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Sony's 1.3 megapixel cameras joined U.S. Department of Defense
Sony’s latest-generation network security cameras will be use to survey and secure some of Department of Defense's most sensitive area.
Sony Unveils Three DVD-Integrated Home Theater Systems
Sony introduced three new home theater systems on Wednesday, adding to its lineup of home solutions with DVD based equipment.
Sony shares outstrip peers after shake-up
Shares of Sony Corp outperformed those of its rivals in a sliding market on Monday, as CEO Howard Stringer's move to directly oversee the electronics arm at the center of the firm's problems raised investor hopes for speedier restructuring.
Sony shares up, Stringer takes control
Shares of Sony Corp rose on Monday after the electronics maker said CEO Howard Stringer would double up as president and directly oversee the electronics division at the center of its problems.
Vizio passes Sony in flat panel TVs
LCD TV brand Vizio Inc overtook Sony during the fourth quarter to become the second-best selling flat panel TV brand in the United States after stepping up its marketing efforts, research firm iSuppli said.
Vizio, whose TVs are made by Taiwan's Amtran Technology, took 14.3 percent of all flat panel TV shipments in the October-December period as consumers' appetite for more expensive brands fell...
Cinematographers use tech to bring visions to life
Anthony Dod Mantle remembers racing through the slums of Mumbai, desperately trying to keep up with the 7-year-olds who ran ahead of him.
Mobiles to have same charging socket by 2012
It said handsets would have a micro USB interface, already used to transfer pictures from digital cameras to a computer.
MLB '09 The show comes with additional audio features
Additional audio features for the MLB '09 The Show have been released. Senior Sound Designer Andrew Bracken from Sony's San Diego Studios and MLB introduced the new audio features to all for all PlayStation baseball fans.
'MLB '09 The show' adds additional audio features
Additional audio features for the MLB '09 The Show have been released. Senior Sound Designer Andrew Bracken from Sony's San Diego Studios and MLB introduced the new audio features to all for all PlayStation baseball fans.
Sony profit beats expectations; still expects annual loss
Sony Corp. said Thursday its profit for the third quarter fell to 10.4 billion yen ($114 million), or about 10 yen a share. The company attributed losses to a strong yen, falling investments, and losses at its financial unit.
Four new colors for PSP available by March
Sony is offering portable gamers in Japan the option of four new and very bright colors for their gaming enjoyment.
Sony on the edge of $2.9 billion annual loss, shares drop
Sony Corp warned Thursday of a $2.9 billion annual operating loss citing weak demand, a stronger yen and reorganization expenses which would mean the first loss for the company in 14 years.
31% net drop causes Ericsson to cut jobs
Telecom equipment maker Ericsson had a 31% decline in its fourth-quarter earnings to $430.9 million.
Two new relevant features of PS3 Firmware 2.6 update
Sony update brings with it a host of new features designed to improve the PS3 experience.
Sony Ericsson posts loss on lower consumer spending
Sony Ericsson reported loss of 187 million euro or $246 million in the fourth quarter, as the economic downturn lowered consumer spending.
Sony to miss forecast, see first operating loss in 14 years: report
Sony Corp. is expected to post its first operating loss in 14 years of about $1.12 billion (100 billion yen) of the year ending March 31, reported Japanese daily Nikkei on Tuesday.
Sony goes thin with new 8-inch notebook
Sony unveiled the VAIO P Series Lifestyle PC, boasting that it is the world's lightest notebook with an 8-inch screen and weighing just 1.4 pounds at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas Wednesday.
Playstation 3 hits 130pct growth during Christmas
Retail movement of Sony's powerful home gaming system picked up during 2008, with growth more than doubling over the Christmas season according to reports.
Sony Lambasts Nintendo, Microsoft as valueless add-on 'peddlers'
Amid a swathe of negative publicity against its Playstation 3 device, Sony fired back late Wednesday, issuing a press-release blasting its competitors as lacking features and value.
Nokia gains market share as Motorola slips; Samsung, LG rise
Nokia's leading share of the global mobile phone market slipped nearly 4 percent in the first quarter while Motorola's share fell by more than 8 percent as rivals Samsung and LG advanced, according to new research.
3M, Sony Sign License Deal on Optical Film Technology
3M Co. said late Friday it signed a license agreement with Sony Corp. granting Sony rights to use certain 3M optical film technology for its LCD televisions.
Microsoft MessengerTV Launches in 20 Countries
Software giant Microsoft Corp launched a new online service in 20 countries on Tuesday that allow users to watch video clips at the same time as a network of friends while chatting via Windows Live Messenger.
GTA 4 poised to dominate Xbox Live
Players of the popular Grand Theft Auto video game series have always reveled in its unique blend of beatings, shootings and vehicular mayhem.
Investors Bet on Marvel as 'Iron Man' Buzz Grows
Marvel Entertainment Inc's prospects are rising as investors lifted the company's stock on expectations of strong box-office results for its Iron Man film.
Sony Fiscal Year Profit May Rise 430Pct, Japanese Source
Sony Corp. may probably report an increase of 430 percent of profit for the 2007-2008 financial year ended March 31 since demand for digital cameras, computers and other electronics increased, the newspaper Nikkei reported on Friday.
Sony will acquire Gracenote Inc. for $260 Million
Sony Corp. of America said on Tuesday it will acquire Gracenote Inc. a company that provides music recognition technologies for about $260 million.
Sony, Universal Music Group Partner to Offer Music on Nokia Phones
Sony BMG revealed on Tuesday that it will join Universal Music Group in a partnership that will allow users of certain mobile phones to access its entire music catalog by the end of the year.
Nintendo Leading Rivals as Video Game Sales Jump 57 Percent
U.S. retail sales of video games soared by 57 percent to $1.7 billion in March led by Nintendo's games and systems.Video game hardware and software sales, in March, were $1.7 billion with Nint...
Apple, Sony Pay Japanese Customers Over Battery Fire
Apple and Sony reached an agreement on Monday to pay about 1.3 million yen ($12,903) to settle claims that a man was burned after an Apple computer caught fire, which allegedly was caused by a faulty Sony battery.
Record Companies Battle Baidu over Copyright Infringement
Sony, Warner Music Group and Vivendi sued Baidu.com Inc, seeking record damages on allegations that the Chinese Internet Search site infringed copyright by offering links to pirated music.