Recent #Sony news in the semiconductor industry

10 days ago

➀ Sony's DualSense wireless controller is not perfect, but a rumored V3 variant could address its main flaw of needing to be plugged in to recharge.

➁ A removable battery is rumored to be included in the V3 variant, which could allow for swapping batteries instead of charging.

➂ Sony is also reportedly working on a revised PlayStation 5 Pro console that will consume 3% less electricity.

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18 days ago

➀ Sony unveiled its first wireless desktop speakers 'Pulse Elevate' for gamers, featuring planar magnetic drivers and PlayStation Link connectivity for lossless audio.

➁ The speakers offer AI noise-canceling mic, portable battery design, and compatibility with PS5, PC, Mac, and smartphones via Bluetooth.

➂ Scheduled for 2026 release in black/white, pricing remains undisclosed amid a competitive PC audio market.

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about 1 month ago

➀ A new leak suggests Sony is preparing to release another PlayStation 5 model, but the upcoming revision may not be exciting. It is rumored that the new model will reduce the internal storage while keeping the price the same.

➁ Sony has recently increased the MSRPs across its PS5 lineup, with the regular PS5 now priced at $549.99 in the U.S.

➂ According to Dealabs, Sony is preparing to release a revised PS5 Digital Edition in Europe and Japan with a lower storage capacity.

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about 2 months ago
➀ The Tokyo Game Show (TGS) is approaching, with Sony planning a major showcase featuring Sucker Punch's new game, Ghost of Yotei, a sequel to the well-received 2020 release, Ghost of Tsushima. Attendees will get an early preview of the game before its global release on PS5 in October. ➁ Additionally, an early build of Marvel TOKON: Fighting Souls, a new fighting game from ARC System Works, will also be available for play. ➂ Sony has confirmed Astro Bot as another playable game at the Family Game Park section of the event.
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3 months ago

➀ Sony has announced the FlexStrike Wireless Fight Stick, a new addition to its PS5 and PC compatible peripherals.

➁ The FlexStrike will offer both wired and wireless connectivity options, with Sony utilizing PlayStation Link for ultra low-latency wireless play.

➂ The fight stick features mechanical buttons, swappable restrictor plates, and a layout similar to the DualSense controller, with a touchpad included.

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3 months ago

➀ Sony has filed a lawsuit against Tencent, accusing its upcoming game 'Light of Motiram' of being a 'slavish clone' of the popular 'Horizon' series.

➁ The lawsuit claims that nearly all aspects of the game, including story, gameplay themes, cultural elements, art style, landscapes, and more, are identical to those in 'Horizon'.

➂ Sony also mentions that Tencent had approached them to develop a 'Horizon' game for Sony, which Sony had already been working on since 2023, but Sony declined the partnership.

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4 months ago

➀ Sony Semiconductor developed a CMOS-based nerve cell sensing array with 236,880 electrodes on a 5.5 x 5.9mm chip, enabling high-resolution experiments on cells outside living organisms for drug research;

➁ Collaborated with Screen Holdings, VitroVo, and Tohoku Institute of Technology to create a demonstrator integrating electrical activity measurement, data analysis algorithms, and real-time monitoring capabilities;

➂ Published three open-access papers detailing the technology and its applications in cardiac and brain research, following recent advancements in non-invasive neural interfaces using quantum magnetometers.

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5 months ago

➀ The article highlights the market shares of the top five AR/VR headset vendors in 2025, according to IDC data;

➀ Meta dominates the market with an overwhelming 74.6% share, followed by Apple (5.2%), Sony (4.3%), ByteDance (4.1%), and XREAL (3.3%);

➂ The piece also lists recommended articles on supply chain trends, engineer wealth, and unconventional tech ideas.

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6 months ago

➀ Sony fans are hopeful for a proper follow-up to the PlayStation Vita, possibly driven by the success of the Nintendo Switch 2;

➁ Sony has sent out a survey to gamers asking about their interest in purchasing the Nintendo Switch 2;

➂ The survey aims to understand what aspects of the Switch 2 appeal to gamers, including its display, 4K and 120fps capabilities, controller design, and GameChat function.

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7 months ago

➀ It's no secret that Xbox is expanding its reach beyond just hardware, with a move to platforms such as Sony's PlayStation console paying off. The latest title to make the move is Indiana Jones and The Great Circle, a well-reviewed game that first made a splash on the Xbox.

➁ With multiple Microsoft titles shooting to the top of the PlayStation Store's preorder page, it's a clear sign that Microsoft's cross-platform efforts are paying off.

➂ Microsoft is keenly aware of the PlayStation 5's strong sales and is making its games available on other platforms to capitalize on this.

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7 months ago

➀ Cloud games run entirely on remote servers managed by big tech companies like Nvidia, Sony, Amazon, Microsoft, and Jio. Users don't need to download or install anything locally; they can simply log in and play.

➁ The advantages of cloud games include not needing expensive hardware, platform independence, frequent feature updates, and no piracy concerns. However, they require a stable and fast internet connection and may consume a lot of data.

➂ Major players in cloud gaming include Microsoft Xbox Gaming Pass Ultimate, Nvidia GeForce Now, PlayStation Plus, Amazon Luna, and Boosteroid. Cloud gaming is expanding globally, with opportunities for data centers, ISPs, and device manufacturers.

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