Sony stories - Page 16
Vita to cross over with PS3
Mon, 20th Feb 2012
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Sony unveils cross-play for PS Vita and PS3 ahead of Vita's release, with perks like single purchases for dual console access.
PS Vita hands-on preview
Thu, 16th Feb 2012
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Thanks to Sony we got a chance to have a play with their latest portable device. So can it save the portable gaming market from the smartphone scourge?.
Used game sales strangling industry: developer
Tue, 7th Feb 2012
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Volition developer suggests blocking used games on next-gen consoles, highlighting the severe impact on the gaming industry's revenue.
Pay no attention to Vita sales in Japan: Sony
Fri, 13th Jan 2012
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Sony urges caution on early Vita sales in Japan, stressing it's too soon to gauge global success from initial figures.
Apple undercover at CES (maybe)
Thu, 12th Jan 2012
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Over 250 employees rumoured to be in attendance despite lack of official presence at Las Vegas electronics show.
Review: Sony Ericsson Xperia Active
Sun, 1st Jan 2012
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As if phones weren’t enough of a fashion accessory these days, Sony Ericsson’s released a smartphone in partnership with surf brand Billabong.
PlayStation network's security is 'world-leading': exec
Fri, 2nd Dec 2011
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After overcoming a major hack, Sony now boasts its PlayStation network's security as 'world-leading', says exec Michael Denny.
PSP still going strong as Vita pre-orders begin - Updated
Tue, 22nd Nov 2011
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PSP sales soar in NZ as Vita pre-orders launch. Sony offers a cheaper PSP Street, plus special Vita pre-order gifts.
Off the charts
Fri, 11th Nov 2011
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Uncharted 3 breaks records, selling 3.8 million copies in 24 hours, overshadowing its predecessor and Battlefield 3's week one sales.
New handheld attracts muted interest
Wed, 9th Nov 2011
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Sony's PlayStation Vita garners tepid interest ahead of its Feb 23 launch, with a market seemingly shifting away from portable gaming devices.
Sony patents biometric controllers
Thu, 3rd Nov 2011
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Sony patents reveal future controllers may measure biometric data, potentially changing gameplay based on players' physical responses.
Sony goes all in on mobiles
Fri, 28th Oct 2011
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Sony takes full control of the mobile handset business, buying Ericsson's stake for over NZD $1.8 billion, and strengthens its consumer device range.
Sony names date for 3D Display
Thu, 20th Oct 2011
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Sony to launch innovative 3D Display on November 13, promising an end to split-screen gaming with its unique multiplayer visual tech.
PlayStation Vita launch date announced
Wed, 19th Oct 2011
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Sony's PlayStation Vita set to hit New Zealand on Feb 23, 2012. Price starts at $449.95 for the Wi-Fi model. More details inside.
PlayStation network attacked again
Thu, 13th Oct 2011
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Sony suspends 93,000 PlayStation Network accounts after a new hacking spree, learning from past breaches with swift user notification.
Resistance 3 ‘survivor’ videos
Fri, 9th Sep 2011
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The trailers feature people from a variety of countries. Keep an eye out for our Resistance 3 review, coming soon.
Sony launches twin tablets - Updated
Thu, 1st Sep 2011
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Sony unveils new Tablet S and P at IFA, betting on better design and quality to triumph in the crowded tablet market. New Zealand launch in Nov.
More details on PlayStation Vita
Tue, 23rd Aug 2011
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Sony's PlayStation Vita wows with social apps like Facebook and Twitter, promising a near-PS3 gaming experience on the go.
PS3 price slashed
Wed, 17th Aug 2011
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Sony has dramatically cut the price of its Playstation 3 console around the world, with New Zealand consumers to benefit from drops of $150.
Sony developing virtual reality headsets
Wed, 27th Jul 2011
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Sony is currently testing a prototype 3D headset that bears a striking resemblance to that 1980s 3D arcade folly, virtual reality.