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Sony Computer Entertainment NZ business takes 42% profit hit
Gaming

Sony Computer Entertainment NZ business takes 42% profit hit

Sony Computer Entertainment New Zealand saw its profits for last financial year take a massive 41.6% drop, with revenue also down nearly 8.5%.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Sep 2016
Sony DES offers up digital signage for the smartphone generation
Digital Signage

Sony DES offers up digital signage for the smartphone generation

Sony DES says its Magictron 4K interactive signage is digital signage for the smartphone generation, enabling them to engage with brands in new ways.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Mar 2016
Sony announces several new products at TGS 2015
Gaming

Sony announces several new products at TGS 2015

Sony rebranded Project Morpheus to PlayStation VR and revealed new PS4 titles at TGS 2015, including a Bloodborne expansion.

By Damian Seeto • 1 min read • Thu, 17th Sep 2015
Sony Computer Entertainment NZ profit soars as PlayStation dominates
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Sony Computer Entertainment NZ profit soars as PlayStation dominates

Sony Computer Entertainment NZ has recorded a 52.4% increase in its profit for the year ending 31 March 2015, with the PS4 dominating the Kiwi market.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Sep 2015
God of War III Remastered slicing to PS4
Gaming

God of War III Remastered slicing to PS4

Kratos returns in stunning 1080p as God of War III Remastered gears up to thrill PS4 gamers this July, marking a decade of the epic series.

By Damian Seeto • 1 min read • Sat, 21st Mar 2015
The PlayStation 4 is the best selling console in New Zealand
Gaming

The PlayStation 4 is the best selling console in New Zealand

Kiwi gamers crown PS4 as the nation's favourite, making it the fastest-selling console of the decade with a 65% market share.

By Damian Seeto • 1 min read • Fri, 20th Mar 2015
Sony targets mid-range market with Xperia M4 Aqua
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Sony targets mid-range market with Xperia M4 Aqua

Sony dives into mid-range waters with the Xperia M4 Aqua, featuring top-end camera and two-day battery life at an affordable price.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Mar 2015
PS Plus edition of Driveclub differs from retail version
Gaming

PS Plus edition of Driveclub differs from retail version

Sony has outlined the features from the 'free' PlayStation Plus edition of Driveclub and how it differs from the retail version.

By Damian Seeto • 1 min read • Fri, 9th May 2014

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Sony announces several new PS4 games at Paris Games Week
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Sony announces several new PS4 games at Paris Games Week

Sony announced several new PS4 games earlier today at the Paris Games Week event. Many of the games are exclusive to the platform.

By Damian Seeto • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Oct 2015
PS4 update 2.50 brings loads of new features
Gaming

PS4 update 2.50 brings loads of new features

PS4's 2.50 update revolutionises play with new Suspend/Resume, enhanced social tools, and accessibility features.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Mar 2015
Sony's VR headset Project Morpheus due out in 2016
Gaming

Sony's VR headset Project Morpheus due out in 2016

Sony's immersive VR ambition, Project Morpheus, is set for a 2016 release, promising a next-level PS4 gaming experience.

By Damian Seeto • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Mar 2015
PS4 sales now over 20.2 million units worldwide
Gaming

PS4 sales now over 20.2 million units worldwide

Sony's PS4 shatters records, hitting over 20.2 million sales globally, marking it the fastest-selling console in the company's history.

By Damian Seeto • 1 min read • Wed, 4th Mar 2015
PS4 online multiplayer free for everyone this weekend
Gaming

PS4 online multiplayer free for everyone this weekend

Sony gifts PS4 gamers a free multiplayer weekend with bonus Share Play access and PlayStation Plus titles like Injustice.

By Damian Seeto • 1 min read • Tue, 10th Feb 2015
PS4 Sells 18.5 Million Units Worldwide
Gaming

PS4 Sells 18.5 Million Units Worldwide

Sony Computer Entertainment has announced that worldwide sales of the PS4 have now topped over 18.5 million units.

By Damian Seeto • 1 min read • Thu, 8th Jan 2015
Sony Electronics launches 4K Ultra Short Throw Projector in New York Market
Gaming

Sony Electronics launches 4K Ultra Short Throw Projector in New York Market

Sony unveils its 4K Ultra Short Throw Projector in New York, promising transformative entertainment with its luxury design and tech.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 13th Oct 2014
BMW Vision enters the Gran Turismo 6 race track
Gaming

BMW Vision enters the Gran Turismo 6 race track

BMW unveils its Vision Gran Turismo in GT6, blending cutting-edge design with a 549 hp inline engine for unrivalled virtual racing thrills.

By Damian Seeto • 1 min read • Tue, 20th May 2014
Sony unveils Minecraft: PlayStation 3 Edition
Gaming

Sony unveils Minecraft: PlayStation 3 Edition

Sony announces Minecraft: PS3 Edition on disc from 14 May, following over 1.5M downloads, expanding its reach across PlayStation platforms.

By David Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2014
The Insurgent Pack arrives for Killzone
Gaming

The Insurgent Pack arrives for Killzone

Killzone's Insurgent Pack introduces a game-changing Character Class, new abilities, weapons, and thrilling modes, redefining multiplayer combat.

By David Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2014