Light, Sony ink deal for multi-camera application for smartphones with four or more cameras

Light

Light — the company behind the L16 camera, and leader in advanced computational imaging has announced that is has signed an agreement with Sony Semiconductor Solutions to jointly work on development and marketing of multi-image sensor solutions. Continue reading “Light, Sony ink deal for multi-camera application for smartphones with four or more cameras”

Sony Xperia L3 with 5.7-inch HD+ display, 3GB RAM, dual-rear cameras surface in renders

Apart from the Xperia XA3 and XA3 Plus, Sony is also said to be planning on bringing a new entry-level model; the Xperia L3. It sports a 5.7-inches 18:9 HD 720p LCD display and will most probably be powered by a MediaTek chipset in-line with few other Xperia mid-range phones. Continue reading “Sony Xperia L3 with 5.7-inch HD+ display, 3GB RAM, dual-rear cameras surface in renders”

Sony Xperia XA3 Plus with 6.5-inch 21:9 CinemaWide display, dual rear cameras surface in renders

Sony at the MWC 2019 is expected to introduce quite a number of smartphones with an unusual 21: 9 format display design. One among the smartphone is the Xperia “XA3” whose renders have surfaced the internet. As reported earlier, the XA3 comes in two variants; XA3 and XA3 Plus.  Continue reading “Sony Xperia XA3 Plus with 6.5-inch 21:9 CinemaWide display, dual rear cameras surface in renders”

Sony Xperia XA3 with 6-inch 21:9 CinemaWide display, dual rear cameras surface

Sony Xperia XA3

At the MWC event which is set to kick-start later this month, Sony is expected to introduce the Xperia XZ4 and budget segment devices including the XA3 which is fresh to surface the internet. The latest leak suggests that the Xperia XA3 might pack in an unusual design with a 21:9 aspect ratio display format. Continue reading “Sony Xperia XA3 with 6-inch 21:9 CinemaWide display, dual rear cameras surface”

Sony shipped 1.8 million smartphones in Q3 FY 2018, 55% YoY decline

Sony smartphone woes continue to grow as the company ended the December 2018 quarter with just 1.8 million shipments. This represents a fall of 55% compared to last year where it shipped 4 million smartphones. The company has also reduced the full-year outlook, now targeting 6.5 million unit sales compared to 7.0 million units previously. Continue reading “Sony shipped 1.8 million smartphones in Q3 FY 2018, 55% YoY decline”

Sony α6400 mirrorless camera with real-time Eye Autofocus, real-time tracking, 24.2MP sensor announced

Sony α6400

Sony Electronics has introduced the α6400 its new inclusion to the E-mount mirrorless camera lineup. The α6400 boasts the world’s fastest autofocus (AF) acquisition of 0.02 seconds, and also brings the new advanced “Real-time Eye AF” and “Real-time Tracking” capabilities. It also includes high-speed shooting at up to 11 fps with AF/AE tracking. Continue reading “Sony α6400 mirrorless camera with real-time Eye Autofocus, real-time tracking, 24.2MP sensor announced”

Sony introduces ‘360 Reality Audio’ music experience with object-based spatial audio technology

Sony 360 Reality Audio

Sony has announced an all new music experience at the CES 2019; the “360 Reality Audio”  which makes listeners feel as if they are immersed in sound from all directions. The new experience is delivered by Sony’s object-based spatial audio technology.  Continue reading “Sony introduces ‘360 Reality Audio’ music experience with object-based spatial audio technology”

Sony SRS-XB12, SRS-XB22, SRS-XB32, and GTK-PG10 portable speakers announced at CES 2019

SRS-XB32 portable speaker

Sony Electronics at CES 2019 has announced a refreshed Extra Bass wireless speaker line-up which includes; SRS-XB12, SRS-XB22 and SRS-XB32 portable speakers, along with the new GTK-XB72 high-power speaker and a new outdoor party speaker, the GTK-PG10. Continue reading “Sony SRS-XB12, SRS-XB22, SRS-XB32, and GTK-PG10 portable speakers announced at CES 2019”

Sony Master Series Z9G 8K LCD and A9G 4K OLED TVs, HT-X8500 Dolby Atmos Soundbar, X800M2 4K Blu-ray player announced

Sony TV

Sony Electronics has announced the new MASTER Series Z9G 8K LCD and A9G 4K OLED televisions. Both new models feature the latest generation Picture Processor X1 Ultimate for accurate detail and contrast. The company also introduced the HT-X8500 Soundbar which comes with Dolby Atmos/DTS:X and built-in subwoofers and the new HT-S350 Soundbar.  Continue reading “Sony Master Series Z9G 8K LCD and A9G 4K OLED TVs, HT-X8500 Dolby Atmos Soundbar, X800M2 4K Blu-ray player announced”

Sony schedules CES 2019 event on January 7th, new Xperia smartphones expected

CES 2019 show is right around the corner and we are already seeing brands gearing up to introduce their innovation at the show. Sony announced that it will hold its press conference on January 7th, 2019 at 5PM PST (6:30 IST January 8th) in Las Vegas, USA. The company already started sending out invites to media. Continue reading “Sony schedules CES 2019 event on January 7th, new Xperia smartphones expected”

Sony Xperia L3 with 5.7-inch 18:9 display, 3GB RAM passes through the FCC

Sony is busy working on the Xperia L3, successor of the Xperia L2, which is rumored to debut at the CES 2019 in the next few days. With the possible launch inching closer, the device has passed through the FCC carrying FCC ID PY7-50241M. The design sketches show that the device will carry 18:9 aspect ratio and will feature a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. Continue reading “Sony Xperia L3 with 5.7-inch 18:9 display, 3GB RAM passes through the FCC”

Sony to boost 3D camera sensor production after increased interest from Apple: Report

Sony 3D Camera

Sony is said to be boosting the production of its next-generation 3D sensors after receiving interest from customers including Apple Inc. The chips will power front and rear-facing 3D cameras for various smartphone models in 2019. Sony kick-started the mass production in late summer to meet demand, according to Satoshi Yoshihara, head of Sony’s sensor division. Continue reading “Sony to boost 3D camera sensor production after increased interest from Apple: Report”

Sony Xperia XZ4 screen protector surfaces hinting at tall 21:9 aspect ratio screen

Sony is busy prepping its next flagship; the Xperia XZ4 which is set to launch at the MWC 2019 event in February. Surprising everyone, Sony might bring this phone with the new 21:9 aspect ratio. It alls in line with the earlier rumors where we have seen a 21:9 aspect ratio in CAD images.  Continue reading “Sony Xperia XZ4 screen protector surfaces hinting at tall 21:9 aspect ratio screen”

Sony WH-1000XM3 Noise Cancelling Headphones Review: Keeps Getting Better

There are few products that manage to take a giant step forward with every successive iteration. Sony’s 1000XM line of headphones is one such product that not only excels on their own but has taken the competition head-on.  The XM2 doubled battery but generally played it safe. With the WH-1000XM3 though, Sony has gone back to the drawing board and is making massive changes all around. What does it mean for the lineup? Find out in our review. Continue reading “Sony WH-1000XM3 Noise Cancelling Headphones Review: Keeps Getting Better”

Sony sold 86 million PS4 units in 5 years, introduces PS4 Call of Duty Black Ops 4 bundle

Sony PS4 Call of Duty Black Ops 4 bundle

Sony’s PlayStation 4 is now five years old and the company announced that it has sold over 86.1 million units in addition to over 777.9 Million software units worldwide. To celebrate this occasion, the company is releasing a new PS4 bundle; Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 PS4 bundle. Continue reading “Sony sold 86 million PS4 units in 5 years, introduces PS4 Call of Duty Black Ops 4 bundle”