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by Published on April 26th, 2011 21:49- Categories:
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Sony has decided to enter the tablet market by announcing "Sony Tablet"; codenames S1 and S2. Both will run Android 3.0. S1 (codename) will be optimized for rich media entertainment and S2 (codename) has a dual screen and will be ideal for mobile communication and entertainment. “Sony Tablet” will become available in the global market starting in fall 2011.
Sony Announces Optimally Designed “Sony Tablet” with Android 3.0 that Complements Network Services for an Immersive Entertainment Experience
-Also strengthening VAIO in expanding PC markets-
Sony Corporation (“Sony”), announces “Sony Tablet” that delivers the perfect combination of hardware, content and network with seamless usability for a high-quality, engaging entertainment experience. Based on decades of engineering heritage, Sony is developing two tablets with unprecedented design, including S1 (codename) which is optimized for rich media entertainment and S2 (codename) which is ideal for mobile communication and entertainment. “Sony Tablet” will become available in the global market starting in fall 2011.
“Sony Tablet” is equipped with the latest Android 3.0 which is designed for devices with larger screen sizes, particularly tablets. Both tablets are WiFi and WAN (3G/4G) compatible and users can not only browse the internet or check e-mail but they can also smoothly access digital content including videos, games and books through Sony’s premium network services and more, on-the-go at any time.
S1 has a 9.4-inch display for enjoying the web and rich content on a large screen. Its off-center of gravity design realizes stability and ease of grip as well as a sense of stability and lightness, offering comfortable use for hours.
S2 has two 5.5-inch displays that can be folded for easy portability. In contrast to existing tablets, its unprecedented dual screen presentation and usability allows its displays to be combined and used as a large screen or for different functions such as playing video on one screen while showing control buttons on the other.
“‘Sony Tablet’ delivers an entertainment experience where users can enjoy cloud-based services on-the-go at any time. We’re aiming to create a new lifestyle by integrating consumer hardware, including ‘Sony Tablet’ with content and network,” said Kunimasa Suzuki, Corporate Executive, SVP, and Deputy President of Consumer Products & Services Group.
“Android 3.0 is a new version of the Android platform with a new holographic user interface that is designed from the ground up for devices with larger screen sizes, particularly tablets. I'm excited about “Sony Tablet” as it will further spur the development of applications and network offerings which users are looking for.” said Andy Rubin, Senior Vice President, Mobile, Google Inc.
Also, in the mobile computing category, the market for PCs which realize high productivity is expected to steadily grow, particularly in emerging markets. Therefore, Sony will also remain committed to strengthening its VAIO brand and introduce increasingly compelling products which offer new value propositions to the market.
“Sony Tablet” features.
Designed for portability and intuitive gripping
With its off-center of gravity form factor, the 9.4-inch S1 offers stability and a sense of lightness, offering comfortable use for hours.
The dual screen S2 comes with two 5.5-inch displays which can be used together as one large screen to browse websites and more. They can also be used for different functions as users can watch a video on one screen and input commands on the other, or check email on one screen and use the other as a soft keyboard.
Seamless Usability and Performance
Through Sony’s knowhow for combining hardware and software, “Sony Tablet” realizes optimal usability and performance. Because of Sony’s rapid response technologies, users can perform smooth, quick touch-screen operations and enjoy fast and efficient website loading. The keyboard arrangement is also optimized for the large screen, making email and SNS communication a breeze.
Rich entertainment experiences through various network services
Through Qriocity1 music and video services, users can enjoy rich video and music content. Also, through PlayStation®Suite, users can immerse themselves in high quality first generation PlayStation® titles. Additionally, users can easily download ebook content from Reader™Store2 and use both tablets as digital reading devices. The integration with various services allows users to take their entertainment experiences on-the-go. Furthermore, “Sony Tablet” is equipped with functionality that organizes content for easy access.
Remote access functionality with AV devices
Through “Sony Tablet”, users can control home entertainment devices as well as enjoy content in new ways. S1 uses infrared technology and works as universal remote controls for a variety of AV devices starting with. Users can perform functions like turning on their TVs, changing the channel and adjusting the volume. Also, through DLNA functionality on “Sony Tablet”, users can “throw” personal content to large screen televisions or music to wireless speakers.
In 2010, Sony launched a network platform called “Qriocity” which connects many of Sony’s network-enabled devices, and has been expanding its services into global markets. Also, Sony Computer Entertainment has been providing various contents and services for PlayStation users through PlayStation®Network, which now has over 75 million registered accounts (as of March 20, 2011) worldwide.
Simultaneously, Sony will continue to announce various devices which leverage these services. Starting in early 2011, Sony Computer Entertainment announced the next-generation portable entertainment system (codename: NGP) while Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications brought “Xperia™PLAY” to the market. Sony is introducing “Sony Tablet” to deliver an entertainment experience which integrates hardware with network services that deliver rich content.
With the establishment of Consumer Products and Services Group in April 2011, Sony will focus on accelerating the development of innovative next generation products and aim to deliver a new lifestyle by strengthening the integration of hardware and network services.
Images via commentsby Published on April 26th, 2011 18:04- Categories:
- Xbox 360 News,
- DCEmu Reviews
It seems that a group (KEY team) will be releasing a new device that emulates the DVD-Rom drive through a custom Linux firmware for the Xbox 360. This allows gamers to load games from a USB HD on any 360! No JTAG required! It's even supposed to be completely stealth for playing on LIVE with AP2.5 support. This seems similar to that of the PS3 Jailbreak dongle devices.
Running a custom Linux system, x360key is capable of immaculately emulating the optical disk drive in Xbox 360, allowing you to play all your Xbox 360 (and Xbox 1) games from any USB media. It is compatible with all Xbox 360 models, both Fat and Slim, and offers advanced features such as emulation of the AP25 protection.The video shows the first x360key prototype loading a game with AP25 protection. Running on Xbox 360 Dashboard version 2.0.12625.
After more than a year in development We are proud to announce one of the most sophisticated backup loaders the world has ever seen. Backed by a team of hardware experts and some of the most renowned and respected members of the Xbox hacking community We have no doubt this will be an instant success!
x360key consists of 2 parts, a motherboard and a remote.
The motherboard connects to the SATA bus inside the Xbox 360, and sits between the drive and the Xbox 360 motherboard. x360key is a full-fledged computer system running embedded Linux. It is capable of many things such as:
- Emulating the Xbox 360 DVD drive
- Reading USB hard drives and other USB media with various file systems
- Updating itself and other hardware from USB media
- Communicating with the remote and other external USB devices
- And a lot more! (embedded Web server and Wifi connectivity for exampe)
The remote is a simple yet stylish piece of hardware that features an OLED display and 3 buttons. It connects to the x360key motherboard via a high speed USB2 connection. It also has USB for connecting USB hard drives and other devices. The OLED and buttons are used to control various aspects of x360key. It is also used for browsing attached USB media devices and launching games.
FEATURES:
Right here, right now
- User friendly: intuitive interface, no soldering required
- Compatible with all fat (and soon slim!) Xbox 360 models
- Supports most Xbox 360 and Xbox 1 games
- Supports most file systems, including NTFS, EXT2/3/4, and Mac OS X Extended
- High speed USB2 interface
- Stylish USB control pad for selecting games and controlling your x360key
- Powerful embedded Linux system running from Micro SD card (included)
- Linux firmware fully updatable from USB media
- FPGA fully updatable from USB media via built-in, in-system JTAG programming
- Recovery mode - it is always possible to recover from a bad flash
- No drive flashing or JTAG hack required
- AP25 protection emulation
In A Firmware Coming To You Soon:
- Support for all slim Xbox 360 models
- Web Control Panel *
Work in progress:
- Loading games from NFS and Samba shares*
- Xbox Live support
- Backup original Xbox 360 games to USB hard drive
* Requires WiFi dongle (sold separately)
We do not condone piracy. This is for informational purposes only.
Source: X360Keyby Published on April 23rd, 2011 17:54- Categories:
- PS3 News,
- DCEmu Reviews
Have you ever wanted to watch Blu-Ray movies from a different country but wasn't able to due to region lock? KureKure, from PS3News has found a way to bypass the Blu-Ray movie region restrictions. He has created three different patches for the LV2 Patcher app, which allow you to select either region A, B, or C as well as a helpful tutorial on how-to get pass this last block remaining on your Jailbroken PS3 console:
ever since the first ps3 jb was out i was hoping for a region patcher so i can watch all the blu ray discs i own no matter if region a/b/c and nobody ever knew how...You can download the patches and LV2 Patcher from the link below.
after lotsa research and checking around i present to you 3 patch*.txt files for lv2 patcher!
just copy the files into: /dev_hdd0/game/LV2000000/USRDIR
and the next time you start lv2 patcher you will have 3 new patches to choose from (region a/b/c)
once you patch you don't have to restart your ps3, it works right away! if you restart your ps3 the bd region is set to standard again
tested & working for me on pal cechcxx machine with 3.55cfw (rebug & kmeaw) using kmeaw's lv2 patcher v9!
this only works for blu ray and nothing else, for dvd the old xregistry trick applies...
i didn't code anything, just collected and tested, sources for this can be found here:
http://www.ps3news.com/PS3-Hacks-Jai...-version-data/
http://www.ps3news.com/PS3-Hacks-Jai...n-is-Released/
thanks a million times to everyone involved, this now makes the ps3 the best bd player for that prize range!
Download: blu-ray_region_patches_and_lv2patcher.rar (722.37 KB)
Incase the link goes down or you're unable to download from the link, we've also attached the 3 patches for LV2 and below is the link to the latest v9 LV2 Patcher.
Download: LV2 Patcher v9 (via) Dashhacks (720.36 KB)
Source: PSX-Scene and PSGroove via PS3News ...by Published on April 20th, 2011 16:38- Categories:
- PS3 News,
- DCEmu Reviews
XCM just keeps pumping out new announcements and products. Not only do we have a teaser video, but we also have pictures of their newest product, XCM Cross Battle Adapter 2.2. Just like the XCM Cross Battle Adapter 2.1, this is also for the PlayStation 3. What is the difference and similarities between 2.1 and 2.2? Well CBA2.1 is the same as Cross Battle Adapter 2.0, just that 2.1 now supports wireless Xbox 360 controllers. CBA2.2 is a combination of CBA2.1 and XCM's other new products, XCM Re-Mapper (for Xbox 360) and XCM Swapper (for PlayStation 3), which allows you to swap buttons on the controller. Overwhelmed? Read below for a better understanding...Cross Battle Adapter 2.2 (works with WIRELESS Xbox 360™ controller)
The XCM Cross Battle Adapter 2.2 (works with WIRELESS Xbox 360™ controller) now supports the ability to swap controller triggers and bumpers. You can also remap the functions of A, B, X, Y buttons (Example: Set the function of "A" button to the "X" button or set the function of "B" button to the "Y" button, etc.) and be able to swap the functions of both analog sticks as well! The PS3™ SixAxis tilt function and Rumble are also supported. The best adapter in the industry just got better!
The Cross Battle Adapter 2.2 is an adapter that allows you to connect your WIRELESS Xbox 360™ controller to your PS3™/PS3™ Slim console with the ability to remap buttons to how you like it.
Function and feature:
- Supports WIRELESS Xbox 360™ controller on a PS3™/PS3™ Slim console*
- Supports button remapping (includes triggers and bumpers)
- Supports PS3™ SixAxis tilt function
- Supports Rumble
*NOTE: Xbox 360 PC Wireless Gaming Receiver must be required.
No word on pricing or release date but it won't be cheap. Play-Asia will be carrying it as well as Amazon when released.
Don't already own a Xbox 360 PC Wireless Gaming Receiver? You can purchase either the gaming receiver separately or gaming receiver and controller together:
Xbox 360 Wireless Gaming Receiver ONLY:
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Xbox 360 Wireless Controller and Gaming Receiver:
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Images via comments.by Published on April 19th, 2011 05:12- Categories:
- PS3 News,
- DCEmu Reviews
For those who weren't aware, we posted the firstof XCM's new XCM Cross Battle Adapter 2.1. We now have the first exclusive teaser video. There is not a lot to see but its something. In order to use a wireless Xbox 360 controller, you MUST have a Xbox 360 PC Gaming Receiver.
Cross Battle Adapter 2.1 (now works with WIRELESS Xbox 360 controller)
The Cross Battle Adapter 2.1 is an adapter for you to connect your WIRELESS Xbox 360™controller to your PS3™/PS3™ Slim console.
Function and feature:
- Supports WIRELESS Xbox 360 controller on a PS3™/PS3™ Slim console*
- Built-in Auto fire function
- Supports Rumble
- To use WIRELESS Xbox 360 controller with built-in Auto fire function on Xbox 360™ console, you MUST use a WIRED Xbox 360 controller in order for adapter to be recognized**
*NOTE: Xbox 360™ PC Wireless Gaming Receiver must be required.
**NOTE: WIRED Xbox 360 controller must be required. No Play & Charge Kit
No word on pricing but it will be released soon. You can find this at your usual online retailers such as Play-Asia and Amazon when its available.
Don't already own a Xbox 360 PC Wireless Gaming Receiver? You can purchase either the gaming receiver separately or gaming receiver and controller together:
Xbox 360 Wireless Gaming Receiver ONLY:
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Xbox 360 Wireless Controller and Gaming Receiver:
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Images via commentsby Published on April 16th, 2011 20:40- Categories:
- PS3 News,
- DCEmu Reviews
Having posted images of the XCM Swapper for the PlayStation 3, we now have teaser video for XCM Swapper.
Anyone plan on picking this up or think this is something that they would get and be helpful?
The XCM Swapper will be releasing this month (April 2011) and should retail for around $70.00USD. Play-Asia is taking pre-orders and it will be listed soon on Amazon.by Published on April 15th, 2011 21:58- Categories:
- PS3 News,
- DCEmu Reviews
We first reported about the XCM Swapper for the PS3 a couple of days ago and we now have actual product shots. The XCM Swapper is the PS3 version of the XCM Re-Mapper for the Xbox 360.
Many PS3™ shooting games do not give you the option to use L2 and R2 to aim and fire. But why be forced to use L1 and R1 to aim and fire if you're not comfortable with that controller setup? XCM Swapper gives you an option to swap those keys to suit your personal gaming preference. Not only can the triggers be swapped to however you want, but you can also swap any button (except PS Home button) to any position that you like. The XCM Swapper lets you do swap buttons that games won't allow you to do. Re-enjoy your games.The XCM Swapper will be releasing this month (April 2011) and should retail for around $70.00USD. Play-Asia is taking pre-orders and it will be listed soon on Amazon.
Images via comments. ...by Published on April 14th, 2011 22:36- Categories:
- Xbox 360 News,
- DCEmu Reviews
Xbox 360 Kinect Sensor TV Mounting Clip
Manufacturer: N/A
Site: Buy from LighTake
Price: $8.72
Overview : The Kinect TV Mount Kit allows users to mount the Kinect camera above flat panel TVs.
Features :
- Brand New Kinect Eye Camera TV Mounting Clip For X-360 Video Games
- Made of premium PVC material
- Completely compatible with your X-360 video games
- Adjustable to fit variance among monitor profiles
- Easy to install and remove with attached use instructions
Quality/Usability : Not everyone has the space to place their Kinect sensor in front of their TV or on their entertainment center. So where is the next best place? On top of their TV of course. Having the Kinect Sensor on top of their TV is the next ideal place since that is where you will be staring at when you're playing.
The Kinect TV Mounting Clip sits on top of your TV. Before doing so, you'll need to assemble three plastic pieces. Installation is very simple without even looking at the instructions on the back of the box. It takes no more than 5 mins. All you have to do is take the middle plastic piece that sits on the TV and place the bottom plastic piece, which rests on the back of the TV, underneath the middle piece. You will than insert a screw and washer from the bottom and use the nut from the top to secure both pieces. If you loosen this nut, it allows you to slide the bottom piece close or further away which allows you to adjust how room is needed based on the thickness of your TV.
Once both pieces are attached, simply place the top base plastic piece onto the middle plastic piece. This top base is where the Kinect sensor will go into and sit on. On the bottom and middle piece, there is some foam to prevent any damage to your TV and adds friction so that the TV mount does not move.
Conclusion : Overall, the Xbox 360 Kinect Sensor TV Mounting Clip does its job of holding your Kinect sensor on top of your TV but there is nothing more it does. There is no need to screw the TV Mounting Clip to the back of the TV and you definitely don't need to move it either. Just simply place it on top of your TV and that's it. This will not fit old-school tube TVs. The price is definitely affordable as its under $9. Installation takes less than 5 mins.
Its also perfect if you also own a PlayStation 3 Eye Camera and Mounting Clip since you can have the Kinect Sensor on one side and the PS3 Eye Camera on the other.
Don't have room on top of your TV, do you think a Kinect Sensor Floor Stand would benefit you?
Images via comments ...by Published on April 14th, 2011 22:36- Categories:
- Xbox 360 News,
- DCEmu Reviews
Xbox 360 Kinect Sensor Floor Stand
Manufacturer: N/A
Site: Buy from LighTake
Price: $19.99
Xbox 360 Kinect Sensor Extension Cable
Manufacturer: N/A
Site: Buy from LighTake
Price: $8.79
Overview : The Kinect Floor Stand is the ideal solution for users without their own tripods. This sturdy, weighted stand supports the Kinect camera on hard or carpeted floors. The camera mounts on at the ideal height for play. The Kinect Floor Stand is perfect for users with large living rooms or those just seeking an easily stored solution.
Features :
- Optimized solution for Xbox 360
- Sensor placement in larger rooms
- Keeps your XB360 Sensor safe from floor traffic.
- Secure locking mechanism to keep XB360 Sensor attached.
- Wide and sturdy base with a sleek piano finish.
Quality/Usability : Sometimes, trying to find room on your TV stand, entertainment center or just empty space can be hard to find. With the Xbox 360 Kinect Sensor Floor Stand, there is no need to try and find room since the Kinect sits on the floor stand.
The Xbox 360 Kinect Sensor Floor Stand consists of 4 pieces: base, (2) poles and mount plate. For a floor stand, you would think it would be made out of aluminum or metal. Something to give it some weight and balance. Instead, it is all made out of plastic. You can simply put this all together in less than 5 mins without the need to follow the instructions.
On the bottom of the triangle base are three rubber pads. These rubber pads are suppose to keep the stand from moving but don't feel like rubber pads. It has a bit of rubber texture but is smooth and hard...kind of like hard rubber. The poles and base connect to one another and lock into place by twisting (kind of like the caps on medicine bottles or CD spindle cases). Unfortunately, you can not adjust the height of the stand. It stands approximately a little over 2' feet (25" inches). The mounting plates screws onto the top of the pole and the Xbox 360 Kinect goes on top. There are two buttons on the side of the mounting plate that acts as a clamp. This is what holds the Kinect. Although it looks a bit cheap, it does the job of securing the Kinect sensor.
On hardwood floor, the stand is steady. Surprisingly, its sturdy on carpet as well. I thought due to the weight of the Kinect sensor and the very light weight of the floor stand on carpet, that it would wobble. But it didn't.
Conclusion : Overall, the Xbox 360 Kinect Sensor Floor Stand worked well. It's very cheap in quality since all the parts were made of plastic. Twisting the poles to lock together didn't feel like it did but still held together. The floor stand worked well on hardwood floor and on carpet. It would have been better if there was some weight to the bottom base itself to give it an anchor. However, the height of the stand is not adjustable. This would of been a nice feature to have rather than a fixed height.
If you do not have the floor space or space in front of your TV, you may also want to consider looking into a Kinect Sensor TV Mounting Clip.
Images via comments ...by Published on April 13th, 2011 17:09- Categories:
- PS3 News,
- Xbox 360 News,
- DCEmu Reviews
XCM updates one of their most popular products, Cross Battle Adapter 2.0. Many have asked for Xbox 360 wireless controller support and well...XCM has now incorporated it! For those who don't know what the Cross Battle Adapter is, it allows you to use your Xbox 360 controller on your PS3 console.Cross Battle Adapter 2.1 (now works with WIRELESS Xbox 360 controller)No word on pricing but it will be released soon. You can find this at your usual online retailers such as Play-Asia and Amazon when its available.
The Cross Battle Adapter 2.1 is an adapter for you to connect your WIRELESS Xbox 360 controller to your PS3™/PS3™ Slim console.
Function and feature:
- Supports WIRELESS Xbox 360 controller on a PS3™/PS3™ Slim console*
- Built-in Auto fire function
- Supports Rumble
- To use WIRELESS Xbox 360 controller with built-in Auto fire function on Xbox 360™ console, you MUST use a WIRED Xbox 360 controller in order for adapter to be recognized**
*NOTE: Xbox 360 PC Wireless Gaming Receiver must be required.
**NOTE: WIRED Xbox 360 controller must be required. No Play & Charge Kit.
Don't already own a Xbox 360 PC Wireless Gaming Receiver? You can purchase either the gaming receiver separately or gaming receiver and controller together:
Xbox 360 Wireless Gaming Receiver ONLY:
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