Sony to launch motion controller for PlayStation 3 in spring 2010September 24th, 2009 Sony to launch new motion controller next springNEW YORK — Sony plans to release a new motion controller next spring for the PlayStation 3 video game console. The controller will work with the PlayStation Eye camera, which can track players' voices, faces and body motion.
Microsoft proposes (Project Natal) but Sony PS 3 exposes the real motion controller first! Game on buddiesJune 3rd, 2009 The Game is on. After Microsoft demoed their Project Natal concept for Xbox 360, Sony showed off a real prototype of their motion controller which looks like a wand with a color changing ball on top.
Microsoft, Sony take aim at gaming leader Nintendo at Electronic Entertainment ExpoJune 3rd, 2009 Microsoft, Sony take aim at Nintendo during E3LOS ANGELES — Both Microsoft and Sony debuted prototype motion controllers for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 at the Electronic Entertainment Expo, while the only gadget that gaming leader Nintendo unveiled was a device that Wii users can use to check their pulse. "I wasn't surprised to see Microsoft and Sony copying Nintendo," said Forrester analyst Paul Jackson.
Now, Harry Potter iPhone app to hone your magic skillsJuly 17th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Harry Potter fans can now practice their magic wand skills on their iPhones, all thanks to a new application called 'Magic Wars'. The free iPhone app trains Hogwarts' newest students in the art of casting spells and prepares them for duels with other wizards.
E3 2009 Round UpJune 5th, 2009 The Electronic Entertainment Expo, commonly known as E3 - the world's largest convention for video games - has ended this Thursday with a total of 40,000 attendees compared to about 5,000 over the past two years. We have to wait till June 15th to 17th, 2010 for the next E3 to be held at Los Angeles Convention Center.
Steven Spielberg unveils motion-control camera for Xbox 360 at E3June 1st, 2009 Spielberg unveils motion control for Xbox 360LOS ANGELES — Gamers, get ready for your close-up. Steven Spielberg was on hand to introduce a prototype camera Monday that can be used as a controller for the Xbox 360.
TiVo unveils BlackBerry app enabling recording of shows on the goSeptember 30th, 2009 TiVo unveils BlackBerry app for show recordingTV viewers can now TiVo using their BlackBerry. TiVo Inc., the maker of digital video recorders that can pause and rewind live programming, unveiled a free application Wednesday for the BlackBerry that lets subscribers set up recording of TV shows from the phones.
Microsoft 'Project Natal' will Make Current Game Controllers ObsoleteJune 2nd, 2009 At the E3 conference today, Microsoft stole the show with their "No Controller" Natal Project. Literally the project will make 'you' the controller as you see in some sci-fi movies.
TechBits: TiVo while mobile; Motorola's Google phone; AT&T satphone; Verizon ends the HubSeptember 30th, 2009 TechBits packagePHILADELPHIA — TV viewers can now TiVo using their BlackBerry. TiVo Inc., the maker of digital video recorders that can pause and rewind live programming, unveiled a free application Wednesday for the BlackBerry that lets subscribers set up recording of TV shows from the phones.
Microsoft Xbox executive Shane Kim to retire after 19 yearsSeptember 15th, 2009 Xbox exec Shane Kim to retire after 19 yearsNEW YORK — Shane Kim, the Microsoft Corp. executive who oversaw the growth of its video game business from the original Xbox and through such hits as "Halo" and "Gears of War," is retiring after 19 years with the software maker.
Sony struggles to recapture creative glamour of pioneering Walkman of 30 years agoJuly 1st, 2009 Sony struggling as Walkman hits 30th anniversaryTOKYO — When the Sony Walkman went on sale 30 years ago, it was shown off by a skateboarder to illustrate how the portable cassette-tape player delivered music on-the-go — a totally innovative idea back in 1979. Today, Sony Corp.
iPhone app shows models strip as Oz share market slumps!September 24th, 2009 MELBOURNE - A sportswear company has come up with an iPhone application and a related website where models can be seen peeling off their layers as the Australian share market takes a tumble. The application, available for free from Apple's App store, also shows the models, male and females, dressing themselves again as the market index increase in value.
Sony cuts price of PlayStation 3 by $100 to $299, plans new, slim versionAugust 18th, 2009 Sony cuts price of PlayStation 3 by $100NEW YORK — After months of rumors and anticipation, Sony says it's slashing the price of the PlayStation 3 by $100 to $299. Sony Corp. said Tuesday it will cut the price of the currently available 80 gigabyte PlayStation 3 effective immediately.
Sony India expects sales to drop next fiscalMarch 19th, 2009 KOLKATA - Consumer electronics company Sony India Pvt Ltd is expecting a lower sales growth in 2009-10 due to the global meltdown, a top official said here Thursday. 'We expect a sales growth in the range of 15-20 percent, lower from the current fiscal,' Sony India head (sales) Sunil Nayyar told reporters.
Sheriff embarrassed that drug investigators caught playing video game during Fla. raidSeptember 23rd, 2009 Fla. cops caught playing video game during raidBARTOW, Fla. — A Florida sheriff says he is embarrassed that investigators from a narcotics task force were caught on camera playing a video game while searching a convicted drug dealer's house.
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