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2020
MUSIC.COM and Sony collaborate on the 500 Artists Wanted program
MUSIC.COM announced the 500 Artists Wanted program in association with Sony's 360 Reality Audio. The program offers payments to 500 US-based artists and bands for sharing stories about their songs; Sony's 360 Reality Audio team and MUSIC.COM will select 25 submissions for conversion into the audio format.
2020
Sony products win Red Dot Product Design Awards
Sony announced that its Bravia 8K LED TV and Bluetooth noise-cancelling headphones had received the Red Dot Award: Product Design 2020; the Bravia Z8H 8K LED Series received the Red Dot: Best of the Best.
2020
Sony announces a $400 million strategic investment in Bilibili
Bilibili announced that it had received a $400 million strategic investment from Sony. Sony China said the investment was driven by Bilibili’s young core user group.
2020
Sony unveils DualSense controller for PlayStation 5
Sony unveiled the DualSense wireless controller, which is set to come with PlayStation 5 when the console launches later in 2020.
2020
Sony debuts PlayStation 5 DualSense controller
Sony debuted the DualSense, a new gamepad for the next-generation PlayStation 5 console.
2020
Sony launched the WF-XB700 true wireless earbuds
Sony launched the WF-XB700 true wireless in-ear headphones designed for bass enthusiasts.
2020
Sony launches WF-XB700 and WH-CH710N audio products
Sony launched the WF-XB700 truly wireless earphones and WH-CH710N noise-canceling headphones in the US.
2020
Sony unveils $100 million coronavirus relief fund
Sony unveiled a $100 million fund intended to support people around the world affected by the coronavirus, including frontline medical workers, children and educators working remotely, and creatives.
2020
Tilt Brush debuts on PlayStation VR
Google's Tilt Brush virtual painting app made its debut on Sony's PlayStation VR.
2020
Sony announces spin-off of three business units
Sony announced that it would spin off its Imaging Products & Solutions, Home Entertainment & Sound, and Mobile Communications business units into a separate entity called Sony Electronics Corporation. The change was set to take place on April 1.
2020
Sony launches Flow Machines AI music-production service
Sony Computer Science Laboratories launched Flow Machines, an AI-based music-production service whose core offering, Flow Machines Professional, provides creators with AI-generated musical suggestions they can customize.
2020
Sony announces PlayStation 5 hardware specifications
Sony announced the final hardware details for PlayStation 5, including its CPU, GPU, memory, and SSD specifications.
2020
Sony introduces Tempest 3D AudioTech for PlayStation 5
During the Road to PS5 presentation on March 18, 2020, Sony introduced the Tempest 3D AudioTech engine as a redesigned sound system for the PlayStation 5.
2020
USITC to investigate Neodron patent allegations against technology companies
The US International Trade Commission said it would investigate whether touchscreen devices made by Apple, Amazon and other companies involved alleged patent infringement. Neodron had alleged that the companies infringed four patents it owned; the source reports the investigation was to follow Neodron's February lawsuit.
2020
GiveVision partners with Sony to develop and manufacture next-generation wearables
GiveVision is partnering with Sony, via the Sony UK Technology Centre, to develop and manufacture its next-generation device. The work includes bringing a lighter version of SightPlus to market and relocating GiveVision's design office to the Sony UK Technology Centre in Wales.
2020
Sony announces Ghost of Tsushima release date
Sony announced that Ghost of Tsushima would release on June 26, 2020; the article also says Sucker Punch revealed the June 2020 release date and a trailer.
2020
Sony announces Final Fantasy VII Remake-themed accessories for Japan
Sony announced two Final Fantasy VII Remake-themed accessories: a PS4 top cover scheduled for release on April 10 and a wearable neck speaker scheduled for release on March 20. Both were available for pre-order on the Sony Japan Store, and the article reported no international release announcement.
2020
Sony releases Demon Slayer-themed headphones
Sony released headphones featuring characters from Demon Slayer; the article says they were available for purchase until April 20, 2020, at prices from about $190 to $350.
2020
Sony unveils Xperia 1 II and Xperia 10 II
Sony held an online-only launch event and unveiled the Xperia 1 II, its first 5G smartphone, and the Xperia 10 II, a new mid-range smartphone. The article says both phones were expected to ship in Spring 2020.
2020
Sony and Zeiss expand collaboration to Xperia smartphones
Sony and Zeiss expanded their strategic collaboration from digital imaging to Xperia smartphones. The Xperia 1 II was to feature Zeiss optics with T-Star anti-reflective coating.