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It also has a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and heat diffusion shield for gamers. News 

Sony’s Xperia 5 V Smartphone Features 52-Megapixel Camera Sensor

Adarsh V.K, , ,

Sony has introduced the Xperia 5 V smartphone, which boasts impressive high-end features and one less camera, while also offering a slightly reduced price. The company guarantees an exceptional music and video experience with its HDR display, enhanced speakers, and other improvements, all at a lower cost compared to the previous Xperia 5 IV model. Sony’s smartphones are all about the cameras, and there’s good news despite what appears to be an inferior camera lineup. The Xperia 5 V (yes, it’s a “five five”) has the same 52-megapixel Exmor T…

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Now might be the time to stack an extra year or two onto your current membership. Gaming 

Sony Increases Prices of Annual PlayStation Plus Plans by up to $40

Nitin Misra, , , ,

Following Microsoft’s announcement to raise Game Pass subscription fees, Sony is now following suit by increasing the annual prices of all three PlayStation Plus plans on September 6th. An annual Essential subscription will soon cost $80 per year, down from $60. The Extra plan will increase by $35 to $135 per year, while the annual Premium plan will soon cost $40 more at $160. The price changes won’t take effect for existing PS Plus users on an annual contract until their next renewal date is on or after November 6.…

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They A7C II is based on the 33-megapixel A7 IV and and A7C R on the 61-megapixel A7R V. News 

Sony’s A7C Series Cameras Provide Premium Quality at an Affordable Price

Febin Mathew

Sony has recently divided its compact full-frame A7C series into two, presenting more affordable alternatives to their premium cameras, similar to what they did with the ZV-E1 vlogging camera. The latest additions include the A7C II, a 33-megapixel model based on the A7 IV, and the A7C R, a smaller version of the A7R V with 61 megapixels. While both models boast impressive power and improved ergonomics, they do not include certain features that professionals often consider crucial. Sony A7C R We’ll start with the A7C R because it’s a…

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Sony is buying the headphone brand but even after the deal it will make products for other platforms as well. Gaming 

Sony Acquires Gaming Headphone Brand to Enhance PlayStation Experience

Nitin Misra

Sony is building a strong line-up in the gaming category to complement the PlayStation, with the latest news confirming that it has acquired gaming headset brand Audeze this week. Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) has announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Audeze, a leading audio technology brand and pioneer of high-end gaming headsets. The goal of this acquisition is to strengthen SIE’s efforts to continue to innovate the audio experience for PlayStation games, the company said in a statement. Although the company has been acquired by Sony,…

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Audeze will continue to make audio products for multiple platforms. Gaming 

PlayStation Acquires High-End Audio Brand Audeze

Nitin Misra, , ,

Sony Interactive Entertainment, the division responsible for PlayStation, has announced its intention to expand its presence in the audio industry. In pursuit of this goal, the company has entered into an agreement to acquire Audeze, a renowned manufacturer of high-quality headphones. The acquisition aims to enhance the audio experience of PlayStation games and further Sony’s commitment to innovation in this field. The specific details of the deal have not been revealed. Audeze will continue to operate independently and develop products for multiple platforms while “benefiting from being part of the…

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The company has revealed more about its first wireless earbuds for PS5 as well as another set of headphones. Gaming 

Sony’s PlayStation Portal: A $200 Handheld Device for PS5 Game Streaming

Adarsh V.K, , , ,

Sony has recently provided additional information about the PlayStation Portal remote player, a device they had previously hinted at a few months ago. Alongside new gaming earbuds, the company has now disclosed further details about this dedicated remote play device for the PlayStation 5. The handheld looks a bit like a tablet wedged between the two halves of the DualSense controller. It can stream games from your PS5 console, so when someone else is using the TV or you’re in another room (or even traveling), you can still play remotely…

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The Great 78 Project seeks to preserve old music recorded on 78rpm discs. News 

Music Labels File Lawsuit Against Internet Archive for Unauthorized Digitization of Old Records

Adriana Marais, ,

The nonprofit organization, Internet Archive, is being sued by Sony Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group, and several other music labels for copyright infringement related to its conservation project. The lawsuit alleges that the organization unlawfully digitized, uploaded, distributed, and transmitted pre-1972 sound recordings. The focus of the legal action is on the Great 78 Project, which aims to safeguard music recorded on 78rpm discs. The record companies are calling the Internet Archive’s efforts a “blatant insult” to the music of Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Miles Davis and Louis…

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A video and images of the purported PS5 Slim have leaked. It could be released this year for $399, with a detachable disc drive. Read on to know more. News 

Leaked Video Reveals Sony PS5 Slim With Slimmer, Shorter Design

Jim Hendler, ,

It’s been a while since the first rumors of a PS5 Slim surfaced, and the gaming community has been wondering what the hardware version could bring. Now we may get our first look at what appears to be the PS5 Slim – or whatever it will eventually be called – thanks to a series of new images and a video showing off the alleged console in its entirety. PS5 Slim: Similar design, but looks slightly thinner, shorter A video leaked by X-user @BwE_Dev shows a console similar in build to…

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Sony PlayStation has unveiled new additions coming to the PS Plus Game Catalog coming in August. Read on to check the full list here. News 

PlayStation Unveils August 2023 PS Plus Game Lineup: Here’s What’s Included

Adarsh V.K,

Sony has announced the August PS Plus Game Catalog games available to PS Plus Extra and Deluxe subscribers. This month features a selection of new indie games and popular RPGs like Lost Judgment. Most of the new titles coming to the service will be available on August 15th, but Sea of Stars will be available on August 29th, the launch day. The names in the game list will be for PS Plus Deluxe and Extra Sea of Stars | PS4, PS5 Moving Out 2 | PS4, PS5 Destiny 2: The…

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PlayStation has begun rolling out its cloud streaming to select beta testers. Read on to know which games are supported and the resolutions at which you can stream them. News 

Sony Launches PS5 Cloud Streaming With 4K Capabilities For Select Players

Febin Mathew, ,

PlayStation has begun rolling out a beta version of cloud streaming that includes 4K resolution support for select PS Plus Premium beta users. This comes after the company announced in June this year that it would begin testing cloud streaming for supported PS5 games. This means that players in supported regions will soon be able to stream certain games and trial versions of games without having to download anything. As spotted by The Verge , ArashiGames, which was among the first to share the screenshots, said that users invited to…

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It's anticipating an increase in sales for non-first-party PlayStation titles. Gaming 

Sony Increases Annual Outlook Due to PlayStation Profits

Adarsh V.K, ,

Sony has released its financial report for the first quarter of the year, ending on June 30th, along with a revised forecast for the fiscal year. The results show a combination of positive and negative outcomes for the company. While the overall operating profit for the period decreased by 31 percent compared to the previous year, the revenue saw a significant increase of 33 percent. This growth can be attributed to the successful sales performance of Sony’s game and network services, music, imaging, and financial services divisions. Sony believes its…

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The PS Plus Premium perk supports up to 4K resolution. Gaming 

Beta Testing for PlayStation 5 Cloud Game Streaming Service Launches

Adriana Marais, , , ,

According to reports, Sony has started the beta release of a cloud streaming service for PS Plus Premium subscribers, which allows for 4K resolution. Initially announced in June as being in the early development phase, this feature will enable users to access PS Plus catalog titles, game trials, and digital PS5 titles they own. This service could be beneficial for PlayStation users as it eliminates the need for time-consuming downloads that consume storage space. A PlayStation email to an invited tester, posted on Reddit, says: “We’re excited to announce PS5…

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Sony runs the fighting game competition, which was held in Las Vegas over the weekend. Gaming 

Evo 2023 Esports Tournament Experiences Issues with PS5 USB Ports Melting

Sanjay Patil, ,

Attendees of the Evo 2023 fighting game tournament faced issues with PlayStation 5 USB ports, as reported over the weekend. Social media platforms were flooded with posts and stories from participants, who shared their experiences of USB accessories becoming excessively hot and even “melting” when connected to the event’s multiple PS5 consoles. Current Google (and ex-Meta and Microsoft) AR engineer Eduardo Cuervo, who said he attended the event for the first time this year, posted on X (formerly Twitter) the image below of the controller’s USB connector containing melted chunks…

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The Switch version is also getting an ‘Among Us’ update. Gaming 

PlayStation to Receive Popular Mobile Game ‘What the Golf’

Adriana Marais, , ,

What the Golf, an unusual sports simulation game, is confirmed to be launching on PS4 and PS5 consoles in the upcoming months. The release will encompass all the latest updates and has been specifically tailored for Sony consoles. Notably, it will feature DualSense support, utilizing haptic technology to provide a realistic sensation when hitting a ball, a cat, or even an entire planet towards a hole. This game is known for its peculiar and humorous nature. What Golf takes basic concepts from golf sims and completely transforms them. Along with…

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'The Last Hope' had garnered very bad reviews during its short time on the market. Gaming 

Nintendo Removes ‘The Last of Us’ Inspired Game from eShop After Copyright Infringement Allegation

Nitin Misra, , , , ,

According to Eurogamer’s Victoria Kennedy, Nintendo’s game The Last Hope: Dead Zone Survival has been taken down from the Switch e-shop because it closely resembles Naughty Dog’s popular game, The Last of Us. Sony, the owner of Naughty Dog, filed a copyright claim against The Last Hope just a month after its release. This action not only removed the game from the market but also resulted in the removal of its trailer from YouTube. The Last Hope probably won’t miss out, as the game didn’t exactly receive good reviews, with…

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Sony's latest console is closing the gap with the PS4 console (AP) News 

Sony PlayStation 5 Reaches 40 Million Units Sold

Sanjay Patil

On Thursday, Sony Group Corp’s gaming division announced that it has successfully sold over 40 million PlayStation 5 consoles, attributing this achievement to the resolution of supply chain challenges. “It took months for supply chains to normalize so we had inventory to keep up with demand,” Sony Interactive CEO Jim Ryan wrote in a blog post. “Now the PS5 supply is well stocked, and we see that pent-up demand is finally being met.” The Japanese tech and entertainment company has said it will sell 25 million PS5 units this year,…

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It may take a long while to catch up to the PS4. Gaming 

Sony Reaches Milestone of 40 Million PS5 Console Sales

Nitin Misra, , ,

Sony has achieved another significant milestone with the PlayStation 5, selling over 40 million units since its launch in November 2020. Approximately 8 million consoles have been sold this year alone. Although this falls short of last year’s holiday sales, during which 7.1 million units were sold in one quarter, Sony assures that inventory is now plentiful and able to meet demand. This means that consumers may not have to wait for stores to restock. The PS5 hit the 10 million mark in its first eight months. However, it also…

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Media Molecule’s latest title ‘Tren’ is also available, with a twist. Gaming 

August PlayStation Plus Lineup Includes Death’s Door and Dreams

Jim Hendler, ,

Sony has unveiled the lineup of monthly games for PlayStation Plus in August. While there isn’t a standout title, three impressive games are set to be released, including the captivating Zelda-inspired journey Death’s Door and a lesser-known golf simulation called PGA Tour 2K23. Additionally, Media Molecule’s enduring game creation platform Dreams is also included in the lineup. Dreams is a community-driven app based on the level creation tools that first debuted in the LittleBigPlanet series. Gamers have used the system to make almost anything you can imagine, from VR experiences…

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Sony's entry into the foldable segment is eagerly awaited and an Xperia Flip phone could be an exciting addition to the market. News 

Sony May Launch An Xperia Flip Phone To Compete With Samsung And Moto

Adriana Marais

Sony may soon join the smartphone market by introducing its inaugural Xperia flip smartphone. Despite the considerable buzz surrounding the new Xperia device, the company intends to restrict its availability due to its previous withdrawal from several markets for business-related purposes. Now, back to the Xperia flip phone rumours, the device is supposed to be the Xperia Flip and will likely borrow its design cues from the likes of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 or the Moto Razr 40 Ultra. But the similarities may end there, as Sony is…

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The company's premium TWS earbuds are now smaller and lighter but with improved audio performance. News 

Sony Unveils WF-1000XM5 True Wireless Earbuds With Noise Cancellation: Price and Features

Jim Hendler

Sony has recently released its latest WF-1000 series TWS earbuds, offering improved noise cancellation and sound quality. The new WF-1000XM5 boasts a more lightweight design, ensuring a comfortable fit due to its reduced size. Additionally, the charging case of the earbuds has been made smaller compared to its previous model, and various other features have received significant enhancements. Sony WF-1000XM5 headphones price The Sony WF-1000XM5 TWS earbuds are priced at $299.99 (roughly Rs. 24,300) and you can choose from black or silver. Sony is taking pre-orders for the new headphones…

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