Mar 272012
 

Pre-ordering for the Sony PlayStation Vita (PS Vita) 3G/WiFi model begins from 28 March at designated PlayStation Partner Shops (included Sony Store, HMV and Game Shops), SingTel shops and SingTel’s authorized dealers and get the special premium: Original designed SGD20 PSN voucher card.

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Sep 302011
 

The Sony Tablet S is an Android 3.2 Honeycomb device with a NVIDIA Tegra 2 mobile processor, 9.4-inch LED-backlit TruBlack IPS screen (1280×800) and WiFi (no 3G), weighing only 598g and its unique asymmetric design conveys a sense of lightness. Sony Tablet S comes with a 5MP rear camera and a 0.3MP front camera, infrared to enable Universal Remote Control, DLNA to connect to other devices and the first Playstation Certified tablet.

A range of optional accessories is available for Sony Tablet S, including a cradle, AC adapter, LCD screen protector, carrying case and USB adaptor cable, as well as a Bluetooth keyboard.

Sony Tablet S is available in both 16GB and 32GB version for $668 and $798 respectively and will be available in Singapore at the end of October 2011. You can pre-order the Sony Tablet S at all Sony Stores (except T3), Sony Centres, Best Denki, Courts, Harvey Norman.

Initial thoughts:

  • I’ve held the Sony Tablet S, it really “feels” very light, even compared to the iPad 2 or the Samsung GALAXY Tab 10.1. Love the sleek ergonomic design.
  • The Universal Remote Control makes the Sony Tablet S a very good coffee table device.
  • The IPS screen has very good viewing angles, but it’s a fingerprint magnet.
  • I wish they had more content delivery service available for Singapore, like integrating their PSN content, video, music, e-books.
  • If the Sony Tablet S had, 3G would be a perfect device.
  • The Playstation games run very smoothly. Resizable and moveable onscreen controls and buttons.
  • I think the touch responsiveness still needs to be better and I attribute that to Honeycomb rather than the hardware. However, it’s obviously more responsive than other Android tablet device.
  • Uses a proprietary connector for charging and docking. Not sure if the microUSB can be used to charge the device.
That’s all folks. Would you buy the Sony Tablet S when it comes out? Or better still, pre-order the Sony Tablet S?
Sep 232011
 

Next 2 key features of the Sony Tablet S is Connectivity and Entertainment. The Sony Tablet S wirelessly connects to DLNA compatible devices, such as Sony BRAVIA televisions, so users can “throw” their favourite photos and movies onto a big screen for greater enjoyment with friends, family and that special one. A built-in infrared sensor also allows the Sony Tablet S  to function as a remote control.

The Sony Tablet S is also the first series of PlayStation Certified tablets on which original PlayStation games like Crash Bandicoot and Pinball Heroes can be played anytime and anywhere. There’s actually more entertainment available like music, video and e-books, but there’s no word on whether if it will be available in Singapore.

Jun 092011
 

Sony Ericsson

Sony Ericsson Xperia arc

  • Super-slim, and lightweight with perfect ergonomics
  • Extra wide 4.2” multi-touch Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine
  • Sony Exmor R for mobile: for best-in-class low-light photography and video capture
  • 8.1 megapixel camera and HD video recording capability
  • Share pictures and videos on your HD TV via the HDMI connector

PC Show price: $838 (RRP: $888)

Sony Ericsson Xperia PLAY

  • The world’s first PlayStation certified smartphone
  • Immersive gaming experience with super fast graphics and dedicated slide-out gaming controls
  • On the latest version of Google’s Android platform Gingerbread (version 2.3)
  • Preloaded with six games to enhance gaming experience with your smartphone

PC Show price: $698 (RRP: $888)

Special Edition Harry Potter-themed Spiro

  • Iconic Sony Ericsson Walkman™ music player
  • Tunes on the go – 3.5mm jack, Bluetooth™ stereo and FM radio
  • TrackID™ – to find out the song
  • Catch up with friends on Facebook™ and Twitter™
  • Exclusive Harry Potter battery cover, mobile game and wallpapers

PC Show bundle: one Harry Potter Spiro + one normal edition Spiro@ $288 (RRP: $188)

Other Products

Xperia X10 HD – PC Show price: $568 (RRP: $638)
Xperia X8 – PC Show price: $268 (RRP: $338)
Cedar – PC Show price: $158 (RRP: $198)
Zylo – PC Show price: $188 (RRP: $228)

Accessories PC Show price
1. Bundle A: Wireless Portable Speaker MBS-200 + 8GB microSD™ card $88
2. Bundle B: Hi-Fi Wireless Headset with FM Radio MW600 + Car Charger AN300 $98
3. Bundle C: Hi-Fi Wireless Headset with FM Radio MW600 + Standard Battery BST41 (free desktop charger) $138
4. Bluetooth® Handsfree VH700 $58
5. Standard Battery BST41 (free desktop charger) $78
6. Bluetooth® Handsfree VH410 $49
7. Hi-Fi Stereo Headset MH610 $39
8. Hi-Fi Wireless Headset with FM Radio MW600 $79
9. Wireless Portable Speaker MBS-200 $68
10. Micro- USB charger EP700 $38
11. Car Charger AN300 $28
12. Stereo Portable Handsfree HPM-77 $29
13. Bluetooth® Watch MBW-150/200 $118
14. Fitness Experience Pack XP110 $98

The Sony Ericsson PC Show 2011 brochures are below:

Jun 072011
 

Here are my notes for the Sony Playstation E3 Press Conference which I’ll sort out later:

Sony Playstation 3

  • Adding Cinema Now
  • Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception
    • Beta June 28th (Multi-player Demo)
    • Released date – 1st November 2011
    • In 3D
  • Resistance 3 (in 3D)
    • September 6. 2011 Sharpshooter bundle $150
  • God of War Origins Collections
    • Remastered in 3D
  • ICO: Shadow of the Colossus
    • Remastered in 3D
  • NBA 2K12
    • NBA on the move (using the Playstation Move)
    • Release on October 4th, 2011
  • Medieval Move: Dead Man’s Quest
    • from the makers of Sports Champions
    • Available Fall 2011
  • Infamous 2
    • Available 7th June 2011
    • Playstation Move enabled
  • Little Big Planet 2 (update)
    • Playstation Move enabled
    • Available in September 2011
  • Starhawk
    • from the creators of Warhawk
  • Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time
    • Coming in 2012
  • DUST 514
    • Playstation Move enabled
    • Dedicated Playstation Home space
    • true multiplatform game
    • Will connect to Eve Online on the PC
    • Available on NGP
    • Closed beta end of 2011
    • Coming spring 2012
  • Bioshock Infinite
    • Playstation Move enabled
    • Bioshock universe on NGP
    • Will get a copy of the 1st Bioshock
  • Saints Row 3
    • Launches november 15
    • Comes with Playstation Exclusive content
  • Star Trek
    • Playstation Move enabled
    • Playable prequel of the full game
    • Playable in 3D
    • Comes with Playstation Exclusive content
    • Coming in 2012
  • SSX
    • Exclusive Mt Fuji level – 10 drop points, built from NASA scans – will be exclusive to SSX on PS3.
  • Need for Speed: The Run
    • will get 7 additional super cars
  • Battlefield 3
    • Bundled with Battlefield 1943

Playstation 3D Monitor

  • Playstation branded 3D display
  • 24″ display
  • See individual unique split screen
  • Playstation 3D Glasses
    • Works with almost all 3D TVs
  • $499

Playstation Suite

  • Playstation certified Android smartphones and tablets

Playstation Vita (PSVITA)

  • Front and back touchpad
  • 2 Analog sticks
  • 5″ OLED screen
  • Front and rear cameras
  • 6-axis motion
  • WiFi and WiFi + 3G
  • Partner exclusively with AT&T
  • Cloud saves
  • Crossplay
  • Content sharing
  • Party
    • Voice-chat live over headsets or microphone in party room
  • Near
    • Social connection tools for Playstation
    • Recommend games, share trophy details, etc.
  • Uncharted: Golden Abyss
    • Touch controls enabled
  • Ruin
    • Social Action-based RPG
    • Compatible with PS3
    • Share using twitter and facebook
    • Events happen in real time
    • Save progress in the cloud and pick up where you left off on the PS3
  • ModNation Racers
    • New experience specifically for PSVita
    • Touch enabled track editor
    • Will have access to 200 million over tracks
  • Wipeout 2048
    • Crossplay functionality
  • Little Big Planet
    • New ways to play
    • New multiplayer functionalities
    • New ways to create
    • Share costumes with PS3
  • Street Fighter X Tekken
    • Coming to PSVita
    • Cole from Infamous will be joining
  • Available Holiday 2011
  • WiFi – US$249.99, Euro $249, Yen 24,980
  • WiFi + 3G – US$299.99, Euro $299, Yen 29,980
Jun 042011
 


The Sony Playstation Network (PSN) is finally back in most countries (including Singapore) and the Sony Playstation Store is offering a “Welcome Back” package. The “Welcome Back” package will contain 30 days free Playstation Plus (redeem before 4th July 2011), 2 free PS3 games, 2 free PSP games and a free theme. The “Welcome Back” package will only be available for those Playstation Network members who registered before 21st April 2011.

The free games for Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia are as follows:

PS3™: PSP®:
  • The Last Guy (Chinese/English Version)
  • Come on, LocoRoco!! BuuBuu Cocoreccho (Chinese/English Version)
  • Trashbox (Chinese/English Version)
  • Hustle King (English Version)
  • WipEout ®HD Bundle (English Version)
  • Everybody’s Stress Buster (Chinese/English Version)
  • LittleBigPlanet™ (Chinese/English Version)
  • LocoRoco™ -Midnight Carnival- (Chinese/English Version)
  • Modnation™ Racer PSP® (Chinese/English Version)

The free theme will be Dokodemo Issyo Spring Theme for the above countries.

There will also be a special offer for all Sony Playstation Home users.

Jan 312011
 
Opening

PlayStation Suite

NGP Part 1

NGP Part 2

NGP Part 3

CAPCOM

SEGA

TECMO KOEI GAMES

Konami Digital Entertainment

Epic Games

Activision

Closing

Source:
PlayStation®Meeting 2011
joystiq PlayStation Meeting 2011, part one: PlayStation Suite
joystiq PlayStation Meeting 2011, part two: NGP
joystiq PlayStation Meeting 2011, part three: Developers