Sony Stories
Sony to Cut Jobs at U.S. Video Game Unit
Sony's said Thursday that its computer entertainment unit laid off nearly 100 of its 1,600 U.S employees, with most coming from its headquarters in Foster City, Calif.
Sony Lists PS2 Titles Compatible with European PS3s
Sony Corp. (NYSE: SNE) announced on Tuesday a list of titles from its previous Playstation 2 game console that will be compatible with its new Playstation 3 system, expected to make its European launch this Friday.
Nintendo Wii Sales Dominate Rivals in January
January U.S. sales of Nintendo Co. Ltd.'s Wii video game system soared past consoles from rivals Sony Corp. and Microsoft Corp., according to the latest sales figures.
Sony-Ericsson Targets Emerging Indian Market
Mobile phone maker Sony-Ericsson said Wednesday that it will begin manufacturing low-cost cell phones in India, capitalizing on manufacturing agreements made with Flextronics and Foxconn.
Sony BMG Settles Spyware Case
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission said Sony BMG agreed to settle charges from the commission that it secretly installed software on users' computers that would monitor listening habits for marketing purposes, while also limiting the ability to play the music on certain devices and make copies.
Nokia Leads, Sony-Ericsson ‘Wows'
Nokia Corp. expanded its leadership position in the mobile handset market in 2006, shipping more units than its next two closest competitors combined, according to new research released today.
Nvidia Shares Affected by Weaker Playstation 3 Demand
Growing signs of weaker demand for Sony's new Playstation 3 video game system may be impacting some of its design partners, a new report indicates, with graphics system provider Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA), feeling Wall-Street heat today.
Playstation 3 Demand 'Sluggish,' says Analyst
Demand for Sony's next-generation Playstation 3 game-console may be slowing as a recent retail check shows that systems are staying on more shelves for longer periods.
Father of Playstation to Head New Game Studio
Ken Kutaragi, known as the father of the Playstation video-game console, will take helm of a new venture between Sony and Namco Bandai as the firm's partner to battle rival game makers.
PS3 In Stock; Possible Sign of Weaker Demand
Sony's Playstation 3 game console can be found in over one half of video game retailers, according to a new report, while Nintendo's Wii game machine can be found in a few stores, a sign that demand may be weakening.
Sony Ericsson Revenue Edges Ahead of Samsung
Mobile phone maker Sony Ericsson moved closer towards being one of the top three phone providers in the industry, as its revenue edged ahead of rival Samsung.
Video Game Industry Skyrockets in December
After a slow start to 2006, the video game industry witnessed a huge spike in sales, with hardware and software sales swelling to $3.7 billion in December.
Sony's LCD TV Corners Market
A new report reveals that Sony Electronics outpaced its rivals in 2006, achieving the number one spot for total TV market share.
Sony Debuts HD Robotic Camera
Sony introduced its first high-definition robotic camera on Thursday. The unit is designed for videoconferencing, distance learning, houses of worship and corporate training purposes.
Nintendo Wii Sells Out in Launch: Report
Despite being available in larger quantities in North America this weekend than its launch rival Sony PlayStation 3, one report indicates that eager consumers quickly snapped up all available Nintendo Wii game consoles.
Sony Offers HD Recorder for Medical Use
Sony Electronics unveiled a new optical recorder for medical professionals on Friday, allowing hospitals to record medical procedures in full high-definition resolution.
Sony Playstation 3 a 'Great Bargain': Analyst
Many consumers have expressed concern that Sony's new gaming console, the Playstation 3, is overpriced, with certain models costing nearly double that of the competition. Following an in-depth look inside the unit, however, one research firm believes the console delivers a great value.
Game Console Makers Battle for Holiday Buyers
Sony generated much fanfare last weekend with the debut of its Playstation 3 gaming console in Japan, but rivals Microsoft and Nintendo are preparing their own systems for lucrative holiday buying season.
Playstation 3 Launch Hampered by Shortages
As crowds lined up for the first time in stores across Japan this weekend for the highly anticipated Sony Playstation 3 gaming console, many prospective buyers were sure to be disappointed as company expected to struggle in meeting demand well into next year.
Sony Ericsson Becomes World's Fastest-Growing Mobile Vendor
Demand for Motorola Razr phone have peaked, according to analysts, allowing Sony Ericsson to capture the crown as the worlds fastest growing and most profitable vendor for the first time in over a year.
Sony to Bring Limited Edition PS2, Updated PSP
Sony will revamp its marketing efforts in upcoming months, rolling out limited edition products and pushing its upcoming next-generation console, vying to garner lucrative holiday season consumer spending.
Sony Ericsson Mobile Phones to Support 3D Graphics
Mobile Phone maker Sony Ericsson announced it is extending support for 3D graphics into its upcoming phones, adopting specialized hardware and software as it seeks to usher in a new era of mobile gaming.
Nintendo Wii to Pre-Sale on Oct 13
America's largest video game retailer said on Thursday that will begin accepting pre-orders for Nintendo's anticipated Wii video game console in October 13.
Nintendo, Microsoft May Benefit from PS3 Sell Out
As quickly as it began, the nation's largest gaming retailer sold completely out of Sony Playstation 3 pre-orders.
Sony to Deliver 50GB Blu-Ray Movie on Tuesday
Sony Pictures will release its first 50GB Blu-ray disc on Tuesday, making it the first to release a film in the next-generation DVD format on any disk at that capacity.
Google Partners with Warner, Sony for Music Videos
Google announced a number of partnerships on Monday in an effort to expand its Google Video service, adding music videos from two major record labels through an ad-supported model.
Sony Introduces HD Surgery Equipment
Sony Electronics introduced high-definition technology for medical surgery on Monday, rolling out equipment allowing practitioners to see details of patients at never-before resolutions.
Apple's iPod Continues to Gain Market Share
Despite emerging competition and an already sizable market share, Apple Computer continues to gain share with its venerable iPod music player latest research finds.
Sony Showcases Blu-ray Recorders
Sony Corp. introduced two single-layer Blu-ray Disc recorders with a single-layer, 25-Gbyte capacity at the Ceatec 2006 electronics show in Japan.
No Battery Recall for HP
A number of major PC manufacturers have issued recalls on batteries manufactured by Sony Corp in recent months, citing the potential for failures leading to hazardous explosions. Despite the growing concern, HP, decided on Tuesday that its systems are safe and that the company will not issue any recalls.


