Tag: Sony
Sony Pictures TV launches first free-to-air movie network
Sony Pictures Television will launch the UK’s first free-to-air movie network as it rebrands its existing entertainment networks in the UK . Sony Movies, Sony Movies Action, Sony Movies Classic and the seasonal pop-up channel Sony Movies Christmas will together form the Sony Movies network. At the same time, the Sony-owned entertainment channel True Entertainment…
What Can We Expect From the Next Generation of Consoles?
With Microsoft's Scarlett announced at this year's E3 and reveals about Sony's next console now doing the rounds, we're quickly approaching the next generation of video game consoles. Just as with former generational leaps, this raises questions as to what we can expect, and what might these be capable of over the current selection of…
Microsoft and Sony agree games streaming deal
Microsoft and Sony have agreed a deal to work together on video games streaming services, despite the two companies being bitter rivals in the industry. The two gaming giants have announced the signing of “memorandum of understanding” which could to see Sony use Microsoft’s Azure cloud service to host current and future PlayStation streaming services.…
Sony PS5 ‘to support backwards compatibility, 8K graphics and won’t be digital-only’
Sony’s next major console will allow gamers to play old PS4 games and will not be digital-only, a senior member of the company’s development team has revealed in an interview. The long-awaited PS4 follow-up, unofficially called the PS5, will not be released in 2019, lead system architect Mark Cerny told Wired magazine. Mr Cerny, who…
Netflix ends support for Apple AirPlay wireless casting
In a move that many will see as a direct swipe at its latest competitor, Netflix has ended its support for the Apple AirPlay wireless casting feature, claiming “technical limitations” are behind the policy change. AirPlay – the feature which enables Apple mobile device users to wirelessly cast content to their TV – has recently…
MWC 2019: Sony announces ‘world’s first’ 4K OLED smartphone, Xperia 1
Sony is to launch the “world’s first” smartphone with a 4K resolution OLED display – similar technology to modern televisions. The Japanese technology giant’s new flagship Xperia 1 has a 6.5in (16.5cm) display set in a 21:9 aspect ratio, making it similar in shape to a cinema screen, which Sony says will allow users to…
Sony unveils new system to turn traditional watches into smart watches
Sony has unveiled a new system which allows users to attach any of their existing watch faces to a smart band to add digital features such as fitness tracking and notifications. The firm’s new wena, which stands for wear electronics naturally, watch range houses smartwatch technology such as contactless payment, fitness tracking and other hardware…
Fortnite allows players to merge accounts
Fortnite is allowing players to merge accounts that have been created across different consoles, following Sony’s late decision to let users cross-play with people using rival consoles. Sony has been reluctant to allow gamers on the PlayStation 4 to play Fortnite with others on Xbox One or Nintendo Switch, but gave in to pressure in…
Sony PlayStation 4 sales pass 90 million mark after successful Christmas
Sony has now sold more than 91.6 million PlayStation 4 consoles, helped by a sales boost in the run-up to Christmas. The Japanese firm managed to sell a total of 5.6 million units during the 2018 festive season, while more than 50.7 million PS4 games were sold over the same period, taking the total number…
CES 2019: Sony announces 360 Reality Audio surround sound with support of Pharrell Williams
Sony has created a new form of audio technology it says recreates the feeling of listeners being surrounded by music on all sides. Called 360 Reality Audio, it supposedly creates a three-dimensional sound field that can add distance and angle to sound, simulating the experience of being at a live music event. However, unlike traditional…
