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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.
Analyst: No Delays Expected for Sony's Playstation 3
Sony's anticipated Playstation game console has faced numerous delays in the past, citing problems with its new hardware design, however experts contend the company has started full-swing production, quelling fears of further delays.
Sony Next Gen DVD Recorder Coming Dec.
Sony Corp. said on Tuesday it will launch its Blu ray high definition optical disc recorders in Japan in December
Sony to launch blu-ray recorder in Japan in Dec
Sony Corp said on Tuesday it will launch its Blu-ray high-definition optical disc recorders in Japan in December, in time for......
Battery Recalls May Cost Industry over $280 mln
The recall of Sony manufactured batteries for notebooks by major PC manufacturers could cost the PC industry over $280 million, one market research firm concludes.
Sony Ericsson to Release New Phone's for Asia, America
Sony Ericsson announced new phones in its popular Walkman branded line, with three optimized for use in China and South East Asian markets, and one for use in the Americas.
Sony Battery Woes Deepen
Toshiba Corp. and Fujitsu Ltd. joined a growing list of computer makers recalling Sony Corp. batteries in the latest blow to consumer confidence in Sony's reputation as a manufacturer. Toshiba announced a recall of 830,000 laptop batteries prone to short-circuiting and even catching fire.
Dell, Sony to Increase Battery Recall
Dell announced on Friday that an additional 200 thousand batteries need to be recalled, expanding the initial recall the firm placed in August.
Lenovo to recall laptop battery
Lenovo Group Ltd, the 3rd largest personal computer maker in the world, become a new member of pc makers annoyed by the problem......
Sony and Fossil to Create Bluetooth Watch
Sony Ericsson is partnering with watch maker Fossil Inc to create a new line of watches that have the ability to synchronize with cell phones via Bluetooth wireless technology.
IBM, Lenovo Recall Laptop Batteries
IBM Corp. and Lenovo Inc. are recalling over half a million battery packs for its ThinkPad notebook computers equipped with rechargeable lithium-ion batteries manufactured by Sony Corp.
Game Group confident for year despite Sony delay
Video games retailer Game Group said on Tuesday it was confident its full year result would be better than last year despite a delay in the launch of Sony Corp.'s Playstation 3.
Playstation3 Shows Progress At Tokyo Game Show
Sony's next-generation playstation game console has been plagued with a number of delays, high-prices, and technical difficulties, however, the past weekend at this years Tokyo Game Show, the company gave gamers, developers, and investors a taste of what's to come.
Sony to Shuffle Execs
Sony Corp. announced on Monday that is will reassign several executives to align its structure along its core consumer and semiconductor businesses and strengthen product development and quality.