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Sony NEX-5 and NEX-3 Officially Announced

This morning we wrote about the Sony NEX-3 that was spotted due to an announcement about a Sony HD Camcorder being launched late this fall. We now have the official specs for the Sony NEX-3 and the Sony NEX-5.

Each camera is similar in terms of technical specs. Both have a 14.2 megapixel Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor to capture images. Each camera uses a BIONZ image processor. Each has an ISO range of 200 – 12,800.

Differences between the cameras give the NEX-5 the edge over the NEX-3 in terms of the NEX-5 being capable of capturing video at 1080i HD whereas the NEX-3 captures video at 720p. [Read more…]

Sony EVIL NEX-3 Unveiled

Just a few moments ago we wrote about a new HD Sony Camcorder that was being worked on that featured an interchangeable lens system. The only details we had about the camcorder was that it used an Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor found in the NEX-3 and NEX-5.

This camera here is the NEX-3 that has that same sensor. The device features a 14.2 megapixel sensor and also uses the Sony E Series lens mount. On the back is a 7.5cm LCD screen. ISO sensitivity on the EVIL NEX-3 ranges from 200 to 12,800.

The camera is quite small measuring 117.2mm by 62.6mm by 33.4mm and weighs just 297 grams. Capabilities of the camera include the ability to capture HD video at a resolution of 720p at 30 frames per second. [Read more…]

Sony VAIO P Series Teardown

Just hours after receiving details of the new Sony VAIO P Series (second gen model), we now get to see all the insides of the lime green version.

The new Sony VAIO P Series was first announced this morning where we learned that it has a GPS built in along with accelerometers, 3G data connectivity amongst a few other new features.

The teardown reveals that Sony has done a lot of work squashing all the components in to the P Series although in doing that they also get rid of a standard SSD and change it for another SSD with a different non standard connection. [Read more…]

Sony VAIO P Series – New Models Announced

Sony has announced new models in the Sony VAIO P Series. The new ultra-portable PCs weigh just over 600g and have a number of new features which includes a GPS sensor and a Digital Compass along with an accelerometer. 3G is built in to the new VAIO P series also allowing connectivity whilst on the move.

The new ultra-portable is described by Sony as giving a fully-features Windows computing experience… and so much more (in their words). By adding the extra functions such as the GPS, digital compass and 3G connectivity, it certainly does add a bit of versatility to the ultra-portable.

On the keyboard a trackball can be found along with a couple of buttons. Also duplicated is a set of more mouse controls that can be found at the edges of the screen. Both a touchpad and left/right mouse buttons can be found down the left/right side of the screen allowing you to control the ultra-portable VAIO P with your thumbs as pictured above. [Read more…]

Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini Coming to Vodafone Soon

In the May edition of the Vodafone magazine a picture of the Sony Ericsson X10 Mini can be found indicating that it will be launching soon on that network. This is just the X10 Mini though and there is no mention of the X10 Mini Pro this time around.

A quick re-cap on what’s included in the X10 Mini show that it has a 5 megapixel camera. It runs the Android operating system. The X10 Mini has no QWERTY keyboard like the Mini Pro does, but other than that it’s essentially the same phone. [Read more…]

Google Android Dragonpoint TV Box from Sony

Google [GOOG] could be launching a new version of Android called Dragonpoint.

This information comes from information found over at Bloomberg that says…

“Sony, aiming to win back share lost to Samsung Electronics Co. and LG Electronics Inc., would use Intel and Google to help produce televisions and Blu-ray DVD players with Internet access. Intel, whose processors run 80 percent of personal computers, wants to get its chips into new areas, including mobile phones and consumer electronics…

…Intel is contributing a customized version of its Atom chip that will run a new version of Google’s Android operating system called Dragonpoint.”

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Sony not Offering Refunds to those Upset with Other OS Removal

On April 1, Sony made a new firmware update available for the PS3 which removed the Other OS install feature. This was just a removal on the older larger Sony PlayStation 3 console because the new slimmer version doesn’t have the feature anyway.

Shortly after installing the firmware update, one user successfully managed to get a partial refund on the basis of the console not being capable anymore of what it used to do. This case was successful and the user managed to claw back £84 from Amazon.

Sony have now made a statement which says… [Read more…]

Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 Ready for Pre-order on Vodafone

Vodafone [VOD] have uploaded the Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 Android phone and made it available for pre-order on their site.

Vodafone has set a delivery date of April 6 which is next Tuesday. The phone it’s self is an Android 1.6 based mobile phone and it happens to be the first that comes from Sony Ericsson. On the back is an 8 megapixel camera and the phone is packed with all the usual stuff we see on smartphones these days including GPS, WiFi, 3G, Bluetooth etc…

It has a large 4 inch capacitive touchscreen that’s not quite the 4.3 inches of the HTC HD2, although still classed as being a large screen. [Read more…]

Sony Alpha A200 Taken Apart

After receiving a slightly beat up, but unrepairable Sony Alpha A200 digital SLR camera, one guy decided he might as well just take the whole thing apart to see what was inside and how it all worked.

Amongst various circuit boards and small ribbon style cables attaching all the various aspects of the camera together, a few interesting things were found such as a sensor (or card) seems to move around for auto stabilising shots.

To see the full tear down with a number of comments about what is where, check out English Russia who have all the shots captured and detailed somewhat. [Read more…]

Sony PSP 3D Not Currently being Worked On

With the announcement of the Nintendo 3DS device (a 3D handheld gaming device), the question has been asked about a Sony PSP 3D handheld device and if that was a possibility, or being worked on. In short the answer is no, it is not being worked on right now.

‘Our focus on 3D right now is on the console. There’s a tremendous amount of opportunity on PlayStation 3 with 3D. The amount of interest in 3D from the retail side and game publishers is off the charts. We know we have a hit with 3D on PS3 and we’re going to concentrate our efforts there.

The answer is above where Sony have said they are working on the 3D capabilities of the Sony PlayStation 3. The interview was conducted by IGN who interviewed John Koller from SCEA who is the director of hardware and marketing. [Read more…]

Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 also hits O2 in UK

O2 have announced that they are also going to be carrying the Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 Android based mobile phone. This follows on from announcement from Orange and T-Mobile that they will also stock the handset.

Those on the O2 network, or those who want to switch to the O2 network are able to sign a 24 month agreement at £30/month and get the Sony Ericsson X10 handset for free. With that £30/month contract you also get 600 free minutes as well as unlimited text messages.

The Sony X10 is the companies first step in to the Android OS market over here in the UK. The X10 it’s self will run the Android 2.1 operating system and have all the usual Google [GOOG] apps installed such as YouTube, Search, Mail and Talk as well as have Facebook installed. [Read more…]

Tilt FX brings Motion Control to the Sony PSP

Tilt FX is a device that attaches to the bottom of your Sony PSP and adds motion control to games on the device. The small Tilt FX device is programmed to replace the normal direction pad controls essentially taking over the directions when you tilt the device.

The Tilt FX uses 3D movements allowing you to easily play driving games, action games as well as many other games in a similar way you would on an Apple iPhone or other handheld device that uses motion to function. [Read more…]