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2021
Sony acquires Nixxes Software
Sony announced that it had formally acquired Dutch game studio Nixxes Software, which will join Sony's technology, innovation and services team and provide technical and game-development support.
2021
Sony apologizes and cancels a scheduled product event after backlash
After Chinese internet users criticized Sony's planned July 7 product announcement as insulting China and provocative, Sony's official Weibo account apologized for the misunderstanding and inconvenience caused by the date choice and said it had canceled the event.
2021
Sony announces acquisition of Nixxes Software
Sony announced that Nixxes Software, a team known for PC game ports, would join PlayStation Studios. The acquisition price was not disclosed.
2021
Sony announces XAV-9500ES head unit
Sony announced the XAV-9500ES, a 10.1-inch head unit with wireless Android Auto and CarPlay, and said it was projected to reach stores in November 2021.
2021
Sony acquires Housemarque
Sony acquired Housemarque, which joined Sony Worldwide Studios and became the 13th studio in the organization. The acquisition price was not disclosed.
2021
Sony announces Housemarque will join PlayStation Studios
Sony announced that Housemarque, the Finnish game studio behind Returnal, would join PlayStation Studios.
2021
Sony launches SRS-XB13 portable Bluetooth speaker
Sony launched the SRS-XB13 portable Bluetooth speaker, priced at Rs 3,990 and available in six colour options.
2021
Sony India announces four-day audio-product offers
Sony India announced a four-day sale with special prices and discounts on selected audio products, scheduled to run from June 18 through June 21, 2021.
2021
Sony opens sign-ups for the PlayStation 5 system software beta program
Sony opened sign-ups for a PlayStation 5 system software beta program. Eligible players in the United States, Canada, Japan, the United Kingdom, Germany, and France can apply to test the console’s next major system update, which was planned for later that year.
2021
Sony and Deviation Games announce a new-IP development partnership
Sony announced a partnership with Deviation Games to develop a new original IP for PlayStation consoles; the article says development was already underway.
2021
Deviation Games partners with Sony on original game
Deviation Games partnered with Sony to create a new original game IP for PlayStation.
2021
Soracom announces partnership with six technology ecosystem participants
Soracom announced a new partnership involving six participants, including investors and customers. The announcement said the partnership includes new capital investment to support Soracom's global IoT expansion and enhance existing IoT solutions.
2021
Sony launches WF-1000XM4 earbuds
Sony launched its WF-1000XM4 in-ear headphones, featuring IPX4 water and dust resistance, redesigned earbuds and Qi wireless charging. The article states that the headphones were priced at $279.99 and available from Amazon or Best Buy.
2021
Decatur Licensing sues Sony over 5G-related patents
Decatur Licensing sued Sony in the Southern District of New York, alleging that Sony’s Xperia smartphone and other products infringe patents related to use of the 5G standard. The allegations are reported as claims in the lawsuit, not as a court determination.
2021
Sony announces two new DualSense controller colors
Sony announced two new DualSense controller colors, Midnight Black and Cosmic Red. The controllers were expected to become available sometime the following month, with timing depending on individual retailers.
2021
PlayStation user files antitrust suit against Sony
A PlayStation user filed a proposed class-action lawsuit against Sony in California, alleging that Sony's restriction on third-party download codes violated antitrust and unfair-competition laws and enabled it to charge supracompetitive prices for digital PlayStation games. The allegations are claims in the lawsuit, not a court determination.
2021
Sony announces new PS5 VR controllers
Sony announced new controllers for PS5 VR on the PlayStation Blog. The article describes their tracking design and features, including adaptive triggers and haptic feedback.
2021
Sony sued over PlayStation Store pricing
A proposed class-action antitrust lawsuit was filed against Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC and its parent, Sony Group Corporation. The complaint alleges that Sony restricted competition in digital PlayStation game sales and that consumers were overcharged; these are allegations, not a court determination.
2021
Gome Fun App Announces May Day Promotion
Gome Fun App announced that the first phase of its “True Low Prices, Long-Lasting Campaign” is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. on April 30, with participating brands’ products promoted at what it calls the lowest prices nationwide across the entire internet.
2021
Sony launches PlayStation 5 in China
Sony officially launched the PlayStation 5 console in China on Thursday, April 29, 2021. The console was scheduled to go on sale on May 15, with pre-orders beginning April 29.