: yes
  • Camera:
    • Rear (Quad): 12 MP, f/1.7, 24 mm (wide), 1/1.7″, 1.8 µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS
      12 MP, f/2.3, 85 mm (telephoto), f/2.8, 125 mm (telephoto), 1/3.5″, Dual Pixel PDAF, 3.5x-5.2x optical zoom, OIS
      12 MP, f/2.2, 124˚, 16 mm (ultrawide), 1/2.5″, Dual Pixel PDAF
      0.3 MP, TOF 3D, (depth)
    • Front: 12MP
  • Colors: Black, Grey, White
  • Fingerprint sensor: Side-mounted
  • Battery: 5,000 mAh, 30W fast charging
  • Price: $1,225

 

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Sony announces acquisition of Savage Games Studios to offer better mobile gaming

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The studio will be part of the company’s newly formed PlayStation Studios Mobile Division. Terms of the acquisition, including its price, are not yet public. Sony is currently developing an unannounced “AAA mobile live service action game”. Sony stated Monday morning in a press release that it will acquire Savage Game Studios as part of … Read more

Sony hikes PS5 price

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Sony hikes PS5 price
  • Sony is raising the suggested retail price of its PS5 console in a number of countries.
  • The company cites fluctuating currency values and rates of inflation as the reason for the price hike.
  • In Japan, the console will cost an additional 10,000 or so.

The Play Station 5 (PS5) from Sony is already difficult to buy and getting more expensive by the day in Pakistan.

The price of the next-generation console (digital edition) in the nation is currently around Rs 180,000, a significant increase from Rs 90,000 around a year ago. Unfortunately, this is not the end of it for gamers.

Jim Ryan, the CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, has stated on his blog that the business is increasing the official PS5 price in a few areas owing to “difficult economic conditions.”

He claimed that in light of fluctuating currency values and rates of inflation around the world, the corporation was forced to make a difficult choice. However, American customers won’t be impacted.

In Canada, Mexico, Europe, the UK, the Middle East, Africa (EMEA), Latin America, China, Australia, and Japan, Sony is raising the suggested retail price of its console.

In Japan, the modification will take effect on September 15. A price increase of €50 in Europe and £30 in the UK will be applied to both the disc and digital editions for the PS5. In Japan, the console will cost an additional 10,000 or so.

The price of the PS5 in Europe is currently €449.99 for the disc edition and €549.99 for the digital edition. This suggests that in Pakistan, we should anticipate the console to cost more than Rs 200,000.

We might possibly see a stunning price tag of Rs 250,000 or more given that it now costs approximately Rs 230,000 in some outlets.

According to Ryan, increasing the PlayStation’s availability so that more people can access it is still Sony’s top focus right now. He claimed that “given the current global economic situation,” the price hike is essential.

The CEO continued, saying that although Sony would be able to increase production in May of next year, it might not be enough to keep up with the soaring demand across the globe.

 

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Sony launches new PS 5 DualSense Edge Controller

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Sony launches PS5 DualSense Edge Controller
  • Sony’s DualSense Edge wireless controllers for the PlayStation 5 gaming system were presented at Gamescom.
  • Switchable stick caps, back buttons, and other upgrades are some of the most significant improvements.
  • Users can also create multiple control profiles for various key mappings to enhance customizability.

Sony revealed something unexpected at the Gamescom Opening Night Live. The new DualSense Edge wireless controllers for the PlayStation 5 gaming system were presented by the company.

The new gaming controllers look to be the “Pro” version of the current DualSense controllers, as the name would imply.

The option to modify controls, switchable stick caps, back buttons, and other upgrades are some of the significant changes to this variation.

All of the wireless capabilities of the original DualSense are present in the new DualSense Edge controller.

This includes functions like motion controls, haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, a built-in microphone, and others.

Additionally, a braided USB Type C cable is included for connectivity. The user can basically configure every aspect of their DualSense Edge, assign controls to particular inputs, and even fine-tune their aim by modifying stick sensitivity and dead zones, which is one of its biggest enhancements.

Additionally, users can preserve several control profiles for various key mappings by having the option to create multiple control profiles.

The modular design of the new DualSense Edge Controller is without a doubt one of the best improvements. Users can essentially switch the stick caps to enhance comfort.

Players can also assign controls to this interchangeable set of back buttons.

 

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Sony may develop a PlayStation PC game launcher

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Sony may add PlayStation Network connectivity to its PC games. Marvel’s Spider-Man was published on PC, and files referenced a “PlayStation PC Launcher”. This could be a sign that Sony plans to make a PC launcher that works on its own in the future. Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered was released on PC, and files referenced a … Read more

Sony unveils Backbone One PlayStation controller; supports Apple iPhone

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Sony unveils Backbone One PlayStation controller
  • Sony has created a new controller that enables consumers to play PlayStation games on their iPhones.
  • Backbone One controller requires a PlayStation 4 or PlayStation 5 series console model.
  • An Android version of this controller is anticipated to debut later this year in the U.S., Canada, and other countries.

A brand-new gaming device from Sony has just been released, but it’s designed to work with the Apple iPhone.

The company has created a new controller that enables consumers to play PlayStation games on their iPhones rather than establishing a completely different service.

The PlayStation Edition controller, which is only accessible to owners of Apple iPhones, has recently been released by the Japanese tech giant.

This controller attachment must therefore be avoided for the time being by Android users. This controller functions just as a stand-alone game streaming service because it needs a strong internet connection. Besides this, a PlayStation 4 or a PlayStation 5 series console model is also required.

The PlayStation Remote Play app may be used to access one’s PS4 and PS5 games straight from their cellphones by just plugging their iPhone into the Backbone One controller.

The good news doesn’t stop there; Sony has also stated that this controller will function with other App Store titles and other game streaming platforms that accept controllers.

Examples of such games include Call of Duty: Mobile, Genshin Impact, Fantasian, and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.

The controller, which is powered directly through the iPhone, is noteworthy because it doesn’t need to be charged separately.

When it launches, Sony will sell the Backbone One PlayStation Edition controller in the US, Canada, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, Italy, Sweden, France, Spain, Sweden, Netherlands, and the UK.

It’s interesting to note that an Android version of this controller—which will cost $100 USD like the iPhone controller—is anticipated to debut later in November.

 

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Sony’s latest PS5 beta firmware supports 1440p

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Sony's latest PS5 beta firmware
  • Sony released a beta firmware update for the PlayStation 5 that includes two much-desired features.
  • Sony’s televisions have also gained support for VRR, and the PS5 follows suit.
  • Participants can now view their friends’ profiles after accepting a friend request.

Sony released a beta firmware update for the PlayStation 5 that includes two much-desired features: a 1440p output and game folders.

The 1440p output function is quite simple. Along with 720p, 1080p, and 2160p, the PlayStation 5 console can now also output in 2560×1440 resolution. Since the launch of the PlayStation 4 Pro, this feature has been demanded, but it has just recently become available on Sony gaming consoles. Since the Xbox One X, Microsoft has had this choice.

The games would function largely as predicted. While games rendering at 2160p will be downscaled to 1440p, those rendering at 1440p or lower will output natively.

The fact that the PlayStation now supports 1440p is perhaps not all that unexpected. One of the 1440p-resolution INZONE gaming monitors from Sony’s most current lineup was just released. This is not the first time Sony has delayed introducing a feature to its platform in order to coordinate with its other devices; early this year, Sony’s televisions gained support for VRR, and the PS5 followed suit.

The inclusion of folders, or gamelists as Sony refers to them, is the second significant improvement. Now, you may make gamelists to organize the installed games on your computer into custom folders. There can be up to 15 gamelists, each of which can include 100 games.

This was a much-needed feature since all of your downloaded games are presently just thrown together in a single location with no ability to organise them. It is unclear why Sony waited so long to include this feature in the PS5, considering it was available on PlayStation 4 consoles as well.

The beta also includes the following new features:

  • Compare 3D Audio and Stereo Audio

You can now compare the differences between 3D and stereo audio on the same screen and select the setting that best suits your needs.

  • Simpler Access to Activities That Are In Progress

To make it as simple and quick as possible for you to pick up where you left off when you resume a game, in-progress activities are frequently shown prominently at the top of the game area.

  • Request Share Screen

To monitor your party members’ gameplay, you can now ask them to start Share Screen. Select [Request Share Screen] from the voice chat card, then choose the party member you want to submit the request to.

  • Joinable Game Notification

You will now get a notification when you join a party and a party member is playing a game you can join. Direct access to the game is available from the notice.

  • Read New Friends’ Profiles

You may now view your new friend’s profile in [Accepted Requests] after accepting a friend request from the [Received] list.

  • Send Stickers and Voice Messages in Game Base

You can now send stickers and voice messages to your groups from the Game Base card.

Participants in the United States, Canada, Japan, the United Kingdom, Germany, and France are now receiving the beta.

 

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Sony Xperia 1 IV Price and Specs in Pakistan

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Sony Xperia 1 IV Price and Specs in Pakistan

It has a great display, robust processor, and extended battery life. It’s rough, with a faulty fingerprint scanner and a high pricing. All three cameras on the Sony Xperia 1 IV can capture 4K 120fps video. Sony Xperia 1 IV offers several outstanding creative features, like continuous optical zoom for photos and the ability to … Read more

PSVR 2 is the sleekest VR yet

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PSVR 2 is the sleekest VR yet

Image shows the headset with two PSVR 2 Sense controllers, replacing Move gamepads. Bit Planet Games tweeted image of PlayStation VR 2. Headset is no bigger than original PSVR despite greater specs and weighs less than 600g. PSVR 2 appears to be the most basic virtual reality experience available to date. The first non-promotional image … Read more

Xiaomi 12S Ultra replaces the 12 Ultra

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Xiaomi 12S Ultra
  • Xiaomi co-founder Lei Jun says the 12 Ultra was scrapped in favor of the 12S Ultra.
  • The phone will have a brand-new Sony IMX989 1-inch camera sensor.
  • It will reportedly have a 50MP resolution with 1.15m pixels.

In the end, Xiaomi won’t ever release the Xiaomi 12 Ultra. The phone might no longer serve as the organization’s upcoming flagship model.

Lei Jun, a co-founder of Xiaomi, has revealed that the rumoured Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra replacement has been scrapped.

He disclosed that the phone was initially slated to launch earlier this year, but the business opted to abandon the plan in order to concentrate on enhancing the user experience.

In answer to a fan’s inquiry on the distinction between the impending Xiaomi 12S Ultra and the 12 Ultra on Weido, he provided the confirmation.

The Snapdragon 8, which was previously scheduled to launch in March and April but was postponed, is included in the Xiaomi Mi 12 Ultra, according to Jun.

“We updated [to a] Snapdragon 8+ in search of a better experience, and Qualcomm and Leica continued to train for several months.”

There is a positive aspect to the cancellation, though. The 12 Ultra was discontinued by Xiaomi in favour of the 12S Ultra, as Jun’s comment demonstrates.

Thanks to its collaboration with Sony, Xiaomi revealed an important camera upgrade for the 12S Ultra yesterday.

The phone will have a brand-new Sony IMX989 1-inch camera sensor. The sensor is praised for its improved dynamic range, increased light sensitivity, and quick focus time.

The phone’s camera will reportedly have a 50MP resolution with 1.15m pixels, giving it an advantage over some of the top Android phones, however the resolution is still unknown.

This is in addition to Xiaomi’s current partnership with Leica. For its upcoming flagship device, Xiaomi agreed into a “long-term strategic cooperation” with the German photography juggernaut in May.

Recent rumors said that the phone would use a Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 SoC and 120W quick charging.

A 120Hz screen refresh rate, 8GB or 12GB of RAM, and up to 256GB of internal storage are also reportedly included.

On July 4, Xiaomi will announce its newest high-end device, so by then we’ll probably know what happened to the Xiaomi 12 Ultra.

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Sony increases its PC gaming effort with Inzone equipment

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Sony is launching a new line of headphones and monitors targeting the growing PC market. The Inzone line aims to leverage Sony’s audio and display technology. The gear echoes the design of the PlayStation 5 range and is interoperable with the console. It comes as the Japanese conglomerate looks beyond its core PlayStation console gaming … Read more

Toshiba and Sony prepare for engineer shortage

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Toshiba and Sony prepare for engineer shortage

Japan is spending more on semiconductors after Covid-19 shortages. In 10 years, 8 large firms will require 35,000 engineers. The U.S. trade war hurt Japan. Toshiba and Sony fear that a scarcity of engineers threatens the government’s efforts to resuscitate Japan’s chip sector. Japan is spending more on semiconductors after Covid-19 shortages. Five years until … Read more

IPL cricket media rights sold for $6.2 billion

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IPL

IPL broadcast rights sold for an eye-popping $6.2 billion in online auction. Star pays $3.01 billion for digital and TV rights for next five seasons. Jeff Bezos’s Amazon pulls out of bidding for IPL. India’s cricket board said Tuesday it has sold the broadcast rights of the IPL tournament for the next five seasons to … Read more

Disney, Sony in pursuit to get IPL broadcasting rights

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Media giants are battling to get IPL broadcasting rights. Amazon withdraws from e-auction. Mukesh Ambani is also interested in bidding. According to reports, global media titans including Disney and Sony and Asia’s richest man competed on Sunday for the broadcast rights to the Indian Premier League (IPL) cricket tournament, one of the most-watched sporting events … Read more

Sony promises to double its games for mobile by 2025

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Sony, the company behind PlayStation, announces upcoming game releases. During its annual investor day, the business stated that by 2025, half of its titles should be available on PC or mobile, resulting in a decrease in the percentage of PS releases. Only 10% of Sony’s titles are available on mobile devices right now, but that … Read more

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