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Sony PlayStation 5 Gets Rendered in New Images, Looks Like a Geometric Mac Pro

By Jackson Chung October 19, 2018

Photo credit: Behance

Sony has kept their lid on the PS5, but in May, Sony Interactive CEO John Kodera revealed that the console would not be released until 2021, but analysts claim that it could come as soon as Christmas 2019 – sooner than the next-generation Xbox. The company will reportedly use this console to highlight its VR efforts, with the technology being integrated at the silicon level, and everything will be powered by a AMD Navi-based GPU, paired with a semi-custom Zen CPU. Continue reading for more pictures and information.

Sony Xperia Slide is a Smartphone That Doubles as a Tablet, Thanks to Folding Dual Displays

By Jackson Chung October 2, 2018

Photo credit: Tech Configurations

It’s only a matter of time before we see smartphones using flexible displays, but for the time being, there are several models out with dual displays, and the Sony Xperia Slide could be the next. Featuring a 6″ 4K OLED display, an 8″ 4K AMOLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset, up to 6GB of RAM, 512GB of internal storage, and a 19MP / 16MP dual rear camera setup. Continue reading for more pictures and information.

Forget Editing Photos on Your Tablet or Computer, the ZEISS ZX1 Camera Has Adobe Lightroom Built-in

By Jackson Chung September 27, 2018

Let’s face it, the convenience of snapping photos with your smartphone is the ability to edit the images right away. The ZEISS ZX1 brings that same functionality to a full-frame point and shoot camera. In addition to its 37.4-megapixel full-frame sensor with an ISO range of 80-51200, it has Adobe Photoshop Lightroom CC built into the camera, enabling you to quickly and easily process RAW photos – up to 512GB of images – directly on its 4.3″ touchscreen display. Other features include: a 3,190mAh battery,, 3fps continuous shooting, 4K video recording at 30fps, and microphone / headphone jacks. Continue reading for another video, more pictures and information.

PlayStation Classic Revealed, is a Miniature Console Loaded with 20 Games, Priced at $99.99

By Jackson Chung September 19, 2018

Sony announced today that it plans to launch a miniature games console designed to resemble the original PlayStation, but 45% smaller, and it comes pre-loaded with 20 vintage games to boot. Officially called the “PlayStation Classic,” the new console shares the design of the original PlayStation that launched in 1994, but is considerably smaller, priced at $99.99. You’ll find classic titles, like the 1997 role-playing game Final Fantasy VII to the 1998-1999 racing game R4: Ridge Racer Type 4 and Tekken 3. Continue reading for another video and more information.

You Could Either Buy a High-End Computer for $3,000 or Sony’s All-New AIBO Robotic Dog

By Jackson Chung August 26, 2018

Photo credit: Kim Kyung Hoon / Reuters

For those who have always wanted Sony’s AIBO robotic dog, but didn’t manage to pick one up when they were discontinued in 2006, rejoice! The company announced today that their all-new version will be coming to the US, priced at $2,899, which includes three years of Sony’s AI Cloud service too. Unlike its predecessors, this model uses AI Cloud to send its daily activities back to Sony’s servers, shaping the robot’s personality as well as enabling owners stay connected to their device over Wi-Fi or LTE through AT&T. Continue reading for another hands-on video and more information.

Sony Commemorates Selling 500-Million PlayStations with Limited Edition PS4 Pro

By Jackson Chung August 9, 2018

Sony has decided to commemorate selling 500-million PlayStation consoles – 525.3-million to be exact – by releasing a limited edition PS4 Pro. Limited to just 50,000 units worldwide, the bundle includes a translucent-blue console with matching DualShock 4 controller, a stand, headset, and a PlayStation Camera. Continue reading for an unboxing video, more pictures and information.

Sony IMX586 is World’s First 48-Megapixel Smartphone Camera Sensor That Can Also Shoots 4K Footage

By Jackson Chung July 23, 2018

We have seen the future of smartphone cameras, and they’ll use Sony’s all-new IMX586 CMOS sensor, the first with the capability to capture 48-megapixel photos, thanks to an ultra-small pixel size of just 0.8μm, which enables this pixel density on a 1/2-inch sensor. It also captures 4K video footage at 30fps, 480fps high-speed recording at 1080p, phase-detect autofocus, and HDR imaging. “These days, high-end smartphone models require even greater imaging quality from their cameras. The new Sony sensor features 48 effective megapixels, a pixel count which rivals that of high-performance SLR cameras, making it possible to capture beautiful, high-resolution images even with a smartphone” said a company representative. continue reading for a few sample photos and more information.

Sony Xperia Flex is a Foldable Smartphone That Looks Like a Mini PS4 When Folded

By Jackson Chung July 8, 2018

It’s only a matter of time until smartphone with flexible designs hit the market, and Sony’s Xperia Flex could be one of them. Featuring a 6.2″ 4K OLED display, Snapdragon 855 processor, 8GB of RAM, up to 512GB of internal storage, dual rear cameras (19MP + 12MP sensors), and a body that can be folded in half. Continue reading for more pictures and information.

Sony ARVOW Smartphone Has Three Displays and Flexible Design That Can be Folded

By Jackson Chung June 24, 2018

Photo credit: Samar Marzouk

Several dual-screen smartphones have already hit the market, but we’ve yet to see a model with three displays, or at least a non-concept, to be revealed. The Sony ARVOW just might be the first, as not only does this device have a triple screen setup, but when not in use, you can just fold it in half, using the top and bottom for notifications. Continue reading for more pictures and information.

New PS5 Concept Has Controllers That Always Stay Powered, Thanks to Wireless Charging

By Jackson Chung June 14, 2018

Photo credit: Joseph Dumary via Yanko Design

Another day, another PlayStation 5 concept, especially this time of year, when E3 is in full session. Designed by Joseph Dumary, this device features a Smart Console that records and adapts gamers’ behavior to provide preferred controller settings, apply game options automatically, and install necessary apps to enhance the gaming experience. However, the most innovative feature are the new DualShock controllers, which boast “Watt Up” technology by the Energous Group, which permanently keeps the gamepads charged wirelessly. Continue reading for a video, more pictures and information.