Sony’s event in Tokyo has dropped its first major announcement – the PlayStation Suite. The PS Suite will allow gamers to enjoy all the PlayStation games on their high-end Android smartphones and tablets. Sony also expects many game developers to develop games on the new framework due to its “hardware-neutral” nature. Sony has confirmed […]
PlayStation turns 15
Today’s the day when PlayStation was born. Back on this same day in 1994, Sony had launched PlayStation (or PSX or PS1) that eventually sold more than 100m units pipping the then reigning Nintendo and Sega. Flash forward it today, although Sony’s PlayStation does not lead the pack but they’re definitely inching towards it […]
Sony confirms Facebook for PS3 firmware v3.10
PS3’s new firmware will bring Facebook to the console, confirming the leak from last week. The firmware v3.10 will link the PSN account with Facebook and will enable PS3 to automatically update the Facebook feed with Trophy, PSN purchase history and game specific details. In addition to social network integration, Sony has also improved […]
Sony starts Official Licensing Program for PlayStation
Sony has initiated its Official Licensing Program for the PlayStation platform that will allow third party accessory makers to gain access to technical docs and support to enable development of better accessories and peripherals. In addition to the technical advantages, a third party manufacturer also gets to stick this official logo on product packaging […]
Nikkei: Sony mulling over PlayStation phone
We have heard it a number of times in the past but this time, it looks serious. A report by Nikkei claims that Sony is planning to setup a dedicated team to develop a phone that could integrate PlayStation’s gaming prowess along with Sony Ericsson’s cellular features. Of course, this rumor had to be […]
Activision intimidates Sony to lower PS3 price or else…
Activision is the world’s largest third-party game publisher and when his boss, Bobby Kotick has got something to say, we have to listen. Kotick refers to the PlayStation and he reckons if Sony does not do anything about the PS3 price cuts, he may have to cease supporting the PlayStation platform. If a direct […]