Sony electronics unveiled the eighth generation of video game console PS4 at a big press event in New York City on Wednesday.

The PlayStation 4 will compete with Nintendo's Wii U, and any other as yet unannounced consoles, as part of the eighth generation of video game consoles. The console was revealed and confirmed at a press conference on February 20, 2013, with a release date set for Q4 2013.

The PlayStation 4 will feature a custom-designed single-chip processor, with an 8-core 64-bit x86 central processing unit (CPU) developed by AMD. It is code-named "Jaguar".

The graphics processing unit (GPU) will be based on next-generation AMD Radeon graphics. It will perform at 1.84 TFLOP/s. It is likely to perform better than a mid-range graphics card in a gaming computer. It will also include dedicated graphics technology for seamless compression and decompression of video media.

The PlayStation 4 will include 8 GB of GDDR5 system memory, allowing for 176 GB/s of bandwidth.Memory will be unified, meaning that the console lacks dedicated video RAM; all RAM is shared between processing and graphics capabilities. This feature has been found in past consoles such as the Xbox 360.

The read-only optical drive will read Blu-ray discs at 6x and DVDs at 8x. A hard disk drive will be included,although Sony has not yet announced the size.

The PlayStation 4 will feature 802.11 b/g/n network connectivity as well as Ethernet. USB 3.0 will be included, as will Bluetooth 2.1. An auxiliary port will also be included. The system will come bundled with a mono headset, which can be plugged into the DualShock 4. Output options will be HDMI, analog AV-out, and optical S/PDIF audio out.

DualShock 4
The DualShock 4 will be the PlayStation 4's controller. It is similar to the DualShock 3, with several new features. One new feature is a built-in two-point capacitative touch pad on the front of the controller, which can be clicked. The controller will support motion detection via a three-axis gyroscope and three-axis accelerometer and vibration. It will include a non-removable, rechargeable lithium-ion battery tentatively capable of storing 1000 mAh. The tentative design weighs 210 g (7.4 oz) and has dimensions of 162 × 52 × 98 mm (6.4 × 2.0 × 3.9 in).


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Sony revealed the Android 4.1 update schedule for its 2012 Xperia smartphones on Monday.

Sony Xperia T, Xperia TX and Xperia V will be getting the Jelly Bean update "during February and March," while Xperia P, Xperia J and Xperia go will be upgraded "from the end of March," according to Sony Mobile's official blog.

Finally, Xperia S, Xperia SL, Xperia ion and Xperia acro S will get the update in "subsequent weeks."

Unfortunately for owners of the Xperia U, Xperia miro, Xperia tipo and Xperia sola, Sony has decided not to upgrade these devices beyond Android 4.0.

According to reports, the Sony 84-incher will boast a native screen resolution of 3840×2160, delivering four times the number of pixels available on regular 1080p HDTV. The LED backlight technology is supposedly of the edge-lit variant, in keeping with the Japanese manufacturer’s decision to omit full-array local-dimming models from its 2012 lineup of Bravia televisions. As with most edge LED TVs, we expect to see an ultra-slim profile, as well as frugal power consumption.

According to the report, the TV will also feature a sidelit LCD panel, removable speakers and was described by the sources as having a “re-imagined retro-style appearance with a modern twist”.

Though 4K broadcasts may not be on the immediate horizon, 4K technology is expected to be one of the leading consumer entertainment trends at this year’s IFA.
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IFA 2012 come Wednesday 29th August (the date of Sony’s press conference and booth opening), it will be another feather in the company’s cap as it seeks to establish an ecosystem of 4K-compliant products, ranging from the VPL-VW1000ES 4K projector to the BDP-S790 4K upscaling Blu-ray player.

Source: CNet

Kazuo Hirai Replace Sir Howard Stringer as Sony CEO.

Today the Sony via their official website announced that from April 1st 2012 Kazuo Hirai will serve as President and CEO of Sony.

Kazuo who currently serves as Executive Deputy President recommended directly by Stringer to take his place, while Stringer himself will replace Yutaro Kobayashi as Chairman.


The following is a statement about Kaz Stringer (Kazuo):

"I believe with assertiveness and leadership abilities will be more value for the company and the consumer in the future. I will help Kaz much as possible so that our success continues. It is an honor for me to recommend it (Kazuo) to shake the position of President and CEO, he is ready to lead and now is the time to make changes."

Kazuo Hirai is one figure who contributed to the development of the PlayStation.

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There is a rumor pointed that Sony will revealed their latest handset – they called Sony Kumquat, at the upcoming Mobile World Congress at Barcelona next month.

Sony Tapioca will have a tech specs, 3.2 inch touch-screen that capable to provide maximum 320 x 480 pixels resolution display. The handsets will be powered by a 800MHz processors, alongside with 512MB RAM. Aside from it’s not too-powerful hardware, Tapioca will run on Android 2.3 Gingerbread platform.

There’s also 4GB internal data storage and 3.2 megapixels rear shutter. 3G and wireless Internet connection are all supported.
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Sony has not long ago announced the paper-powered bio battery at Eco-Items 2011 in Tokyo.

This environmentally friendly battery uses a special enzyme called cellulose to convert paper into glucose needed to produce electricity. Cellulose will serve as a catalyst so that it can be used multiple times.

The technology has some way to go until it will be powering the homes of the future, however: in Sony's demonstration at the event, a prototype 'bio battery' powered by paper was able to generate justa bout enough electricity to run a small fan - see above image.

Sony claims that the paper-powered battery can generate electricity up to 18wh which is equivalent to the energy produced by 6 AA batteries, really amazing.

This futuristic discovery could be one alternative energy, greener in the future. [via expertreviews]

Sony has officially started the initial development phases for the first ever Playstation 4 games.

We’ve got a long way to go until the Playstation 3 makes way for a successor, but sources close to Sony have confirmed to several sites that early progress is being made with the first games.

Games website Develop reports that various game projects for the next-generation Playstation console have started, and are currently in very early stages. The website quotes a ‘trusted source’ that is ‘connected to the matter’.

Sony has sixteen of its own studios which are used to develop games for its variety of consoles including Naughty Dog (Crash Bandicoot), Media Molecule (Little Big Planet) and Guerilla Games (Killzone), though we don’t know which of the studios are currently working on PS4 titles.

Just Dance 3 is a upcoming music video game to be released on the Wii, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360, with Move and Kinect support respectively for the latter two. It is part of the Just Dance video game series published by Ubisoft. Just Dance 3 was announced shortly after the release of Just Dance 2 and will be released on October 11, 2011 worldwide.

Just Dance 3 is available for the Kinect, PlayStation 3, and the Wii, but this review only applies to the Kinect version.


Here the Top 40 tracks across a wide range of genres, Just Dance 3.
1.Tik Tok (Vinylmoverz Edit) Saphira
2. California Gurls (Rob Hilton Mix) [feat. Vivienne] Hit Factory
3. I Gotta Feeling (Alex Twister Rmx) Blockbusta
4. Alejandro (Full Rotation Club Edit) Suzette Melendez
5. Sin & Crime 2K11 (Lady XTCS Radio Gaga Edit) Booty Style
6. Sister Golden Hair (Angelo Grosso Mix) High Definition
7. Whiter Shade of Pale (Club Avengers Rmx) Inception
8. Run to You (Royal Deejays Rmx) Global Gigolos
9. Don't You Want Me (Electro Fireflies Dub) Mind & Moore
10. Kiss (Mardi Gras Sound Edit) Ministry of Funk
11. Who Let the Dogs Out (Calvin Cudos Jungle Book Edit) [feat. Rawr] Mumbo
12. Free (Dave Sinclair Electro Mix) Joyce Kidd
13. Big Shame (You Can't Handle Me) [Sirius Club Mix] {feat. Ayleen} Catch the Cat
14. Hide and Seek (Whatcha Say Club Edit) [feat. Matthew Kramer] Dance 2 Infinity
15. Another Day In Paradise (Stereo Love Rmx) Robyn Master
16. Tell the Truth (Bulletproof Workout Mix) [feat. Les Mieux] Nouveau
17. Studio 54 (Starborn Remix Edit) Beatrice Thomas
18. Short Dick Man (Dirty Sanchez Edit) [feat. Capri Moran] Notta Lotta
19. Stand By Me (No Glee Mix) [feat. Jazzy Lee] Vintage Soul
20. My Baby Just Cares for Me (DJ Saphire Americano Mix) Yolanda Del Mundo
21. Empire of State of Mind (Twilight Club Dub) [feat. Eclipse] Bond Girl
22. Dirty Girl (Eric Vendetta Airplay Version) [feat. Ratz Azz] Boom Pow
23. Welcome to My World 2011 (Funhouse Mix) Teenage Dream
24. Yippie Yeah (Low Down Hustlaz Edit) [feat. Myzelle] Bunch of Pussies
25. Pump Up the Jam (Rfn Electro Funhouse Rmx) Supershake
26. Sing Hallelujah (Ibiza's All Fedde Up Dub) [feat. Mona Rae] Membrane
27. Hot'n'Cold (Steve Osaka NRJ Airplay Version) DJ Groupie
28. Let's Dance (Inception Remix) Vinylmoverz
29. Le Freak (Twisted Disco Edit) [feat. Nashi] 54
30. I Wait for Your Hug (Fame Monster Mix) [feat. Billionaire] Leesha Loves
31. Whoomp! There It Is (Clubland Cut) Kings of Commotion
32. Say a Little Prayer (Gettin' Over You Mix) The 1,2,3,4s
33. Take a Chance11 (Total Party Dance Mix) Bad Romance
34. Flashdance (What A Feeling) [La Cascada Agua Dance Edit] Rod Bass & Heat Hunter
35. Just the Way I Feel (Kilu Radio Edit) [feat. Sarah R] Emma J
36. Out of Your Love (Rod Bass & Heat Hunter Edit) [feat. Kate Lesing] Dance Club
37. Speak & Spell (Agamemnon Project Avatar Rmx) Emhead
38. Fight for This Love (Dub Kontor Mix) Nanou
39. Over the Rainbow (Surfin' USA Hands Up Edit) Grid Girls
40. Unfaithful (Ultra Club Sounds Edit) De Lorean

Carry around your Z Series with its ultra thin profile and full flat design, with no bulge from the battery weighing less than 1.2 kilos.

Enjoy solid Japanese craftsmanship in light but strong carbon fibre, with a new hexa-shell housing. Exclusively styled to complement your professional image.

Sony VAIO Z just weighs 1.18 kg (compared to 1.32 kg for Air and 1.1kg for ASUS UX21) and be just 16.65mm thin (compared to 17mm of MBA). Full dimensions are 210 x 16.65 x 330mm. Vaio Z comes with a backlit keyboard, ‘button-less’ touchpad.

Keep all your confidential files safe and secure with the built-in fingerprint recognition security and Trusted™ Platform Module (TPM) technology.
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It has less sound and vibration than conventional drives and is more resilient to impacts. Unlike an HDD, the drive does not require defragging, further enhancing efficiency.
The 2nd generation Intel® Core™ i7 Processor** guarantee ultra efficient multimedia computing, faster multitasking and enhanced visual experiences.

You need total flexibility? You got it. Connect to the advanced Docking station* for high performance external graphics and optical disc drive access.
Sony VAIO Z Series Specs

• CPU: Intel Core i7-2620M 2.70GHz (with Turbo Boost up to 3.40GHz),
• RAM: 8GB of DDR3 SDRAM,
• Hard disk: 256GB SSD RAID storage (4 SSDs)
• Display: 13.1” 1600×900 or 1920×1080 HD display
• Quick Boot that cuts down boot time to half
• Embedded VAIO ‘everywair’ 3G WWAN on selected models connects via your mobile broadband operator.
• biometric sensor to log in and unlock.
• Power media Dock: a “monolithic expansion module” an brings with it Thunderbolt connectivity (Light Peak), HDMI and VGA connectivity to connect up to four displays, and 1GB of RAM extra graphics courtesy of AMD to boost overall graphics performance. It also comes with a DVD / Blu-ray drive.
• Battery: 7 hours + 7 hours sheet battery (14 hours total)
• HD web camera powered by Exmor technology

Availability & Pricing: Sony VAIO Z would be available in late July 2011 and cost nearly From £1,999.00. Photo Credit: Sony; gizmodo